🌟 Hey, Bengals Nation! 🌟 Today is a big day for our CCCMS family! 🎉 First up, we’re sending all the good vibes to our incredible spellers competing in the District Spelling Bee this morning at 9:30 AM. 📚✨ But that’s not all! Our Scholars Bowl team is heading to Manhattan to show off their skills at Luckey, and our awesome Boys Basketball teams are ready to hit the court right here at home against Marysville! 🏀🔥 🕒 Here’s the game lineup: - 7th Grade: 'A' team tips off at 4:30 PM, followed by the 'B' team shortly after. - 8th Grade: 'A' team also starts at 4:30 PM, with the 'B' team to follow at the CCCMS Gym. 💵 Admission is just $4 for adults and $2 for students, but guess what? Bengals get in FREE! 🙌 Let's pack the stands and show our support! Good luck to all our teams today—let’s bring home some victories! 💙🐅 #LikeAChampion #BengalsPride #CCCMS #SpellingBee #GoBengals
USD 379 will be closed on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025. No school or activities.
Today, we’re thrilled to highlight our Encore Teachers in the Bengal Spotlight Featured Department! We are fortunate to have an incredible team of educators who inspire our students through lessons in cooking, sewing, healthy eating, fitness, typing, woodworking, and other essential life skills that empower them to become successful adults. Let’s take a closer look at these dedicated individuals. Marsha Argo boasts over 30 years of experience in education, having taught at Lincoln, Longford, Wakefield, Garfield, and CCCMS. Originally from Clay Center, where much of her family still resides, Marsha is married and has two sons. A passionate K-State fan, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, along with her hobbies of traveling, drawing, and cooking. Emilie Roe has been part of the CCCMS team for the past two years. As the Physical Education teacher and assistant coach for both 8th-grade volleyball and 7th-grade basketball, she also serves as the head coach for Girls track. Originally from Herington, Kansas, Emilie attended Fort Hays State University and has called Clay Center home ever since. She’s set to get married this summer, and when she isn't planning her wedding or teaching, she enjoys walks, crocheting, and spending time with her two cats. Brad Conner, who hails from the sandhills of Nebraska, began his teaching career in Clay Center. With over 30 years of experience, he has taught subjects such as Drafting, CAD, architecture, and woodworking. Additionally, he has coached high school basketball, tennis, middle school volleyball, wrestling, and track. Brad is married and has two daughters, and he enjoys working in the shop, spending time with family, and watching sports. Brandon Pfizenmaier, a lifelong Clay County resident and a graduate of the local high school, furthered his education at the University of Nebraska Kearney, where he wrestled and earned his Bachelor's degree in Construction Management. After returning to Clay County, he married and has four wonderful children. Brandon has been teaching Construction Technology for five years, where he has the unique opportunity to guide students in building a house. We would also like to extend our appreciation to Garrett Craig, Ian Lane, and Traci McDonald. Thank you all for the tremendous impact you have on our students!
CCCMS Board of Education Report for February, 2025
🌟✨ Shoutout to our "Like a Champion" Call of the Day: Ashlynn Hovland! 🎉👏 Ashlynn has been an absolute rockstar in Art Class, lending her support to an ELL student. Without anyone asking her, she stepped up to listen to instructions and guide her classmate through the process. Mrs. Argo is beyond grateful for Ashlynn's kindness and dedication! We’re so fortunate to have such a caring and enthusiastic student at CCCMS. Keep shining and embodying those seven habits, Ashlynn! 💖🙌 #LikeAChampion #StudentSpotlight #CCCMS
This week, we are thrilled to present the "Like a Champion" Pillar of Leadership award to Mr. Brandon Pigorsch! Mr. Pigorsch embodies the essence of all seven leadership habits, but one shines particularly bright: Habit 5 — Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood. He places a tremendous emphasis on truly hearing others, valuing their perspectives, and respecting their emotions. His patience is unmatched, far surpassing that of most of us here at CCCMS. The way he remains composed in even the most stressful situations is nothing short of remarkable. Brandon consistently creates a space where people feel heard, celebrated, and encouraged to embrace their true selves. If only we had more individuals like him in the world, it would undoubtedly be a much better place. We are truly lucky to have him as part of our community.
🌟✨ Wishing our Bengals athletes the best of luck today! 💪🐾 Our incredible Lady Bengals are off to Eskridge, while our Boys are ready to dominate right here at HOME! 🏠💙 📍 Wrestling Meet Location: Mission Valley Junior High, 12913 Mission Valley Road, Eskridge. Watch out for fierce competition from Burlingame, Chase County, Herington, Mission Valley, Rock Creek, Wabaunsee, Wamego, and West Franklin! 🎉 Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for K-12 students—sorry, no passes accepted! Meanwhile, our Boys are gearing up to face Wamego at home! 🏀🔥 Here’s the game schedule: 🏅 8th Grade: A team tips off at 4:30, followed by the B team 10 minutes after the first game ends. 🏅 7th Grade: A team tips off at 4:30, and the B team plays 10 minutes after! Admission prices are $4 for adults, $2 for students, and guess what? All Bengals get in for FREE! 🙌 So rally up and come support your classmates! Let’s go, Bengals! 💪💙 #LikeAChampion #BengalsPride #GameDayEnergy
🌟 Exciting day ahead for our amazing Lady Bengal Wrestlers and our talented 7th Grade Boys Basketball team! 💪✨ Tomorrow morning, our fierce Lady Bengals will be hitting the mats at Junction City Middle School, while our boys will take on the competition at Fort Riley. 🏀🤼♀️ Both events kick off at 9 AM! Let’s show them all the support we can—good luck, Bengals! 🐅 #LikeAChampion
🌟🎉 Check out this week’s Bengal Spotlight, where we’re shining the light on Mr. Last’s incredible PAWS class! 🎉🌟 Mr. Last’s class is all about energy, excitement, and endless fun! 🚀 Every day is a new adventure as these amazing students infuse creativity and enthusiasm into their learning experience. They uplift and support one another, building a positive and inclusive atmosphere that’s bursting with laughter and teamwork! 🤗✨ In this awesome space, everyone feels valued and motivated to tackle challenges head-on! 💪 Whether they’re diving into PAWS activities, enjoying games, or just chatting about life, they make sure to kick off their days with a bang! And just a fun little tidbit—no body doubles were harmed in the making of this epic "Awkward Family" photo! 😅😂🤣 Keep shining, PAWS family!
🌟 Game Day Alert! 🌟 Wishing our amazing Bengal Athletes the best of luck today! 🏀 Our Boys Basketball team is hitting the road to face off against the Longhorns in Abilene! Join us as the 7th Graders tip off at 4:30 PM at Abilene Middle School (500 N.W. 14th Street) and the 8th Graders kick off at the same time at Eisenhower Elementary (1101 N. Vine). Tickets are just $4 for adults and $2 for students (K-12). Let’s go, Boys! 💪 And don’t miss your chance to catch our phenomenal Lady Wrestlers in action! 🤼♀️ Matches start at 4 PM in the CCCMS Gym, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this! Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for students, but great news for our Bengals: FREE admission for all students! 🎉 Let’s show our support and cheer on our amazing athletes! Good luck, Ladies! 💖🏆 #BengalStrong #GameDay #SupportYourTeam #LikeAChampion
Just a reminder that it's Spirit Week leading up to the big game this Sunday! 🙌 Today was all about "Things of Three," and it was epic! Can't wait to see what tomorrow has in store! Let's keep the energy high! 🏈💖 #SpiritWeek #GameDayExcitement #GoodVibesOnly
Today, our "Like a Champion" Call of the Day goes to Malek Chaffee! Malek demonstrated great teamwork by assisting his classmates with their assignments and generously sharing his snacks with everyone. Great job, Malek, on exemplifying collaboration!
Congratulations to our top 11 participants from the CCCMS Spelling Bee! They will be representing CCCMS at the District Spelling Bee on February 13th. A special shoutout to DJ Borgerding for securing the runner-up position and to Morgan Green for her fantastic 1st-place finish in today’s Spelling Bee! Great job, everyone!
Best of luck to the Bengals today! Our Boys' Basketball team will be competing at Fort Riley Middle School, which is located at 4022 1st Division Road, Fort Riley, KS 66442. The admission fees are $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for students.
6th graders in Mr. Walsh's science classes completed two modeling labs for their Weather Unit. They demonstrated how icebergs react to cool and warm ocean currents. The second lab demonstrated how freshwater and saltwater mix. These labs help the students better understand how ocean currents affect climate.
February 3-7 is National School Counseling Week! Its purpose is to recognize the important role school counselors play in helping students succeed in school and plan for their future.
Thank you, Mr. Brummet, for your dedication to CCCMS!
We invite you to come and cheer on our 8th Grade Boys Basketball teams as they take part in their HOME tournament tomorrow morning at 9 AM. The teams competing include Clay Center, Concordia, Wamego, and Chapman. The 8th Grade “A” team will be playing in the CCCMS Gym, while the 8th Grade “B” team will be competing in the District Gym. Admission fees are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Don't forget to stop by the CCCMS Commons Area where a full concession stand will be available. We hope to see you there to support our players!
Best of luck to the Lady Bengals as they compete on the mats today in Marysville! The event will take place at Marysville Junior/Senior High School, located at 1011 Walnut St., Marysville, KS 66508. Participating schools include Marysville, Clay Center, Concordia, Fort Riley, Nemaha Central, Rock Creek, Rossville, Royal Valley, Sabetha, and Wamego. The competition will begin at 4:00 PM, and admission fees are $4 for adults and $2 for students.
Today’s "Like a Champion" Call of the Day spotlights Dianna Haines! She is being recognized by Mr. Sleichter for her amazing act of kindness. Dianna paused her own work to assist fellow students with their IXL math lessons. Without being asked, she helped them grasp the concepts, and in the process, she also deepened her own understanding of the material. Mr. Sleichter believes that’s a true Win-Win situation! An interesting fact about Dianna is that she loves to draw! The image shared is her favorite piece of artwork. Great job, Dianna!!!
Today, we would like to Spotlight our incredible Girls Wrestling team! This talented group of young women is truly dedicating themselves to the sport, pouring their passion into every practice and match. Many of the team members are new to wrestling, and they are making remarkable progress every day. They are guided by our dedicated coaches: Alisha Brownell, Craig Rickley, and James Gordon. If you haven't had the opportunity to watch them compete yet, they will be on the mats today in Marysville—don’t miss out! Mark your calendars for their home meet on February 6th; it’s an event you won’t want to miss!
