🎉✨ 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
🚨 Attention, everyone! Just a quick heads-up: track practice will be wrapping up early today at 4:30 PM. Make sure to adjust your plans! Please have students picked up by 4:45 pm Thank you🏃♂️💨 #TrackUpdate #PracticeTime
🎉 Today’s “Like a Champion” shoutout goes to the amazing Trent Knitter! 🙌 Before school even started, Trent took it upon himself to help a new student feel welcome by giving them a tour and introducing them to the teachers. Talk about stepping up as a positive role model! 🌟 And during class, he showed true friendship by lending his agenda to a classmate who forgot theirs at home. Not only is Trent a fantastic classmate, but he’s also an incredible friend! Keep shining, Trent! 🏆💪 #LikeAChampion #RoleModel #FriendshipGoals
🌟 Hey everyone! Just a quick heads up: Tomorrow, Friday, March 14th, we’ll be wrapping up the 3rd Quarter with an early dismissal at 11:45 AM. Don’t forget! 📅✨ #LikeAChampion #EarlyDismissal #QuarterEnd
Mr. Kalivoda's 7th grade science classes are in the middle of a control experiment involving grass seed. They made two cups, both with grass seed, soil, and the same amount of water. Each group decided on an independent variable (coffee grounds, acid rain, magnets, etc.) in the second cup to see how it affected the dependent variable (grass seed). Mr. Kalivoda will water over while students are gone next week, so they should see some results when they come back from break! #celebrate379
Mrs. Koster's 6th graders are in the middle of reading The Watsons Go To Birmingham, which is one of the top young adult novels out there. After reading a portion of the book, she had students get up and answer discussion questions that were posted around the room. #celebrate379
🌟 Exciting news, everyone! 📚✨ Yearbook order forms are heading home this week! Don’t miss your chance to capture all those amazing memories! 💖📸 #LikeAChampion #ColorOurMemories #YearbookFun #CaptureTheMoments
Mrs. McDonald's F.A.C.S. classes do make meals throughout the year, but first there is prep work that must be done. The day before, they are given a budget and then must decide not only what they are going to make but also how much it will cost. They search items on raysapplemarkets.com and make sure they are under budget. Real-world experience opportunities galore! #celebrate379
CCCMS March Board of Education Report #celebrate379
