Middle School Principal’s Letter
Dear Parents,
Thank you for reading this week’s edition of News and Views. This week’s focus was on Parent-Teacher Conferences.
We were delighted to see so many parents in attendance over the day and a half. These conferences offer an important opportunity for you and your child to gain firsthand insight into their progress so far this school year. We strongly encourage students to attend these meetings alongside their parents, as it allows them to share their reflections and goals directly with their teachers. This partnership helps parents better understand how to support their child’s growth, because, as always, the home–school connection is essential for every child to flourish.
Due to the large number of Grade 8 students, we realized that we’ll need to adjust the Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences schedule. This will allow more parents to meet with teachers during the designated days, reducing the need for separate bookings.
In Disruptive Innovation and Technology, students are exploring with VR headsets after developing their own programs.
In French class, students wrote about their experiences on the PRIME Trip to Siwa. They then used a rubric to give meaningful peer feedback, an excellent exercise in supporting one another’s learning.
In grade seven, Social Studies students are preparing for their debate by learning how to be persuasive.
Anne of Green Gables has come to CAC!
Our Middle School performers have been working hard, and Mr. McCuaig has assembled a full orchestra to accompany them. I’m thrilled to see a full two-act musical with live orchestra returning to the CAC stage! We hope to see you at one of the upcoming performances. The show runs approximately two hours and fifteen minutes, including a short intermission. Tickets will be available next week.
We also invite you to join us on November 26 for a special Lunch on the MS Lawn with your child. We’ll provide picnic blankets, but you’re welcome to bring your own as well.
Finally, today we say goodbye to Ms. Fahmy, who has been part of our Middle School community for the past ten years. We will miss her warmth and friendly smile. She is relocating to Germany to join her husband, and we wish her all the very best in her new chapter.
Join us in welcoming Ms. Saleh, who will be replacing Ms. Fahmy. Please pass by to welcome her when you get a chance.
Food For Thought:
When you’re only halfway interested in something, you’ll lose to someone obsessed. It won’t even be close.
It’s worth asking why.
Small advantages compound over time like interest in a bank account, so being 10% more committed doesn’t give you 10% better results; it gives you 10x better results. Think of it like studying: the genuinely curious person will remember and connect ideas in ways that the person just trying to pass will never. Being all in doesn’t just beat partially in; it crushes it.
Thank you for your continuous support of the middle school.
Courtney
In Partnership,
Courtney Bailey
The Middle School Principal
Announcements
CAC Talks
Join us for CAC Talks: Teens & Tweens Conflict Resolution with Dr. Anne Justus
When: Wednesday, November 19 at 8am
Where: In Person: MS 116, MS Building | Online: Zoom link
Sign up and submit questions here!
Warmly,
PTO & Dr. Ericka Galegher, CAC Strategic Initiatives Coordinator
From CAC PTO
Fresh & Co
Anne of Green Gables
Next week the Middle School Performers will present a story about an imaginative, creative, high-spirited orphan, Anne Shirley. Her adventures take place on Prince Edward’s island, Canada. It’s the turn of the century and this small town finds itself being pushed into the progressive future with Anne at the helm.
This full two act musical is not to be missed. It features a full orchestra, incredible sets and props, and of course, a 45 strong ensemble both on and back stage! Tickets are on sale in each Divisional Office, with Ms. Dolly, and at the Theater door on the performance days.
Wednesday, November 19th and Thursday, November 20th the performance begins at 6pm. Friday, November 21st, the performance begins at 1pm. The musical runs 2 hours and 15 minutes, including a short intermission.
Looking forward to welcoming you all to the Theater!
Mr. McCuiag & Ms. Dolly
All Pro Dad Upcoming Event – Wednesday, November 26
Next All Pro Dad Meeting will be on Wednesday, November 24th at 7:00 AM in CAC Middle School Room 115
Topic: Respect
We’ll spend intentional time with our kids through fun activities and meaningful conversations.
We’d love to see you there! Please RSVP here: All Pro Dads Sign Up
For questions, contact our team via the All Pro Dad What’s App Group
PIE PICK UP WEDNESDAY NOV. 26, (MS) RM 115 CAC
MORNING 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
AFTER SCHOOL 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Here are some photos from the previous session:
Booster Club Sale
CAC Spirit Store Holiday Sale! 
15% OFF most items — plus even bigger discounts on select gear!
Sale Dates: November 29 – December 18
Special Event: Shop during the CAC Winter Bazaar on December 5!
Store Hours: Open on school days from 8–10 AM, 11:00–12:30 PM, and 2:30–4 PM
Enjoy our specially blended cocoa — 350 LE per packet! 
Stock up on hoodies, tees, and spirit wear for the holidays!
(Sale excludes travel uniforms, calculators, and water bottles.)
Show your school spirit and soar like an Eagle!
Three Cheers
Three Cheers to Mr.Fahmy for her service over the past 10 years.
Three Cheers to all parents for their support of the parent-teacher conferences.
Three Cheers to all teachers for their commitment to the parent-teacher conferences.
Three Cheers to Ms. Reham Saleh, who has joined the middle school faculty.