Welcome Back! We are excited to welcome students back on January 3rd. As we begin a new semester, I wanted to share a several reminders with everyone. Please see the important documents below to assist with a smooth start to the new year.
Calhoun Middle School
Principal's Message
Dr. Allison Eubanks
What's For Lunch?
Visit schoolcafe.com to view school menus and make payments
Is it a Black Day or a Gold Day?
Click the link for the Campus Black and Gold Calendar
Wednesday, January 3rd is a BLACK day
School Safety Questions?
Do you want to know something specific regarding school safety? If you'd like to ask our SROs a school safety questions, please complete the School Safety Tip Form for our SROs!
CMS DRESS CODE
Shoes must be worn at all times.
Shorts, skirts, and dresses must be long enough to be below fingertips (mid thigh) when shoulders are relaxed.
Pants and shorts should not be worn in a “slacking” manner.
Shirts must cover the shoulders with a strap (at least two inches thick and not “see through”), chest, midriff, back, undergarments, and not be “see through”. “See through”or sheer garments are only permitted if worn over the top of school-appropriate clothing.
Caps, hats, and hoods, etc. may not be worn on campus unless the student has administrative permission.
Blankets and bedroom slippers are not allowed.
Pants must be free of holes and tears above mid-thigh.
No clothing should promote drugs, weapons, violence, or alcoholic beverages. Clothing should not contain images that are profane, sexual, are gang related or are racially offensive.
Visible body piercing is limited to the ears and a single stud nose piercing (no hoops allowed for safety reasons)
Anything that has the potential to cause distractions or disruptions to the learning environment is not allowed, including clothing that promotes a political party and/or candidate, political or social philosophy, and/or cause or crusade as shared in Board Policy KJ.
At times, administration may designate Spirit Days, at which time students will be permitted to wear school-affiliated uniforms (such as cheerleading)
Our dress code is designed to promote an environment that is both safe and conducive to learning.
Administration is at liberty to exercise discretion regarding the appropriateness of anything this list may not include.
Grading Procedures Update:
Please see updates to our CCS Grading Procedures linked HERE.
DISMISSAL REMINDER
Just a reminder that buses dismiss at the back of our Gym on Yellow Jacket Drive. Car riders should be picked up in the front of CMS. We do not allow car rider pick up at the back of the gym.
Important Documents
Today, “988” is the three-digit, nationwide phone number that can be used to connect directly to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. By calling or texting 988, you’ll connect with mental health professionals with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Counselor's Corner
Last week, students heard from Traci Hurley from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta regarding internet safety. Please see these tips for caregivers she shared as well.
Keeping Children Safe in a Digital World
We encourage parents to remove cell phones from student bedrooms at night to crate a safe space, social media free, for improved mental and physical health.
College & Career
5 C’s / EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
In addition to providing academic instruction, preparing students to be college and career-ready is a priority for Calhoun City Schools. Calhoun City Schools implements 5 C’s instruction in PreK-12th grade. The 5 C’s for Success include: Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Community.
What's happening at CMS?
Monday, January 1
No events
Tuesday, January 2
No events
Wednesday, January 3
Students Return
HS/MS (V - JV) Wrestling @ Adairsville 5:30PM
Thursday, January 4
MS (JV) Wrestling @ JV Region Traditional 5PM
Friday, January 5
No events
Saturday, January 6
MS (V - JV) Boys Basketball @ Rockmart JV: 11:00 - V: 12:00
MS (V- JV) Girls Basketball v. Rockmart JV: 11:00 - V: 12:00
Cell Phone Use Reminder
As a reminder, cell phones should only be used during the following times while at school:
Morning holding areas
Lunch
Afternoon holding areas
Phones should not be out in class or during transitions.
Community Service
Community service hours were due April 30th.
Community Service Hour Form FY24 - to be completed by CMS students through ccsjackets accounts
Anonymous Alert
CCS continues to utilize the Anonymous Alert program to report concerns during the school year. Students and community members can submit alerts to school administrators through the AA app/website.
Capturing Kids' Hearts Parent Newsletter
Calhoun Community Education Program
CAC Survival Infant & Toddler Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 months - 6 years
Course Days: Monday - Thursday
Time Slots: Flexible
Length of Each Class: 10 minutes
Total Number of Lessons: 16
Cost: $175 + Annual Registration Fee ($25)
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/survival-swim-lessons/
CAC Private/ Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Private: 4 lessons $90 (30 minutes each)
Semi-Private (2-3 swimmers): 4 lessons $60 (30 minutes each)
Cost + Annual Registration Fee ($25)
Register online: https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/semi-private-swim-lessons/
Nitros Competitive Swim Team
Northwest Georgia Aquatics (NWGA) is a year-round USA Swimming and US Masters Swimming team offering professional instruction for all levels, ages, and abilities. From our lesson program to our competitive teams, the goal is to provide every member an opportunity to properly develop, improve swimming skills, and achieve personal success.
Visit https://www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=ganga for more information or email toddc@calhounschools.org.
For more information call 706-629-6788 or visit- https://securepayment.link/calhounschools/
Calhoun Middle School
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calhoun.schools
Twitter: @CalhounSchools
Email: eubanksa@calhounschools.org
Address: 399 South River Street, Calhoun, GA 30701
Phone: 706-629-3340
Website: www.calhounschools.org