COLT CORNER

Principal Notes

Dear CMS Families,

Monday, January 20th is a Student/Teacher Holiday. We'll see everyone back on Tuesday!

GO COLTS!

-Dr. Calvert

Click to Hear a Message from Carolyn Brown

We are thrilled to welcome Carolyn Brown, a renowned motivational speaker, back to the halls of Colleyville Middle School! As a former "Colt" herself, Mrs. Brown has a deep connection to our campus—her father even served as the CMS Principal during the early 1990s. She now travels across the United States sharing powerful stories that promote a culture of kindness and empathy.

Event & Opt-Out Information

While we are excited to host this presentation, we respect the preferences of our families. If you would prefer that your child not attend this assembly, please complete the Opt-Out Form no later than Tuesday, January 20th so that we may plan our alternate locations accordingly.

Students who do not attend the session will report to a designated alternate location until the assembly concludes.

Learn More About "Hey Dude, Nice Shoes"

For more information regarding Mrs. Brown’s presentation and her mission to promote kindness, please visit the links below:

Website: www.heydudeniceshoes.com
Facebook: @heydudeniceshoes
Instagram: @heydudeniceshoes

Hey Dude, Nice Shoes-OPT OUT FORM

Hey Dude, Parent Portion/Lunch RSVP

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNER

Interim Assessments - 2026 CMS Altered Schedule

Welcome back! For planning purposes, please note that STAAR interim testing will take place on campus on the following dates:

Reading: January 20
Math: January 21

Please also note the following:

Students must come to school with their computers, headphones, and chargers.
Campus will be closed on testing days—no lunch deliveries, and please be mindful when scheduling appointments.

Thank you for your support.

Algebra December EOC: The December 2025 STAAR administration report data for data verification will be posted to the Family and Research portals by January 28, 2026. District testing coordinators should refer to the Family Portal page of the District and Campus Coordinator Resources for information on helping parents access the secure Family Portal.

A Note from Nurse Sibley

Attention Parents of 7th Grade GIRLS and 8th Grade BOYS: States law requires that public schools conduct a scoliosis screening on 7th grade girls and 8th grade boys. Our screening is scheduled for January 20th. This is a non-invasive look at the spine. If we get an abnormal reading, you will be notified by email. If you wish to opt out, please notify Nurse Sibley before January 19th.

AVID News/Updates

AVID School Wide Information - Being Prepared

AVID's (Advancement Via Individual Determination) mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society. AVID’s proven learning support structure is centered around developing 5 foundational college and career readiness skills -- WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading). WICOR is an instructional approach that places students at the center and empowers them to take ownership and agency of their thinking and learning by elevating engagement and providing access to rigor.

It is important that we set our students up for success for the Spring semester by helping them be prepared for school.

How to support academic preparedness at home:

Make sure your student has the supplies they need for school - binder, highlighters, writing utensils, and laptop charger.
Remind your students to charge their chromebooks at night so it will be fully charged when they come to school.
Ask to see your student's planner and talk through what is happening in each class.
Make time each week to look through your student's canvas courses and skyward. Help them keep up with upcoming and missing assignments.

COLT PRIDE AWARDS!

Every week our staff members have the opportunity to nominate one CMS Student to receive a Colt Pride Award. These students have demonstrated at least one of our Colt Pride Values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Discipline, Excellence! Way to go COLTS!

PTA

Welcome to Colleyville Middle School PTA! Our goal is to connect with our school community by hosting fun events such as Back to School Social, Spirit Nights and so much more. We partner 100% with our wonderful school to make it the very best! Your PTA memberships and donations fund various school improvement projects, school programs, and continuing education for our teachers.We can’t wait to partner with you!

2026-2027 PTA Interest Form

Plans are underway for an outstanding 2026-2027 school year! The CMS PTA extends to you the opportunity to share your time and talents for the benefit of our children. We welcome fresh perspectives, imaginative ideas and your willingness to become involved. Your interest does not constitute a commitment. We welcome your questions so that you may find a volunteer slot that best suits your interests. Officer Positions will be elected during the March General Meeting. Those interested in chair positions will be contacted by the incoming officers after the March election. Please submit your interest form no later than Sunday, February 8th.

CMS PTA 26-27 Interest Form

February General Membership Meeting

PTA is excited to host the “Hey Dude Nice Shoes” anti-bullying, pro-kindness program to all of our CMS students next Thursday, January 22nd. As part of the program, we are hosting a parent session at 11:30 in conjunction with our General Membership Meeting. PTA will be serving a light lunch so please use the RSVP link below if you are planning on attending.

February GM Meeting & Hey Dude RSVP

COLT REWARDS

Students who earned all A’s, increased an individual class grade by 5 or more points, or were nominated by a CMS staff received a special treat today during Colt Rewards. PTA is so proud of all of our Colts!

7th GRADE WINTER DANCE

Join us on Saturday, January 31st for a night of dancing, food, and FUN! Tickets are now on sale for this year’s 7th Grade Winter Dance. Tickets are $20 and will include dinner and dessert.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

JOIN THE CMS PTA- STUDENT PERKS!

We will be doing our next PTA Perks event in January! Any student who is a member of our CMS PTA will be entered into monthly drawings to win some cool stuff!

PURCHASE A CMS PTA STUDENT MEMBERSHIP

JOIN CMS PTA

Our PTA is an active partnership among parents, principals, teachers, school staff and community members. Together, we strive to make Colleyville Middle School the very best school possible for our children. Joining CMS PTA does not obligate you to volunteer at school or attend PTA meetings… Just by joining PTA, you show your support for Colleyville Middle School and will enhance your child’s learning environment.

CMS DADS CLUB
If you have interest in joining our amazing CMS Dad’s Club please fill out the form below or reach out to our Dad’s Club President, Berkley Walker (dads_club@cmscoltspta.org).

JOIN CMS DADS CLUB

SPIRIT WEAR STORE
Gear up with Colleyville Colt Spirit Wear!

CLASSROOM NEEDS

Thank you CMS families for all of your generous donations! Because of your generosity we’ve been able to fulfill many classroom needs! This Amazon Wish List will be updated throughout the year with various items that are needed. All items off the wish list will be delivered directly to CMS! Thank you always for your support!

CMS STAFF AMAZON WISH LIST

VOLUNTEER BACKGROUND CHECK
We will have many volunteer opportunities to volunteer this year! If you would like to volunteer in any capacity at school, you must have a completed background check on file. It’s quick and easy!

GCISD VOLUNTEER BACKGROUND CHECK

SAVE THE DATES:

Tue/Jan 13 Coffee Talk & Executive Board Meeting

Fri/Jan 16 Colt Rewards

Fri/Jan 16 Cotillion- Texas Country

Mon/Jan 19 No School

Thu/Jan 22 Hey Dude, Nice Shoes Program

PTA General Membership Meeting

Fri/ Jan 23 Cotillion- Totally 90s

Fri/ Jan 30 Cotillion- 2000’s Party Hits

Sat/ Jan 31 7th Grade Dance

Fri/ Feb 6 Cotillion- Winter Remix