Calhoun Primary School

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL INFORMATION🐝📚 #OurHeartOurFuture

As we wrap up another great school year, please review important information for next Friday, May 22.

🎓 Be sure to check out our “Graduation Buzz & Last Day Information” newsletter for additional details, reminders, livestream information, and more: https://www.calhounschools.org/article/2885506

Celebrating excellence across Calhoun City Schools!

Today, we are proud to announce our 2026-2027 Teachers and Staff Members of the Year. These outstanding individuals represent the very best of Calhoun City Schools through their dedication and passion for making a difference each day.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! Stay tuned as we spotlight each Teacher and Staff Member of the Year from across the district.

Be sure to stop by the Calhoun FFA Plant Sale this week for beautiful flowers, hanging baskets, veggies, herbs, and more! Lots of great plants just in time for Mother’s Day, all grown by our students.

🪴 Open this week: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🪴 Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍Calhoun Greenhouse (next to CMS gym)

Come support Calhoun FFA and shop while supplies last! 🌸🐝 #CTAEdelivers

JOIN OUR TEAM! 🐝
Calhoun City Schools is now hiring support staff to make a difference in our classrooms every day. Every role plays an important part in supporting the success of our students, schools, and community.

We’d love to hear from you! Apply now: calhounschools.org/page/human-resources

Happy School Nurse Day to our incredible staff who help keep our schools healthy, safe, and supported each day! Thank you for your caring hearts and helping hands. 🩺🐝💛 #OurHeartOurFuture

Join us to celebrate our 2026 retirees! 🐝💛
We’re honored to recognize our dedicated staff and their lasting impact across Calhoun City Schools. #OurHeartOurFuture

📅 Monday, May 18 @ 6:00 PM
📍 CHS College & Career Media Center

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎🐝 Thank you to the incredible educators who lead with heart, inspire excellence, and make a lasting impact on our students each day. #OurHeartOurFuture

Grateful for the hands that serve and the hearts behind it! 💛🐝 Happy School Lunch Hero Day to our incredible Schools Nutrition Team! #OurHeartOurFuture

Returning Student Registration 🐝
As we finish strong this school year, we’re already preparing for what’s ahead. Please complete your student’s registration by May 15 to support scheduling and help us prepare for another year of excellence at Calhoun City Schools.

www.calhounschools.org/o/calhoun/page/enrollment-registration

Proud to recognize Calhoun Primary’s Character Club of the Month! ✨

Congratulations to these inspiring students and Ms. Rachel Dillard for demonstrating #Perseverance each day. Keep leading the way!

Thank you to Chick-fil-A Calhoun for your continued partnership in supporting character development. #CoreEssentials #OurHeartOurFuture 🐝

“It’s a Hit!” 🎶🌟

CPS 1st graders took the stage and knocked it out of the park with an unforgettable performance earlier this week. Great job, Jackets! 🐝 #ExcellenceInTheArts #OurHeartOurFuture

EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMICS — Across Calhoun City Schools
Join us in celebrating top student growth across our schools based on fall-to-spring results from the NWEA MAP Growth assessment.

🐝 CPS | Grades 1–3
📈 Top MAP ELA Growth:
1st Grade: Cindy Thornton
2nd Grade: Crystal Shelton
3rd Grade: Meredith Banta

📈 Top MAP Math Growth:
1st Grade: Destiny Evans
2nd Grade: Kara Payne
3rd Grade: Meredith Banta & Amy Wright (tie)

Proud to celebrate our CPS students growing, achieving, and building momentum! 🐝
#ExcellenceInAcademics #OurHeartOurFuture

Celebrating our Calhoun Primary School 1st place grade-level Spelling Bee winners! 🐝

CPS students in grades 1–3 recently showcased their spelling skills in classroom spelling bees. Using the Scripps National Spelling Bee word lists, top spellers from each homeroom advanced to grade-level competitions, tackling words like signal, acrobat, recipe, and incredible.

We’re proud of these students for spelling their way to the top. Great job, Jackets!
#ExcellenceInAcademics #OurHeartOurFuture

Celebrating our Assistant Principals as we return from spring break! 💛🐝
Thank you for your leadership, support, and the difference you make in our schools each day!

We missed you, Jackets! 🐝 Hope everyone enjoyed a fun and relaxing spring break. Excited to welcome you back tomorrow, Monday, April 13!

Learning beyond the classroom 🐝
Calhoun Primary 3rd graders explored downtown Calhoun today, with a visit to the Eddie Reeves Board Room at Central Office and several community landmarks along the way.

From our historic downtown to public safety and community spaces, students experienced the heart of what makes Calhoun so special.
#OurHeartOurFuture 💛

Spring Break is almost here, Jackets!
Need childcare? CCE Jacket Jamboree serves PK–6 students and welcomes non-CCS students.

Learn more: https://www.calhounschools.org/o/calhoun/page/jacket-jamboree-summer-school-closures

Celebrating Calhoun Primary’s March Character Club from earlier this week! ✨

Congratulations to these outstanding students and Ms. Wendy Trundle for consistently modeling #Humility. We’re proud of the way you lead by example each day!

Thank you to Chick-fil-A Calhoun for your continued partnership in supporting character development. #CoreEssentials #OurHeartOurFuture 🐝

🎬 Family Movie Night this Friday!
Join CPES PTO at the Gem Theater for a FREE showing of Zootopia! 🍿
Concessions will be available for purchase, and seating is first come, first served. Come out and enjoy a fun night together!

A great day of learning and connection at Agriculture Day! 🌾
CPS students teamed up with Calhoun High’s CTAE & FFA students, along with alumni and special guests, for hands-on experiences that brought career pathways to life. #CTAEdelivers #OurHeartOurFuture