Clay-Chalkville Middle School

BUILDING BIG IDEAS, ONE DESIGN AT A TIME AT CCMS! Who says middle schoolers can’t think like engineers? In Mrs. Jones’ STEM Robotics class, part of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, students are turning creativity into construction and ideas into reality! From designing structures to building intricate models, our young innovators are exploring the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through hands-on learning. But there’s more happening here than building! Students are developing critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering skills that prepare them for future careers. At Clay-Chalkville Middle School, we’re not just teaching students about the future. We’re giving them opportunities to build it! Take a look at these impressive student creations! COUGAR NATION, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you could challenge our young engineers to build anything, what would it be? Let’s show Mrs. Jones and her students some love for bringing innovation to life at CCMS! #BigClay #CCMS #STEMEducation #CareerTechEducation #FutureEngineers

10 days ago, Kina Phillips

solar powered robot with a girl kneeling

ONE LAST HOME GAME. ONE MORE NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS. ONE COUGAR FAMILY! Cougar Nation, this Thursday is more than just football. It’s a night of school spirit, celebration, and memories in the making! Our 8th Grade Clay-Chalkville Middle School Cougars will take on Pizitz Middle School in their FINAL HOME GAME before moving on to high school! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 | 6:00 PM CCMS COUGARS vs. PIZITZ MIDDLE SCHOOL From the strength of BRICK CITY to the speed of NASCAR FAST, the precision of AIR FORCE, and the lockdown defense of the NO FLY ZONE, our Cougars are ready to leave it all on the field! AND THE EXCITEMENT DOESN’T STOP AT FOOTBALL! Our very own CCMS Band will take the field for a special HALFTIME PERFORMANCE! Come support our talented student musicians as they bring the sound of Cougar pride to the stadium! For our 8th graders, this game marks the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. From their first days as middle schoolers to their final home game as Cougars, these students have grown, competed, performed, and created memories that will last long after the final whistle. COUGAR NATION, LET’S PACK THE STANDS! Parents, teachers, students, alumni, and community supporters, come dressed in your navy blue and white! Let’s give our 8th graders a home-game sendoff they’ll never forget! Drop a GO COUGARS in the comments and help us celebrate our student-athletes and musicians! ONCE A COUGAR, ALWAYS A COUGAR! #BigClay #CougarPride #CCMSFootball #CCMSBand

10 days ago, Kina Phillips

Football players wearing white jerseys with navy blue numbers NASCAR Fast

Football players wearing white jerseys and navy blue numbers saying AirForce

football players wearing white jerseys and navy blue numbers that says Brick City

Football players wearing white jerseys and navy blue writing that says no fly zone

THE SOUND OF EXCELLENCE IS COMING FROM COUGAR COUNTRY! Clay-Chalkville Middle School has something worth making some noise about! We are proud to celebrate 10 talented Cougar musicians who earned recognition in the 2026 Jefferson County Middle School All-County Band! Six students were selected, and four were named alternates! From clarinets and trumpets to trombones and tubas, these young musicians are proving that hard work, dedication, and a passion for music can create something extraordinary! Being recognized among talented musicians across Jefferson County is an accomplishment worth celebrating. These students represent the excellence, discipline, and Cougar pride that make CCMS special. To our students, congratulations! Your commitment to your craft is music to our ears. We also extend our appreciation to our band director and families for supporting these young musicians. COUGAR NATION, LET’S HEAR IT FOR OUR ALL-COUNTY BAND STUDENTS! Drop a congratulatory message below and help us give these outstanding musicians the standing ovation they deserves. #CougarPride #BigClay #CCMS #AllCountyBand

10 days ago, Kina Phillips

blue and white image names the band members that qualified

ONE GAME. ONE GOAL. ONE CHAMPIONSHIP!

COUGAR NATION, IT’S CHAMPIONSHIP TIME!

Our Clay-Chalkville Middle School 7th Grade Cougars are headed into battle with their eyes on the CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY!

From the offensive line holding it down to the defensive backs locking it up, every position has played a part in getting these young men to this moment. Now it’s time to finish what they started!

CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWDOWN
Wednesday, October 14
CCMS Cougars vs. Bragg Middle School
Kickoff: 6:00 PM

We need Cougar Nation to SHOW UP, SHOW OUT, and bring that Cougar Pride! Let’s fill the stands with navy blue and white and cheer these young athletes on as they fight to bring that trophy HOME!

THE MISSION: BRING HOME THE HARDWARE!

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. ONE COUGAR NATION!

#CCMSCougars #CougarPride #ChampionshipBound #CougarNation

11 days ago, Kina Phillips

Players with navy shirt and white numbers called gorilla gang

Players wearing navy blue jerseys and white numbers called Walla Magic

The Great Wall with four players in jerseys

Football players wearing navy jerseys with white numbers saying Airshow

Thunder and Lightning number 8 and number 0

White Out Wednesday consisted of a pep rally, musical chairs, knights with pool noodles and cups, and head-shoulders, knees-POM games!
Go Cougars!

12 days ago, Kina Phillips

Group wearing jeans and white tees with all eyes on us in blue writing

Group of women wearing white shirts standing by a fence

Two men sitting in chairs with a police officer

Boy dressed in red with a pool noodle and cup

BIG WIN FOR THE COUGARS!

Huge congratulations to the CCMS Cougars 7th Grade Boys Football Team on an impressive 30-8 victory over Hewitt-Trussville!

With that win, the boys are officially headed to the Metro Tournament Finals this Wednesday!

Pack the stands and bring the energy! Come support our team as we face off against Bumpus Middle(Hoover) for the championship trophy:

Where: The Thunderdome
When: Wednesday
Time: 6pm
Goal: Bring home the Trophy!

Let’s show up big and make some noise! Go Cougars!

#CCMSCougars #CougarNation #MetroFinalsBound #ChampionshipBound #MiddleSchoolFootball

12 days ago, Kina Phillips

Football players in navy blue jersey and white numbers "Congratulation to the CCMS COugars 7th grade boys football team headed to the Metro Finals"

CCMS Jr. HOSA Week | November 2–6, 2026! Leading with HEART! Clay-Chalkville Middle School is excited to celebrate HOSA Week! Our Jr. HOSA members are bringing healthcare awareness, leadership, kindness, and community service to our school! Throughout the week, we have some exciting activities planned! Community Food Drive: Donate nonperishable food items to help support families in our community. Healthcare Career Showcase: Explore exciting healthcare careers and discover the professionals who help keep our communities healthy! Daily Healthcare Trivia: Think you know healthcare? Put your knowledge to the test for a chance to win prizes! A Special Surprise for Someone Special! We have something planned to recognize a very special person who makes a difference at CCMS! Who could it be? 🤫 Stay tuned! Jr. HOSA Spirit Week: Spreading Kindness One Day at a Time! Make a Teacher Smile Monday | Nov. 2: Show appreciation to our amazing teachers and administrators! Jr. HOSA members will wear navy blue collared shirts and khakis. Take Charge Tuesday | Nov. 3: It’s Schoolwide Professional Dress Day! Dress for success and show the confidence of a future leader! Words of Wisdom Wednesday | Nov. 4: Share encouraging advice with our sixth graders to help them succeed in middle school! Throwback Times Thursday | Nov. 5: Share a positive memory that makes you smile! Let’s celebrate the moments that bring us joy. Friend in Me Friday | Nov. 6: Celebrate friendship by sharing kind words, writing an encouraging note, or reminding someone how much they matter! At CCMS, we believe leadership isn’t just about holding a title. It’s about showing compassion, encouraging others, serving our community, and making a difference! We’re not just introducing students to healthcare careers. We’re planting seeds for the next generation of healthcare professionals and compassionate leaders! CCMS Jr. HOSA: Leading with HEART! Let’s make this a week filled with kindness, learning, laughter, and Cougar Pride! #CCMS #JrHOSA #HOSAWeek2026 #LeadingWithHEART #CougarPride #FutureHealthcareProfessionals #LeadershipThroughService

12 days ago, Kina Phillips

Join the PTA and support your CCMS students!

https://aptg.co/jjkcQG

12 days ago, Kina Phillips

It’s not too late to join our new PTA (Parent Teacher Association)! Joining the PTA is an awesome way to support your student and our school community. We need your help to build a strong and successful organization, so please consider getting involved! See the attached files for more information.

If you would like to join the CCMS PTA:

~Print and complete the attached form, or pick up a printed application in the CCMS front office.
~ Place the completed form and your $10 check in a sealed envelope.
~Drop off the envelope at our main office, or send it with your child to turn in at the office.

Thank you for your support, and GO COUGARS!

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¡Aún no es tarde para unirse a nuestro nuevo programa de la PTA (Asociación de Padres y Profesores)! Ser parte de la PTA es una excelente manera de apoyar a su estudiante y a nuestra comunidad escolar. Necesitamos su ayuda para construir una organización fuerte y exitosa, ¡así que los invitamos a participar! Consulte los archivos adjuntos para obtener más información.

Si desea unirse a la PTA de CCMS:

~Imprima y complete el formulario adjunto, o recoja una solicitud impresa en la oficina principal de CCMS.
~Coloque el formulario completado y su cheque de $10 en un sobre sellado.
~ Deje el sobre en la oficina principal o envíelo con su hijo(a) para que lo entregue en la oficina.

¡Muchas gracias por su apoyo y VAMOS COUGARS!

Click links below for the form (Haga clic en el enlace de abajo):

https://aptg.co/jjkcQG

12 days ago, Kina Phillips

Female parent is shaking hands with a teacher. Both pictures are in spanish and english informing parents to join the PTA by sending $10 check in a sealed envelope with PTA form.

Hey JEFCOED Family! 👋 This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 9, 2026) is an E-Learning Day for students, and that schools will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 for Columbus Day. We hope you enjoy your long weekend!

13 days ago, JEFCOED

Graphic is a reminder that JEFCOED schools will be closed Oct. 9 and Oct. 12 for an E-Learning Day and Columbus Day.

TROPICAL ADVENTURE AT CCMS

On Tuesday, we took you to the islands… or maybe the beach… or better yet, the CCMS Tropics!

Who says October has to feel like fall? At CCMS, leis, coconuts, bright colors, tropical shirts, and palm trees are definitely a thing in OCTOBER!

Our Cougars brought the island vibes to campus and turned Day 2 of Homecoming Week into our very own tropical getaway.

Check out some of the fun from Tropical Adventure Tuesday!

#CCMS #CougarPride #HomecomingWeek #TropicalAdventure #CCMSTropics

15 days ago, Kina Phillips

Group of teachers taking pictures in tropical wear

Lady dressed as a shark and hugging two girls

Girl wearing multiple bright colors and lei

Principal in blue palm tree shirt and student wearing lei

SPACE RANGERS vs. COWBOYS & COWGIRLS!

CCMS kicked off Homecoming Week with a little Wild West meets Outer Space!

From cowboy hats and boots to Space Rangers ready for takeoff, our Cougars definitely understood the assignment!

We loved seeing our students and staff show their creativity, school spirit, and Cougar pride.

Check out some of our favorite looks from Monday’s Space Rangers vs. Cowboys & Cowgirls Day!

And this was only DAY ONE…

#CCMS #CougarPride #HomecomingWeek #SpaceRangersVsCowboys #CCMSCougars

15 days ago, Kina Phillips

Woman carrying a darth Vader purse and black shirt.

Young lady wearing pink cowgirl hat with hanging gems

Two girls wearing headbands with wiggle eyes

Teachers wearing blue and white cowgirl outfit

Teacher wearing white shirt with green aliens

Teacher in cafeteria with students wearing space ranger

Nurse Avery wearing all white cowgirl outfit

🏈🐾 HOMECOMING, COUGAR NATION! 🐾🏈

The lights are getting brighter, the Cougar Pride is getting LOUDER, and Homecoming 2026 is almost here!

Our 7th and 8th Grade Cougars are ready to hit the field and DEFEND THE CRIB as they take on Hewitt-Trussville! 🔥

This is more than a game. It’s ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. Come out, fill the stands, bring the energy, and show our student-athletes what Clay-Chalkville Cougar Pride looks like! 🐾💙

And a special shoutout to our 2026 team captains for leading the way with discipline, toughness, leadership, and heart! 👏🏾🏈

📣 Cougar Nation, are you ready for HOMECOMING?!

Drop a 💙🐾 in the comments if you’ll be cheering for the Cougars!

#CCMSCougars #CougarPride #Homecoming2026 #DefendTheCrib #OneTeamOneFamily #CCMSFootball

15 days ago, Kina Phillips

Alt text: Two Clay-Chalkville Middle School 2026 Homecoming football graphics featuring the 7th and 8th grade Cougar teams. Players are pictured in navy and white uniforms under stadium lights with Cougar imagery. The graphics promote the Homecoming matchup against Hewitt-Trussville and highlight team captains, Cougar Pride, teamwork, discipline, and school spirit.

Celebrated annually on October 6th, this day honors the mentors, trainers, and leaders who guide athletes at all levels—from volunteer youth leagues to professional sports—and help shape character both on and off the field. Thanks Cougar Coaches for all the great things you do!

Go Cougars!!!!!!

Tell a Coach or mentor thank you below!

15 days ago, Kina Phillips

It is homecoming time, Cougar family! Come support the Middle school teams as the 7th graders take on Hewitt-Trussville Huskies in the 2026 Homecoming Semifinals! Both teams entering the field undefeated and the winner continues to the finals!
8th grade team will follow after the 7th grade game.

We will be announcing the Royal Court 2026-2027 before the kickoff so be early.

15 days ago, Kina Phillips

4 football players in navy jerseys with white writing standing in the stadium.

SHOUT-OUT TIME: SEPTEMBER PERFECT ATTENDANCE!

Way to go! A huge round of applause to everyone who achieved Perfect Attendance** for the week of **Sept 28 – Oct 2!

Showing up every single day ready to learn, lead, and grow takes dedication and effort. Your commitment sets the tone for a fantastic school year!

Why attendance matters:

* Staying on top of your goals
* Building strong habits with your peers
* Making every day count!

Let's keep this awesome momentum going right through October! Drop a 👏 or 🎉 in the comments to give our September Attendance Champions the applause they deserve!

#PerfectAttendance #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess #EveryDayCounts #SchoolPride #SeptemberShoutOut

16 days ago, Kina Phillips

Perfect attendence winners for the month of September shown with certificates.

ANNOUNCING YOUR 2026–2027 JR. HOSA OFFICER TEAM!

Please join us in celebrating and congratulating the newly elected student leaders for the upcoming school year! These Future Health Professionals have shown dedication, passion, and a commitment to leading our chapter to new heights.

Advisor: Dr. Kina Phillips

16 days ago, Kina Phillips

Blue Background. Clay- Chalkville Middle School Jr HOSA officer President Kendall Paige Vice President Fallon Randall Secetary Markenya Terry Treaser Romello Ivy Parliamentarian London Pruitt Historian Antonio Cunningham 8th grade Ambassador Carmen Blakely Social Media Coordinator Jayden Chappell Digital Media Coordinator Barelyn Hatcher Reporter Ah'Nyjah Moore

Help nourish student success! 🥪🍎 ESS Alabama is hiring School Food Service Workers for Jefferson County Schools.   

-$15/hour  
-7:00 AM – 1:30 PM  
-School-based position  
-Make a difference every day!   

📝Apply today at ess.com or 📲text "JCS CNP" to 225-592-1700.

17 days ago, JEFCOED

ESS and Jefferson County Schools, We Are Hiring School Food Service Workers, $15 an hour, 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM, School-based position. Apply now at ess.com or text "JCS CNP" to 225-592-1700.

Germs, you have been evicted!

Students in Mrs. Bryant's Family and Consumer Sciences class got hands-on while learning the RIGHT way to wash those hands!
Soap up, scrub ALL surfaces (including nails}, sing the happy birthday song, rinse, and walk away COUGAR clean! #CCMS #CougarPride #FACS

17 days ago, Kina Phillips

Pair of hands after handwashing without germs.

Girl at the sink in a white tee and jeans washing her hands.

Girls are washing thier hands with blacklight to demonstrate proper handwashing.

CCMS Shout Out: Ms. Wright's 7th Grade Accelerated Math Class

17 days ago, Kina Phillips