April 17th

Go Foxes!

Boe Parr, Cody Summers, Jennie Reynolds, Sydni Skinner

Shout out the good things you see our staff doing here! We include these in our weekly staff newsletter. It's a great time of the year to encourage our teachers!

Semester exams are approaching. We will be distributing the obligation list to sponsors and teachers soon. Please make sure to clear all cafeteria and library balances and turn in any outstanding uniforms or equipment prior to May 1st. If a student is not cleared from the obligation list by May 8th, they will not receive a semester exam exemption. If you have questions, please email Mrs. Reynolds at jreynolds@caddomillsisd.org.

The cafeteria will be instituting a No Charge Policy beginning May 11th in an effort to clear all outstanding balances before summer break.

On Wednesday, April 22nd, our campus will administer the Algebra 1 STAAR test, SAT and PSAT 10.

The following students must report to school at the regular start time:
-Students enrolled in Algebra 1
-All Juniors (for SAT testing)
-Students who registered and paid to take the SAT and PSAT 10

All other students may report to school at 11:30 a.m.

Students who need bus transportation may arrive at school at the normal time. and will be supervised until the late-start time.

🏃‍♂️💚 FOX TROT 2026 IS HERE! 💚🏃‍♀️

Join us for the Fox Trot 2026 in Downtown Caddo Mills, TX! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get involved, we’ve got something for everyone!

✨ 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Options
📅 Saturday, May 2nd
⏰ 5K starts at 8:00 AM
⏰ 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 9:00 AM

Bring your friends, family, and school spirit and come be a part of this exciting community event!

💬 Start where you are. Finish proud.

👉 Register now: runsignup.com/caddomillsfoxtrot2026
📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

Our campus pantries can use support all year long. We now have five pantry locations across the district, including two at KKE and Griffis, placed where they’re easy for students to access, especially those who walk. A dedicated volunteer helps store and restock donations regularly, helping ensure students and families have what they need.

Items we need most include canned potatoes, pork and beans, tuna, Vienna sausage, Ranch Style beans, pasta sauce (no noodles needed), chili mac, mac and cheese cups, and any kind of soup. Ramen noodles are always a great option and go quickly. We are currently stocked up on green beans, corn, peaches, pears, and pasta, so you can skip those for now—but we are grateful for any donation. Feel free to drop donations in the front office.

We’re excited to announce that our FFA Pop-Tab Community Service Project is underway! We’re collecting aluminum pop tabs to support the Ronald McDonald House, and we’d love your help spreading the word and getting your students involved.

Here’s how you can participate:

1. Collect pop tabs from cans (soda, soup, etc.).

2. Encourage your 2nd period students to bring in as many as they can!

3. Turn in your collection to Mrs. Watkins or the office by May 7th, 2026.

4. The winning 2nd period class gets a popsicle party.

This simple act makes a big difference — those tiny tabs add up fast and help fund important programs for families in need.

If you have any questions or would like a classroom collection baggie, please reach out to Mrs. Watkins!! 903-527-3164 X6304

JWatkins@CaddoMillsISD.org

On upcoming STAAR testing days, CMHS will run a modified schedule and only half of the school day will meet after testing is complete. Please review the dates below so you know which classes will meet.

On Afternoon Class days, students will attend 5th–8th periods beginning at 12:00 PM.

• April 22 – Algebra I EOC: Afternoon Classes

If you are not testing on a designated day, you will not have to arrive until 11:30. Please plan ahead for these schedule adjustments.

Wednesday, April 22nd- SAT/ PSAT 10 during school (test begins at 8:30am, so no senior free or athletics if you are testing)

Attention Senior Parents:
If you would like your senior to be featured in a Senior Spotlight on our Facebook page, please be sure to complete the Google Form. Senior Spotlight posts will begin in April and continue throughout May.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Skinner (sskinner@caddomillsisd.org).

Senior Spotlight Form 2026

Just a reminder: dentist appointments will only be excused with a doctor's note for half a day.

Need help understanding attendance codes? Here’s a quick cheat sheet to make things easier!

AE - Absent Excused

AED - Absent Excused Doctor

AEO - Absence Excused Other

AEP - AEP

AU - Absent Unexcused

CA - Court Appearance

COU - Counselor

CV - College Visit

DMV - DMV

EDN - Excused Doctor Note

EPN - Excused Parent Note

FN - Funeral

FT - Field Trip

ISS - In School Suspension

MD - Medical

NO - Nurses Office

NSH - Nurse Sent Home

OSS - Out of School Suspension

PC - Present in Clinic

PO - Present in Office

POC - Present on Campus

PRA - Present AEP

PRI - Present ISS

SF - School Function - Non-UIL

SFU - School Function UIL

TE - Tardy Excused

TP - Testing Present

TU - Tardy Unexcused

UPN - Unexcused Parent Note

If you will be getting your license later in the year, please make sure to purchase a parking pass when you begin driving to school. You can do that at any time during the year.