🌟🐅 Good Luck to our Orange Team competing today at Abilene Cowboy Stadium, 922 N Walnut St, Abilene! 🏟️✨ Get hyped because it's track meet day! 🎉 All students on the Orange Team will be dismissed from class at 1 PM and will be heading out by 1:15 PM. 📅 Here’s the game plan: - Pole Vault, Javelin, Long Jump: 3:00 PM ⏰ - Remaining Field Events: 3:30 PM ⏰ - 3200m Race: 4:00 PM ⏰ - Remaining Running Events: 5:00 PM or after most field events wrap up 🏋️♂️ Just a reminder! All throwing events (shot put, discus, and javelin) will take place at the AHS Practice Field, which is conveniently located just one block north of the stadium. 🚗✨ For those athletes riding home with parents: Make sure to check in with the coach and sign out by using the sign-out sheet after your events. You’re free to go once you’ve finished competing! Good luck, Bengals! Let’s show them what we’re made of! 💪🧡🖤
Live Results Link: https://live.reddirtrunning.com/meets/48336
#LikeAChampion #GoBengals #TrackMeetDay #OrangeTeamStrong
🎉 Huge shoutout to all our amazing 3rd Quarter 8th Grade PAWS Recognition recipients! 🌟 Your hard work with attendance and grades is truly inspiring—keep shining, you all ROCK! 🙌🧡🖤 #LikeAChampion #Pawsitivity #HardWorkPaysOff #YouGotThis
🎉 Huge shoutout to all our amazing 3rd Quarter 7th Grade PAWS Recognition recipients! 🌟 Your hard work with attendance and grades is truly inspiring—keep shining, you all ROCK! 🙌🧡🖤 #LikeAChampion #Pawsitivity #HardWorkPaysOff #YouGotThis
🎉 Huge shoutout to all our amazing 3rd Quarter 6th Grade PAWS Recognition recipients! 🌟 Your hard work with attendance and grades is truly inspiring—keep shining, you all ROCK! 🙌🧡🖤 #LikeAChampion #Pawsitivity #HardWorkPaysOff #YouGotThis
Today is National School Library Appreciation Day! #celebrate379
✨ So proud of our incredible Scholars Bowl team and our fantastic coaches! 🎉 They brought home a 3rd place finish at NCKL in Fort Riley last night. What a spectacular way to wrap up their season! 🏅👏 #LikeAChampion #ScholarsBowl #ProudMoment #TeamSpirit
🚨✨Scholars Bowl NCKL Alert! 🚨✨ Wishing our amazing Bengals the best of luck today! 🐅💪 Our Scholars Bowl team is gearing up to hit the road at 2:30 PM to take on the NCKL Scholars Bowl Meet in Fort Riley! Let’s show them what we’re made of, Bengals! You've got this! 🌟🏆 #LikeAChampion #ScholarsBowl #NCKLBengals #TeamSpirit
Congratulations Mrs. Koster! #celebrate379
🎉✨ Big news, everyone! Last night, our incredible Scholars Bowl team clinched 1st place at Blue Valley (Randolph)! 🏆👏 We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication! But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Tomorrow, they’ll be heading to NCKL in Fort Riley. They'll be dismissed from class at 2:15 PM and be hitting the road by 2:30 PM. The meet kicks off at 4:30 PM! Let’s cheer them on! GO TEAM! 🚀💪 #LikeAChampion #ScholarsBowl #GoTeam
🌟 Happy National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating the incredible team of paraprofessionals here at CCCMS! 🙌✨ They are the unsung heroes making a difference in the lives of our students every day. 💪💖 Let's shine the spotlight on these amazing individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes. Check out a glimpse into their inspiring journeys and discover what makes them so special! 👏📚 #LikeAChampion #ParaprofessionalAppreciation #TeamCCCMS #HeroesUnmasked
Denise Beutler moved to Clay Center 20 years ago and began working for USD 379 at that time. She is in her 9th year as a Para at CCCMS. She and her husband have 3 grown children, 3 in-law kids, and 6 precious grandchildren.
Nicole Kennison relocated to Clay Center from Colorado in 2010. She began her career in 2016 as a paraprofessional for USD 379. Nicole is the mother of three sons—AJ, who is currently a junior; Marcus, a freshman; and RJ, who is in the seventh grade. She enjoys spending time with her boys and her significant other, Brian. On the weekends, you can find her working at The Rex.
Shaylee Simnitt has worked for USD379 for 7 years. She is married to Wade Simnitt. They have one child together. She is currently in school to be a K-6 teacher.
Sally Chestnut is in her seventh year working at CCCMS as a para. She is married to a farmer, has three grown daughters, and one granddaughter, Charlotte.
Shannon Appleby has worked for USD 379 for 4 years. She was previously
in the medical field for 30 years. She is married to Corey Appleby and is a mother of 5, Kade, Vance, Abby, Ian, and Johanna Appleby. And a grandmother of 6. She and her family like to go camping. Two of her boys are into demolition derby.
Kelly Stewart has recently moved back into the community with her husband and 3 kids. This is her first year as a para at CCCMS, and she loves it.
Amy Ziolkowski recently moved to Clay Center in February with her family. Mom of 1 boy and 1 girl- her kids keep her very busy. She has been a para for 14 years, previously working at Beloit. Grew up on the farm near Jewell. Their school colors were orange and black (seemed obvious for her to work here). So far, everyone has been super helpful and inviting at CCCMS.
Thank you all for everything you do for our students and our community! You are seen!!
Wednesday, April 2nd announcement- due to flooding in the southern part of the county, country bus routes in those areas will be delayed. All students on those bus routes will not be counted as tardy for their arrival, they will be excused.
The USD 379 Bus Barn has started a bus behavior campaign for the second semester. Each driver nominates a regular rider who exemplifies good behavior and shows respect for both the driver and the other passengers. All nominees were put in a hat, and one name was drawn as March's winner. That student is Wyatt from CCCMS! His driver is Ruth Mayo. Wyatt received gift certificates donated by Ray's Apple Market and Happy Hippie Studios. #celebrate379
🌟🎶 Exciting news, everyone! 🎶🌟 Join us tonight at 7 PM in the CCCMS Commons to experience the incredible Bengal Choir performance! You won't want to miss this! 💖✨ #BengalChoir #LivePerformance #CommunityVibes
✨ Wishing our Scholars Bowl team the best of luck today at Blue Valley! 🌟 They’ll be dismissed at 2:45 and hit the road from CCCMS at 3 pm. Let’s show them what we’ve got! 🙌💪 #LikeAChampion #ScholarsBowl #TeamSpirit
🌟 This week, we're thrilled to shine the spotlight on our incredible "Like A Champion" Pillar of Leadership award winner: the amazing Ms. Nicole Kennison! 🎉✨ Nicole truly embodies the spirit of a champion with her win-win mentality and exceptional ability to create synergy. 🙌 Whether it's stepping up to drive a bus full of students to a scholars bowl meet at the last minute or managing the concession stands, she jumps in without a second thought. Her willingness to lend a hand is truly inspiring! 🙏💖 Let's give it up for Nicole and all the fantastic work she does! 👏👏 #LikeAChampion #WinWin
✨ Get Ready for Next Week at CCCMS! Here’s a sneak peek of all the exciting things coming your way! 🌟 #CCCMS #NextWeek #StayTuned
Ever heard of the term "Mantissa"? After today, Mr. Sleichter's 8th grade math students have! It is the number with absolute value equal to or greater than 1 and less than 10 (yeah, you didn't know!). They were using it in conjunction with the Scientific Notation. #celebrate379
🎉 Exciting News, Everyone! 🎉 Today’s the day! Join us at 5:30 PM for our Monthly PEP Meeting! 🙌 Everyone is invited—can’t wait to see you all there! Let’s make it an amazing gathering! 💫 #LikeAChampion #PEPMeeting #CommunityVibes
🌟✨ It’s time to shine the Bengal Spotlight on our FINAL PAWS class of the year: Mr. Walsh’s amazing crew! 🎉 Every morning from 8:10 to 8:30 AM, our PAWS classes come together for a vibrant 20-minute kickstart. With about 12-15 enthusiastic 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, this is where the magic happens! 🧠💪 Throughout the week, students get organized, deep dive into Social-Emotional Learning exercises, engage in dynamic classroom discussions, challenge each other in epic sports showdowns, and keep track of their grades and progress. Oh, and we definitely make time for some fun! 😄 Check out Mr. Walsh's PAWS class in this pic! They may be the last, but they’re definitely not least! 🧡🖤🐾 #LikeAChampion #BengalSpotlight #PAWSClass #StudentLife #BengalsUnite
CCCMS Students & Families -
Quick Updates from CCCMS:
1. Early Dismissal - School will dismiss today at 11:45 am. A food service sack lunch will be available to students who sign up on Friday morning.
We hope everyone has a relaxing and safe spring break! We will see everyone on Monday, March 24th!
2. Parent-Teacher Conferences - Thanks for everyone's attendance and participation in your student's IPS (Individual Plan of Study) conference, and for visiting with teachers. Our parent/family attendance was excellent! Thanks again. As always, please reach out to any of your student's teachers if you have any questions or concerns related to grades, behavior, or academic progress.
3. 3rd Quarter Grades - The 3rd Quarter ends on Friday, March 14th. Please encourage your student to check his/her grades, and be certain they have all their assignments, projects, and other work turned in before leaving for spring break.
4. After School Pick-up - With the huge snow piles behind us, (hopefully), please pick your student up on 9th Street after school, and reserve the parking lot for bus traffic only after school. We appreciate everyone's help with this.
5. Yearbook Order Forms - This week your student was given a 2024-25 Yearbook Order form. The yearbook, which includes Clay Center grades PK-8th, is available for sale. ($22) If you need additional order forms, have your student swing by the office to pick one up. Order forms are due back to CCCMS by March 28th.
Thanks again for your continued support of your student, and CCCMS! We appreciate the opportunity to be involved in the education of your student.
Have a great spring break!
Thanks,
Keith Hoffman
CCCMS Principal
