March . . . preparing for a new beginning!

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Happy March!!

But with teachers on the brink of receiving COVID vaccines, we may finally see the light at the end of the tunnel!!  We are SO EXCITED to get back to campus to be with our students but realize it may be a difficult transition for some. While we wait for more guidance and direction from our school board and superintendent, now may be a good time to prepare for the return. Over the next few weeks, you may want to gradually ease into an earlier wake-up time, review and practice the morning routine, get into the habit of a regular eating schedule (mid-morning snack and mid-afternoon lunch), and review behavior expectations. Get your students pumped up and excited about returning to school. And hang on- we’re almost there!! 

Please reach out to me with your questions and concerns by calling the school office at (310) 476-2281 or emailing me directly at trk2932@lausd.net. 

Best,
Toni

Community Magnet CS Reopening Updates

  • Beginning March 1, LAUSD will expand the vaccination program to include all LAUSD employees.
  • Beginning March 1, school principals (Toni), plant managers (Andrew), and school administrative assistants (Lalita) will return to campus.
  • Beginning March 4, teachers may voluntarily return to teach remotely from campus.
  • Beginning March 12, special education assessments will be scheduled to begin on campus. 
  • As of March 1, all CMCS staff will have received training on COVID-19 Prevention Safety Protocols and Daily Health Screening Procedures
  • A COVID-19 Task Force has been assembled and his receiving specialized COVID training.
  • In October, we began development of our school plan to reopen. This plan is guided by LAUSD. We will review, update, and implement the plan over the next several weeks. This will take strategic coordination with various LAUSD departments and agencies. 

Black History Month Challenge!!



Sharon Langley treated us to a wonderful lesson in history as she read excerpts from her book, A Ride to Remember. Toni challenged students to reflect on Ms. Langley's story and use it as inspiration to create a poem, piece of art, song, dance, or any creative expression. Themes may include inclusion, empathy, or the Golden Rule.  to share with our school community and with Ms. Langley.  Students may email their work to Toni at trk2932@lausd.net. Please let me know if you would like me to send your work along to Ms. Langley, who may post on her website.

I can't wait to see what creative things you can do!!!

Monday Morning Message


March 1, 9:00 a.m.:   
First Grade Rockin' Robots presentation, 
Book Fair News, Recap of Creative Hair Day,
Students-of-the-Week, Staff Spotlights, 
Student Council announcements
click here to attend




VIRTUAL BOOK FAIR


Howdy Partners, The CMCS Spring Scholastic Book Fair has gone online! 

 

Kick off your boots and lasso new books sure to keep kids reading.  

Shop starting tomorrow through March 14th at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cmcs 


  • 25% of the profit will go back to directly support the school/library! 
  • Over 6,000 items, including new releases, best sellers, and value packs. 
  • All books ship directly to families!!  
  • FREE shipping for orders of $25 or more (on book related items only)! 
  • Books arrive just in time to read during Spring Break. 

Enjoy our presentation tomorrow during assembly and make sure to check your email with more details regarding our contest and Teacher Wish Lists.   

Got Talent? 

We want to see you in our first Virtual Talent Show!!
Attend the Kick-Off Meeting to sign up . . .


Here's your chance to recognize a 
dedicated staff member for their hard work!




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