December 7, 1941 - The Attack on Pearl Harbor

75 YEARS AGO...

Facts About Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona

Pearl Harbor Videos

Unit 2: New Unit of Study

Today, Monday, November 28, 2016,

we are beginning a new unit!

(See "Unit 2" listed under "Pages" on the Home Page.)

Unit 2

"Early Explorers"

Brief Summary of Unit:
This unit will focus on the conflicts and the cooperation that existed between and among Europeans and Native Americans during the early days of exploration and colonization. The cultural differences and competition for land led to conflicts among different groups of people in the Americas. Students will see how two groups of people, with different goals, perspectives, and values come into contact with each other, can either cooperate or have conflict. 

Happy Thanksgiving!

"Bet You Didn't Know..."

2016 Presidential Election!

"It's finally here...

ELECTION DAY!"

Go to Google Classroom

and view the PowerPoint and the included video

to learn more about the 2016 Presidential Election.

2016 Presidential Election

Use the "score sheet" handed out in class to keep up with the number of electoral college votes each major candidate receives 

as the election results are reported on Tuesday evening, November 8th.

(Go to Google Classroom for a copy of the electoral college "score sheet" 

that was handed out in class.)

Last "Performance Task" for Unit 1

(To be introduced on Monday, 11-7-16.)

Performance Task: TOTEMS!

With a partner, design and construct a family/clan/tribe totem like those of the Early People from the Northwest and Arctic Region that we have been studying in class.  

Apply at least three (3) concepts that were used by these groups.  

Write a brief explanation about the meaning of your totem/totem pole, as well as the meaning of each concept.

Be prepared to present in class by Wednesday, 11-16.

RUBRIC:

                    Design & Construction:            10 points

                    Concepts Applied (3):              12 points

                    Explanation:                               8 points                                            

                    Total Points Possible:           30 points

Happy Halloween!

Video:

Halloween: "Bet You Didn't Know!"

Video:
All About the Pumpkin

Website:

The History of Halloween

Red Ribbon Week

YOLO #YouOnlyLiveOnce 

"Be Drug Free"

was celebrated this week!

October 24^th - 28^th

Monday: “'REDy' to live a drug free life!" (Wear red.)

Tuesday: "Hats off to being bully and drug free!" (Wear hats.)

Wednesday: "Friends don’t let friends bully or do drugs!" (Dress like a friend.)

Thursday: "My future is bright! No drugs in sight!" (Dress in college gear, or dress up as your future career.)

Friday: “'PAWsitively' Drug Free!" (Wear Wampus Cat gear.)

In addition to theme-dress days, 

candy grams were sold during each lunch.

"We've had a GREAT week at CSMS!"

No School!

No school tomorrow, 
10-21-16, 
for students!

Enjoy a 3-day weekend!

The Ancient Civilization Parade was a huge success!

Making learning more real, 

more meaningful, 

and longer-lasting for our students.

Ancient Civilization Performance Task

Unit 1 - Ancient Civilization Performance Task:  (20 points)

• Students are to come in costume and/or with props representing one of the four civilizations we have been studying in class. (synthesis)
• Students must be prepared to justify and explain in what way they are representing the civilization they selected. (analysis)

Come representing one of the four ancient civilizations:

1. The Olmecs
2. The Mayas
3. The Aztecs
4. The Incas

Click here for Pictures from the past...


See Google Classroom for more, helpful information 
and a printable rubric!

"Bring everything you need 
for our parade on Friday!"

FREEDOM WEEK

In honor of our Nation's freedoms,
this week is "Freedom Week".

To help us observe Freedom Week,

Army Maj. Gen. Ronald S. Chastain presented 
Flag Education
to our CSMS 5th Graders this afternoon!

Thank you, Maj. Gen. Chastain!

A little about Maj. Gen. Chastain:  He has command thousands of soldiers, not only in Arkansas but soldiers serving abroad in harm’s way.  His 38‐year military career included serving as the adjutant-General of the Arkansas National Guard, Commander (of 5,000 soldiers) of the 39^th Brigade Combat Team during Operation Iraqi Freedom II, and Commander of the 25th Rear Operations Center during Operation Desert Storm.  He served as Chief of Staff (during wartime) for the United States Forces Korea.  He has lived in Conway for more than 30 years and retired in 2010 as the Deputy Commanding General for the Arkansas Army National Guard at the U.S. Army Forces Command.  He is now a member of the Arkansas Military Veterans’ Hall of Fame and works with the office of Arkansas Senator John Boozman.  What an honor it was to have Army Maj. Gen. Ronald S. Chastain at CSMS! 

POW

Beginning TOMORROW, Friday, September 23, 

if you do not complete 60% or more of a graded assignment, 

you will be subject to the POW procedures. 

POW means "Power of Work". 

This is our failure-prevention tracking system. 

Click on this link for more details.  

POW - "Power of Work"

All students are expected to complete all assignments every day. 

ANNOUNCEMENT

STUDENTS AND PARENTS:

Don't forget to order your CSMS ALL-COLOR Yearbook!

Order forms are due by Friday, October 7th, 

or you may order online at www.jostensyearbooks.com.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

and

Thursday, September 22, 2016

4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

in the CSMS Caferteria

Box Top Competition

Box Top Competition

HELP US EARN CASH FOR OUR SCHOOL!

Now is the time to gather up all those Box Tops and Labels for Education that you've been saving. Put them together to bring to our school! Even if you only have a few, it's important to bring them in. We will have a reward this year for the grade that brings in the most Box Tops!  5th Graders should bring Box Tops to Mrs. Sanders. The last day to turn in Box Tops this fall is Friday, October 28th.  

The deadline for Box Tops 

is Friday, October 28th. 

COME ON, 5th GRADE, LET'S WIN THIS COMPETITION! 

Celebrate Constitution Day!

September 17th

#WeThePeople

What happened on September 11, 2001?

Read about what happened on 9/11/01.
(Click on this link to read about 9/11/01.)

#NeverForget

Labor Day!

National Holiday

(Click on this link.)

Time for Kids - History of Labor Day

Why do we celebrate Labor Day? 

Open House

CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL 

OPEN HOUSE

Thursday, August 18th

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Bring your child's schedule. 

Meet in the school cafeteria.

You will go through your child's schedule, 

attend their classes
and meet their teachers!

WOO HOO!

What a GREAT

first week of school

at CSMS!

Congratulations, Parents and Students!

Students... "You're a big kid now!"

We are going to have a wonderful year!

School's Out for Summer!

Thank you, Parents, for your precious kiddos!

It's been a GREAT year in 5th Grade at CSMS!

Have a fun, safe summer!

First day of school for your new "6th Graders" will be Monday, August 15, 2016!

REWARD TIME!

HOMEWORK BASH 

is

TOMORROW!

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

Hi Everyone!

We desperately need BASH volunteers for Wednesday, May 11, 2016, -- especially for the 1:00-3:00 p.m. shift.  Thanks to all who have already volunteered!  http://vols.pt/NxBhvz

Please sign up for CSMS Homework Bash Spring 2016 on VolunteerSpot today! vols.pt This sign-up is for CSMS Homework Bash Spring 2016. Sign up online today and receive automated reminders for your spot!  THANK YOU!

Calendar for May!

3 Mrs. Caldwell will be out today for Professional Development at Central Office.
11  Homework Bash (all day)
12  Art Show (5:30 - 7:00 p.m.)

13  Choir Concert (6:00 p.m.)

17 Band Concert (7:00 p.m.)

18-20 Volleyball Tryouts

18 AWARDS ASSEMBLY - CHS AUDITORIUM (5th grade - 8:45 a.m.)

19  Talent Show (9 - 11 a.m.)

20 Yearbook Bash (all afternoon)

20 End of 4th 9-weeks grades

24 Movie Day Bash (a.m.)

25 Make-up Day for Homework Bash if needed (all day)
26 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!!!!

End of Year Activities

25-27 Talent Show Tryouts (after school, 3:20 p.m.)

26-27 5th grade ACT ASPIRE Testing (a.m.)

After Spring Break...

“STAY IN SCHOOL” WEEK

(March 29 – April 1)

Tuesday - Pajama Day!  “Follow your dreams; stay in school!” 

Wednesday – Hats and Shades Day!  “Our future is so bright; we have to wear shades!” 

Thursday - College and Career Day!  “Represent your favorite college, or show us what you want to be when you grow up!” 

Friday – Crazy Hat / Clothes / Hair Day!  “Don't be a fool, stay in school!” 

Spring Break!

We will be out of school next week for

Enjoy your time with family and friends!