Halloween Costumes
Friday, October 29, students will be allowed to wear a costume to school if they choose to do so. Students should adhere to the following guidelines.
Student Halloween Costume Expectations:
Costumes must be appropriate and adhere to the dress code.
Not interfere with the classroom environment or prevent student from sitting in a desk, walking down hallway, etc. (no inflatable costumes)
Be respectable, appropriate, and be of a non-violent nature
Not contain any weapons (real or imitation). This includes, but is not limited to: swords, guns, knives, clubs, lasers, etc.
Hats/head coverings are appropriate only if the accessories coordinate with the costume, but cannot cover face.
Students must be recognizable--no face paint, full faced masks, etc.
Cover the student appropriately
Cannot display any alcohol, drug or cigarette logos or references
Any student with a questionable costume will be sent to the Main Office. If the costume is inappropriate the student will be asked to remove the part of the costume which is not in compliance. If this is not possible, a parent will be called to pick the child up from school or to bring something appropriate to the school and/or to resolve the problem.
Have a happy and safe Halloween!
Reminder that tomorrow (Friday) is the JCS Remote Learning Drill Day. Students will not report to school; classes will be virtual as follows:
8:00-8:20 1st period
8:30-8:50 2nd period
9:00-9:20 3rd period
9:30-9:50- 4th period
10:00-10:20 5th period
10:30-10:50 6th period
11:00-11:20- 7th period
11:30-11:50 8th period
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:00- Asynchronous Work if needed; Teacher Faculty Senate Meeting
Check out the CTMS Friday Early Release Schedule Here:
Staffing shortages are impacting school systems across the country. For Jefferson County Schools (JCS), the shortages have significantly affected our staff time to complete critical behind-the-scenes work that goes into sustaining excellence in teaching and learning. Beginning October 15th, Jefferson County Schools will dismiss students 1/2 day every Friday. Staff will spend 3 hours completing all non-student supervision work (planning, SAT/IEP meetings, creating instructional materials, deep cleaning, etc). A full explanation of the factors leading to this change and expectations for staff in using this time can be found in the “Sustaining Excellence Plan” on the JCS website https://5il.co/101uz
Panther families,
It is with great sadness that I announce the decision to postpone our traditional homecoming dance. After exploring several options that would allow the dance to proceed, we determined that it was in the best interest of students to wait and plan for an end-of-year dance this spring. We remain hopeful that health conditions in place in our school and county will improve by then.
Panther athletics will still host the homecoming game against Harpers Ferry Middle School at 3:30 PM on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Students are welcome to stay after school for the game; however, they will need their own transportation home. Adult admission to the game is $4, and student admission is $3. Students are encouraged to participate in numerous homecoming spirit activities occurring throughout the week of October 11-15. The scheduled activities are as follows:
October 11- No School for Students - Teacher Professional Learning Day
October 12- "Neon Out" Day - Wear your brightest Neon Attire
October 13- Classic Movie Day - Dress like a character from an iconic or classic movie (ex. Dorothy from Wizard of Oz, Ferris Bueller, Jack Sparrow)
October 14- Panther Thursday- Show your school spirit- 6th grade wear White, 7th grade wear Purple, 8th Grade wear Black
October 15- Super Hero Day- Dress like your favorite super hero (comic book, movie, or real life super hero)
We look forward to continuing a safe and successful school year. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Go Panthers,
Nicole Reed
Interim Principal
304-725-7821
It's KONA ICE time again! CTMS is excited to continue our partnership with Kona Ice for the 2021-22 school year.
Kona Ice will be here at CTMS on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8 for students to purchase products. Parents can pre-buy using the scan code provided to students or products can be purchased the day of. This week we will only be offering the $5.00 size.
Products will be available for purchase during the student's Learning Skills class. 25% of the sales will be donated back to the CTMS Relay for Life Fund and donated to Jefferson County Relay for Life.
We've got some important dates for families to remember this school year! Make sure to download the JCS 21-22 at a Glance Calendar and keep up with what's happening in your schools!
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1571584/JCS_21-22_at_a_Glance.pdf
School Picture day is coming!
Pictures will be taken on 10/20 and 10/21 during your English/Reading class.
Be on the look out for a specific class picture schedule and electronic picture order flyer to be released soon!!
We will always remember 9-11-2001 so our students never forget.
Charles Town Middle is excited to partner with Kona Ice for the 2021-22 school year. One time per month, beginning Friday, September 10, 2021, the Kona truck will be here at CTMS for students to purchase products. Parents can pre-buy using the scan code provided to students or products can be purchased the day of, with a range of prices of $3-$7. Products will be available for purchase during the student's Learning Skills class. 25% of the sales will be donated back to the CTMS Relay for Life Fund and donated to Jefferson County Relay for Life.
Please see the message attached concerning Charles Town Middle.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cxJYsb-dYe9bCE5UI2fvfSiQNruo00dW/view?usp=sharing
Jefferson Virtual Academy Device Distribution
Device pick-up for students confirmed for JVA enrollment will be held Friday, Aug 20th, at the Jefferson High School cafeteria. Devices will be distributed alphabetically by last name:
1:00 A-D
2:00 E-K
3:00 L-Q
4:00 R-Z
There will be additional opportunities for device pick up next week for families unable to attend on Friday.
Thank you for your patience. Please visit www.https://www.jcswv.org/page/jefferson-virtual-academy for more updates.
Charles Town Middle student schedule pick up is Friday, August 20 8:30-11:30 or 1:00-2:00. Unfortunately, the school will not be open for tours at that time. If you are unable to pick it up, all students will receive an additional copy in 1st period Monday morning.
Just a reminder, WV State law requires all children entering school for the first time in K-12 must show proof of immunizations, in addition 7th and 12th graders must show additional proof of Tdap and MCV4 (meningitis) immunizations. If you need help obtaining immunizations for your student, please contact the Jefferson County Health Department at 304-728-8416, or your Primary Care Physician.
https://www.jcswv.org/page/immunization-information
Reminder WV State law requires all children entering school for the first time in k-12 must show proof of immunizations, in addition 7th and 12th graders must show additional proof of Tdap and MCV4 (meningitis) immunizations." If you need help obtaining immunizations for your student, please contact the Jefferson County Health Department at 304-728-8416, or your Primary Care Physician.
https://www.jcswv.org/page/immunization-information
The robots have taken over the JCS Summer Experience!! These future engineers and scientists made some great projects this week. We've had a lot of fun learning with STEM!
PRE-REGISTER for the August 12th and 13th "Conectàndome" event that will be held at Ranson Elementary School from 6-7pm. The purpose of this HLA sponsored event is to empower parents/caregivers within the Hispanic/Latino community to start the school year off right!
Thanks to Appalachian Storyteller Adam Booth, who visited the JCS Summer Experience Tuesday. He spoke to students and staff about our wild and wonderful state and region!
Our students are harnessing the sun during the JCS Summer Experience! It is a delicious way to end the final week of this wonderful summer program! Thank you to our amazing staff for their hard work engaging kids!
Welcome back to School Panthers and Families. See below for a letter from the Administration.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pw_c5aOa__FXHYowYy5GBnlFYuJ7UIFo/view?usp=sharing