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School Links for Parents | Parent Compact (Pledge) | What is iSPIN? | Events | Other Things
UPCOMING EVENT! HS Orientation and Open House
To start the school year off, CMHS will have it´s annual 9th Grade / New Student Orientation and Open House. It will be on Monday, August 16th at the HS. Here is all the information about the evening.
HS ORIENTATION
Monday, Aug. 16 -- 5:30-7:00 PM
9TH/NEW STUDENTS AND PARENTS
HS ORIENTATION (5:30-7:00 PM -- FOR 9th GRADERS, NEW STUDENTS, AND THEIR PARENTS): This event will begin in the Commons (lunchroom). The iSPIN team will introduce the High School Compact, which is a pledge for students, parents, teachers and administrators. After everyone reads and signs the compact, a general meeting will follow to welcome new students to the high school, then all the teachers will be introduced. Afterwards, the entire class will do a practice run-thru of their schedule so they can find rooms and meet their specific teachers as well. It will also be a great time to ask those last minute questions before school begins.
HS OPEN HOUSE
Monday, Aug. 16 -- 7:15-8:00 PM
RETURNING STUDENTS AND PARENTS
HS OPEN HOUSE (7:15-8:00 PM -- FOR 10th/11th/12th STUDENTS, AND THEIR PARENTS): This Open House will begin with signing the Compact (pledge), followed by a short general meeting for students and parents to welcome returning students. Then, each class will have grade-level meetings to go over specific things concerning their academic year. Students and parents will receive much information about the things coming up this school year.
This event is to welcome ALL students and parents to the new school year! Everyone will receive a welcoming packet and all will find out what things have changed and what has stayed the same. Remember, the evening is structured with HS Orientation beginning at 5:30 PM for all 9th graders, new students, and their parents, then the Open House begins at 7:15 PM for all 10-12th graders (returning students), and their parents. See you on the 16th!
School Links for Parents
HS Parent Online -- check out the progress your child is making
Daily HS announcements -- check for any college/university reps that will be at the high school this week to visit with interested juniors or seniors.
School Board Minutes -- (from District Page) for current information.
Dollars for Scholars Page -- for local scholarship information for seniors.
Curriculum Information -- testing information, comprehensive school improvement plan, etc.
CMHS Student Handbook -- (from the HS Page) for policies and procedures.
Athletic Events -- for current games.
Lunch Menu -- What´s for lunch?
Class Ring/Cap & Gown Info. -- Senior Ring/Cap & Gown, and Sophomore Ring information.
PARENT ORGANIZATIONS:
Athletic Boosters | Music Boosters
Parent Compact (Pledge)
As a PARENT/GUARDIAN I will...
... keep school informed of student/family information,
keep school abreast of changes in information.
... make every effort to ensure that my child attends school
every day, on time, with their homework completed.
... support and encourage my child to participate
and become involved in extra-curricular activities.
... make every effort to attend school events,
such as Parent/Teacher Conferences,
Open Houses and Back-to-School Nights.
... encourage my child to take RESPONSIBILITY for their actions
discussing consequences and the importance of making SAFE choices
at home, school and in the community.
... monitor my child´s academic progress
making contact with teachers if necessary.
... ensure that my child spends time each day free from distractions,
completing his/her homework, studying or reading.
Click here to view the entire CMHS Compact
What is iSPIN?
iSPIN stands for "Iowa Sustaining Parental Involvement Network". The CMCSD was awarded a grant for each building during the 2008-09 school year to implement this program which helps better link students, parents, teachers and administrators.
Some of the research findings indicate:
√ Programs and interventions that engage families in supporting
their children´s learning at home are linked to higher achievement.
√ Families of all cultural backgrounds, education, and income levels
can and often do, have a positive influence on their children´s learning.
√ Family and community involvement that is linked to student learning
has a greater effect on achievement than more general forms of involvement.
√ The More families that support their children´s learning and
educational progress, both in quantity and over time, the more their children
tend to do well in school and continue their education.
√ Programs that successfully connect with families and communities
invite involvement, are welcoming and address specific parental and community
needs.
√ The evidence is consistent, positive and convincing: Many forms
of family and community involvement influence student achievement.
CMHS iSPIN School Community Council:
Chuck Cisler, teacher; Bill Colville, parent; Marge Gilihan, parent; Susan Hagarty, parent;
Todd Jones, principal; Murray Moening, teacher (facilitator); Teresa Sink, parent; Jeff Sontag, teacher.
Check out the State iSPIN website -- Click Here!
Events
Freshman Orientation (August 16, 2010)
See the information at the top of the page.
Open House (August 16, 2010)
See the information at the top of this page.
Other Events...
We are continually working on items to help increase student/parent/teacher/administrator communication. More information will be posted on this site and we will also publicize these events in the local newspapers and the Tigerhawk Talk as well.
PAST EVENTS...
Cell Phone Safety Parent Presentation (Spring 2010): State Trooper Cutts from the Iowa State Patrol came and talked to parents about some of the dangers cell phone use. He also covered some facts about cyber-bullying on the computer. Some great information was presented.
Other Things
Calendar Links (above)
These are the calendars that will be given out this year in August at Open House/Orientation. The ACT Test Dates and deadlines are also on these calendars too. They will become active after August 16, 2010.
Homework Guidelines
To better explain the role of homework at CMHS, iSPIN has been working on creating homework guidelines. These guidelines will give parents a basic idea of the expectations for homework at CMHS. If you would like to see the document, click here.
Classroom Visit Policy
Did you know that as a parent, you can visit the school or volunteer during the school day? iSPIN has been working on developing a specific classroom visit policy that will welcome all visitors to the HS and give them specific information about their visit. These will be in place this year. More information will be presented at Orientation/Open House.
Parent Center
This is a new thing iSPIN has been working to create. It will be a place where parents can go to get resources about specific things concerning parenting (books, magazines, DVD's, etc.), plus will have computer access so parents can check Parent Online and internet sites related to student achievement. We are still working on location, items to include, etc., so if you have any ideas, just let a committee member know! We want to give parents access to information concerning student achievement.
Website and More!
We'll try to keep you updated through this website. Also, anyone can attend our meetings. The SCC is still attending training meetings this year, so more information is coming!