Our 7th grade Lady Bengals are absolutely crushing it this season! From explosive starts to strong finishes, this team has been showing what it means to compete with heart, grit, and true Bengal pride. 💪🐾
We hope you had a chance to catch them in action at our HOME meet this past Tuesday—because WOW, these girls brought the speed, the strength, and the spirit! ⚡🏅
🚨 Schedule Update:
Today’s meet in Wamego has been rescheduled due to potential severe weather. The new date is:
📅 Tuesday, April 28th
⏰ 12:00 PM
If you missed them earlier this week, don’t worry—you’ve got another chance to see this incredible group of Lady Bengals take the track and field by storm! Trust us, you won’t want to miss the hustle, the teamwork, and the determination they bring to every event. 🧡🖤
Let’s hear it for these amazing athletes—keep pushing, keep flying, and keep being BENGAL STRONG! 🐾💨

From April 19–25, 2026, we celebrate the incredible impact libraries have on our schools, communities, and everyday lives—and we are feeling that love firsthand! A HUGE thank you to the Clay Center Carnegie Library for the beautiful flowers and heartfelt message of support sent to our Bengal School Library. Your thoughtfulness truly brightened our week!
National Library Week is a time to recognize libraries as more than just places for books—they are hubs for learning, creativity, connection, and opportunity for all. Whether you're diving into a new story, researching a project, or finding a quiet place to grow, libraries are always there to support you.
We are so grateful to have such a strong partnership with the Clay Center Carnegie Library—be sure to stop by, check out all they have to offer, and show them some love this week! 🧡🖤
#NationalLibraryWeek #BengalStrong #CommunitySupport #LoveOurLibrary

Today’s shoutout is going to someone who truly set the bar high… Wade Hamel! 👏
This one is extra special because it’s our first-ever Call of the Day where students recognized greatness in one of their own and took the time to nominate him—how awesome is that?! 🙌 Huge thanks to Laney and Kennedy for seeing the good and speaking up!
During the Home Track Meet, when others passed by, Wade stepped up. He volunteered to pick up trash—no spotlight, no recognition, just doing what needed to be done. 💪 And here’s the kicker… he had his own event coming up, and still chose to help out first. That’s next-level selflessness.
Wade showed what it means to put First Things First and think Win-Win—taking care of our school while supporting his team at the same time. This is just one example of the kind of character he brings to CCCMS every single day.
Way to go, Wade—YOU are setting the standard! 🐾



Today we’re rolling out the orange carpet for a VERY special crew… it’s Administrative Professionals Day, and we are celebrating the absolute MVPs of our building! 🎉
Let’s be real—our school secretaries are the glue, the engine, the calendar keepers, the problem solvers, the “do you have a minute?” lifesavers… basically the reason anything runs smoothly around here 😄
We truly couldn’t do this job without you.
You are simply THE BEST.
Our success depends on you more than you know, and your hard work never goes unnoticed.
From answering a million questions a day to keeping us all organized (and sane), you keep our Bengals rolling strong 🐾
Let’s give a BIG shoutout and ALL the appreciation to our two amazing secretaries—we are so lucky to have you leading the way every single day! 🖤🧡
👇 Keep scrolling to meet these behind-the-scenes superheroes… their bios are below, and trust us—you’re going to want to read these office legends in action! 😎✨
Ashley Snyder is in her fourth year serving as a secretary for USD 379. Her husband is a paramedic with Riley County EMS. They have three daughters—a 5th grader, a 3rd grader, and a 1st grader—who keep them on their toes! In their free time, you'll usually find them on the road with B’s softball team, NEK Traveling basketball, or cheering on their younger two in Rec sports. They love staying busy and being involved in the community! Ashley loves a good sunny day to just be outside, watch her kids play, and enjoy the finer things in life.
Ginny Hovland is in her Third School Year, and she loves what she does and who she works with. She has been married for 21 years with 2 of the most outspoken children she could ask for. Her son graduated in May 2025, and her daughter is a 9th grader. She enjoys reading and mathematics. Along with English, aka ELA, and Music. Her favorite colors are Red, Blue Go KU, and Pink and black. Also, she feels like we all have some of the BEST Students between the two Schools. She says we have some amazing staff, and she enjoys working with them all.

Bengal Families — the wait is over! The 2025–2026 Pre-K through 8th grade yearbooks were delivered today 🎉
Students who ordered one should be bringing them home within the next couple of days, so get ready for some page-flipping, memory-laughing, and “remember when…” moments!
Thank you so much for your continued support in making this yearbook possible — we hope you enjoy every snapshot of this amazing school year 🧡🖤
📦 Missed your chance?
We have a limited number of extra copies available at the Middle School for $23. Once they’re gone… they’re gone!
#BengalPride #YearbookDay #MakingMemories

Hey Bengal Families! The clock is ticking… and so are our checkout scanners! ⏳
📖 LAST WEEK TO CHECK OUT BOOKS:
Make sure to stock up on those page-turners because the final checkout week is April 27 – May 1! After that, the shelves are officially closed for browsing (we know… it’s ruff 🐅).
📚 ALL BOOKS DUE:
It’s time to round up those wanderers from under beds, in backpacks, and behind couch cushions!
➡️ All library books are due back by Friday, May 8, 2026.
Let’s avoid any “overdue drama” and finish the year strong—because nothing says Bengal Strong like returning your books on time! 😉
Thanks for helping keep our library collection shelf-checked and ready for next year’s readers! 📘✨

The Bengals are HOME and ready to hit the track for the CCCMS Invitational Track & Field Meet today at the Mark A. Chapman Activity Complex!
🏁 Field Events kick off at 2:00 PM
🏃♂️ Running Events start around 4:30 PM
💥 3200m begins at 4:00 PM
From explosive starts in the blocks to flying finishes down the straightaway, our Bengals are ready to compete, PR, and dominate on their home turf 💪🧡🖤
👀 Want to follow along live? Check out results here:
👉 https://www.athletic.net/Help/Track.aspx?Meet=638873
(Stay updated with times, results, and performances throughout the meet!)
🎉 We’ve got an awesome lineup of teams coming to town and a FULL slate of events (check out the schedule in the graphic 👇), so come out, bring the energy, and cheer on your Bengals!
👏 Let’s pack the stands
👏 Let’s bring the noise
👏 Let’s show what #BengalStrong is all about
💬 Drop a 🐅 in the comments if you’re coming out to support!
#BengalStrong #TrackAndField #HomeMeet #RunJumpThrow


This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our 7th grade boys track & field team as our Bengal Strong Habits in Action team! 🐅🧡🖤
These athletes are off to a blazing start this season, competing strong in Abilene and Minneapolis. They’re not just running races—they’re showing what it means to work hard, stay disciplined, and push for excellence every single day. 💪
From explosive starts out of the blocks to powerful kicks down the home stretch, these boys are setting the pace, chasing PRs, and supporting each other every step of the way. That’s Bengal Strong! 💥
📣 Catch them in action TODAY at the CCCMS Invitational!
Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on as they sprint, jump, and throw their way to success!
🏁 Keep your eyes on the track… these Bengals are just getting warmed up! 🐅💨

It’s another busy and exciting week to be #BengalSTRONG! Here’s what’s happening at CCCMS:
📅 Monday (20)
• 5th Grade Small Group Tours @ 1:45 PM
• National Volunteer Appreciation Day 🙌
🏃♂️ Tuesday (21)
• Track & Field CCCMS Invitational (HOME) @ 2 PM
👉 We’re always looking for help to keep things running smoothly! If you’d like to volunteer, please call (785) 632-3232.
🌎 Wednesday (22)
• 8th Grade Ag Students Trip to Chapman
• Administrative Professional Day – Thank you, Ashley & Ginny!! 💐
• Earth Day 🌱
🏃♀️ Thursday (23)
• Track & Field @ Wamego @ 12 PM
🍩 Friday (24)
• Donut Day 😋
📆 Planning Ahead:
• 5/21 – 11:45 AM Dismissal (Last Day of School!)
Let’s have a great week, Bengals—stay positive, work hard, and show those Bengal Strong habits every day! 🐅🧡

We are beyond proud to celebrate our incredible Bengal students who were recognized for their hard work, dedication, and positive choices during Quarter 3! 🎉
👏 Academic Excellence Honors:
📚 Principal’s Honor Roll – 4.00 GPA (ALL As!)
📚 Honor Roll – 3.50–3.99 GPA
📚 Honorable Mention – 3.00–3.49 GPA
Your commitment to excellence in the classroom does not go unnoticed—keep striving for greatness! 💪✨
⏰ Attendance Matters:
🙌 Perfect Attendance – showing up EVERY day!
🙌 Exceptional Attendance – dedication and consistency!
Your reliability and commitment set the standard!
🐾 BENGAL PAWS PROGRAM
(Bengals Performing Above Work Standards)
This program celebrates students who go above and beyond in academics, attitude, activities, and actions—truly representing what it means to be Bengal Strong!
🏅 PAWS Recognition Levels:
🧡 GOLD – 3.8–4.0 GPA + outstanding behavior & attendance
🖤 ORANGE – 3.5–3.79 GPA or major GPA growth
🐾 BLACK – 3.0–3.49 GPA or continued improvement
These students are leading the way by making positive choices, staying focused, and showing pride in everything they do!
👏 Let’s give a HUGE round of applause to all of our Quarter 3 honorees—you make CCCMS proud every single day!
#BengalStrong #BengalPAWS #AcademicExcellence #ProudToBeABengal #HardWorkPaysOff 🐾🧡🖤



Just a quick heads up that tomorrow will be a shortened school day with an 11:45 AM dismissal ⏰
Our teachers will be spending the afternoon in professional learning, continuing to grow and bring the best to our students each day! 🍎📚
Please plan accordingly for pick-up and after-school arrangements.
Thank you for your support—have a great evening, Bengals! 🧡🖤




🚨🏃♂️ IT’S MEET DAY, BENGALS! 🐅🔥
The 7th & 8th Grade Bengals are hitting the track and taking their speed, strength, and grit on the road to Minneapolis HS today! 🟠⚫️
📍 Location: Minneapolis HS- 602 Woodland Ave
🕥 Dismissal: 10:30 AM
🚌 Departure: 10:45 AM
⏱️ Field Events: 1:00 PM
🏁 Track Events: 3:30 PM
🎥 Catch the action LIVE: https://live.athletic.net/meets/68340/live
📋 Meet Schedule: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/632745/schedule
It’s time to explode out of the blocks, own the curves, and finish strong through the line! From powerful throws to soaring jumps and lightning-fast sprints—our Bengals are ready to leave it all on the track. 💨💪
Let’s see those clean handoffs, record-breaking strides, and PR chases! Every step, every jump, every throw—stack the wins and trust the training!
🟠⚫️ Run fast. Jump far. Throw big. COMPETE HARD.
Bring the fire, bring the focus, and let’s make some noise in Minneapolis!
#BengalStrong #TrackSeason #OrangeAndBlack #RunWithPride #FinishThroughTheLine

Today we’re celebrating National Librarian Day (and giving a little extra love after National School Librarian Day on April 4th) by shining the spotlight on the heart of our school’s learning hub—our incredible Library Staff!
✨ Lynn Auld – Librarian
✨ Tasha Siemers – Library Aide
These two go far beyond checking out books—they create a space where every student feels welcome, supported, and inspired. Whether it’s helping students discover their next favorite read, providing a quiet place to reset, supporting research and learning, or simply offering a friendly smile, they make the library a place students want to be. From keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes to supporting classes, technology needs, and even those last-minute printing emergencies—they truly do it all. Their dedication helps keep our school organized, engaged, and always learning.
👏 Thank you for being such an important part of our Bengal family and for modeling Bengal Strong Habits every single day!
👉 Be sure to check out their bios to learn more about what makes them them outside of the library!
Lynn Auld is in her 21st year of teaching and her 13th year as Library Media Specialist. Although she is not in the building a lot, she is always available by email. Drop her a line sometime. She is married to Andy, and he is on the school board. They have three human children: Zoe works in Wichita as a legal assistant, Jorja is a freshman at Cloud County Community College, and Reece is a freshman at CCCHS. She has two fur babies: Rut is 5 and Finn is 4.
Tasha Siemers has been an Aide in the CCCMS Bengal Library since 2015 and quickly realized it was exactly where she was meant to be. She loves helping students find the right book, a quiet place to reset, or simply a space where they feel welcome. Tasha has been married to her husband, Daniel, since 2007. He’s a firefighter here in Clay Center, and together they’re raising two boys—Daniel Jr., a junior, and Kadyn, an eighth grader. Over the years, she’s collected quite a few “adopted” kiddos. She believes the library should feel like home, and the door is always open. When she’s not in the library, Tasha also works PRN in the Therapy Department at Clay County Medical Center. While she doesn’t work there often, she truly enjoys it as a change of pace and looks forward to picking up additional hours during the summer.


🔥🐾 Bengal Strong Habits in Action Spotlight 🐾🔥
This week we’re shining the spotlight on our 8th Grade Girls Track & Field Team — and let us tell you… this group may be small, but they are MIGHTY 💪🏃♀️
These Lady Bengals are proving that it’s not about the numbers — it’s about the heart, hustle, and determination they bring to every practice and every event. From explosive starts to strong finishes, they are showing what it means to compete with grit and pride!
🥉 Coming off a 3rd place finish at their first meet of the season, this squad is already setting the tone and turning heads on the track and in the field!
They’re locked in, chasing PRs, pushing each other, and getting better every single day. The energy is high, the mindset is strong, and the best is yet to come 🔥
Keep grinding, keep flying, and keep representing, Lady Bengals — we are proud of you! 🧡🖤
#BengalStrong #HabitsInAction #LadyBengals #TrackAndField #RunJumpThrow

🏃♂️🧡🖤 BENGAL TRACK & FIELD TAKES ON ROCK HILLS! 🖤🧡🏃♀️
It’s race day, Bengals! Our squad is hitting the track in Mankato to compete at the Rock Hills Meet, and they’re ready to leave it all on the track! 💨🔥
📍 Rock Hills – 710 E Madison St, Mankato, KS 66956
⏱ Pole Vault: 2:30 PM
⏱ Field Events: 3:00 PM
⏱ Track Events: 4:30 PM
From explosive starts out of the blocks to powerful throws and gravity-defying jumps, our Bengals are set to sprint, soar, and score! 🏅💪
Check out full meet info here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/644945/info
Let’s bring the speed, strength, and Bengal pride—orange and black all the way! 🧡🖤
Good luck athletes—chase those PRs and dominate every event! 💥
#BengalStrong #TrackAndField #RunJumpThrow #OrangeAndBlack #PRSeason


Bengals, we’ve got a full week ahead—check it out and mark those calendars! 👇
🏫 Monday
5th Graders will be Pre- Enrolling for 6th Grade at Garfield School with Mr. Brummet
🏃 Tuesday
Track & Field hits the road for the Rock Hills/Mankato Meet—go compete, Bengals!
🏐 Wednesday
• Volleyball Interest Meeting for upcoming 7th and 8th graders (during PAWS)
• YLink Drug Prevention Lunch & Learn (2nd Lunch)
📚 Thursday
• Track & Field in Minneapolis
• National Librarian Day—be sure to show some love to our amazing library staff!
⏰ Friday
Early Dismissal at 11:45 AM
Let’s show up, support each other, and represent what it means to be #BengalSTRONG all week long! 💪

