Dear Parents,
Recently we have seen a trend where TikTok is challenging students to do inappropriate things and film it. This is a disturbing part of this social media platform. TikTok poses several dangers to youth, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbully, and privacy concerns. The platform’s algorithm often promotes viral trends that can encourage risky behaviors, while constant exposure to unrealistic standards of beauty and success may harm mental health. Additionally, the addictive nature of short, fast-paced videos can lead to excessive screen time, reducing face-to-face social interactions and affecting academic performance. Privacy risks are also significant, as personal data may be collected and used without full understanding or consent. Please take a moment and look on your child’s phone to see if this app is on their phone and if it is active. If it is on the phone at the very least take some time to talk with your child about the harm social media can present. We want our children to be safe in all aspects of life. Social media can be a great resource, but if left un-monitored can lead to problems that are easily avoidable.
The T-Shirt orders are now completed. The orders will be delivered on September 23.
Sept 16 Acadience Testing 4th – 6th
The information we gather from this reading assessment helps our teachers to guide their instruction and better serve
your children. A few tips to help with any assessment is to have your child go to bed the night before at a reasonable
hour, make sure they have a good breakfast and encourage them to try their best.
Sept 19 Cougar Fest 5:30 – 8:00 pm
Sept 23 School Pictures
Oct 1 PTA Board Meeting 1-2 pm
Oct 2-3 Parent Teacher Conferences
Oct 4 No School – Teacher Contract Day
Oct 7 Vision Screening
Updated map for the Parent led Cascade Bike bus. This is a fun and safe way to get to school. The bike bus officially runs every Friday. The bike bus is continuing to grow. This is a fun and safe way to get to school and to meet new
friends.
Please take a moment to fill out the free and reduced lunch application. This program offers free or reduced lunch for students. https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new?identifier=TFCNC9
A big thank you to all parents who are not turning left onto 800 East during the pick up times. During the pick up time a left hand turn slows traffic significantly. We are continuing to encourage all to be courteous in the drop off and pick up
zones.
Your PTA is working hard at Cascade. Please look for a separate email that explains all the wonderful things happening at Cascade.
