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May 24, 2025 · Columbia Middle School🎓 Congratulations to the CMS 8th Grade Class of 2025 and future senior class of 2029! 🎓 We are incredibly proud of eac...
🎓 Congratulations to the CMS 8th Grade Class of 2025 and future senior class of 2029! 🎓
We are incredibly proud of each of you as you finish this chapter and prepare to take flight into high school and beyond. Your hard work, growth, and resilience have brought you to this moment, and your future is full of possibility.
Remember this:
“A bird on a branch is never afraid, because its trust is not in the branch, but in its own wings.”
You’ve built those wings here at CMS — now it’s time to soar.
🦅 We are Eagles. Never forget where you came from, and always believe in where you’re going.
Best of luck in everything that lies ahead. You’ve got this! 💙 #ourcmsstory
May 22, 2025 · Columbia Middle SchoolDear 8th Grade Families, Yay! The big day is finally here, and we are so excited to celebrate this special milestone wit...
Dear 8th Grade Families,
Yay! The big day is finally here, and we are so excited to celebrate this special milestone with our 8th graders and their families!
A few important reminders to help the morning go smoothly:
🚗 Parking: Due to limited space, we kindly ask families to carpool when possible and park behind Columbia Middle School. Once that lot is full, please park across the street and carefully walk over. After the ceremony, please move your vehicles promptly so our students can safely enjoy their lunch recess.
⏰ Doors open at 9:00 AM, and the ceremony will begin promptly at 9:30 AM. Students should wear their new 8th grade t-shirt, which they received today.
🎉 Guests: All family and friends are welcome to attend! Please note that the gym fills up quickly, so we ask that you do not save seats. To ensure everyone can enjoy the ceremony, please refrain from bringing large items like balloons, posters, noise makers, or “fatheads” that could block others’ views.
👫 CMS Siblings: Siblings at CMS will be called down to join you at 9:15 AM. If they will be leaving with you after the ceremony, please remember to sign them out in the front office.
📸 Photos: To help us smoothly transition back to classes, we ask that you take photos outside the building after the ceremony, rather than remaining in the gym.
🎓 End of Year: After the ceremony, 8th graders are officially finished with school and will not return next week. Congratulations to them on reaching this exciting milestone—and happy (early) summer to our newest graduates!
We are so proud of our 8th grade students and can’t wait to celebrate with you. Thank you for your support and for helping make this a joyful and respectful event for all.
See you tomorrow!
Sincerely,
Dawn Mueller
Principal, Columbia Middle SchoolMay 21, 2025 · Columbia Middle SchoolCongratulations! We’ve officially reached our MAP testing goal of 80% of the school achieving growth on at least one of...
Congratulations! We’ve officially reached our MAP testing goal of 80% of the school achieving growth on at least one of their assessments! To celebrate, we’re having an Electronics Day tomorrow!📱🎮
Students can enjoy their devices in the gym/cafeteria during the morning and at lunch.
📢 A couple of reminders:
No pictures or videos should be taken.
No posting on social mediaMay 20, 2025 · Columbia Middle School🎉 Fun Day is TOMORROW for CMS 5th–7th graders! 🎉 We’re so excited for a day full of games, fun, and memories! Please h...
🎉 Fun Day is TOMORROW for CMS 5th–7th graders! 🎉
We’re so excited for a day full of games, fun, and memories! Please help your student come prepared with:
✅ A refillable water bottle
✅ A towel to sit on the pavement
✅ Sunscreen
✅ Socks for the obstacle course bounce house
✅ And a positive attitude! 😄
A BIG thank you to the Columbia PTA for making this awesome event possible! 💙💛
Let’s make it a great day, CMS! 💥
~ Mrs. Mueller, CMS Principal
May 19, 2025 · Columbia Middle SchoolA huge THANK YOU to the incredible parents and community members who took time out of their busy schedules to share thei...
A huge THANK YOU to the incredible parents and community members who took time out of their busy schedules to share their careers and experiences with our 8th grade students at CMS Career Day! 👏
From healthcare to law enforcement, real estate to the military, entrepreneurship to manufacturing, our students were inspired by your stories and insights. Because of your generosity, they were able to see the many exciting paths that lie ahead.
Special thanks to:
💉 Staci Trexler – Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
🙏 Jamey Bridges – Pastor and Coach
🚓 CPD Chief Donjon & EMT
🏡 Angie Laskowski – Real Estate Agent
💻 Eric Castelli – Software Business Owner
📊 Shawn Scheidt – Accountant
🎖️ Matthew Cerminn – First Sergeant, US Army
🏭 Marc Garcia – Director of Manufacturing
🛍️ Ashlee Gaither – Entrepreneur/Business Owner
🎯 Josh Green – Regional Sales Manager, Boston Scientific
Your time, passion, and support made this day unforgettable for our students. We are grateful to be part of such a supportive and engaged community! 💙 #ourcmsstory
#CMSCareerDay #FutureReady #CommunitySupport #ThankYou- May 19, 2025 · Columbia Middle School
📣 Reminder: Zoo Trip Tomorrow! 🦁🐒🐧 We're excited for tomorrow's zoo trip to celebrate the 82% of students who have e...
📣 Reminder: Zoo Trip Tomorrow! 🦁🐒🐧
We're excited for tomorrow's zoo trip to celebrate the 82% of students who have earned zero disciplinary referrals for the entire year! Here are a few important reminders for students and families:
🧺 Bring a lunch or money to purchase lunch at the zoo.
👟 Dress for the weather and remember that school dress code still applies.
📱 Phones will be allowed, but students are responsible for their use.
🚌 All students attending must ride the bus to and from the zoo.
Students not attending the trip are still expected to attend school and participate in educational activities.
If a parent chooses to keep their child home, please remember to call the school office. These absences will be counted.
As long as the zoo remains open, we plan to go rain or shine! Let’s make it a great day! 🐯 
May 16, 2025 · Columbia Middle SchoolOur 5th Graders learned a lot about good decision-making and substance abuse awareness through our D.A.R.E. program and...
Our 5th Graders learned a lot about good decision-making and substance abuse awareness through our D.A.R.E. program and from our awesome SRO, Officer McWhorter. They graduated from the program on Thursday and celebrated with popcicles and a visit from a K-9 officer and his police dog! #ourcmsstory
May 16, 2025 · Columbia Middle School🎓💙 One of our favorite traditions! Today, the seniors took their final walk through the halls of CMS. Our current stud...
🎓💙 One of our favorite traditions! Today, the seniors took their final walk through the halls of CMS. Our current students and staff lined the halls, cheering them on as they made their way through, celebrating how far they’ve come and all that lies ahead. To the Class of 2025 — we are so proud of you. As you spread your wings and soar beyond your Eagle nest, know that your CMS family will always be cheering you on. Fly high and chase your dreams! 🦅✨ #OnceAnEagleAlwaysAnEagle #CMSProud #ClassOf2025
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