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January 2021 CMS School Counseling Newsletter
Spring Enrichment Activities
Each month this school year, we are excited to offer enrichment activities for students and families. Our January project is Reading and is open to all community members. Post a picture to social media with your favorite (school appropriate) book! Use #cucpsreads and #iamcucps so that we can all see your posts. You can also email pictures to me.
Self Care
It has been a very different start to the school year and it’s perfectly natural to be feeling stressed and overwhelmed. So especially in the midst of that craziness, it’s important to prioritize your own mental health. The Self Care tab of the school counselor website has tips for how you can do that. I also include ideas for self care each month in this newsletter. You can find previous newsletters on the CMS counseling webpage. Here are some of the ways I’ve been focusing on taking care of myself recently:
Baking cookies
Horseback riding
Watching movies
New haircut
Getting at least 8 hours of sleep
Playing board games
Career Development
Our goal is to prepare students to be college or career ready when they graduate. So we are continuing our focus on the 5 C’s: communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and citizenship.
Our 5th Grade Career Exploration Unit got to meet virtual guests from a variety of careers including agriculture, robotics, criminal justice, photography, and education. We also enjoyed watching episodes of One Day at Disney available through Disney Plus.
Social Emotional Learning
Our students have been studying empathy, respect, bullying prevention, gratitude, & citizenship. In January, we will be focusing on Healthy Relationships.
Please contact me to have your student participate in Mindfulness or Girls group.
Contact:
Emily Ellinghausen, School Counselor
(804)492-4212
eellinghausen@cucps.k12.va.us
CMS Counseling Website
Twitter: @EEllinghausen
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Learning! Learning! Learning!
Cumberland FFA students didn't let a little rain stop them from putting the roof on the chicken run. We have such dedicated and helpful FFA members and family. Thank you to Mr. Fleenor, students, and others! Now we just need chickens!
Way to go, Ms. Garrett! The following was shared by the Commonwealth Learning Partnership! Good morning! We hope you're enjoying the holiday season. Please join us in celebrating another fantastic #EducatorHero: @kmgarrett14 from @CuCPS! Read below how Kathryn has exemplified what it means to be a #Virginia #EducatorHero. Thank you for your hard work!
Today Ms. Garrett and the school nutrition team celebrated the retirement of Ms. Diane Brown! Congratulations, Ms. Brown! #iamcucps
More pictures from the CMS Holiday Drive-Thru
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KwSdyQEACdZMQvJKsCDR_H9-BJ-qLhJl?usp=sharing
Good Evening! The official schedules for both middle and high school winter sports have now been posted. They can be found on the school website in addition to the athletics website. All game dates and times are subject to change.
This year due to restrictions put in place by the Virginia High School League and the Governor's Office, Cumberland High School and Middle School will not be allowing spectators at any home games during the winter season. The Athletics Department is working with the Technology Department and School Administration to set up a live stream of all home events. Once more information is available we will let you know.
As a reminder, all students wishing to participate in sports must have a physical and concussion form on file dated after May 1, 2020.
Please reach out to Coach Nowak with any questions, comments or concerns.
Our own holiday elf says winter break is here! We hope you and your family have peaceful and relaxing holiday season! We will see you in 2021! Stay safe!
Food Distribution will take place tomorrow, Friday, December 18, 2020, from 10:00 am until Noon at our three locations as well as delivery! We hope to see you there! #iamcucps
Beautiful trees by Pre-Kindergarten!
Thanks for sharing, Ms. McCutcheon! CuCPS students always help bring a smile to your face! This sweet 4 year old artist knows the importance of wearing a mask. Even Rudolph and Clarice wear one to keep their loved ones healthy and safe! #ccesdukes #iamcucps
Due to wether, there will be no sports practices or conditioning today, Thursday, December 17, 2020.
Additionally, the high school wrestling hydration test has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at 11:00. ALL high school wrestlers must attend this testing in order to participate this season.
If you have questions or concerns please contact Coach Nowak.
Good Evening! Due to the projected temperatures and potential for icy roads, all students will have a remote learning day on Thursday, December 17, 2020. No in person instruction will take place. There will be no scheduled classes for any students; however, teachers will have office hours through phone calls, email, or Google Meets from 9:00 am until 2:30 pm. Please reach out to your teachers if you need assistance. This is a great opportunity for students to continue to complete assignments for this semester.
Also, winter break officially begins for students on Friday, December 18, 2020, at Noon. Thank you and stay safe.
Due to today being a virtual day for students and staff and looking out for the safety and well-being of students, parents, and staff members, there will be no athletic practices or conditioning today, Wednesday, December 16, 2020.
As a reminder, all student athletes need to have both a physical form and concussion form turned in before being allowed to participate.
Due to the weather forecast, all students will have a remote learning day on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. No in person instruction will take place. This is a great opportunity for students to continue to complete assignments for this semester. Teachers will be available for office hours through phone calls, emails, or Google Meets to assist with questions and provide assistance as needed.
Office hours for teachers will be held from 9:00 am until 2:30 pm.
CHS Door Decorations! Creative and Welcoming!
CMS Holiday Event - tonight, from 5-7 PM. The evening will include the display of themed trees created by the students & teachers of each grade & music from our band. There will be an opportunity for all families to get a free family picture, via our drive-thru photo display.
