The Cabin John Middle School PTSA is proud to participate in the 2025-2026 National PTA Reflections Program.
We are now accepting submissions for this year’s theme: “I Belong!”
Display your creativity via Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts.
For details, submission forms, contest rules, and questions, please visit: https://cabinjohnptsa.org/reflections-arts-program/.
Submission Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025.
We did it! We reached our goal of 450 members! Thank you to everyone who joined and helped us get there! Your support makes it possible for us to fund programs, events, and resources that make our school community shine. But we’re not stopping now – every new member strengthens our impact and helps us do even more for our students, families, and school staff. Plus, members get access to our online PTSA Directory. If you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time – become a PTSA member today and be part of something great!
Recently, two local families with children at Cabin John Middle School and Bells Mill Elementary School were severely affected by a devastating fire and have been displaced from their homes.
Our school communities are joining forces to support these families. We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has already donated or offered assistance. As recovery continues, these families still need our help. If you’re able, please consider contributing items or gift cards—every donation, big or small, makes a meaningful difference.
For details on needed items and drop-off locations, please visit the sign up Genius link.
The Cabin John MS Counseling Department is partnering with the Salvation Army for a second year to support Montgomery County students in need this holiday season. The CJMS community will sponsor 50 students.
There is a giving tree in the main office by the VMS. Each tag (“angel”) represents a student and lists four gift categories:
When you choose an angel, please plan to purchase all four items (Need, Want, Wear, and Read) for that student. For many of these children, these may be the only gifts they receive this holiday season.
How to participate:
For any questions, please contact Ms. Poole in the counseling office at Jennifer_A_Poole@mcpsmd.org or 240-406-1560.
This holiday season, the Wootton PTSA’s Holiday Helping Hands Program is sponsoring 37 Wootton Cluster families. Our program relies on donors from our community, and we need your help! Links to each child’s registry can be found here, and if you don’t have time to shop, feel free to donate cash/gift card, and we will shop for you. We also need grocery store gift cards for each family, and some students have requested gift cards to specific stores. Click here to find out how you can help!
Winston Churchill High School Performing Arts brings us “Once Upon a One More Time”—a Britney Spears Musical that promises to entertain. The group is putting on multiple shows all this month; get your tickets here.
MCCPTA has partnered with Montgomery County Public Libraries to present special film screenings of “Can’t Look Away,” a documentary on the dark side of social media and its sometimes fatal impact on teens. The film also touches on legal efforts to hold social media companies responsible for the addictive design of their platforms, which has also recently been in the news.
Participants can earn 3 SSL hours for attending and providing feedback. Parents and caregivers are also encouraged to attend.
There are two more upcoming screenings:
Don’t wait to register; seats fill up fast!
The Wootton High School Poms will be holding a Pee Wee Pom Clinic on Friday, December 19th which will be followed by the game later that evening. The clinic will be from 5:00-7:00pm in the Wootton High School cafeteria.
Participants will learn an age-appropriate poms dance routine and have the opportunity to perform alongside the Wootton Pom squad during halftime at approximately 8:00pm in the main gym. The game starts at 7:15pm. The cost is $50 per participant and includes a Pee Wee Pom t-shirt and a set of mini poms.
All are welcome; no dance or poms experience needed!
For more information or to register, please email the coach at Mia_Krawczel@mcpsmd.org. Please note that you must register to attend by filling out the registration Google form or emailing Mia_Krawczel@mcpsmd.org no later than Friday, December 12th.
We’re an after-school program serving children from the historic Scotland community in Potomac, MD, helping students grow in reading, math, and confidence. You can make a difference today by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List to give our students the tools they need to thrive. You can also click here to learn more about the Scotland Storm program and ways to support our community.
If you are an adult interested in volunteering or if you have any questions, please contact Renee TenEyck, Scotland Storm Program Director.
From time to time, the Cabin John Middle School PTSA enjoys sharing information about community programs, activities, and opportunities that families may find interesting. Please keep in mind that these events and groups are not sponsored, endorsed, or managed by the PTSA, and we cannot assume responsibility or liability for them. Participation is completely optional, and we encourage families to use their own judgment when deciding what works best for them.
Cabin John, in partnership with Bookworm Central, is excited to host our Fall Book Fair in the Media Center this November.
Discover a wonderful selection of books for every age and interest, from exciting new releases to beloved classics. It’s a great opportunity to find your next favorite read and support our school at the same time. Check out our catalog preview here.
New This Year: We’re offering eWallet, a safe and easy digital payment option for on-site student purchases. Create or log in to your child’s eWallet to get started. Every purchase from the Book Fair helps us earn rewards and resources for our school.
Volunteers Needed: We’d love your help to make this event a success. Whether you can assist with setup, cleanup, or work a shift or more during the fair, your time and support make a big difference.
Mark your calendars for our Fall Movie Night on Friday, November 7th 5:30-8pm in the CJMS cafeteria. Tickets are $5, which includes pizza and a drink. The evening will kick off with “carnival activities” before the movie begins! This is a student only event. Permission slips will be shared soon and tickets will be sold during lunch starting 11/3.
Parents – You are welcome to stop by the Fall Book Fair in the media center from 5:00-7:30pm. Don’t forget to grab some gifts for the holidays!
We hope to see our CJMS Cougars there for a fun night with friends!
