As we step into the final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible achievements of our students, staff, and community while looking ahead to the exciting opportunities still to come. Cody Middle School continues to thrive as a place of innovation, excellence, and collaboration, and I could not be prouder of the work happening within our halls every single day.
A Visit from Wyoming’s Governor Gordon – Celebrating Innovation, Staff/Student Success, & Leadership
On February 25th, we were honored to welcome Governor Mark Gordon to our school as part of the RIDE (Reimagining and Innovating the Delivery of Education) Initiative. Cody Middle School and Park 6 are proud to be part of the first cohort selected for this program, which strengthens career-connected learning and community partnerships.
During his visit, Governor Gordon engaged in a student panel discussion about our Classroom 2 Careers initiative, active learning spaces, and some of our incredible enrichment partnerships, including:
He also toured our STREAM Lab, where students demonstrated their hands-on learning experiences in circuits and engineering, which as Governor Gordon pointed out, tied directly into Wyoming’s future as a leader in nuclear power. Additionally, the Governor explored the CMS Quilts of Valor program and our Digital Music class, showcasing the diverse learning experiences available at CMS.
We are grateful for the opportunity to share the innovative learning happening in our classrooms and the dedication of our professional educators who continue to lead the way in preparing students for the future.
Strengthening Our School Through Community Support – CMS Fundraiser & Raffle
Our CMS Kids First (Parent) Group has once again stepped up to support our students and staff through an exciting raffle and fundraiser! This initiative directly benefits our Friday enrichment classes, student scholarships, classroom resources, and more. Students are not required to participate in this, but students who sell any amount of tickets are eligible for some exciting prizes and giveaways!
Fundraiser Overview
🗓 Fundraiser Dates: February 24 – March 14
🎟 Student Goal: Sell at least 10 raffle tickets to support CMS!
🏆 Top Student & Class Prizes: Gift cards, pizza parties, and more!
💡 What Your Donation Supports:
Student scholarships for outdoor activities & reward days
Equipment for our Fly Fishing and Quilts of Valor enrichment programs
Materials for our Positive Behavior School Store
Support for our National Junior Honor Society, counseling programs, and teacher appreciation efforts
Your support makes a lasting impact, and I encourage everyone to participate to help make this fundraiser a success!
Recognizing Excellence & Hard Work – Upcoming Friday Rewards Day
We are excited to continue our Spring Friday Rewards Day, recognizing students for their dedication to academic achievement and positive behavior. On Friday, March 14, eligible students will get to participate in off-campus activities, including:
🎬 A Movie at Big Horn Cinemas ($8 – includes drink & popcorn)
🎳 Bowling ($5)
⛸ Ice Skating ($3)
Students who meet academic and behavioral expectations will be rewarded with this fun experience, while those needing additional academic support will have a structured remediation day on campus to help them succeed.
Parents/Guardians, if you’d like to sponsor a student who may not be able to afford the activity fees, there are scholarship opportunities available. Thank you for helping ensure all of our students have the chance to participate!
Winter Sports & Academic Success – Finish Strong!
As our winter sports seasons wrap up, I want to recognize our student-athletes in boys’ basketball, swimming, Nordic skiing, and alpine skiing for their hard work and dedication. Their perseverance, teamwork, and commitment have been inspiring to watch, and I know they will carry these lessons far beyond the playing field.
Beyond athletics, we have even more academic achievements to celebrate this past month!
🏆 Cody Middle School recently hosted its first-ever Speech & Debate Competition! Several of our students placed in the event, and this talented group has continued to improve and grow each week. Their hard work, critical thinking, and confidence in public speaking have been truly impressive, and we look forward to seeing this program thrive in the future.
📚 Our Challenge of the Books team also recently placed third in our regional competition! This dedicated group of students has spent countless hours reading, studying, and preparing, and their commitment to teamwork and academic excellence is something to be proud of.
Additionally, with WYTOPP Spring Summative Assessments approaching in April and May, it’s important that we stay focused, prepared, and engaged in our academics. These last three months will go by quickly, but they are critical to ensuring student success as we prepare for the next school year.
Our Work is Never Done – Let’s Keep Relentlessly Pursuing Excellence!
Cody Middle School has achieved so much this school year, and we have no intention of slowing down! The work we do together—staff, students, and families—makes our school a dynamic place of learning and growth. I encourage every student to embrace these final months with enthusiasm, commitment, and a drive for excellence.
Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to making Cody Middle School a place where every student can thrive. Let’s finish this school year strong, together!
Go Broncs & Fillies!
With Gratitude,
Jacob R. Gogan
Principal
Cody Middle School
