Hello CSPES Family!
A couple of things.
1. First, I want to express my IMMENSE gratitude for all the hand warmers donations. They really do make the car line more bearable. Also, please remember to do your part and have the kids ready to jump out when you get to the drop-off area so that we can keep the line moving as fast as possible. Finally, feel free to join us on the car line at any time; we would love to have volunteers!
2. I am LOVING all of the poems that are rolling in for the 5 Star Poetry Competition. Remember the deadline is friday.
Have a great rest of the day and stay warm!
4:15 p.m., 1/21/25: Anne Arundel County Public Schools will operate on a normal schedule for all students and staff on Wednesday, January 22.
Families are encouraged to take steps to ensure students are appropriately dressed for the extremely cold temperatures that are forecast for Wednesday morning. Information from the Anne Arundel County Department of Health related to handling the cold temperatures appropriately can be found through this link or at www.aacps.org. Those precautions include layered clothing and appropriate attire to ensure that hands, faces, and skin are covered.
Families of students who walk to school should consider making arrangements to drive or have their students driven to school.
Thank you.
Today over 500 teaching assistants gathered virtually for AACPS' first Paraeducator Symposium, Empowering Paraeducators for Student Independence, organized by the Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services. This professional development provided our valuable teaching assistants, from early childhood through high school, with sessions on a variety of topics including enhancing inclusive learning environments for all students. Seeing families as valuable members of our students' teams, the latest edition of the Family Academy features a session entitled, Inclusion: What is it and Why is it so Important? available to watch on the Family Academy YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/iFNZlPKmG24 (English), https://youtu.be/HNv-TpYadzc (Spanish)
5:30 p.m., 1/20/25: Out of an abundance of caution, AACPS employees will report to their work locations two hours later than normal on Tuesday, January 21. Employees scheduled to take part in professional development meetings should contact the organizer of their meeting for updated information.
Unit III employees will receive reporting requirements for Tuesday, January 21, in a separate message.
No decision has been made on the status of school system operations for Wednesday, January 22.
Have you registered for the Family Wellness Forum? The Family Wellness Forum is an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School
💸 POWER UP on this wintry weekend and stock up on Dave and Buster's Power Cards! 50% profit to support CSPES for each Power Card we sell.
👉 https://my.cheddarup.com/c/spirit-night-at-dave-buster-s ✨⏰ Don't miss out - last day to purchase is TOMORROW, Monday, January 20!
🔥 Bonus alert! 🔥 The student who purchases or sells the most Power Cards will win a $75 Power Card AND 2,000 tickets to use at D&B! Power Cards do not expire so stock up today!
Bus B left the parking lot at 12:38.
Greetings Bus Parents!
Buses A and C have left the parking lot and are on the way to their stops
Bus B is running about 5 minutes late. It hasn't arrived at school yet.
Please stay tuned for updates!
🌟✨ Calling All CSPES Tigers! ✨🌟
Unleash your creativity in our CSPES 5 Star Poetry Contest! 📝🐅
🎤 Topic: Write a poem about what CSPES means to you!
📅 Due Date: Submit your poem to Ms. Camacho by January 24th
🏆 Winners: Get a chance to perform your poem at our CSPES 5 Star Celebrations!
Let your words shine as bright as the stars! 🌟
#CSPES5Star #TigerPride #Unstoppable #CSPESPoetryContest
The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is seeking applicants for its tenth International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA). The deadline to apply is January 19, 2025. English application link: https://forms.gle/fZ9Q2SkShPKcAxcKA. More information, including the application form in multiple languages, is available at www.aacps.org/ipcla. #AACPSFamily #AACPSAwesome #BelongGrowSucceed
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell today announced the #LiftLA campaign, which will raise funds to assist the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Info: www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage.
Hello amazing CSPES Family!
Our Car line is FREEZING and would greatly appreciate any donations of hot hands. I have added to our Amazon wishlist if anyone would like to donate. I really appreciate any help you can provide. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/204K1JUSN1S0T?ref_=wl_share
We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm
📍Marley Middle School
The last Family Academy College Financial Aid Night is January 22nd from 6-7:30pm at Glen Burnie HS! Join us to learn about how to apply for college financial aid, including information on financial aid options for international students.
Register for this event at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6.
Interpreters available upon request.
Bus A has just left school.
Bus B has just pulled in...please allow a few minutes for them to load and they will be on the way too.
Greetings!
Bus A and B have not gotten to school yet. They should be here in the next 10-15 minutes.
Please stay tuned for more information
REMINDER: The instructional day begins at 7:50 at CSPES. We will continue to try and close our car line as close to 7:50 as possible. If there is an extenuating circumstance causing back ups, we will be as flexible as possible. However, we must maintain the integrity of the instructional schedule and this includes starting our day on time! We begin opening car doors at 7:20 AM.
If you have concerns, please direct them to our main office who will help you get in touch with our admin team by parking, walking your child into the building, and signing them in. Mr. Bruening and Mr. Chandler will not be able to discuss your concerns in the car line. Thank you for your understanding and support of the instructional programming at CSPES!
SS/Assistant Principal
Bus A Parents!
Bus A has just pulled out of the school
Greetings Bus A parents. Bus A has NOT gotten to the school yet. Please stay tuned for further information.
Plan ahead! CSPES Celebrates Heart Health on Valentine's Day. Students will have an opportunity to give classmates Valentine's Day Cards, non-food treats, and enjoy some heart-healthy snacks with their friends (provided via family donations).
A more formal communication and details are forthcoming, but I wanted to give you a heads up since many of you may begin purchasing Valentine's in the next few weeks! 🥰❤
There will also be a "wishlist" for snack donations. Like last year, donations are made to the school and distributed to each class.
Thank you!
SS/Assistant Principal