May 22, 2017 Announcements

Hello Cherokee Families,

The 2016 - 2017 school year has come to an end!

What an amazing year we have had both academically and athletically at Cherokee. We are so blessed with such great students and families!

To our 8th grade students/families - Thank you for an amazing middle school experience. We have created so many memories together the last 2 - 3 years. Thank you so much! Enjoy your time at Kickapoo and stay in touch. We are proud of each of you and look forward to hear about all the great things you will accomplish the next 4 years. #GoIndians #OneTribe #IndiansForever

To our 6th and 7th grade families - We will miss you this summer and we look forward to another amazing year with each of you. Enjoy the summer!

A reminder the final day of school is Monday, May 22nd and Cherokee will dismiss at 12:45 p.m.

#GoIndians

Here are a few updates and reminders for you:

1. Daily Announcement and website – Stay on top of what’s happening at Kickapoo and Cherokee this summer. We are updating our announcements daily!

Remember you can stay closely connected with these listed events and even more each day by visiting our website HERE.

2.  Chromebook collection – All students should have returned their Chromebook, Charger, and Case on May 18th. See THIS LETTER for more information.

If any of these items were not returned or were damaged a notice of charges will be sent to you this summer. Thank you.

3. Library Books - Please return as soon as possible. Any books not returned, lost, or damaged will be added to your fees and a notice will be sent home. Thank you.

4.  2017 - 2018 School Calendar approved - Ready to make summer plans? Here is the calendar for 2017 - 2018.

The first day of school will be Wednesday, Aug. 16th, 2017.

2017 - 2018 Cherokee Orientation dates/times:

6th grade - Monday, Aug. 7th 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

7th graders will receive a postcard in late July to notify you of team placement.

7th grade Panthers - Monday, Aug. 7th 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

7th grade Ravens - Tuesday, Aug. 8th  5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

7th grade Endeavor - Tuesday, Aug. 8th 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

8th grade NEW students (never attended Cherokee for 6th or 7th grade) - Wednesday, Aug. 9th 4:30 in library

8th grade returning students (attended Cherokee in 7th) - Wednesday, Aug. 9th 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. for Schedule pick up. No orientation for returning students.

5. Explore (aka Summer School) - Make your mark at Explore!

There is still plenty of time to enroll!

This summer,  Explore will offer students eight weeks of exciting opportunities to pursue their unique interests and passions. Each day will be packed with engaging, relevant and personal learning opportunities, enriched by integrated technology, exciting field experiences and hands-on activities.

Artworks will also be offered free at two locations, plus students can choose to stay all day to enrich their experience. Here is the guide for more information.

There will be two sessions of Explore. Session I could start as early as May 30, depending on the actual last day of the regular school year. The last day of Session I will be June 28. Session II will be held July 5-July 28.

Free transportation will be offered for eligible students and free breakfast and lunch will be served daily at every school.

*Middle school students, students in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade for the 17 - 18 school year, will attend classes Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration for middle school is open and the pocket guide is HERE. Carver is considered our home school for summer.

*8th graders going to high school in 17 - 18 your Field Guide is HERE and students may register for classes now. Hurry as high school classes close quickly.

Register for Explore classes at explore.spsk12.org

6. Already registered for Explore? - Print your schedules, permission slip forms, and other documents HERE.

7. Last day of school - Monday, May 22nd. Cherokee will dismiss at 12:45 p.m. on Monday, May 22nd.

8. Report Cards - The final report card of the year will be available online after May 25, 2017. You can access it via eSchool Home Access Center. If you need your password please call the main office at 523-7200.

9. End of Year Honor Assemblies - Teachers will begin reaching out to families of students who are expected to receive some type of honor. If you do receive notification we would love to have you join in the celebration.

7th grade will be held on Monday, May 22nd at 8 a.m.

8th grade will be held on Monday, May 22nd at 9:45 a.m.

10. Summer Camps & Open Gym galore - Check our daily announcements and website for specifics. We are updating on a daily basis.

11. Fall Sports season dates - FOOTBALL – AUGUST 14 TO OCTOBER 19
GIRL’S VOLLEYBALL – AUGUST 14 TO OCTOBER 11
CROSS COUNTRY – AUGUST 14 TO OCTOBER 14

12. Yearbooks - We have 5 yearbooks remaining. They are $18.

Have a great summer!

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

Have a great week and as always #GoIndians

Dr. Bill Powers

Principal

Cherokee Middle School

420 E. Farm Road 182

Springfield, MO 65810

Ph: 417-523-7210

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