Middle School Principal’s Letter
Dear Parents,
Thank you for reading this week’s version of the News and Views. It was a solid four days of teaching and learning. Students and teachers are adjusting to the rhythm of the school year, and everyone is settling in nicely.
We had our back-to-school night, and I was impressed with the turnout. We would like to thank parents for taking the time to recognize the value of attending this event. It is a great way to build the home-school partnership that helps students to flourish. More than ever before, we need to rely on each other to help students manage the dopamine culture they live in.
The feedback from the evening was very positive.
A reminder that next week we begin MAP testing. We ask that parents ensure their child gets sufficient sleep the night before. They should also have something to eat so they have the energy to do their best. Please remind them to bring a water bottle from home (with their name on it).
The first test will be on Monday, focusing on Reading. On Wednesday, they will take Math, and on Thursday, they will finish up with Language Usage.
A reminder, if you haven’t signed up for a PRIME Trip, then the expectation is that your child will attend the Cairo-based trip. This week of exploration learning in the middle school is mandatory and not a week off for students. If students are absent, it will be considered an unexcused absence.
On September 10th, we will hold our Parent Coffee Morning in room 115, beginning at 8:15. Additionally, on Thursday, September 11th, we will host the Welcome Back Social after school from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This is another way for students to bond and make new friends. It promises to be an evening of good, clean fun.
Thank you for your continuous support of the middle school.
In Partnership,
Courtney Bailey
The Middle School Principal
Announcements
Open Gym Basketball – Saturday, September 6th
Coach Pumla is out of town this weekend, so there will not be open gym for the girls unfortunately.
All Middle School basketball boys will have the opportunity to play open gym basketball this Saturday in the main gym.
Boys will play at 1:00 with basketball coaches in attendance.
CCA Season 1 Starts Sunday, September 7th
Sunday Activities are:
– Art Club: MS L06
– Backing Club: MS Teachers’ Lounge
– Community Badminton: Main Gym
– Lego Robotics: ES I-Space
Reminder! Sports’ Practices:
Cross Country Sundays and Wednesdays
Basketball Mondays and Thursdays
🎉 MS WELCOME BACK SOCIAL! 🎉
The Middle School is kicking off the year with an exciting event you won’t want to miss!
📅 Date: Thursday, September 11th
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Outdoor Basketball Court & Old MS Field
Join us for an evening of games, music, and fun as we celebrate the start of a brand-new school year! 🎶🏀
💿 Got a favorite song?
We’re taking music requests! Fill out the form and let us know your favorite tunes, before Tuesday, September 9th at 4:00pm! —we’ll be playing your selections during the event!
🍔 Feeling hungry?
The Booster Café will be open and selling delicious food and drinks throughout the social. Don’t forget to bring cash!
Come reconnect with friends, meet new classmates, and enjoy the vibrant Middle School spirit.
See you there!
Student Council Elections
Campaigning is underway! You have seen the candidates’ posters and have talked to them in the hallways; now it’s time to hear what they have to say in a formal speech. Speeches will take place on Monday, September 15th during advisory in the theater; elections to follow during breaks and lunch in room 115. Support your peers and get to know your candidates so you can make an informed decision when you vote. You will be voting for the position of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. You can read and learn more about the candidates here: Student Council Candidate Bios
Congratulations to all the candidates for taking the first steps toward leadership and exhibiting the core value of courage. Good luck campaigning!
If you would like to be a STUCO Representative, there is still time, reach out toe Ms. Torky or Ms. Genidy
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President |
Vice President |
Treasurer |
Secretary |
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Omar Khalifa Olivia Tanner Yujin Jung Malika Nassar Kwame Ofori Yeboah |
Sherif Soukar Leila Karam |
Margaret Kvols Mariam Abdelnour Aissa Amoako Omar Yassin |
London Bernards Haleema Elnaggar |
Mark your Calendars!
The 4th Annual Service Fair
Wednesday September 10
11:00 – 4:00 MS Lawn
Our Annual Service Fair is a networking event where various local organizations are invited to CAC to meet our students, teachers, and parents.
This is an opportunity to extend education beyond the classroom and inspire compassionate actions. Among the organizations coming,
we have The African Hope Learning Center, The Health & Hope Oasis, The Egyptian Clothing Bank, and many others.
Come, Discover Opportunities, Learn about local organizations, and Explore how you can make a real impact.
Fall Softball
We have a CAC team in the CASL Softball league. It’s a community league and we play at “The Field.” Boys and girls in grades 7-12 are able to play on this team.
All games are on Friday morning or early afternoon. We only have one practice in the season.
It’s a good opportunity to strengthen your skills and bond with other players if you are intending to play softball (girls) or baseball (boys) in the spring season.
All games are on Friday morning or early afternoon. We only have one practice in the season.
If you are interested, please let me know as soon as you can.
Our first and only practice is on Friday, Sept. 5th. Our first game is on Friday, Sept. 12th. The season runs until early December.
Coach Davis
montedaviseg54@gmail.com
Degla Dash Against Cancer September 19th
Mike Ross was a beloved PE teacher at CAC who passed away after a battle with cancer in 1995.
Please join our annual community run to raise money for recovering cancer patients. This event is appropriate for all ages.
CLICK HERE for more information and registration.
Jr. Golf Club Donations
The Activities Office seeks donations of jr. golf clubs and equipment for our upcoming grade 4/5 golf program.
Please send any donations to the MS Office or the ES Activities Office.
We are happy to accept any used equipment.
The Heart Run – October 17th in Palm Hills
Run the Race, Save a Heart
Mark your calendar for October 17th and join the Heart Run in Palm Hills to benefit the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation.
The run is your chance to put your best foot forward and make a difference.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, heal hearts by taking part in the run, support a great cause and have fun with friends and family.
All proceeds from registration and donations go directly to support free heart surgeries. Run the Race, Save a Heart.
Link for registration: https://stamina-sports.com/heart-run
Promo code for 20% off: HART20
From the PTO
At the start of the year, much of our focus is on building community.
One way PTO supports this is through informal WhatsApp groups that help parents connect.
Please note these are not official school communication channels.
We offer broad groups for each division (Elementary, Middle, High School), grade-level groups, and classroom groups in Elementary.
Each serves a unique purpose, so it’s helpful to join the ones relevant to you.
Division-level chats are best for announcements or questions that affect the whole division.
To share a community event, please contact a group admin who can forward your message to keep chats from becoming cluttered.
For the Elementary School, there will be one main channel for announcements and reminders.
This helps us avoid repeated messages across multiple chats and keeps communication clear and organized.
If you need a link to join, email CACPTOOC@cacegypt.org with your phone number, and our Outreach Coordinator will connect you.
We also invite all new and returning parents to a Coffee Morning on Sunday, September 7th, at 8:00 AM in the PTO Lounge (Admin building, 1st floor).
Come meet other parents, connect with the PTO team, and enjoy coffee and light refreshments as we look ahead to an exciting year!
Warm regards,
The PTO Team
Three Cheers
Three Cheers to all parents for attending the Back-to-School Night.
Three Cheers to Mr. Kasal, Mr. Storey, and Mr. Vogel for their PRIME Trips presentation.
Three Cheers to Ms. Nibal and the custodians for the tremendous job they do each day.
Three Cheers to all teachers for a successful Back-to-School Night.