Greetings CAMS Families:

Black History Month Quote: “Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.” – Dr. Mae Jemison

We need your help!

Our attendance rate is down and our chronic absenteeism is up. Research shows that student attendance is an important factor of student achievement.

To that end, help us help students achieve by sending them to school each day!

Our goal is to keep you informed and partner with you to raise student achievement.

Thank you, parents and guardians for all you do!

Remember how significant you are to your child’s success.

Upcoming Events and Happenings:

• Board of Education meeting Tuesday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m.

• Grade 7 & 8 Honor Roll/Moving Up Assembly Thursday, February 13

o Grade 8: 9:15a.m.-9:45a.m.

o Grade 7: 1:45p.m.-2:15p.m.

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Please continue to reinforce the below-referenced items at home:

1. Check PowerSchool on a weekly basis to remain informed of student academic performance. If you require assistance with gaining access to PowerSchool, please contact school counselors - Karen Goldman and Allison Glenney at (860) 286-2622.

2. Adhere to all academic and behavioral expectations including daily class schedules and school procedures/policies.

3. Come to school, daily, on time, in uniform, and focused on being successful!

4. Monitor your student’s peer groups and social activity outside of school. We must eliminate all distractions to teaching and learning!

5. Be prepared each day with:

• Large 3-ring binder (that zips closed, if possible)

• School agenda

• Notebook paper

• Lock for the locker (purses, bags, cell phones, and personal items are to be placed in student lockers)

• Two pocket folders for each subject (i.e., math, science, language arts, and social studies)

• Pencils and pens

6. Be present and on time for each class. Violation of this policy will result in detention and possibly suspension, if chronic.

7. Ensure cell phones, ear pods, and Apple watches are not heard or seen by anyone at any time while in school. All will be confiscated should there be a violation of this expectation.

8. Follow the dress code guidelines:

• Collard Tops and Sweaters: White, Yellow, Black

• Bottoms: Khaki, Navy, and Black

• No hoodies

• No open toe shoes

• No leggings, no sweats, no jeans

If a student is not in compliance with this policy, a parent/guardian will be asked to bring in appropriate clothing to school.

9. Outside food deliveries are not allowed.

10. Stay current and read our monthly newsletter.

Best,

Dr. Trevor L. Ellis, Principal