CME Weekly Newsletter

Posted Date: 12/02/25 (04:30 PM)

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CME Weekly Newsletter

It's a great day to be a cougar!

December 2, 2025

ParentSquare Changes to Notifcation Delivery Coming Soon

What’s changing:

Today, families may get notifications for the same post via both the app and text. This update delivers post notifications to the ParentSquare app first, with a text backup only if needed—reducing duplicate messages. This applies to: posts, post digests, and post updates.

What’s not changing:

Direct messages and alerts will still be sent to all subscribed notification methods. Email notifications will continue to be sent for all communications, just as they are today.

How families and staff will be notified:

On the day of the launch, your families and staff who are subscribed to both the app and text messages will be informed of the update. They’ll receive a brief text message explaining the change, and a short message the first time they open the ParentSquare app, introducing Smart Notification Delivery. Scroll towards the bottom of the link to see what the announcement will look like.

Winter Wonderland Professional Photos Are Here!

Our Winter Wonderland professional photos are here!❄️

A huge shoutout to CME mom and PTA member J Damstedt Photography for donating her talent and time to capture these magical moments for our Cougar Community!

We ALL Belong , 💜🐾💙 CME PTA

🔗 https://photos.app.goo.gl/Pe2jT4cAHMcxEUQQA

PTA Santa Breakfast

Join us for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 6 from 8–10 AM!

The pre-order date for a $6 plate has been pushed to TOMORROW, December 3rd, to guarantee breakfast—limited $7 plates will be available at the door.

🎄 Tickets: https://cmepta.membershiptoolkit.com/store/21279

Angel Tree - Calling all CME Families!

WE ARE STILL LOOKGING FOR THOSE WHO CAN DONATE TO A FAMILY!

It’s that magical time of year again — Angel Tree season! 🎁💫

Let’s come together to help families right here in our community have a joyful and love-filled Christmas. ❤️

If you’re able to donate, we’d love your help! 🙌

You can:

🎒 Send items to school with your child

🏫 Drop them off at the office

🎅 Or bring them to Santa Breakfast on Sat, 12/6!

All donations are due by 12/6 🎁

Thank you for spreading kindness and holiday cheer this season! 🎅🤍

👉 Click here to sign up!

Difference Makers Wanted!

Difference Makers is a Blue Springs School District mentoring initiative that connects K-5 students with caring adult volunteers. Difference Makers mentors are positive role models who give their time, energy, and talent to build positive relationships with students and to promote student literacy. If you are interested in being a Difference Maker at Cordill-Mason Elementary, please contact Josy Kruse at jkruse@bssd.net or call school office at 816-874-3610.

Lunch Visitors

· Lunch Visitors Sign-Ups Are Available! https://cme-lunch-visitor.youcanbook.me/

* All lunch visitors must complete the online lunch guest/volunteer background screening application at least five days before their first visit. This process must be completed each year. Complete your background screening at the DataSource Link: https://bssd.quickapp.pro

Lifetouch & SmileSafe Card

School pictures are ready!

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.

All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here.

There will be a retake day on October 14th if your child was absent or if your photo doesn't turn out how you hoped.

PTA Membership Drive

If you haven’t joined our PTA yet, PLEASE DO! We have a lot of fun events happening this year!

PTA uses membership toolkit. Attached is the link that can be used to fill out the form. https://cmepta.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/292908

Also - for up to date info on all things PTA, follow us on Facebook: CME PTA Group
If you own a business or know someone who has a business that would like to have a partnership with our PTA, click on the form above. We love to promote our local businesses.

Volunteers and Lunch Visitors Annual Background Check

Volunteer applications MUST be submitted at least five (5) days before the event for which you are volunteering. https://bssd.quickapp.pro

Click the link here for more information regarding background checks for volunteers and lunch visitors. Volunteer or Guest Background Check

Upcoming Events and Opportunities:

12/6: PTA Santa Breakfast at 8:00am – 10:00am in Cafeteria
12/9: BSSD Spelling Bee at DWMS
12/11: PTA Planning Meeting in CME Library – 5:30PM
12/11: 5th Grade Music Performance at 6:00PM
12/12: 3rd Arts Partners Field Trip at 9:30AM
12/18: CME Reflections Breakfast in Cafeteria at 8:30AM
12/18: Fancy Holiday Lunch for Students
12/22 – 1/5: NO STUDENTS – Winter Break!
1/6: Students Return!
1/9: Major Saver Kick – Off Assembly
1/9: 2nd Qtr. Report Cards Distribution
1/14: PTA Reflections Showcase at BSHS at 6:00
1/19: NO SCHOOL – Martin Luther King Day
1/22: - PTA Donuts with Grown Ups (A – J) at 8:00 – 9:00AM in Cafeteria
1/23: PTA Donuts with Grown Ups (K – Z) at 8:00 – 9:00AM in Cafeteria
1/30: Major Saver Drop Off Day
1/30: Kindergarten Arts Partners Field Trip
2/1: PTA Skate Night for K, 1st, & 2nd at Rink Ratz at 4:30
2/8: PTA Skate Night for 3rd, 4th, & 5th at Rink Ratz at 4:30
2/10: Spring Individual & Classroom Group Photos
2/12: PTA Planning Meeting in CME Library – 5:30PM
2/12: 1st Grade Music Performance at 6:00PM
2/16: NO SCHOOL – President’s Day
2/20: PTA Sweetheart Dance at 6:00 – 8:00PM

CME Logistics & Reminders:

Water bottles: Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle each day. Please be sure to put your student’s name on it in case it is misplaced.

Food Delivery: We cannot deliver food orders sent to students at our school (ex. Door Dash, Grub Hub, etc).

Birthday Treats: If you would like to provide treats for your child’s birthday, this must be pre-arranged with your child’s teacher at least 24 hours in advance. Also, all treats must be store-bought, individual (not whole cakes), and packaged.

Transportation Changes: If your student’s transportation changes, please inform the office and teacher prior to 3:30 so we may plan accordingly and ensure we have enough time to relay this information to your student.

Curriculum Book: CME Curriculum Book