This year, our junior high and high school will be sending parent satisfaction surveys near the end of both first and second semesters. You will receive a survey for the junior high and for the high school via email today. If you do not receive one, please email Janet.Dinnen@cmca12.com. Please take time to complete these surveys as we value your input in considering ways to improve our school. Surveys need to be completed by January 13, 2012.
Jr. High Track Coach and Asst. Coach needed for this Spring. Season runs from March 1-May 5. These are paid positions. Practices are generally 3 times a week after school with 5-6 meets during the season. All meets are on weekdays except the last one on May 5. If interested, please contact Dina Fuqua, Athletic Director, at 719-471-1999 Ext. 241.
Health Update
Recently in the news you may have heard of the local outbreak of a Norovirus in Colorado Springs in several locations.El Paso County Public Health warns residents that Norovirus, a highly contagious gastrointestinal infection, has arrived in the county. At least five cases have been confirmed.
Norovirus is not to be confused with the flu, and there is no vaccination for it. Symptoms usually include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and stomach cramping. The virus takes a particular toll on young children and the elderly, and causes severe dehydration. It usually begins 12 to 24 hours after exposure and generally lasts one or two days. The three days of contagiousness after symptoms makes it a really tricky virus. Click here for more information.
Semester Exam Schedule
High school semester exams are scheduled for
January 10-13. The first exam each day will begin at 7:45 A.M. The second (last) exam each day will begin at 10:30 A.M. and end at 12:30 P.M. and students are allowed to leave at that time. Lunch and an optional study hall (from 1 - 3 P.M.) will be offered for high school students who remain on campus. On Friday, exams end at 9:45 A.M. and all high school students will be dismissed at that time.
Junior high semester exams are scheduled for January 12-13. Junior high students should be at school at 7:45 A.M. Exams will be finished at 1:05 P.M. Parents, please plan to pick up your junior high child at 1:15 P.M. on both Thursday and Friday.
A detailed copy of the exam schedule will be given to all students.
Charitable Giving
Please consider Cheyenne Mountain Charter Academy when planning your year-end charitable giving. CMCA is a tax exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and donations are tax deductible. We accept cash, checks, and even stock. You may also donate online with a credit card at
www.cmca12.com under the "Support CMCA" link on the home page. Donations may be delivered to any school office or sent to the following address:
Cheyenne Mountain Charter Academy
Business Office
1605 S. Corona Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
If you wish to donate stock, please contact Diane Borre, Business Manager, at (719) 471-1999 ext 202.
TCAP Info Night will take place on January 25th at 6:00 p.m. in the CMCA Special Education Room. Anyone interested in learning about the state assessment that will be given to students in grades 3-10 between February and April is welcome to attend. Please sign up at any building's front office by January 20th.
Substitute Training will take place on January 27th from 1:30-4:30 p.m. in the Vanguard Library. Those interesting in subbing in grades K-6 are welcome to attend. Please sign up at any building's front office by January 20th.
The Vanguard School will be hosting high school information night on Thursday, January 19th at 6:30PM in the Vanguard Library. Families with children in grades 7-12 are invited to visit the campus, learn about our outstanding college preparatory program, and meet students, parents, and teachers. You already know about our high standards, rigorous academics, competitive athletics, award-winning fine arts program, and character and leadership development opportunities. You already know about what it takes to be successful at CMCA and Vanguard: hard work, good character, and a commitment to excellence. You may know of some families whose children would be a great addition to the CMCA family. If so, please spread the word! Encourage them to attend a high school information night and learn more about how a Vanguard education can prepare their children for success. Thank you in advance for your support!
PE Cold Weather Procedures
PE classes are still going outside when the temperature is 20 degrees or warmer. The weather can change hour to hour so parents and students should never assume that they will stay inside. The gym can be cold as well. Students should be dressing in layers and have appropriate accessories like hats and gloves with grip. Students need athletic-looking pants, shirts, and jackets. Athletic running shoes are still to be worn. To keep the feet warmer, a student may wear thin wool socks. Feel free to ask the PE teachers for more clarification. There is a lost and found box in the southeast corner of the gym. Items will be donated before holiday breaks and at the end of each quarter.
