FCPS Budget Information: Yesterday, Dr. Alban discussed the Superintendent’s Recommended Budget with the public. If you were unable to attend here are some additional opportunities for you to hear from our Superintendent.
Join us for upcoming budget events:
· Wednesday, January 10 – Budget Discussion at the BOE Meeting · Wednesday, January 17 – BOE Budget Work Session from 9:30AM – 3:30PM · Wednesday, January 24 – Budget Discussion at the BOE Meeting · Wednesday, February 7 – BOE Budget Public Hearing – 7PM at Frederick High
Visit www.fcps.org/about/our-budget for the latest budget details.
Mobil Dentist: Smile!! Maryland Mobile Dentist is coming to Crestwood Middle School on February 2, 2018. The dental team can provide a thorough dental examination, cleaning, fluoride treatment, x-rays, and sealants. Other minimally invasive procedures can be provided if needed. Referrals will be provided if additional work may be necessary. Medicaid and most private insurances are accepted and grants can be requested for preventive services to children in need. Please contact the school for additional information or forms.
Math Department News: Students in all math classes are preparing for and/or completing the first benchmark test of the year. This tests helps students and teachers determine the skills that have been retained and those that still need some practice. The work students do in class and at home influences what they retain over time. Please encourage your children to review notes form class, complete TenMarks and other homework assignments, ask questions in class, and ask for tutoring during ELT if they need more help. We want to celebrate their success as they complete these benchmark tests!!
Some 6th grade students have recently taken the IOWA Algebra Aptitude test. This test is given to help measure readiness for algebraic thinking. This test along with many other data points help us to begin thinking about the most appropriate 7th grade math class for next year. It is not a test to prepare or study for and students did a great job with it!!
• Science Department: Parents, as you monitor HAC weekly, please initiate contact with us immediately if you have questions about grades or missing assignments. We update HAC regularly so that you can be well-informed with how your children are doing in our classes and want you to contact us ASAP if you have concerns with what you view in HAC. We will get back to you in a timely fashion. If you have not signed up for our Remind.com messages, please check the school website for that information. Reminders about quizzes, classwork, and homework are logged regularly and go straight to your phone. All Remind.com messages are also logged on the school website on the Homework Page by individual teacher. Finally, we want to wish all of you and your families a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Best wishes for the New Year!
Sixth grade scientists are finishing the levels of organization of the human body, writing a claim-evidence-reasoning essay, and starting the digestive system.
Seventh grade scientists have finished their Chemistry & Matter Module and have moved on to the next module, The Flow of Energy. We are currently defining energy and discussing the differences between potential and kinetic energy. Special note from Mr. Abrecht: Students finished the Chemistry module by talking about the Law of Conservation of Mass and used balancing chemical equations as the "venue" for that concept. I was extremely impressed with how the vast majority of students tackled the challenge of balancing equations. If you are familiar with that, you know that it is not easy to do. I was so pleased to see them not give up and that they kept plugging away at it. Kudos to them!
Eighth grade scientists are studying space and the relationships between Earth, Moon, Sun. Mrs. Makusky is collecting empty 2 liter soda bottles (rinsed and dried, lids not necessary) and empty shoe boxes. Please send them this way if you have them. Many thanks!
Crestwood Middle staff expects every student to attend school every day. Absences mean that a student misses skills and concepts essential to academic success. Excellent attendance cannot be achieved without cooperation between home and school. Our daily attendance goal is 95%. Students arriving after school starts at 8 AM will need a note and will be required to serve a 10 minute lunch detention that day.
o Fast Food Isn’t Better Food: Many students end up relying on fast food as their primary diet. This isn’t a sustainable way of living. While it may more convenient, ultimately it will impact your health. A little bit here and there is fine, but try not to rely on it for regular meals.
o Avoid Vending Machines: Similar to fast food, vending machines offer the same convenience. However, they rarely contain anything worth consuming. It’s better to stick with your own snacks from home.
o Don’t eat after 8:00 PM: By finishing dinner before 8:00 p.m., you’re giving your body enough time to digest before it hits sleep mode. Making late night eating a regular habit is a sure way to put on the pounds.
o To learn more visit: https://healthservices.camden.rutgers.edu/topics_wellness