MME testing
All juniors are required to take the Michigan Merit Exam.  This is a three part exam that includes:  The ACT on Day 1, the Work Keys Exam on Day 2, and the Michigan Math, ELA, Science and Social Studies Exams on Day 3.  The rules for administering these exams are of the highest standards and must be followed without exception.

 General Testing Rules:

• All students must be in their assigned testing site by 8:25 a.m.  Doors open for testers at 8:15 a.m.
• All students must have some form of picture I.D.  (School I.D., Drivers License or State I.D.)
• No Electronic Devices are allowed in the testing area.  This includes but not limited to:  Cell Phones, I-Pods, MP3 Players, Computers, etc.
• Students are not to bring approved calculators.  The school will furnish students TI84-Plus Calculators.
• No coats or wraps are allowed in the test site.

Testing Schedule:

Day 1               Tuesday, March 9                   8:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Dismissal

Day 2               Wednesday, March 10             8:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Dismissal

Day 3               Thursday, March 11                8:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Dismissal

 ·      There is no school for 9^th, 10^th and 12^th grade students on March 9th, 10th and 11^th, 2010 due to testing.

 LSCO:
The March LSCO Meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.  The meeting will be held in the Blue Room.  Parents may enter the building through the blue doors in the teachers parking lot.

 Progress Reports:
Progress Reports that were not picked up by parents during last Thursday’s Parent Teacher Conferences will be distributed to students on Monday, March 8, 2010.

 Daylight – Savings Time Coming Soon:
REMEMBER TO SET YOUR CLOCKS AHEAD ONE HOUR ON SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2010, for Daylight – Savings Time.  We’ll lose a little sleep in the morning, but gain additional sunlight in the evening.

 National Honor Society:
The National Honor Society Informational Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 8, 2010, 7^th hr. in the Library has been cancelled.  Students in need of application should pick them up in the main office.  Remember deadline for completed applications is Monday, March 15, 2010.

Important Dates in March

Monday, March 8                      -           Senior Cap and Gown Measurements

Tues., Wed. and Thurs, March 9-11       ACT/MME Testing for CMA Juniors and Selected Seniors.

                                                            March 9 – ACT Exam

                                                            March 10 – ACT Work Keys

                                                            March 11 – Michigan MME

                                                            No School for Non Testers      

Wednesday, March 17               -           LSCO Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

Tues., and Wed. March 23-24    -           No School for Students - Citywide Professional

                                                            Development.

           -                      ACT/MME Make Up

Tues. March 23 – ACT

Wed. March 24 – ACT – Work Keys

(Only juniors and selected seniors, who did not take the exams on March 9-11, are to attend.

Thursday, March 25                  -           Full Day of School for all students MME Make Up.

Parent Teacher Conferences and Progress Report Distribution:
CMA will be hosting its third date of Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  During these conferences parents may pick up their child’s progress report.  Progress reports will only be given to parents on Thursday.  Progress Reports that are not picked up on Thursday will be distributed on Monday, March 10, 2010.

 MME/ACT Exams coming soon:
All juniors will be taking the state required MME/ACT Exams on March 9, 10 and 11.  During this test no other students will be permitted in the building.  All juniors are expected to follow the test schedule for all three days of testing.  Testing schedules will be mailed to each junior.  These tests will have a direct effect on the school’s A.Y.P. status and each individual student’s college entry opportunities. 

 National Honors Society Recruitment:
10^th, 11^th and 12^th grade students who are interested in joining the CMA National Honors Society should see Ms. Powers for an application and eligible form, during the 7^th hour.  All applications are due to Ms. Powers by Monday, March 15, 2010.  The following are the criteria for the CMA National Honor Society:

• Students must be in the 10^th, 11^th or 12^th grade.
• Students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.3.
• Students must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to school and community service.
• Students must consistently exhibit good academic and behavioral judgement.

 CMA Students Bound for U of M:
Congratulations to the following CMA students who will be attending the University of Michigan in the fall:  Robert Ewell, Jeranique Jernigan, Robin Paul and Mishka Petty.

 Remember: 

Read for 35

 ACT Prep Course through Wayne State University:
Wayne State University will be offering free ACT Prep Course starting April 13, 2010.  The course includes:  Exam strategies, ACT overview, Mock Exams, Analysis students strengths and weaknesses and ACT homework.  Students will be expected to attend all sessions.  The course is open to all students who have taken or are taking Geometry.  However, each school will be limited to the number of students who may attend (the number was not given).  A limited number of information sheets will be located in the Counseling Center.  Information can also be obtained by emailing kbw@chem.wayne.edu or call Ms. Norman at (313)577-2553.

Important Dates in March
Wednesday, March 3                 -           12^th Grade Assembly @ 9:00 a.m. in the lunchroom

Thursday, March 4                    -           Parent Teacher Conference from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

           -                       Progress Report Distribution during Parent Conferences

Monday, March 8                      -           Senior Cap and Gown Measurements

Tues., Wed. and Thurs, March 9-11       ACT/MME Testing for CMA Juniors and Selected Seniors.

                                                            March 9 – ACT Exam

                                                            March 10 – ACT Work Keys

                                                            March 11 – Michigan MME

                                                            No School for Non Testers      

Wednesday, March 17               -           LSCO Meeting @ 6:00 p.m.

Tues., and Wed. March 23-24    -           No School for Students - Citywide Professional

                                                            Development.

           -                      ACT/MME Make Up

Tues. March 23 – ACT

Wed. March 24 – ACT – Work Keys

(Only juniors and selected seniors, who did not take the exams on March 9-11, are to attend.

Thursday, March 25                  -           Full Day of School for all students MME Make Up.

Athletics: 
Basketball – The Lady Pharaohs will start district play tonight at Livonia Clarenceville (on Middlebelt between 7 & 8 Mile) at 7:30 p.m.  The ladies will face Detroit Community in the first round of the playoffs.  MHSAA District games are scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, and the championship will be Friday.  You must win to stay in the playoffs.  The boys’ basketball team will close out their home season with Central on Tuesday at 4:00.  Advance tickets will be $3.00 (CMA students only with I.D.) and $5.00 at the door.

 Salute to Seniors – All CMA Senior Athletes from the fall and winter sports will be honored at the game along with their parents.  Tuesday game will be “Senior Day”.  A small reception will follow the game for senior athletes, parents, staff and administrators.  The seniors also chose to honor Breast Cancer Survivors as well.  Please come out and salute our seniors for their last home game.

 Spring Sports Conditioning – All students are still welcome to participate in the spring sports conditioning programs.  In order to participate, each student must have a physical on file in the Athletic Office for the 2009-2010 school year.  You must also have a 2.0 G.P.A. from the January 2010 cardmarking.  All transfer students must see Ms. Turner for clearance.

 After School Incidents Unbecoming of an Athlete – Any student involved in any illegal activity will forfeit his or her athletic season.  Any athlete involved in a fight during an athletic contest will also forfeit his or her athletic season.  Depending on the incident itself, it may also cost the team that they play on their season as well.  We are not all going to agree on everything.  We are all not going to see the same situation in the same manner.  Let’s agree to disagree and move on.  Fighting is not worth your whole season, nor is it worth the season of your teammates.

 Athletic Eligibility Audit – All DPS School Athletic Departments will be going through an Eligibility Audit.  Additional forms will be sent home with each child participating in a winter or spring sport.  The packet must be completed in order for each child to participate.  Additional information will be sent as soon as the packet is completely assembled.  This is a district mandate.

Read our Parent Teacher Student Compact here

Fire Drill Dismissal:
There will be a fire drill dismissal on Friday, February 26, 2010 at 1:45 p.m. Hours for the day are 6, 1, 3, 4, 5 and 2.

Snowcoming Dance Cancelled:
We regret to inform our students that our Snowcoming Dance scheduled for Friday, February 26, 2010 has been cancelled.  The cancellation has to do with the District’s Contract and Procurement Department.  The cancellation is not a reflection of any student behavioral circumstance.  We are working on another student activity to replace the dance.

 Haiti Donations:
CMA is happy to report that the CMA community raised a total of $1,278.75 in one day for the victims of the earthquakes in Haiti.  We’d like to thank all of the students, staff and parents who participated.  Special thanks goes to Officer Miller and Robinson, Ms. Gillis and students Kevin Sanders, Cherish Henry, Jailah Emerson, Alexis Thompson and Caryn Banks.  A check for the total amount will be sent to the American Red Cross-Haiti Fund today.

 Parent Teacher Conferences – March 4, 2010:
CMA will host its third set of parent conferences on Thursday, March 4, 2010.  These conferences will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 LSCO:
The February LSCO Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.  Parents may enter the building using the double blue doors in the teachers parking lot.

 Junior ACT Prep Session:
The CMA Counseling Department will be hosting an ACT Prep Session on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. in the CMA lunchroom.  This meeting is for CMA juniors and their parents.  Attendance notices were given out by Ms. Smith during the week of February 8, 2010.  Those notices should be returned to Ms. Smith as soon as possible.

 Counseling Center Closed Friday Afternoon:
Due to a districtwide counselors meeting, the Counseling Center will be closed from 11:30 a.m. to the end of the school day on Friday, February 26, 2010.

  Counselors Section:

 Opportunities:
       ·         Central MI University Leadership Camp

·         U of M Club of Greater Detroit LEAD Scholarship – See Mrs. Brown

·         Olive Tree Foundation Scholarship for those seeking an American Overseas experience – See Spanish Teachers

·         Kohls Care Kids Scholarship 

·         AKA Sorority, PiTau Omega Chapter Scholarship for students with 2.5 or higher

·         Rosa Parks Scholarship

·         Build A Bear Huggable Heroes Scholarship Program for students who volunteer

·         Vision Fair Foundations Scholarship 2.8 GPA or higher

 Detroit Medical Center Summer Internship:
The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is offering a summer internship for current juniors who are interested in going into the health care field.  The internship pays $10.00 per hour.  Applications for the 2010 Project Genesis Internship can be obtained from Ms. Smith.

 Students Arriving to School Too Early
Students who arrive to school prior to the start of the breakfast program (7:00 a.m.) may not enter the building.  Prior to 7:00 a.m. there is no one to supervise students.  The custodial staff nor the engineer can not be responsible for student supervision in the morning prior to 7:00 a.m.

 Haiti Relief Fundraiser
We’d like to thank all of the CMA students, staff members and parents who participated in our Haiti Fundraiser today.  The money raised will help so many people who are in really bad circumstances.  Students and parents are reminded that free dress was for today only!  All CMA students are expected to be in the CMA dress code tomorrow.

  “READ FOR 35” 

 Snowcoming Dance Tickets
Tickets for the Friday, February 26, 2010, Snowcoming Dance go on sale Monday, February 22, 2010.  The dance will be held at the Karas House located on Plymouth Rd. just East of Telegraph Rd., from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.  Tickets are $25.00.  This is a casual dress dance.  Students will be allowed to wear jeans and gym shoes.  However, students will not be allowed to wear revealing clothing and the finger tip rule will be in effect.  Students may bring outside guest.  All guests must be approved before a ticket is purchased for them.

 Verizon – Black History Month Essay Contest
Verizon Wireless is sponsoring an opportunity to win scholarships up to $5,000 through a Black History Month Essay Contest.  Informational handouts are located in the Counseling Center and in the main office lobby.  Students may also visit uncf.org for more information.

 Detroit Summer Youth Employment Program:
CMA has been given a very limited number of Pre-Applications for the Detroit Summer Youth Employment Program.  These pre-applications are for Detroit residents between the ages of 14 to 21 who meet the low income requirement.  The pre applications can not be duplicated.  The pre-applications will be available in the main office after school on a first come, first serve basis.

 Bus Cards
There are still a small number of students who have not received their free bus cards.  Free bus cards that are not given out by the end of the week, must go back to the Office of Student Transportation.  The only students who are eligible to receive a free bus card are students who attended CMA during the first semester and received a free bus card.

 LSCO:
The February LSCO Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the Blue Room.  Parents may enter the building through the double blue doors in the teachers parking lot.

 Winter Break – February 15 – 19:
All Detroit Public Schools will be closed at the end of the day on Friday, February 12 and remain closed through February 19, 2010, for Winter Break.  All schools will reopen on Monday, February 22, 2010.

 Ballroom Dance Club:
Students who are interested in participating in a Ballroom Dance Club should meet with Mr. Johnson in Room 209 on Friday at 2:30 p.m.  The club will meet on the 2^nd and 4^th Fridays of each month from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 Counselors Section:

Seniors – Students who are interested in an On-Site Interview for Ferris State University must apply on line and see Ms. Smith by Friday, February 12, 2010.

 Opportunities:

• National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers Scholarship for engineering technology or business majors (3.0 or higher)
• Ronald D. and Regina C. McNeil Foundation Scholarship (www.mcneilfoundation.org)
• Wayne County Vision Fund Scholarship (3.0 or higher)
• Alpha Kappa Alpha Scholarship (3.5 or higher)
• Community Caring Program at (www.communitycaring.org)
• AES Engineers Scholarship at aesengineers.com/scholarships.php (for any students)
• Central MI University annual Leadership Camp for CMU applicants.  See Mrs. Brown.
• Schureman Scholarship for students who have lost fathers at www.cfsem.org

 Juniors Only:

Free ACT Prep – RSVP (734) 432-5317 www.madonna.edu

 Athletics
Basketball – The Girls’ Basketball Team took a disappointing loss to Western last Tuesday at home.  They then took a forfeit from City to gain second place in the Southwest Conference for a playoff spot in the PSL Playoffs.  The Lady Pharaohs will face King at Central today at 4:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5.00 at the door.  The Boys’ Basketball team took two disappointing loses last week to Western and to City.  By suffering loses last week, they boys were eliminated from the PSL Playoffs.

 *PSL Playoffs, crossover games and state tournament games for basketball will be announced at a later time.

 Athletes and parents please remember the rule regarding athletic participation and attendance.  An athlete must attend a minimum of 3 full classes or ½ of a school day to attend a practice or a game.  Remember you are student athletes.

 Spring Sport Schedule:

Baseball – Mon. & Wed. 2:15 – 3:15

Boys’ Golf – Wed. & Fri. 2:15 – 3:15

Girls’ Volleyball – Tues. & Thurs. 2:15 – 3:15

Softball – Mon. – Fri. 3:30 – 5:30

Boys & Girls Track – Mon., Wed., & Thurs. 3:30 – 5:30

Please remember that you must have a physical on file in the athletic office before you can practice.  You must have passed at least 4 classes from the January card marking and maintained at least a 2.0 from the card marking as well.  Transfer students please see Ms. Turner for eligibility clarity.

Bus Cards:
The district has released free student bus cards.  However, free bus cards will only be issued to students who received bus cards during the first semester and were CMA students at that time.  Bus cards will be distributed during students lunch periods and after school.

 Ballroom Dance Club:
Student Teacher, Mr. Johnson is interested in starting a Ballroom Dance Club.  The Club would be primarily for seniors.  However, other grade levels are welcome.  Days and times for this activity will be posted on the student message board during the week.

 Student I.D. Cards:
The hopeful timeline for those students who took pictures for picture I.D. cards is that I.D. cards will be ready for distribution late this week or early next week.

 Free or Reduced Lunch Forms for selected students:
Those students who names are displayed to see Mrs. Odom, should see her as soon as possible to receive a free or reduced lunch application.  The applications are important beyond a free or reduced lunch.  In order for students to receive bus cards, free tuition for summer school, etc., they must have a free or reduced lunch application on file to determine their eligibility

 Haiti Earthquake Relief Donation Day:
On Monday, February 8, 2010 CMA will have a series of fundraising activities for the victims of the Earthquakes in Haiti. All of the proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross.  The following are the activities for the day:

1.      Student Relaxed Dress - $2.00 (Students may wear jeans, however students may not   

wear revealing or distasteful garments.  The finger tip rule will still be in effect for

girls).

2.      Get out of Detention - $1.00.

3.      Afterschool Pizza Sale in Mrs. Gillis Room - $3.00.

4.      Lunch time Bake Sale.

5.      Afterschool Car donations.

 Parents who would like to donate to the lunchtime bake sale, may donate pre packaged bake goods.  If possible bake goods should be delivered to the building prior to 9:00 a.m.

  At Home Reading Slogan:
CMA will use the slogan “Read for 35” as our reminder to students and parents to read for 35 minutes at home each day.

  Academic Assistance:
Letters from the principal went out last week to students who are facing some academic challenges.  At CMA we want all of our students to be successful academically.  Below are a few strategies that may assist not just students who are struggling academically, but all students who may need assistance from time to time.

          1.      Don’t be afraid to ask for help (ask for help as soon as you need it, don’t wait).

2.      If needed, speak with your teachers after school to clarify any questions or concerns you may have.

3.      Use the after school tutorial services.

4.      Ask other students for help.

5.      Use other resources.  For example, educational websites, the library, technology and read read read.

6.      If you failed a class, plan to go to summer school.

Remember at CMA our Major Focus, Goal, Mission, and Vision is:  Increase Student Learning and Academic Achievement.

Important Dates in February:
 Monday, February 8                  -           Haiti Fundraiser Day-                      Valentine Picture Day 

Wednesday, February 10           -           Count Day

February 15-19                          -           No School – Winter Break

Wednesday, February 24           -           LSCO Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Friday, February 26                   -           Snowcoming Dance – Karas House

                                                -           Fire Drill Dismissal 1:45 p.m.

Wayne State University Math Corps:  Is now accepting applications for its six-week Summer Camp and High School Bridge Program.  All students attending a public school in Detroit and who will be entering grades 7 through 12 in the Fall of 2010 are eligible to apply for these tuition-free programs.  The programs, which will run from July 6 through August 13, are designed to provide students with both basic and advanced mathematics in a dynamic, fun, college environment.  All selected participants receive school supplies, a calculator, bus tickets, a light breakfast daily, lunch every Thursday and a Math Corps t-shirt.  High school students selected will be hired to work as Teaching Assistants and receive a stipend.  For an information/application packet, see (your school contact) or visit our website, www.mathcorps.org.

 Athletics (Basketball) – The Girls’ Basketball gained two victories in conference play with wins over Southwestern and DIA.  Senior Montoya Tyner lead the Pharaohs to victory with 13 points on Tuesday and Sophmore Beatrice Kiel lead the Pharaohs on Friday with 14 points.

 Senior Mitchell Small lead the Pharaohs on Tuesday with 33 points in a victory over Southwestern.  On Friday the Pharaohs lost to rival Fredrick Douglas. Both teams will be at home on Tuesday against Western and away Friday at City.  All games will start at 4:00 p.m.

 Transportation – Parents and Athletes please remember that all athletes must ride the bus to and from any athletic event (this includes games, camps, viewing athletic contests, etc.)

 Preseason Conditioning Practice Schedule:

Boys’ Baseball – Mon. & Wed. 2:15 – 3:30 (Gym)

Girls’ and Boys’ Track & Field – Mon., Wed. & Thurs. 3:30 – 5:30 (Weight Room)

Girls’ Volleyball – Tues. & Thurs. 2:15 – 3:20 (Gym)

Boys’ Golf – Wed. & Fri 2:15 – 3:30 (Gym)

All students must have a physical on file in the Athletic Office and you must have a 2.0 with at least 4 out of the six classes passed to be eligible.

*Any student participating in an athletic practice or conditioning must be in study hall in the lunchroom from 2:10 – 3:30. 

Student Safety:
It has come to our attention that two young ladies (non-CMA students) were approached by several males in a car.  One young lady was walking and the other was at the bus stop.  The incident happened on Grand River near the school between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.  We ask that parents and students be aware of their surroundings coming and going to school.

 On Friday, at dismissal there was a car accident in front of the building.  The accident was not serious.  However, we’re asking that parents please practice safe driving.  Do not try to make u-turns, speed or double park during dismissal or at the start of school.  Watch out for students and other drivers.

 Picture I.D. Cards:
Those students who are currently using temporary I.D.’s will have the opportunity to take picture I.D.’s on Tuesday, January 26, 2010.  You must have your temporary I.D. with you in order to get a new picture I.D.

 Reading Material Appropriate for School:
One of the schoolwide reading strategies is an opportunity for sustained reading.  In some classes students may bring in their own reading materials.  We ask that any reading material brought in is appropriate for school.  We ask student’s not to bring explicit reading material to school for sustained reading.

 Remember our reading strategy for home:  Read for at least 35 minutes per day everyday at home.  

 Dress Code:
Boys wearing zip up sweaters must have on collared shirts underneath the sweater and their shirts tucked in.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.  Also, we remind parents and students that coats may not be worn in class.  Finally, sweaters worn in school must be solid in color and must be purple, black or white.

 Textbook Issues:
We still have students who have not received report cards due to textbook issues.  Payment for the textbook or returning the textbook issued to the student are the only solutions to textbook issues.

 Fundraiser for Haiti:
On Monday, February 8, 2010 CMA will have a CMA Community Fundraiser.  All of the proceeds will go to the American Red Cross for the victims of the terrible Earthquakes in Haiti.  Some of the suggested activities for the day are:

                                    Relaxed dress for students       -  $2.00

                                    Get Out of Detention                -  $1.00

                                    Bake Sales                               -  $ .50 - $ 1.00

Accolades to CMA Honor Roll Students:
149 CMA students will receive “Honor Roll” letter from the Principal, for achieving grade point averages of 3.0 or higher during the first semester.  CMA also had over 75 students just miss being honor students by earning grade point averages of 2.83 (missing the honor roll by 1 grade).  Congratulations again to our “Honor Roll Students”, keep up the good work.  And for those students who just missed being honor roll students, keep working hard and get to that next level.

 CMA Student Government:
There will be a very important meeting of the CMA Student Government.  The meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 2:07 p.m. in Room 211.  The meeting is regarding the Michigan Youth in Government Conference in Lansing.

 Many Probationary Students Do Well First Semester:
Through hard work and effort many of the students on academic probation did improve their academic status.  They may not have reached their academic goals yet, but they are making great efforts.  We look for these students to continue to improve in their academic endeavors.  Keep up the hard work.

 Counselors Section:
Opportunities:

·         U of M Applications Preparation Workshop.

·         Metro Detroit Chapter of NOBLE for students attending a 4 year college.

·         Michigan State Troopers Assistance Fund Scholarship.

·         Emma L. Bowen Foundations paid work study program for Media students.

·         U of M Club of Greater Detroit LEAD Scholars Program.

·         Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship Program.

·         Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship.

·         Wayne County Vision Fund.

·         Eastern MI Alumni Association Scholarship for children and grandchildren of EMU Alumni.

·         NALS of MI Tuition and Book Scholarship.

·         Engineering Scholarship from Michigan Society of Professional Engineers.

·         Coleman A. Young Foundation Scholars Program Scholarship.

·         American Federation of Teachers Scholarship.

·         Lawrence Tech Deans Brunch February 27.

 Friday, January 29, 2010 @ 9:00 a.m. – U of M Representative Tyrone Winfrey to meet with students who have completed applications for U of M.  Application Fee will be waived.  

CMA Welcomes New Physics Teacher:
CMA would like to welcome our new Physics Teacher, Dr. S. Ward.  Dr. Ward comes to us with teaching experience from Central, Cass Tech and Renaissance High Schools.  His expertise is in science and teaching with technology.

 Students Without Proper Immunization:
The State of Michigan mandates that all students attending K-12 schools must have evidence of current immunization records.  Without proper immunization records students are not allowed to attend school.  Currently CMA has several students who are not in compliance with this state mandate.  These students will not be allowed to attend any classes until this matter is resolved.  Parents if you received a letter from the school and/or the counselor or principal has spoken to your child regarding the lack of immunization documentation, please get the information to the school as soon as possible, by state law we cannot allow these students in school.

 LSCO:
The January LSCO meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., in the Blue Room.  Parents may enter the building through the double blue doors of the teacher’s parking lot.

 Textbook Return:
Parents and students are reminded that school issued textbooks must be returned or paid for prior to students receiving a report card.  Letters went home to parents last week informing them that specific textbooks were not returned.  Also be reminded that students’ academic records are placed on “hold” until textbook issues are resolved.

 School 7:30 a.m. start Time Remains the Same

 WCCD Classes:
Wayne County Community College District will offer a Computer Information Systems class for the next semester.  Applications for the class can be obtained in the main office.  The cost for this 3 hour college credit class is only $50 plus the cost of the book.  The class is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 Textbook Return:
Parents and students are reminded that school issued textbooks must be returned or paid for prior to students receiving a report card.  Letters went home to parents last week informing them that specific textbooks were not returned.  Also be reminded that students’ academic records are placed on “hold” until textbook issues are resolved.

 Breakfast in the morning at CMA:
All students are invited to have breakfast in the CMA lunchroom each morning from 7:00 a.m. to 7:20 a.m.  Students engaging in the breakfast program may enter the lunchroom through the double glass doors in the teacher’s parking lot.  These students must also re-enter the building for school through the St. Marys entrance and go through the metal detectors.
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 Athletics

Basketball: The Boys’ Basketball Team got back on their winning ways by defeating Western last Tuesday 52-51.  Mitchell Small lead the Pharaohs with 17 points.  Thursday the Pharaohs came up a little short to longtime rival Renaissance 75-60.  Our young men will face Detroit City at CMA on Tuesday and Cass Tech @ Cass on Friday.  The Lady Pharaohs lost to Western 53-51 for their first conference lost last Tuesday, Orlecia Houston lead the Pharaohs with 20 points.  The Lady Pharaohs hope to bounce back at home on Tuesday against Detroit City.  The Lady Pharaohs will then face Cass Tech Friday at Cass around 5:30.

*All games will start at 4:00 p.m.

Spring Sports:  (Boys’ Track & Field, Girls’ Track & Field, Boys’ Golf, Boys’ Baseball & Girls’ Softball) All Spring Sports will be starting conditioning next Monday.  All students must have a 2.0 on the January cardmarking and have passed 4 out of 6 classes (including Freshmen).  You must also have a physical on file for this school year in the athletic office.  Before you can participate in any form of conditioning.

 Study Hall:  Any athlete practicing must attend study hall in the lunchroom from 2:15 – 3:30.  There will be no exceptions.

 Spring Sport Meetings:

Girls’ Track & Field – Thursday @ 2:15 in the lunchroom.

Boys’ Baseball – TBA

Girls’ Softball – Thursday @ 2:15 in the lunchroom.

Boys’ Track & Field – TBA

Boys’ Golf – TBA

*Girls’ Volleyball will start their pre-season conditioning program.  Also there will be a brief meeting Thursday @ 2:15 in the lunchroom.  Detroit Public Schools are in drug and alcohol free zones.

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Counselors Section:

Opportunities:

·         Lawrence Tech – Deans Brunch and College Visit February 27, 2010.

·         American Federation of Teachers

·         Coleman A. Young Scholars Program Scholarship

·         Michigan Society of Professionals Engineers Scholarship

·         Bank of American 2010 Excellence Initiative Program Student Leader Internship for 11^th  and 12^th Graders.

·         Youth Service America Grant Opportunity

Report Card Distribution:
Report Cards will be given to students on Thursday, January 14, 2010, during the sixth hour.

 No School Professional Development:
There will be no school for students on Friday, January 15, 2010 due to the district wide Professional Development Day. 

Fire Drill Dismissal:
There will be a fire drill dismissal on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 1:45 p.m., hours 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

 Martin Luther King Day:
School will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2010 in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  School will reopen on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 for the start of the new semester.

 LSCO:
The January LSCO meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., in the Blue Room.  Parents may enter the building through the double blue doors of the teacher’s parking lot.

 Textbook Return:
Parents and students are reminded that school issued textbooks must be returned or paid for prior to students receiving a report card.  Letters went home to parents last week informing them that specific textbooks were not returned.  Also be reminded that students’ academic records are placed on “hold” until textbook issues are resolved.

Breakfast in the Morning at CMA:
All students are invited to have breakfast in the CMA lunchroom each morning from 7:00 a.m. to 7:20 a.m.  Students engaging in the breakfast program may enter the lunchroom through the double glass doors in the teacher’s parking lot.  These students must also re-enter the building for school through the St. Marys entrance and go through the metal detectors.

 Seniors Organize and Ran the H1N1 Vaccination Session:
Accolades to the following members of the senior class who were part of the committee that organized and ran the H1N1 Vaccination Session on Thursday, January 7, 2010:  Shantel Cullors, Christian Catchings, Dominique Adams, Edward Patterson and a special thanks to Laneer Turner, who was the H1N1 Vaccination Coordinator 

Remember – READ, READ, AND READ SOME MORE:
Parents and students are reminded to engage in sustain reading for a minimum of 35 minutes a day at home.  We know this will assist in strengthen our student reading capacities.  Remember reading skills are the foundations for our number goal:  Student Learning.

 PSAT:
Last week CMA 10^th and 11^th graders who took the PSAT received their results.  The following is a summary of how CMA students scored compared to the national averages for the PSAT.  Scores range from 20 to 80.

                                     Sophomore Results 

       CMA Average              National Average

Critical Reading                     34.4                                  42.2
Math                                    34.7                                  43.5
Writing Skills                         36.0                                  41.2

                                     Junior Results                                   

                                    CMA Average              National Average

Critical Reading                     37.6                                   47.0
Math                                    37.6                                   48.3
Writing Skills                         38.1                                   45.9

WCCD Classes:
Wayne County Community College District will offer a Computer Information Systems class for the next semester.  Applications for the class can be obtained in the main office.  The cost for this 3 hour college credit class is only 50 plus the cost of the book.  The class is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 School start Time Remains the Same for Now:
As of the printing of this newsletter, we have not gotten the authorization to move the start for school to 8:00 a.m.  When and if we get authorization to move the start time, we will communicate it through the Parent Newsletter.             

Counselors Section:
Second semester schedule changes:

Juniors:  Grade 11 students new to CMA must see Ms. Smith by Wednesday, January 13, 2010.

Seniors who need class conflict corrections must see Mrs. Brown.  Evidence of 200 OCLEX
is due in the counselor’s office by Friday, January 15, 2010.  

Financial Aid – All FAFSA forms must be completed on line immediately www.fafsa.gov

 Senior Scholarships

• Association of Black Educators
• Detroit Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
• Eastern Michigan University Alumni Association
• Emma L. Bowen Foundation Minority Interest (Media Internship)
• Gamma Lambda Education Foundation
• Lem Teacher Journalism
• Michigan Council of Women Technology
• Michigan State University Black Alumani
• Rosa Parks (Due Immediately)

Final Exams-1/2 Days:
CMA students will be engaged in final exams on Tuesday, January 5, and Wednesday, January 6, 2010.  The schedule for the Tuesday exams is hours 1, 2 and 3.  School will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m.  The schedule for Wednesday exams is hours 4, 5 and 6.  School will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m.

 Returning Textbooks:
Parents and students are reminded to turn in school issued textbooks for each class during finals.  Students who do not return the textbook they were issued must pay for the textbook.  Students who do not return textbooks or pay for the book will not receive their report card and their academic records will be placed on a “hold” status.

 Free H1N1 Flu Shots at CMA:
On Thursday, January 7, 2010 CMA will be the site for H1N1 Flu Shots.  Flu Shots will be given  from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. by the Detroit Health Department.  Anyone receiving the H1N1 Flu Shot must complete the two page registration form.  Registration forms and information letter will be distributed to all students today, Monday, January 4, 2010.  We advise all of our students to take advantage of this opportunity to get the H1N1 Vaccine at no cost.  H1N1 Shots are also available to the general public.

 Bilingual Survey:
The district’s Department of Bilingual Services is attempting to determine what students are entitled to bilingual services.  Each CMA will be given a two question survey that should be completed and returned to school by Thursday, January 7, 2010.  Students may return the surveys to their first hour teachers on or before Thursday.  Some key students have already taken the survey and do not need to take the survey twice.

 Reading Data Shows CMA Students Need To Read More:
Data from a recent reading diagnostic exam given to CMA students shows only 115 out of 397 (or approximately 30%) students tested are reading on the high school level (grades 9 to 12).  This is a problem we must all work on together, students, teachers and parents.  The school has made reading a priority.  We like parents and students to engage in a reading strategy that is used in Finland (this country has the highest literacy rate in the world).  The strategy is that each student engage in sustained reading for a minimum of 35 minutes each day.  This kind of reading is best done at home for high school students because it is not always possible to do on a constant basis in school due the number of classes and the nature of those classes.  Let’s increase our children’s reading skills by reading for 35 minutes everyday.

 Motown Pictures from Last Year:
The Motown Photography Company delivered several photo packets from last year’s Buddy Buddy Picture Day.  Students who have not received their picture packet from last year may pick up their pictures in the main office at the end of the day.  Parents and students are reminded that the school is not responsible for picture packets, it is the sole responsibility of the Motown Photography Co.

  Important Dates in January:

Tuesday, January 5, 2010           -           Final Exams – Hrs. 1, 2 and 3 – Dismissal 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010      -           Final Exams – Hrs. 4, 5 and 6 – Dismissal 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, January 7, 2010          -           H1N1 Flu Shots

Thursday, January 14, 2010        -           Fire Drill Dismissal @ 1:45 p.m., Hrs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
                                                  -                            Report Card Distribution

Friday, January 15, 2010            -           No School – District Wide Professional Development

Monday, January 18, 2010          -           No School in Observance of Martin Luther King Day

Tuesday, January 19, 2010         -           Start of the Second Semester

Wednesday, January 20, 2010    -           LSCO Meeting at 6:00 p.m.      

Temperature in the building:
We have received several calls regarding the temperature in the building.  We’ve been dealing with this situation since early November.  The problems have been reported and district tradesmen have been working on our heating situation.  A major problem in resolving the heating problem is the age and the availability of some of the operating parts for our heating system.  Some of the parts are obsolete and have to be rebuilt and some parts can’t be found.  This has caused some parts of the building to become colder than other parts.  We suggest students wear long sleeve tops or sweaters (colors should align with CMA dress code).  We certainly apologize for the inconvenience; please know that we are working to resolve our heating situation.  

 Early Dismissal – Wednesday, December 16, 2009:
The CMA instructional staff will be involved in professional development regarding CMA’s upcoming Quality Assurance Review.  All students will be dismissal at 1:15 p.m.

 ½ Day Teacher Payback:S
School will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m. for the day on Friday, December 18, 2009.  This half day is a teacher payback for the December 9, 2009 Parent Teacher Conference.

 Holiday Break:
All Detroit Public Schools will be closed at the end of the day on Friday, December 18, 2009 for the Holiday Season.  Schools will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2010.

 Final Exams
Final Exams will be conducted on January 5 and 6, 2010.  Both days will be half days, 10:30 a.m. dismissal.  January 5 finals will be hours 1, 2 and 3.  January 6 finals will be hours 4, 5 and 6.

 Senior/Parent Financial Aid Workshop:
The CMA Counseling Dept. and the University of Michigan will host a Financial Aid Workshop here at CMA.  The workshop will be on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 6:00 p.m., in the CMA lunchroom.  Parents may use the teacher’s parking lot and enter the building through the double glass doors.

 Compact Meetings:
There will be a Compact meeting for both 9^th and 10^th grade students this Thursday, December 17, 2009.  Both meetings will take place in the lunchroom.  The 9^th grade meeting will be at 8:00 a.m. and the 10^th grade meeting will be at 9:00 a.m.  These meetings are regarding the requirements for Compact Scholarships.

 Picture Day – Thursday, December 17, 2009:
Underclassmen yearbook pictures will be taken on Thursday, December 17, 2009, in the gym.  Pictures will be taken through the English classes.  Picture packages may be purchased, if interested.  Prices range from $18 - $50.  Students must adhere to the CMA dress code on picture day.

 Senior Food Drive Extended:
The CMA senior class is sponsoring a non perishable food drive.  Donations of food from this food drive will go to the Gleaners Food Bank, to help feed the needy this holiday season.  All CMA students and staff are encouraged to contribute canned or boxed food.  A relaxed dress day will be the reward if students reach the goal of 1,000 food items at the end of the food drive.  The food drive will be conducted from Monday, December 7 to Thursday, December 17, 2009. 

 Athletics:
Boys’ Basketball – The Pharaohs opened their season with a disappointing loss to M.L. King.  Mitchell Small led the Pharaohs with 23 points.  The Pharaohs will hope to bounce back Tuesday at home against Detroit Community at 4:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5.00 at the door.

 Girls’ Basketball – Lady Pharaohs also took a disappointing loss to M.L. King last Tuesday at home.  Senior Orlecia Houston led the Pharaohs in scoring.  The ladies will face Detroit Community at home directly after the boys’ game on Tuesday around 5:30.  Tickets are $5.00. 

Basketball Christmas Tournaments: 

Boys’ Basketball:

December 22 @ John Glen, Westland, CMA vs. Belleville (game time 4:45 p.m.)

December 28 @ Country Day; CMA vs. Plymouth Academy at 12:15 p.m.

December 29 @ Country Day; winners vs. winners, losers vs. losers

Girls’ Basketball:

December 30 @ Country Day; CMA vs. Saginaw at 3:15 p.m.

 The National Anthem & Sportsmanship – The playing of the National Anthem is a time to pay tribute to our country as well as a time to reflect and show respect to our family and friends stationed overseas.  This is not a time for playing and talking in the stands.  Also CMA has a no hat policy in the gym.  If you are unable to follow either of these requests, please do not attend the games.  CMA students are men and women of class, distinction and sportsmanship.  We do not boo and/or disrespect the opposing team or cheerleaders.

 Team Transportation & Privileges – Only athletes presently on the eligibility list are allowed to ride with the team.  They are also the only ones allowed to enter the games for free.  Previous participation on a varsity sport does not provide for present athletic privileges.  Only present athletes on the eligibility list are allowed to wear any CMA Athletic attire.

 Spring Sports – All spring sports athletes should have turned in their physicals for the season.  Spring sports conditioning will start after final exams.

 Good Luck on all upcoming games, please study for your finals.

Parent Teacher Conferences – Progress Report Distribution:
CMA’s second session of Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Parents may pick up their child’s Progress Report prior to the conferences outside of the counseling center.

 Financial Aide Workshop:
The CMA Counseling Dept. and the University of Michigan will be hosting a Financial Aide Workshop, for seniors and their parents. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 6:00 p.m., in the CMA lunchroom.  Parent’s may use the teacher’s parking lot and enter the building through the double glass doors.

 Senior Food Drive:
The CMA senior class is sponsoring a non perishable food drive.  Donations of food from this food drive will go to the Gleaners Food Bank, to help feed the needy this holiday season.  All CMA students and staff are encouraged to contribute canned or boxed food.  A relaxed dress day will be the reward if students reach the goal of 1,000 food items at the end of the food drive.  The food drive will be conducted from Monday, December 7 to Friday, December 11, 2009.

 Fire Drill Dismissal:
There will be a fire drill dismissal on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 1:45 p.m.  Hours for the day will be 6, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 1.

 LSCO:  The December LSCO Meeting has been cancelled.  The next meeting will be January 20, 2010.

 Compact:
We like to welcome back the CMA Compact Coordinator, Mrs. Hudson-Johnson.  She will be visiting 11^th and 12^th grade classrooms and hosting assemblies for 9^th and 10^th graders regarding the Compact Program.  These visits and assemblies will be next week.

 Early Dismissal:
There will be an early dismissal for students on Wednesday, December 16, 2009.  Students will be dismissed at 1:15 p.m., so staff can conduct a Quality Assurance Review Professional Development.

 Student Suspensions:
Parents and students are reminded that students who receive suspensions for disciplinary reasons must return with a parent.  The parent or guardian returning with the student must be listed on school records.  Students who attempt to return to school from a suspension are subject to an additional suspension for trespassing.

 Counselors Section:

Seniors On-Site Admission:

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.        -           Western Michigan

Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 11:45 a.m.  -           Oakland University

Thursday, December 10, 2009             - Applications for Davenport University on site due to counselor.

Seniors Presentation:
Marine Corps – Van Hulle - 2^nd hr. class

Grade 11 College Presentation:

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 8:30 a.m.        -           Chemistry 1 & Algebra 3 Classes

*Teachers escort  class to the lunchroom.

Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.  -           Economics & English 5 Classes

                        *Teachers escort class to Rm. 116 for the presentation.

Opportunities Available in Rm. 112:

American Legion Scholarships

• Medical Careers
• Memorial Scholarship
• National President’s Scholarship
• U of M Club of Greater Detroit Scholarship
• Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship

Junior ACT Testing:
As part of a support initiative for the ACT and the upcoming MME, the district has hired Kaplan Educational Services to administer a retired ACT pre/post test to all juniors.  CMA’s juniors are scheduled to take the retired ACT on Friday, December 4, 2009.  Juniors should report to their first hour classes for attendance, they will report to the lunchroom at 7:45 a.m. for testing. 

Parent Teacher Conferences:
CMA will hold its second session of Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

 Progress Report Distribution:
Progress Reports will be given to parents during Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, December 9, 2009.

 LSCO:
There will not be a LSCO Meeting for the month of December.  The next LSCO Meeting will be on January 20, 2010.
 

 Important Dates for December and January:

Friday, December 4, 2009          -           Junior ACT Testing

Wednesday, December 9, 2009  -           Parent Teacher Conferences 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.                                                                                                                                                              Progress Report Distribution

Thursday, December 10, 2009    -           Fire Drill Dismissal – 1:50 p.m.

Friday, December 18, 2009        -           ½ Day Dismissal –School closed at the end of the day for Holiday Break.

Monday, January 4, 2010           -           Schools re-open.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010           -           ½ Day Dismissal Final Exams – Hrs. 1, 2, and 3.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010      -           ½ Day Dismissal Final Exams – Hrs. 4, 5 & 6.

Thursday, January 14, 2010        -           Report Card Distribution.

Friday, January 15, 2010            -           No School – District Wide Professional Development.

Monday, January 18, 2010          -           No School in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010         -           Second Semester begins.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010    -           LSCO Meeting – 6:00 p.m.

Food Delivery to Students:
Student’s may not receive any food deliveries of any kind.  Failure to comply with CMA’s policy will result in disciplinary action.

 Counselors Section:

Seniors On-Site Admission:            December 8, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.                Western Michigan
 

 Grade 11 College Presentation: December 2, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.                  Schoolcraft College

*The following teachers are to escort their class to the Blue Room and remain with them during the presentation- Gillis/Okoro 

CMA Application:
Applications are available in the main office for the Second Semester (January 2010).

 School Arrival Schedule:
tudent arrival time is 7:15 a.m. Tardy bell rings at 7:30 a.m.  Security leaves St. Marys door at 7:45.  Student arrival at Mansfield door is 7:45 a.m.  After 8:00 a.m. parent must sign student in.

 Student Parking:
Student’s who drive to school should not park in the teacher’s parking lot.  CMA has never offered student parking.  Student’s who drive must find alternative parking.  Student’s who violate this rule will be subject to consequences from suspensions to being ticketed for illegal parking.

 Parent’s Dropping off Student’s:
Parent’s please do not block nor pull in staff parking lot when dropping off students.

 ½ Day Dismissal:
½ Day Dismissal, Wednesday, November 25, 2009.  Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.  Hours 4, 5 and 6.

 Thanksgiving Holiday:
School will be closed at the end of the day Wednesday, November 25, 2009 and reopen on Monday, November 30, 2009 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

 Textbook Check:
Student’s are required to bring in their textbooks on Monday, November 30, 2009 for a book check.  Parents and students are reminded that students must return the textbooks they were issued for each class.  Students who fail to return the textbook they were issued must pay for the textbook (ranging from $40-$75).  Students who do not return textbooks or pay for them will not receive their report card and their academic records will be placed on “hold”.  

 CMA Tutorial Services:
Parents and students are reminded that CMA offers tutorial services for all of our students needing academic assistance.  Tutorial services are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  The following are teachers and their classrooms for tutoring:

                                     Math – Ms. Gillis – Rm. 105

                                    Math – Mr. Henry – Rm. 210

                                    English – Dr. Williams – Rm. 205

                                    Science – Ms. Turner – Lunchroom

                                    9^th grade Study Hall – Mrs. Brown – Blue Room              

Athletics:
Tryouts - Any student trying out for a team must have an athletic physical card on file in the athletic office.  Failure to comply with this rule will cost the student the opportunity to tryout.  Each student must also fill out the insurance information on the physical card.  Please include your insurance group number.  If you do not have insurance, please see Ms. Turner for additional insurance resource information.

 Cheerleaders – The cheer team will host tryouts in the lunchroom on Tuesday, November 24 at 3:30 p.m.  Students must attend study hall to tryout from 2:10 – 3:30 in the lunchroom.  If you have detention, you must bring a pass for admittance.   

 Study Hall – Study Hall is held in the lunchroom every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2:10 – 3:30.  Anyone practicing with a team must attend.  No study hall, no practice.  Light refreshments are available for a small fee.

 Athletic Attendance – Students are required to attend school in order to participate in an athletic practice or game.  Students must attend at least a half a day of school.  Suspended students are not to attend any practice or games.  Suspensions are effective at the end of the school day at 2:00.

 Counselors Section:
Seniors On-Site Admission:

November 24, 2009 @ 10:45 a.m.       -           Lawrence Tech University

                                                                        G.P.A. 2.50/2.70

November 25, 2009 @ 10:45 a.m.       -           Oakland University

                                                                        G.P.A. 2.50 and Up 

Grade 11 College/University Presentation:

November 24, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.         -           Lawrence Tech

*The following teachers are to escort their class to the lunchroom and remain with them during the presentation.                -           Gillis/Van Hulle 

November 25, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.         -           Oakland University

*The following teachers are to escort their class to the lunchroom and remain with them during the presentation.                -           Fentin/Powers

Have a Safe and Wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday!!!

CMA Applications:
Applications are available in the main office for the Second Semester (January 2010), and can also
be downloaded from our website- see "enrollment application"

LSCO:
The next LSCO meeting will be on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Blue Room.

 Breakfast:
Parents and students are reminded that CMA serves breakfast to any CMA student starting at 7:00 a.m. everyday.  Students may enter the building for breakfast through the double glass doors in the Teachers Parking Lot.  Students who eat breakfast must re-enter the building through the St. Marys entrance for classes.

 CMA Tutorial Services:
Parents and students are reminded that CMA offers tutorial services for all of our students needing academic assistance.  Tutorial services are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  The following are teachers and their classrooms for tutoring: 

                                    Math – Ms. Gillis – Rm. 105

                                    Math – Mr. Henry – Rm. 210

                                    English – Dr. Williams – Rm. 205

                                    Science – Ms. Turner – Lunchroom

                                    9^th grade Study Hall – Mrs. Brown – Blue Room           

Club Sign Up:
Students interested in the following clubs should sign up in the teacher’s classroom on Thursday, November 19, 2009, during the 7^th hr.

                        Fitness Club – Mr. Sharpe – Rm. 104

                        Environmental Club – Ms. Gillis – Rm. 105

                        Spanish Travel Club – Ms. Guevara – Rm. 101

                        Video Web Design Club – Mr. Watkins – Rm. 203

                        C.R.Y.S.T.A.L.S. – Ms. Martin – Rm. 204

                        National Honor Society – Mrs. Powers – Rm. 212

                        Student Council – Mr. Van Hulle – Rm. 211

                        Spirit Club – Ms. Patrick – Rm. 107

                        Literacy Club – Ms. Jackson – Rm. 214

                        Intro to Radio and TV – Mr. Summers – Main Office

 Athletics:Boys’ Basketball – Boys’ Basketball tryouts will be today (Monday, November 16^th at 6:00 in the gym.  You must have a physical on file in the Athletic Office and a 2.0 G.P.A. from the June 2009 and November 2009 cardmarkings (10^th – 12^th Grades).  Freshmen are allowed to play on a probationary status with a 1.66 G.P.A. from the November cardmarking only.  Everyone must have a 2.0 to participate by the January cardmarking.

*There will be a parent meeting on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the lunchroom for all the young men that make the team.

Cheerleaders – There will be a meeting in the lunchroom on Tuesday, November 17^th at 3:30.  Any student interested in cheering should be at the meeting.  Tryouts will be Friday, November 20^th at 3:30 in the lunchroom.  Cheerleaders are under the same eligibility requirements as any other athlete at CMA.

 Athletic Practice Schedule  

Girls’ Basketball – 3:30 – 6:00 in the gym Monday – Friday

Boys’ Basketball – 6:00 – 8:30 in the gym Monday – Friday

Cheerleaders – 3:30 – 5:30 in the lunchroom

 Athletic Study Hall – All athletes must attend study hall from 2:10 – 3:30 to attend practice or a game.  If you are being tutored by a staff member, please bring a pass to study hall to gain entrance.  Light refreshments will be served in study hall.
 

Counselors Section:
Seniors On-Site Admission Interview:

November 18, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.      - Davenport University  G.P.A 2.00 and Up

November 24, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.      -  Lawrence Tech University G.P.A. 2.50/2.70

November 25, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.      -  Oakland University    G.P.A. 2.50 and Up

*Please submit completed application or the “on line” form to the counselor one week (5 days) prior to the on-site interview.

Grade 11 College Presentation:

November 18, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.            -           Davenport University

*The following teachers are to escort their class to the lunchroom and remain with them during the presentation.

                        World History 1             -           Mr. Fentin

                        World History 1             -           Mr. Van Hulle

                        Chemistry 1                  -           Ms. Martin

Senior Breakfast:

Friday, November 20, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.

Atheneum Suite Hotel

400 Monroe Avenue, Ste. 830

Detroit, MI

*Everyone must have a ticket.  Parking is extra.  Valet is available at the hotel for $10.00.

½ Day of School on Wednesday:
There will be a ½ day of school on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 in Observance of Veterans Day.  Dismissal will be at 10:30 a.m., hours 1, 2 and 3. 

LSCO: The next LSCO meeting will be on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Blue Room.

 Breakfast:
Parents and students are reminded that CMA serves breakfast to any CMA student starting at 7:00 a.m. everyday.  Students may enter the building for breakfast through the double glass doors in the Teachers Parking Lot.  Students who eat breakfast must re-enter the building through the St. Marys entrance for classes.

 CMA Tutorial Services:
Parents and students are reminded that CMA offers tutorial services for all of our students needing academic assistance.  Tutorial services are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  The following are teachers and their classrooms for tutoring:

                                     Math – Ms. Gillis – Rm. 105

                                    Math – Mr. Henry – Rm. 210

                                    English – Dr. Williams – Rm. 205

                                    Science – Ms. Turner – Lunchroom

                                    9^th grade Study Hall – Mrs. Brown – Blue Room           

Club Sign Up:
Students interested in the following clubs should sign up in the teacher’s classroom on Thursday, November 12, 2009, during the 7^th hr.

                        Fitness Club – Mr. Sharpe – Rm. 104

                        Environmental Club – Ms. Gillis – Rm. 105

                        Spanish Travel Club – Ms. Guevara – Rm. 101

                        Video Web Design Club – Mr. Watkins – Rm. 203

                        C.R.Y.S.T.A.L.S. – Ms. Martin – Rm. 204

                        National Honor Society – Mrs. Powers – Rm. 212

                        Student Council – Mr. Van Hulle – Rm. 211

                        Spirit Club – Ms. Patrick – Rm. 107

                        Literacy Club – Ms. Jackson – Rm. 214

                        Intro to Radio and TV – Mr. Summers – Main Office

 Student Code of Conduct:     All students will receive a copy of the 2009-10 Student Code of Conduct.
 

 Athletics:

Fall All-City Recipients – Lindsay Hairston – Golf, Cierra Joshua – Golf, Raven Dunson – Golf, Dominique Richardson – Volleyball.  Thank you for your commitment to Athletic Excellence.  Our teams have had great success due to your hard work.

 Girls’ Basketball Tryouts– The Girls’ Basketball team will have tryouts today (Monday) from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. All sophomores, juniors and seniors must have a 2.0 from the June card marking as well as last week’s report card to be eligible.  Freshmen can have a 1.66 or better from the November card marking to be eligible.  All students must have a physical on file in the Athletic Office.

 Boys’ Basketball – The Boys’ Basketball Team will have tryouts next Monday (11-16-09) at 6:00 p.m.  All upper classmen (10^th, 11^th and 12^th graders) must have a 2.0 from the June 2009 and November 2009 card marking to be eligible. 

New Eligibility Requirements for Athletic Participation – All CMA students in the 10^th – 12^th grade must have a 2.0 on the card marking in June of 2009 and November of this semester.  Students must have a 2.0 from the January & June card markings to maintain their eligibility for each semester.  Freshmen are allowed to participate on a probationary status with a 1.66 only for the first card marking.  In January, Freshmen must comply with the 2.0 academic requirements for eligibility.  All students must also pass 2/3 of their classes in addition to the GPA requirement.  Students must also have an Athletic Physical on file in the Athletic Office.  Please see Ms. Turner for clarity on eligibility requirements.

 Collection of Fall Sports Equipment & Uniforms – All fall sports equipment and uniforms still out must be turned in to each fall coach immediately. 

*The Athletic meeting for sport representatives with Ms. Turner has been rescheduled for this Thursday in the lunchroom at 2:15 p.m.  See Ms. Turner if you are unable to make it.

Counselors Section:

Seniors On-Site Admission Interview:

November 18, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.       -           Davenport University

                                                                        G.P.A 2.00 and Up

November 24, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.       -           Lawrence Tech University

                                                                        G.P.A. 2.50/2.70

November 25, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m.       -           Oakland University

                                                                        G.P.A. 2.50 and Up

*Please submit completed application or the “on line” form to the counselor one week (5 days) prior to the on-site interview. 

Juniors – The second College Fair is scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2009.  Permission Slips should be in the Guidance Office at this time.

Grade 11 College Presentation:

November 18, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m.         -           Davenport University

*The following teachers are to escort their class to the lunchroom and remain with them during the presentation.

                        World History 1           -           Mr. Fentin

                        World History 1           -           Mr. Van Hulle

                        Chemistry 1                 -           Ms. Martin

No School for Students:
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, due to a district wide Professional Development Day.

 Report Card Distribution:
Students will receive first quarter report cards on Thursday, November 5, 2009 during their 6^th hour classes.

 National Honors Society Meeting:
Current members of the National Honors Society should meet with Mrs. Powers in Room 212 on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 2:15 p.m.

 Accolades to Ms. I. Sharpe for her efforts in getting the traffic signal on Grand River and St. Marys adjusted to make that corner safer during school hours.

 Class Leveling Continues:   Counselors are continuing to work at leveling classes through this week.

 Club Sign Up:
Students may sign up for clubs on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, during the 7^th hour.  The following are the clubs and their sponsors:

                        Fitness Club – Mr. Sharpe

                        Environmental Club – Ms. Gillis

                        Spanish Travel Club – Ms. Guevara

                        Video Web Design Club – Mr. Watkins

                        C.R.Y.S.T.A.L.S. – Ms. Martin

                        National Honor Society – Mrs. Powers

                        Student Council – Mr. Van Hulle

                        Spirit Club – Ms. Patrick

                        Literacy Club – Ms. Jackson

                        Intro to Radio and TV – Mr. Summers
 

 Important Dates in November:
Tuesday, November 3                No School – District wide Professional Development

Thursday, November 5              Report Card Distribution

Wednesday, November 11         ½ Day of school for Veterans Day – Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, November 18         LSCO Meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Friday, November 20                 Senior Pinning at the Senior Breakfast

Wednesday, November 25         ½ Day – Teacher Payback – Dismissal at 10:30 a.m.

Thursday & Friday, November 26-27 – School closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.
                                      

 Seniors Win Annual Olympiad:
The senior class won the annual Olympiad with 90 points.  The sophomores and freshmen tied for second place with 70 points and the juniors scored 30 points.  Accolades to all of the organizers of this years Olympiad.  Special thanks to Ms. Turner, Ms. Newell, Senior President Edward Patterson, the senior Olympiad crew and the entire senior class for making the event a success.

 Athletics:
Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country – Both the Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country teams finished their season this past Saturday in Holly at the MHSAA Regional Playoffs.  The boys finished in 6^th place behind a very competitive field.  Thanks go out to both teams for representing us throughout the season and in the state playoffs with class (as usual).

 Girls’ Volleyball – The Lady Pharaohs will start their state playoff season tonight against Livonia Ladywood at Clarenceville High School (on Middlebelt between 7 Mile & 8 Mile).  Game time is 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5.00 at the door.  Please come out and support the Lady Pharaohs during the state playoffs.

 Fall Sports Uniform Return – All athletes issued equipment during the fall season must return their equipment immediately to your coaches.  If these items are not returned you will be held financially responsible for each individual piece.

 Winter and Spring Sports – Tryouts for all winter sports will start next week.  Girls’ Basketball tryouts will be Monday, November 9^th at 2:30 p.m.  The Boys’ Basketball tryouts will be Monday, November 16^th at 6:00 p.m.  You must attend study hall (2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.) to participate in the tryouts, practices and games.  You also must have a 2.0 G.P.A.on the November 5^th cardmarking and a white physical card on file in the Athletic Office.  See Ms. Turner in the Physical Education Department if additional clarity is needed.  

 Ms. Turner needs to meet with the following athletes on Thursday at 2:15 p.m. in the lunchroom concerning the Athletic Program for the year.  Please be on time.  If you are unable to make it, please let Ms. Turner know in advance.

 Mark Mayo, Regina Young, Cierra Joshua, Montoya Tyner, Orlecia Houston, Mitchell Small, Tiffani Clowney, Whitney Harris, De’Angelo Nichols, Christian Catchings, Erica Dade, Vincent Thurman

Counselors Section:

Juniors College Presentation:

Central Michigan University, Thursday, November 5, 2009

Apprenticeship Program (Total Health)

LEDA Scholars – Princeton Summer Institute Program

Seniors Scholarships:

Gates Millenium Scholars Program www.gmsp.org

AAA Safety Patrol Scholarship Program

Central Michigan University On-Site, Thursday, November 5, 2009

CMA Welcomes Mr. Van Hulle:
Mr. Van Hulle is the newest addition to the CMA Social Studies Department.  He will be teaching Basic Law, World History, and U.S. History.  Mr. Van Hulles position will allow CMA to complete the class leveling process.

 Night School:
12^th grade students who are in need of additional classes to fulfill graduation requirements are urged to register for night school as soon as possible.  The district is offering night school classes for only a $25.00 material fee.  Classes have started at the following high schools:  Cooley, Ford, Mumford, Northwestern, Western, Southwestern, King, Crockett, Finney, Kettering, Pershing and Osborn.

 No School November 3, 2009:
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, due to district wide professional development for teachers.

 9^th Grade Meeting:
There will be a 9^th grade assembly on Wednesday during the 2^nd hr. in the lunchroom.

 Spirit Week Activities:
Accolades to all of our CMA students for excellent behavior displayed at Friday’s Homecoming Dance.  This week the daily themes will start on Tuesday, October 27^th.  Students are reminded that if you are not participating in the dress for the theme of the day, you must be in the regular CMA dress code.  Themes day are not free dress days.  The themes are as follows:

                                    Tuesday           -           Nerd Day

                                    Wednesday      -           Bum Day

                                    Thursday         -           Twin or Jersey Day

                                    Friday             -           Class Colors

Athletics:
Girls’ Volleyball – CMA finished their league record at 4 and 5.  The lady Pharaohs will start the state playoffs November 2^nd at Clarenceville against Livonia Ladywood.  Game time will be at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5.00.

 Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country – CMA will run this Saturday in the MHSAA Regional meet at Holly.  Parking may cost $5.00, but there is no fee for entrance.

 Athletic Physicals and Practice – All students must have a white physical card on file in the Athletic Office to participate in any form of conditioning, skills related practices, or open gym.  There will be no excuses.  All CMA athletic activities are approved through the Athletic Office with DPS approved staff members supervising the activities only.

 Winter and Spring Sports – The official start of the basketball and cheer season will soon start.  All young men and young women desiring to participate in a winter sport or participate in a pre-season conditioning program must have a physical on file in the Athletic Office.  Students must also have a 2.0 on the next cardmarking to be eligible to participate.

 Athletic Study Hall – After school study hall is a mandatory requirement for all after school athletic activities.  Study hall is from 2:15 – 4:00.  Students are encouraged to use all aspects of the after school tutorial program for academic assistance and acceleration.  Students from grades 9-12 are required to inform the study hall teacher of academic assistance needed, especially if their grade is a “C” or below in any class.

 There will be a brief athletic meeting for all athletes this Thursday at 2:10 in the cafeteria.  CMA, DPS and MHSAA procedures for the school year will be discussed.  All students are welcome.

 
Counselors Section:

Grade 11 – College Presentation

October 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. – University of Michigan Dearborn

October 29, 2009 at 11:30 a.m.  – Bowling Green University

November 2, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. – Michigan State University presentation

Grade 12 – Michigan State University On-Site

October 29, 2009 – Preparation

• Submit print out from applying on line along with official transcript fee to your counselor.