Book Fair THIS WEEK!

The CHMS Book Fair returns THIS WEEK! 

Students will have the opportunity to shop the book fair this Tuesday - Friday during their ELA class period. Students can make purchases using cash, credit card, or Apple Pay.

The book fair will remain open the following Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 25 & 26, for parents to shop during Parent - Teacher Conferences.

VOLUNTEERS are still needed to help run the book fair. CLICK HERE to sign up and help!

Gift of the Season

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CHMS PTO is excited to once again support HCS Family Services through their Holiday Gift Drive. This holiday season, CHMS is sponsoring 14 families in need.

On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, students will have the opportunity, during their lunch period, to select a yellow gift tag with details for a specific individual or family and their wishlist item.

Please talk with your student about your family's participation in our holiday gift drive. It is an optional opportunity for families to give to those in need and brighten a family's holiday season.

We will be collecting the wish list items the week after Thanksgiving, December 2nd - 6th.

Please KEEP and include the yellow gift tag with the returned gift when it is dropped off at school. This allows us to match the gifts with the intended recipient.

Suggested gift amount is $30-50. Gifts must be new, unwrapped and with a gift receipt, when possible.

If you have any questions, please contact our PTO Holiday Drive Committee Chairs at margiejeffords@yahoo.com

Thank you for your support!

CHMS Yearbook Ordering 2024-2025

Hello CHMS Families!

We are excited to announce that the 2024-2025 CHMS yearbook is now available for pre-order! This yearbook will be a wonderful keepsake, capturing all the special moments, memories, and milestones from the school year. Our annual yearbook signing event will take place on the last day of school so make sure to follow the steps below and secure your yearbook!

Here’s how to order:

• Order Online: Click below and enter code 25635
• Cost: $30
• Deadline: Orders must be placed by Friday, March 7, 2025 to guarantee your child’s copy.
• Yearbook signing: Friday, May 30, 2025 - The last day of school

Don't miss out on this opportunity to preserve the memories of this school year! Yearbooks are a cherished memento that students can enjoy for years to come.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Yearbook Club rep, Lindy Phelan at mphelan@d181.org, or Heather Duffy, CHMS Building Secretary.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER. Thank you for your support!

Order Your Holiday Cards Through Minted.com!

Use minted.com to order your Holiday Cards (or anything else they sell!)!

Use code FUNDRAISECHMS - you'll get a discount and the PTO will get a donation!

 

Thank You D181 Board Members

On School Board Members Day, Friday, November 15, we celebrate the dedication and hard work of our elected D181 Board of Education members. This day is an opportunity to recognize their commitment and thank them for their unwavering advocacy in pursuit of quality education for all our students. Let’s show our appreciation for their outstanding service to our community!

 

 

District 181 Prioritizes Student and Staff Safety

District 181 is committed to creating a safe and welcoming learning environment for all. To achieve this goal, we have implemented a comprehensive safety plan that includes:

• Enhanced security: Upgrades to facilities, including state-of-the-art security measures, reinforced doors, and clear room numbering.
• Increased surveillance: Installation of security cameras throughout the district to monitor activity and deter potential threats.
• Comprehensive training: Regular training sessions for staff on safety protocols, emergency response procedures, and threat assessment.
• Emergency preparedness: Piloting the CrisisGo system and implementing the Safety Officer program to improve our ability to respond to crises effectively.

These initiatives demonstrate our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We believe that a secure learning environment is essential for academic success and personal growth.

Questions can be directed to the building principals. If further assistance is needed, parents can contact the Director of Communications - Jeffrey Alstadt.

CHMS Food Drive

The Peer Leadership Club is sponsoring a CHMS Food Drive this week, November 11-15, 2024. All collected items will be donated to the People's Resource Center in Westmont. 

Please have your student(s) drop off the donated items in the CHMS Lobby. Thank you so much for participating in this service project for our community. 

Here are the following needed items:

• Tuna fish (packed in water)

• Canned Fruit

• Low sodium canned soup

• Ketchup/Mustard

• Peanut butter

Thank you for participating!

CHMS Book Fair Returns and We Need Your Help!

Mark your Calendars! Students will have the opportunity to browse and shop the CHMS Book Fair. 

• Students will visit The Book Fair during their school day on Tuesday, 11/19 - Friday, 11/22 (the week before Thanksgiving)
• Students can make purchases with cash, credit card, or Apple Pay

The Book Fair will be open to parent during the in-person Parent / Teacher conferences.

• Parents can visit on Monday, 11/25 and Tuesday, 11/26
• We need your help! If you are available to volunteer for a partial shift on Monday, 11/25 or Tuesday, 11/26, please sign up below or contact Margie Jeffords (margiejeffords@yahoo.com).

Thank you!

Fortnightly Sign-up for 8th Graders Coming Soon!

The Community House is proud to continue the Fortnightly tradition for 8th Grade Students at CHMS and HMS. Fortnightly is a wonderful tradition that began in 1958, and teaches students the basics of dancing and decorum. The program brings professional dance instructors, and parent chaperones together on Fridays, beginning in February and running through March. The event culminates in a fun dance for the students on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025.

Eighth grade families should keep an eye out for invitations to come in the mail after Thanksgiving, and registration will take place online beginning Saturday, December 21st at 9am.

The Friday classes will be offered in hourly sessions, and spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis:

• 5:00pm - 6:00pm
• 6:10pm - 7:10pm
• 7:20pm - 8:20pm
• 8:30pm - 9:30pm

Please send any questions to fortnightly@chmspto.org

Order Your Holiday Cards Through Minted.com!

Use minted.com to order your Holiday Cards (or anything else they sell!)!

Use code FUNDRAISECHMS - you'll get a discount and the PTO will get a donation!