Columbus Middle School

🎉 Congratulations to our November 4-8 Students of the Week! 🎉 7th Grade ⭐️The 7 Silver Student of the Week is Lena. Lena is always engaged in her education. She goes above and beyond and is very responsible. Lena is trustworthy and a leader for her peers. Thank you for shining bright in our 7 Silver classrooms! Thank you, Lena! ⭐️This Maroon 7 Student of the Week consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, diligently catches up on missed assignments, actively seeks help when needed, and puts forth genuine effort in all of his classes. Congratulations Eduardo!

🎉 Congratulations to our November 4-8 Students of the Week! 🎉 6th Grade ⭐️Our 6 Silver Student of the Week is Kamdyn. Kamdyn brings a positive energy and a constant willingness to help to our 6th-grade classrooms. Each day, she arrives with kindness and a determined attitude ready to work. We truly value her dedication to giving her best effort and working hard every day. Keep shining bright, Kamdyn! ⭐️Our 6 Maroon Student of the Week Katelyn! Her exceptional work ethic, kindness, and quiet leadership make her a standout member of our class. She is always willing to listen to other people's opinion and is always respectful when hearning someone else's point of view. Her classwork is always finished and done well. She is an amazing, positive, and kind demeanor every single day- even when concepts are harder. We are so happy and lucky to have her on our 6-Maroon Team! Congrats Katelyn.

🎉 Congratulations to our November 4-8 Students of the Week! 🎉 5th Grade ⭐️The 5th grade Silver student of the week is Kruz. Kruz is very quiet but does what is asked of her right away. She helps other classmates when they're not sure on something. She is always quick to make a joke with her classmates and teachers. She truly is bright spot for the Silver Team!! Way to go, Kruz! ⭐️Heily is doing an amazing job at improving her English skills. She works very hard and puts in a lot of effort every day. Heily is also super helpful with her classmates, always ready to lend a hand. Her dedication and kindness make her a fantastic friend and student in our class. We’re so proud of Heily!

Last Tuesday Jay Martin the DIrector of School Safety & Security for NDE was here in Columbus talking to students and parents about building a better digital culture. He has put together an online 4 part Digital Parent Academy. Follow this link to view Part 1 Digital Wisdom Framework - Platform Pressures. https://youtu.be/rnxR8NF1JNE?si=2o04-kKVDCFK05wT

This week, Mrs. Schwebach's science students tackled the big question: "What does light provide to plants to help them grow?" 🌿 Using infrared thermometers, heat lamps, radiometers, and calculators, they investigated the essential role of light and energy in plant growth. From discovering how heat impacts plants to measuring light intensity, our young scientists came up with fascinating ideas on how light supports plant life. 🌱✨

🇺🇸 Thank You to Our Troops! Our 6th graders have been busy creating cards to show their appreciation for American servicemen and women. Great job, students, and thank you to all who serve!

Students in Mrs. Magg's 5th grade math class, practiced place value using hands-on manipulatives today!

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 28-November 1 Students of the Week! 🎉 6th Grade ⭐️Jerson (not pictured) is an incredibly hard-working student who has shown remarkable growth in his English skills! His teachers are so proud of the progress he’s made and the commitment he shows to doing his best every day. It’s clear how much effort he puts into all of his work. ¡Sigue con el fantástico trabajo, Jerson! ⭐️Logan is a quiet leader in the classroom, but will consistently want to do well. He brings a sense of calm when others are unsure of themselves. We is always completing his work and helping others when needed. Congratulations Logan!

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 28-November 1 Students of the Week! 🎉 8th Grade ⭐️This student is such a bright light to have in class. He always shows up with the biggest smile and works incredibly well with any of his classmates! He has been working so hard and has been keeping up with all of his grades which is fantastic we love to see it! Keep up the great work we are so proud of you. Congratulations to the 8 Silver student of the week Isaac. ⭐️Our 8 maroon student of the week is a fabulous hard working student who is always kind to everyone and someone her teachers and classmates can depend on. Keep being awesome! Congrats to our 8 maroon student of the week Olivia.

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 28-November 1 Students of the Week! 🎉 7th Grade ⭐️The 7 Silver Student of the Week is Jai. Jai is a good independent worker, and he always gets everything done on time. He is friendly and helpful with a fun personality that adds to our positive classroom environments. Jai is a bright shining light for our 7 Silver team. We are proud of you, Jai! ⭐️This 7th-grade Maroon student consistently exemplifies dedication and focus, inspiring her peers through her unwavering commitment to staying on task. Her quiet leadership and collaborative spirit create a positive atmosphere in group settings, making her a valued team member. Congratulations, Aylin (not pictured).

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 28-November 1 Students of the Week! 🎉 5th Grade ⭐️The 5th grade Silver Student of the Week, Logan, is the kind of student who promptly attends to his responsibilities. A quiet leader, he prefers to work behind the scenes rather than seek the spotlight. When faced with a challenge, Logan steps forward to find a solution. His kindness and caring nature shine brightly, making him a true gem among us. We are truly fortunate to have you on the team, Logan! Thank you for being a radiant star in the 5th grade Silver! ⭐️Beckett is the 5 Maroon Student of the Week. Beckett's enthusiasm for learning is evident; he actively participates, and asks meaningful questions. He is also very insightful and helps the students around him develop a deeper understanding of content. Great job, Beckett!

🌧️🎃 Wacky Wednesday Fun in Mrs. Schwebach's Advisory! 🎃🌧️ On this rainy October 30th, Mrs. Schwebach's Advisory class turned pumpkins into both creative canvases and engineering practice! Students painted and built with pumpkins, adding some festive, hands-on learning to the day. 🎨🎃 We even enjoyed a playlist of music from different holidays to keep the creative vibes flowing!

IT IS TIME! It is time for the 7th grade language arts classes to go on Percy's Quest! Be on the lookout for "The Lightning Thief" at your house! Ask your seventh grader which god they would choose to be!

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 21-25 Students of the Week! 🎉 8th Grade ⭐️This student is such a kind soul. She is always coming to class with a smile and is always respectful to every body, teachers and peers. She works great with any student in class and is always willing to help anyone in need. Thanks for all you do, keep up the great work! Congratulations to this week's Silver student of the week Kylie! ⭐️This student is goofy, likeable, and charismatic. He brings joy to all of his classrooms. He is always a willing and egar participant in whatever is going on. He is a fantastic worker and kind to his peers. Thank you for all you do. Congratulations to this week's Maroon student of the week Cooper!

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 21-25 Students of the Week! 🎉 ⭐️The 7 Silver Student of the Week is Noah. Noah is always engaged in his education. He has a great personality and is always patient with his teachers and peers. Noah is a good leader in the classroom. He sparkles brightly every day for the 7 Silver Team. Congratulations, Noah. ⭐️Allan is the 7 Maroon Student of the Week. He is determined to excel in his classes, demonstrating perseverance even in challenging situations. He asks insightful questions that show his engagement and curiosity.

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 21-25 Students of the Week! 🎉 6th Grade ⭐️Karli is an incredible student who always shows responsibility and hard work in everything she does! She stays focused and quiet during class, making it easier for everyone to learn. When she finishes her work, she’s great at finding something productive to do. Her kindness shines through in how she treats her classmates. Keep being awesome, Karli! ⭐️Alma is great student who is very hard-working and will advocate for herself and others if she needs to. We have appreciated her help with translating and just jumping into help students who are still learning English! She is a remarkable artist and we are so lucky to have her on our 6 Maroon Team! Congrats Alma!

🎉 Congratulations to our Oct. 21-25 Students of the Week! 🎉 5th Grade ⭐️Doran exemplifies the ideal student, eagerly embracing directions with enthusiasm. He treats his classmates with utmost respect, and his calm demeanor consistently draws attention. A remarkable role model and an adventurous spirit at heart, Doran truly stands out. Hats off to you, Doran! Class 5 Silver is fortunate to have you as a shining presence! ⭐️Oscar is a great student who always finishes his work on time. He follows directions the first time and participates in class discussions. Oscar is polite and kind to everyone, making the classroom a friendly place to learn. His positive attitude and hard work set a good example for his classmates!

📣 The CMS Musical Theater Department was thrilled to bring an exciting workshop to our school, led by Broadway artist Elizabeth Earley! 🎭✨ As proud members of the Nebraska Theater Academy, we had the unique opportunity to welcome a professional Broadway performer right here at CMS. Students enjoyed a dynamic 60-minute session of musical theater dance, learning a fun routine to a musical theater selection. Elizabeth Earley also shared valuable insights into how students can pursue similar opportunities in the future. It was an inspiring and unforgettable experience! 🌟

🎉 A big THANK YOU to the Columbus Middle School Student Council for hosting an amazing 8th Grade Activity Night on October 18th! We all had a blast! 🎉 ⭐️ Next up: ⭐️ 📅 7th Grade: November 22 📅 6th Grade: January 31 📅 5th Grade: April 4 We can't wait for more fun ahead!

Our next Discoverer Den date is this Friday, October 25th! The Discoverer Den is the school store operated by the CMS Student Council. CMS students can purchase many different items such as candy, school supplies, small toys, and Discoverer Gear using "Discoverer Bucks." Students earn Discoverer Bucks by being Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Kind. The line is always really long with students who are excited to spend their hard-earned Discoverer Bucks! If you are interested in supporting the Discoverer Den with donations, please reach out to Ms. Harms or Ms. Nilson.