May

Friday, May 31, 2024

Current Sophomores, if you wish to be on Junior Class Council next year, today is the last day to fill out the Microsoft Forms link. https://forms.office.com/r/grgKn79cw6

Today is the last day to submit your application to join the Coalition Teen Council. Make a difference and join us.

The media center will be closed today, including during all lunches.

Reminders

All CVHS students are invited to experience I.AM.ROBOT! A FIRST Robotics team open to students from CVHS, the IAM, and Dakota. See the link for more information on how to participate: https://drive.google.com/file/d/141TgOy5USytpWF15HunB94JLKBC3KF83/view?usp=gmail&ts=663c2c33

Chippewa Valley Varsity Dance Team tryouts will take place on June 6, 7 and 8. Tryout packets can be picked up in the Athletic office. Please sign up here using the link Dance Team Tryout Link or contact Coach Katie with any questions at kburton1199@gmail.com. June 6th 4-6 p.m. at the 9th grade center gym; June 7th 4-6 p.m. at the 9th grade center gym; June 8th 3-5 p.m. at the Main Auxiliary gym

The Chippewa United girl's lacrosse team is hosting a clinic for girls grades 4th-12th. The lacrosse clinic is July 8,9,10,15,16,17 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) from 5:30-7pm on the football field. Registration can be found here: https://chippewavalleyschools.ce.eleyo.com/course/828/camps-clinics-and-leagues-2024-25/girls-lacrosse-intro-camp

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days. Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Last night was the preseason football meeting. If you intend on playing football next season and missed the meeting stop by Mr Wilson’s class to pick up informational material.

Anyone who has not picked up their yearbook can pick it up today in room 160 (Mrs. Kiel's room) during 3rd hour ONLY. Please bring a picture ID or your proof of purchase to pick it up.

There will be a Girls' Cross Country meeting today at 2:30 in Room 110. Please attend if you are interested in running this fall.

The cheer team is having a pre-tryout parent meeting tonight at 6pm in the cafeteria. Sideline cheer tryouts will be June 5, 6 and 7 from 5:00-7:00pm.

Current Sophomores, if you wish to be on Junior Class Council next year, please fill out the Microsoft Forms link by tomorrow. https://forms.office.com/r/grgKn79cw6

Reminders

If you’re interested in getting more involved in your school and community, the Coalition Teen Council might be the place for you. Applications are being accepted until May 31st.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Anyone who has not picked up their yearbook can pick it up today or tomorrow in room 160 (Mrs Kiel's room) during 3rd hour ONLY. Please bring a picture ID or your proof of purchase to pick it up.

There will be a Girls' Cross Country Meeting this Thursday at 2:30 in Room 110. Please attend if you are interested in running this fall.

Current Sophomores, if you wish to be on Junior Class Council next year, please fill out the Microsoft Forms link by May 31st. https://forms.office.com/r/grgKn79cw6

Reminders:

If you’re interested in getting more involved in your school and community, the Coalition Teen Council might be the place for you. Applications are being accepted until May 31st.

The cheer team is having a pre-tryout parent meeting May 30th at 6pm in the cafeteria. Try-outs for next year’s Sideline Cheerleading teams will be held on June 5th and 6th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm in the Aux gym. You will then be given a specific time to report on Friday, June 7th. Try-out packets are available in the Athletic office.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Juniors, with our seniors gone, you are the student leaders in our building. Through your positive

The last Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting of the year will be on Wednesday at 6:30am in Room 227.

There will be a Girls' Cross Country Meeting on Thursday, May 30th at 2:30 in Room 110. Please attend if you are interested in running this fall.

Current Sophomores, if you wish to be on Junior Class Council next year, please fill out the Microsoft Forms link by May 31st. https://forms.office.com/r/grgKn79cw6

If you’re interested in getting more involved in your school and community, the Coalition Teen Council might be the place for you. Applications are being accepted until May 31st.

All CVHS students are invited to experience I.AM.ROBOT! A FIRST Robotics team open to students from CVHS, the IAM, and Dakota. See the link for more information on how to participate:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/141TgOy5USytpWF15HunB94JLKBC3KF83/view?usp=gmail&ts=663c2c33

The Chippewa United girl's lacrosse team is hosting a clinic for girls grades 4th-12th. The lacrosse clinic is July 8,9,10,15,16,17 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) from 5:30-7pm on the football field.

Registration can be found here: https://chippewavalleyschools.ce.eleyo.com/course/828/camps-clinics-and-leagues-2024-25/girls-lacrosse-intro-camp

More information can be found in the flyer (attached).

Reminders:

Monday, May 27, 2024

Happy Memorial Day!

Friday, May 24, 2024

Seniors – If you did not pick up your cap & gown and commencement tickets yet, you can pick them up in the main office. Make sure that you have your laptop receipt and check your PaySchools Central account to make sure you do not have any outstanding fees. If you have an unpaid fee, you will not receive your graduation tickets until it is paid.

A Senior Exit survey was emailed to all seniors from our superintendent's office. Here is the link to the survey: https://tejoin.com/scroll/844272618. Please take a few minutes to let us know about your experience at Chippewa Valley and your plans for the future.

Yearbook pick up will be today from 9:30am-12:00pm in the auditorium lobby. If you still need to purchase a yearbook, there is a limited number available at yearbookforever.com.

The last Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting of the year will be on Wednesday at 6:30am in Room 227.

The media center is closed today.

Reminders:

There will be a Girls' Cross Country Meeting on Thursday, May 30th at 2:30 in Room 110. Please attend if you are interested in running this fall.

Seniors: When you are requesting your final transcript through Parchment, place your transcript on HOLD FOR GRADES. Once grades have been stored, in mid-late June, all transcripts on hold will be released and sent. It is important to change your email in Parchment from your school email to a personal email. Once you graduate you will not have access to the school email so then you will not have access to your Parchment account in the future. If you have any questions, please go to the Counseling Office.

Seniors: If you need help after graduation including college enrollment, financial aid, college admission steps, or just figuring out next steps, please see the flyer on the CVHS Counseling Page to sign up for free advising throughout the summer or email Ms. Pitcher.

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Congratulations to girls soccer who won their first round district game last night, 5-0, over Port Huron Northern.

Seniors - lockers empty, books and laptops returned, fines paid. Cap, Gown, Stole, and Ticket distribution for last name L-Z and any senior who did not pick up theirs yesterday, will be after 4th hour (11:23 am) in the auditorium lobby. You can also grab a senior sign if you haven't yet. Make sure that you have your laptop receipt before you get in line. You will enter the auditorium lobby by the principal's office. Please check your PaySchools Central account to make sure you do not have any outstanding fees. If you have an unpaid fee, you will not receive your graduation tickets until it is paid.

Yearbook pick up will be tomorrow from 9:30am-12:00pm in the auditorium lobby. If you still need to purchase a yearbook, there is a limited number available at yearbookforever.com.

There will be a Girls' Cross Country Meeting on Thursday, May 30th at 2:30 in Room 110. Please attend if you are interested in running this fall.

The media center will be closed the rest of this week.

Reminders:

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Seniors, please clean out your lockers today if you haven't already. There will be trash cans in the hallway between 2nd and 3rd hour for that purpose.

Cap & Gown distribution for seniors last name A-K will be after school today in the auditorium lobby. Make sure that you have your laptop receipt before you get in line. You will enter the auditorium lobby by the principal's office. Seniors last name L-Z distribution will be tomorrow after 4th hour. Please make sure you check your PaySchools Central account to make sure you do not have any outstanding fees. If you have an unpaid fee, you will not receive your graduation tickets until it is paid.

Yearbook pick up is today and Friday from 9:30am-12:00pm in the auditorium lobby. If you still need to purchase a yearbook, there is a limited number available at yearbookforever.com.

The media center will be closed the rest of this week.

Reminders:

At your 1st class reunion, you will remember the great school spirit events and not so much of the parties. 31% of drunk driving happens on the weekends. The majority of that is between midnight & 3 am. While celebrating the start of your next chapter, remember to drive sober.

Any student who had art work in the art show, please pick it up this week in room 168 and 169.

Senior Parents: pre-order fresh red & white flower bouquet from Viviano’s for your 2024 graduate! Bouquets will be available for pickup near the entrance to the CV stadium on June 9th.

For the remainder of the school year, students not participating in school activities must exit the building immediately at the end of the school day. Students may not stay in the building to wait for rides.

Tuesday, May 21 2024

Congratulations to the winners of the Writers' Wall Contest: Samantha Adams, Carmen Maruri, Tri Doan and Alyssa Hall. Please go to Mrs. Martin's room (110) to claim your prize! Everyone is welcome to read and respond to these entries and more on the Writers' Wall in the Media Center cafe.

Seniors – Please make sure you check your PaySchools Central account to make sure you do not have any outstanding fees. If you have an unpaid fee, you will not receive your graduation tickets until it is paid, so it is important that you check your account as soon as possible.

Seniors – if you ordered your SANP tickets before May 1st, you can pick up your t-shirt at lunch today. You must show your ID.

Yearbook pick up for seniors only will start today from 9:45am-12:00pm in the auditorium lobby. Tomorrow and Friday - seniors, juniors and sophomores can pick up their yearbooks from 9:20-12:00pm. If you still need to purchase a yearbook, there is a limited number available at yearbookforever.com.

The media center will be open today, but will be CLOSED again for additional AP testing and laptop collection tomorrow, Thursday and Friday (May 22, 23, 24).

Any student who had art work in the art show, please pick it up this week in room 168 and 169.

Homework Help will be held after school today in the Media Center.

Reminders:

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

Senior Parents: pre-order fresh red & white flower bouquet from Viviano’s for your 2024 graduate! Bouquets will be available for pickup near the entrance to the CV stadium on June 9th.

Monday, May 20, 2024

We have 10 athletes who have qualified to compete in the state track meet on June 1st. Mia Barnett in the 100-meter hurdles. Kennedy Gatlin in the 100-meter dash. Jailen Thomas, Eric Thomas, Duayne Joplin-Johnson in the 4x100 meter relay. Aaron Franz in the 4x400 meter relay. Will Jones-Terell in the 4x100 meter Relay and the 4x200 meter relay. Noah Morris in the 200-meter dash, the 4x200 meter relay and the 4x400 meter relay. Chris Estell in the 200-meter dash, the 400-meter run, the 4x200 meter relay and the 4x400 meter relay. Shamar Heard in the 200-meter dash, the 400-meter run, the 4x200-meter relay and the 4x400-meter relay. Shamar, Noah, Chris and Aaron set a new school record in the 4x400 meter relay. Shamar set a new school record in the 400-meter run. Good luck to them as they pursue a state championship.

Seniors – if you ordered your SANP tickets before May 1st, you can pick up your t-shirt at lunch tomorrow. You must show your ID.

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Any student who had art work in the art show, please pick it up this week in room 168 and 169.

STUGO general member applications can be picked up outside room 118. They need to be returned to Ms. Zielinski in room 118 by this Friday.

Everyone wants prom and graduation to be memorable. Unfortunately, one decision can make these special memories turn into tragedy. In 2020, there were over 11,500 car crashes that involved substances. We want you all to remember the great school memories 10 years from now. Make healthy choices while celebrating.

The media center will be OPEN on Monday and Tuesday (May 20 and 21). Please Note: We will be CLOSED again for additional AP testing and laptop collection on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (May 22, 23, 24).

CTC is bringing therapy dogs to visit during all lunches today.

Reminders:

Attention students - Yearbooks are arriving soon and distribution will begin next week for seniors. We will only have 45 extra yearbooks to sell! If you want a 2024 yearbook, go to yearbookforever.com to purchase yours today. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Kiel in room 160.

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

Senior Parents: pre-order fresh red & white flower bouquet from Viviano’s for your 2024 graduate! Bouquets will be available for pickup near the entrance to the CV stadium on June 9th.

Friday, May 17, 2024

Students who are participating in the Valley Rally today will exit the building through the E doors at the end of 1st hour and/or 4th hour. You must have a wristband. Students must remain outside for the entire 2nd/3rd hour period, which will include games on the field, and/or the entire 5th/6th hour period, which will be a Powder Puff game. Students will sit in the home bleachers. Non-participating students will report to their regular schedule of classes.

STUGO general member applications can be picked up outside room 118. They need to be returned to Ms. Zielinski in room 118 by Friday, May 24th.

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

Reminders:

Seniors, you were sent an email with your remaining schedule. It included a Senior Technology Checklist. Take some time to complete that checklist as well as all of the others required before you get your commencement tickets.

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Senior Parents: Follow this link, Graduation Flowers, to pre-order fresh red & white flower bouquet from Viviano’s for your 2024 graduate! Bouquets will be available for pickup near the entrance to the CV stadium on June 9th.

Thursday, May 16, 2024

There is still time to buy your ticket to participate in the Valley Rally. Scan the QR code posted throughout the building to get your ticket. Non-participating students will report to their regular schedule of classes.

The Asian Arab Student Association has its final meeting of the year, which will be a potluck, today after school in room 114.

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

Reminders:

The media center will remain closed for AP testing all week. Students with dual enrollment or online classes can report to Room 252 during AP testing while the Media Center is closed. Senior laptops will be accepted in the C hallway, room 108.

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

STUGO general member applications can be picked up outside room 118. They need to be returned to Ms. Zielinski in room 118 by Friday, May 24th.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

A photographer will be around the building during 1st and 2nd hours today to get some pictures for the district.

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Also, Seniors: If you need help after graduation including college enrollment, financial aid, college admission steps, or just figuring out next steps, please see the flyer on the CVHS Counseling Page to sign up for free advising throughout the summer or email Ms. Pitcher.

STUGO general member applications can be picked up outside room 118. They need to be returned to Ms. Zielinski in room 118 by Friday, May 24th.

The Asian Arab Student Association has its final meeting of the year, which will be a potluck, tomorrow after school in room 114.

The Valley Rally is this Friday. T-shirts and wristbands will be distributed in 3rd hour classes today.

Students who are participating on Friday will exit the building through the E doors at the end of 1st hour and/or 4th hour. You must have a wristband. Students will be marked as School Business and must remain outside for the entire 2nd/3rd hour period, which will include games on the field, and/or the entire 5th/6th hour period, which will be a Powder Puff game. Students will sit in the home bleachers. Nonparticipating students will report to their regular schedule of classes.

Reminders:

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

A Senior Exit survey was emailed to all seniors from our superintendent's office. Here is the link to the survey: https://tejoin.com/scroll/844272618 Please take a few minutes to let us know about your experience at Chippewa Valley and your plans for the future. Additionally, a parent version of this survey will be sent separately.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time. Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting tomorrow at 6:30am in room 227.

STUGO general member applications can be picked up outside room 118. They need to be returned to Ms. Zielinski in room 118 by Friday, May 24th.

Homework Help will be held after school today in room 140.

Today’s visit will be from the United States Army Recruiting Center. Stop by their information desk in the cafeteria during all lunches today.

Reminders:

Monday, May 13, 2024

Senior textbooks can be dropped off to room 134, the bookroom, at any time

We need as many volunteers as possible to set up and tear down for graduation immediately after school on Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10, which are half day exam days.

Please indicate on this form if you are willing to help.

There will be a Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting on Wednesday at 6:30am in room 227.

The Valley Rally takes place this Friday, May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530. More information will be sent about the day later in the week.

Reminders:

Seniors - Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Friday, May 10, 2024

Today is the final day of Teacher Appreciation Week. Make sure that you take a moment to thank your teachers for all that they do for you and for our school.

The Asian Arab Student Association will be meeting today after school in room 114.

The media center will be closed for AP testing from now until May 20th. Students with dual enrollment or online classes can report to Room 252 during AP testing while the Media Center is closed. Senior laptops will be accepted in the C hallway, room 108.

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530

Reminders:

Seniors - Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Congratulations to business management student, Abigail Martin on being named Michigan State Champion in Microsoft PowerPoint. Abigail will compete in Certiport’s 2024 Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship in Orlando, Florida next month. Good luck Abigail.

The Asian Arab Student Association will be meeting this Friday after school in room 114.

Attention all Powderpuff coaches - there will be a quick, mandatory coaches meeting in room 122 immediately after school today. If you do not attend the meeting you will not be allowed to coach at the Powderpuff game next week.

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530

Reminders:

Seniors - Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Chippewa Valley was the top performer in Macomb County in the Michigan Math League. Congratulations to Lola Obeney, Alex Wolfe, and Amelia Ndoja who were in the high scoring group of students for the Michigan Math League.

The Chippewa Valley Auto Tech Club attended the 3rd Annual Macomb Engine Build Competition Friday May 3rd. The competition includes a written qualifying test and a hands-on engine build. Students had to completely disassemble and rebuild a small block Chevy engine in the best possible time, and the engine must start up. The team finished in first place with 64 minutes total time from tear down to engine start. Please congratulate this year's engine team: Noah Saffran, Nick Rescoe, Nick Kania, Vance Ratliff, and Evan Vogel. Please also congratulate the following support members: Corey Ashwell, Aiden Carver, Stavio Sheena, Vanessa Easterling, and Dawn Moore-Dillon for their behind-the-scenes project support.

Great job to our art students who's work is on display in the main lobby showcases and the auditorium lobby. It is amazing work. Check it out.

Attention all Powderpuff coaches - there will be a quick, mandatory coaches meeting in room 122 immediately after school tomorrow. If you do not attend the meeting you will not be allowed to coach at the Powderpuff game next week.

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530

Today’s college visit is from Douglas J Aveda Institute. Stop by their information table during all lunches today.

Reminders:

Seniors - Check Payschools to make sure you have all fees cleared up so you can check out on May 22 or May 23.

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

No School for Students. Teacher Professional Development Day

Monday, May 6, 2024

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530

Seniors - Starting today, senior laptops will be accepted in the C hallway, room 108. The media center will be closed for AP testing, so you will have to go to C Hallway to turn it in. The Media Center will re-open on May 20th. Check Payschools and make sure you have all fees cleared up before you check out on May 22 or May 23.

There is no school for students tomorrow. You will return to school on Wednesday, May 8th.

Friday, May 3, 2024

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Here is the link: https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/33530

Today is the last day to buy your yearbook. Go to yearbookforever.com to purchase yours and use the $10 off coupon. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Kiel in room 160.

Seniors - Starting Monday, May 6th senior laptops will be accepted in the C hallway, room 108. The media center will be closed for AP testing, so you will have to go to C Hallway to turn it in. The Media Center will re-open on May 20th. Check Payschools and make sure you have all fees cleared up before you check out on May 22 or May 23.

Thursday, May 2, 2024

The Chippewa Valley Auto Club Engine Team will be attending the 3rd annual Macomb Community College Engine Competition this Friday, May 3rd. This is a competition where students must disassemble and rebuild a small block Chevy engine in the best possible time. Please congratulate and wish the following students success: Nick Kania, Vance Ratliff, Nick Rescoe, Noah Saffran, and Evan Vogel, our 2024 Chippewa Valley Engine Team.

The Valley Rally takes place on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools. Play games with your friends in the morning and cheer on your class for powderpuff in the afternoon!

May 3rd is the absolute last day to buy your yearbook. We have less than 75 books remaining, so please order yours today. Go to yearbookforever.com to purchase yours and use the $10 off coupon. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Kiel in room 160.

Additional Announcements:

Starting May 6, senior laptops will be accepted in C hallway, room 108 C or 108 G. This is next to Ms. Martin's classroom 110 in C Hallway. The media center will be closed for AP testing, so you will have to go to C Hallway to turn it in. Check Payschools and make sure you have all fees cleared up before you check out on May 22 or May 23.

Junior Leadership Macomb is a great summer program designed for students entering their junior year of high school next fall. It includes career exploration, behind the scenes field trips, and a variety of interactive and introspective activities. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 24, 2024. Students can learn more and apply on our website at https://leadershipmacomb.org/junior-program/.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Congratulations to our elected officers for next school year.

Student Government

President- Alex Wolfe

Vice President-Lola Obeney

Secretary- Jordan Machesky

Treasurer-Ariana Robinson

Senior Class

President-Michael Wesley

Vice President-Emily Adamick

Secretary-Jessika Vushaj

Treasurer-Noela Kola

Junior Class

President- Jack Petroske

Vice President- Mario Carducci

Secretary-Ariana Gregorio

Treasurer-Kendall Wisniewski

Sophomore Class

President-Marbena Adam

Vice President-Natalie Ranieri

Secretary-Jessica Chika

Treasurer-Claire Kyker

The Valley Rally is on May 17th and tickets are on sale now on Payschools! Play games with your friends in the morning and cheer on your class for powderpuff in the afternoon!

Attention seniors: Today we are celebrating National College Decision Day. Seniors who have decided on a specific college, trade school, or the military can come to the auditorium 2nd or 3rd hour today to have their picture taken with the CVHS backdrop. Check in with your teacher first before coming down.

May is mental health month. Stop by the Coalition Teen Council lunchroom table to stop the stigma and learn about various mental health concerns.

Student drivers, please be safe, especially when exiting our parking lot at the end of the day. Go slow and be alert to walkers and other vehicles.

Additional Announcements: