Canton Middle School was incorporated by the Canton Board of Education in 2004 to implement the best educational practices for Canton's early adolescents. The school comprises grades 7 and 8 and will serve approximately 275 students in 2011-2012. Canton Middle School was extremely proud to be named the Connecticut Association of Schools Middle School of the Year – 2009-2010.

Students in Canton Middle School are divided into one of three interdisciplinary teams. Each student is part of an advisory group, led by a faculty advisor. All students take a core academic program (English, science, social studies and math) with over 75% electing a world language. There is a broad range of courses in the various arts, including band, chorus, technology education, computer, art, and FACS. A wide ranging co-curricular and athletic program is maintained as an integral part of the school's mission.

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Washington, D.C. Trip
The annual 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. is scheduled for May 8-11. There is an important meeting for parents of students going on the trip on Monday, April 30 at 7:00 pm in the Middle and High School Auditorium. On the trip students will visit several of the Smithsonian Museums, including the new Udvar-Hazy Space Museum, the American History Museum and the Natural History Museum. Students will also stop at the various monuments, including the new Martin Luther King Memorial for the first time. Click on attached itinerary for the trip.

8th Grade Promotion Planned
Canton Middle School’s 8th graders will be promoted at a special ceremony scheduled for Thursday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. Seventh grade parents are planning a very special night for students and their parents. Part of the evening involves a slide show. Parents of 8th graders are asked to send a photo of their 8th grader from when the child was in kindergarten, 1st or 2nd grade. Photos can be brought to the Middle School or e-mailed to 8graduation@gmail.com. Seventh grade parents Jenny Bahre and Angie Abbott are coordinating the program. Click on the Promotion Night Letter for additional information.

After School Supervised Study Opportunity
There is an opportunity for CMS 7th and 8th graders to have a supervised after school study hall in the Middle School Library from 2:30 – 3:30 Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.   After-School Study Hall - April 2012.   After-School Study Hall - May 2012.   Contact counselor William Donovan (wdonovan@cantonschools.org) with questions or to sign up your child.

Peter Pan
Canton Middle School’s production of Peter Pan played to large audiences on Friday and Saturday nights, January 27, 28. A cast and crew of 68 Middle School students were involved. Special thanks to Ms. Chafetz, Mrs. Casorio, Ms. Klusek, Mr. Klusek and Mr. Moran all of whom worked with the students to make the play happen. Thanks to the many parents who supported this endeavor. Click here to view pictures.

Soldiers Respond
Canton Middle School students shipped over 70 care packages to soldiers in Afghanistan this past November. The response from the soldiers through e-mail and letters has been very appreciative. Please click here to view the latest CMS Newsletter which gives details.

Website Concern
We all know the potential for misuse of the internet by adolescents. Social networking sites continue to be a concern and a place where students use poor judgment. Two new sites have come to our attention that parents should be of particular concern. Please click on this attachment called Danger on the Web for additional details.

Dates to Remember
April 30	Parent Meeting - Washington, D.C. Trip, 7:00 p.m., Auditorium
May 2	8th Grade Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m.
May 8-11	8th Grade Trip to Washington, D.C.
May 16	Early Dismissal - Professional Development
May 23	7th Grade Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m.
May 25	8th Grade Music Trip
May 28	Memorial Day - No School
May 30	7th Grade Field Day
June 1	8th Grade Field Day
June 6	7th Grade Trip to Boston
June 14	8th Grade Promotion Day
June 14, 15	Early Dismissal
June 15	Last Day of School