
โ๏ธ#CTEFRIDAYFACT โ๏ธ
๐ฏ๏ธ Did you know that students enrolled in CTE classes are 15% more likely to graduate high school on time? These hands-on courses not only prepare students for future careers but also boost academic success!
๐ฏ๏ธ With CTE classes, students have reported a 20% increase in confidence and self-esteem. These skills are invaluable for their personal and professional growth!
๐ฏ๏ธ Participation in CTE courses has led to a 25% reduction in disciplinary incidents among students nation wide. Building real-world skills and interests fosters a positive learning environment for all!
๐ฏ๏ธ CTE programs have seen a 30% increase in student attendance rates. Engaging, hands-on learning experiences are keeping students excited about coming to school!
๐ตEducate. Innovate. Elevate. ๐ด
๐๐ผ#CTEWORKS ๐ฏ






๐ CALLING ALL PARENTS! ๐
๐ฃ๏ธ THE PTO NEEDS YOUR HELP! ๐
๐ฏ๏ธ โHello parents current and past. TCAP is fast approaching and we would like to treat our teachers. Please scan the QR Code or use the link below, and help stock the lounges with drinks / treats during this busy testing season. Our teachers work so hard and we truly appreciate them. Donations can be brought anytime to the main office before April 17th. We will take care of them from there. Thank you for your continued support.โ
๐ CMS PTO
๐ https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F44A8AD28A3FF2-48564321-teachers



๐ AP Appreciation Week! ๐ Today, we pause to express our deepest gratitude and admiration for three outstanding leaders who are at the heart of Cleveland Middle School's success! โญ๏ธ8th Grade AP: Coach Scott Carroll - Your unwavering commitment and enthusiastic spirit have left an indelible mark on our school community. You are not just an administrator; you are a mentor, a guide, and a model of what it means to be a Raider! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our faculty & students' success. โญ๏ธ7th Grade AP: Emily Raper - Your empathy, kindness, and innovation light up Cleveland Middle School. Your genuine concern for every studentโs success and your ability to create an inclusive and challenging environment is truly remarkable. Thank you for being the cornerstone of our school's compassionate community. โญ๏ธ6th Grade AP: Dr. Keri Miles - With a mind for education as big as your vision, you have led us with integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Your leadership has not just shaped minds but transformed lives. Thank you for being the driving force behind our continuous growth and achievement. ๐ To the unsung heroes, whose daily efforts extend far beyond the walls of Cleveland Middle School. You inspire, you motivate, and you care deeply. Thank you for being the leaders who make a real difference every day. We are beyond fortunate to have you in our corner, guiding us, cheering us on, and leading by example. ๐๐ผ Here's to celebrating you & the guiding light you each shine on CMS every day! ๐ฆ





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๐ฅ๐ง TCAP COMING SOON! ๐ง ๐ฅ
โ๏ธGet ready to shine bright this April during TCAP Testing! ๐โ๏ธ We know youโve been working hard all year, and itโs time to show off all that knowledge. Remember, your presence and punctuality are key! ๐
๐๏ธTESTING SCHEDULE ๐๏ธ
๐๐ป WEDNESDAY: APRIL 17TH
๐๐พ THURSDAY: APRIL 18TH
๐๐ฝ TUESDAY: APRIL 23RD
๐๐พ WEDNESDAY: APRIL 24TH
๐๐ฟ THURSDAY: APRIL 25TH
๐๐ป TUESDAY: APRIL 30TH
โฐ 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
๐ Be present and on time for all SIX testing dates, and youโll get the chance to win big! THREE lucky students from each grade level will walk away with a brand new pair of sneakers! ๐
โ๏ธKeep in mind, no checkouts are allowed during testing times. So, letโs stay focused, give it our all, and make each testing day A GREAT DAY TO BE A RAIDER! โค๏ธ๐ #TCAP2024 #TIMETOSHINE





๐ฃ๏ธ We are proud to join Cleveland City Schools in honoring the memory of student, Grayson Moser. Today we wear #GRAYFORGRAYSON!
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๐๐ป Before cancer, Grayson enjoyed all kinds of things. He played on the Cleveland Middle School golf team all three years of middle school. He also played percussion all three years in the CMS band. He was on the chess team and excelled in math and science. ๐โค๏ธ
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๐ฉถ๐ช๐ฝ No Child Fights Alone๐ช๐ฝ ๐ฉถ



๐ฃ๏ธ Calling all 5th Graders who are interested in band for 6th grade!
๐ตTuesday, February 27th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
๐ตTry out the various instruments in our band & choose what fits you best!
๐ตBand directors will allow students to try a variety of instruments & help narrow their selection!
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๐จCOMING SOON! ๐จ
๐๐ผ BETA INDUCTION: 2/22 @ 6:00 PM
๐๐ผ PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE: 2/27 - 4:00 - 7:00
๐๐ผ ONLINE YEARBOOK ORDER ENDS: 3/8
โผ๏ธYou can still order yearbooks through check or cash through the end of April. Please see Mrs. McClellan with any questions.


๐ฎโโ๏ธ๐ Celebrating National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! ๐๐ฎโโ๏ธ
๐ฆToday, Cleveland Middle School shines the spotlight on the unwavering dedication and service of Officer Milam and Officer Spence. In honor of National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we extend our heartfelt thanks for their commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all our students. They are mentors, guides, and friends who play a crucial role in fostering a community of trust and respect. ๐ซฑ๐ผโ๐ซฒ๐พ๐
๐ฃ๏ธ Join us in saying a huge THANK YOU to ALL of the school resource officers that serve Cleveland City Schools! Your contributions are invaluable! ๐๐


๐น ๐ฉท HAPPY VALENTINEโS DAY CMS! ๐ฉท๐น
๐Today, we celebrate not just love in the air, but the love that enriches our halls every day. At the heart of our school are three remarkable couples, whose passion for teaching and commitment to our students shine as bright examples of dedication and partnership.
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๐ Rodney & Cecily Williams, a dynamic duo that impacts classrooms ranging from music, math, and science, all the way to band and social studies. This pair is committed to seeing things through from start to finish which comes at no surprise that they are starting their 22nd year at CMS together!
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๐ Brett & Cana Kirksey, with their passion for literature and science, they remind us that love stories aren't just found in books. With their combined wisdom they open worlds far beyond the classroom walls. Itโs no surprise that one of their favorite places is Disney World as magic and innovation flow through their classrooms. This pair is in their 11th year at CMS together!
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๐ Stephan & Megan McClellan, exemplify the power of partnership in both love and learning. They teach us that together, we can inspire, innovate and influence in ways that transcend traditional learning. Their stories remind us that at the core of education is a heart โ a heart that loves to teach, to guide, and to nurture. This dynamic duo is in their 5th year at CMS together!
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๐น **Wishing everyone in our community a Valentine's Day filled with love, learning, and laughter.** ๐น






๐นโจ CMS VALENTINEโS DANCE โจ๐น
Mark your calendars and find your dance shoes! Cleveland Middle School is thrilled to announce our Valentineโs Dance happening this Friday, February 16th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Tickets are $10! Get ready for an evening of fun, music, & dancing!
๐๏ธ TICKET SALES ๐๏ธ
Tickets will be available for purchase next week, from Monday, February 12th to Friday, February 16th. Sales take place during homeroom at each assistant principalโs door. You must show your homeroom teacher you have cash for the tickets before leaving your classroom. Youโll receive a pass back to class, with a time stamp, after purchase.
๐ฟ CONCESSIONS & GLOW STICKS ๐ฟ
Look forward to delicious concessions including drinks, chips, and candy! Plus, light up the night with fun glow sticks, all available for purchase at the dance.
๐ DRESS CODE ๐
The dance is semi-formal, but donโt sweat it if dressing up isnโt your thing! Come as you are and enjoy the night!
๐ซ IMPORTANT NOTE ๐ซ
Students who have been suspended since December 19th will not be permitted to attend.
A huge thank you to our sponsors this year: CMS Wrestling/Football Cheer & the Dance team! Raiders, letโs get ready to make memories and celebrate friendships at the CMS Valentineโs Dance. ๐๐ซต๐ผ๐โฃ๏ธ




โญ๏ธ Shoutout to the incredible CMS Counselors! ๐ This week, we celebrate your unwavering dedication, empathy, and the countless ways you uplift our students every single day. Your tireless efforts do not go unnoticed, and weโre beyond grateful for the safe, supportive, and inspiring environment you create. Hereโs to you, our guiding stars! โจ Happy Counselors Appreciation Week! Keep shining your light and making a difference! You are our real world heroโs! โ๏ธ
โค๏ธ๐ โค๏ธ๐โค๏ธ๐โค๏ธ๐โค๏ธ๐







๐ฃ๏ธSTAY UP TO DATE! ๐๏ธ
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BUSY WEEK AT CMS:
๐๐ป SPELLING BEE
๐๐พ 6TH GRADE PARENT MEETING
๐๐ฟ SOCCER TRYOUTS
๐๐ฝ BETA CLUB FUNDRAISER
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๐ COMING SOON:
๐๐ป GOLF TRYOUTS
๐๐พ TRACK TRYOUTS
๐๐ฟ PARENT CONFERENCES
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๐ดHAVE A GREAT WEEK CMS! ๐ต







๐ฅ๐ง TCAP COMING SOON! ๐ง ๐ฅ
โ๏ธGet ready to shine bright this April during TCAP Testing! ๐โ๏ธ We know you've been working hard all year, and it's time to show off all that knowledge. Remember, your presence and punctuality are key! ๐
๐๏ธTESTING SCHEDULE ๐๏ธ
๐๐พTHURSDAY: APRIL 18TH
๐๐ฝ TUESDAY: APRIL 23RD
๐๐ฟTHURSDAY: APRIL 25TH
๐๐ปTUESDAY: APRIL 30TH
โฐ 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
๐ Be present and on time for all four testing dates, and you'll get the chance to win big! One lucky student from each grade level will walk away with a brand new pair of sneakers! ๐
โ๏ธKeep in mind, no checkouts are allowed during testing times. So, let's stay focused, give it our all, and make each testing day A GREAT DAY TO BE A RAIDER! โค๏ธ๐






๐ CELEBRATING 5 DECADES OF EXCELLENCE! ๐
๐This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Mildred Maupin Spelling Bee & we are proud to announce this years winners! ๐๐ Here's to 50 years of spelling excellence and to many more to come! ๐ฅ๐ Let's continue to spell success together. ๐๐ซ
๐ITโS A GREAT DAY TO BE A RAIDER!โค๏ธ




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๐๏ธ STAY UP TO DATE!
๐ตTUESDAY, DECEMBER 5TH๐ด
๐๐ป BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT!
๐๐ฝ PTO SPIRIT NIGHT AT DOS BROS!


๐๐ป State Beta Convention results: ๐ 7th Grade Social Studies - 3rd Place: Eric Vance ๐ 7th grade Spanish - 3rd place: Kenji Reyes ๐ 8th grade Spanish - 3rd place: Laitana Herrera Crespo ๐ Marketing & Robotics - 4th place ๐ Eric Vance - 1st place: Digitally enhanced photography ๐ Hattie Humphres - 1st place: on-site painting











๐๏ธ WHATโS GOING ON?
๐๐ผ STAY UP TO DATE!
๐ WRESTLING RAIDER RUMBLE
๐ RAIDER TREE DEADLINE
๐ BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT
๐๐ผ HAVE A GREAT WEEK CMS!
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