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Smith Elementary Wins SCORE Prize
Please note: This article was originally published on 9/10/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. The State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) announced that Norman Smith Elementary was the recipient of the third annual SCORE Prize. The prize recognizes the Tennessee elementary, middle, and high schools and school district that have most dramatically improved student achievement. The other 2013 SCORE Prize elementary finalists were: McPheeter’s Bend Elementary, Hawkins County Schools. Mt. Carmel Elementary, Hawkins County Schools. “This recognition is huge and certainly confirms that hard work and dedication pays off,” said Smith principal Beth Unfried. “But greater than the recognition is that we are doing what is right for our children. They deserve the best education possible because we can truly shape their futures and the future of our community.” “I am inspired by our teachers and administrators for their commitment and dedication to helping every child be successful. The passion they bring to that school every day is infectious and it’s evidenced by their students and entire school community. Both the growth and achievement results at Norman Smith Elementary are outstanding,” said Director of Schools Dr. B.J. Worthington Seventy-seven percent of Norman Smith Elementary students participate in the free and reduced meals program, which is an indicator of poverty. Chief Academic Officer Sean Impeartrice noted: “Norman Smith represents the CMCSS focus that high expectations with a well defined plan can dramatically impact student achievement. The school has been dedicated to continuous improvement around educational best practices where everyone is held accountable to teaching and learning on a daily basis. We are very proud of the dedicated leadership, faculty, staff, and parents and their accomplishments.” “The SCORE Prize recognizes public schools and school systems that […]
DOE Offers Info at Open Meeting
Please note: This article was originally published on 9/10/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. This information is for ALL student households in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights will provide a free informational session about the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act, Section 504 and Title II. The two-hour presentation will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 beginning at 6 p.m. The presentation will be in the School Board Room at Central Office, which islocated at 621 Gracey Avenue. You may call the CMCSS at-risk coordinator for more information at 931-920-7953.
In cases of inclement weather, how will I know if schools are closed?
Please note: This article was originally published on 9/6/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. A: We notify students and parents of schedule changes due to weather in a variety of ways. If schools are closed, delayed, or closing early, we will send a notification through SchoolMessenger. This alert will be sent to the number on the student’s emergency card so be sure to keep this information up to date. In the event of an emergency situation, the notification can be sent to all numbers provided (up to six). Information about changes due to weather can also be found on the homepage of cmcss.net. This includes when buses are running rain or inclement weather routes as well as school closures. We also report closures and delays to the Clarksville and Nashville media. For more frequently asked questions and answers, go to https://www.cmcss.net/students/faqs.aspx
Vision to Reality Gala Supports Students, Teachers
Please note: This article was originally published on 9/6/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. Join us on Saturday, November 2 for the 9th Annual Vision to Reality Gala and Auction. Proceeds will fund programs supporting students and teachers in Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools.https://www.cmcss.net/educationfoundation/visiontoreality.aspx
Partners in Education Now Total 181
Please note: This article was originally published on 9/6/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. Friday was a day to celebrate and thank the 181 business and community organizations which partner with the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System. This year’s recipient of the Sarah Ditmore Cooper Partner in Education Award was First Advantage Bank, partner to Barksdale Elementary.
Five CMCSS Schools Recognized in State’s Top 5 Percent
Please note: This article was originally published on 8/19/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. The Tennessee Department of Education recognized five CMCSS schools as being in the top five percent of schools statewide in one of two categories naming them “Reward Schools.”
WCHS Principal Named
Please note: This article was originally published on 8/2/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. Christopher Neidigh has been named principal of West Creek High School, replacing Dr. Tosha Diggs who relocated to North Carolina with her family.
Changes Made to Attendance Policy
Please note: This article was originally published on 7/25/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. The School Board has made changes to its student attendance policy. Student absences may be excused for illness not requiring a doctor visit for up to 5 days per school year.
WCHS Student Wins Car at Pass and Go Event
Please note: This article was originally published on 7/23/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. Congratulations to recent West Creek High grad Nathan Roy who won a brand new car from Wyatt Johnson in the Fifth Annual Pass and Go event, a reward celebration for Clarksville-Montgomery County School System Advanced Placement students who score a 3, 4 or 5 on their exam.
Schools Director Receives National Award
Please note: This article was originally published on 7/19/2013. Information and/or dates from past events may be not be relevant for the current school year. Director of Schools Dr. B. J. Worthington was presented with the Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award last week by the National School Public Relations Association at its 60th annual national seminar in San Diego, Calif. Worthington’s selection recognizes him as practicing superintendent of schools or CEO of an education agency, service center or intermediate unit for outstanding leadership in school public relations and communication.
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