Snowflake Grams will be on sale December 15–18 for $1 each.
Grams will be delivered to students during 6th period on December 19.
When purchasing a Snowflake Gram, students should be prepared with:
The recipient’s first and last name
Help us spread kindness by writing a thoughtful, school-appropriate message that will make someone’s day!
Families: If parents or guardians would like to purchase a Snowflake Gram, please contact Samantha.Hardie@kent.k12.wa.us for assistance.
Thank you for supporting this fun opportunity for students to spread kindness and winter cheer throughout our school community! ❄️
Each day has a fun winter themed dress-up option from cozy PJ’s to winter characters to showing off our CHMS colors. Let’s make the week festive and fun! 🎄💙💚
Dear Cedar Heights Families,
As we are in the midst of 2025–2026 school year, this is a reminder that all students must be up to date on required immunizations in order to attend school. The Washington State Department of Health has released the updated immunization requirements (see attached). Please review them to ensure your student’s records are complete.
To support families, a free, no-cost Immunization Clinic will be held:
December 12, 2025
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kent School District Administration Building (Mt. Adams Room)
12033 SE 256th St, Kent, WA 98030
Routine childhood and school-required vaccines—including DTaP/Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A & B, Polio, and more—will be available. Covid-19 and flu vaccines are also offered. Walk-ins are welcome, but preregistration is encouraged (QR code in flyer).
If you prefer to visit your child’s pediatrician, many local clinics are currently scheduling annual wellness and immunization appointments. Pediatric offices in the area include Mary Bridge Pediatrics, Valley Children’s Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, Multicare Pediatrics, and Sea Mar Community Health Centers.
Please take a moment to check your student’s records and schedule any needed appointments as soon as possible. If you need help accessing immunizations or have questions, feel free to contact our main office.
Thank you for helping us keep our school community healthy and ready for learning!
We’re excited to invite you to participate in our Report Card Night on Wednesday, December 3, from 5:30–7:00 PM. Teachers will walk through the neighborhood to deliver your child’s progress report and chat with family's one-on-one.
We hope to see you and look forward to sharing your child’s progress. Thank you for your continued support!
Warmly,
Cedar Heights Middle School
Thank you, let me know if you have any other questions. 🙂
Evelyn Quintero Flores
CIS Site Coordinator at Cedar Heights Middle School
Communities In Schools of South King County
Cell: 253-373-6006
Kent School District is hosting a free vaccine clinic to help ensure students are healthy and up to date on required and recommended immunizations. For ages 6 months to 18 years are welcome—no cost, regardless of insurance status!
📅 Date: Thursday, December 12
⏰ Time: 12:00–3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: KSD Administration Building – Mt. Adams Room
💉 Routine & School-Required Vaccines Available:
• DTaP/Tdap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough)
• Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B
• IPV (Polio)
• Hib (Haemophilus Influenzae)
• HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
• Varicella (Chickenpox)
• MenACWY-TT (Meningococcal)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
• Men B (Meningococcal B)
• PCV20 (Pneumococcal)
• COVID-19 & Flu (Influenza)
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25th for Teacher Conferences.
Afternoon Session: 1:00-4:00pm
Closed for Dinner: 4:00-5:00pm
Evening Session: 5:00-7:00pm
Translation devices will be available for families
🎨 Get ready, KSD—It’s almost time! Building on the amazing momentum from last spring, the OneKSD Art Contest returns December 1! Students and staff are invited to show what equity means to them through original artwork celebrating opportunity, belonging, and helping everyone thrive in our diverse community.
🎉 Check out all the details and start dreaming up your design: www.kent.k12.wa.us/oneKSDart
CHMS Conferences November 25th!
➡️ Visit the link below and select “Sign Up” to view all current volunteer opportunities:
https://cedarheightsptsa.givebacks.com/w/Volunteers
Your help makes a huge difference — thank you for supporting our students, staff, and school community! 💙
🏀🤼♀️🎉 Winter sports are heating up! Whether your student is hitting the court, the mat, or the sidelines, completing a CNEEB Application (Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit) , for those who qualify, can help make participation more affordable.
By filling out the form, families can unlock:
✅ Reduced or waived fees for basketball, wrestling, cheer, and other activities
✅ More school funding for programs and student support
✅ A stronger, more connected OneKSD community
It’s quick, confidential, and makes a big difference all year long.
📝 Complete your CNEEB today and get ready for a great winter season!
Fill it out here: Nutrition | Kent School District
👉 https://sway.cloud.microsoft/W8fzBuTtUEhnqjIl?ref=Link
Catch up on October highlights and see what’s ahead this month at CHMS: Quarter 1 grade check, Teacher Conferences, schedule impacts and RSVP for Coffee with the Principal. 🍂☕
Read now for more information!
#CHMS #CedarHeightsMiddle #NovemberNews
If the federal government shutdown continues, food assistance benefits in Washington will end on Oct. 31, 2025. Losing food assistance will have devastating impacts on the well-being of hundreds of thousands of Washington residents and will hurt local economies across the state. DSHS has more information about the impacts as well as what clients can do to prepare for the loss of benefits.
For more information visit: Community Resources | Kent School District
At 10:16 this morning, CHMS will be participating in the Great American ShakeOut — the nation’s largest earthquake drill!
Our students and staff will practice how to “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” to stay safe during an earthquake. 🏫💪
#GreatShakeOut #SafetyFirst #CHMSStrong #DropCoverHoldOn
🍂🎉 Get ready to dance into fall! 🎉🍂
Tickets for the Fall Fest Dance go on sale Thursday, Oct. 16 – Oct. 23!
💵 $5 with ASB | $7 without ASB
🗓 Dance Day: Friday, Oct. 24 | 3–5 PM after school
Don’t forget — bring your ID, signed expectation form, and money when buying your ticket!
✨ Only 1 ticket per person.
#FallFestDance #MiddleSchoolFun #ASBEvents #DanceVibes
October 22nd, CHMS commons
Showtime: 3:20
Doors open: 3:00
Concessions will be sold, but don't miss out on the free popcorn!
Friendly reminder that all students must attend with an adult.
Hope to see you there,
Cedar Heights PTSA
Cedar Heights PTSA is excited to be part of the Reflections Art program again this year! This National PTA arts recognition program helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning.
We invite all Cedar Heights students to participate and reflect on this year's theme "I Belong!".
Please see flyer for more details 😊
Belonging can be found in various contexts, such as family, friendships, workplaces, sports teams/clubs, cultural or religious communities and even online groups. Belonging is not about being similar or identical to others. People can belong to groups even if they have different backgrounds, perspectives or experiences because no matter how similar a group is, no one is the same. When we recognize and embrace the differences in the groups we belong to, we broaden our understanding of the world.
PTSA will be accepting art entries up through November 13th. Categories include visual arts, photography, literature, music composition, dance choreography, and film production. All participants will need to complete the submission form pertaining to their category (this includes a title and description of their piece as to how it relates to the theme).
Please review the National PTA guidelines on crafting an entry: Craft an Entry - Reflections Arts Program | National PTA.
All complete entries will be awarded a PRIZE and have the opportunity to advance to the local, state and national levels. A few general guidelines to consider as your child starts their project...
• Titles or artist statements must be the student’s own words and interpretations of the theme.
• Artist's statement must include at least 10 words and not exceed 100 words.
• Do not “recycle” artwork by submitting a piece created for other purposes (e.g., homework not related to Reflections; art used in another competition)
• Decisions in the creative process must be made and/or directed by the student. If support is required, it should be limited and appropriate to the student’s grade and needs.
If you have any questions or need support getting your child started, please reach out to Erin at nature@gatorspta.org. Thank you for supporting student engagement in the arts ❤️
Erin Pothier
Reflections Chair
Cedar Heights PTSA
PTSA Website
