CMS Knightly News

Email: cms@matsuk12.us
Website: matsuk12.us/cms
Location: 9250 East Bogard Road, Palmer, AK
Phone: (907) 761-1500

September 2nd - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL

September 3rd - Japanese Club Begins - 2:30 - 3:30 (every other Tuesday)

September 4th - Fall Picture Day

September 16th - Choir / Band / Handbell Concert - 7 pm at CMS

September 16th - 7th & 8th Grade Basketball Registration Due on BigTeams

September 19th & 20th - 7th & 8th Grade Basketball begins - tryouts after school

September 25th - Art Club begins 2:30 - 3:30

September 30th - Fall Orchestra Concert - 7 pm at CMS

Head to our CMS webpage for more information from our Athletics & Activities Department, the Library and our Counselors! In the top right hand corner of our page be sure to click on the grey square box with the three lines for more links to important and up to date information.

Bus passes are required for students to ride an unassigned bus or to disembark at an unassigned stop. Bus passes are issued at the school office and require a note or email from the parent/guardian. Please include bus number and stop description. You may email the CMS Secretaries at carrie.holmes@matsuk12.us or brenda.kennedy@matsuk12.us or send a note with your student.

The front office is very busy at the end of the day so we appreciate you notifying us early as to changes in your student's after school transportation. Thank You.

If a student has already boarded the Bus for the evening, parents need to call the Front Office to request their student be released from the Bus. For safety reasons, students are not allowed off the Bus without notification from the Office.

For the latest information on SPORTS game schedules and news please click here to navigate our Athletics page for up to date schedules and information. GO KNIGHTS!

To participate in ALL SPORTS and CHEER students must be registered on BigTeams, complete and sign all forms on Big Teams and have a current sports physical on file. Let's make this season a memorable one for all our athletes!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please call the front office at 761-1500.

7th and 8th grade Boys & Girls Basketball begins Thursday, September 19th after school.

Tryouts will be held September 19th and 20th after school in the gymnasium.

It is important to have your student registered on BigTeams.com before tryouts with a current physical on file. You can access the Athletics Registration Information here.

*6th grade basketball will begin November 18th, 2024.

CMS has some wonderful clubs your students can join! Please see the above for clubs that are coming up soon! In order for your student to participate, please register them on BigTeams.com. Club fees are $30 payable on SchoolPay!

If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to your student’s counselor. You may also access the CMS Counselors webpage here.

Kleigh Anderton

Counselor A - J

Kleigh.anderton@matsuk12.us

(907) 761-1526

Ryan Parker

Counselor K - Z

Ryan.parker@matsuk12.us

(907) 761-1528

CMS Counseling Department

Your student was given a picture order form today (Friday, August 30th), please check with your student for this flyer or see below for instructions to pre-order on mylifetouch.com

Students that stay after school for an event or extra-curricular activity, need to be picked up no later than 15 minutes after the activity ends. It is imperative for supervision purposes that students be picked up on time. Please notify the office/coach/administration if you have any questions regarding this policy.

Students may enter the building at 7:15 am and wait in the lobby until the 7:30 bell rings. (For PLC Mondays, students may enter the building at 8:15 and wait in the lobby until the 8:30 bell rings). If your student eats breakfast at school, they should go directly to the kitchen downstairs to get their breakfast and eat in the cafeteria.

Students being picked up at the end of the school day should be picked up no later than 2:25 pm. Thank You!

Students can be dropped off in the drop-off lane in front or back of the school or parking area. Please refer to the map below. The drop-off lane in the back of the school is a great option for a faster and less congested transition. As always, please follow the directional arrows and watch for pedestrians as you navigate our parking area. Thank You for keeping everyone safe.

We have an exciting announcement for all the parents and families of Colony Middle School. Have you heard about our Facebook page? If not, now is the perfect time to hit that "Follow" button!

By following Colony Middle School on Facebook, you'll never miss out on our vibrant school community's latest updates, news, and happenings. We're constantly posting about the incredible events taking place at CMS, ensuring you stay in the loop.

From student achievements and extracurricular activities to important reminders and upcoming events, our Facebook page is your go-to source for all things Colony Middle School. It's a fantastic way to stay connected and engaged with our school's journey.

So go ahead and give us a follow on Facebook! Join our online community and be a part of the excitement. We can't wait to keep you informed and share the wonderful experiences happening at Colony Middle School.

See you on Facebook!