BEEN ’S BRIEFING

TigerTalk

Whew, that was fast… we are well into the second semester. The beginning of the second

semester brought changes to some student schedules and some advisory changes based

upon first semester scores. We have made some adjustments to some of our remediation

advisory sessions and the Read-180 program as many student “graduate” from these oppor-

tunities at the end of the first semester. Students identified as needing access to an addition-

al academic push has been placed into the second semester of these remediation opportuni-

ties. Remember, the focus is on providing as many opportunities for learning as possible over

the course of the school day.

The beginning of the second semester generally marks the beginning of two very important

required activities, aside from focusing on learning. Standardized testing and student regis-

tration for the next school year are the two important activities every student will participate in

prior to the end of the school year. On the testing front, CVMS has identified the beginning of

the State mandated assessment window to begin February 29, 2016. This year the State has

adopted a full electronic assessment. The assessment is made up of different components

that together provide an assessment score for the areas of math and English language arts

(ELA). You may recall receiving the results of last year’s SBAC assessment, though the

scores didn’t count. The big “take away” from the mailed results is how the earned scores are

communicated, in a number line and in text format. Every student that participates in these

assessments will receive results towards the beginning of the next school year. I do not yet

have a test schedule fully fleshed out, but I will post any changes to the current bell schedule

or test schedule when complete.

As we move through the calendar every student, 6th, 7th, and 8th, will participate in these

State mandated assessments. The results of these exams assist with the best class place-

ment possible for your student next school year. The specific details of these exams are still

being worked out.

Please check the CVMS webpage for up to the minute information.

This year we have implemented a Saturday school program, at least 13 Saturday’s, over the

course of this school year, I’d like to thank the School Board for their grant which allows us to

offer opportunities for students to learn and catch up. This program has been successful so

far and I would like to see this opportunity expanded in the future. This Saturday School aug-

ments our regularly occurring Math Camps. Saturday school dates are assigned by student

need and invitation. Math Camps will occur February 24, 25, and 27, 2016.

I wish everyone the best of health and encourage everyone to regularly check the CVMS

website for CVMS updates and additional/current information, specifically related to exams,

bell schedule changes, and registration information for next year.

Thank you.

Volume 8, Issue 5 February 2016

Contact Info

1477 Hwy 395

Gardnerville, NV 89410

Phone: 782-2265

CVMS Web address:

www.dcsd.k12.nv.us/cvms

District Web address:

www.dcsd.k12.nv.us

C a r s o n V a l l e y M i d d l e S c h o o l

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Policies 2

Student of the Month

Counselor’s Corner

3

3

Volleyball 4

Nurse’s Notes 4

Yearbook

Music Dept

5

5

N.J.H.S. 5

Talent Show 6

Volume 8, Issue 5 Page 2

POLICIES Safety and Thefts

Parents and students, unfortunately unauthorized items continue to come up missing at school; cell phones, iPods, etc. While

no one likes a thief, if these items are brought to school it is at your own risk. So if you bring an unauthorized item to school

locking them in a personal hall locker is probably safer than taking them to a PE class. If locking the item in a personal hall lock-

er is not an option, then it is recommended that the student lock the item in their individual PE locker. The large community bin in

the PE locker room is for backpacks and is not as secure as their personal locker. We will not search for items that should not

be on campus.

CVMS Searches

With that being stated above, CVMS has the right to search any individual that comes onto our campus when we have a Rea-

sonable Suspicion that the individual may be in possession of an unauthorized item.

Closed Campus

CVMS is a closed campus and once a student arrives they are not allowed to leave until they are leaving for the day or a par-

ent picks them up at school. Students that violate this rule will receive a consequence based on our progressive discipline plan.

Tutoring

CVMS has after-school tutoring from 2:15-2:50PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with transportation. If you arrange for after-

school tutoring on other days you will need to provide your own transportation.

After School Activities

Students need to leave campus at the end of the school day unless they are staying for a supervised event or tutoring. If a stu-

dent is staying for an after school event, like a sporting event, they need to attend tutoring prior to the event. We do not allow

student to wander around the campus unsupervised.

Electronic Items

We recommend that these items are left at home. If a student elects to bring one of these items to school, they are not allowed

to be on, used, or visible between the hours of 7:45AM-2:06PM, or during tutoring and After-School Detention. A parent

will be required to pick up the item each time it is confiscated. Additionally, if a student uses an electronic device to record

something at school (like a fight) that student will be suspended.

1st incident – 3 days of Lunch Detention

2nd incident – 1 day of In-School Suspension

3rd incident (and subsequent incidents) – 2 days of In-School Suspension

Hallway Access

Students are not allowed inside the halls (A, B, C) of the school until 7:30 AM. Prior to the 7:30 AM bell the students can go

to the Multi-purpose room or the gym.

Hats/Head Gear

Hats and head gear are not allowed to be worn inside the buildings at CVMS. A parent will be required to pick up the item

each time it is confiscated. If a student repeatedly violates this rule Progressive Discipline will be used.

Note: There has been an adopted change, 12/14/2010, in the DCSD’s Administrative Regulation 523(a) to include designer drugs. To view the full regulation go to: http://dcsd.k12.nv.us/filedb/file992.pdf “Possession, use, distribution, or intent to distribute, and/or being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, including by not limited to, inhalants, designer drugs*, controlled substances (or a substance purported to be a controlled sub-stance or mimic the effect of a controlled substance), prescription drugs, unless the student has been prescribed the pre-scription drug by a physician and in accordance with Board Policy 508, or inappropriate use of an over-the counter (OTC) drugs, The definition of possession, as used here, includes all aforementioned substances as well as drug para-phernalia containing drugs on the person of a student, in any school locker, or any clothing, purse, backpack, automo-bile, or any other…”

Volume 8, Issue 5 Page 3

DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

6th Grade

Student of the Month Alexandra Hastings-Molyneux,

Reagan Brown

Citizen of the Month Katherine Villasenor,

Grady Fernsdorff

Most Improved Allan Larios,

Julius Followill

7th Grade

Student of the Month

Jose Navarro,

Matthew Goff

Citizen of the Month

Jordyn Shaw,

Emma McNabb

Most Improved

Austin Brewer

Tyler Henckel

8th Grade

Student of the Month

Kirsi Whear,

Mckenzie Wishner

Citizen of the Month

Kanzis Mercier,

Wesley Gadbois

Most Improved

“JR”Ballardo Reyes,

Martin Cariaga

JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

8th Grade

Student of the Month

Josh Herup

Ivan Chavez

Citizen of the Month

DiDi Coker

Elise Christensen

Most Improved

Andrew Elsworth

Kody Gray

7th Grade

Student of the Month

Sarah Gardner

Camille Moffitt

Citizen of the Month

Sarah Baggett

Karley Forgatsch

Most Improved

Tyler Freetly

Megan Chandler

6th Grade

Student of the Month Ruby Jacobsen

Hector Mata Sanchez

Citizen of the Month

Dakota Jones Juan Ortiz

Most Improved David Mendoza

Michael Valerie

The second semester is well underway! Parents should be checking grades and progress at least weekly. Mondays

are usually a good day as many teachers update grades over the weekend. If you have any questions please contact

the teachers and/or a counselor for assistance.

February is time for the mandatory 8th Grade Education Plan meetings with parents. If you haven’t scheduled a time for

a meeting please call Kristi Moore at 775-782-2265, Ext. 2308 or email her at kmoore@dcsd.k12.nv.us. These meet-ings are in preparation for high school registration which will take place in March.

COOKIE DOUGH FUNDRAISER – February 8th – 22nd

CVMS is again holding an Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough & More Fundraiser. Profits from our sale will be used for

supporting our Tiger Stripes program and purchasing special CVMS planners for our students for the next school year.

Information will be coming home on Monday, February 8th.

Counselor’s Corner

Volume 8, Issue 5 Page 4

VOLLEYBALL

6/7th grade 8th grade

Kennedy Cole Ariana Bilderback

Brooklyn Galliett Hailey Christiansen

Arian Giesselman Jolee Godde

Louisa Klitsie Rachael Hollar

Bethany Lundberg Mayci Mariani

Fiona Mora Kendal Moore

Kyla Palaroan Falan Rose

Bailey Rozier Lauren Rowlatt

Chloe Stein Tess Sando

Caitlyn Stephens Leah Schemernaure

Maddie Surane Cailey Tollman

Serena Tomassi Isabella Tomassi

Kate Talia Jolene Votel

Katelynn Wing Kirsi Whear

***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF 6TH GRADE STUDENTS***

A Tdap immunization is required for all students entering 7th grade and must be given prior to the first

day of school. There is no grace period. To be enrolled in public school, Nevada Law (NRS 392.435) requires that all

children must have up to date immunizations and boosters. We are required to remove children from school that are not

fully immunized or have incomplete records. Please obtain the Tdap immunization from the provider of your choice as

soon as possible.

This immunization is available at the CVMS Health Office for the low cost of $10 to those who are uninsured or un-

derinsured. There will be a cost increase in April, so please take advantage of this offer now. Immunizations are free to

those who have Medicaid, Nevada Check Up, or are Native American or Alaskan.

If you wish your child to receive this vaccination at school, please complete the CVMS Vaccine Administration Rec-

ord found on the Immunization Information page of the Student Health Services part of the CVMS website and return it

to the school nurse along with payment (if applicable).

In order to keep our CVMS community healthy and promote your student’s attendance and academic success, please

use the following daily precautions to keep yourself and your child healthy during this cold and flu season:

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.

Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth where germs enter the body.

Clean and disinfect surfaces and commonly handled objects that may be contaminated with germs.

Do not share food or drinks with others.

Keep your child home from school if he/she has had a fever of 100.0 degrees or higher (without the use of fever

reducing medication) within the last 24 hours.

Maintain a strong immune system by eating healthy foods rich in vitamins and minerals, staying hydrated, getting

plenty of sleep, and exercising regularly.

Receive an annual Influenza vaccination. It is not too late.

NURSE’S NOTES

The girls are half way through their

season and continuing to compete well on both teams. The games will

continue until the middle of February. Come support our teams!

February

-Game Schedule-

Feb 2nd-Away @Carson

Feb 4th-Home vs STMS

Feb 9th-Home vs PWL

Feb 12th League Champion-

ships 8th grade at Carson

Middle. 6-7th grade at Eagle

Valley MS

Times will be announced

Douglas County Spelling Bee Results: CVMS makes strong showing! Next step is the Nevada State Spelling Bee in Las Vegas on March 5th. Congratulations to our super spellers!

6th Grade 1st Place- Griffin Lewis 7th Grade 1st place- Nalani Schultz, 2nd place -Emily Nanse 8th Grade 2nd place -Conor Bettridge

Volume 8, Issue 5 Page 5

The Yearbook Needs Your Help!

We’re looking for photos of SPORTS and EXTRACURRICULAR HOBBIES. If you’re involved in karate, Girl Scouts, backcountry skiing,

hula hooping, extreme eating contests…. whatever!... send us pictures! You may see them in the yearbook.

We also need PET PICTURES! All pets are welcome—dogs, cats, ferrets, turtles, hamsters, chickens, whatever you have! Make

sure you tell us your full name and your pet’s name. E-mail pictures to csmyth AT dcsd.k12.nv.us as soon as possible!

Y e a r b o o k P r i c e s a r e R i s i n g ! Yearbook prices are INCREASING February 29th. Don’t wait to buy yours. Bring a check for $45 to the office as soon as possi-ble. Last year, we sold out, so don’t procrastinate! Yearbooks may also be purchased online at http://jostensyearbook.com.

YEARBOOK

Grab your calendars - it's time to mark some dates! The music students at CVMS are getting

geared up for several more performances this semester, and we want YOU to be there! All per-

formances are FREE, so come on out and bring a friend or two!

Mar. 17 - Choiriffic (all Douglas County Choirs come together!) - DHS Gym at 6:30pm

Mar. 24 - Bandtastic (all Douglas County Bands come together!) - DHS Gym at 6:30pm

Feb. 5 - Honor Choir Concert - Churchill County High School at 7:00pm

(CVMS students performing: Kanzis Mercier, Kayla Wilson, Amanda Shaffer, Lisa Aleman)

Feb. 12 - Honor Band Concert - Churchill County High School at 7:00pm

(CVMS students performing: John Wagstaff and Jack Stevenson)

Apr. 24 - Reno Aces Baseball Game - 1:05pm - We will be playing/singing the National Anthem before the game, so get

there early! Get your tickets from one of our band or choir students and 50% of the ticket price will come back to sup-

port our program! Tickets will be available soon.

May 18 - Spring Concert - CVMS Multi-Purpose Room at 6:00pm - The Grand Finale for the year! Come hear each

group perform one last time as they show off all they've learned throughout the year.

MUSIC NOTES

Share the love! Come to the NJHS Valen-

tine’s Dance! Please join us on Friday, Feb-ruary 5th from 4pm to 7pm in the multi-purpose room. Admission is $6 or $5 with a ASB sticker. Enjoy pizza, candy, and drinks for only $1.00. 6th and 7th grad-ers don’t forget this is your last dance of the year! Food, fun, friends, and music! We hope you have ball , see you there!

N.J.H.S. N EWS

Blood Drive Have a heart and save a life! Please consider donating blood at the NJHS spring blood ddrive on February 27th from 10am to 2pm. Our fall blood drive was a tremendous success - all the appointment slots were filled and over 20 units were collected. Contact Lin Falkner at mfalk-ner@dcsd.k12.nv.us to sign up. The blood drive takes place right here at CVMS. Don’t miss the fun!!

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Carson Valley Middle School 1477 Hwy 395 Gardnerville, NV 89410

Non-Discrimination Policy The Douglas County School District Board of Trustees supports

equal educational opportunity for students free from discrimination

based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability,

or national origin (Board Policy No. 103). This concept of equal op-

portunity serves as a guide for staff in making decisions relating to

school facilities; and selection of educational materials, equipment,

curriculum, and regulations affecting students. In support of this

policy and in compliance with the requirements of federal law, no

student will be required to attend mandatory meetings solely based

on the student’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disa-

bility, or national origin.

Volume 8, Issue 5

TALENT SHOW GOES ON!

Think you have what it takes to be a super-

star? Then get your name in lights and show

off your talent at the CVMS Tiger Talent

Show! The talent show will be held on March

25th in the main gym. Sign-up now through

February 3rd in the front office and tell us

your name and your act (be specific as possi-

ble). Audition information will be issued the

following week! Goooooo, Tigers!

VALENTINE’S DAY!!!!

Tigers, candy, and hearts, oh my! Valentine Grams are on now on sale at the Tiger shack during all lunches! Valentine Grams are $1.00 each, come in a variety of flavors, and are the perfect way to say Happy Valentine's Day! Grams will be

delivered during 6th period on Friday, February 12th. Quantities are limited, so don't delay--buy yours today!

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Speaking of Valentine’s Day… Parents often times send flowers, balloons, or treats. We do not allow students to pick these up

until the end of school as they become disruptive in classes. We ask that you please share these types of gifts at home, as

we will not deliver them during school, and we cannot guarantee students will pick them up. Thank you for observing this

policy.