Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact the school?
School Office – 318-868-6588
School Fax – 318-865-6125
When I have a question, to whom do I talk?
Parents should first contact the classroom teacher to clarify questions. If they still have questions, they should contact the appropriate person:
Principal: Keith Burton
Assistant Principal of Discipline: Dr. Cedric Ellis
Assistant Principal of Instruction: Frank Hendrick
Principal’s Secretary: Sissy Berry
Attendance and Discipline Secretary: Kimberly Hay
Bookkeeper: Susan Allbritton
Cafeteria Manager: Shonada O’Neal
Counselors: Barbara Bennett (8th)
Brooke Walker (7th)
Kelly Guerrero (6th)
Librarian: Eileen Adkins
Maintenance: Anthony Taylor (Head Custodian)
Ophelia Morris (Assistant Custodian)
Security Coordinators: Scott Spalding, Louis Welch
School Resource Officer: Detective Marcus Hines
How do I drop my child off at the beginning of school?
Do not drop off students before 7:20 a.m. Students may be dropped off in the carpool line in front of the school or through our parking lot on the north side of the campus.
· Buses will pick up and drop off students using the south driveway. No car traffic is permitted on this driveway. The buses will be parked in the same spot each day. Students will be given the location of their bus at the beginning of the school year.
· Car traffic may use the traffic circle in the front of the school on Cornelious. Cars may go straight after pulling on to Cornelious or may turn left.
· Car traffic will enter the north parking lot in a double line in the morning and drop students off at the flagpole. Cars will merge into one line as they leave the parking lot. Cars MUST turn right on Cornelious. No left turns allowed.
· Car traffic in the afternoon will enter the north parking lot in a double line and pull all the way around the lot. Cars will merge into a single line as they leave the parking lot. Cars must turn right on to Cornelious. No left turns allowed.
Please be aware that Cornelious must be a free access street. The city has placed No Parking signs along the street. Cars parking along Cornelious, Hoover, Turner, and·Terrell block traffic, block residential driveways, create a traffic hazard, and place students at risk as they cross the street to reach their car or the school.
· The south parking lot will not be used for picking-up or dropping-off students.
What are school starting and dismissal times?
School starts at 7:44 a.m. and dismisses at 2:45 p.m.
What are the different school schedules?
Bell Schedule
Regular Schedule PM Activity Advisory AM Activity
SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01
1st 8:01-8:52 1st 8:01-8:44 Adv. 8:01-8:22 1st 8:01-8:45
2nd 8:57-9:47 2nd 8:49-9:31 1st 8:22-9:09 Act. 8:45-9:28
3rd 9:52-10:42 3rd 9:36-10:18 2nd 9:14-10:03 2nd 9:33-10:16
4th 10:47-11:37 4th 10:23-11:05 3rd 10:08-10:55 3rd 10:21-11:04
5th and Lunch 5th and Lunch 4th 11:00-11:46 4th 11:09-11:52
11:42-12:06 1st 11:10-11:34 1st 5th & Lunch 5th & Lunch
10:06-12:30 2nd 11:34-11:58 2nd 11:51-12:15 1st 11:57-12:21 1st
12:30-12:54 3rd 11:58-12:22 3rd 12:15-12:39 2nd 12:21-12:45 2nd
6th 12:59-1:49 6th 12:27-1:09 12:39-1:03 3rd 12:45-1:09 3rd
7th 1:54-2:45 7th 1:14-1:57 6th 1:08-1:54 6th 1:14-1:57
Act. 2:02-2:45 7th 1:59-2:45 7th 2:02-2:45
When I come to Caddo Middle Magnet, do I need to sign in?
Yes. All visitors must report to the school office, sign in on the computer, and wear the visitor’s pass.
What should I do if my child is going to be late?
Your child will be considered tardy if he/she is not in their seat or assigned place when the tardy bell rings. You and your child should come to the office to receive a tardy slip.
If I want my child to be dismissed early, what should I do?
After arriving at school, students must not leave the school grounds for any reason during the school day without first reporting to the office and securing permission. If a student becomes ill and wishes to go home, he must obtain a note from the teacher to bring to the office for parent contact. The office staff will supervise the checkout process. The parent will come to the office to pick up the student and to sign him/her out. When a student returns from a checkout, an “admit” will be issued by the office staff. Parents who are not known by the office staff will be required to identify themselves for the student’s safety. Only parents or guardians can give authorization for others to check out students. A doctor’s note for a checkout for illness that is initiated by the office staff is not required for the day of the checkout but is required for any additional days. Doctors’ notes are required for checkouts for doctors’ appointments. In the event of an emergency, no student will be checked out without parent permission in writing. Carpool parents cannot take children other than their own without this notification. Parents should inform the office staff through the counselor whenever legal custody conditions warrant such notice. Documentation must be on file in the cumulative record.
What if my child’s absence is excused?
These absences are excused by a practicing physician, authorizing agency, or the CPSB.
How do I get my child's homework when he/she has been absent?
Parents may request a child’s homework assignments after the child has been absent for three (3) consecutive days. You may request additional assignments following the completion of previously assigned work. You need to call 868-6588 prior to 10 a.m. Parents may pick up the student’s assignments after 2:30 p.m. and before 3:30 p.m. in the school office. (Due to HIPAA Law, we can no longer accept faxed medical excuses because of student confidentiality.) These absences will not count against the total number of days students must be present at school.
When my child returns to school after being absent, what should I do?
Please send in a note with the student's name, date(s) of absence and reason for absence (attach doctor’s excuse if needed). This needs to be handed in to the homeroom teacher.
What if my child is sick and won’t be at school today?
When a student is absent from school, parents should contact Mrs. Hay in the main office (868-6588) between 7:50 and 8:30 a.m. on the day the student will be absent. When a student is absent from school for the entire day, the student should bring an excuse to the Stallion Round-up teacher or the office on the day in which he/she returns. If the student checks in or out during the day, the student should take the excuse to the office. The student returning to school must bring a written excuse containing the student’s name, the date(s) of absence and reason for absence with a doctor’s signature. If a doctor’s note is unavailable, a written note signed by the parent should be sent. Forged excuses will result in disciplinary action. If siblings see the doctor at the same time, parents must bring an individual doctor’s note for each student.
If I want my child to ride a different bus or carpool home, what should I do?
A note must be sent to the school office explaining the change in departure. A bus pass must be issued from the school office if your child will be riding a different bus home. Note: This procedure is to be used in both long term situations (such as riding to a grandparent’s house each day) and short term situations (such as going to a friend’s house one afternoon.)
What if I need to bring something to my child that he/she forgot at home?
Items may be brought to our school office. Our office volunteers will deliver the item to your child as soon as possible. Students will not be called down to pick up an item.
What if my child is going to a school dance? What do I do?
Attending a CMM dance is a PRIVILEGE. Dances are scheduled from 2:45 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Students are expected to remain at the dance until 4:30 p.m. Parents who arrive before the end of the dance must come into the gymnasium to pick up their student. Parents are expected to pick their child up at 4:30 p.m. Students who are not picked up promptly (within 15 minutes of the conclusion of the dance) will not be allowed to attend future dances. Students will not be allowed to call home on the day of the dance to get permission to remain at school for the dance. Plans should be made ahead of time.
How often are report cards sent home?
Report cards are issued at the end of the 9 weeks throughout the year. Parents may check a student’s grade through JPAMS (https://jgrade.caddo.k12.la.us/jpweb). The final report card of the year is mailed from the Caddo Parish School Board approximately one week after the end of school.
How do I go about scheduling a Parent-Teacher Conference?
Conferences are scheduled by contacting the appropriate school counselor. If you would like to schedule a conference with any administrative staff, please contact the school office at 868-6588.
What is the school’s dress code?
Students are to dress in apparel that is modest, tasteful, and that does not interfere with or distract from the education process or the rights of others. Students and their clothing must be neat, clean, well groomed, and must meet the following guidelines:
· Attire must not be destructive to school property.
· For health reasons, shoes must be worn. Hosiery is required with closed shoes. Flip-flops or sandal shoes with a thong or ring between the toes are not to be worn.
· Only tops designed to be worn outside the pants, shorts, or skirts shall be worn in that manner. Shirts permitted to be worn and not tucked-in include:
a. Shirts with the bottom cut flat or notched that does not extend more than 4 inches from the belt line.
b. Blouses fashioned in a stylish manner that do not extend more than 4 inches from the belt line
The following shirts should be tucked-in:
a. T-shirts
b. Jerseys
c. Shirts with shirt tails
d. Polo-style shirts
e. Any style shirt that extends 4 inches or more below the belt line
· Shirts with buttons and shirt tails worn over a t-shirt should be buttoned and tucked in.
· Pants, shorts, or skirts must be worn at the waist. No “sagging” is permitted. Transparent or breakaway type pants are not permitted. Belts should be buckled at all times.
· Headwear or hair rollers are prohibited in the building. Unnatural hair color is prohibited.
· Body piercing jewelry cannot be worn except in the ears.
· Shirts, sweaters, jackets, and other tops worn over leggings must be no shorter than four inches from the top of the knee. Skirt length should be no more than four inches from the top of the knee.
· Sunglasses are prohibited in the building unless they are prescribed.
· Bare midriffs, see-through garments, white undergarment type T-shirts, bare backs, halter-tops, tank tops, tube tops, or cutoffs cannot be worn. There are to be no holes or tears in clothing on the school campus.
· The students may wear loose-fitting shorts that are no more than four inches from the top of the knee (front and back) when the student is standing. All shorts must be hemmed. Cutoff shorts, rolled-up jeans, pajama pants, sweats, athletic or spandex shorts cannot be worn. No other article of clothing can be worn beneath shorts for viewing.
· Blouses must cover the midriff when arms are raised.
· Sleeveless blouses, shirts, and dresses must extend from the neck to the edge of the shoulder.
· Obscene, profane language or provocative pictures on clothing or jewelry are prohibited.
· Satanic, cult, or gang related symbolism in any form is prohibited.
· Drug related symbols in any form, including advertisements or promotion of alcohol or tobacco, are prohibited.
Principals, after consultation with their School Improvement Committee, have the discretion to adjust the dress code to fit unique situations as long as the decision does not interfere with the requirements of Title IX.
How are parents involved?
The administration and faculty of CMM consider themselves to be partners with parents, the primary educators of their children. Research suggests that one characteristic of an effective school is strong parent involvement; the stronger the parent involvement, the stronger the school--provided all the other essential elements are in place. The support and assistance of parents, therefore, is essential to the success of the integrated educational program provided by the school.
We have a strong PTA and encourage you to become involved. We value the contribution our parents make at CMM, and we consider both a vital part of our fine school, and of our success.
My child wants to access the library reference links but I have lost his/her log-in info. What do I do?
The library catalog and links to online reference sites can be accessed at:
http://www.middlemagnet.com
Select: Library
Select: Link to OPAC/Destiny
The “Catalog” tab gives you access to CMM’s collection and quality websites for many topics. The “Home” tab shows useful sites for research and general information.
You will need passwords for our subscription databases—-see below.
OPAC User Name: Student Number with a 0 in front
Password: Last Name
EBSCO User ID: caddom
Password: library
You will generally use EBSCOhost Web or Student Research Center for general research. EBSCOhost Web is 21 different databases. Read the summary to decide which one will work best for the kind of information that you need.
World Book Online Login: caddo
Password: home
Infotrac/Gale Password: lak12 (lower case only!)
Includes Power Search (choice of 17 databases including Student Resources in Context (my favorite)
The Times (newspaper) Login: CMM1
Password: nie (Newspaper in Education)
Skills Tutor User Name: Student # without the 0
Password: Last name
Shreve Memorial Library http://www.shreve-lib.org
You must have a library card number if you plan to access on-line databases or place a hold.
Other useful links:
LA Pass http://www.louisianapass.com
CMM School Site http://www.middlemagnet.com
Caddo Parish School Board http://www.caddo.k12.la.us
Noodletools www.noodletools.com
Easybib www.easybib.com
You will need to register even if you only use the free bibliography help. This site will put all of your entries in correct bibliographic MLA form once you have filled in the necessary information. Instruction sheet is available in the library. REMEMBER to write down your login information.
What sports are available for my child at CMM?
CMM sponsors golf, tennis, track, and softball. All other sports including football and basketball, as well as all spirit groups are sponsored by the PTSA. I signed a contract for this year. What is required to return to CMM? To remain a student at Caddo Middle Magnet, students must average a 2.0 GPA in final grades, pass English and mathematics, and maintain acceptable behavior and attendance standards. No re-testing is required. Selection of courses by students is sent home in February for parent signature and returned to the school for scheduling for the following fall semester. Students are allowed to request changes in course selections if they have parent approval. After May 18th, courses are considered a commitment for the next school year. Contracts will be sent home with students in the spring for parent signature. Signed contracts must be returned and kept on file in the counselors’ office. Contracts are binding for one year, provided re-entry requirements are met, with appeal for extenuating circumstances such as family transfer away from the city. In keeping with the school mission statement, the Staff Council/SBLC will meet with the administrative and counseling staff in May to consider behavior patterns in determining whether or not each student with four or more referrals for disciplinary action will be invited to return to Caddo Middle Magnet. Students who are dismissed for disciplinary reasons may not return to Caddo Middle Magnet. I am interested in my child being in the National Junior Honor Society. What are the admission standards? Seventh or eighth graders who maintain a cumulative 3.75 GPA the first, second, and third nine weeks of the current school year, participate in at least one community service activity within the current school year, who are current members of a CMM club, who have impeccable behavior, and meet all NJHS application deadlines will be considered for membership in CMM’s NJHS Chapter. More in-depth information is available upon request from Mrs. Nancy Nix, Sponsor.
What is the school store and where is it located?
The Caddo Middle Magnet Student Council operates the School Store. It is located on the first floor on B-wing between rooms B-111 and B-113. Open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., it carries many of the items (pencils, pens, folders, paper, poster board) that Caddo Middle Magnet students may periodically need. My child has lost his/her backpack or other personal item. Where might I find it? Unclaimed articles that are found on campus should be brought to the main office. Items remaining at Caddo Middle Magnet longer than one (1) week after the end of the current school year will be donated to charity or discarded. Will my child be assigned a school locker?
Each student is assigned a locker the first week of school. Lockers should be kept locked at all times. Only the person who uses the locker should know the combination. Students should report lockers that are jammed or not working properly to the front office.Lockers should be kept neat and free of excess paper. All items should be arranged so that the locker closes. Behavior Management Minor forms may be given for lockers that are not closed.
I will be driving my child to school. What time should we arrive?
Walking and car pool students should arrive at school between 7:30 and 7:44 a.m. There is no supervision for children before 7:20 a.m. unless they go to breakfast in the cafeteria.
How can my child find the correct classroom on the first day of school?
School staff and adult volunteers will be available to help all children find their classrooms during the first days of school.
What supplies will my child need?
Supply lists are sent home with each child in August. Teachers will have lists available and may also request additional items. DO NOT PURCHASE OR USE ADHESIVE BOOK COVERS--THEY DAMAGE TEXTBOOKS.
What if my child needs to take medication on an on-going basis at school?
Children are not permitted to carry any type of medication to school. No medicine can be administered without a special form completed by the parent and physician. These forms are available in the school office. ALL MEDICATION MUST BE IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER (Medication must be brought to and from school by a parent or guardian and not by the child.)
How can my child apply to attend Caddo Middle Magnet?
The Caddo Parish School Board has established enrollment and testing policies to govern the application process. You may visit www.caddo.k12.la.us or contact Julie Scruggs, Magnet School Supervisor, to find out more about the application process for our school.
What is the school mascot and colors?
CMM’s mascot is the STALLION and our colors are navy and gold.
What prevention measures are in place to guard my child’s safety?
We have full-time security coordinators that monitor the campus, and direct all visitors to the school office. All visitors must wear a visitor pass which they are provided when they go to the main office to sign-in. Areas around the school are monitored by a closed-circuit security system monitored at the main office.
How may I contact my child’s teacher?
All of the teachers' e-mail addresses may be found by clicking on FACULTY/STAFF on the CMM Home Page. Teachers are available for phone calls before school and after school hours. During regular school hours you may leave a message with the office staff, and the teacher will return your call when the school day is over. Classroom instruction will not be interrupted for phone calls.
What if our address or phone numbers change?
It is very important that the office has correct contact information on every child. Please call us to give us any changes including emergency contact numbers.
Why should I purchase a CMM Directory?
This is our CMM phone and address directory for all of our parents and teachers. It also includes our school calendar and PTA officers with contact information.
May I observe a teacher or my child in a classroom?
Yes. All observations must be scheduled through Mr. Hendrick, assistant principal of instruction, at 868-6588.
What will be served in the school cafeteria each day?
The week’s menu is listed on the website.
What if I want to bring lunch for my child from a restaurant?
Carbonated drinks and/or commercial food items are not allowed in the cafeteria.
School Office – 318-868-6588
School Fax – 318-865-6125
When I have a question, to whom do I talk?
Parents should first contact the classroom teacher to clarify questions. If they still have questions, they should contact the appropriate person:
Principal: Keith Burton
Assistant Principal of Discipline: Dr. Cedric Ellis
Assistant Principal of Instruction: Frank Hendrick
Principal’s Secretary: Sissy Berry
Attendance and Discipline Secretary: Kimberly Hay
Bookkeeper: Susan Allbritton
Cafeteria Manager: Shonada O’Neal
Counselors: Barbara Bennett (8th)
Brooke Walker (7th)
Kelly Guerrero (6th)
Librarian: Eileen Adkins
Maintenance: Anthony Taylor (Head Custodian)
Ophelia Morris (Assistant Custodian)
Security Coordinators: Scott Spalding, Louis Welch
School Resource Officer: Detective Marcus Hines
How do I drop my child off at the beginning of school?
Do not drop off students before 7:20 a.m. Students may be dropped off in the carpool line in front of the school or through our parking lot on the north side of the campus.
· Buses will pick up and drop off students using the south driveway. No car traffic is permitted on this driveway. The buses will be parked in the same spot each day. Students will be given the location of their bus at the beginning of the school year.
· Car traffic may use the traffic circle in the front of the school on Cornelious. Cars may go straight after pulling on to Cornelious or may turn left.
· Car traffic will enter the north parking lot in a double line in the morning and drop students off at the flagpole. Cars will merge into one line as they leave the parking lot. Cars MUST turn right on Cornelious. No left turns allowed.
· Car traffic in the afternoon will enter the north parking lot in a double line and pull all the way around the lot. Cars will merge into a single line as they leave the parking lot. Cars must turn right on to Cornelious. No left turns allowed.
Please be aware that Cornelious must be a free access street. The city has placed No Parking signs along the street. Cars parking along Cornelious, Hoover, Turner, and·Terrell block traffic, block residential driveways, create a traffic hazard, and place students at risk as they cross the street to reach their car or the school.
· The south parking lot will not be used for picking-up or dropping-off students.
What are school starting and dismissal times?
School starts at 7:44 a.m. and dismisses at 2:45 p.m.
What are the different school schedules?
Bell Schedule
Regular Schedule PM Activity Advisory AM Activity
SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01 SRU 7:44-8:01
1st 8:01-8:52 1st 8:01-8:44 Adv. 8:01-8:22 1st 8:01-8:45
2nd 8:57-9:47 2nd 8:49-9:31 1st 8:22-9:09 Act. 8:45-9:28
3rd 9:52-10:42 3rd 9:36-10:18 2nd 9:14-10:03 2nd 9:33-10:16
4th 10:47-11:37 4th 10:23-11:05 3rd 10:08-10:55 3rd 10:21-11:04
5th and Lunch 5th and Lunch 4th 11:00-11:46 4th 11:09-11:52
11:42-12:06 1st 11:10-11:34 1st 5th & Lunch 5th & Lunch
10:06-12:30 2nd 11:34-11:58 2nd 11:51-12:15 1st 11:57-12:21 1st
12:30-12:54 3rd 11:58-12:22 3rd 12:15-12:39 2nd 12:21-12:45 2nd
6th 12:59-1:49 6th 12:27-1:09 12:39-1:03 3rd 12:45-1:09 3rd
7th 1:54-2:45 7th 1:14-1:57 6th 1:08-1:54 6th 1:14-1:57
Act. 2:02-2:45 7th 1:59-2:45 7th 2:02-2:45
When I come to Caddo Middle Magnet, do I need to sign in?
Yes. All visitors must report to the school office, sign in on the computer, and wear the visitor’s pass.
What should I do if my child is going to be late?
Your child will be considered tardy if he/she is not in their seat or assigned place when the tardy bell rings. You and your child should come to the office to receive a tardy slip.
If I want my child to be dismissed early, what should I do?
After arriving at school, students must not leave the school grounds for any reason during the school day without first reporting to the office and securing permission. If a student becomes ill and wishes to go home, he must obtain a note from the teacher to bring to the office for parent contact. The office staff will supervise the checkout process. The parent will come to the office to pick up the student and to sign him/her out. When a student returns from a checkout, an “admit” will be issued by the office staff. Parents who are not known by the office staff will be required to identify themselves for the student’s safety. Only parents or guardians can give authorization for others to check out students. A doctor’s note for a checkout for illness that is initiated by the office staff is not required for the day of the checkout but is required for any additional days. Doctors’ notes are required for checkouts for doctors’ appointments. In the event of an emergency, no student will be checked out without parent permission in writing. Carpool parents cannot take children other than their own without this notification. Parents should inform the office staff through the counselor whenever legal custody conditions warrant such notice. Documentation must be on file in the cumulative record.
What if my child’s absence is excused?
These absences are excused by a practicing physician, authorizing agency, or the CPSB.
How do I get my child's homework when he/she has been absent?
Parents may request a child’s homework assignments after the child has been absent for three (3) consecutive days. You may request additional assignments following the completion of previously assigned work. You need to call 868-6588 prior to 10 a.m. Parents may pick up the student’s assignments after 2:30 p.m. and before 3:30 p.m. in the school office. (Due to HIPAA Law, we can no longer accept faxed medical excuses because of student confidentiality.) These absences will not count against the total number of days students must be present at school.
When my child returns to school after being absent, what should I do?
Please send in a note with the student's name, date(s) of absence and reason for absence (attach doctor’s excuse if needed). This needs to be handed in to the homeroom teacher.
What if my child is sick and won’t be at school today?
When a student is absent from school, parents should contact Mrs. Hay in the main office (868-6588) between 7:50 and 8:30 a.m. on the day the student will be absent. When a student is absent from school for the entire day, the student should bring an excuse to the Stallion Round-up teacher or the office on the day in which he/she returns. If the student checks in or out during the day, the student should take the excuse to the office. The student returning to school must bring a written excuse containing the student’s name, the date(s) of absence and reason for absence with a doctor’s signature. If a doctor’s note is unavailable, a written note signed by the parent should be sent. Forged excuses will result in disciplinary action. If siblings see the doctor at the same time, parents must bring an individual doctor’s note for each student.
If I want my child to ride a different bus or carpool home, what should I do?
A note must be sent to the school office explaining the change in departure. A bus pass must be issued from the school office if your child will be riding a different bus home. Note: This procedure is to be used in both long term situations (such as riding to a grandparent’s house each day) and short term situations (such as going to a friend’s house one afternoon.)
What if I need to bring something to my child that he/she forgot at home?
Items may be brought to our school office. Our office volunteers will deliver the item to your child as soon as possible. Students will not be called down to pick up an item.
What if my child is going to a school dance? What do I do?
Attending a CMM dance is a PRIVILEGE. Dances are scheduled from 2:45 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Students are expected to remain at the dance until 4:30 p.m. Parents who arrive before the end of the dance must come into the gymnasium to pick up their student. Parents are expected to pick their child up at 4:30 p.m. Students who are not picked up promptly (within 15 minutes of the conclusion of the dance) will not be allowed to attend future dances. Students will not be allowed to call home on the day of the dance to get permission to remain at school for the dance. Plans should be made ahead of time.
How often are report cards sent home?
Report cards are issued at the end of the 9 weeks throughout the year. Parents may check a student’s grade through JPAMS (https://jgrade.caddo.k12.la.us/jpweb). The final report card of the year is mailed from the Caddo Parish School Board approximately one week after the end of school.
How do I go about scheduling a Parent-Teacher Conference?
Conferences are scheduled by contacting the appropriate school counselor. If you would like to schedule a conference with any administrative staff, please contact the school office at 868-6588.
What is the school’s dress code?
Students are to dress in apparel that is modest, tasteful, and that does not interfere with or distract from the education process or the rights of others. Students and their clothing must be neat, clean, well groomed, and must meet the following guidelines:
· Attire must not be destructive to school property.
· For health reasons, shoes must be worn. Hosiery is required with closed shoes. Flip-flops or sandal shoes with a thong or ring between the toes are not to be worn.
· Only tops designed to be worn outside the pants, shorts, or skirts shall be worn in that manner. Shirts permitted to be worn and not tucked-in include:
a. Shirts with the bottom cut flat or notched that does not extend more than 4 inches from the belt line.
b. Blouses fashioned in a stylish manner that do not extend more than 4 inches from the belt line
The following shirts should be tucked-in:
a. T-shirts
b. Jerseys
c. Shirts with shirt tails
d. Polo-style shirts
e. Any style shirt that extends 4 inches or more below the belt line
· Shirts with buttons and shirt tails worn over a t-shirt should be buttoned and tucked in.
· Pants, shorts, or skirts must be worn at the waist. No “sagging” is permitted. Transparent or breakaway type pants are not permitted. Belts should be buckled at all times.
· Headwear or hair rollers are prohibited in the building. Unnatural hair color is prohibited.
· Body piercing jewelry cannot be worn except in the ears.
· Shirts, sweaters, jackets, and other tops worn over leggings must be no shorter than four inches from the top of the knee. Skirt length should be no more than four inches from the top of the knee.
· Sunglasses are prohibited in the building unless they are prescribed.
· Bare midriffs, see-through garments, white undergarment type T-shirts, bare backs, halter-tops, tank tops, tube tops, or cutoffs cannot be worn. There are to be no holes or tears in clothing on the school campus.
· The students may wear loose-fitting shorts that are no more than four inches from the top of the knee (front and back) when the student is standing. All shorts must be hemmed. Cutoff shorts, rolled-up jeans, pajama pants, sweats, athletic or spandex shorts cannot be worn. No other article of clothing can be worn beneath shorts for viewing.
· Blouses must cover the midriff when arms are raised.
· Sleeveless blouses, shirts, and dresses must extend from the neck to the edge of the shoulder.
· Obscene, profane language or provocative pictures on clothing or jewelry are prohibited.
· Satanic, cult, or gang related symbolism in any form is prohibited.
· Drug related symbols in any form, including advertisements or promotion of alcohol or tobacco, are prohibited.
Principals, after consultation with their School Improvement Committee, have the discretion to adjust the dress code to fit unique situations as long as the decision does not interfere with the requirements of Title IX.
How are parents involved?
The administration and faculty of CMM consider themselves to be partners with parents, the primary educators of their children. Research suggests that one characteristic of an effective school is strong parent involvement; the stronger the parent involvement, the stronger the school--provided all the other essential elements are in place. The support and assistance of parents, therefore, is essential to the success of the integrated educational program provided by the school.
We have a strong PTA and encourage you to become involved. We value the contribution our parents make at CMM, and we consider both a vital part of our fine school, and of our success.
My child wants to access the library reference links but I have lost his/her log-in info. What do I do?
The library catalog and links to online reference sites can be accessed at:
http://www.middlemagnet.com
Select: Library
Select: Link to OPAC/Destiny
The “Catalog” tab gives you access to CMM’s collection and quality websites for many topics. The “Home” tab shows useful sites for research and general information.
You will need passwords for our subscription databases—-see below.
OPAC User Name: Student Number with a 0 in front
Password: Last Name
EBSCO User ID: caddom
Password: library
You will generally use EBSCOhost Web or Student Research Center for general research. EBSCOhost Web is 21 different databases. Read the summary to decide which one will work best for the kind of information that you need.
World Book Online Login: caddo
Password: home
Infotrac/Gale Password: lak12 (lower case only!)
Includes Power Search (choice of 17 databases including Student Resources in Context (my favorite)
The Times (newspaper) Login: CMM1
Password: nie (Newspaper in Education)
Skills Tutor User Name: Student # without the 0
Password: Last name
Shreve Memorial Library http://www.shreve-lib.org
You must have a library card number if you plan to access on-line databases or place a hold.
Other useful links:
LA Pass http://www.louisianapass.com
CMM School Site http://www.middlemagnet.com
Caddo Parish School Board http://www.caddo.k12.la.us
Noodletools www.noodletools.com
Easybib www.easybib.com
You will need to register even if you only use the free bibliography help. This site will put all of your entries in correct bibliographic MLA form once you have filled in the necessary information. Instruction sheet is available in the library. REMEMBER to write down your login information.
What sports are available for my child at CMM?
CMM sponsors golf, tennis, track, and softball. All other sports including football and basketball, as well as all spirit groups are sponsored by the PTSA. I signed a contract for this year. What is required to return to CMM? To remain a student at Caddo Middle Magnet, students must average a 2.0 GPA in final grades, pass English and mathematics, and maintain acceptable behavior and attendance standards. No re-testing is required. Selection of courses by students is sent home in February for parent signature and returned to the school for scheduling for the following fall semester. Students are allowed to request changes in course selections if they have parent approval. After May 18th, courses are considered a commitment for the next school year. Contracts will be sent home with students in the spring for parent signature. Signed contracts must be returned and kept on file in the counselors’ office. Contracts are binding for one year, provided re-entry requirements are met, with appeal for extenuating circumstances such as family transfer away from the city. In keeping with the school mission statement, the Staff Council/SBLC will meet with the administrative and counseling staff in May to consider behavior patterns in determining whether or not each student with four or more referrals for disciplinary action will be invited to return to Caddo Middle Magnet. Students who are dismissed for disciplinary reasons may not return to Caddo Middle Magnet. I am interested in my child being in the National Junior Honor Society. What are the admission standards? Seventh or eighth graders who maintain a cumulative 3.75 GPA the first, second, and third nine weeks of the current school year, participate in at least one community service activity within the current school year, who are current members of a CMM club, who have impeccable behavior, and meet all NJHS application deadlines will be considered for membership in CMM’s NJHS Chapter. More in-depth information is available upon request from Mrs. Nancy Nix, Sponsor.
What is the school store and where is it located?
The Caddo Middle Magnet Student Council operates the School Store. It is located on the first floor on B-wing between rooms B-111 and B-113. Open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., it carries many of the items (pencils, pens, folders, paper, poster board) that Caddo Middle Magnet students may periodically need. My child has lost his/her backpack or other personal item. Where might I find it? Unclaimed articles that are found on campus should be brought to the main office. Items remaining at Caddo Middle Magnet longer than one (1) week after the end of the current school year will be donated to charity or discarded. Will my child be assigned a school locker?
Each student is assigned a locker the first week of school. Lockers should be kept locked at all times. Only the person who uses the locker should know the combination. Students should report lockers that are jammed or not working properly to the front office.Lockers should be kept neat and free of excess paper. All items should be arranged so that the locker closes. Behavior Management Minor forms may be given for lockers that are not closed.
I will be driving my child to school. What time should we arrive?
Walking and car pool students should arrive at school between 7:30 and 7:44 a.m. There is no supervision for children before 7:20 a.m. unless they go to breakfast in the cafeteria.
How can my child find the correct classroom on the first day of school?
School staff and adult volunteers will be available to help all children find their classrooms during the first days of school.
What supplies will my child need?
Supply lists are sent home with each child in August. Teachers will have lists available and may also request additional items. DO NOT PURCHASE OR USE ADHESIVE BOOK COVERS--THEY DAMAGE TEXTBOOKS.
What if my child needs to take medication on an on-going basis at school?
Children are not permitted to carry any type of medication to school. No medicine can be administered without a special form completed by the parent and physician. These forms are available in the school office. ALL MEDICATION MUST BE IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER (Medication must be brought to and from school by a parent or guardian and not by the child.)
How can my child apply to attend Caddo Middle Magnet?
The Caddo Parish School Board has established enrollment and testing policies to govern the application process. You may visit www.caddo.k12.la.us or contact Julie Scruggs, Magnet School Supervisor, to find out more about the application process for our school.
What is the school mascot and colors?
CMM’s mascot is the STALLION and our colors are navy and gold.
What prevention measures are in place to guard my child’s safety?
We have full-time security coordinators that monitor the campus, and direct all visitors to the school office. All visitors must wear a visitor pass which they are provided when they go to the main office to sign-in. Areas around the school are monitored by a closed-circuit security system monitored at the main office.
How may I contact my child’s teacher?
All of the teachers' e-mail addresses may be found by clicking on FACULTY/STAFF on the CMM Home Page. Teachers are available for phone calls before school and after school hours. During regular school hours you may leave a message with the office staff, and the teacher will return your call when the school day is over. Classroom instruction will not be interrupted for phone calls.
What if our address or phone numbers change?
It is very important that the office has correct contact information on every child. Please call us to give us any changes including emergency contact numbers.
Why should I purchase a CMM Directory?
This is our CMM phone and address directory for all of our parents and teachers. It also includes our school calendar and PTA officers with contact information.
May I observe a teacher or my child in a classroom?
Yes. All observations must be scheduled through Mr. Hendrick, assistant principal of instruction, at 868-6588.
What will be served in the school cafeteria each day?
The week’s menu is listed on the website.
What if I want to bring lunch for my child from a restaurant?
Carbonated drinks and/or commercial food items are not allowed in the cafeteria.
