Request for Pictures/Photos

If you have walked the halls of the new middle school, you have probably noticed that we are in need of some decoration in our hallways.  With the old middle school now torn down, we would like to create a tribute to the old building while solving our decoration problem.  We are planning to create some photo collages to mount above the lockers in both hallways, and we need your help.  If you or somebody you know have pictures taken in the old middle school from any time between 1929 and 2011, we would like to have a copy to consider for use on this project.  You can send scanned photographs to my email address at csantini@cencam.org or drop a hard copy off at the middle school.  If you want the hard copy back after we scan it, just include a note to that effect.  Thank you for considering a contribution to this project!

Breakfast Club

Through the Ready To Learn Block Grant, the Central Cambria Middle School has begun a Literacy Breakfast Club.  The purpose of the club is to provide students in grades 6 through 8 with extra practice in reading and writing in a fun environment.  Activities are designed and taught by Mrs. Lashinsky, 6th grade language arts teacher.  As our numbers increase we will add additional teachers.  

When is Literacy Breakfast Club held?

6:55 - 7:25 a.m. every Wednesday.  Students will need transportation to school at that time on designated LBC days.

What will students do during LBC?

Students will participate in activities that will build their reading and writing skills, regardless of the level they are starting from.

Who is invited?

Any student in 6th through 8th grade with an interest in or need for extra reading and writing practice is invited.

Where is LBC held?

Room H107

Who do I contact for more information?

Mrs. Lashinsky - klashinsky@cencam.org   

Fall Fundraiser

Our CCMS Fall Fundraiser has begun!  Students participated in a kickoff assembly this past Thursday, and received their order forms for the sale on Friday.  

What are students selling?  

Our Student Council advisors decided to change our fundraiser this year due to a need for something new and different.  Students will be selling Yankee Candles and Little Caesar's pizza kits.  We tried to find products that are different than other fundraisers being run within the school district during the year, and products that we thought would sell, and scented candles and pizza kits fit that description.

Where does the money go?

Money raised by our fall fundraiser is used to fund student field trips, dances, mini-thon, fit and fun day, student rewards and incentives, and other student activities throughout the school year.  All of the money raised is spent on activities that benefit the students and our school.  

Are there prizes for selling items?

Yes!  The more items a student sells, the more prizes they are eligible for in our prize drawings and awards later in the school year.  

Is there a consequence if a student does not sell anything?

No.  Participation is strictly voluntary.  We realize that selling fundraiser items is not possible for every student's family situation.  We do not penalize kids if they do not participate.  We do encourage students to participate by offering incentives and prizes for sales.  If every student in the building sells one item, we would have tremendous results.

How can I order if I do not have a student at CCMS?

For more information, please contact Ms. Asashon at lasashon@cencam.org. 

Mid-Term Progress Reports

Mid-term progress reports will be sent home with all students Friday, September 26th.  These reports will list grades from each class your child is currently enrolled in as of the end of school on Wednesday, 9/24.  Please ask to see the report when your child arrives home from school on Friday, and contact teachers next week with any questions or concerns you might have.

Picture Days at CCMS

All 8th grade students will have pictures taken on Wednesday, September 10th in the afternoon.  6th and 7th grade students will have pictures taken on Thursday, September 11th.  Please plan accordingly on these dates!

Employee of the Month for September - Ms. Ribarich

Ms. Robin Ribarich, guidance counselor at CCMS, is our Employee of the Month for September.  Ms. Ribarich excels at all aspects in her role as guidance counselor.  This past month she devoted significant time to entering students into our master schedule and making sure we were ready to start the 2014-15 school year.  Ms. Ribarich consistently goes above and beyond to serve our students at CCMS, and we are recognizing her work by naming her our September Employee of the Month!

Meet the Teacher Night

Our annual Meet the Teacher Night will be held this Wednesday, August 27th at the middle school.  There will be a meeting for parents in the auditorium beginning around 6:30 where Mr. Santini, the school principal, will talk about some of the initiatives taking place this school year.  We will have copies of your child's schedule available for you to pick up when you arrive.  You will follow their day 1 schedule.  At 7:00 p.m. parents will be released from the auditorium to go through their child's schedule and meet each of their teachers.  Each class period will run for about 8 minutes, with 3 minutes in between for travel time to the next class.  The event will end around 8:30 p.m.  We highly encourage you to attend, and hope to see you here tomorrow night!  

First Day of School - Monday, August 25th

This is a reminder to students and parents that the 2014-15 school year will kick off on Monday, August 25, 2014.  We are excited to see you back at school and hope you have had a great summer!

CPR & First Aid Course - Monday, May 12

There will be a CPR & First Aid Certification course for students in grade 7 and 8 held on Monday, May 12, 2014.  The cost is $10 and it will take place in the middle school gym from 3 - 7 p.m.  Students must sign up in the middle school office on Monday if they want to participate.  The first 30 students will be accepted.  Checks may be made payable to the Ebensburg Area Ambulance Association, who will be providing the training.  If you are interested in having your child take this training, please encourage them to sign up and attend on Monday. 

Teacher Appreciation Week

Tuesday, May 6th is Teacher Appreciation Day, part of a week of appreciation for America's teachers.  If you like the job that one or more of your child's teachers has done in the classroom this year, take a few minutes to write them an email, send or note, or give them a positive word of encouragement.  It means a lot to a good teacher to hear feedback from a satisfied customer.  Thank you!