| 30 Oct |
Report Cards |
| 05 Nov |
Staff Development | Students Do Not Report |
| 05 Nov |
School Board Study Session |
| 6:00 PM |
| Board Room |
| 11 Nov |
Veterans Day | No School |
| 19 Nov |
School Board Formal Meeting |
| 6:00 PM |
| Board Room |
| 27 Nov |
Thanksgiving Break | No School |
| 28 Nov |
Thanksgiving Break | No School |
| 29 Nov |
Thanksgiving Break | No School |
| 03 Dec |
School Board Study Session |
| 6:00 PM |
| Board Room |
| 17 Dec |
School Board Formal Meeting |
| 6:00 PM |
| Board Room |
| 19 Dec |
Half Day for Students |
| 20 Dec |
Winter Break | No School |
CMCSS made the following administrative announcements.
Oakland Elementary School Principal
Molly Willis has been selected as the principal of Oakland Elementary School. Currently, she serves as an assistant principal at Glenellen Elementary School. Willis has nearly a decade of experience in administration, serving as an assistant principal at Hazelwood Elementary, Moore Magnet Elementary, Barkers Mill Elementary, Rossview Elementary, and Oakland Elementary schools. Before becoming an administrator, she served as an Academic Coach at Hazelwood Elementary and Minglewood Elementary schools and had ten years of teaching experience, serving as an educator at Rossview Elementary and schools in Crossville, TN and Kentucky. Willis is a graduate of the CMCSS Aspiring Administrator Academy and CMCSS Leadership Development Class, and she completed McREL Balanced Leadership training for school leadership. She earned her M.A. and B.A. in Elementary Education from Oakland City University in Indiana and her Instructional Leadership License from Bethel University.
Kenwood Elementary School Assistant Principal
Rusty Guzman-Bowe has been selected as an assistant principal at Kenwood Elementary School. She joined CMCSS in 2022 as a special education CDC and Resource teacher at Hazelwood Elementary School. Guzman-Bowe began her career in public education in 2016, and as a military spouse, has served as a special education coordinator and teacher in schools in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Washington. She served as an Education Project Consultant for the University of Kentucky focused on developing college and career readiness state standards for Kentucky. Guzman-Bowe earned the Green Apple Award in 2023, is a graduate of the CMCSS Aspiring Administrator Academy, and completed a Summer Administrator Internship in 2024. She has presented at state and national educational conferences and has served in numerous school, district, and state-level leadership roles. Guzman-Bowe earned her M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision from Liberty University, B.S. in Special Education K-12 from Austin Peay State University, A.A. from Hopkinsville Community College, and A.A. in Language and Rationality from Hartnell Community College in Salinas, CA.
2024 CMCSS Teachers of the Year
Kindness is Simple
Today, Mayor Golden presented a proclamation to Spanish Immersion Elementary School recognizing the achievement of the students, faculty, and staff on being named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School. 🧡💙
Join us in shouting THANK YOU to our first responders! October 28 is National First Responders Day. We are grateful for a community of first responders who take the time to educate, encourage, and engage with our students. Our first responders are wonderful community leaders, from providing safety lessons to discussing career paths. 🚓🚑🚒
In September, the CMCSS School Board presented the following Point of Pride awards.
TSSAA Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year
Each year, TSSAA selects top coaches from across the state who develop character and teach strategies for skill development and strategic thinking. There are approximately 6,000 coaches in TSSAA with over 100,000 student-athletes. Coach Doug Badon from Clarksville High was selected as the 2023-2024 TSSAA Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year. Congratulations, Coach Badon, and thank you for everything you do for the Lady Wildcats!
Perfect ACT Score
Cade Deterding from Rossview High School was named a 2025 National Merit Scholarship semifinalist. Last semester, Cade was also awarded for earning a perfect ACT score of 36. (He was one of only 0.3% of students across the nation to achieve this perfect ACT score.) This year, over 1.3 million juniors entered the program, and Cade was one of the only 1% of students selected as a semifinalist. We are all cheering for you, Cade, and look forward to your finalist announcement in the coming months.
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National Football League (NFL) Latino Excellence in Youth Football Award
Leilyn Mercado from West Creek High School was selected as the Tennessee Titans representative for the NFL’s Latino Excellence in Youth Football award. She is a senior at West Creek High who plays forward for the girls’ soccer team and linebacker/defensive back for flag football team. Leilyn is one of only 32 female student-athletes in the entire country to be chosen for this award for making an impact on the playing field and in the classroom by achieving a high-level of academic success. Congratulations, Leilyn, on this outstanding achievement!
🌟 A heartfelt shoutout to the incredible team at Onsite Health and Wellness! 🌟
To our dedicated medical professionals—thank you for your unwavering commitment to our health and well-being. Your compassion, expertise, and tireless efforts make a world of difference in our lives every day.
We appreciate you for not only treating us but also for genuinely caring about our wellness. You inspire us with your dedication and make our workplace a healthier, happier place.
Thank you for all that you do! 💙🙌
Held during the third full week of October each year, National School Bus Safety Week is an active and evolving public education program and an excellent way for parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, school administrators, and the community - to join forces and address the importance of school bus safety. Thank you to our families, students, and the CMCSS Student Transportation Department for working together to ensure our students travel to and from school safely!
SAVE THE DATE - Teacher Residency Interest Meetings
If you are interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a three-year accelerated program to teach elementary grades K-5 with a special education endorsement, join the Teacher Residency team on Thursday, November 7, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
If you already hold a bachelor’s degree and are interested in obtaining a master’s degree or certification to teach middle-grade English or Math with an optional English Language Learners certification or are seeking a master’s degree in K-5 with dual certification in Special Education, attend the information session on November 14 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Both meetings are held at Central Services South, 1312 State Highway 48.
Learn more - https://www.cmcss.net/blog/2024/10/18/interest-meetings-for-the-teacher-residency-program-nov-7-and-14/
Understanding TN Promise 🧑🎓
CMCSS Seniors may be eligible to apply for the TN Promise. Several eligibility requirements apply, including:
1️⃣ Students must attend mandatory meetings and participate in a mentoring program.
2️⃣ College students must attend full-time and continue participating in the mentoring program.
3️⃣ Students must perform 8 hours of community service prior to each term the award is received.
Learn more about eligibility requirements here - https://bit.ly/4fsilQD. This page includes a link to the TN Promise application and helpful information for parents and families.
The deadline for seniors to apply for the TN Promise is November 1, 2024.
Montgomery Central High School`s spirit was unstoppable! We encourage you to keep showcasing your pride by sharing your photos. You can either tag the district or send them to [email protected]. Your photo could be highlighted on the CMCSS social media platforms!
Through various Community Helper events, our elementary school students have been learning about careers that support our community. From first responders to smoke jumpers, logistics and transportation to environmental science, our students are introduced to a variety of career pathways at an early age!