Congrats to this week’s Terrific Tigers! These students were nominated by their teachers for showing the Positivity Project traits- traits focused on students of strong character, integrity, and caring for each other. We will recognize a group of students each week for P2 Traits and all students are eligible. Display those character traits and the next winner might be you!
Spring Picture Day is coming to CMS on Wednesday, March 20th.
All students will have an individual picture taken. No money is due on picture day.
Students will receive a picture package to preview a few weeks after picture day.
Hat Day!!! Students can all wear hats tomorrow! Free Hat Day on Thursday, March 14th, to celebrate the short week and this warm weather!
We will have a meeting tomorrow morning at 8 am for any girls interested in trying out for the HS Competition Cheerleading squad. Girls will meet with Coach Edwards in the cafeteria.
STUDENTS ARE OFF THIS FRIDAY FOR TEACHER WORK DAY!
March 25-29 is Music Theme Week!
Norfolk Southern Rail notified the City of Commerce that the railroad crossing (highlighted in yellow) at N Elm and Homer/Jefferson Rd will be closed for repair /repaving from Friday morning at 7am until Saturday morning at 8am. Broad Street and Elm Street will be open (just the crossing will be closed) Please plan for delays with traffic. Thank you for your patience.
CMS soccer: West Jackson just called at 3:10 and cancelled the games for today. Parents: please pick students up at CMS
The Golf and Tennis matches for today have been cancelled and there will be no practice. The Track Meet for today has been cancelled and will resume practice on Thursday, weather permitting.
Congrats to this week’s Terrific Tigers! These students were nominated by their teachers for showing the Positivity Project traits- traits focused on students of strong character, integrity, and caring for each other. We will recognize a group of students each week for P2 Traits and all students are eligible. Display those character traits and the next winner might be you!
5th Grade visited the Learning Commons for a Standards Based Lesson on creating Multimedia Presentations! I'd say they were engaged!
CMS Spelling Bee Fun!!!
Students created their own abstract designs that came together as a beautiful and unique paper quilt! They also began work on their own fabric collages inspired by the Gee's Bend Quiltmakers of Alabama.
Attention Commerce Community! CMS Adaptive Curriculum will be hosting their First Annual Pancake Breakfast, April 13th 2024.
Tickets may be purchased through the following people:
Madison Cruz
Stevie Cotrell
Paige Crawford
Lisa Burns
CMS Front Office
Tickets are $10 each. Plates will include: Pancakes, Eggs, Grits, and Sausage.
****Cash or Check only****
Deadline to purchase tickets will be April 8th 2024.
Mrs. Carreno's class introduced sphero robots and how to code them to Mrs. Cruz and Mr. Cotrell's class. Learning is so fun at Commerce Middle School!
Parents of 6th and 8th grade students: Scoliosis screenings are next week, March 5th-7th. If you do NOT want your student screened, please remember the opt out form is due by this Friday, March 1st.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Rotary Youth Merit Award Recipients who were celebrated tonight at the 23rd Annual RYMA ceremony. From left to right: Dr. Joy Tolbert, Joshua Lewallen, Kipton Stephenson, Brooklyn Roye, Braden Jackson, and Dr. Phillip Powell.
Congratulations to the 7th grade Students of the Month for February!
ELA: Takari is always attentive, gives his best effort, and is a positive influence on his classmates.
Math: Manning works hard and always has a positive attitude.
SS: Matthew is a hardworking young man. He has a great attitude and is always ready to learn.
SC: Jason can always be counted on to go above and beyond to achieve in science class. He is a hard worker, supportive teammate, and inquisitive scientist.
ELA Applications: Peyton leads by example in her class by coming in prepared and always working hard. She is happy about life each day. (Not pictured)
Math Applications: Mary consistently goes above and beyond in her work. She is dependable, asks great questions and does her very best without complaint.
Connections: Caroline has great energy and is consistently in the top of the class during workouts and games. She gives great effort and she brings others along with her!
Congratulations to the 5th grade Students of the Month for February!
ELA: Aubriella has made great progress this year! She comes to class ready to learn every day.
ELA: Angel is always respectful and gets along with his peers. He has shown tremendous growth in ELA.
Math: Jake is a very resilient young man who is kind to his peers, works well in groups, and has grown tremendously in his work ethic. (Not pictured)
Math: Hayes works very hard each and every day. He has high expectations for himself and is a trustworthy young man!
SS: Cora is always ready to learn, has a strong work ethic, and is a young lady of positive character.
SC: Reagan is a great scientist who works hard and stays on task. She is always willing to help others and has the best attitude.
Congratulations to the 8th grade Students of the Month for February!
ELA: Mercedes is hardworking and kind. We are lucky to have her at CMS.
Math: John works very hard in math and participates frequently during lessons. He is happy to explain how he solves math problems in order to help other students understand.
SS: Ladd is enthusiastic every day and always has a terrific attitude. He is a great student and leader at CMS.
SC: Jenifer is always polite, on task, and respectful. She works hard every day and shows great character.
ELA Applications: Aubrey is a pleasure to have in class. I enjoy having conversations with her about all sorts of topics. She works hard, and sets a great example for her peers.
Math Applications: Aubrey is always hardworking, participates in class, and has a great attitude! (Not pictured)
Connections: Kaleb is a leading participant in class discussions and frequently exhibits characteristics of a successful entrepreneur.
