Dear CSAMS Families,
CSA District has always celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day as "A Day On, Not a Day Off." Every year we work with our students to honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging in meaningful learning and service activities that reflect his values of equality, justice, and community service. Instead of taking the day off, our students participate in lessons, discussions, and projects that explore Dr. King’s impact and the ongoing importance of his work. By spending this day actively learning and contributing to others, we aim to instill in our students a deeper understanding of the significance of Dr. King's message, and inspire them to support those in need in our community. Although we are a few weeks late this year, due to inclement weather school closings, yesterday was a great day to be a CSAMS student and staff member.
Motivated by Dr. King’s timeless words, "The time is always right to do what is right," yesterday, CSAMS hosted its 4th Annual Day of Service. Embodying his vision of a kinder, more compassionate world, this day served as a meaningful opportunity for our school community to come together to make a positive impact. Our day started with our special keynote speaker, Marv Fox, who set the stage for our purposeful day of giving. Through their collective endeavor, students supported their community through participating in school service projects and off campus excursions. Organizations such as the Howell Nature Center, Independence Village and National Children's Hospital will benefit from the meaningful work CSAMS students accomplished today. Some students also spent time giving back to their school community through building beautification initiatives, assisting teachers at the elementary school and working on our middle school Beluga Ball project.
Events such as this remind us how important it is to have big hearts, strong minds and aligned purposes, and this year's "Day On" is a true testament to that sentiment. The generosity and genuine desire to help others is one of the developmental characteristics of middle school students I appreciate the most, and one of the many reasons I feel so fortunate to work in a school district that supports whole child development. Thank you for your partnership in reinforcing the importance of kindness, optimism and giving back in the hearts and minds of our students.
In partnership with you,
Dina M Barnaby
Looking to give back to those who give so much to our students? Parent Council could use your help to "Stock the Shelves" in the staff lunch areas at our three campuses! Our CSA District staff work some long hours to be the best they can be for our children. Let's show them how much we appreciate them. Click below to donate financially to the "Stock the Shelves" cause and Parent Council will purchase the goods (Staff have a wishlist that Parent Council work off of).
Let's rally together to show our teachers some love!
We are excited to announce our second Activity Night on Thursday, February 12th, directly after school! The Winter Glow Activity Night is a neon theme fun event that gives our students the opportunity to spend time together after school enjoying music, food, games, and more!
Students attending activity night can bring their brightest Neon outfit to change into after school. More information will be coming soon!
We need a lot of volunteers at our CSAMS and CSPA home games! The expectation is that all basketball players and all cheerleaders are represented by a volunteer during the season. Volunteers do not need to be parents. Feel free to recruit friends, grandparents or other family members, ESPECIALLY STUDENTS WHO NEED SERVICE HOURS.
-Typically all positions allow you to watch the game while working
-Training is provided when necessary
-Free admission and discounted concession food for volunteers
Sign up links are provided below. Please reach out to Heather Fuchs (Home Game Volunteer Coordinator & Concessions Manager with any questions: thnxb2god9@gmail.com.
Click HERE for CSAMS Volunteer Games Signup
Click HERE for CSPA Volunteer Games Signup
Our CSA District Libraries are run by our devoted parent volunteers and it's a volunteer opportunity that is wonderful for interacting with our students. We are currently in need of volunteers so that all of our library class times are covered. Training is provided. We still need volunteers at CSAMS on Friday from 9:00am - 12:30pm.
Click HERE if interested in volunteering opportunities.
