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The Friday Five
January 10, 2025
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Happy Friday, Cabarrus County Schools families,
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Welcome to this week's edition of The Friday Five -- five reminders on Friday afternoon to get your next week started. We hope you and your family have a safe weekend, and we look forward to seeing you back at school on Monday! |
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#1 National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
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As we begin the new year, we recognize January as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness about an important issue affecting people of all ages, including children and teens. Human trafficking can happen anywhere, and understanding its signs is key to protecting those at risk.
Together, we can create a safer, more supportive community for everyone. Cabarrus County Schools is committed to the well-being of every student. Through education and open communication, we aim to ensure all children feel safe, supported, and empowered. We invite our families to join us in this effort to protect and care for our community’s young people.
For more information, helpful tips, and resources to ensure safety, please visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DuJudRFK6_NeXbwDUTa5eUTu_EIlKgDB/view?usp=sharing
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MLK, Jr. Holiday: There will be NO SCHOOL for students or staff on Monday, January 20th in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
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Attention rising sixth- and seventh-graders: It’s time to shoot some hoops and apply for a Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarship. This summer, two North Carolina universities will host a camp for rising sixth and seventh graders to dribble, shoot, and slam dunk into an unforgettable experience. Students can enhance their basketball skills, work closely with college coaches to develop fundamental skills and techniques to excel on and off the court, build relationships with other students, and experience living on a college campus! All of these activities are fun and free! Students who are interested can apply through //union-power.com/sportscampscholarships or scan the QR code from the attached graphic by March 31. A judging committee outside of Union Power will select two students: one girl to play at Wolfpack Women’s Basketball camp at NC State University from June 15-18 and one boy to attend the Carolina Basketball School at UNC Chapel Hill from June 25–28.
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Attention Senior Parents: It's time to fill out the FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid! Any seniors and their parents who want to see about getting help paying for college need to fill out the FAFSA form. It is now open!
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Academic Calendars for 2025-26 approved: During their October 14th business meeting, the Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar and Early College calendars. The approved calendars may be viewed on our district website at the links below. Both the Academic Calendar and Early College calendars are also attached to this post as print-ready PDFs. 2025-2026 School Year: 2025-2026 CCS Academic Calendar 2025-2026 CCS Early College Calendar
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Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month: Nominate a teacher for Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month
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#3 ParentSquare Tips & Tricks
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#4 K-8 ELA Curriculum survey ends January 12th
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Dear K-8 families:
As we work to enhance the English Language Arts curriculum in Cabarrus County Schools, we want to ensure that all students have access to high-quality resources and a consistent learning experience. We invite you to watch this video, review the curriculum options on our Curriculum Review Webpage, and share your thoughts through our feedback form. The deadline for completing this work has been extended to Sunday, January 12, 2025.
Your input is invaluable as we strive to provide the best possible educational experience for your child! Thank you in advance for your support.
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#5 Important Upcoming Dates
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January 2025
- Mon 1/13, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Board of Education Business Meeting
- Tue 1/14 • 2nd Quarter Report Cards
- Mon 1/20 • Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - No School
- Sat 1/25, 8:30 am - 2 pm • Board of Education Annual Planning Session
- Fri 1/31 • Early Dismissal for CMS, ROSA, RRES, WES, WMIES
February 2025
- Mon 2/03, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Board of Education Work Session
- Tue 2/4 • 3rd Quarter Progress Reports
- Mon 2/10, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Board of Education Business Meeting
- Fri 2/14 • Planning/Staff Development - All except Early Colleges
- Mon 2/17 • Planning/Staff Development - All except Early Colleges
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Parent University: Today's THC, Let's Talk About It
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It's time to come together, learn from one another, and build a stronger community. Join us for our upcoming town hall meeting, where your presence matters, and your engagement can shape a better future. There will be food, local resources to connect with and more!
TODAY’S THC: LET’S TALK ABOUT IT Featuring award-winning speaker and bestselling author Laura Stack!
For information, please see the English and Spanish Flyers attached this post. Due to limited seating, please RSVP for this event by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfc-A91fcdLtG8kDyJL-XLEFhsvbeGr7-ffJpr3GmIYROqQxQ/viewform
DATE: January 28, 2025
TIME: 6-8 PM
LOCATION: TBD
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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Engage CCS, our inaugural digital quarterly! Inside Volume 1, Issue 1, you'll find inspiring stories of kindness, leadership, and community impact from across Cabarrus County Schools.
We hope you enjoy reading about the amazing people and stories that make CCS a special place to learn and grow! 💙 #EngageCCS
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VEX Robotics Volunteers Needed
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Cabarrus County VEX will host 15 VEX tournaments in North Carolina over the next several months, including 4 state championships. These tournaments, which account for 83% of all robotics events in the state, will bring teams from across North Carolina to compete in Cabarrus County.
While coaches and event partners recruit volunteers, CCS VEX is seeking additional support from the CCS community. If you'd like to help by volunteering or sponsoring our program, please click the buttons below to see event details and available volunteer positions. We welcome volunteers of all experience levels and ages!
In 2021, Cabarrus County Schools had 73 VEX teams. Today, we have 161 teams, making up 53% of all public and private school teams in North Carolina. Our goal is to continue to grow our program in CCS, but we need your help! For more information on VEX Robotics in CCS or to ask questions pertaining to VEX in CCS, please email ccsvex@cabarrus.k12.nc.us.
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We’re excited to reconnect with you! As a valued member of our school community, we want to ensure you stay engaged with Cabarrus County Schools. To help us strengthen our connection, we kindly ask you to take a few moments to share your contact information by completing the short survey available by clicking the button below. Your participation will help us celebrate your achievements, share important updates, and create meaningful engagement opportunities for our alumni network. Thank you for being an integral part of our CCS legacy! |
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