Calhoun Middle School

Hey, Jackets! We can’t wait to see everyone back tomorrow to finish the semester strong before the holidays. And don’t forget—Friday night, CHS Football hosts Stephenson in the State Playoff Semifinals! 🏈 Make plans to be there, Jacket Nation! Let’s pack The Reeve and show up loud & proud! 🐝 #proudtobeayellowjacket

Congratulations to our talented CMS/CHS students for being selected to the All-State Chorus! 🐝🎶✨ Calhoun Middle School representative - Noah Riley Calhoun High School representatives - Annie Eickman, Louisa Engel, and Caleb Riley These outstanding students will showcase their musical talents in Athens, GA from February 13-15, 2025. We are so proud of their dedication and commitment to excellence the arts! #ProudToBeAYellowJacket #ExcellenceInTheArts #AllStateChorus

CMS 8th graders recently brought their learning to life at Junior Achievement's Finance Park and BizTown! They took on real-world challenges—managing budgets, applying for loans, and making informed financial decisions. From running household finances to stepping into different career roles, these young minds dove into hands-on experiences that build the life skills they'll use to succeed. It's learning beyond the classroom, and our students are rising to the challenge! Keep up the good work, Jackets! #proudtobeayellowjacket

Congratulations to our CMS 7th Grade Football Team for securing a spot in the 2024 Georgia Middle School Athletic Association (GMSAA) Championship! This Saturday, November 23rd, the Jackets will take on Centennial at 11:00 AM at Kell High School. The future is bright for Calhoun Athletics—don’t miss this opportunity to support the next generation of champions! Let’s swarm Marietta and cheer on the black and gold to victory. 🐝🏈 🏆 #ProudToBeAYellowJacket

📚✨ It’s American Education Week, and Calhoun City Schools is proud to celebrate our mission to inspire all students to become lifelong learners in the pursuit of excellence. We’re proud to celebrate our educators and staff who make a difference every day, empowering students and shaping bright futures! Together, we inspire excellence! 🐝 United We Stand. Together We Swarm! #proudtobeayellowjacket

Happy National School Psychology Week! We’re so grateful for our amazing school psychologists and the entire team who support our students' well-being and success every day. United We Stand. Together We Swarm! #proudtobeayellowjacket 🐝

Important details about Monday's Veterans Day Parade and early release schedule: https://calhouncityschoolsga.edurooms.com/engage/calhoun-city-schools/newsletters/veterans-day-and-early-release-reminders

CMS football hits Hal Lamb Field tomorrow (11/9) for first round of playoffs! 7th grade vs Kennesaw Mountain at 10 AM, 8th grade vs North Springs at 12 PM. Come cheer on the Jackets! 🐝🏈 #proudtobeayellowjacket

Congratulations to our 2024 REACH Scholars! Calhoun Middle School students Carter Sutton and Katherine Alarcon-Castillo have been named the 2024 Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) Scholars! The REACH Georgia program provides support to students with academic promise, guiding them from middle school to college success with scholarship opportunities. Katherine and Carter will receive scholarships upon high school graduation to help them pursue their college dreams. The REACH Scholar signing day will be held Monday, November 18th at the Board of Education meeting at Calhoun City Schools' Central Office. We look forward to celebrating Carter and Katherine's hard work and dedication!

📣 Fired Up Food Can Drive is ON! Let’s come together to support our community—where we learn and live! 🐝 Drop off canned and non-perishable items at any of our schools or the Central Office now through Monday, November 11th. 🥫Our goal? 20,000 cans! No one does it like we can...because United We Stand. Together We Swarm!🐝 ▶️YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/Mc-E5_LEWW4?si=JB9SQd5ZATZVw4op #ProudToBeAYellowJacket #FiredUpFoodDrive #VAC #Community

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Parade - Join the Celebration! 🇺🇸 Let's come together to make this day truly special as we honor our veterans. 🗓 Date: Monday, November 11th 🕜 Time: 1:30 PM 📍 Location: Downtown Calhoun Join us as we celebrate our veterans with special performances leading up to the parade! Beginning at 12:45 PM: 🎶 BB&T Park: Performances by the CPS & CES Chorus groups 🎵 Courthouse: Performances by the CHS trio, quartet, and retired CCS educator Jule Medders Calhoun City Schools invites community groups, local businesses, veterans, active-duty military, and families to join the parade and make this celebration one to remember! 📲 There’s still time to be part of it! Scan the QR code or click the link below to sign up and take part in this memorable day. Additional participation info will be emailed to you once form is submitted: https://forms.gle/PFTq4DMneB6uLbpg6 Let’s show our veterans the appreciation they deserve—together as a community! United We Stand. Together We Swarm! #JacketsSaluteHeroes #VeteransDay

November Attendance Tip✔ Keep our Yellow Jackets buzzing with mental health support! Prioritize well-being to keep attendance strong. Visit our website for more resources: https://www.calhounschools.org/page/mental-health-resources We’re here to help—every day counts! United We Stand. Together We Swarm! #ProudToBeAYellowJacket 🐝

Don’t forget to "fall back"! ⏰ Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow, November 3rd, so remember to set your clocks back 1 hour. Enjoy that extra hour of rest! 🐝

TECHNOLOGY COMPETITION: The deadline to sign up to compete in one of the 14 categories is today! Also, last chance to submit artwork for the logo design competition. ➡️ https://www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/page/technology-competition

RED RIBBON WEEK 2024 | This year's Red Ribbon Week theme is "Life is a Movie. Film Drug-Free!" We are excited to celebrate our talented 2024 poster winners from the "Drugs Don't Work" Art Contest, who were recently honored at the Harris Arts Center. 2024 CCS school-level poster winners are: McKenzie Walraven (CPS), Yuliza Vicente (CES), Abby Anderson (CMS), & Erick Jaramillo (CHS) A special shoutout to CHS winner, Erick Jaramillo, whose talent caught the attention of Mannington's HR Manager, Erika Turner. She shared some exciting summer internship opportunities that are perfect for Erick's future in art! Thank you, Gordon County Chamber of Commerce, for organizing this annual event. And a big thank you to Mannington for 25 consecutive years of supporting local student creativity and showcasing the importance of being drug-free. Remember, this Wednesday, October 30, we will celebrate Community Wear Red Day! #LiveDrugFree #RedRibbonWeek #DrugsDontWork

Red Ribbon Week is approaching, and on Wednesday, October 30, we will celebrate Community Wear Red Day! This year's theme is "Life is a Movie. Film Drug Free!" We encourage all students at CELA, CPS, CES, and CMS to participate in the dress-up days to promote a drug-free lifestyle. Next week, we will also recognize the talented winners of the "Drugs Don't Work" Art Contest, who were recently honored at the Harris Arts Center. 🏆🎨✨ Please be reminded that Friday, November 1 is a virtual learning day for all students. United We Stand. Together We Swarm! #RedRibbonWeek #DrugsDontWork #LiveDrugFree #ProudToBeAYellowJacket

VETERANS DAY EARLY RELEASE REMINDER: On Monday, November 11, 2024, Calhoun City Schools will have an early release day to honor our veterans with a special Veterans Day Parade at 1:30 PM in downtown Calhoun. We invite everyone to join us as various student groups participate in this meaningful event to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our great nation. Please note that the after-school KEEP program will be closed on this day. We appreciate your continued support and understanding. If you or someone you know is a veteran or is currently serving, we encourage you to participate in the parade. Click here or scan the QR code to complete the participation form. We look forward to coming together as a community to show our gratitude. CCS Early Release Dismissal Schedule: 11:00 AM - CELA (buses & car riders) 11:45 AM - CPS / CES (buses & car riders) 12:00 PM - CMS / CHS (car riders & walkers) 12:20 PM - CMS / CHS (bus riders) Buses will arrive at the Campus from 12:20 - 12:50 PM

Ready, set, innovate! The 19th Annual Technology Competition is here! Students in grades 3-12, this is your time to shine and show off your tech talents and creativity!💡✨ Registration is officially OPEN! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting journey. 👉 Learn more and register now: https://www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/page/technology-competition

Let's get #FiredUp, Jackets! Join us Nov. 4th to 8th in supporting our community through the Voluntary Action Center's Food Drive. Every can counts, and together, we can make a huge difference! Drop off your donations at any Calhoun City Schools' campus/ location. Let's show our spirit of giving! #proudtobeayellowjacket #firedupfooddrive2024

REMINDER: Calhoun City Schools' next Virtual Learning Day will be on Friday, November 1, 2024. 🐝 Be sure to check the 2024-2025 school calendar for all important dates: www.calhounschools.org/page/school-information.