CMCSS Administrator Announcements

🦅 Northeast Middle School Assistant Principal

Shelby Hicks has been selected as an assistant principal at Northeast Middle School. Hicks currently serves as a sixth-grade math teacher and apprentice administrator at Richview Middle School, where she was selected for Austin Peay State University`s Principal Registered Apprenticeship Program. Hicks joined CMCSS in 2017 and has served in multiple school leadership roles at Richview Middle, including Sixth-Grade Team Lead, Math Team Lead, and After-School Program Administrator. Additionally, she has held several district-level leadership roles, including serving on the Math Symposium 2025 Planning Committee, participating in textbook adoption and assessment committees, and facilitating district professional learning activities.

Hicks was recently named the 2026 Richview Middle School Teacher of the Year and was selected as a Top 3 CMCSS District Teacher of the Year. She is a graduate of the CMCSS Aspiring Administrators Academy and the CMCSS Teacher-Leader Academy. Hicks earned both an M.A.Ed. in Educational Leadership Studies and an M.A.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (Mathematics) from Austin Peay State University, as well as a B.S. in Integrated Studies (Mathematics 4-8) from the University of Tennessee at Martin. ...

2026-2027 Teachers of the Year Celebrations 🎉
🍎 Featuring: Margo Jacobs, Minglewood Elementary School

Margo Jacobs is a 2nd-grade teacher at Minglewood Elementary with 7 years of teaching experience. When asked about her favorite lesson, she shared, “I always look forward to teaching our Unit 4, `Many Characters, Many Points of View,” said Ms. Jacobs. “I love watching my second graders step into different characters’ shoes. It helps students build empathy and practice seeing things from another person’s perspective.” Congratulations, Margo!

We are excited to continue highlighting our school-level Teachers of the Year as we approach our 2027 Teacher of the Year event, hosted by the @cmcedfoundation. ...

TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM INTEREST MEETING
November 9, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Central Services South

Do you or someone you know desire to be an educator? Learn more about the Teacher Residency program, an alternative pathway to teaching with no out-of-pocket cost for participants.

If you are interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a three-year accelerated program to receive licensure in special education intervention with an endorsement to teach general education K-5 elementary grades, please join us on November 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at Central Services South.

The 2026 application period will open on November 10, 2026, and close on January 8, 2027. Learn more at www.cmcss.net/trp. ...

REMINDER: IMPACT AID FORM REQUESTS

If you have not yet filled out the Federal Impact Aid form, please complete this three-minute request before November 10. Your individual form link was sent via ParentSquare, either by email or text message. This form is crucial for our school system to receive federal funding to support school programs. (Like the JROTC programs available at all eight traditional high schools!)

Federal Impact Aid is designed to assist local school districts that have lost property tax revenue due to the presence of tax-exempt Federal property. All information is confidential and does not affect personal taxes. Thank you for supporting CMCSS students. ...

2026-2027 Teachers of the Year Celebrations 🎉
🍎 Featuring: Tovasha Myree, Freedom Elementary School

Tovasha Myree, a Special Education teacher at Freedom Elementary, has devoted 16 years to education. When asked about her motivation to become a teacher, she shared, “For me, teaching is more than academics; it is about building relationships, helping students overcome challenges, and making sure every child feels valued, supported, and capable of succeeding.” Congratulations, Tovasha!

We are excited to continue highlighting our school-level Teachers of the Year as we approach our 2027 Teacher of the Year event, hosted by the @cmcedfoundation. ...

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸
Featuring: Business Affairs

Each November, we proudly recognize and thank the dedicated members of our school system who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Your commitment to our country and our students inspires us every day.

Thank you to:
Christopher Maille, Marines, 4 years served, currently serves as a Property Control Officer.
Salvador Corona, US Army, 6 years served, currently serves as an Accounting Technician II/ ISA Trainer/Floater.

We are honored to highlight our military veterans across our schools and departments. Thank you for your service and for continuing to make a difference in our community! ...

CDL-A PROGRAM FAMILY INTEREST MEETING

In October, students had the opportunity to attend interest meetings at their school to learn more about the CDL- A program. (Details on the program can be found here: https://www.cmcss.net/instruction/cte/cdl-a-training-program/)

📅 ⏰ There will be an additional information session for parents and guardians at the Armored Trucking Academy (1490 Dunlop Lane) THIS WEDNESDAY, November 4, at 6:00 p.m.

📝 APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NOVEMBER 6
Applications are open now through November 6, 2026. Please complete the application: https://bit.ly/4ildTqZ.

To be considered, applicants are encouraged to submit the required paperwork by November 6. To learn more about the program, email Amy Shoopman at [email protected]. ...

📅 Welcome to November 🍂 🍁🪾

November has activities every week - and let`s not forget - Thanksgiving! 😎

Tues., Nov. 3 - Staff Development Day (Students Do Not Report)
Reminder: Tuesday is also Election Day 🗳
Tues. Nov. 9 - Teacher Residency Interest Meeting
Wed., Nov. 11 - Veterans Day - No School
Thurs., Nov. 12 - Monthly Job-Embedded Interest Meeting
Mon., Nov. 16 - Teacher Residency Interest Meeting
Thurs., Nov. 19 - Giving Grace, Building Hope: Parent Wellness and Youth Suicide Prevention Presentation
Mon., Nov. 23 - Fri., Nov. 27 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL 🦃

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS:
📆: Nov. 9 & 16: Teacher Residency Interest Meetings
These annual interest meetings explain the pathway to gaining your teaching certification with no out-of-pocket costs. Two separate meetings cover two different teacher residency pathways. Whether you are looking to earn your bachelor`s degree or you want to further your post-secondary education and earn a master`s, there is a pathway for you. Learn more at cmcss.net/trp.

📆: Nov. 12: Job-Embedded Info Sessions
Join our monthly informational meetings to learn about alternative pathways to teaching. On the second Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m., interested applicants can speak with the CMCSS HR team about how to use their nationally or regionally accredited bachelor’s degree to become a certified teacher. Sessions are held at Central Services Gracey (621 Gracey Ave).

📆: November 16: Registration Opens for December Dyslexia Screenings
If you are interested in learning more about the district`s free dyslexia screenings, visit cmcss.net/dyslexia for helpful resources, registration links, and more.

📆: November 19: CMCSS is hosting a session for families on suicide prevention warning signs, non-suicidal self-injury, and how to talk to your child about these topics. Held at Northeast High, 6:00 p.m. The event is free to attend.

Learning to Lead
Through clubs, student organizations, arts programs, athletics, and academic groups, students discover their passions while building confidence, communication skills, and a sense of responsibility. ...