Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued support and partnership in helping our students achieve success. 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 enough rest, arrives on time each morning, and eats a healthy breakfast to help them perform at their best.
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!
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!
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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
🎶 Congratulations to our Calloway-Smith Middle School students selected for the UAB Middle School Honor Band! 🎶
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
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
We have officially made it to November, and I hope you are enjoying the extra hour from the time change and the crisp fall season. Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued support and partnership in helping our students succeed. It is important that students arrive at school every day on time, prepared, and ready to learn. Beginning this week, students will participate in the ACAP Practice Assessment. Please make sure your child gets adequate rest, arrives to school on time each day, and eats a healthy breakfast to ensure they perform at their best.
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!
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!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
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.
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.
Let’s get ready for another eventful week filled with learning, activities, and sportsmanship! Parents and guardians, thank you for coming out and participating in Parenting Day 2025. Your continued support plays a vital role in our students’ academic achievement and overall success. We truly appreciate your partnership in helping our students reach their full potential. Here are the events and reminders for the week:
🏀 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!
🏀 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!
Red Ribbon Spirit Week is next week! Join us as we celebrate making healthy and positive choices each day. We encourage all students and staff to participate in the themed dress-up days and activities. Please see the flyer for more details on each day’s theme and how you can show your school spirit!
What a great start to the 2nd Quarter! Parents and guardians, your partnership is essential to your child’s academic and personal growth. Please take a few moments to speak with your child about demonstrating positive behavior, following all school rules and procedures, and giving their best effort each day. Consistent support at home reinforces the values and expectations we uphold at school and helps strengthen your child’s path toward success.
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.
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.
We invite you to participate in Parenting Day 2025, with options to join either in person or virtually. This is a great opportunity to learn more about supporting your child’s academic growth, social-emotional development, and strategies to reinforce learning at home. Additionally, report cards will be distributed during the 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. sessions of Parenting Day.
Happy Boss’s Day, Mrs. Payton!
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!
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.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible coaches for all that you do!
Do you have a daughter or know a young lady interested in becoming a dancer with the band when she enters high school? Here’s a great opportunity... the 2025 Lovely Lady Strikettes Dance Camp! Please see the flyer for more information.
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
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
Dear Parents and Guardians,
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.
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.
The first quarter officially ends next Friday, October 10. Parents and guardians, you play a vital role in your child’s academic success. Please make it a priority to check your child’s grades regularly to ensure they remain on track academically. In addition, encourage your child to review their class notes each night to strengthen their understanding of the content.
Effective note-taking is an essential academic skill. It allows students to process and retain information, organize their thoughts, and create a resource they can revisit when preparing for assessments. Just as important is the practice of consistently reviewing and studying those notes, as this helps deepen comprehension and improves long-term retention.
Regardless of your child’s current academic standing, we encourage you to stay in regular communication with their teachers. By working together, parents and teachers can provide the support and encouragement necessary for every student to thrive.
Upcoming Events at Calloway-Smith
Flag Football Game – Tuesday, September 30
Calloway-Smith vs. Clark-Shaw & Chastang
Location & Time: Trinity Garden Park at 2:30 p.m.
Come out and support our team!
Football Game – Thursday, October 2
Calloway-Smith at Alba
Let’s cheer our team on to victory!
Parent Reminders
Check your child’s academic progress frequently (schedule and attend Parent-Teacher Conferences).
Ensure your child is taking class notes daily and reviewing them nightly.
Download and join the Rooms app to stay informed about important updates and school events.
Talk to your child about their academic day. Ask them about their learning intentions and success criteria, and encourage them to explain what they learned, how they know they were successful, and where they may need additional support. Engaging in these conversations not only reinforces classroom learning but also helps students take ownership of their progress and develop confidence in communicating their understanding.
The first quarter is flying by, and it will officially end on Friday, October 10. Parents and guardians, you are vital partners in your child’s academic success. Please make it a priority to check your child’s grades regularly to ensure they remain on track academically. In addition, encourage your child to review their class notes nightly to strengthen their understanding of the content.
Recently, some teachers administered quizzes where students were allowed to use their notes. Unfortunately, several students struggled because their notes were incomplete or disorganized. Effective note-taking is an essential academic skill. It helps students process and retain information, organize their thoughts, and create a resource they can revisit when preparing for assessments. Equally important is the practice of reviewing and studying those notes, as consistent review deepens comprehension and improves long-term retention.
Regardless of your child’s current academic standing, please remain in consistent communication with their teachers. By working together, parents and teachers can provide the support and encouragement necessary for every student to thrive.
Upcoming Events at Calloway-Smith:
Virtual Day for Students – Monday, September 22
Packets were provided to each student to complete at home and return on Tuesday, September 23. Please ensure that your child completes these assignments fully and on time.
Flag Football Game – Tuesday, September 23
Calloway-Smith vs. Williamson at 4:00 p.m. Come out and support our team!
Football Game – Thursday, September 25
Calloway-Smith vs. Causey at Baker. Let’s cheer our team on to victory!
Parent Reminders:
Check your child’s academic progress frequently (Schedule & Attend Parent-Teacher Conferences).
Ensure your child is taking class notes daily and studying nightly.
Download and join the Rooms app to stay informed about important updates and school events.
We look forward to seeing our students back on campus Tuesday, September 23, ready to learn and succeed!
Parents, we have one more important survey that requires your input. Please take a few moments to complete the Title I Survey. Your feedback is essential in helping us improve our programs and better support our students and families.
Title 1 Survey Link: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/289329/p524
Title 1 Survey Link: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/289329/p524
As we prepare for an awesome week of learning, we want to share a few important reminders to help support student success:
Daily Attendance: Please ensure that your child attends school every day. Frequent absences or early check-outs can negatively impact academic progress and disrupt learning. Consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of student achievement.
Class Notes and Homework: Class notes are an important resource for learning and should be reviewed daily to strengthen understanding. Please check your child’s notes regularly. Remember, homework is not always sent home as worksheets or practice problems. Reviewing and studying class notes is also considered homework and must be taken seriously. This consistent practice builds strong study habits and improves retention.
Monitoring Grades: Please check your child’s grades frequently to stay informed about their academic progress. Doing so allows you to communicate effectively with teachers, provide support at home, and partner with us in ensuring your child’s success.
Athletics:
Volleyball: Monday, September 15, at B.T. Washington; Wednesday, September 17, at Pillans.
Football: Thursday, September 18, at LeFlore versus B.T. Washington.
Flag Football: This week’s game has been postponed.
Thank you, parents, for your continued partnership and commitment to your child’s academic success and well-being. Your support makes a tremendous difference in their growth and development.
Daily Attendance: Please ensure that your child attends school every day. Frequent absences or early check-outs can negatively impact academic progress and disrupt learning. Consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of student achievement.
Class Notes and Homework: Class notes are an important resource for learning and should be reviewed daily to strengthen understanding. Please check your child’s notes regularly. Remember, homework is not always sent home as worksheets or practice problems. Reviewing and studying class notes is also considered homework and must be taken seriously. This consistent practice builds strong study habits and improves retention.
Monitoring Grades: Please check your child’s grades frequently to stay informed about their academic progress. Doing so allows you to communicate effectively with teachers, provide support at home, and partner with us in ensuring your child’s success.
Athletics:
Volleyball: Monday, September 15, at B.T. Washington; Wednesday, September 17, at Pillans.
Football: Thursday, September 18, at LeFlore versus B.T. Washington.
Flag Football: This week’s game has been postponed.
Thank you, parents, for your continued partnership and commitment to your child’s academic success and well-being. Your support makes a tremendous difference in their growth and development.
It’s Homecoming Week at Calloway-Smith Middle School! We hope everyone joins in and shows their Wildcat pride by participating in all of our exciting events and activities. Let’s make this week one to remember as we celebrate our students, our teams, and our school community.
Here are the announcements for the upcoming events at Calloway-Smith:
Homecoming Week: We’re celebrating Homecoming with a week full of spirit and activities! 🎊 The cost to participate in all activities is $10. See the Homecoming flyer for full details.
Volleyball Games: Tomorrow at 4:00 p.m., we will host Grand Bay and Hankins for a tri-match. On Wednesday, September 10, we will travel to Alba to face Alba and Causey.
Flag Football Game: Our first flag football game will take place on Tuesday, September 9, here at Calloway-Smith as we take on Alba.
Football Game: On Thursday, September 11, we will play Denton in our official Homecoming game.
GoFan: All game tickets can be purchased through GoFan.
Pep Rally: We have an exciting pep rally planned for our students as part of our Homecoming celebrations! Students who have paid the $10 activity fee for the week will have the pep rally included. For those who have not paid the weekly fee, the cost to attend the pep rally is $3.
Basketball Tryouts: Please check our school’s website and Facebook page for tryout details. Students must have an updated physical, insurance card, Dragonfly information, and all required documents on file. Students missing any documents will not be permitted to try out.
Progress Reports: Progress reports will go home tomorrow, Monday, September 8. Please review your child’s grades and maintain open communication with teachers to support their academic success.
Parent Surveys: Please complete the survey on our school’s website. Your input is invaluable and helps us improve our support for students and families.
Attendance Matters: School Attendance Matters! Regular attendance is essential for student success, as missing even a few days can impact learning, understanding of key concepts, and overall academic progress. Being present every day helps students build strong habits, stay engaged in lessons, and fully participate in classroom activities. We encourage all students to attend school consistently and on time, as each day counts toward achieving their full potential.
We are looking forward to an amazing week of learning, school spirit, and community pride at Calloway-Smith Middle School! Go Wildcats! 🐾
