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CPS Calendar - English
CPS CALENDAR - SPANISH

Cameron 4th Quarter Opt-In Form -
​Due Friday, 3/19 by 5 PM

 Cameron Families,

You should have received text messages or emails from CPS to decide if you want your children to return to school 2 days a week in the 4th Quarter (starting April 19th).

The deadline to opt-in is Friday. If you did not receive the text or email, use this form to let me know your decision: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelyxYDmdFLTcx15tvcTFiAD57ioOez-mCFVgMytraTZc0-Mw/formResponse.

REMINDER:
- If you OPT-IN to coming to school, you can change your mind later.
- However, if you decide to LEARN AT HOME, you will not be able to change your mind later.

Call 773-534-4290 or email Cameron609835@cps.edu if you have any questions!
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Madas familias de Cameron,

Debería haber recibido mensajes de texto o correos electrónicos de CPS para decidir si desea que sus hijos regresen a la escuela 2 días a la semana en el cuarto trimestre (a partir del 19 de abril).

La fecha límite para participar es el viernes. Si no recibió el mensaje de texto o correo electrónico, use este formulario para informarme su decisión: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelyxYDmdFLTcx15tvcTFiAD57ioOez-mCFVgMytraTZc0-Mw/formResponse.

RECORDATORIO:
- Si OPTA por venir a la escuela, puede cambiar de opinión más tarde.
- Sin embargo, si decide APRENDER EN CASA, no podrá cambiar de opinión más adelante.

¡Llame al 773-534-4290 o envíe un correo electrónico a Cameron609835@cps.edu si tiene alguna pregunta!
HAGA CLIC AQUÍ PARA EL FORMULARIO

PARENT NOTIFICATION FOR PARENTS OF 7th and 8th GRADE STUDENTS
LETTER FOR SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATION  BY ERIE HEALTH

Dear Parent or Guardian:

This school year your child in 7th and/or 8th grade will receive Sexual Health Education as part of the CPS Sexual Health.
The Board acknowledges that parents/guardians are the primary sexuality educators for their child/children. CAMERON ELEMENTARY is committed to partnering with you to provide supplementary instruction to students via the sexual health education lessons.
In alignment with Illinois law (“No pupil shall be required to take or participate in any class or course on AIDS or family life instruction if his parent or guardian submits written objection thereto, and refusal to take or participate in the course or program shall not be reason for suspension or expulsion of the pupil.” 105 ILCS 110/3), a parent/guardian must provide a timely written objection to opt their child/children out of participating in any CPS Sexual Health Education course. No student with a written parental objection will be suspended or expelled for refusal to participate in any such course.

​If you wish to have your child excused from participation, please inform Evelia Czarnik, School Counselor, at eiczarnik1@cps.edu in writing.
Sincerely,

Principal Stephen Harden
7th Grade Lessons
Lesson 1: What Influences My Sexual Health?
Lesson 2: Sexual Health and a Socio-Ecological Model (Messages Within and Around Us)
Lesson 3: Intrapersonal – Review of Anatomy and Physiology – An Intrapersonal Influence
Lesson 4: Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Sex Assigned at Birth, and Sexual Orientation
Lesson 5: Respecting Myself and Others
Lesson 6: The Impact People Around Us Can Have on Our Sexual Health (Interpersonal
Influences)
Lesson 7: Being a Positive Influence on Others Bystander Steps and Realities of Consent
Lesson 8: Our Community – Available Sexual Health Resources
Lesson 9: Truth in the Media?
Lesson 10: Influencing Peers to Use Condoms and Get STI Tested
Lesson 11: Youth and Sexual Health Public Policy
Lesson 12: Analyzing Influences – Messages to Help Other + Personal Reflection
Optional Lesson: Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy
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8th Grade Lessons
Lesson 1: Students’ Sexual Health Bill of Rights and Unit Expectations
Lesson 2: Common Barriers and Bridges in Communication
Lesson 3: Choosing Your Words Carefully
Lesson 4: Talking Without Speaking – The Role of Texting in Relationships
Lesson 5: Communicating About Body Parts – A Review of Anatomy and Physiology
Lesson 6: Supporting Your Health – Who You Are and What you Want
Lesson 7: “Red, Yellow, or Red?” – What is Appropriate Behavior?
Lesson 8: Warning Signs – Understanding Sexual Abuse and Assault
Lesson 9: Talking About Sexually Transmitted Infections
Lesson 10: How to Talk with a Medical Professional About Your Sexual Health
Lesson 11: Communicating About Choices
Lesson 12: Effective Communication to Support Your Values
Lesson 13: Practicing Your Communication Skills for Positive Sexual Health
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Cameron LSC Meeting - Monday, April 5th at 4 PM

Join with Google Meet
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CLICK HERE TO LAUNCH
Join by phone: 617-675-4444     PIN: ‪679 927 354 1721#

Hybrid K - 5th Grade Students return Monday, 3/1!

In December, some Cameron parents opted to have their students to return to school.  Those students in K-5th will return on Monday, March 1st.  6th-8th grade students whose parents opt in return on Monday, March 8th!

​Click here to see Harden's Presentation
​about Hybrid School from 2/25: 
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

NEW WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE

Starting on Wed., 3/3, we will have a new WEDNESDAY schedule.  Most students will be done with live teaching by 12:15.  They will work on their assignments in the afternoon on Wednesdays while the teachers have meetings and professional development.  This is only on Wednesdays!!!  Check with your teachers for details!


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Use the Parent Portal to easily and conveniently check grades, attendance, and other information about your student's progress.

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​Cameron Remote Learning
Continues for  Quarter 2

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Dear Cameron Families,

We are so excited to start the school year!  All CPS schools will start the year with Remote Learning.  Remote Learning will be improved this year:

1) Teachers will work with students every single day.  There will be set schedules.
2) All students should get a Chromebook or iPad.
3) If families need help with internet access, we can help you get connected.
4) All students will have to participate.  Teachers will be there to help every step of the way, but all grades will count!


Remote Learning will be a challenge, but Cameron Teachers have worked extremely hard to make things as smooth as possible!

If you have not connected with your teachers yet, please email Principal Harden at Cameron609835@cps.edu or text him at 312-883-1379.

Join the Cameron Message System by texting @camarts to 81010.  We will use this system to communicate with parents.  


We are in this together, and there is nothing our students can't accomplish with our support!  Please be safe!  We love you all!

Sincerely,

S. Harden
Estimadas familias de Cameron,

¡Estamos muy emocionados de comenzar el año escolar! Todas las escuelas de CPS comenzarán el año con aprendizaje remoto. El aprendizaje remoto se mejorará este año:

1) Los maestros trabajarán con los estudiantes todos los días. Habrá horarios establecidos.
2) Todos los estudiantes deben obtener una Chromebook o iPad.
3) Si las familias necesitan ayuda con el acceso a Internet, podemos ayudarlo a conectarse.
4) Todos los estudiantes deberán participar. Los maestros estarán allí para ayudar en cada paso del camino, ¡pero todas las calificaciones contarán!


El aprendizaje remoto será un desafío, pero los maestros de Cameron han trabajado muy duro para hacer que las cosas sean lo más fluidas posible.

Si aún no se ha conectado con sus maestros, envíe un correo electrónico al director Harden a Cameron609835@cps.edu o envíele un mensaje de texto al 312-883-1379.

Únase al sistema de mensajes de Cameron enviando un mensaje de texto a @camarts al 81010. Usaremos este sistema para comunicarnos con los padres.

¡Estamos juntos en esto y no hay nada que nuestros estudiantes no puedan lograr con nuestro apoyo! ¡Por favor, ten cuidado! ¡Los queremos a todos!

Sinceramente,

S. Harden



Congratulations to our amazing Class of 2020!!!

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click here for info about FREE MEALS
click here for Resources to help Families

Click here to follow us on Facebook!

Click here to email Principal Harden!


Technology Assistance:

Cameron Remote Learning Plan:​

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COMPUTERS: ​If your family needs help with technology, Cameron will be loaning Chromebooks and iPads.  To be put on the list, you must contact your teacher.  They will contact you for your scheduled pick-up time during the week of 4/13-4/17 or 4/20-4/24.  There are a limited number of devices available, so we may not be able to do one for each child in the household.
​Wi-Fi: If your family needs help getting Wi-Fi, please read this:
click here for help with wi-fi
​HAGA CLIC AQUÍ PARA AYUDA CON WI-FI

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Free Resources

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​MobyMax: All Cameron 2nd-8th graders have a MobyMax account. MobyMax has Reading, Math, and Science practice.
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​Age of Learning (ABCMouse, Adventure Academy, ReadingIQ): https://www.ageoflearning.com/schools

BrainPop: Free fun videos to teach new ideas
https://educators.brainpop.com/2020/02/19/free-brainpop-access-for-schools-affected-by-the-corona-virus/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=coronavirus&utm_content=free-access

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Epic! : Tons of the best books for free!  
https://www.getepic.com/

Khan Academy: Free lessons and practice for all levels! https://www.khanacademy.org/about/blog/post/611770255064350720/remote-learning-with-khan-academy-during-school

Go Noodle - Fun exercise and physical activities for students and families! https://www.gonoodle.com/
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Click here to learn more about Cameron!

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Cameron is becoming a
Fine Arts School!!!!

Now enrolling Kindergartners!!!

​Call (773) 534-4290 for
​more details!


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Download the
Cameron 2019-2020
Student Supply List here:

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The 2019 Cougar  Camp goes to iFLY!!!!!

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Our mission at Daniel R. Cameron Elementary is to ensure that students are college and career ready by meeting their needs academically, socially, and emotionally.

Next Year, Cameron Elementary will become Cameron Fine Arts!!!!

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Parent JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Click here to learn more about two opportunities you have to work at Cameron!!!


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Click here to see the sports calendar
Parents, Cameron has a variety of team sports for 5th-8th Graders:
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  • Boys and Girls Soccer
  • Boys and Girls Basketball
  • Boys and Girls Volleyball
  • Boys and Girls Track
  • Boys and Girls Cross-Country.

​See Mr. Lewis or Ms. Byrne if you have questions!

Click here to become a Volunteer:

click here to start the Volunteer ​application
Field Trip Chaperones should
​sign up for Level II.

​Follow the steps below:


Follow us on Twitter!
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Cameron PE/Gym Uniforms

Parents, visit the Main Office to purchase
​your children's PE uniforms today!!! 

Shorts and t-shirts are available now. Joggers have arrived!!!
  • Shirts: $6
  • Shorts: $8
  • Joggers: $10​


Cameron Annual Back-to-School Fest sponsored by River City Community Church and Youth Guidance!!!

On Friday, August 31st, Cameron families celebrated the start of a new school year!  Over 100 Cameron Families were entertained by a DJ as they met their teachers, visited with friends, played games, and received bookbags filled with school supplies courtesy of our amazing partners at River City Community Church!

DOWNLOAD the Cameron Supply List here:

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Wear your School Uniform every day.
School hours are from 8:15am to 3:15pm.
Check out Cameron's progress
on the CPS website.

NOW REGISTERING FOR K-8th GRADE
​
We have space in Kindergarten!!!
Please enroll your child with Cameron!
​We promise you will be glad you did!

Click here to see Cameron's Kindergarten in action!

Did you know that Cameron has
​FULL-DAY Pre-K?!!!!


Congratulations to Principal Harden
for being recognized as
​a top CPS Principal!

In the Spring, Principal Harden was named an Independent School Principal (ISP).  The ISP Program provides top CPS Principals with greater autonomy to lead school growth.  Only 105 out of over 600 principals have reached this level.

Click
HERE to read more.

Principal Harden was also honored as a CPS Game Changer! 

​Cameron wins $475,000 grant to become the best Community School in Chicago!

Click here to read more!
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We are A Level 1 School!!!!

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GoCPS HS Application Info

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Cameron Unity Fest 


Follow @DRCameroncps on Twitter!


           Cameron's Band "Rock it Out" Performing Live!!!!!

Come see us at Ribfest on June 8th from 6-9!!!!!! We will be at North Center Town Square at the kids square near Lincoln and Belle Plaine!!!!!!!!!! See you there!

The Path to college starts today!





​College Readiness at Cameron

The path to college includes the following three important areas:
  • Rigorous Academics
  • Social Development
  • Parent Partnerships

Cameron Students Making Great Strides

Cameron students in every grade posted their highest test scores ever!  Cameron tied it's highest attendance rate ever (95.1%) and the lowest number of misconducts in school history!   READ MORE

Want to get your child ready for high school?

Check out our new Cameron family connection page! Click here to find out more!!!!

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