Clay Center Community Middle School

🏐🧡 BENGAL GAME DAY! 🖤🐾

It’s tournament day, Bengals! Our 7th Grade Lady Bengals are hitting the road this morning and heading to Chapman for a full day of volleyball! 💪🏐

📍 Chapman
⏰ 9:00 AM
🏐 7th Grade Volleyball Tournament

These girls have been putting in the work, and today they get to put it all together on the court. Let’s bring the energy, cheer loud, and show our Lady Bengals some Bengal Family love! 🧡🖤

Good luck, ladies! Play hard. Play together. Have fun. And most importantly… BE THE STANDARD! 🐾🔥

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG. 🧡🖤

#BengalStrong #BeTheStandard #BengalFamily #LadyBengals #Volleyball #GameDay

Can you draw something upside down? Mrs. Argo's 7th grade art class worked on contour line drawing today by recreating an image of a human, only upside down. The goal is to learn to recreate lines rather than the image itself. #Celebrate379

Mr. Walsh's 6th grade science classes modeled remote sensing for resources last week, then used what they learned to extract copper from malachite ore this week.

First, they modeled how remote sensing techniques help discover natural resources and extend our ability to measure, explore, and identify structures underground. Then they analyzed the data they collected, which provided evidence that resources are distributed unevenly on Earth.

In the following lab, 6th graders used acid to extract copper from malachite and examined the wastes produced by this process. #Celebrate379

📚✨ BENGAL STRONG HABITS IN ACTION: ELA TEACHER SPOTLIGHT! ✨📚

If you’ve ever wondered who is responsible for teaching our Bengals how to read between the lines, write something that actually makes sense, argue a point with evidence, and—most importantly—properly use a comma… look no further! 😂

Our ELA teachers do A LOT more than teach English Language Arts. They help students find their voice, discover stories they love, put their thoughts into words, and become stronger readers, writers, thinkers, and communicators. 📝📖

And let's be honest… ELA teachers have a special kind of superpower. They can spot a run-on sentence from across the room, somehow know when you definitely did not read the chapter, and will never stop reminding you that “because I said so” is not sufficient evidence. 😂

We are incredibly lucky to have THREE amazing ELA teachers leading our Bengals! 🧡🖤 They bring their own personalities, passions, creativity, and plenty of patience to the classroom every single day—and our students are better because of them!

So today, we're giving a BIG Bengal shoutout to our ELA Teacher Dream Team! 👏📚

Below is a little look into their world! So you can get to know the people behind the books, essays, grammar lessons, and the “Did you actually read the book?” 👀📖
Mrs. Koster has been teaching 6th grade ELA at CCCMS since 2020. She has a total of 14 years in education. She lives in Clay Center with her husband and 2 children. Mrs. Koster enjoys reading, watching TV, spending time outdoors, and spending time with her family.

Mr. Austin Last is in his third year at CCCMS, and he is proud to be part of this community. He has lived in Clay Center since 5th grade, so this place truly feels like home. Before he found his calling in the classroom, he lived a fast-paced life as a chef, working in several restaurants—including helping to open 15-24 Brewhouse, which was an unforgettable experience. When he is not teaching, you’ll usually find him diving into a good book, experimenting in the kitchen, or on the football field—either watching the game or coaching from the sidelines. Cooking and football fuel his passion, but nothing matters more to him than his family. They’re the heart of everything he does.


Ms. Smith is a first-year teacher at CCCMS. She has been working in schools since 2022, but this is her first year as a teacher. In her free time, Ms. Smith enjoys hobbies like painting, photography, baking, cooking, and other creative outlets. Ms. Smith also likes to travel and has spent time tutoring English language learners in Chad and running summer programs at a community center in Turkey. Her favorite part about teaching is building relationships with the students and watching them grow!

We love our ELA teachers and appreciate everything they do for our students, our school, and our community!

Ms. Mellies' 7th-grade social studies students are learning about Native American history and how they were affected by the Indian Removal Act. Today, they watched a short video about the Trail of Tears, then read different sources about this period to gain different perspectives. #Celebrate379

🏈🐯 BENGAL STRONG HABITS IN ACTION: 8TH GRADE FOOTBALL! 🐯🏈

The 8th Grade Bengal Football team is off to a great start, and if their first game was any indication, this group is going to be FUN to watch! 🔥

Their season opener against Abilene was a nail-biter, with the Bengals having a chance to pull out the win in the final few plays. While they came up just short, they showed something that matters even more than the scoreboard—they play together. 💪

Coach Roberts shared that this team is constantly building each other up, playing with a positive attitude, and understanding that everyone has a part to play in the success of the team. That's what Bengal Strong looks like! 🧡🖤

And they're not doing it alone! Leading the Bengals this season are Coach Roberts, Coach Last, Coach Pigorsch, and Coach Beardsley!

🔥 NOW IT'S TIME TO BRING THAT ENERGY HOME! 🔥

You can catch the 8th Grade Bengals IN ACTION TODAY for their FIRST HOME GAME OF THE SEASON as they take on Concordia at the MAC!

🏈 7th Grade kicks things off at 4:30 PM
🏈 8th Grade follows

Come fill the stands, make some noise, and show these guys what it means to have the Bengal Family behind them! 📣🐯

Let's go, Bengals! Hit hard. Play together. Lift each other up. And BELIEVE! 🧡🖤

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG.

#BengalStrong #BengalFootball #8thGradeFootball #BengalFamily #GameDay #GoBengals 🐯🏈🧡🖤

🐯🧡🖤 IT’S GAME DAY, BENGAL FAMILY! 🖤🧡🐯

TODAY is the day! Our Bengals are ready for their FIRST HOME GAMES OF THE SEASON, and we are bringing ALL the Bengal energy! 🔥

We’ve got a full afternoon of Bengal action happening around Clay Center:

🏃 CROSS COUNTRY
📍 Fort Riley Invitational – Milford State Park
⏰ 4:30 PM

🏐 VOLLEYBALL
🆚 Concordia
📍 HOME
⏰ 4:30 PM
7th Grade – District Gym
8th Grade – CCCMS Gym

🏈 FOOTBALL
🆚 Concordia
📍 HOME
⏰ 4:30 PM
7th Grade followed by 8th Grade

Whether you're in the gym, along the sidelines, or cheering from afar, let’s show our Bengals how loud the Bengal Family can be! 🧡🖤

📣 Pack the gyms. Fill the stands. Make some noise.
These are the moments that make being a Bengal so much fun!

🐯 ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG.

#BengalStrong #BengalFamily #GameDay #GoBengals #OneTeamOneFamily

🚨 VOLLEYBALL GAME DAY UPDATE! 🚨🏐

We just received word of a couple GAME DAY CHANGES, Bengals! 🧡🖤

⏰ NEW START TIME: 4:00 PM
🏐 BOTH 7TH & 8TH GRADE B TEAMS will be playing!
📍 Solomon

We apologize for any confusion and appreciate everyone rolling with the last-minute changes! Sometimes the schedule likes to keep us on our toes. 😅

Now that we’ve got the update—let’s go, Lady Bengals! 🐾🔥

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG.
#BengalStrong #BeTheStandard #LadyBengals #GameDay

🏐🧡 GAME DAY, BENGALS! 🧡🏐

It’s time to hit the court! Our 7th Grade Lady Bengals are back in action today as they take on Wakefield & Solomon!

📍 @ Solomon
⏰ 4:30 PM
🏐 7th Grade B/C Team ONLY

It’s a location change, but the goal stays the same—PLAY HARD. PLAY TOGETHER. BE THE STANDARD. 🐾🔥

Let’s bring that Bengal Strong energy to Solomon and cheer on our girls! 🧡🖤

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG.
#BengalStrong #BeTheStandard #LadyBengals #GameDay #OneTeamOneFamily

🏐🧡 IT’S GAMEDAY, BENGALS! 🖤🐾

Today is a BIG one as our 8th Grade Lady Bengals take the court for their first home matches of the season! 🙌🔥

After putting in the work, these girls are ready to bring the energy, compete, and show what BENGAL STRONG looks like on their home court! 💪🏐

🗓️ TODAY — SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 CCCMS Gym • District Gym • CCCHS Gym
🏐 8th Grade Round Robin Tournament

Let’s get behind these Lady Bengals as they start their home-court season! Bring the Bengal spirit, bring the energy, and get ready for some volleyball! 🧡🖤

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG.
🐾 #BengalStrong #BeTheStandard #LadyBengals #BengalVolleyball

After learning about potential, transferred, and transformed energy, Mrs. Pfizenmaier's science class put their learning to the test by creating their own marble roller coasters! #Celebrate379

🧡🖤 BENGAL FAMILIES — ENJOY THE LONG WEEKEND! 🖤🧡

Just a friendly reminder that there is NO SCHOOL this Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Take the extra day to relax, recharge, spend some time together, and enjoy a little break from the school routine. We’ll be ready to get back at it on Tuesday, September 8th!

Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend, Bengals! 🐾🧡🖤

Be safe. Have fun. Enjoy the break!
#BengalStrong #BeTheStandard #CCCMSBengals #LaborDayWeekend

6th Grade Band: Let the Music Begin! #Celebrate379

🐾🖤 BENGAL STRONG HABITS IN ACTION SPOTLIGHT! 🖤🐾

We are kicking off our first Bengal Strong Habits in Action Spotlight of the school year, and we couldn’t think of a better PAWS class to start with! 🎉

Let’s hear it for MRS. ARGO’S PAWS CLASS! 👏🐾 These Bengals are bringing their own unique personality, teamwork, and competitive spirit to PAWS—and we are excited to shine the spotlight on them!

Mrs. Argo’s PAWS class may be a quiet bunch, but don’t let their calm demeanor fool you—they love a good competition! They especially enjoy taking on other groups in PAWS Challenges, and they have some seriously skilled Spoons players, too!

Their team mascot is a stuffed fish named Pablo, which is why they proudly call themselves Pablo’s Posse. Don’t be surprised if Pablo makes an appearance at our challenges. He’ll be there to “cheer” on the team and show his support for Pablo’s Posse!

🐟🔥 PABLO’S POSSE, WE SEE YOU! 🔥🐟

Quiet? Maybe.
Competitive? ABSOLUTELY. 😎
Spoons skills? Apparently LEGIT. 🥄😂

We can’t wait to see what Pablo’s Posse brings to this year’s PAWS Challenges. Keep an eye out for Pablo, cheer on this awesome group, and help us celebrate Mrs. Argo’s PAWS Class—the very first Bengal Strong Habits in Action Spotlight of the year! 🐾🖤🧡

Way to represent, Pablo’s Posse! 👏🐟
#BengalStrong #StrongHabitsInAction #PAWS #PablosPosse #BeTheStandard

🏐🧡 BENGAL STRONG HABITS IN ACTION: 8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL 🧡🏐

Today, we’re putting the spotlight on our 8th Grade Lady Bengals! 🐾

These girls have been putting in the work, learning to play as a team, pushing each other, and building the confidence that comes from knowing you’ve prepared for the moment. 💪🏐

Today they take that hard work to the court in Abilene at 4:30 PM, ready to serve it up, battle for every point, chase down every ball, and keep the energy high from the first serve to the final whistle!

And then it’s back home on Saturday, September 5th at 9:00 AM for the Bengal Round Robin Home Tournament!

This group is learning that volleyball is about more than just getting the ball over the net. It’s about communication, trust, hustle, resilience, and having your teammate’s back—the kind of qualities that make a team stronger.

From big serves and smart sets to tough digs, strong swings, long rallies, and those “WE’VE GOT THIS!” moments, these Lady Bengals are showing what it looks like to put those Bengal Strong Habits into action. 🔥

8th Grade Volleyball — keep working, keep competing, keep believing in each other.

🐾 STRONG HABITS. STRONG TEAM. BENGAL STRONG. 🧡🏐

🐾 BENGAL SPORTS ARE BACK! 🧡🖤

Today marks the start of a VERY exciting Bengal sports season! Our athletes are ready to hit the road, represent Clay Center, and get this year of competition underway! 🚍🐾

Here’s where you can find our Bengals TODAY — Thursday, September 3rd:

🏃 CROSS COUNTRY
📍 Concordia Invitational
📍 Concordia Golf & Wellness
⏰ 9:00 AM

🏐 VOLLEYBALL @ ABILENE
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 7th Grade — 1020 NW 8th Street, Abilene
📍 8th Grade — Abilene Middle School

🏈 FOOTBALL @ ABILENE
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 7th Grade followed by 8th Grade

🔥 A QUICK WEATHER REMINDER:
It’s HOT out there, Bengal fans! If you’re heading out to support our athletes, drink plenty of water, stay hydrated, dress for the heat, and be weather aware. Kansas weather likes to keep us on our toes! ☀️😅

Let’s get this sports year started with Bengal Pride, Bengal Energy, and Bengal Strong support! 🧡🖤

Good luck to all of our athletes competing today!
🐾 ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. BENGAL STRONG. 🐾

LET’S GO, BENGALS! 🐯🧡🖤

🚨 9/2 BENGAL FOOTBALL UPDATE — AGAIN! 🏈☀️

Well… Kansas weather has decided it’s not quite done calling the shots. 🥵🌡️ Due to the extreme forecasted heat, the Middle School Football games vs. Abilene have been moved back for a SECOND time.

📍 AT ABILENE

🕖 7th Grade — 7:00 PM
🕣 8th Grade — Approximately 8:30 PM

We know this has been a moving target, and we truly appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility as we work to keep our athletes safe in the heat. We will continue to monitor conditions and make adjustments as needed.

🔥 Because apparently, in Kansas, even the weather likes to change the game plan!

If any other changes occur, we will keep our Bengal Family updated. 🐾🧡

Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll see you Thursday at Abilene!

REGATTA RACE! Mrs. Pfizenmaier's CCCMS STEAM class and Mr. Roberts' CCCHS science classes put their creativity, engineering skills, and teamwork to the test at the Clay Center Aquatic Pool today during their Cardboard Boat Regatta! Students designed boats using only cardboard and duct tape. As you can see, the results were mixed! #Celebrate379

Do you know what a participle is? If not, ask new ELA teacher Ms. Smith's 8th graders, as they learned all about them today! #Celebrate