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 a busy week of teaching, learning, and having fun in middle school.
It was the start of the COP 27th conference in Sharm el Sheikh. Five middle school students attended the Beyond COP 21 symposium at El Alsson. Here is the presentation.
Last Thursday, we concluded a busy week in middle school with the Talent show. It was a fantastic evening with our performers demonstrating our core values of courage and creativity. It is a precious opportunity for us to see our students in a different light and see what talents they have outside the classroom. Some performances left you asking how did they do that; or that was some impressive piano playing. We want to thank the parents for supporting your child in developing their talent and sharing it with us on such a special occasion.
A huge congratulations to all the performers and the teacher’s dance group for adding a little flare to the evening. Thank you to Ms. Torky, Ms. Spencer, Ms. Fahmy, and Ms. Fides for organizing a fun evening.
We launched the Battle of the Books in the MS hall to kick off the week. Last year we had over 70 students who formed teams and participated. This year we are hoping for the number to increase because of the terrific books the students will be reading.
The Mesopotamia Museum projects were on display on Tuesday morning. Have you had a chance to see the work of the students? Who was expanding their knowledge and unlocking their creativity?
Thank you for your continuous support of the middle school.
In Partnership,
Courtney Bailey
The Middle School Principal
Announcements
MS Talent Show 2022
It was a fantastic evening full of fun and creativity!
Here is a video with snippets of the MS Talent Show.
BEYOND COP21 Syposium
A group of Middle School students had the opportunity to participate in the event “Beyond COP21 Symposium” that was hosted by Al-Alsun School on Tuedsay November, 8th.
Here is the stduents’ feedback as well as the photos of the day.
AGE GROUP SWIM TEAM – FALL 2022
AWARDS PRESENTATION
Dear Parents and Swimmers, the Aquatics Team would like to congratulate you on successfully completing the Fall Age Group Season 2022. We are pleased to see our pool, full of brave swimmers engaged in learning and fun activities.
We will hold the Awards Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 14th, in the Main Gym (3:15-4:00 PM)
Find more information HERE!
Many thanks to all CAC Swim Team parents for your support and volunteering during swim events!
Thank You, Coaches and Assistants.
Reminder: Parents as Partners 2022-2023 Session 2
November 15, 2022 – 4-5pm GMT+2*
Greetings from NESA, with a reminder that Session 2 of NESA Parents as Partners 2022-2023.
Parents may register for all three webinars directly with NESA via the following link:
https://neareastsouthasiacouncilofoverseasschools.growthzoneapp.com/ap/r/5e627657e30f4a0f852afc24d81bd34b.
A recording will be uploaded to the InfoHub after the session.
Thank you for sharing this reminder with your community,
The NESA Team
All Pro Dad Session 3 – Thursday November,17th
Hello, parents! Join us for the next Middle School All Pro Dad meeting at CAC!
All Pro Dad is a monthly gathering where dads get to intentionally engage with their kids! This of course is not just limited to dads, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. There will be fun activities and a character-based curriculum that helps dads start meaningful conversations with their kids.
The next gathering is scheduled for 17 November at 7:00 am in Room 115 and we would love to see you there.
Breakfast, donuts and juice, will be provided.
If you would like to come, please RSVP here: https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/13407
For more information or questions, contact our team captain, Craig Tippins, at this email: AllProDadCAC@gmail.com
COMING UP on Tuesday, Nov. 22
The 9th Annual General Services Staff (GSS) Appreciation Lunch
The GSS Appreciation Lunch has been a CAC tradition since 2013. The CAC community comes together to show appreciation for our hard-working GSS teams. On that day, we organize the packing of delivered meals relying on the generous contributions of our CAC community.
Click here to know more about the event
Click here to know more about the meal ordering details
Click here to volunteer on the day
If you have any ideas or questions, please get in touch with the Service-Learning Office,
Ms. Ereeny Gawdat egergess@cacegypt.org – 01200 278 966
Grade 6 Annual Fundraiser – Gifts & Books!
Wednesday, November 16 – Tuesday, November 29
Since Christmas is just around the corner, the 6th graders are putting together their annual gift bags for the students at African Hope Learning Center. Please come visit our Bake Sale booths in the MS during lunch on the 16th, 21st, and 29th to purchase delicious treats. All funds will be used to purchase gifts for the African Hope students, including essential items.
This year, we want to add a book too. Please donate books in good condition for kids ranging from kindergarten up to eighth grade. The red donation box is located at the front gate entrance. We really want to make these children feel appreciated this Christmas and a book is a perfect way to do that. To know more about African Hope Learning Center, please visit their website.
If you have any questions, please contact; Ana Warman 29awarman@cacegypt.org or Raelin Powers 24rpowers@cacegypt.org
From the CAC PTO
From the MS/HS Library
Sign up for the Battle of the Books!
Here is the Sign Up form! Remember that only 1 member per team should fill out the form. If you want to see our video introducing the books and learn the rules – check out this.
The Library is open After School and Saturdays!
The library is open until 4pm on Sunday/Monday/Wednesday and 10:00am – 2:00pm on most Saturdays! Stop by to check out books or get some work done.
It may be time to RENEW your CAC NY Times Subscription.
CAC’s Libraries offers a free subscription to the NY Times for all CAC email holders. However, this subscription needs to be renewed each year. If you want to sign up for the first time, or renew your subscription, use this link: https://myaccount.nytimes.com/verification/edupass/check
MS Activities & Sports
Reminders about MS ASAs and Sports!
This is the last week of Session 1 ASAS – they end November 18th. Check the morning announcements starting November 20th for the Session 2 sign ups. Session 2 ASAs run from November 27th to March 3rd. If you have any questions about MS Sports or ASAs, please talk to Ms. Ennis (mennis@cacegypt.org)
Here are the dates again for MS sports:
-VOLLEYBALL – ended for the season
-BASKETBALL – ended for the season
–SOCCER – BEGINS THIS WEEK Nov 13 – Dec 12 (5 weeks) – Soccer Field –
Please note that MS Soccer is now FULL FOR THE BOYS TEAM.
Three Cheers
Three Cheers to our students who performed in last week’s talent show.
Three Cheers to Ms. Torky, Ms. Shalaby, and Ms. Spencer for all they did to organize the Talent Show.
Three Cheers to Mr. White, Mr. Kasal, and Ms. Tegenfeldt for being supportive in their roles as judges.
Three Cheers to Mr. Khalifa, Ms. St-Amand, Mr. Miller, and Ms. Urbiztondo for all his work backstage and in the control booth.
Three Cheers to Ms. Urbiztondo, Ms. Spencer, Ms. Parnell, Ms. Fahmy, Ms. Harouny, Ms. Tegenfeldt, and Ms. Colado.
Three Cheers to Ms. Genidy for a cameo appearance in the talent show.