NEWSLETTER
December 8, 2024
CHMS Mission
Calavera Hills Middle School is a community of students, families, teachers and staff who are dedicated to providing a caring and safe environment in which students can pursue opportunities for greatness and growth.
Important Dates
Regular Bell Schedule
12/9- Periods 1-6
12/10- Periods 1,3,5
Winter Choir Concert, Carlsbad High School- 7 pm
12/11- Periods 2,4,6
Winter Choir Concert, Carlsbad High School- 5 pm
12/12- Periods 1-6
Early Release at 1:36 pm
ELAC Meeting, CHM Library- 5pm
Winter Concert, CHM Gym- 6 pm
12/13- Periods 1-6
12/23-1/03- Winter Break, NO SCHOOL
Quote of the Week
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” -Dr Seuss
Reading inspires curiosity and lifelong learning. We should remind our students of the limitless potential that comes from expanding your mind!
Honor Roll Information
As we enter the final grading period of the first semester, we want to remind you of the criteria for students to earn a spot on the Honor Roll at the end of the semester. It is important that both you and your child are aware of these requirements, as there is still time to work toward this achievement:
1. **A GPA of 3.5 or higher**: Students must maintain an average of A's and B's across all of their classes. This GPA is based on their performance throughout the semester, so it’s crucial that students stay focused and continue to put in their best effort.
2. **No "N" (Needs Improvement) in Citizenship**: Citizenship grades reflect how well students demonstrate responsibility, respect, and positive behavior in the classroom. To make the Honor Roll, students must have no "N" in this area. Positive engagement and a good attitude are key to meeting this criterion.
With the semester coming to a close, we encourage students to stay on top of their assignments, seek help when needed, and maintain a strong commitment to their behavior and participation in class. Remember, students can attend Learning Lab from 7:45-8:15 Mondays-Thursdays. It’s never too late to make a positive change! Thank you for supporting your child’s academic journey.
EBike Permits and Renewals
Proof of the safety course completion certificate needs to be turned into the front office. Students who do not complete the approved course will not be permitted to ride their bike to school until the safety course is completed.
CUSD requires all students who ride to and from school to obtain a permit for their bike, and to renew their permit annually. This includes permits for both acoustic and electric bikes. Students can attend the CUSD approved online course in lieu of an in-person course due to capacity. Please follow the CHP Approved Course Link for the online safety course.
Please note permit renewals do not receive new stickers. The completion date of the renewal course is recorded for CHM records once the completion certificate is turned into the office.
Coyote Parent Crew
We are looking for Parent Volunteers at lunchtime each day. Our hope is to offer students a variety of activities to participate in each day during their lunchtime. If you have some flexibility in your day and are interested in coming on campus to work with our students, please fill out this form. If you are unavailable during the school day to come to campus, but still want to support students, we are also in need of donations/prizes for students. Sign up Here
UPDATE ON SCHS CAMPUS TOURS!! 8th Grade Families: High School Selection is Almost Here!
PLEASE NOTE- SCHS updated a campus tour date. 1/21 has been rescheduled for 1/14. It's November and high school selection is just around the corner (in January). To help you and
your student prepare for the high school selection, Carlsbad High School and Sage Creek High School will be offering tours for incoming students and families beginning later this month. Please click on the links above to access each school's tour information and see the tour dates below.
Shadowcats
Don't forget to sign up for the Sage Creek High School Shadowcats. Shadowcats is a student-led program where eighth-grade students are given the opportunity to experience Sage Creek High School firsthand. They will spend part of the day on campus “shadowing” our current students. Eighth-grade students will shadow Bobcats throughout their 2nd and 3rd-period classes as well as lunch. Drop off is 9:30 am and pick up is 1:00 pm. Sign-up here. The forms will be open until December 22, 2024. The dates are students from CHMS will attend on Thursday, January 9th. Calavera Hills
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