CMSS Newsletter

For December, the yearbook staff is offering a yearbook for $25.00, to be paid here at school. Students may pick up a green order form in the office. Please return the completed order with the form and payment to the office as soon as possible.

The price of the yearbook will go up to $30.00 in January.

Parents and Guardians,

As we all know, cell phones have become a challenge to manage both in and out of school. It is our common goal to keep students safe. Our current policy requires students to turn their cell phones off and keep them in their backpacks throughout the school day. Despite this, many students manage to hide their phones in their pockets and use them during class or in the restroom. This behavior puts them and others at risk by being on devices in areas where faculty and staff cannot monitor them.

To enhance student safety and engagement, both middle schools will now have cell phone lockers in each advisory classroom. Beginning Monday, December 2nd, we ask that students place their devices in the lockers each morning. The classroom teacher will keep them secure until the end of the day when students can retrieve them before dismissal. If your child chooses to keep their device in their backpack, it must remain turned off. If a student is found using a cell phone or if it is seen on their person, it will be taken to the office, and a parent or guardian will need to pick it up.

Thank you for your understanding and support in keeping our students safe.

We will have some festive dress up days next week!

Monday - Long Winter’s Nap: Pajamas Day

Tuesday - Tacky Christmas: Tacky Christmas Sweater Day

Wednesday - Tis the Season: 5th grade wear red, 6th grade wear green

Thursday - Whoville Day: Dress like your favorite character

Friday - Santa’s Workshop: Wear antlers, elf hats, or Santa hats

This month, we’re all about responsibility. It’s about owning your choices, following through on commitments, and learning from mistakes. Parents, this is a great opportunity to weave the word into daily life—whether it’s about remembering to pack lunch, staying on top of assignments, or stepping up to help out at home. Responsibility isn’t just a skill; it’s a mindset that sets our students up for success in school and beyond. Let’s challenge them to rise to the occasion and show what they’re capable of!

Take a look at these students who were nominated by their teachers over the past couple of weeks for their outstanding effort, positive attitudes, and talents. Great job, students! Keep up the excellent work!

The Navigator of the Week is Mrs. Colston! Mrs. Colston is a true professional. She is a team player and a fantastic teacher who cares for her team–both students and teachers. She is a great guide to others and a natural leader. This is her first year at CMSS, but not teaching. She is not “new to this, she is true to this.” Congratulations, Mrs. Colston!

We want to address a growing safety concern regarding our front parking lot. While we understand that some families need to use this area to walk their students up or assist those in wheelchairs, we’ve noticed that several parents are dropping off students and allowing them to walk through the parking lot alone. For the safety of all our students, we ask that parents refrain from simply dropping off students in the parking lot. Instead, please use the car line or walk your student to the crosswalk for safe entry into the building. Repeat--You must walk your student all the way to the crosswalk. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe! We appreciate your cooperation and support!

Dec 16-20: Festive Dress Week

Thursday, December 19th: 5th Grade Pun Parade

Friday, December 20th: Class Holiday Parties