Crestview Middle School Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Infinite Campus? Infinite Campus is an online resource to allow access to your students’ assignments, grades, schedules and more. You will need an Activation Key to establish your I.C. account for system access. To obtain your Activation Key:
Print and complete a Parent Access Request form - found on both the Crestview and Rockwood Web sites (www.rockwood.k12.mo.us, go to the Parent Tab and choose General Information then choose Infinite Campus/Teacher Grade Book or sign up in the school office. Take the completed form along with a photo ID to Diana Albrecht in the Crestview office (636-207-2520, ext. 617). (Note: if you have children at multiple schools, you only need to complete one form and visit one of the schools.)
2. How do I stay informed at Crestview? The Crestview Web site and Schoolnotes.com. Both provide information for Crestview Middle School (CMS) and the Crestview Parent Organization (CPO).
· What is the Crestview School website address? ww.rockwood.k12.mo.us/crestview.
· What is Schoolnotes.com? This free e-mail service will send you a daily update of CMS and CPO information. Sign up for this service at http://new.schoolnotes.com/xpages/view/121928/2. This should take you directly to Dr. Scheulen’s page. If you cannot access it from this site, click on http://new.schoolnotes.com. Click on the Parents blue tab, under "Find Your Teacher" enter “Scheulen” and the school's zip code - 63011 - click Search. Click on the blue, underlined "Daily Announcements". This will take you to my current postings. If you would like to receive automatic notifications as information is updated, once you are on Dr. Scheulen’s page, click on the "Notify Me" button next to the calendar, then fill in your e-mail address, first name, last name, click the box next to "notify me" and then click the "Notify Me" button. When updates are made, the information will be automatically sent to the e-mail address you entered!
· 3. What is Crestview Award Program (CAP)? The Crestview Award Program is designed to make our community better by encouraging our students to become great citizens. The disciplines of academics, citizenship, attendance, service, and school and community involvement are emphasized. Students may apply for CAP based on their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter performance. Each participant targets a level, works toward that goal, completes the application form and has it certified by teachers, administrators and parents. CAP is a student-driven program with each individual taking responsibility for completing and returning his/her signed application each quarter. Points are awarded for each level; the point total determines the participant’s award level and incentives. Students receive prizes and coupons to local vendors based on the levels of excellence, honors or achievement.
Please contact Maria Saxon for more information at mariasaxon@sbcglobal.net.
4. What is the Amphora Award? The Amphora award is given to students who achieve a 3.50 GPA or higher at the end of the first semester. Students are recognized during a special awards ceremony during the second semester. The award is based on Crestview’s most prized possession: an ancient Greek water jug from the second century B.C. purchased from the May collection in 1965. Called “The Amphora,” it has become a symbol of Trojan pride and spirit and is displayed in the school office.
5. How can I volunteer at Crestview? Parent volunteers are welcome and needed in many capacities, such as: Crest Fest, Library, Wellness Walk, CAP and much more. Visit the PTO tab on the Crestview website. The Volunteer page list chair people for all of the CPO partnered events. You will receive emails from our CPO address CMSPTO@rockwood.k12.,o.us whenever volunteer opportunities arise in the school, classroom or Crestview community.
6. What after-school activities are available for my child? See the Crestview Web site under the “Activities” tab for a complete listing (check often - will be updated as soon as all information is received).
7. What are Crestview Mixers? They are all-school dances held after school sponsored by the Student Council (STUCO) for grades 6-8. Teacher and adult supervision is provided. Drinks and snacks may be purchased at the mixer.
8. What is Crest Fest? A fun end-of-the-year all-school outdoor carnival (weather permitting). This year’s Crest Fest is scheduled for May 13, 2010 from 2:30-4:30 pm. As many as 60 volunteers are needed to supervise and sell concessions at this event.
9. When can I purchase a yearbook? Buy a YEARBOOK during the Ice Cream Social, Open House or on-line (see CMS Web site for link to yearbook Web site). The price increases after November 1st, 2010.
10. When are the Crestview Parent Organization meetings (CPO)? They are usually held the second Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in the library. The PTO tab under the Crestview Web site lists meeting dates and times on the Calendar page. Crestview Principal, Dr. Jill Scheulen, attends all CPO meetings, presents Crestview and Rockwood updates and answers questions. Meetings also include Crestview staff and student presentations and resources for parents.
11. What is WEB (Where Everybody Belongs)? WEB is a student-led program utilizing eighth grade student leaders to help sixth grade students transition into Crestview. WEB helps students build connections by participating in fun activities.
12. How does drop off and pick up work at Crestview with the upper and lower parking lots? Valley Road (the upper parking lot) and Clayton Road (the lower parking lot) are utilized for both buses and cars. Therefore, while you may drop off in either the lower or upper lot, always do so in the lanes closest to the school. (Between 7:00 and 7:10 a.m. or after 7:20 a.m. are the least busy times.) Watch for updates regarding parking lot procedures from Dr. Scheulen.
13. Can I e-mail a teacher? Yes, all the teachers’ e-mail addresses are listed on the Crestview Web site. They can also be directly e-mailed from your Infinite Campus log-in under your child’s schedule. Should my child e-mail their teachers? Yes. Students are encouraged to contact their teachers if they are absent or need clarification on an assignment.
14. How can I tour Crestview? Contact the Crestview Office at 636-207-2520.
15. How do I deposit money in my child’s lunch account? NutriKids offers parents a secure, online system for school meals. First, log in and create an account on mynutrikids.com . Use your child’s 10-digit student ID when enrolling in the program. (Rockwood has waived the online enrollment fee for parents.) Features and benefits include:
- · 24/7 access to accounts and balances
- · Secure online payments with credit/debit cards and PayPal accounts
- · One meal account per family for easy management of funds
- · Itemized purchase history up to 30 days, viewable in online account
- · Automatic e-mail notification when balances are low
- · Payments of $40 or more are encouraged
- Transaction history is available 24-hours after enrollment
16. What are Parent-Teacher conferences like? How do they work? Parents use an online program to schedule conference time slots with their child’s teachers. Details of the scheduling procedures will be sent out by the building principal and can be found in the CMS monthly newsletter. You are encouraged to communicate with teachers about your child’s progress during the course of the year. Early communication will help to make your conferences more effective and keep you from feeling rushed during your time slots.
17. What are Bus Notes? Due to maximum capacity on buses, these notes (requesting that a student not assigned to a bus be allowed to ride it) cannot be issued. Your student needs to ride their assigned bus home or arrange non-bus transportation.
18. Are cell phones allowed at Crestview? Yes, your student can have a cell phone. However, school policy does not allow the phone to be turned on (for any reason) during school hours. Your student may use their phone before or after school!
19. How do I check my child in and out of school or get a message to them during school hours? Go to the main office and sign your child in/out at the attendance desk. If your student needs to leave school for a prescheduled appointment, send a note with your child to the office upon arrival that morning. A pass will be issued allowing them to be in the office at the time you need to pick them up. For emergency messages during school hours, please do not call their cell phone; instead, call the main office, 636-207-2520. It is very difficult to get messages to students after 2:00 p.m.
Welcome to Crestview! Please feel free to contact any of our CPO Board members for more information. Their contact information can be found on the CPO home page on the Crestview website.