Join Us for the Annual PTO Halloween Frolic on Tuesday, October 30th, 2012 The PTO-sponsored Halloween Frolic has been postponed from Thursday, October 25th to Tuesday, October 30th due to Tropical Storm Sandy.  The revised time schedule is from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM.  This all-inclusive event has many different activities in which students can participate (e.g., booths, inflatables).  Students may come dressed in Halloween costumes if they choose.  We ask that students refrain from having group and/or partner costumes as we work to create an i...

KINDERGARTENERS VISIT CMS WORKSHOP CMS kindergartners had an adventure to the CMS Woodshop since they have been learning about construction and tools.  Seeing these tools in action allows for our students to better understand their uses as well as acquire English language more effectively.  It was very exciting to be able to take advantage of the school resources and be part of these significant learning opportunities that take place around us.  Thanks to Maintenance for sharing with our students!  JOIN US AT THE AUTHOR'S CAFÉ!   The an...

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING HEARTCARE DOMINICANA! During the week of April 16th through 20th, CMS held its annual Heartcare Dominicana fundraising event.  This organization helps less fortunate children with congenital heart disease.  In addition to monetary donations, the Elementary School hosted several events to help raise awareness for this worthy cause.  Students participated in an all-school walk and attended a Zumbathon during recess time.  The ES Student Council raised RD $12,000 by selling paper hearts that students and teachers could ...

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Apr. 16-20: Heartcare Dominicana Fundraising Week Apr. 21: Family Fun Day Apr. 27: Student Council Sponsored Dress Up Day “Favorite Character Day” Dress up as a character from a book, movie, or superhero! Apr. 30: No School – “Día del Trabajo” May 3: Helping Hands Art Exihibition Progress Reports Sent Home (3-5) May 10: ES Musical “Lemonade” Performance for Students in Grades 3-5 @ 12:30 PM May 11: ES Musical “Lemonade...