Please remember that students are expected to come to school every day and on time, ready to learn. Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential for your child’s success.
No early dismissals will be permitted after 1:45 PM. We kindly ask that you avoid picking your child up early unless it is an emergency. Please make every effort to have your child remain at school for the entire school day so they do not miss valuable instructional time.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to your child’s education!
We hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and joyful Thanksgiving Break. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school tomorrow, December 1. As we return, please keep in mind that we have only 15 school days remaining before the Christmas Break. This period is important for students to stay focused, engage actively in learning, and finish the quarter strong. Your support in ensuring consistent attendance and readiness for learning is greatly appreciated.
Reminders for the Week:
*Students will begin the iReady Middle of Year diagnostic assessment. Please ensure they arrive on time and are prepared.
*We will host Clark-Shaw for a basketball game tomorrow at 4:00 p.m.
*We will travel to Phillips for a basketball game on Thursday, December 4.
*Please take time to check your child’s grades regularly and stay in contact with their teachers. This helps ensure your child is on track academically and allows us to address any concerns quickly.
*Homework Reminder: Homework is not just completing assignments sent home by the teacher; it also includes reviewing material, studying, and using tools to better understand concepts if a student is struggling. Helpful tools include iReady lessons, class notes, online resources, flashcards, or discussing topics with you, the parent. If your child cannot explain what they are learning, this may indicate they do not fully understand the content. To help at home, review materials together, encourage your child to explain concepts in their own words, use practice resources, maintain a structured homework routine, and stay in contact with teachers for additional support.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to ensure a successful end to the 2nd Quarter. Your involvement plays a key role in helping students stay focused, engaged, and confident in their learning. We look forward to a productive and positive start to the week and to celebrating our students’ growth and accomplishments as we finish the semester strong.
It is essential that students arrive at school each day on time, prepared, and ready to learn. This week, students will continue participating in the ACAP Practice Assessment. Please ensure your child gets adequate rest, arrives on time each morning, and eats a healthy breakfast to support their best performance.
Below are a few important events and reminders for the week:
⭐ Progress Reports: Progress reports will be sent home on Monday, November 17. Please check your child’s report carefully, review their current academic progress, and contact the school if you have any questions or concerns.
🏀 Our Wildcats will compete against Burns on Monday, November 17, at Calloway-Smith beginning at 4:00 p.m. They will then travel to Williamson on Thursday, November 20. Let’s come out and support our teams as our student-athletes showcase their hard work, teamwork, and Wildcat pride!
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets can be purchased through GoFan at https://gofan.co/app/school/AL73356
📝 ACAP Practice Assessment: This week, 6th grade will test on November 18. Please ensure your child is present, well-rested, and prepared each day. These practice assessments help teachers identify areas where students may need additional support before the spring assessment.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break: November 24–28 is Thanksgiving Break. During this time, schools will be closed, and students will not report. We encourage families to enjoy the holiday, rest, and spend quality time together. School will resume on Monday, December 1.
📢 Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class updates, and school announcements. Staying connected helps bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that you’re always informed and involved.
📊 Student Grades: We encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to monitor academic progress and attendance. Viewing grades in real time allows you to identify strengths and areas that may need extra support. For assistance with PowerSchool access, please contact the front office.
📝 Academic Habits: Encourage your child to take daily notes, review them each evening, and share what they have learned. Discuss their learning intentions and success criteria. These conversations build confidence and deepen understanding. This nightly review and reflection is considered homework and is an important part of supporting your child’s academic growth.
🤝 Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child of the importance of respect, responsibility, and self-control at all times. Positive behavior creates a safe, supportive learning environment for everyone. Staying in communication with teachers allows us to address concerns quickly and celebrate progress together.
Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued support and commitment to your child’s success. Your involvement plays a vital role in fostering our students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Together, we can help every student at Calloway-Smith Middle School reach their full potential. We sincerely appreciate your ongoing partnership in helping our Wildcats thrive!
#FromTipOffToVictory #GameChangers #BRatedSchool #ExcellenceInAction #RiseAndShineWildcats
Our LOTC students proudly represented Calloway-Smith Middle School in this year’s Veterans’ Day Parade! Their dedication, respect, and enthusiasm honored those who have served our country. A special thank you to SFC Brown for guiding and supporting our students throughout this meaningful experience.👏
#CallowaySmithPride #VeteransDay #StudentLeadership #LOTC
Below are a few important events and reminders for the week:
📅 No School for Students: Today, Monday, November 10, is a virtual learning day for students. Virtual packets were sent home for completion. There will also be no school on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Please ensure your child completes their virtual assignments and takes time to honor and reflect on the service and sacrifices of our veterans.
🏀 Basketball Games: Our Wildcats will face Dunbar on Thursday, November 13, at Calloway-Smith beginning at 4:00 p.m. Let’s come out and support our teams as our student-athletes demonstrate their hard work, teamwork, and Wildcat pride!
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets can be purchased through GoFan at https://gofan.co/app/school/AL73356
📝 ACAP Practice Assessment: This week, 7th grade will test on November 13, and 6th grade on November 14. Please ensure your child is present, well-rested, and prepared each day. These practice assessments help teachers identify areas where students may need additional support before the spring assessment.
📢 Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class updates, and school announcements. Staying connected helps bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that you’re always informed and involved.
📊 Student Grades: We encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to monitor academic progress and attendance. Viewing grades in real time allows you to identify strengths and areas that may need extra support. For assistance with PowerSchool access, please contact the front office.
📝 Academic Habits: Encourage your child to take daily notes, review them each evening, and share what they have learned. Discuss their learning intentions and success criteria. These conversations build confidence and deepen understanding. This nightly review and reflection is considered homework and is an important part of supporting your child’s academic growth.
🤝 Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child of the importance of respect, responsibility, and self-control at all times. Positive behavior creates a safe, supportive learning environment for everyone. Staying in communication with teachers allows us to address concerns quickly and celebrate progress together.
Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued partnership and dedication to your child’s success. Your involvement is essential to our students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Together, we can ensure that every student at Calloway-Smith Middle School reaches their full potential. We truly appreciate your ongoing support in helping our Wildcats excel!
This information is provided by Feeding the Gulf Coast to help families locate nearby food pantries and resources.
Learn more and find assistance at: https://www.feedingthegulfcoast.org/find-help/find-a-pantry?fbclid=IwdGRjcAN3SaFjbGNrA3dJlGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEeyaya4iteNDXxGDv9np3uvjSWmPepkBUws1YyJFrT5ATkVaS24gfFVAb1p98_aem_db0bld_IwGYOSykf945Ktg
We are so proud of your outstanding accomplishment! Your dedication, talent, and hard work have earned you this incredible opportunity. Being selected to perform with the UAB Middle School Honor Band in February is a true reflection of your musical excellence and commitment to success!
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. McMillian for her exceptional leadership and the time she devotes to developing our band students. Your dedication continues to inspire success and pride at Calloway-Smith! 👏🎺🥁🎷
#CallowaySmithPride #UABHonorBand #StudentSuccess #ExcellenceInAction
Below are a few important events and reminders for the week:
🏀 Basketball Games: Our Wildcats will take on Phillips on Monday, November 3, at Calloway-Smith, and Lott on Thursday, November 6, at Lott Middle School. Let’s come out and cheer on our teams as our student-athletes showcase their dedication, teamwork, and Wildcat pride!
📝 ACAP Practice Assessment: This week, 8th grade will test on November 3, 7th grade on November 5, and 6th grade on November 6. Please ensure your child is present, well-rested, and prepared each day, as these practice assessments help teachers identify areas where additional support may be needed before the spring assessment.
📅 No School for Students: On Monday, November 10, virtual day packets will be sent home for students to complete. There will also be no school on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Please ensure your child completes the virtual day assignments and takes time to honor and reflect on the contributions of our veterans.
📢 Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class updates, and school announcements. Staying connected helps bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that you’re always informed and involved.
📊 Student Grades: We encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to monitor academic progress and attendance. Viewing grades in real time allows you to identify strengths and areas that may need extra support. For assistance with PowerSchool access, please contact the front office.
📝 Academic Habits: Encourage your child to take daily notes, review them each evening, and share what they have learned. Discuss their learning intentions and success criteria. These conversations build confidence and deepen understanding. This nightly review and reflection is considered homework and is an important part of supporting your child’s academic growth.
🤝 Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child of the importance of respect, responsibility, and self-control at all times. Positive behavior creates a safe, supportive learning environment for everyone. Staying in communication with teachers allows us to address concerns quickly and celebrate progress together.
Thank you, parents and guardians, for your ongoing partnership and commitment to your child’s success. Your support plays a vital role in our students’ growth and achievement. Together, we can help every student at Calloway-Smith Middle School thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We sincerely appreciate all that you do to help our Wildcats excel!
We will be administering the ACAP Practice Test to students from November 3 through November 19 (students are out of school November 10 & 11). Please ensure that your child is present and arrives on time each day during this testing window. Encouraging your child to do their best is very important, as their effort will help provide accurate data to guide instruction and support their learning. Thank you for your continued support in helping your child succeed.
🏀 Basketball Games: Our Wildcats will face Mobile County Training School on Monday, October 27, and Scarborough on Thursday, October 30. Both games will be held here at Calloway-Smith and will begin at 4:00 p.m. Let’s come out and show our support as our student-athletes demonstrate their hard work, teamwork, and Wildcat pride!
🎟️ Tickets for both games can be purchased on GoFan. https://gofan.co/app/school/AL73356
🟥 Red Ribbon Spirit Week: We’ll celebrate Red Ribbon Spirit Week from October 27–31! The participation fee is $5.00, whether your child joins for one day or all five days. This week is designed to promote healthy choices and school pride. See the flyer for daily themes—students may begin bringing their money this week.
📢 Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class updates, and school announcements. Staying connected helps bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that you’re always informed and involved.
📊 Student Grades: We encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to monitor academic progress and attendance. Viewing grades in real time allows you to identify strengths and areas that may need extra support. For assistance with PowerSchool access, please contact the front office.
📝 Academic Habits: Encourage your child to take daily notes, review them each evening, and share what they’ve learned. Ask about their learning goals and success criteria—these conversations build confidence and deepen understanding.
🤝 Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child of the importance of respect, responsibility, and self-control at all times. Positive behavior creates a safe, supportive learning environment for everyone. Staying in communication with teachers allows us to address concerns quickly and celebrate progress together.
Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued partnership and dedication to your child’s success. Your involvement and support make a lasting difference in our students’ growth and achievement. Together, we can ensure that every student at Calloway-Smith Middle School thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We truly appreciate all that you do to help our Wildcats shine!
This week, we have several opportunities for you to engage with your child and stay connected to their academic journey. Your active participation makes a lasting difference in their motivation, confidence, and achievement. See below for upcoming events and important reminders happening at Calloway-Smith:
🏫 Parenting Day 2025: We invite you to join us for Parenting Day 2025, with options to participate in person or virtually. This event provides valuable insight into how you can support your child’s academic growth, social-emotional development, and strategies for reinforcing learning at home. Report cards will also be distributed during the 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. sessions. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to ensure continued progress.
🏀 Basketball Games: Our Wildcats will travel to Hankins on Monday, October 20, and Burns on Thursday, October 23. Both games begin at 4:00 p.m. Let’s come out and cheer on our student-athletes as they showcase their hard work, teamwork, and school spirit.
🟥 Red Ribbon Spirit Week: We’ll celebrate Red Ribbon Spirit Week from October 27–31! The participation fee is $5.00, whether your child joins for one day or all five days. This week is designed to promote healthy choices and school pride. See the flyer for daily themes—students may begin bringing their money this week.
📢 Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class updates, and school announcements. Staying connected helps bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that you’re always informed and involved.
📊 Student Grades: We encourage parents to regularly check PowerSchool to monitor academic progress and attendance. Viewing grades in real time allows you to identify strengths and areas that may need extra support. For assistance with PowerSchool access, please contact the front office.
📝 Academic Habits: Encourage your child to take daily notes, review them each evening, and share what they’ve learned. Ask about their learning goals and success criteria—these conversations build confidence and deepen understanding.
🤝 Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child of the importance of respect, responsibility, and self-control at all times. Positive behavior creates a safe, supportive learning environment for everyone. Staying in communication with teachers allows us to address concerns quickly and celebrate progress together.
Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to your child’s success. We look forward to seeing you at Parenting Day and during our upcoming events. Together, we can ensure that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally at Calloway-Smith Middle School.
Your leadership, dedication, and genuine care make such a positive difference every day. Thank you for inspiring our team, supporting us through challenges, and always leading with grace and vision. We truly appreciate all that you do to make our school a great place to work and grow.
Wishing you a wonderful Boss’s Day, you deserve it!
Great things are happening at Calloway-Smith Middle School! Our students continue to demonstrate outstanding growth and achievement, a direct reflection of the dedication of our teachers and the unwavering support of you, our parents. It’s vital that we continue working together with a shared focus on what’s best for our students.
As we move into the second quarter, here are a few important things to keep in mind:
🏈 Flag Football Championship Game
The Flag Football Championship Game will be held Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at LeFlore, as we take on Chastang. Come out and cheer on our Lady Wildcats as they compete for the championship title! Your support makes all the difference for our student-athletes.
🏀 Basketball Season Opener
Our first basketball game of the season is Thursday, October 16, at 4:00 p.m. at Calloway-Smith as we take on Accel. We look forward to a great season and encourage everyone to come out and support our Wildcats as they showcase their hard work and school spirit.
🎟️ Tickets for both games can be purchased on GoFan. https://gofan.co/app/school/AL73356
📣 Pep Rally Announcement!
Get ready to show your Wildcat spirit! We will have our Student Pep Rally on Tuesday to celebrate and support our student athletes. The cost of admission is $2. Let’s fill the gym with energy and excitement as we cheer on our teams to victory! Students are encouraged to wear their school colors and bring their Wildcat pride!
👨👩👧 Parenting Day 2025
Parenting Day will be held on Monday, October 20. Please visit our school’s website for more information about scheduled sessions and events. Report cards will also be distributed during Parenting Day. We look forward to seeing you and discussing your child’s progress as we continue to partner for student success.
Parent Reminders
📱 Stay Connected:
Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments, class announcements, and school updates. This tool strengthens communication between home and school, ensuring you’re always in the loop.
📊 Student Grades:
We encourage all parents to regularly log into PowerSchool to monitor your child’s academic progress and attendance. PowerSchool allows you to see grades in real time and identify areas where your child may need extra support. If you need help accessing your account, please contact the school office.
📝 Academic Habits:
Encourage your child to take class notes daily and review them each night. Ask them about their learning intentions and success criteria and have them explain what they’ve learned in their own words. These conversations reinforce classroom learning, promote confidence, and strengthen critical thinking skills.
🤝 Behavior Expectations:
Please remind your child of the importance of maintaining positive behavior at school. Respect, responsibility, and self-control help create a safe and productive environment for everyone. Staying in communication with your child’s teachers helps us work together to address concerns early and celebrate positive progress.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s success. Together, we can ensure that every student finishes the quarter strong—academically, behaviorally, and socially.
Join us for Parenting Day 2025, a special event dedicated to celebrating and supporting our parents and guardians. This day will include informative sessions and opportunities to engage with teachers and staff to learn more about your child’s educational experience. We look forward to partnering with you to strengthen the home–school connection and ensure student success.
Camp Fee: $65.00 per participant.
Payment deadline Monday 10/13/2025.
Spot is not reserved until fee is paid through gofans.com
Camp Days:
Saturday, October 18TH 10AM-2PM
Sunday, October 19TH 3PM-6PM
Thursday, October 23rd 4PM-6PM
Payment link: https://gofan.co/event/4887969?schoolId=AL13513
Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgvraKyb1j-U4ytk8e-7VO8HTjvWc-e1xZOH_NJtp8ZyjoIQ/viewform?usp=pp_url
We have made it to the last week of the first quarter! Please ensure that you have checked your child’s grades and continue to monitor their academic progress closely. Your involvement plays a vital role in helping students finish strong.
As we prepare for the upcoming week, please keep the following in mind:
Flag Football Game: We will host Lott Middle School at LeFlore on Tuesday, October 7, at 5:00 p.m. for the playoff game. Come out and support our team as they push toward victory!
Cheer Competition: Our cheerleaders will perform at the 2025 AHSAA South Super Regional Cheer Competition on Thursday, October 9. We are extremely proud of their hard work, commitment, and dedication to excellence! In addition, they will participate in the practice competition today at Baker High School at 2:00 pm. Please continue to encourage them as they represent our school with pride, and we invite you to come out and support them at both events to show our cheerleaders how much we appreciate their efforts and school spirit.
End of Quarter/Virtual Day: Friday, October 10, marks the end of the first quarter. It will also be a Virtual Learning Day for all students.
Stay Connected: Join the Rooms App to stay informed about your child’s assignments and school updates. This tool helps keep the line of communication strong between home and school.
Student Grades: We encourage all parents to log into PowerSchool regularly to stay informed about your child’s academic progress and attendance. PowerSchool is a valuable tool that helps you monitor grades in real time and stay connected with your child’s learning. If you need assistance accessing your account, please contact the school office.
Academic Habits: Ensure your child is taking class notes daily and reviewing them nightly. Encourage conversations with your child about their academic day. Ask them to share their learning intentions, success criteria, and explain what they learned. These discussions reinforce classroom learning, build confidence, and promote accountability.
Behavior Expectations: Please remind your child about the importance of appropriate behavior at school. Consistently practicing respect and responsibility ensures a safe and supportive learning environment for everyone. In addition, we encourage you to stay in communication with your child’s teachers to support their learning and growth.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s success. Together, we can ensure students finish the quarter strong, both academically and behaviorally.
