🏆📚 Way to Go, Bengals! 📚🏆
Congratulations to our Varsity Bengal Scholars Bowl Team on an outstanding 2nd place finish at last night’s home meet! 👏🐾
Your hard work, quick thinking, and teamwork were on full display, and we are so proud of the way you represented our school. Keep that momentum going, as the season wraps up next Thursday at NCKL in Marysville!
🧡🖤 #BengalStrong #ScholarsBowl #HardWorkPaysOff
Congratulations to our Varsity Bengal Scholars Bowl Team on an outstanding 2nd place finish at last night’s home meet! 👏🐾
Your hard work, quick thinking, and teamwork were on full display, and we are so proud of the way you represented our school. Keep that momentum going, as the season wraps up next Thursday at NCKL in Marysville!
🧡🖤 #BengalStrong #ScholarsBowl #HardWorkPaysOff
🐾 Bengal Strong Habits in Action Spotlight 🐾
Hello from the “Laniacs,” Mr. JD Lane’s PAWS class!
We are an energetic bunch this year! We will be saying goodbye to our three 8th graders, who have been incredible leaders for all three years at CCCMS.
This spring, we have been blessed to have Ms. Sum join our class as a KSU student-teacher. She has been an awesome addition to our class!
We’re looking forward to the warmer spring weather and hopefully getting outside more. We love our PAWS Challenge Days and have even added a few new games to our repertoire!
Right now, we’re on track to meet our goal of having every classmate earn all A’s, B’s, or C’s for the quarter—way to go, Laniacs!
Oh… and we definitely love our Pancake Days! 🥞
Go Bengals!! 🐅🧡🖤
Hello from the “Laniacs,” Mr. JD Lane’s PAWS class!
We are an energetic bunch this year! We will be saying goodbye to our three 8th graders, who have been incredible leaders for all three years at CCCMS.
This spring, we have been blessed to have Ms. Sum join our class as a KSU student-teacher. She has been an awesome addition to our class!
We’re looking forward to the warmer spring weather and hopefully getting outside more. We love our PAWS Challenge Days and have even added a few new games to our repertoire!
Right now, we’re on track to meet our goal of having every classmate earn all A’s, B’s, or C’s for the quarter—way to go, Laniacs!
Oh… and we definitely love our Pancake Days! 🥞
Go Bengals!! 🐅🧡🖤
🧠✨ Scholars Bowl Tonight! Let’s Go, CCCMS! ✨🧠
CCCMS is hosting our league Scholars Bowl meet TODAY at 4:30 PM—and we’d love to see you there! It’s a great (and quick!) opportunity to come cheer on our amazing students as they show off their knowledge and teamwork.
📍 Students: Please head to Ms. Mellies’s room after school before the competition begins to help set up.
📅 Looking Ahead:
Our final meet of the season will be the NCKL Meet in Marysville on April 2nd at 4:30 PM.
💬 Coach Mellies shared:
"It has been a wonderful season, and I truly appreciate all the parents for allowing your students to be part of it!"
Let’s pack the room and support our Scholars Bowl team! 🧡🖤 #CCCMS #BengalStrong
Before continuing their unit on Anne Frank, Mrs. Blain's 8th grade ELA class spent some time identifying compound subjects. Her class spends 5-10 minutes each day mastering grammar skills. #celebrate379
📚✨ Write Your Own Story – Don’t Miss Your Chapter! ✨📚
Hey Clay Center families! Just a friendly 😄 reminder that Pre-K through 8th Grade yearbook orders are due THIS Wednesday, 3/25!
For just $23, your student can hold onto all the laughs, friendships, and unforgettable moments from this school year. Trust us… this is one “story” they’ll want to reread for years to come! 📖🧡🖤
This year’s theme, “Write Your Own Story,” has a fun scrapbook-style feel—packed with memories, milestones, and maybe even a few surprise moments! ✂️📸
⏳ Don’t wait until it’s the “one that got away!”
📅 Order by Wednesday, 3/25
💵 Cost: $23
Let’s make sure every student has their story saved forever! 🐾📘
Hey Clay Center families! Just a friendly 😄 reminder that Pre-K through 8th Grade yearbook orders are due THIS Wednesday, 3/25!
For just $23, your student can hold onto all the laughs, friendships, and unforgettable moments from this school year. Trust us… this is one “story” they’ll want to reread for years to come! 📖🧡🖤
This year’s theme, “Write Your Own Story,” has a fun scrapbook-style feel—packed with memories, milestones, and maybe even a few surprise moments! ✂️📸
⏳ Don’t wait until it’s the “one that got away!”
📅 Order by Wednesday, 3/25
💵 Cost: $23
Let’s make sure every student has their story saved forever! 🐾📘
🐅 Welcome Back, Bengals! 🐅
We hope everyone had a wonderful Spring Break and had time to relax and recharge! We’re excited to welcome our students and staff back for another great week at CCCMS. Here’s what’s happening:
📅 Monday (23)
• Classes Resume
• KITE Testing Window Opens
📅 Wednesday (25)
• Yearbook Order Forms Due — don’t miss your chance to secure this year’s memories!
📅 Thursday (26)
• Scholar’s Bowl @ Clay Center – 4:30 PM 🧠
📅 Friday (27)
• 🍩 Donut Day
• Hero Mile Practice @ 1:45 PM
📌 Planning Ahead:
• No School – April 3rd
Let’s finish the spring semester #BengalSTRONG! 🐅
We hope everyone had a wonderful Spring Break and had time to relax and recharge! We’re excited to welcome our students and staff back for another great week at CCCMS. Here’s what’s happening:
📅 Monday (23)
• Classes Resume
• KITE Testing Window Opens
📅 Wednesday (25)
• Yearbook Order Forms Due — don’t miss your chance to secure this year’s memories!
📅 Thursday (26)
• Scholar’s Bowl @ Clay Center – 4:30 PM 🧠
📅 Friday (27)
• 🍩 Donut Day
• Hero Mile Practice @ 1:45 PM
📌 Planning Ahead:
• No School – April 3rd
Let’s finish the spring semester #BengalSTRONG! 🐅
🐝✨ HUGE shoutout to our Clay Center Spelling Bee star, Tayla! ✨🐝 Tayla represented Clay Center at the State Spelling Bee and absolutely crushed it—finishing in the Top 10 in the entire state and advancing all the way to Round 7! 🤯👏 Her hard work, dedication, and composure on that stage were nothing short of amazing. Competing at that level takes grit, confidence, and serious brain power—and she showed all of it! We are BEYOND proud of you, Tayla! 🧡📚 Your community is cheering you on and celebrating this incredible accomplishment! #ClayCenterProud #SpellingBeeStar #Top10 #HardWorkPaysOff #bethestandard
Spring Break is here, Bengals! 🌴☀️
There will be no school Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20 as students and staff enjoy a well-deserved break. We hope everyone takes this time to relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends!
While we’re away, we also want to recognize Social Worker Appreciation Day on Wednesday, March 18 and thank the amazing individuals who support the well-being of our students every day. We appreciate all you do!
📅 Planning Ahead:
Yearbook order forms are due March 25, so make sure to get those turned in when we return. You won’t want to miss capturing this year’s memories!
Enjoy your break, Bengals — we’ll see you back soon!
#BengalSTRONG 🐅🧡
There will be no school Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20 as students and staff enjoy a well-deserved break. We hope everyone takes this time to relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends!
While we’re away, we also want to recognize Social Worker Appreciation Day on Wednesday, March 18 and thank the amazing individuals who support the well-being of our students every day. We appreciate all you do!
📅 Planning Ahead:
Yearbook order forms are due March 25, so make sure to get those turned in when we return. You won’t want to miss capturing this year’s memories!
Enjoy your break, Bengals — we’ll see you back soon!
#BengalSTRONG 🐅🧡
🌟 Be the Standard: Call of the Day 🌟
Today we are celebrating Azure for truly Being the Standard! 👏
Azure noticed a fellow student who was struggling and stepped up to help without hesitation. The amazing part? She isn’t even playing the same instrument! 🎶 Azure quickly learned what she needed to know on the fly so she could guide and support her peer. Her patience, kindness, and willingness to help made a big difference and showed what teamwork is all about. Because of her support, they were able to succeed together — now that’s a WIN! 🏆 Way to go, Azure! Thank you for showing what it means to lift others up and help everyone succeed. 🐾🧡 #BeTheStandard #BengalStrong #HabitsInAction
Today we are celebrating Azure for truly Being the Standard! 👏
Azure noticed a fellow student who was struggling and stepped up to help without hesitation. The amazing part? She isn’t even playing the same instrument! 🎶 Azure quickly learned what she needed to know on the fly so she could guide and support her peer. Her patience, kindness, and willingness to help made a big difference and showed what teamwork is all about. Because of her support, they were able to succeed together — now that’s a WIN! 🏆 Way to go, Azure! Thank you for showing what it means to lift others up and help everyone succeed. 🐾🧡 #BeTheStandard #BengalStrong #HabitsInAction
🌟 Bengal Strong: Habits in Action Spotlight 🌟
This week we are excited to recognize Mrs. McDonald’s PAWS class for showing what it truly means to be Bengal Strong! 🐾
Mrs. McDonald's PAWS group includes natural leaders who help guide the team and keep everyone focused. The students are kind and respectful, creating a positive environment where ideas and thoughts can be shared. They enjoy challenging other PAWS classes and interacting with other groups. In addition, the artists in the group bring creativity and unique ideas to the projects worked on together. They are a great group! 😊
This week we are excited to recognize Mrs. McDonald’s PAWS class for showing what it truly means to be Bengal Strong! 🐾
Mrs. McDonald's PAWS group includes natural leaders who help guide the team and keep everyone focused. The students are kind and respectful, creating a positive environment where ideas and thoughts can be shared. They enjoy challenging other PAWS classes and interacting with other groups. In addition, the artists in the group bring creativity and unique ideas to the projects worked on together. They are a great group! 😊
Our pilot CCCMS KAY Club recently had the opportunity to visit Lincoln Elementary for a team-building and service project with first graders—and it was a great experience for everyone involved!
Middle school leaders and first-grade students worked together in small groups rotating through activities like castle ball, basketball, gaga ball, soccer, and a “chill room” for drawing and art. Throughout the activities, students practiced teamwork, sportsmanship, and building a sense of community.
KAY (Kansas Association for Youth), directed by the Kansas State High School Activities Association, is a character-building, leadership, and service organization unique to Kansas schools. Learn more: https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/main/KAY #celebrate379
Middle school leaders and first-grade students worked together in small groups rotating through activities like castle ball, basketball, gaga ball, soccer, and a “chill room” for drawing and art. Throughout the activities, students practiced teamwork, sportsmanship, and building a sense of community.
KAY (Kansas Association for Youth), directed by the Kansas State High School Activities Association, is a character-building, leadership, and service organization unique to Kansas schools. Learn more: https://www.kshsaa.org/react/activity/main/KAY #celebrate379
🐅 Bengals, here’s what’s happening at CCCMS this week! We are wrapping up Quarter 3 and heading into a well-earned Spring Break! Make sure you check out what’s going on and mark your calendars. 👇
MONDAY (9)
📚 8th Grade Upward Bound Presentation during PAWS
🏃♂️ 7th–8th Grade Track Practice Begins – 3:20 PM
WEDNESDAY (11)
🌊 Mothership Pop-Up during lunch
🎨 YLink Art Club – 3:20–4:20 PM in the CCCMS Commons
📖 Site Council Meeting – 4:30 PM in the Bengal Library
📘 Yearbook Order Forms should be coming home with students today—keep an eye out!
FRIDAY (13)
⏰ 11:45 AM Early Dismissal
📆 End of Quarter 3 & Start of Spring Break!
🔜 Planning Ahead:
🌴 Spring Break – No School: March 16–22
📘 Yearbook Orders Due: March 25
Let’s finish the quarter Bengal STRONG and head into break on a high note! 🐅🧡🖤
#BengalSTRONG #CCCMSBengals #BengalWeeklyActivities
MONDAY (9)
📚 8th Grade Upward Bound Presentation during PAWS
🏃♂️ 7th–8th Grade Track Practice Begins – 3:20 PM
WEDNESDAY (11)
🌊 Mothership Pop-Up during lunch
🎨 YLink Art Club – 3:20–4:20 PM in the CCCMS Commons
📖 Site Council Meeting – 4:30 PM in the Bengal Library
📘 Yearbook Order Forms should be coming home with students today—keep an eye out!
FRIDAY (13)
⏰ 11:45 AM Early Dismissal
📆 End of Quarter 3 & Start of Spring Break!
🔜 Planning Ahead:
🌴 Spring Break – No School: March 16–22
📘 Yearbook Orders Due: March 25
Let’s finish the quarter Bengal STRONG and head into break on a high note! 🐅🧡🖤
#BengalSTRONG #CCCMSBengals #BengalWeeklyActivities
🌟 Be the Standard – Call of the Day! 🌟
Today we’re proud to recognize Austin Mowery for demonstrating one of the 7 Habits standards: Be Proactive! 👏
Austin was nominated because he consistently sets the tone for kindness and positivity at CCCMS. He is one of the most friendly and well-mannered students around, always leading the charge when it comes to being kind to others. Austin is polite and respectful, and his attitude is truly a breath of fresh air each and every day.
What really makes Austin stand out is the way he makes everyone around him feel valued and included. That kind of leadership and character is exactly what Be the Standard is all about.
👏 Great job, Austin! Keep leading by example and showing what Bengal Strong habits look like in action! 🐅🧡🖤
Today we’re proud to recognize Austin Mowery for demonstrating one of the 7 Habits standards: Be Proactive! 👏
Austin was nominated because he consistently sets the tone for kindness and positivity at CCCMS. He is one of the most friendly and well-mannered students around, always leading the charge when it comes to being kind to others. Austin is polite and respectful, and his attitude is truly a breath of fresh air each and every day.
What really makes Austin stand out is the way he makes everyone around him feel valued and included. That kind of leadership and character is exactly what Be the Standard is all about.
👏 Great job, Austin! Keep leading by example and showing what Bengal Strong habits look like in action! 🐅🧡🖤
🧠🐾 Bengal Scholars Bring the Brain Power! 🐾🧠
Our CCCMS Varsity Scholars Bowl team put their knowledge to the test last night at the League Tournament in Clifton-Clyde, competing against 7 other talented teams — and they brought home an impressive 3rd place finish out of 8 teams! 🎉👏
These Bengals showed off their quick thinking, teamwork, and academic excellence all evening long. Scholars Bowl isn’t easy — it takes lightning-fast recall, confidence on the buzzer, and a whole lot of brain power — and our team proved they can compete with the best! 💡⚡
A huge shoutout to Head Coach McKinley Mellies and Assistant Coach Nicole Kennison for guiding our team to success this season! 🙌 We are so proud of the hard work and dedication these students have put in all season. Way to represent CCCMS and finish the league tournament strong! 🐅🧡🖤
📅 Looking Ahead:
• March 26th – CCCMS will host our home meet (come out and support our scholars — the public is welcome to attend!)
• April 2nd – NCKL Tournament in Marysville, which will wrap up our Scholars Bowl season.
Help us congratulate our Varsity Scholars! 👏
#BengalPride #BrainyBengals #ScholarsBowl
Our CCCMS Varsity Scholars Bowl team put their knowledge to the test last night at the League Tournament in Clifton-Clyde, competing against 7 other talented teams — and they brought home an impressive 3rd place finish out of 8 teams! 🎉👏
These Bengals showed off their quick thinking, teamwork, and academic excellence all evening long. Scholars Bowl isn’t easy — it takes lightning-fast recall, confidence on the buzzer, and a whole lot of brain power — and our team proved they can compete with the best! 💡⚡
A huge shoutout to Head Coach McKinley Mellies and Assistant Coach Nicole Kennison for guiding our team to success this season! 🙌 We are so proud of the hard work and dedication these students have put in all season. Way to represent CCCMS and finish the league tournament strong! 🐅🧡🖤
📅 Looking Ahead:
• March 26th – CCCMS will host our home meet (come out and support our scholars — the public is welcome to attend!)
• April 2nd – NCKL Tournament in Marysville, which will wrap up our Scholars Bowl season.
Help us congratulate our Varsity Scholars! 👏
#BengalPride #BrainyBengals #ScholarsBowl
🔥 Bengal Strong Habits in Action Spotlight: Mr. Pigorsch’s PAWS! 🐾🧡
This group knows how to bring the energy! Mr. Pigorsch's PAWS students love to get involved in school-wide activities. They work hard and play hard. They enjoy playing games and having class parties. They have a competitive group of students in our PAWS. And it shows! This PAWS group brings the perfect balance of hard work, friendly competition, and plenty of fun. Whether they’re jumping into school-wide activities, battling it out in games, or celebrating together at class parties, they bring the spirit every single day. A huge shoutout to Mr. Pigorsch for leading such an awesome group of students and helping make PAWS a place where students can connect, compete, and grow together. 👏
Keep being Bengal Strong, Mr. Pigorsch’s PAWS! 🐅
This group knows how to bring the energy! Mr. Pigorsch's PAWS students love to get involved in school-wide activities. They work hard and play hard. They enjoy playing games and having class parties. They have a competitive group of students in our PAWS. And it shows! This PAWS group brings the perfect balance of hard work, friendly competition, and plenty of fun. Whether they’re jumping into school-wide activities, battling it out in games, or celebrating together at class parties, they bring the spirit every single day. A huge shoutout to Mr. Pigorsch for leading such an awesome group of students and helping make PAWS a place where students can connect, compete, and grow together. 👏
Keep being Bengal Strong, Mr. Pigorsch’s PAWS! 🐅
🐅🧡 Bengal Families… WOW! THANK YOU! 🧡🐅
Our “Day in the Life of a Bengal” Parent-Teacher Conferences were a huge success, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of our Bengal families!
📊 Conference Attendance: 88.78%
📝 Parent Surveys Completed: 102 (Our goal was 100… and you surpassed it!) Your feedback helps guide the future of our Leader in Me & 7 Habits work at CCCMS, and we truly appreciate the time you took to share your thoughts.
🎉 Parent Survey Drawing Winners
Each winner will receive a Family 2026–2027 CCCMS Athletic Pass
🏆 Witten Ricketts
🏆 Mikala Sanneman
Your passes will be ready to claim at the CCCMS Office in the next couple of weeks. Congradulations!
🎟️ Student Prize Drawing Winners
🥪 $10 Subway Gift Card: Camden Meadows
🥤 $10 Short Stop Gift Card: Khyler Oppenheimer
🍦 $10 Simply Scoops Gift Card: Briscoe Lehman
🌿 $10 Happy Hippie Gift Card: Witten Ricketts
🐅 Bengal Punch Card Winners
🍽 “Roar Into Lunch With Your Pride.”
(Sit with friends in a private area 5 times)
• 6th Grade: Zeta Catlin
• 7th Grade: Brayden Speltz
• 8th Grade: Kennedy Shannon
📱 “Roar & Scroll Responsibly”
(Use your phone at 5 lunches)
• 6th Grade: Raylee Loeffler
• 7th Grade: Collin Ruthfuss (6th Grader)
• 8th Grade: Coy Chaffee
🧡🖤 We are so proud of our Bengals and incredibly thankful for families who show up, support our students, and partner with us in preparing them for their futures. Thank you for making “A Day in the Life of a Bengal” such a success! 🐾
🧠📚 Scholars Bowl Tournament Time! 📚🧠
Our 6th–8th Grade Scholars Bowl team is gearing up for their final meet before Spring Break — and it’s the BIG one!
📍 League Tournament
🏫 Clifton-Clyde Middle School
📅 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 4:30 PM Start Time
This larger tournament will feature eight teams battling it out in quick-thinking, fast-paced academic competition. 💡⚡ From history to science to math to pop culture — our Bengals are ready to buzz in and show what they know!
🚌 Important Details:
• Students dismissed from class at 3:15 PM
• Departing CCCMS at 3:30 PM
• Estimated return to Clay Center between 7:00–8:00 PM
Let’s wish our Scholars Bowl team sharp minds, quick reflexes, and confident buzzers as they head into league competition! 🐅🧡🖤
#BengalSmart #ScholarsBowl #BengalStrong
Our 6th–8th Grade Scholars Bowl team is gearing up for their final meet before Spring Break — and it’s the BIG one!
📍 League Tournament
🏫 Clifton-Clyde Middle School
📅 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 4:30 PM Start Time
This larger tournament will feature eight teams battling it out in quick-thinking, fast-paced academic competition. 💡⚡ From history to science to math to pop culture — our Bengals are ready to buzz in and show what they know!
🚌 Important Details:
• Students dismissed from class at 3:15 PM
• Departing CCCMS at 3:30 PM
• Estimated return to Clay Center between 7:00–8:00 PM
Let’s wish our Scholars Bowl team sharp minds, quick reflexes, and confident buzzers as they head into league competition! 🐅🧡🖤
#BengalSmart #ScholarsBowl #BengalStrong
🧂✨ FINAL DROP FROM THE SALT MINES ✨🧂
The last of our Strataca snapshots are in — and this time it’s a mix of ALL our 8th graders enjoying the underground adventure! From tunnel exploring to hands-on history and lots of laughs along the way, this trip was one for the books.
What an awesome day of learning, teamwork, and memory-making 650 feet below the surface! 🧡🏞️
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeMemories #DiggingDeep #That’sAWrap
The last of our Strataca snapshots are in — and this time it’s a mix of ALL our 8th graders enjoying the underground adventure! From tunnel exploring to hands-on history and lots of laughs along the way, this trip was one for the books.
What an awesome day of learning, teamwork, and memory-making 650 feet below the surface! 🧡🏞️
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeMemories #DiggingDeep #That’sAWrap
🧂🚨 MORE SALTY CONTENT ALERT! 🚨🧂
The Strataca pics are still rolling in, and now it’s the boys’ group’s turn to shine! 💥 From underground exploring to hands-on history moments, our 8th graders are making memories way below the surface!
We love seeing all the smiles, teamwork, and adventure from every group.
Stay tuned… we might not be done sharing yet 😉
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeFun #StillDigging
The Strataca pics are still rolling in, and now it’s the boys’ group’s turn to shine! 💥 From underground exploring to hands-on history moments, our 8th graders are making memories way below the surface!
We love seeing all the smiles, teamwork, and adventure from every group.
Stay tuned… we might not be done sharing yet 😉
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeFun #StillDigging
🧂💥 8th graders TAKEOVER the Strataca Salt Mines! Our girls’ group is featured here, but every 8th grader got in on the underground adventure—exploring tunnels, discovering salty history, and making memories that will last a lifetime! 😄🎉
Parents—don’t forget to ask your 8th grader about all the cool things they saw and learned today. Trust us, there’s a lot to talk about! 🏞️💛
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeFun #LearningIsAnAdventure #DiggingDeep
Parents—don’t forget to ask your 8th grader about all the cool things they saw and learned today. Trust us, there’s a lot to talk about! 🏞️💛
#BengalAdventures #StratacaExplorers #8thGradeFun #LearningIsAnAdventure #DiggingDeep
