8th Grade
⭐️The 8 Silver team selected this student because she is an all-around good egg. She is a natural leader among her peers and demonstrates this through her radiating positivity and kindness to others. Her dedication to school is shown through her effort in class, her participation in activities, and in the support she gives others. Congratulations to 8 Silver student of the week, Zoey.
⭐️The Maroon Student of the Week is an exceptional student whose remarkable skills, intelligence, and dedication have earned her this well-deserved recognition. She embodies the qualities of a true Discoverer- respectful, kind, and consistently responsible in all she does. Her positive spirit and love of learning make her a joy to have in class, and every teacher appreciates the enthusiasm, the positive vibes, and warmth she brings each day. Congratulations to the 8 Maroon Student of the Week, Lena! We are proud to celebrate with you!
Our 6th graders have been working on experimental probability! Students experimented with drawing cubes from a bag and then compared their results to the theoretical probability they calculated.
7th Grade
⭐️The 7 Silver Student of the Week is very responsible. He is a positive role model for his peers. Although quiet, he leads by example with his respectful attitude and his consistent work ethic. He always completes his work even if it is hard. Keep working hard, Xavier.
⭐️The 7 maroon student of the week brings a clever, witty sense of humor to the classroom. They possess the ability to both work independently and be a contributing member in a group activity. They are a positive addition to the classroom. Congratulations, Asher.
🎶 Tonight at 6:30 PM, the CMS auditorium will host our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Holiday Band Concert! 🎄🎺
Come support our talented musicians, free of charge, by showing up and enjoying some wonderful instrumental music! 🎵👏
6th Grade
⭐️This sixth-grade student shines in our classroom every single day. She is hardworking, focused, and always gives her best effort. She stays on task, approaches her work with maturity, and sets a positive example for everyone around her. On top of that, Jazelle is incredibly helpful and a wonderful friend to her classmates. We are so proud of her dedication and kindness! Keep up the great work, Jazelle!
⭐️The Maroon 6 Student of the Week is friendly, hardworking, and gives his best effort on everything he does. He always greets his teacher when they walk into the room. Congratulations, Sebastian, the Maroon 6 Student of the Week.
We’re heading into winter break, and this is the time to go all out! Bring your BEST festive looks, your biggest smiles, and your most cheerful vibes. Let’s make this last week unforgettable and fill CMS with holiday magic! ✨❤️
Finish strong, Discoverers—let’s make the halls sparkle! ❄️🌟
Our second week of Spirit week has wrapped up! Here’s some spotlight spirit outfits we saw throughout the week! Bring your spirit for our final week of December Dress Up Days next week!
Yesterday, their bowls came back from the kiln, and as a reward, they enjoyed milk and cereal right out of the bowls they made themselves!
8th Grade
⭐️The 8 Silver Student of the week is someone who is extremely intelligent and bright. This student always does his work and does an impeccable job on whatever he is working on. He works excellently with anybody in his class, and he helps whenever it is needed. We appreciate you and all that you do. Keep up the great work! Congratulations to the 8 Silver student of the week, Gustavo!
⭐️Our Maroon Student of the Week is respectful, kind, and exceptional. He comes to school ready to learn and uses his time very well. He listens to instructions and completes his tasks with a huge smile on his face. He is well-liked and appreciated by his peers and is always respectful to his teachers. We are so proud of the amazing work he is doing in all of his classes. Congratulations to our 8th Maroon Student of the Week, Adan!
On Tuesday, our 8th grade girls basketball team faced off against Walnut in an intense and thrilling match. The girls displayed remarkable determination and teamwork, showcasing their skills on the court. We are truly proud of their incredible effort and resilience, resulting in a triumphant victory in all their games! 🌟🙌
Go Discoverers!
6th grade has been working on finding the area of shapes other than rectangles.
Today, they explored how the area of a triangle compares to the area of a parallelogram. By building rectangles and parallelograms from two equal triangles, they were able to discover the formula for finding the area of a triangle! 🔺📐✨
7th Grade
⭐️The 7 Silver Student of the Week is always respectful. She wears a positive smile on her face and is always responsible. She always goes above and beyond in her work. She is always willing to help others and cares about her grades. Thank you for shining bright on our 7 Silver team. Congratulations, Jazmine.
⭐️The 7 maroon student of the week is a model of politeness. Whether it be to his classmates or teachers, they are respectful and always contributes to the learning environment. There is never a moment when they are off task, and they can always be counted on to contribute in groups. Congratulations, Alex.
6th Grade
⭐️This sixth silver student is an incredibly studious and dedicated learner who always puts forth her best effort. She stays on task, takes her work seriously, and sets a wonderful example for others. Not only is she hardworking, but she is also extremely helpful in the classroom and a truly great friend to her peers. We are so proud of her positive attitude and leadership! Great job, Ellie!
⭐️Our Maroon 6 Student of the week is a student who is always kind, hard working, and responsible. She comes to school every day with a smile on her face and ready to learn. She continually goes above and beyond in class. We are so lucky to have you on our team Bryssa.
5th Grade
⭐️The 5th Grade Silver Student of the week is Nolan. He is a hard worker in class, getting his assignments done with efficiency and accuracy. He is respectful and kind to his teachers and classmates. Nolan Diaz has done a fabulous job adjusting to 5th grade by making new friends, following the rules, and growing his mind each day. We are proud of you, Nolan!
⭐️The 5 Maroon student of the week is observant and thoughtful. He likes to learn does his best work in every class. In a nutshell, he is just a tremendous student and he impresses his teachers every day with the level of insight and curiousity that he brings to each class. Great job, Jaydn!
Keep the holiday spirit going! Last week was full of color and creativity—let’s make this week even better. Whether you're rocking festive accessories or going all-out with themed outfits, we love seeing your winter spirit.
Bundle up, dress up, and let’s sleigh this week! 🛷💙✨
📢 On Thursday, our 7th grade C, B, and A teams all played Schuyler Middle School. Our C team could only play one half, but they still played amazing and just fell short of a victory. Our A/B team played great, getting a lead of 18 points by halftime. We are so proud they brought home a victory for CMS! We are proud of you, girls, and keep playing amazing! 🏀
✨What an amazing Spirit Week!✨ This week was filled with energy, creativity, and so much school spirit. From funny dress-up days to wearing our school colors, it was awesome seeing our students and staff dressing up and participating in this week's spirit theme. We can't wait to see what our school has in store for us next week!
Welcome to Wonderland this Saturday! 🎭 The CMS cast and crew are presenting Alice in Wonderland, it is a show so magical and grand, you’ll truly feel like you’re in Wonderland. ✨
If you’d like to come, the show starts at 2:00 PM on Saturday. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. 🎟️🐇
Huge shoutout to our 8th grade girls basketball team! We're so proud of the C team's hustle and effort, even if the final score didn't go our way. Congrats to the A and B teams; although they played a game together, they all stepped up and pulled off the win. Great job, girls, and go Discoverers!
Hit the road and head to CMS tonight or tomorrow to see our 5th & 6th graders perform Alice in Wonderland!
When? December 5, 2025 at 7:00pm and December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm.
Where? CMS Nantkes Theatre
Cost? Adults are $5.00, students K-12 are $3, and C-stamp will be accepted.
