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CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL
February 2022
A note from Mrs. Alterio This issue:
MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Contact Information
Happy February! We have officially begun the 2nd semester and are more PAGE 02
than halfway through the school year. As we begin the second semester, most
of our students have received new schedules and will see changes to their Upcoming Dates
exploratory classes. Our wide range of classes allow our students to learn PAGE 02
new skills and expand their interests.
Middle School Happenings
During February, we celebrate Black History Month. At CHMS, we are taking PAGES 03-07
the time to recognize the sacrifices, contributions and achievements of
African Americans. This month-long recognition allows us to reflect upon CHMS Reminders
the past and help build a better future. We will be shining a light on some of PAGE 08
the stories, voices and accomplishments that belong in our classrooms and
Student of the Month
curriculum. We are committed to the work to continually bring not only this
history to the forefront, but also to ensure that all of our students see PAGE 09
themselves within our curriculum and community.
P-Tech Information
Thank you for your ongoing kindness and support! Go Eagles! PAGE 10
Remote Learner Checklists
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PTA News
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CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL
716.836.7200
http://www.clevehill.org
Access allowed: 7:35 am
Classes begin: 7:45 am
Dismissal: 2:42 pm
CHMS PAGE 01
CONTACT INFO
District Office: 8550
Principal– Mrs. Alterio: 8543
Asst. Principal– Mr. Christie: 8434
Middle School Office- Mrs. Best: 8430
Middle School Attendance- Mrs. McNess: 8448
School Counselor- Mrs. Balthasar: 8446
School Social Worker- Ms. Barth: 8328
School Psychologist- Mrs. Hillyard: 8520
Middle School Nurse- Ms. Lepsch: 8330
Special Education Office- Mrs. Jaje: 8500
FAX NUMBERS:
836-7741 Middle School Office
566-3619 Health Office
UPCOMING DATES
BOE Meeting: February 2
PTA Spring Fundraiser Begins: February 7
PTA Executive Meeting: February 8
1/2 Day Staff Development: February 9
BOE Meeting: February 16
PTA Spring Fundraiser Orders Due: February 18
President's Day-No School: February 21
Mid-Winter Recess: February 22-25
CHMS PAGE 02
February: Black History Month
We will be celebrating Black History Month by highlighting the contributions made by African
Americans in our country. During our announcements each morning, students will learn about a
mixture of historical and current African American figures that have made a positive impact on
society.
Cursive Club
Over the last year, one of the popular trends on TikTok and Instagram
has been handwriting! There are tons of videos of individuals
demonstrating their calligraphy and cursive skills. Mrs. Kuzdzal
discovered that many of our students wanted to learn how to write in
cursive, so she has started an informal cursive club! Check out their
great work below!
Freeze Challenge
We are celebrating the winter weather this month with
a "Freeze Challenge." Each day, Mrs. Alterio or Mr.
Christie will call a "freeze" in the building. Teachers
will look around the room and determine if all students
are properly wearing their masks when the "freeze" is
called. If so, the class is entered to win a prize! We are
also delivering daily prizes to winning classrooms. We
have a big treat for our overall winner in February.
Hint: the prize may or may not involved Mrs. Alterio
and Mr. Christie being covered in ice!
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Team Spirit: Bills Edition
Leading up until the playoffs, Mrs. Peters and our art students were busy creating a Bills
mural/locker magnet display. We were hoping the mural would bring good luck to the team, but
unfortunately, the Chiefs had other plans for us! The mural will be a good luck charm for when
we go to the Super Bowl (and win) next year!
"Compliments of the Kind Club" Bulletin Board
Take a look at our Kindness Club bulletin board for the month of January. Students were encouraged
to "take what they needed" from the board. The board displayed compliments and positive
affirmations for students.
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Academic Challenge Bowl
Academic Challenge Bowl had their first meet against Hamburg
and West Seneca last month. During the meet, our team was able
to demonstrate their academic wisdom by answering some very
tough trivia questions! Our team will have another meet later this
month. Interested in joining the club? Please see Mrs. Sullivan!
Clark, Bradley, Christopher Nathan, Krishmat, Lilyana and Reagan, Brayden, Ella and Jax.
and Abigail. Michael.
Welcome Miss. Waldron
Mrs. Balthasar, our school counselor, is out on leave for a few weeks. While she is gone, Ms.
Waldron will be filling in at CHMS! Some of the 8th graders may remember Ms. Waldron because
she was Mrs. Balthasar’s intern two years ago during the 2019-20 school year. Students may stop
down to see Ms. Waldron to discuss their grades and/or any other issues or concerns! Please give
her a big Eagle welcome! You can reach Ms. Waldron via email at: ewaldron@clevehill.org.
6th Grade ELA
Students in Ms. Bruno's ELA class completed a "Gallery Walk" as a pre-reading activity for their next
novel, The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963. Students traveled to different stations throughout the
classroom and, while staying socially distant, wrote "I Notice, I Wonder" statements about the images
related to the book. Keep up the good work!
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Back in the "Normal"
Swing of Things:
Tech Wars
It was great to return from the one year hiatus, (due to COVID regulations) to attend the annual
Tech Wars competition. The last time students were able to attend was in January 2020 and
students were practically begging to return! Those who attended were given a much needed chance
to expand their skills.
Middle School students entered several competitions: small bridges, CO2 cars, mousetrap cars,
Vex-robots, and the on site engineering challenge. With hundreds of entries, we were short of the
top awards, however, the experience was rewarding for all. In the post competition meeting,
students shared that they would love to return to Tech Wars. “Growth Mindset” has been embedded
in the school curriculum at the Hill that the students' attitudes are extremely positive and they are
striving for success like never before. Not obtaining a trophy is not a sign of failure; but can be
the start of achievement and success!
Thanks to the funding received from our district, we were able to enter our first ever VEX
Robotics Competition and the results were very encouraging. Students gained a great deal of
experience and spent the day learning from other schools and judges and walked away from TECH
WARS with an excitement and eagerness to grow this program. Overall, we had students in a wide
variety of competitions and as educators it was inspiring to watch the students so excited and
involved in so many aspects of Technology.
Thanks to Mr. McNess and Mr. Schiesser for submitting these photos and the article!
The entire team at the conclusion of the day
(middle and high school students)
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Small bridge Emma and Kennedy Dylan getting
competitors checked in checking in their feedback from the
and waiting to have Small Bridge for the Small Bridge judge
their bridges tested. competition. about his bridge.
Images of our first ever VEX Robotics
Teams competing at TECH WARS.
They built and programmed these robots
and operated them during the competition.
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CHMS Reminders
Early Dismissal
Reminder
Parents are asked to submit a note
Chromebook
when picking their child up early Reminders
from school. Also, please remember Please remind your child to charge
that parents will need to show ID his/her Chromebook every night.
when picking up their child for early Additionally, students are reminded to
dismissal. bring their chargers to school everyday.
Health Office Reminder
Does your child text you during the day to tell
you they are not feeling well? Do they ask you to
come pick them up? If so, you are not alone.
However, due to COVID-19 protocols, we are
asking all parents to please tell their child to see
the nurse if he/she is not feeling well while in Please remember: if your child is ill,
school. We are working hard to keep all of our please keep them home from school and
students and staff safe. Thank you for your call our attendance office at ext. 8448.
cooperation!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
STUDENT OF THE MONTH
January 2022
Grade 7: Kevin Brunner
Kindness is one of the most important qualities that a person can have. People that
are kind demonstrate this quality in both what they do and say. Kevin Brunner, the
7th grade selection for Student of the Month, truly shows kindness regularly, without
any expectation of being recognized for doing so. His positive attitude and disposition
make everyone’s day a little brighter. He assists his teachers with passing out
materials, fixing technology issues, and responds to requests for help from his peers.
Kevin’s teachers described him as being someone who seeks opportunities to improve
himself each day. He is enthusiastic about his academic progress and consistently
takes pride in what he does by giving his all. Kevin is not afraid to try new things,
learn from his mistakes, and maintain a growth mindset which will serve him well as
he continues his academic career. Setbacks are temporary for Kevin, because he uses
them to move forward and become a better version of himself. He takes an active role
in his learning, participating in class with insightful ideas. Kevin’s work ethic was a
consistent quality identified by nearly all of his teachers. He listens to the advice and
feedback of his teachers and applies this to the challenges presented to him. He is the
first student to arrive at his classes and always prepared for learning.
Kevin has an amazing personality as well. Aside from being kind and helpful, he has
an outstanding sense of humor. Kevin is a joy to be around, not only for what he does,
but for who he is. This is a young man with integrity and a strong moral compass. All
of Kevin’s teachers mentioned that he is an excellent role model for his peers. He is
also a member of the bowling team, where he takes the initiative to help less
experienced teammates. Although his commitment to the team is extensive, Kevin
easily balances both the athletic and academic demands of his time. He leads by
example and demonstrates the qualities of what it means to be a student and athlete at
Cleveland Hill.
Kevin is everything and more of what his teachers ask him to be. It is an absolute
pleasure to have him as a member of the 7th grade this school year. Teachers
expressed that they are thankful for Kevin and what he does to make school a better
place. He is an outstanding student, person, and role model. The 7th grade team is
honored to choose Kevin to represent the entire grade level as Student of the Month.
Kevin, congratulations on earning this recognition and keep up the great work!
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6th Grade
A guide to help you and your child while learning from
home.
Daily Requirements
Step 1: Students must check their email at least two times per day (morning and afternoon).
Step 2: Read through each class below and complete assignments for the class.
Questions? Email your teachers for assistance
Math English: Crane/Bruno
What do to: Check Google Classroom What do to: An email will be sent out to the
student. The student should refer to Google
What you need: Our math packet would be Classroom.
helpful, but not necessary. Assignments can be
completed using Kami. What you need: Class novel, Chromebook
Social Studies Science
What do to: Check Google Classroom What do to: Join class virtually (1:45 meetings
are on A,B,D and E days)
What you need: Chromebook, ancient history
newspapers/ can be accessed online at What you need: Science fair packet,
www.studiesweekly.com, or come to school chromebook
office to pick up a paper copy,
Read 180: Cyrek Mrs. Bunce
What do to: Check email, then Google Classroom What do to: Students should follow the same
procedures as the core teachers provided.
What you need: Online Read 180 Program,
Chromebook What you need: Chromebook
Health 6 Physical Education
What do to: Check your email for assignments What do to: Points will not be deducted while
out for COVID. Students do not have to worry
What you need: Chromebook about completing work for Physical Education
class.
What you need: No materials needed
PAGE 116th Grade
Art STEM
What do to: Check Google Classroom for What do to: Always check Google Classroom
assignments (everything is sorted by topic, so look under the
classwork section). Do not email completed
What you need: Art portfolio- varies from unit to assignments, submit through Google Classroom.
unit
What you need: Chromebook
Tech/Computer
General Music
Literacy
What do to: Google Classroom will be the
What do to: Check Google Classroom primary communication, and email will be used
if individual instruction and attachments are
What you need: Chromebook, headphones needed
What you need: Chromebook
Speech * Band/Chorus
What do to: Google MEET will be offered for tele What do to: Check Google Classroom
therapy especially if a mandated IEP student. If
they agree and are interested then I will email What you need: Chromebook
the link to their email, and the parent email.
What you need: Chromebook
*Select students only
Mrs. Marchewka *
What do to: Check Google Classroom and emails
What you need: Chromebook
PAGE 127th Grade
A guide to help you and your child while learning from
home.
Daily Requirements
Step 1: Students must check their email at least two times per day (morning and afternoon).
Step 2: Read through each class below and complete assignments for the class.
Questions? Email your teachers for assistance.
Math ELA: Thompson
What do to: A daily email will be sent to students with What do to: #1: Check Google Classroom. All
assignments with the subject "Absent math work." assignments and instructional videos will be posted for
students to complete. #2: Check email for
What you need: Red Math Folder with current Packet individualized correspondence regarding assignments.
and HW What you need: AR book, class novel and Chromebook
Social Studies Science
What do to: Check our Google Classroom. Some
What do to: Check Google Classroom daily. Mr. Menzie science assignments do not translate well to a remote
may also send an email. assignment, so if you see something that seems like
you won't be able to complete it at home, please email
What you need: Chromebook me and we will figure something out together.
What you need: Chromebook
Read 180: Mitchell Spanish
What do to: Remote Learners should check their What do to: Remote learners should review all
emails, then check Google Classroom each day they assignments posted in Google Classroom. The date
are out for assignments and activities. They are will be featured next to each assignment.
expected to complete a minimum of 20 minutes per
day of software, and of independent reading. What you need: If possible, Spanish folder/binder.
Please note that this is not required to complete the
What you need: Read 180 workbook, their assigned work.
folders and their independent reading books.
Health 7 Physical Education
What do to: Check your email for assignments What do to: Points will not be deducted while
out for COVID. Students do not have to worry
What you need: Chromebook about completing work for Physical Education
class.
What you need: No materials needed
PAGE 137th Grade
Art STEM
What do to: Check Google Classroom for What do to: Always check Google Classroom
assignments. (everything is sorted by topic, so look under the
classwork section). Do not email completed
What you need: Art portfolio- varies from unit to assignments, submit through Google Classroom.
unit
What you need: Chromebook
Tech/Computer
General Music
Literacy
What do to: Google Classroom will be the
What do to: Check Google Classroom primary communication, and email will be used
if individual instruction and attachments are
What you need: Chromebook, headphones needed
What you need: Chromebook
Speech * Band/Chorus
What do to: Google MEET will be offered for tele What do to: Check Google Classroom
therapy especially if a mandated IEP student. If
they agree and are interested then I will email What you need: Chromebook
the link to their email, and the parent email.
What you need: Chromebook
Mrs. Marchewka *
What do to: Check Google Classroom and emails
What you need: Chromebook
PAGE 148th Grade
A guide to help you and your child while learning from
home.
Daily Requirements
Step 1: Students must check their email at least two times per day (morning and afternoon).
Step 2: Read through each class below and complete assignments for the class.
Questions: Email your teachers for assistance.
Math ELA: Zmuda
What do to: Check Google Classroom - our daily lessons are posted as Edpuzzle
videos. Watch the video and then email your teacher so we can check your score. The What do to:
weekly homework should also be completed by Friday (or turn is in Wednesday for a
chance to do corrections). You may complete this by emailing your teacher a list of
-Complete work in Google Classroom
the multiple choice answers. You do not have to compete warm ups when learning -Read AR book
remotely. -Email Mrs. Zmuda with any questions
What you need: You do not need to have any materials from math class. A digital
copy of the unit workbook is posted to Google Classroom in case you need to What you need: AR book, Chromebook
reference that for any questions in the daily Edpuzzle videos.
Social Studies Science
What do to: Students should check Google classroom; What do to: Always check Google Classroom.
all distance learning assignments will be there. I will You should be receiving emails from me telling
also send a reminder email stating that. We discuss you of assignments and what is going on in class.
this in class daily, if a student finds themselves going
If you don't receive an email, feel free to email
distant learning, everything will be in Google
Classroom.
me and remind me.
What you need: Chromebook What you need: Chromebook
Spanish Algebra *
What do to: Check Google Classroom - our daily lessons are posted as
What do to: Check Google Classroom (Classwork Edpuzzle videos. Follow along and copy the notes into your workbook.
Then complete the practice work assigned for that day. (The specific
Tab) practice work problems will be updated in Google Classroom around
1:30p each day). You can email your teacher a picture of the practice work
What you need: Chromebook to be graded, or wait to have it checked when you return to school. You
do not need to complete daily warm ups when learning remotely.
What you need: Chromebook, unit packet, graphing calculator
Health 8 Physical Education
What do to: Check your email for assignments What do to: Points will not be deducted while
out for COVID. Students do not have to worry
What you need: Your Chromebook about completing work for Physical Education
class.
What you need: No materials needed
PAGE 158th Grade
Art STEM
What do to: Check Google classroom for What do to: Always check Google Classroom
assignments. (everything is sorted by topic, so look under the
classwork section). Do not email completed
What you need: Art portfolio- varies from unit to assignments, submit through Google Classroom.
unit
What you need: Chromebook
Tech/Computer
General Music
Literacy
What do to: Google Classroom will be the
What do to: Check Google Classroom primary communication, and email will be used
if individual instruction and attachments are
What you need: Chromebook, headphones needed
What you need: Chromebook
Speech * Band/Chorus
What do to: Google MEET will be offered for tele What do to: Check Google Classroom
therapy especially if a mandated IEP student. If
they agree and are interested then I will email What you need: Chromebook
the link to their email, and the parent email.
What you need: Chromebook
Read 180: Duggan Mrs. Marchewka *
What do to: Check email, then Google What do to: Check Google Classroom and emails
Classroom.
What you need: Chromebook
What you need: Chromebook
*Select students only
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