THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK📣

1. 📅 Mark Your Calendar: CMS schools and offices are closed Monday, Sept. 7, for Labor Day. Classes resume Tuesday, Sept. 8.
2. 💡 Family Academy — Join us Thursday, Sept. 3, at noon for this week’s virtual Lunch & Learn: The Learner Profile and Student Success & CTE. Join at bit.ly/CMSFamilyAcademy.
3. 📝 Beginning-of-Year Check-In: BOY assessments help teachers understand what students know and where they may need support. Your school will share testing information specific to your child.

WAYS TO SUPPORT SUCCESS 🌟

1. 🎯 Talk About Success: As students settle in, ask: What’s one thing you want to get better at this month? Help them choose one small goal for September.
2. 👀 Look Beyond the Grade: Ask what they’re learning, what feels challenging and what they’re proud of this week.

WAY TO SHAPE THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE

What is school really like for students each day? Watch our short Student Experience videos, then take the brief pulse check to share your perspective.
👉 bit.ly/ESEPulseCheck | Open through Sept. 30.

AT-HOME STRATEGIES FOR A STRONG START

1. 💬 Talk About Their Day: Skip “How was school?” and try: What made you smile? What was challenging? Who helped you today?
2. 🎒 Reset for Tomorrow: Make mornings easier tonight - pack the backpack, lay out clothes and set a consistent bedtime.
3. ⏰ Make Every Day Count: Strong attendance starts now! Help your student get to school every day and on time.

WAYS TO STAY CONNECTED

1. 🎉Celebrate With Us: We had a great first day! See photos and highlights of students starting the new year across CMS.
2. 🎓 Learn With Family Academy: Discover September’s live Lunch and Learn options or explore our on-demand series designed just for CMS families!

WHAT’S IN THE BACKPACK?

Take two minutes each night to check your student’s backpack:

✍️ SIGN IT: Forms or information that need your attention.

📅 SAVE IT: Important dates, events or school/classroom updates.

🎒 SEND IT BACK: Homework, folders or materials your student needs for tomorrow.