The Cav Connection
November 1, 2026
Notes from the Principal -
Good afternoon, Cav Nation! I hope you are enjoying your weekend! Can you believe it is already November? The end of 2026 is around the corner...
First, I want to thank all of you who came to our very first Trunk or Treat! There were so many of you and your families who came out! I truly appreciate all our community partners and staff members who opened their trunks and handed out goodies!
Our Book Fair opened this past Friday. It will be open this entire week. Please encourage your child to make their way into the library and find a great book to read! There are so many options in there! I made my way around Friday so that I could pick out books for my grandkids...🙂
On Tuesday, we have the opportunity to cheer on both our 7th and 8th grade football teams! They will both be playing in the Championship Games at Leo Buckley Stadium (at Killeen High School)! This is a great opportunity for our students to play in a high school stadium under the big lights and have the big scoreboard shining brightly! Please put on your Cavalier gear and come out and cheer them on to victory!
There will be no after school tutoring on Wednesday. We do have a faculty meeting that afternoon. Please speak with your child about the plan to get home that afternoon.
On Thursday, you have the opportunity to come to campus and see how your child is performing. You will be able to see the goals your child has set for this year as we are ALL working towards growth for all students! If you have not set a time for that afternoon with your child's 2nd period teacher, please reach out to them. I can't wait to see you all there!
As we work towards these goals, we need all students in class and learning. Please encourage your child to stay focused on the instruction. Conversations about academics are a starting point.
I appreciate each and every one of you! With your help, I believe that we are going to continue to see great things at The Charles Patterson Middle School!
Let's have an amazing week of learning!
One Team, One Goal - Success for Every Cavalier!
Mrs. Brown
Principal
Schedule of Events:
Monday, November 2nd:
- Dress in your favorite fall colors
- Book Fair in the Library
Tuesday, November 3rd:
- Put on your Cavalier Swag to encourage our football teams!
- Book Fair in the Library
- Championship Games @ Leo Buckley Stadium - 7th grade starts at 5:30 pm
Wednesday, November 4th:
- Book Fair in the Library
- Faculty Meeting - no after school tutoring
Thursday, November 5th:
- Book Fair in the Library
- Student - Led Conferences with your 2nd period teacher - begins at 4:30 pm
Friday, November 6th:
- Spirit Day - wear your Cav gear!
- Last day of the Book Fair in the Library
Time to talk about Capturing Kids Hearts:
At Charles Patterson Middle School, we're building a community where every student feels safe, valued, respected, and connected!
Through Capturing Kids' Hearts (CKH), students work together to create classroom Social Contracts—agreements about how they want to treat one another and how they deserve to be treated.
🌟 Our Cavaliers are putting their Social Contracts into ACTION! Students are encouraged to demonstrate kindness, respect, teamwork, and responsibility through everyday interactions. From recognizing classmates who model positive behaviors to setting personal goals, our students are learning that their choices make a difference!
🏡 Try It at Home: Ask your student, "What's one word from your classroom Social Contract, and how can we practice it at home?"
🧡💙 One Team, One Goal: Success! Together, we're building strong relationships and helping every Cavalier shine!
The Book Fair is here! I hope your child will get a chance to go and see all the great selections that our librarian, Mrs. Franklin, has for them to choose from! While you are in the building Thursday, for your parent conference, take a few minutes to stop by as well.
Important Information
Please remember that CPMS is not a CEP campus. Please use the information above to complete the free/reduced lunch application. As I reminded everyone last weekend, the filling out of this application can help save money this year BUT it can also help us get free lunch for all student next year. If you have not completed your application, please take a few minutes to fill it out!
Our Learning Lab is available Monday through Thursday afternoons from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. The only times the lab is closed is when we have our faculty meetings. I will share those closures in this weekly newsletter.
We have a number of clubs that students can join at CPMS! Please remind your child to listen to the announcements about when the club they are interested in will meet. I know that this is a great way to make new friends and build life long connections.
Counselors Corner:
From Ms. Hill, Our Parent Liaison:
Please see the information above about attending the Parent Advisory Council. Please notice that these will be held at the Jackson Professional Learning Center and there is contact information on the flyer.
This class is for parents who want to learn more and be more engaged at the campus. Please see the information on how to sign up. If you have questions, please reach out to Ms. Hill.
Parents as Partners is being offered by KISD. Please check it out if you have time.
Students are encouraged to turn in volunteer hours to Ms. Hill.
**Honoring Those Who Serve, Celebrating the Families Who Support Them! ❤️🤍💙**
Calling all Cavalier Families! 🎉
November is **Military Family Appreciation Month**, and Charles E. Patterson Middle School is excited to invite our military-connected families, active-duty service members, retired military personnel, and veterans to our **Military Family & Veterans Game Night and Dinner!**
Join us for a special evening filled with **food, family fun, laughter, games, and fellowship** as we come together to recognize the service, sacrifices, and dedication of our military families and veterans.
This event is more than just a game night! It is an opportunity to strengthen the connection between our school, military families, and community while creating lasting memories with our Cavalier students.
📅 Event Details
📆 **Thursday, November 12, 2026**
⏰ **5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.**
📍 **Charles E. Patterson Middle School**
### 🎲 What Can Families Look Forward To?
- 🍽️ Delicious dinner and fellowship
- 🎯 Fun, interactive family games and activities
- 🤝 Opportunities to connect with other military families
- 🌟 Community resources and support
- ❤️ A special evening of appreciation for our military families and veterans
🍽️ Help Us Make Dinner Special!
We invite families to contribute a food item to share as we come together for dinner. **Please scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and let us know what you will bring!**
Whether you are currently serving, have served, or are part of a military family, **we want to celebrate YOU!**
At Patterson Middle School, we recognize that military families serve and sacrifice alongside their loved ones. This evening is our way of saying **THANK YOU** for your commitment, resilience, and service.
📞 Questions? Contact:
**Mrs. Twila Hill, Parent Liaison**
📞 254-336-7108
**Military Families Make Our Community STRONGER!** 🇺🇸
❤️🤍💙 **One Team, One Goal, Success!**
*We look forward to seeing our Cavalier military families and veterans for an unforgettable evening of appreciation, connection, and fun!*
**Celebrating Our Military Families During November!**
Calling all Cavalier Military Families! ❤️🤍💙
November is **Military Family Appreciation Month**, and Charles E. Patterson Middle School would like to honor our military-connected students and their families with a special opportunity called **“Lunch With Your Soldier!”**
This special event gives our students the opportunity to enjoy lunch with their military parent or guardian while celebrating the sacrifices, dedication, and service of our military families.
**How Does It Work?**
-US Active-duty service members, retired military members, and veterans are invited to join their students for lunch on select days throughout November.
- 🍎 Parents/guardians may bring their own lunch or purchase a school lunch from the cafeteria.
- 🕒 Lunch visits will take place during your student's regularly scheduled lunch period.
- 📅 **Reservations must be scheduled in advance** through Mrs. Hill, Parent Liaison.
We know that military families make sacrifices every day, and this is one small way we can show our appreciation while creating special memories for our Cavalier students.
**📞 Ready to Schedule Your Lunch?**
Please contact:
**Mrs. Twila Hill, Parent Liaison**
📞 254-336-7108
❤️🤍💙 **One Team, One Goal, Success!**
*We look forward to welcoming our military families and celebrating those who serve and have served our country!*
🎄🎁 Cav Tree – Help Bring Joy to Our Cav Kids! 🎁🎄
**This holiday season, let's come together as a Cavalier family to make a difference! ❤️💙🧡**
Charles E. Patterson Middle School is excited to announce the return of our **Cav Tree**, a special holiday giving initiative designed to spread joy and brighten the holiday season for students in need at our school.
Our Cav Tree provides an opportunity for staff, families, and community members to **adopt a Cav** and help make their holiday season a little brighter.
🎁 How Does the Cav Tree Work?
Each ornament on our Cav Tree represents a Patterson student who could use a little extra holiday cheer.
Those interested in participating can select a numbered ornament from the tree and receive information about the student's holiday wishes, interests, and needs. Participants then purchase gifts for their adopted Cav and return them to the school for distribution.
**Every gift, no matter how big or small, is an opportunity to make a child feel remembered, valued, and loved this holiday season.**
❤️ How Can You Help?
If you, your family, your organization, or your business would like to adopt a Cav, please contact:
**Mrs. Twila Hill**
Parent Liaison
Charles E. Patterson Middle School
📧 **Twila.Hill@killeenisd.org**
📞 **254-336-7108**
Together, we can show our students the true meaning of the holiday season: **kindness, generosity, compassion, and community!**
🎄 **Help Bring Joy to Our Cav Kids!** 🎄
*One Team, One Goal, Success!*
Coming up:
October 30th to November 6th - CPMS Fall Book Fair
November 5th - Parent Conferences
November 11th - Veterans Day Holiday
November 23rd to 27th - Thanksgiving Holidays