Middle School Principal’s Letter
Dear Parents,
Thank you for taking the time to read this week’s version of the News and Views. It was an eventful week. With only five more days remaining before the Winter Break, it was great to keep us all busy with engaging activities.
In grade eight, social studies students studied different types of government and presented their constitution research topic.
Congratulations to Mr. McCuaig, Mr. Dzamashvili, Mr. Khalifa, Ms. Shalaby, and Mr. Lazar for their creativity and hosting the concert series. Last Thursday we had the Choir performance, and on Sunday we had the Strings concert that was well attended. It was the first time back watching a live performance in the theater for many. We continued with the series of concerts with the band performance on Tuesday night. The final version of the series of shows will be tonight.
Students were busy this week taking summative assessments as semester one comes to an end. It is hard to believe that the semester is about to end. The intramural sports season ended today with the soccer finals for boys.
Once again, we want to thank the Booster club for the hot cocoa and cookies given to students on Tuesday. Mabrouk to the PTO for organizing the book fair. It is always a special event for students and parents.
We’ve begun auditioning for the Talent Show that will take place early in the second semester, in January. This is always a fun night, and our students always look forward to it.
Thank you for your continuous support of the middle school.
In Partnership,
Courtney Bailey
The Middle School Principal
Announcements
Moving on from CAC before the winter break?
Please use the link below to let us know if you are withdrawing from CAC this semester so that we can prepare records in time for your departure. (please note that this semester’s middle school report cards will not be available until January 13th, 2022)
https://cacegypt.org/index.php/withdrawal-request
A few days before your departure, a withdrawal form that includes several signatures must also be completed in order to clear any outstanding obligations, and turned in to the Admission/Registrar‘s Office to release records.
Registrar’s office
The Maadi Basketball Association (MBA)
The MBA is a basketball league for children in the Maadi community. This year, due to Covid-19, the MBA will only be for CAC students. The MBA is open to children from age 5 through 16, and is played in our gyms and outside basketball court. The season runs from Jan. 9 through March 2. Important MBA information is found on the registration form.
Register for the league at this link: Registration Link
*Important notice:
-We need parent volunteers to make the MBA successful. We need division coordinators, head coaches, asst. coaches, and team parents. If a parent volunteers to coach (head coach) a team, one of their child’s fees will be waived.
For more information, contact the MBA Coordinator, Monte Davis at: mdavis@cacegypt.org
TOGETHER WE CAN!
Bring NEW TOYS & WINTER ClOTHING ACCESSORIES for the children at Abu Al Reesh Public Hospital – (Dec.5 – Dec13)
In the RED Donation Boxes by the front gate & the ES Office – Our Goal is 500 Packages!
For more details about the hospital and the toys & accessories criteria, please click here
If you have any questions, please contact;
CAC PTO: cacpto@cacegypt.org
Service-Learning Coordinator(Ms. Ereeny) – egergess@cacegypt.org
COMING SOON!
Starting on Sundays after winter break – come to MS115 after school and prepare to face the alpacalypse!
Staying in Cairo during the Winter Break? How about volunteering?
Extra helping hands are needed to prepare & sort equipment in the Tech. department. No prior experience is required! Check the exact dates in this form to sign up or to let us know if you are interested to help on other days.
Service – Learning Office
Ms. Ereeny Gawdat
egergess@cacegypt.org
Alumni Who?
Our alumni continue to make us proud all over the world. Learn a little about a different alumnus every week and what he/she has been up to since graduation by clicking here.
From The MS/HS Library
Remember to return your overdue books before Winter Break! Overdue books may result in your Skyward Account being frozen.
The Battle of the Books Practice Round is this Tuesday and Wednesday! Check out the Battle of the Books Libguide! It has links to practice questions and more to prepare for December 14th/15th!
You now have access to 390 Magazines on Sora!
The MHS Library is excited to announce that we all now have access to 390 free magazines on Sora App! These can be read on your phone, tablet, or computer anywhere you go. Each issue has unlimited simultaneous downloads so there’s no waiting necessary. They can also be downloaded to read offline as you travel for Christmas break. There are also thousands of audio and e-books still available on Sora as well.
To access these, download the Sora App on your device or go to soraapp.com and login with your CAC Single Sign-on account. Contact me at mennis@cacegypt.org if you need help navigating Sora.
Happy Reading!
The MHS Library is for parents too!
Parents, please feel free to visit the MHS library just before and just after school to come check out books Sunday-Thursday. If you would like to spend more time in the library, please visit us on Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Parents are able to check out up to 10 items from our print collection at a time. We have books and magazines available for you to check out in the library and also online!
MS Activities & Sports
Note: There are no ASAs this week, December 12-16. You will meet again with your activity after Winter Break.
Check out the MS Athletics and Activities Website for more info. See Ms. Ennis in the library if you have any questions.
Three Cheers
Three Cheers to Mr. McCuaig, Mr. Dzamashvili, Ms. Shalaby, Mr. Lazar, and Mr. Khalifa for a fantastic Band/Strings and Choir concert series.
Three Cheers to Mr. Nashaat Ywakim for the lovely photos he has taken all year long.
Three Cheers to the custodial staff for their support of the high school faculty move from the MS to the HS building.
Three Cheers to Ms. Spencer for her efforts supporting our students, parents, and faculty.
Three Cheers to the Booster club volunteers for the winter treats on Tuesday.