March 30th, 2015 Announcements

Hello Cherokee Families,

It appears the beautiful spring weather is back. . .hopefully for good!

Update on MAP testing – We will begin April 6^th and end on April 22^nd. Please check the MAP testing schedule for specifics on when each grade level and/or team will be testing. Please don’t hesitate to contact your students teachers for more specific information. Reminder to please schedule appointments around the testing schedule. Thank you.

Please note students may use their personal ear buds for testing. However, ALL CELL PHONES must be left in lockers during testing. Thank you for reminding our students to leave phones in their lockers during their testing session.

Here are a few updates and reminders for you:

1.     Yearbooks are on sale until March 31^st . Check HERE for more information. Online purchases only.

a.     Spring Book Fair –Online purchase may be made HERE through tomorrow (March 31^st). All proceeds will be used for the library.

2.     Volunteer Breakfast – We appreciate ALL of our volunteers. We hope you can join us Wednesday, April 1^st at 8:30 for a special breakfast. Thanks for all you do to help our students and staff!

3.     Summer School – Students MUST be enrolled by April 1^st to be eligible for transportation on day one.

a.     You may continue to enroll after April 1^st, but transportation may be delayed.

b.     Plenty of seats still available! Registration for ALL ages is currently open. Don't delay because it will be the Best. Summer. Ever. #SummerAtSPS

c.      More information can be found at this LINK.

d.     Transportation is free to Carver for any Cherokee student living more than 1.5 miles from Carver. Free breakfast and lunch as well!

e.      Please see attachment for more information as well.

4.     Artworks - The Artworks program is so much fun they don’t know they’re learning!

a.     Artworks is designed to foster an appreciation of art for students entering grades 3-8 for the 2015-2016 school year. Artwork introduces students to a variety of materials and artistic concepts to evoke their curiosity and to hone their natural creativity. Students work with professional artists who teach students in a fun, relaxed environment where they can express their creativity and gain self-confidence.

b.     Enroll at the Summer School office located in the Kraft Administrative Center, 1359 E. St. Louis St. beginning at 9 a.m. on March 2.  The $30 supply fee is due at the time of registration.  Students receiving free/reduced lunch during the regular school year can apply for a fee waiver.

c.      There are two Artwork sessions.  The first is June 15-26 and the second is July 6-17.  A morning section, 8:30 – 10 a.m., and an afternoon section, 12:30 – 2 p.m. is offered during each session.  Students may attend both sessions but only one section in each session.  Artwork classes will be held at Bingham Elementary, 2126 E. Cherry St.

d.     Visit springfieldpublicschoolsmo.org for more detailed information regarding courses.

5.     Looking for a way to recognize Cherokee staff? We’ve had several parents do this recently. Thanks so much! You have no idea how much this means to our staff.

a.     Here is one way you can recognize them:

b.    Fill out an Employee Recognition Form HERE We’ve had several parents submit them for staff. . .Thanks so much!!

c.      Also, please consider nominating our librarian, Ms. Bueno, for the 2015 Linda Luke Librarian of the Year Award.  The deadline to nominate is Friday, March 27^th, 2015.  This is a very special honor which is given in memory of Linda Luke who served as librarian at Disney and Hickory Hills.  The award comes with a cash prize which benefits the librarian and the school library.

d.    Attached you will find the nomination form.  The form can also be downloaded at www.supportSPS.org.  

6.     Also, you can follow us on Twitter by searching for @CherokeeSPS or you can receive text messages via Remind by sending a text to 81010 with the message @principalp

a.     We use our Twitter feed to not only make announcements, but also celebrate and share our story. I encourage you to check it out. Our Twitter feed is visible on the left-hand side of our webpage, below the News and Links items. You can scroll thorough to see all the news without signing up for Twitter.

7.     Daily Announcement and website – Remember you can stay closely connected with these listed events and even more each day by visiting our website HERE. Our Daily Announcements are updated Monday – Friday

8.     2015 – 2016 School Calendar - The SPS school board approved the 15 - 16 calendar last week and it can be found HERE

2015-2016 Cherokee Orientation schedule

Monday, Aug. 3: 6th grade @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Endeavor 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 4: 7th grade Panthers @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Ravens 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 5: New to Cherokee 8th graders 12 - 1 & all returning 8th graders schedule pick up after 1 p.m.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.

Have a great week and as always #GoIndians

Bill Powers

Principal

Cherokee Middle School

420 E. Farm Road 182

Springfield, MO 65810

Ph: 417-523-7210

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March 23, 2015 Announcements

Hello Cherokee Families,

What a beautiful weekend we had. I hope each of you were able to enjoy the time with family and friends!

Update on MAP testing – We will begin April 6^th for some of our students. This year the testing is all online so we will not be testing all students at the same time. This format will also cause the testing ‘season’ to extend through the month of April. I have a draft of our testing schedule prepared and we are making final updates this week. I plan to share this calendar with you all next week so you will know specifically when your student will be in a testing session.

Here are a few updates and reminders for you:

1.     Yearbooks are on sale until March 31^st . Check HERE for more information. Online purchases only.

2.     Spring Book Fair – This week (March 23 – 27) from 7:30 to 3:30 each day. Online purchase may be made HERE. All proceeds will be used for the library.

3.     Summer School – Students MUST be enrolled by April 1^st to be eligible for transportation on day one. You may continue to enroll after April 1^st, but transportation may be delayed.

Plenty of seats still available! Registration for ALL ages is currently open. Don't delay because it will be the Best. Summer. Ever. #SummerAtSPS

a.     More information can be found at this LINK.

b.     Transportation is free to Carver for any Cherokee student living more than 1.5 miles from Carver. Free breakfast and lunch as well!

c.      Please see attachment for more information as well.

4.     Artworks - The Artworks program is so much fun they don’t know they’re learning!

a.     Artworks is designed to foster an appreciation of art for students entering grades 3-8 for the 2015-2016 school year. Artwork introduces students to a variety of materials and artistic concepts to evoke their curiosity and to hone their natural creativity. Students work with professional artists who teach students in a fun, relaxed environment where they can express their creativity and gain self-confidence.

b.     Enroll at the Summer School office located in the Kraft Administrative Center, 1359 E. St. Louis St. beginning at 9 a.m. on March 2.  The $30 supply fee is due at the time of registration.  Students receiving free/reduced lunch during the regular school year can apply for a fee waiver.

c.      There are two Artwork sessions.  The first is June 15-26 and the second is July 6-17.  A morning section, 8:30 – 10 a.m., and an afternoon section, 12:30 – 2 p.m. is offered during each session.  Students may attend both sessions but only one section in each session.  Artwork classes will be held at Bingham Elementary, 2126 E. Cherry St.

d.     Visit springfieldpublicschoolsmo.org for more detailed information regarding courses.

5.     Looking for a way to recognize Cherokee staff? We’ve had several parents do this recently. Thanks so much! You have no idea how much this means to our staff.

Here is one way you can recognize them:

Fill out an Employee Recognition Form HERE We’ve had several parents submit them for staff. . .Thanks so much!!

a.     Also, please consider nominating our librarian, Ms. Bueno, for the 2015 Linda Luke Librarian of the Year Award.  The deadline to nominate is Friday, March 27^th, 2015.  This is a very special honor which is given in memory of Linda Luke who served as librarian at Disney and Hickory Hills.  The award comes with a cash prize which benefits the librarian and the school library.

b.    Attached you will find the nomination form.  The form can also be downloaded at www.supportSPS.org.  

6.     Also, you can follow us on Twitter by searching for @CherokeeSPS or you can receive text messages via Remind by sending a text to 81010 with the message @principalp

a.     We use our Twitter feed to not only make announcements, but also celebrate and share our story. I encourage you to check it out. Our Twitter feed is visible on the left-hand side of our webpage, below the News and Links items. You can scroll thorough to see all the news without signing up for Twitter.

7.     Report cards were sent home Friday, March 20^th.

8.     Daily Announcement and website – Remember you can stay closely connected with these listed events and even more each day by visiting our website HERE. Our Daily Announcements are updated Monday – Friday

9.     2015 – 2016 School Calendar - The SPS school board approved the 15 - 16 calendar last week and it can be found HERE

2015-2016 Cherokee Orientation schedule

Monday, Aug. 3: 6th grade @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Endeavor 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 4: 7th grade Panthers @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Ravens 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 5: New to Cherokee 8th graders 12 - 1 & all returning 8th graders schedule pick up after 1 p.m.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.

Have a great week and as always #GoIndians

Bill Powers

Principal

Cherokee Middle School

420 E. Farm Road 182

Springfield, MO 65810

Ph: 417-523-7210

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March 17, 2015 Announcements

Hello Cherokee Families,

Welcome back students! I hope you all had a wonderful Spring Break.

We begin 4^th quarter today and with it brings MAP testing. We will begin in early April and I will send out the schedule very soon. Please note we will have more days of testing due to the online format. I will send out more details in the weeks to come.

Here are a few updates and reminders for you:

1.     Summer School – It isn't too late to sign up. Plenty of seats still available! Registration for ALL ages is currently open. Don't delay because it will be the Best. Summer. Ever. #SummerAtSPS

a.     More information can be found at this LINK.

b.     Transportation is free to Carver for any Cherokee student living more than 1.5 miles from Carver. Free breakfast and lunch as well!

c.      Please see here for more information as well.

2.     Artworks - The Artworks program is so much fun they don’t know they’re learning!

a.     Artworks is designed to foster an appreciation of art for students entering grades 3-8 for the 2015-2016 school year. Artwork introduces students to a variety of materials and artistic concepts to evoke their curiosity and to hone their natural creativity. Students work with professional artists who teach students in a fun, relaxed environment where they can express their creativity and gain self-confidence.

b.     Enroll at the Summer School office located in the Kraft Administrative Center, 1359 E. St. Louis St. beginning at 9 a.m. on March 2.  The $30 supply fee is due at the time of registration.  Students receiving free/reduced lunch during the regular school year can apply for a fee waiver.

c.      There are two Artwork sessions.  The first is June 15-26 and the second is July 6-17.  A morning section, 8:30 – 10 a.m., and an afternoon section, 12:30 – 2 p.m. is offered during each session.  Students may attend both sessions but only one section in each session.  Artwork classes will be held at Bingham Elementary, 2126 E. Cherry St.

d.     Visit springfieldpublicschoolsmo.org for more detailed information regarding courses.

3.     Looking for a way to recognize Cherokee staff? We’ve had several parents do this recently. Thanks so much! You have no idea how much this means to our staff.

Here is one way you can recognize them:

Fill out an Employee Recognition Form HERE We’ve had several parents submit them for staff. . .Thanks so much!!

a.     Also, please consider nominating our librarian, Ms. Bueno, for the 2015 Linda Luke Librarian of the Year Award.  The deadline to nominate is Friday, March 27^th, 2015.  This is a very special honor which is given in memory of Linda Luke who served as librarian at Disney and Hickory Hills.  The award comes with a cash prize which benefits the librarian and the school library.

b.    Attached you will find the nomination form.  The form can also be downloaded at www.supportSPS.org.  

4.     Yearbooks are on sale until March 31^st . Check our website for more information. Online purchases only.

5.     Also, you can follow us on Twitter by searching for @CherokeeSPS or you can receive text messages via Remind by sending a text to 81010 with the message @principalp

a.     We use our Twitter feed to not only make announcements, but also celebrate and share our story. I encourage you to check it out. Our Twitter feed is visible on the left-hand side of our webpage, below the News and Links items. You can scroll thorough to see all the news without signing up for Twitter.

6.     Report cards are scheduled to be sent home Friday, March 20^th.

7.     PTSA meeting - Next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17th at 5:30 p.m. ALL are welcome.

8.     2015 – 2016 School Calendar - The SPS school board approved the 15 - 16 calendar last week and it can be found HERE

2015-2016 Cherokee Orientation schedule

Monday, Aug. 3: 6th grade @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Endeavor 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 4: 7th grade Panthers @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Ravens 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 5: New to Cherokee 8th graders 12 - 1 & all returning 8th graders schedule pick up after 1 p.m.

9.     Spring Book Fair – March 23 – 27. All proceeds will be used for the library. Daily Announcement and website – Remember you can stay closely connected with these listed events and even more each day by visiting our website HERE. Our Daily Announcements are updated Monday – Friday.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.

Have a great week and as always #GoIndians

Bill Powers

Principal

Cherokee Middle School

420 E. Farm Road 182

Springfield, MO 65810

Ph: 417-523-7210

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"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." - Alvin Toffler

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March 2, 2105 announcements

Hello Cherokee Families,

How many more weeks of winter? Thank you so much for taking extra caution this morning as our parking lot was still slick in a few areas.

A quick note/reminder regarding drop off and pick up. I want to thank all of you who pull as far forward as possible. It is a tremendous help.

It has come to my attention the afternoon pick up is causing some concerns out on Plainview Road. Parents/Families – please do NOT pick up, or drop off in the morning, your students while you are sitting in traffic on Plainview. This is very dangerous.

Thank you again to everyone who pulls forward as far as possible in the mornings and afternoon.

I’m sure you all are looking forward to Spring Break next week. At this point the long term forecast looks favorable for the early part of Spring Break. . .let’s hope so.

Here are a few updates and reminders for you:

1.     Officer Pearson fundraiser with Domino’s Pizza is today. Please see attached flyer from Domino’s for more information.

Summer School – It isn't to late to sign up. Plenty of seats still available! Registration for ALL ages is currently open. Don't delay because it will be the Best. Summer. Ever. #SummerAtSPS

More information can be found at this LINK.

Transportation is free to Carver for any Cherokee student living more than 1.5 miles from Carver. Free breakfast and lunch as well!

2.     Artworks - The Artworks program is so much fun they don’t know they’re learning!

Artworks is designed to foster an appreciation of art for students entering grades 3-8 for the 2015-2016 school year. Artwork introduces students to a variety of materials and artistic concepts to evoke their curiosity and to hone their natural creativity. Students work with professional artists who teach students in a fun, relaxed environment where they can express their creativity and gain self-confidence.

Enroll at the Summer School office located in the Kraft Administrative Center, 1359 E. St. Louis St. beginning at 9 a.m. on March 2.  The $30 supply fee is due at the time of registration.  Students receiving free/reduced lunch during the regular school year can apply for a fee waiver.

There are two Artwork sessions.  The first is June 15-26 and the second is July 6-17.  A morning section, 8:30 – 10 a.m., and an afternoon section, 12:30 – 2 p.m. is offered during each session.  Students may attend both sessions but only one section in each session.  Artwork classes will be held at Bingham Elementary, 2126 E. Cherry St.

Visit springfieldpublicschoolsmo.org for more detailed information regarding courses.

3.     Looking for a way to recognize Cherokee staff? We’ve had several parents do this recently. Thanks so much! You have no idea how much this means to our staff.

Here is one way you can recognize them:

Fill out an Employee Recognition Form HERE We’ve had several parents submit them for staff. . .Thanks so much!!

Also, please consider nominating our librarian, Ms. Bueno, for the 2015 Linda Luke Librarian of the Year Award.  The deadline to nominate is Friday, March 27^th, 2015.  This is a very special honor which is given in memory of Linda Luke who served as librarian at Disney and Hickory Hills.  The award comes with a cash prize which benefits the librarian and the school library.

Attached you will find the nomination form.  The form can also be downloaded at www.supportSPS.org.  

4.     Yearbooks are on sale until March 31^st . Check our website for more information. Online purchases only.

5.     Pick-A-Project – The deadline for the this project is Sunday, March 8^th. Please consider donating today.

See description below and use this link to donate. Any and all support is greatly appreciated!

You can donate at this link 3-D DOODLER PENS-FROM 2-DIMENSIONAL DESIGNS TO 3-DIMENSIONAL STUDENT CREATED OBJECTS

Project Cost: $1000

Funded to Date: $110

Online Until: March 8, 2015

Teacher Name: Amanda Jimenez

School: Cherokee Middle School

Grade Level: 6th, 7th, 8th- Design and Modeling Engineers

Description: Our Design and Modeling classroom learns the specifics of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional designs. Students use their learned knowledge to take 2-dimensional designs and create them in 3D using computer software. This class would like to take the next step in the design process by taking the 3D computer-generated design and constructing a 3D physical model utilizing the 3D pen. The 3D Pen is an engaging educational tool that allows the user to create real 3-dimensional objects; a pen that puts the power of a 3D printer in the palm of each student. 

6.     Also, you can follow us on Twitter by searching for @CherokeeSPS or you can receive text messages via Remind by sending a text to 81010 with the message @principalp

We use our Twitter feed to not only make announcements, but also celebrate and share our story. I encourage you to check it out. Our Twitter feed is visible on the left-hand side of our webpage, below the News and Links items. You can scroll thorough to see all the news without signing up for Twitter.

7.     3^rd quarter ends this Friday, March 6^th. Report cards are scheduled to be sent home March 20^th.

8.     No school - Spring Break is March 7^th – 16^th

9.     PTSA meeting - Next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17th at 5:30 p.m. ALL are welcome.

10.                     2015 – 2016 School Calendar - The SPS school board approved the 15 - 16 calendar last week and it can be found HERE

2015-2016 Cherokee Orientation schedule

Monday, Aug. 3: 6th grade @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Endeavor 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 4: 7th grade Panthers @ 5 - 6 p.m. & 7th grade Ravens 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 5: New to Cherokee 8th graders 12 - 1 & all returning 8th graders schedule pick up after 1 p.m.

11.                     Spring Book Fair – March 23 – 27. All proceeds will be used for the library. Daily Announcement and website – Remember you can stay closely connected with these listed events and even more each day by visiting our website HERE. Our Daily Announcements are updated Monday – Friday.

12.                     Gallons for Growth – for every gallon of gas sold Thursday, March 5^th at any local Kum & Go they will donate 3 cents per gallon to the Foundation for Springfield Public Schools. This money, in turn, goes directly back to SPS classrooms to benefit our students. Thank you for considering!

Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.

Have a great week and as always #GoIndians

Bill Powers

Principal

Cherokee Middle School

420 E. Farm Road 182

Springfield, MO 65810

Ph: 417-523-7210

Deliberative/Significance/Learner/Maximizer/Achiever

 "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." - Alvin Toffler

Confidentiality Notice:

This email message and any accompanying document(s) and attachments contain information from Springfield Public Schools, which is confidential and privileged. The email transmission and any attached documents are intended to be for the review and use solely of the individual(s) or entity(ies) named and listed on the email transmission message. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby advised that any review, disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the information and/or contents of this email message, as well as any attached documents, is prohibited. If you have received this email message in error, please immediately delete this email transmission and notify us by telephone of this error.