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Cunningham Middle School - September 2025

Wildcat Word Cunningham Middle School - September 2025

A Message from the Principal A Message from the Principal

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Dear CMS Parents and Guardians,

Thank you for your support to an amazing start to our school year. Our 7th graders have made a smooth transition into CMS and have quickly adapted to new routines and expectations. They are building friendships, engaging in their learning, and showing great promise for the year ahead.

Our 8th graders are embracing their role as leaders on campus. They are setting a positive example for their younger peers and demonstrating the responsibility and maturity we know will serve them well this year and beyond. Their leadership is helping set a strong and supportive tone across our campus.

This strong start would not be possible without the support of our families. We are grateful for your partnership and you taking the time to encourage your student each day. Together, we are building a positive and successful school year for all.

Progress Report #1 has officially closed and grades will be posted in Skyward Family Access on Thursday, September 4th.

If you find your child is not performing to your expectations, we encourage you to start by ensuring they are taking full advantage of after-school tutorials. All CMS teachers are required to host tutorials at least once a week, providing students with opportunities to receive extra support and clarification.

The CMS Tutorial Schedule is attached below.

Thank you for your continued support!


Yours in Education,

Ashleigh Barrett

Principal

Counselor's Corner Counselor's Corner

Dear Parents,

At CMS, we believe that strong partnerships between home and school help our students thrive. We value your input and encourage you to share your feedback, ideas, and suggestions with us. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below. Thank you for being an important part of our Wildcat family!

With Appreciation,

Ms. Garcia and Dr. Glynn

CMS Parent Needs Assessment

September is National Suicide Prevention Month September is National Suicide Prevention Month

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Month at a Glance Month at a Glance

9/1- District Holiday

9/4- Progress Report#1 Post in Skyward

9/5- CMS host Grandfather's Day during Lunches

9/15-9/18--RELA/Math Unit 1 Test (7th/8th grade)

9/18- Fathers' Take your Child to School Day

9/19-Student Holiday/No School

9/24- Progress Report #2 Post in Skyward

9/24-College Fair at NSSH

Save the Dates for October Save the Dates for October

10/2-10/9- Science/Social Studies Unit 1 Test (7th/8th grade)

10/10-10/14 District/Student Holiday

10/17-1st Nine Weeks Report Card Post in Skyward

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Happy Grandparents' Day Happy Grandparents' Day

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Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month

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Father's Take Your Child to School September 18, 2025 Father's Take Your Child to School September 18, 2025

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CMS Athletic Schedules CMS Athletic Schedules

Come out and support our Wildcats!

GPISD Athletic Policy

Dear Parents,

Friendly reminder, Middle school students must have a parent or adult escort them into all campus events including football games. No unattended middle school students will be allowed entry into any GPISD campus events, this includes NSSH athletic events.

Volleyball Schedules Volleyball Schedules

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Football Schedules Football Schedules

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CMS Information: CMS Information:

Doors open at 7:10 am

Tardy Bell rings at 8:20 am

School Hours 8:20 am-4:00pm

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Free Breakfast and Lunch

All students receive free breakfast and lunch

Breakfast hours are from 7:10-8:00 am.

If you would like for your child to enjoy breakfast at the school, please ensure they arrive to school before 8:00 am.

CMS Tutorial Schedule CMS Tutorial Schedule

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CMS Bell Schedule CMS Bell Schedule

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CMS Drink/Food Delivery Policies CMS Drink/Food Delivery Policies

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2025-2026 Dress Code 2025-2026 Dress Code

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Cell Phone Policy Cell Phone Policy

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Arrival and Dismissal Procedures Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures:

Arrival:

Cunningham morning drop-off is from 7:10- 8:20am at the front of the school. (blue arrows)

Parents come in from Normandy or Wallisville Road

Parents drive to the front of the school for drop off

Exit Normandy or Wallisville Road

For the safety of our students, please do NOT drop off students before 7:10 a.m.

Staff members are not on duty before 7:10 a.m. and students will be unsupervised.

First class begins at 8:20 AM


Dismissal:

Dismissal begins at 4:00 PM

Cunningham's afternoon pick-up begins at 4:00 PM at the circular area northeast of the school. (red arrows)

Parents enter from Wallisville Road
Parents drive to the circular area northeast of school for pick up
Exit Normandy or Wallisville Road

Thank you for keeping our students safe during arrival and dismissal!


Dismissal can be a busy time. Please keep in mind that all dismissal procedures are for the safety of our students.

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Safety and Security

All visitors must check in at the front office.
Clear Bag Policy is enforced for all visitors while on campus.
Click Here to go to the Cunningham Middle School Website
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Checking Grades in Skyward Family Access
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