Ms. McIntyre’s 8th grade ELA and Advanced English classes welcomed a very special guest to the classroom this week. Kenny W. Keith of Starnes, Davis, & Florie LLP of Birmingham dedicated her time and litigation expertise to judge mock trials and sharpen students’ persuasive skills. ELA students have been working diligently to craft argumentative essays and mock trial presentations to closely examine the narrator in Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart.”

Join us at the City of Clay Fall Festival!

Looking for some autumn fun? Come out and celebrate with our community on October 24th! This is a FREE event, so bring your family and friends to check out great local businesses, support the community, and pick up some tasty candy!

Be sure to stop by and visit the CCMS JR HOSA booth while you're there!

Date: Saturday, October 24th

Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: CCHS Football Stadium (aka Thunderdome)

Admission: Free!

We can't wait to see you there!

Bus Safety Tips from CCMS

Safety on the school bus is very important. Please review these simple rules with your student to keep everyone safe.

At the Bus Stop

* Arrive at the stop five minutes early.
* Stand back at least three big steps from the curb.
* Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before moving toward it.

On the Bus

* Sit down quickly and face forward.
* Keep the aisle clear of backpacks and feet.
* Talk quietly so the driver can focus on the road.
* Keep your hands, arms, and head inside the windows.

Leaving the Bus

* Wait for the bus to stop completely before standing up.
* Use the handrail when getting off.
* Look both ways before crossing the street.
* Never walk behind the bus.

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe every day.

Friendly reminder that Picture Day is Tuesday, October 20.

COUGAR SHOUT-OUT! It’s time to celebrate excellence at CCMS! This week, we’re recognizing Joshua Parker (6th Grade) and Mrs. Hope Peebles for making a positive impact on our Cougar family! As Assistant Principal Mrs. Davis shared, Joshua demonstrates Cougar PRIDE through academic excellence, respectful behavior, and accountability, even when no one is watching! Mrs. Peebles was recognized for her outstanding dedication, her ability to connect with students, and the genuine care she brings to the classroom each day. Congratulations to both of our honorees! Thank you for showing what makes CCMS such a special place to learn and grow! Cougar PRIDE looks good on you!

Congratulations to the captains of the game tonight vs Pitziz! Go Cougars!!!!

Congratulations to the undefeated 7th grade Metro Champions CCMS Cougars finishing the season with a 8-0 record by defeating Bumpus Middle 14-8! Go Cougars!

Congratulations to these 6th graders for making the Newcomb team!

Meet your CCMS 7th Grade Metro Championship Captains! #5 Brandon Todd | #57 KD Alexander | #1 Si Thomas | #3 JJ Jones Our Cougars are ready to battle Bumpus for the championship title! Let’s bring it home! Go Cougars!

Standing up for each other makes us stronger together!

This #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth, remember to choose empathy, lend a helping hand, and lead with compassion.

BE KIND | BE RESPECTFUL

#AntiBullyingMonth #BeKind #ChooseKindness #InclusionMatters

Building Robots, Coding Futures! Mrs. Jones’ Robotics Team had a busy day putting their STEM skills to work! From coding to building robots, these Cougars are learning teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation through hands-on experiences. Big ideas start with young minds!

Learning Never Tasted So Good Ms. Bryant’s Family and Consumer Sciences students put their cooking skills to the test by making delicious waffles! From the kitchen to the plate, these Cougars are learning valuable life skills, one waffle at a time! Who’s ready for breakfast?

It's that time again! Yearbook photos will be take on Tuesday, October, 20! Cougars, come dressed to impress and ready to show off those smiles!

Happy National Principals Month to our very own Mr. Jason Wilson! Cougar Family, help us celebrate Mr. Wilson! Drop a kind word or message of appreciation below! Thank you for all you do for CCMS!

It’s a Busy Week at CCMS! There’s plenty happening in Cougar Country this week! Tuesday, our 6th Grade Band hits the road! Wednesday, we’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Night at CCHS from 5–7 PM, while our 7th Grade Cougars battle Bumpus Middle for the Metro Championship at 6 PM! Thursday, our 8th Grade Cougars take on Pizitz Middle at 6 PM, with a special halftime performance by our CCMS Band! We’re also celebrating National School Lunch Week and recognizing our amazing cafeteria staff! Let’s show up, cheer loud, and make it another great week in Cougar Country! #CCMSCougars #CougarPride #ClayChalkvilleMiddle

Happy #NationalSchoolLunchWeek!
A huge SHOUTOUT to our amazing school nutrition heroes! Thank you! You keep our schools running strong!
How are you celebrating #NSLW this week? Drop a comment below with your favorite school lunch memory or a quick note of thanks for our cafeteria staff!

FUTURE HEALTHCARE HEROES IN TRAINING AT CCMS! Our first nine weeks at CCMS Hospital have been filled with creativity, hands-on learning, and a little something sweet! Who knew you could build a heart out of candy or use boba drinks to explain blood circulation? Our Health Science students did just that while exploring the cardiovascular system, learning medical terminology, and applying science and math in creative ways! From edible labs to practicing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) procedures, our students have been learning by doing! We even dressed for success during Professional Dress Day, giving our future healthcare professionals a glimpse into the professional world! COUGAR NATION, HERE’S A CHALLENGE! Ask a CCMS Health Science student what “cardi” means or how blood flows through the heart. You might be surprised by what they can teach YOU! At CCMS Hospital, we don’t just study the HEART. We lead with HEART! And we’re just getting started! #BigClay #CCMSHospital #HealthScience #LeadingWithHEART

BIG DISCOVERIES ARE HAPPENING IN 7TH GRADE SCIENCE AT CCMS! What happens when you place gummy bears in different liquids? And what does an amoeba look like under a microscope? Just ask Mrs. Hall’s 7th grade scientists! Our young scientists have been busy putting their curiosity to the test! Through hands-on experiments, students explored how different liquids affect gummy bears, making observations and discovering how science explains changes in everyday objects. But the discoveries didn’t stop there! Students also got an up-close look at amoebas under the microscope, exploring a microscopic world that can’t be seen with the naked eye! Who knew gummy bears and microscopic organisms could make science so exciting? At Clay-Chalkville Middle School, learning goes beyond textbooks. It’s about asking questions, making discoveries, and experiencing science firsthand. Great job, Mrs. Hall and our future scientists! Keep exploring, questioning, and discovering! #CCMSCougars #ScienceInAction #HandsOnLearning #CougarPride

A ROYAL NIGHT TO REMEMBER AT CCMS! The music was playing, the dance floor was moving, and the smiles were EVERYWHERE! Our Royal Gala Homecoming Dance was filled with laughter, dancing, friendship, and unforgettable memories! Our Cougars came dressed to impress and ready to have a great time! From the first song to the final dance, one thing was certain: A TIME WAS HAD! Thank you to everyone who helped make this special evening possible! COUGAR NATION, WE WANT TO KNOW! What was your favorite part of the Royal Gala? One night. Countless smiles. Memories fit for royalty! #BigClay #CougarPride #CCMSHomecoming #RoyalGala

DISNEY MAGIC TOOK OVER COUGAR COUNTRY! Who needs a trip to Disney World when the magic comes right to Clay-Chalkville Middle School? Thursday’s Homecoming Week celebration turned our hallways into a world of imagination, laughter, and unforgettable characters! We had Mickey Mouse, Princess Tiana, Pumbaa from The Lion King, Spider-Man, and even a unicorn! And let’s not forget all the Minnie Mouse ears, polka dots, and creative outfits that brought our Disney-inspired day to life! Our students and staff understood the assignment, and the results were nothing short of magical! From superheroes to princesses and everything in between, our Cougars reminded us that a little creativity and a whole lot of school spirit can make an ordinary Thursday extraordinary! COUGAR NATION, NOW IT’S YOUR TURN! If you could bring ANY Disney character to CCMS for a day, who would it be? Take a look at our magical Cougars and tell us which character made you smile! At CCMS, we don’t just make memories. We make a little magic along the way! #BigClay #CougarPride #CCMSHomecoming #DisneyDay