What Does CMS Do to Implement the 40 Developmental Assets?

Asset Coordinators- The CMS Asset Coordinators are Heather Spessard-Schroer and Eric Benzel. They ensure implementation of lessons and programs that focus on building the external supports and internal strengths or Assets of our students at school, at home, and in the community. The following are descriptions of some of the programs in place.

Cyclone Bucks -Students are awarded Cyclone Bucks for having earned an Asset Tag or demonstrating assets throughout the school year. Students can earn Cyclone Bucks by positively participating or going above and beyond in school activities, reaching goals, demonstrating notable achievement in the classroom, or showing outstanding progress outside of the classroom. The student’s achievement is always acknowledged and praised at the time the Cyclone Buck is awarded.

School Store- Students have the opportunity to purchase items using their Cyclone Bucks. Items at the School Store include special passes, privilege activities, fun school supplies, tickets for free admission to activities, lunch of their choice, tokens, movie passes, sporting event passes, and even an iPod Shuffle! The school store is open every other Friday of the month.

Monthly Asset Themes- The CMS calendar of events focuses on a different asset category each month. The Asset of the Month is announced at the beginning of each month along with a brief description and example. It is also posted on the Asset Wall outside of the office.

Students and staff focus activities, lessons, and goals on the Asset of the Month. Teachers are also encouraged to include the asset in daily classroom activities.

Good Friends Program- Adults at CMS serve as support resources for students. Good Friends may attend asset-focused, school-based activities throughout the school year. For example, they might attend library night, a movie matinee, school concerts, or sporting events to name a few. The Good Friends Program is an additional way for CMS to help students to grow up in a supportive and caring environment.

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