Community Corner

The Faces of Our Future I realize that quite a few of our new families have not yet had the opportunity to visit our beautiful school and, therefore, haven't seen firsthand the beautiful murals, totem poles, and artwork that enhance the natural beauty of Community's campus. If you haven't yet, please take a  virtual tour of our campus .  I often wonder about the beautiful artwork and am told wonderful stories about how they came to be. I'd like to share the story behind "The Faces of Our Future" from the artist herself, Emily Stuver, who also happens to be a former CMCS teacher: Community Magnet Charter School Totem Fifteen years ago, a call for artists in residence went out; to create an installation of outdoor sculptures called Totem Row for Community Magnet School (not a charter yet).  I jumped at the chance.  As a former CMS 3rd grade teacher on family leave, I knew the school’s mission, philosophy, heart, and soul as well as my own.  In fact, in many ways...

Hello Community Families, January 2021 is quickly coming to a close. After two weeks back at it, we are in full instructional swing at Community Magnet. This second semester of 2020-2021 will be packed with activities, assessments, and events. So be sure to check our CMCS websites, Fresh Schools and    communitymagnet.org , for updates and news. Join us every Monday at 9am for the Monday Morning Message and every month for Tea Time with Toni. MONDAY MORNING MESSAGE RETURNS I am very excited for the return of the Monday Morning Message this Monday, January 25 at 9:00 a.m. This week, I will introduce new staff, Student Council will tell us  about February Val-O-Grams, Lela Rondeau, CMCS parent and LAUSD Coordinator of Instruction in the Special Ed. Division, will share a presentation on Disability Awareness and offer a challenge-of-the-week to all students and, of course, we will recognize our Students-of-the-Week and Staff Spotlights. All Community members, parents, studen...

As we honor Martin Luther King, Jr., let's remember his vision for a just world. "I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality… I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word."  – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Happy New Year, Community! Welcome to the first school week of 2021!!  As we begin the second semester, all LAUSD school campuses remain closed due to the dangerous rise in COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles. While our campus is closed, you may still reach us by calling our main office phone number, 310-476-2281 or via email (see contact list below).  Be sure to tune in Mondays at 8:00 a.m. for Superintendent Austin Beutner's weekly LAUSD updates. Staff News Saying Goodbye. . .                                                                              Best wishes to our former Office Manager, Kryshawna Pinkard. We're very sorry to see her go. Congratulations and Welcome!                                ...

  Good evening Community Families, Our team of Community elves was very hard at work last week- and it took teamwork! Some created a beautiful Winter Wonderland right on campus for distribution day. Others got the word out, via Fresh Schools, about the sudden change in distribution schedules. Most of the "elves" were on hand to distribute a variety of books, materials, and treats to almost 450 students. Ninety-nine percent of our families showed up to view the scene and pick up materials the students will need to get them through the next two months. A big hand to everyone who made the day the big success it was. It was magical! Our CMCS staff is THE best -- and our families, too!!!

 Good evening Community families, December 21, 2020 - January 8, 2021 School Resumes January 11, 2021 School Re-opening Survey Thank you for those of you who joined me for TeaTime with Toni this past Thursday. As of Friday morning, only 34% of families had completed the survey with 1/3 opting for online instruction only and 2/3 opting for the hybrid model. Today is the last day to submit your choice. Here is the link: https://reopening.lausd.net/familyselection . Remember, if you do not complete the survey, the hybrid model will be selected for you as the default.  Distribution Days December distribution days are scheduled for this Thursday and Friday, December 10-11. In addition to the materials that teachers are sending home, you will receive the Parent Handbook and guide, and a Book Pack for extra reading at home during the break. If you have students in separate classes and would like to make one trip, that is fine. You may choose which of the scheduled pick-up times to at...

 Hello Community Families, I hope you've enjoyed a restful Thanksgiving break and are ready to tackle the last 3 school weeks of 2020!  Tea-Time with Toni Please join me for Tea-Time this Thursday to discuss plans for returning to campus. This will be a meeting, not a webinar, so that I may take questions and concerns. If necessary, I will have a second meeting since the meeting will hold only 300 participants.  I look forward to seeing you there! https://lausd.zoom.us/j/85601860446?pwd=c0RFa0g3dTdOdkliSzBFMW1WMFp4QT09 Meeting ID: 856 0186 0446             Passcode: 152316