Columbus Middle School

Week of October 14th Students of the Week 6th Grade ⭐Carter is a fantastic student who really stands out in our class! He works super hard and takes responsibility for his grades, showing he really cares about his success. Plus, he follows all the school rules, setting a great example for everyone around him. It’s awesome to see how dedicated and positive he is every day! Way to be a Discoverer! ⭐We are excited to announce Michael as our 6 Maroon Student of the Week! Michael is a great role model to show other students what dedication and hard work look like. He consistently goes above and beyond in his efforts. His inquisitive nature and willingness to assist his peers make him a valuable member of our community. Congratulations, Michael—your contributions do not go unnoticed! "

Week of October 14th Students of the Week 5th Grade ⭐Ariana is a true leader in our class. She is always ready to help others and often asks how she can assist in the classroom. Ariana makes sure to finish her work on time, showing how responsible she is. Her helpful and caring attitude makes her a great classmate. Keep up the great work! ⭐Tayea is an excellent student and role model! She loves to participate in school and is so organized when keeping track of her homework assignments. She is one of the sweetest people I have ever met and is extremely respectful to all of her peers and teachers. She consistently follows school rules and we are so lucky to have her on the silver team this year!

🎉 Our students celebrated the end of the quarter in style by spending their hard-earned Discoverer Bucks during WIN time! They had a blast choosing between exciting games of dodgeball or enjoying some fun and strategy with board games.

Thank you, Ms. Haynes for all that you do for Columbus Middle School! #godiscoverers #proudtobeCMS #wearyourmaroonproudly #ilovepublicschools

CMS Student Council is proud to announce our Q1 North Star Winners: Ms. Betz, Ms. Ditter, Ms. Hughes, & Mr. Sims! We are now accepting nominations for Q2! Anyone (Student, Parent, or Staff Member) may complete a nomination. Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/PH12McRpfcPpLEsR7

📢 Last Chance to Order Your 2024-2025 Yearbook at the Low Price of $21! 📢 Don't miss out! After October 18th, Josten's will return to the original price of $26. The best way to guarantee your yearbook is to pre-order now! Order today and capture all the memories from this amazing school year! 🎓📸 https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1058958/Columbus-Middle-School/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF6AYdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTKw5Ew0vJfpYHY46Kx7DxbcsHC5oYUZBVjpORzOAMO8eJRvciIMZpdZcQ_aem_D9uyQAMT2m784_Z5v_sLOg

8th Grade Activity Night will be Friday, October 18th from 5:30-7:30. Admission is $3.00 or a donation of 2 canned food items. Students must have their CMS ID to enter. Parents, if you are willing to help supervise or donate snacks, water, or pizza money please contact Ms. Nilson or Ms. Harms.

🎤 Join Us for the CMS Talent Show Tonight! 🎤 📅 When: Tonight at 7 PM 📍 Where: Columbus Middle School 💰 Admission: $3 for Students $5 for Adults C-Stamp Passes and Staff Badges are accepted 🍪 Don't forget to stop by the Bake Sale! (Cash only) Come support our talented students and enjoy a night of fun and entertainment! See you there! 🎶🎭

🌟 Congratulations to Our 1st Quarter Students of the Quarter! 🌟 Your teachers are beyond proud of the hard work, dedication, and effort you've put in. Keep pushing forward and setting a great example for everyone around you! 👏 Let's give a big round of applause for this outstanding achievement!

🎶🥁 CMS Drumline Visits Centennial Elementary! 🥁🎶 The Columbus Middle School Drumline made a special appearance at Centennial Elementary yesterday, performing during their assembly! Great job, CMS Drumline, for sharing your passion for music with the younger students!

✨Staff Spotlight✨ Heidi Luebbe is a School Social Worker who has worked in the district for 12 years and is now teaching a vaping intervention class. Before CPS she attended UNK and KU. She now has 3 children and her favorite part of teaching is working with teachers and families and linking them with their resources. 🏫😄

Please join us for an insightful presentation by Jay Martin, Nebraska Department of Education's School Safety & Security Director! Jay will share his expertise on the challenges that digital platforms, apps, and social media bring to schools and homes. With a wealth of experience - from national presentations and publications to real world insights from his time in law enforcement - Jay offers valuable guidance on how parents and students can cultivate digital wisdom for better mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being. Let's come together to create a safer, more positive digital environment in our school community!

Phone lines are now back up and all buildings can receive phone calls again. Thank you for your patience while this issue was being resolved. Thank you to our district technology department for getting us back up and running!

Columbus Public Schools is currently experiencing phone issues and cannot receive incoming calls. The technology department is working with the carrier to get this issue resolved.

8th Grade Activity Night will be Friday, October 18th from 5:30-7:30. Admission is $3.00 or a donation of 2 canned food items. Students must have their CMS ID to enter. Parents, if you are willing to help supervise or donate snacks, water, or pizza money please contact Ms. Nilson or Ms. Harms.

Love Soccer? Boys Grade 6-8 sign up today for the CMS Soccer Camp on November 2, 2024. Register online: https://forms.gle/WeCs3W8LVFwAr8ow7

It is Custodian Appreciation Day. We greatly appreciate our custodians at CMS! We have the best custodians around!!

This week was filled with hard work, spirit week dress-up days, and a quiz to finish an early-out Friday. End of the week advice from these seventh graders? Just Dance!

🎉 5th Grade Student of the Week Shoutout! 🎉 Big congrats to Veronica and Pyper for being our Students of the Week!🎉 Veronica is a kind, respectful, and prepared student who excels academically. She's a great role model, always attentive in class and using her time wisely. Great job, Veronica—you've started the year strong!👏✨ Pyper puts her best effort into every assignment and always pays attention. In her free time, she enjoys reading and stays mindful of others still working. She also has a talent for crocheting, as seen in her lovely creations. 👏✨

Lots of active participation among these Maroon 5 students as they gain understanding of decomposition in science class, measurement of volume in math, and writing skills during reading class. Keep learning and working hard Discoverers!