Red Ribbon Week will be the week of 10/23-1027! Students are encouraged to participate in dressing up to celebrate this year's theme, "Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug Free.."
We will have two Solar Eclipses this school year!. The first is this Saturday, October 14th - only a partial eclipse here in Georgia in the early afternoon. Any student or adult purchasing a meal this Friday October 13th receives a free approved eclipse-viewing pair of glasses. We will repeat this on Monday April 8th for a much more complete eclipse experience here in Georgia (65-75% coverage of the sun) just after lunch here in Commerce. Again, anyone purchasing a lunch on that Monday will receive a free pair of eclipse-viewing glasses. Those wishing to purchase a pair may do so for $1. Happy and safe viewing from Commerce School Nutrition.
CMS FCA will meet this Friday, October 13th at 7:20 am in the CMS gym. There will be a guest speaker and breakfast will be provided.
CMS 8th grade parents,
For the 1st time ever, you have an opportunity to celebrate your 8th grader with a special yearbook ad this year! The last day to order your yearbook ad is November 1st.
Follow this link to order:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1040124/-/2023072413153162767/CATALOG_SHOP/
Wednesday, October 11th is the deadline to turn in picture money and unwanted pictures. Please have your students turn in these items to their homeroom teachers no later than Wednesday of this week.
Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year.
https://www.commercecityschools.org/page/teachers-of-the-year
Honoring the Commerce City Schools Teachers of the Year 2023-2024.
https://www.commercecityschools.org/page/teachers-of-the-year
Commerce Middle School basketball camp in the CHS Aux gym. is Monday 3:30-6
Tryouts are Oct. 11-12 at CHS in the main gym from 3:30-5:30
CMS Basketball Tryouts will be held on October 11th & 12th from 3:30-5:00. Boys will be in the CMS gym and girls will be in the CHS gym. Students must have a current physical (including parent forms) on file in the CMS front office in order to try out.
Students finished our Pixel Tiger Maker Space in the Learning Commons! It's amazing!
Busy times on our new Book Bike!
Mrs. Cruz’s class made Fat Bear treats for their Reading Unit this week by following a step by step recipe list. We will be watching the votes that go out for Fat Bear Week next week.
Tiger football finishes league runner-up as they fall 29-6 in the championship game. Still, and always will be, a Tiger! The future is bright! Congrats to this team and these kids.
Congratulations to the 8th grade Students of the Month for September!
ELA: A.J. Jones - A.J. is always respectful and has a wonderful work ethic.
Math: Mady Sears - Mady always has a positive attitude in math and works hard to complete challenging assignments.
SS: Kylie Newton - Kylie has a terrific attitude and asks very intelligent questions.
SC: Erick Haro - Erick always works hard and has a positive attitude throughout the day. He is always kind and polite to whomever he is around.
ELA Applications: Skyler Beasley -Skyler participates regularly, is hardworking, and is always kind. He has a positive attitude and is fun to have in class!
Math Applications: Ranyisia Wood - Ranyisia is hardworking, always willing to participate, and has a great attitude in math!
Congratulations to the 7th grade Students of the Month for September!
ELA: Elizabeth Clay - Elizabeth shows enthusiasm for learning and produces exemplary work.
Math: Jacelyn Sanxton - Jacelyn works hard every day. She enjoys helping and teaching her peers.
SS: Joseph Byrom - Joseph is a hardworking young man. He is always asking great questions to help the class understand the lesson.
SC: Rylee Ashton - Rylee continuously models self-discipline and diligence while working toward understanding concepts in science class.
ELA Applications: Colt Redmon - Colt has a great energy and he always comes to class ready to learn and work hard.
Math Applications: Logan Boatright - Logan is a delight to teach. He works hard every day and leads by example.
Congratulations to the 6th grade Students of the Month for September!
ELA: Marli Rainey - Marli is a great student who demonstrates academic excellence in her work. She always shows respect to those around her.
Math: Quinn Conley - Quinn is a respectful young man who participates in class and is eager to learn.
SS: Gabe Tidwell - Gabe is always engaged during class and has excellent leadership qualities.
SC: David Calix - David puts forth great effort and is always attentive in class.
ELA Applications: Emily Isaacs - Emily is a hard worker in class and has such a sweet attitude.
Math Applications: Dalton Shockley - Dalton is kind and considerate every class period as he enters the room. He immediately helps distribute books and thus ensures his classmates have what they need to begin class.
Congratulations to the 5th grade Students of the Month for September!
ELA: Maggie Sailers - Maggie is a very conscientious student whose work ethic is an example for others.
ELA: Maci Boone - Maci’s commitment and hard work towards her ELA performance set a remarkable example for her peers.
Math: Graceyn Tullis - Graceyn is a student who has gone above and beyond to be her best in math class. She is setting a great example for her peers.
Math: Kendall Crawford - Kendall truly is an amazing student. She works hard and is also very kind and conscientious.
SS: Caleb Anthony - Caleb comes to class ready to learn and always gives his best.
SC: Jed Jordan - Jed is always on task, works hard, and adds so much to class discussions. He has become a great scientist who thinks outside of the box.
Parents and community,
The Social Studies teachers at Commerce Middle School have organized an unbelievable event to honor veterans for Veteran's Day this year. It is called Field of Flags and we would love you to help us decorate all of the field in front of CMS with a sea of American Flags for Veteran's Day.
Each flag in the Field of Flags honors a different hero. And behind each flag is a unique story—a story about courage and freedom. A story about sacrifice. A story worth honoring.
This Veterans Day, Commerce Middle School students will set up a field of American flags, all to honor local veterans and raise critical funds to support our ill and injured heroes.
Each flag is a donation of $10 to represent one veteran—and our unwavering commitment to serving all veterans after they’ve sacrificed so much for our country. All donations will raise critical funds to support Disabled American Veterans (DAV) life changing services for veterans in need and their families.
If you would like to "Fly a Flag" for Veteran's Day you can donate at the link below. Each flag is $10 and you can sponsor as many as you wish. Thank you for your support!
https://support.dav.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&participantID=14213
Public Safety Announcement- Please be aware that it is against the law (GA Code 40-6-163) to ignore a school bus stop sign. Law enforcement will issue a citation resulting in significant points on your license. Please do your part to keep our students safe.
Yesterday was the last cross country meet of the season and the kids did great! We had a number of personal bests and every runner improved over the season. Proud of our young XC team.
