Author: Greer Bautz

On Tuesday, May 12 the PTSA will bring Profession Cixin Wang from the University of Maryland (https://education.umd.edu/directory/cixin-wang) on the topic of “Parenting During a Pandemic.” Dr. Wang will speak to our community about the challenges and anxieties about parenting during unprecedented times. She will provide strategies for parents as well as answer questions from our community. Please mark your calendars to join us for this special evening. A webex will follow closer to the event.

Silver Diner-RIO is continuing the offer free meals to students and families affected by the school shutdown

Location: Silver Diner-RIO Takeout Entrance on Boardwalk Place

• Meals are available Monday – Friday starting at 2:00 PM until supplies last.
• No ID or proof of eligibility required.
• Children do not need to be present.
• Cars must line up on Washingtonian Blvd. outside the parking garage and will be directed through at 2:00 PM. Cars must not block intersections, driveways or other access points.
• Walkup line is ONLY for customers coming by public transportation. Customers coming by car may not use the walkup line.
• Limit of 4 meals per car.

Below are links to several community events. We’re aware these are uncertain times and remind everyone to watch the MCPS communications for any changes to school events. These have been in the works for several months and are all part of the PTSA and Montgomery County calendar of events. We want to inform our community of what is available for those who wish to participate and attend.

Please Join CJMS to view a powerful new documentary, Upstanders, that explores many of the challenges our students/children face as they grow up in a digital world.

This will be our PTSA meeting for March (in lieu of 3/10)

The Upstanders​ explores cyber-bullying,  bullying among friends, families, co-workers  and the brain science behind it all.
The film highlights new laws and programs already reducing bullying in schools and shows us how we can learn to make a difference together to create systemic change.

The Upstanders ​ is the third in a trilogy and a follow-up to IndieFlix Foundation’s highly-successful films, such as the recently released, ​LIKE ​ a documentary about the impact of social media on our lives and,​ ​Angst: Raising Awareness About Anxiety. See the trailer here: https://www.theupstanders.com/

WHEN: March 24th, 7:00 PM

WHERE: CJMS All Purpose Room (Cafeteria) WHO: Parents, Students and Community Members A discussion of the topic and the steps CJMS and MCPS are taking to address the issue will follow the presentation.

With spring comes two new exciting after school offerings!

Flex Academies — opening March 9! 

March 31-June 2 Each class meets one day a week for 8 weeks.
Register at: https://flexacademiescabinjohn.jumbula.com March 9 at 7 pm to March 24 at 11:59 pmFlex Academies Contact: info@flexacademies.com  Phone#:  (240) 654-0877
See Spring 2020 Schedule

Girls on the Run

March 10 to May 19 run after school Tuesdays and Thursdays until 4:30 with Ms. Barry and Ms. Rogers. Register here: https://www.girlsontherunofmoco.org/Register-Now

We are excited to be hosting Career Day on Friday, March 27th, 2020, from 8:30am -11:00am. Thank you for your interest in helping us make this a great opportunity for our students to learn about the world of work, and the myriad of opportunities ahead of them.

There are three grade levels, 6th, 7th and 8th grade, each divided into groups of around 25-28 students.

The morning will be divided into four sessions of 30 minutes each, with a five minute break between presentations.

Session 1: 8:35am- 9:05am

Session 2: 9:10am- 9:40am

Session 3: 9:45am- 10:15am

Session 4: 10:20am- 10:50am

Presenters will remain in the same room with equipment, props and visuals. Students will rotate into the room and then move on to their next scheduled presentation.

Here are some useful Tips for Career Day Speakers.

Please email me at Suzanne_M_Abu-Sharr@mcpsmd.org with any questions.

Many thanks for your interest and support!

From the Churchill PTSA:

March 17 – PTSA Meeting: Churchill 101 for New Families – We will be welcoming our incoming Churchill families to participate in Q&A from current parents and students – we will try to help them learn a bit about the school culture to help everyone make a good adjustment next fall, and not be wondering (or worrying) about student life details over the summer! Q&A to include such items as: How do you join clubs?  What is DECA? How do the Athletics and Booster Clubs work? When are auditions? How does lunch work? What do counselors do? Do I use a locker? etc.  Please invite specific families you know who will be at Churchill next year! We will also send out invitations to Hoover and Cabin John families.  Please think of attending with your student to give a helpful overview to incoming students and their parents who will attend.

CJMS PTA is pleased to announce the following pre-planned Student Service Learning (SSL) activities for the spring 2020.  Contact Karen Derringer (parent organizer) with questions at 301-520-8066 (text or call). Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A8AF229-sslevent

Sunday, March 22 from 1pm-4pm: Trail cleanup near Clara Barton Recreation Center’s tennis courts.  Address is 7425 MacArthur Boulevard, Cabin John, MD 20818 but we will meet at the tennis courts.  Gloves and trash bags will be provided.  Event sponsored by Friends of Cabin John Creek (FOJOC). Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A8AF229-ssleven

Saturday, April 18 from 9am-Noon: Creek cleanup in Wolftree Park which backs up to I-270.  Meet at the public easement access point next to 3 Whippoorwill Court, Rockville, MD. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Event sponsored by Friends of Cabin John Creek (FOJOC). Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A8AF229-sslevent

Sunday, May 3 from 9am-Noon: Back by popular demand, there will be a spring “tidy-up” at Lifeline Horse Rescue & Rehabilitation.  Kids will do various chores around the farm which could include mucking the barn, picking up sticks, barn painting among other activities. Kids will also have an opportunity to feed and pet the marvelous rescues at this magical farm. Lifeline is located at: 22600 Robin Court, Gaithersburg Maryland 20882. Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A8AF229-sslevent

Sunday, May 17 from 9am-Noon: Kids will pick up trash along Bells Mill Road to help the neighborhood and show school pride.  Meet at CJMS parking lot. Gloves and trash bags will be provided courtesy of the MNCPPC. Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C48A8AF229-sslevent

Join us for an evening of organic burgers and fun on Wednesday, March 18 from 4-8pm at Elevation Burger at Park Potomac. Their specialties are organic grass-fed burgers along with olive oil fries but organic chicken sandwiches and Beyond burger plant based menu items will satisfy every palate in the family.  Help support a CJMS family business AND the PTSA at Elevation Burger on the 18th!