Colt Corner
Colleyville Middle School
May 26, 2022
Colts,
We did it! The 2021-2022 school year is officially over and summer for our Colts has arrived. I would like to begin by thanking each of you for your support during this school year. Like life, there are ups and downs, but a couple of things were constant and that was our love for Colleyville Middle School and our Colt Pride. I am grateful to have been able to lead such an amazing school with great students, staff, and school community. I will forever be grateful for the memories we have made over the school year.
For our Colts that are moving on, I want to congratulate you on the next chapter of life. I know that each of our students can do great things in the future if they show the same determination and grit like they have done over these past few years.
For our returning Colts, as always, we will get rested up over the summer and be ready for a great 2022-2023 school year!
I hope that each of you have a wonderful summer! Once a Colt, always a Colt!
David Arencibia, Ed.D.
Colleyville Middle School, Principal
Twitter: @CmsColts - #TeamCMS - #ColtPride
B.E.S.T. - Building Excellent Schools Together
UPCOMING DATES/EVENTS
June - Early August - CMS will be closed for renovations over the summer
August 1-5 - Dance Summer Camp - CMS North Gym
August 12 - Colt Camp for 6th Grade and New Students
August 17 - First Day of School
August 19 - PTA Back to School Social - 3:45 - 6:00 - Football Field
August 29-9/2 - Scholastic Book Fair in the Learning Commons
August 30 - PTA General Meeting - 5:45 - 6:15pm - CMS Cafeteria
August 30 - Middle School Curriculum Night - 6:15 - 7:45pm
In this Edition of the Colt Corner
* STAAR and STAAR EOC Individual Results
* PTA CMS T-Shirt design contest
* GHS Fish Camp Information
* CHHS Fish Camp Information
* Counselors' Corner - Credit By Exam Registration, Summer Bridging Course Information, When the School Year Ends, Summer Meals Begin, Additional Resources
Repeated Information
* GCISD Update - May 25, 2022
* New and Returning students PE and Athletic Workout Gear
* CMS School Supply Packs for 2022-2023 - Ordering Information
* Returning GCISD Student Registration for the 22/23 School Year
* GCISD Transfer Reminders
* 2022-2023 7th Grade Parents - Immunization Records
* 2022 Summer Food Service Program Information
* GCISD Color Guard Camp
* Bring Your Own Device FAQs
* Construction Updates
* Drivers Ed – VOEs Needed
* Moving over the Summer Break?
* Math Telescoping Exams
* Colt Camp - 2022 - 2023 Colt Camp for All Students New to CMS, August 12, 2022
* Middle School Schedule Changes for 2022-2023
* Colleyville Middle School Directory - Who To Contact
22-23 End of Year Video
STAAR and STAAR EOC Individual Results
Results for STAAR and End of Course exams are expected to be available on June 16, and results for all other STAAR exams are expected to be available on June 24. Families will have new access codes for the texasassessment.gov portal posted in Skyward Family Access by those dates.
In the meantime, parents and students can view preliminary results by logging into the student's Edugence account from this school year. To login to Edugence, students will need to login to "Classlink", select Edugence and then select "State Assessments" on the left side of the screen.
STAAR and STAAR EOC Individual Results
STAAR and STAAR EOC Individual Results
Results for STAAR and End of Course exams are expected to be available on June 16, and results for all other STAAR exams are expected to be available on June 24. Families will have new access codes for the texasassessment.gov portal posted in Skyward Family Access by those dates.
In the meantime, parents and students can view preliminary results by logging into the student's Edugence account from this school year. To login to Edugence, students will need to login to "Classlink", select Edugence and then select "State Assessments" on the left side of the screen.
Counselors’ Corner (May 23 - 27)
Counselors’ Corner May 23 - 27
Credit by Exam Registration
The summer CBE Online Registration is now open on the GCISD Website. The deadline for registering is noon on May 26, 2022. Online Remote Proctorio Testing dates will be July18-28 . Please use this link to access the GCISD CBE website.
Summer Bridging Course Information:
Summer Bridge Courses are designed for students who would like to move from on level or pre-ap math and science courses to accelerated courses in middle school.
Registration and Course Fees: $300 per course
For dates, registration, and other details, please use this link: Summer Bridging Course Information
When the School Year Ends, Summer Meals Begin:
Starting June 1st, find a nearby MealSite. No form of identification is required, kids simply show up.
For a Meal near you: Call 211 or Text FOOD to 304-304 or visit SummerFood.org
Additional Resources:
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Your MENTAL HEALTH is just as important as your physical HEALTH
Find a Local Therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
SELF-CARE IDEAS:
-Try a New Workout on Youtube
-Go for a long walk where it’s quiet/peaceful
-Do a random act of Kindness
-Write down 10 things you are grateful for
-Take yourself out to a nice restaurant
-Ask for help if you’re really struggling
-Organize your closet/wardrobe
Out Came the Sun: Helping Children as they Grieve https://cbcst.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/CBCST-Grief-Booklet-051617-flipbook.pdf
In This Edition
Important Upcoming Dates: As the summer approaches, check out these important dates for this week and beyond.
Celebrating the Class of 2022: As graduation ceremonies continue throughout GCISD, we introduce the valedictorian, salutatorian and top 10 from each graduating class.
Mandy Alexander Named GMS Principal: Mandy Alexander, current Grapevine High School associate principal, has been named the new principal of Grapevine Middle School.
2022-2023 Registration: Registration for ALL students (new and returning) for the 2022-2023 school year remains open. Read below for more information on how to register.
Device Check: As we prepare for summer, now is a great time to look at your child's GCISD-issued devices and ask them about any issues they may be having.
2022-2023 Summer Information
22-23 CMS School Supplies
New and Returning Colts PE and Athletic Workout Gear
2022 - 2023 Colt Camp for All Students New to CMS
Registration for the 2022-2023 school year now open
Registration for both new and returning families is open in Skyward. As a reminder, the primary guardian will need to complete the registration in Skyward Family Access. If you have forgotten your login and/or password, please click on Forgot login or password on the login screen and that information will be sent to your email.
Please note that bus rider registration will not be included in Skyward registration this year. If students need to register as a bus rider, they can do so by visiting www.GCISD.net/transportation after completing registration in Skyward.
6th grade parents - Vaccines Reminder
Summer is almost here! Please remember your student will need the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines before starting 7th grade. These are often given during 11 and 12 year old well visits. Turning your student's immunization records into the nurse now gets this off your list of "to dos" for summer and makes for an easier registration process! You can view and print your child's vaccine records on file with GCISD by logging in to your Skyward Family Access account. Pick your student's name and then click "Health Info" on the bottom of the left column. Then click "display options" at the top. A box will pop up and click "Show Vaccinations". You can take this record to CVS, Walgreens, CareNow, or any facility or pharmacy who offers vaccinations should you not have a primary care doctor.
Nurse Martin email: sophia.martin@gcisd.net
22/23 Student Transfers Reminders
22/23 Student Transfers
All transfer requests, no matter the type, are handled by the Transfer Department at the district level. Parents will find out if their student's transfer was approved or denied before the campus will.
For the most up to date information on Student Transfers please visit www.GCISD.net, under the PARENT header click on Transfer Information.
If that does not provide the information you need then please email the Transfer Department at gcisd.student.transfers@gcisd.net
Per the Transfer Department:
"The hope is that we will be able to inform parents as soon as possible. However, there is always a possibility that determinations will/can be made much later. Please know that it can be up until the week before school starts before a determination is made."
GCISD Color Guard Camp
Introducing the 2nd Annual GCISD Color Guard Camp. The CHHS Diamonds Color Guard have teamed up with the GHS Color Guard to bring you a FULL week of FULL day Color Guard activities. Open to incoming 1st-8th graders, the camp will teach your kids how to spin flags, spin rifles (7th and 8th graders), dance, and perform.
The camp will run from June 27th-July 1st 8:30am-4:00pm. Drop off is from 8-8:30am and pick up is from 4-4:30pm.
Bring Your Own Device FAQs
As a reminder, beginning in August 2022, personal PC or MacBook laptops will no longer be able to connect to the internet while on a GCISD campus. This means that students will need to use a district-issued device while on campus.
The District has compiled a list of frequently asked questions regarding this change. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please direct them to technology@gcisd.net.
2022 Summer Food Service Program Information
For a meal near you call 211 or Text FOOD to 304-304
The Summer Food Service Program provides free meals to all children age 18 and younger. These meals provide essential nutrients for active growing kids. Children need good nutrition year-round so they can learn, grow and succeed in life. With nearly 2 million food insecure children living in Texas, these healthy meals are vital to nourishing young Texans during the summer vacation.
Summer food program meal sites help children succeed by providing the nourishment they need to return to school in the fall ready to thrive. To participate in the free meal program, all kids have to do is show up at a serving site.
Locations of summer sites for daily meal service: (a traditional breakfast and lunch will be served daily)
Timberline Elementary
3220 Timberline Dr.
June 1 - July 1
7:30 - 8:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cross Timbers Middle
2301 Pool Rd.
June 6 - August 4
7:30 - 8:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be offer vs. serve. Students will need to select a minimum three components for breakfast and lunch. At lunch the meal must include a fruit or vegetable in order to have a complete meal.
The entire meal must be consumed at the serving site absolutely no “to go” breakfasts or lunches are available.
For additional information please call the GCISD Nutrition Services Department at 817-251-5618 or email child.nutrition@gcisd.net. For more information about the national Summer Food Service Program, visit SummerFood.org.
CMS School Supply List '22-'23
Middle School Schedule Changes for 2022-2023
Middle School Schedule Changes for 2022-2023
As we continue to make plans for the 2022-2023 school year, GCISD would like to make middle school parents aware of an important schedule change that is coming next school year. All four GCISD middle schools will utilize a schedule that features all seven class periods, plus the student’s advisory period, each day.
Additionally, this schedule will change the start time of each school day to 8:10 a.m. and the end time of each day to 3:30 p.m. The start and end times for all GCISD elementary and high schools will not be changed for next year.
After a review of the current schedule and staffing, these changes will allow middle schools and the District to use staff time and resources more efficiently while continuing to meet the needs of our students.
An example schedule can be viewed here, but each campus will share their final class schedule with families when it is available. If you have any questions, please contact your campus.
Construction Updates
Colleyville Middle School will be closed over the summer due to renovations taking place inside the school building.
Also, over the next few months, construction updates will be taking place on a few of our GCISD campuses. The track and turf at the following locations will be closed for school and public use:
The track and field at Mustang Panther Stadium will be closed beginning May 1
The track and field at Colleyville Heritage High will be closed beginning May 1
The track and field at Cross Timbers Middle will be closed beginning June 1
Please do not utilize the areas specified at these facilities during construction. Thank you!
Drivers Ed – Verification Of Enrollments (VOE) Needed
VOE's may be requested by sending your student to the main office or email your request to our Data-Clerk Heather.Ingram@GCISD.net, and include your students First and Last name. The last day to request VOE's is May 25. Students can come to the main office to pick up their VOE once it is ready.
Moving over the Summer Break?
Whether it be moving out of GCISD or just moving a few streets over; please go to the link below and follow the instructions for your circumstances.
https://cms.gcisd.net/resources/registration___withdrawals
* Please be Aware: That technology, and similar items are the property of the district and are provided for student use as a matter of convenience. District property must be returned upon your student’s withdrawal from GCISD. In the event that a device is not returned as described, GCISD will report the device as stolen to the local police department.
Math Telescoping Exams
Testing opportunities for telescoping in math for the 2022-2023 school year are available in JUNE and JULY 2022 for GCISD students who are completing Grades K-7.
The Math Telescoping Parent Information Packet will be available on the GCISD district website under the “Parents” tab and then click on “Math Telescoping”. Here you will be on the main Math Telescoping, Grades K-7 website page. Also, you can view the Acceleration Testing Calendar for 2021-2022 on the website.
Parents will find information about the requirements to qualify for Math Telescoping and instructions about the Online Registration Process and the required Payment Online Process. View the TEKS on the TEA website, and download Study Guides for the exams purchased from UTHS-Austin.
Exam Fee(s)
There is a fee of $30.00 for each “PAPER” (required for grades 1 & 2, optional for grades 3-7) Math Telescoping exam and $40.00 for each “Online Remote Proctorio” exam (grades 3-7 only) ordered from UTHS-Austin. ALL payments are to be made online at the end of the registration form. A link for the online payment will be provided.
Exams for 1st and 2nd grade must be given orally. These Paper exams will be administered at the GCISD location. Proctors will read the questions and students will mark their answers in the test booklet. Proctors will transcribe their answers to a computer graded answer sheet for scoring by the UTHS-Austin Testing Center.
The online registration form will go live on March 21, 2022 for the June test dates.
The online registration form will go live on June 13, 2022 for the July test dates.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The exam dates, registration and online payment deadlines for each exam date are listed below:
JUNE Exam Dates:
Online Remote Proctorio: June 6-16, 2022 (to be taken from home computer)
Paper (In-Person): June 6 & 7, 2022 (9:00 am & 1:00 pm HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL)
Online Registration Opens: March 21, 2022
Online Registration & Exam Fee/Payment (Online payments only) Deadline: Mar. 31, 2022 at 3:00 pm. The Online Registration Form will become unavailable at 3:00 pm, March 31, 2022.
Incomplete registrations cannot be considered and no exceptions can be granted.
JULY Exam Dates:
Online Remote Proctorio: July 18-28, 2022 (to be taken from home computer)
Paper (In-Person): July 18 & 19, 2022 (9:00 am & 1:00 pm HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL)
Online Registration Opens: June 13, 2022
Online Registration & Exam Fee/Payment (Online payments only) Deadline: June 21, 2022, 3:00 pm
The Online Registration Form will become unavailable at 3:00 pm, June 21, 2022.
Incomplete registrations cannot be considered and no exceptions can be granted.