A reminder that today, Thursday, March 20 is our third mandatory bus drill for bus riders prek-12. The drills will take place at for CMS/CHS students at regular dismissal (approx. 2:35 p.m. start time). The drills will take approximately 15 minutes to complete, please be patient with arrival times for buses.
Collect items for our local animal rescues & shelters. Collection boxes located in the CMS main lobby and CHS Life Skills classroom (Mrs. Rossi-Nolan) Collection dates are March 10th ~ April 9th. For more information, email Meg Thorsen thorsenm@chatham.k12.ny.us
SUGGESTED ITEMS:
Cat and kitten food ~ dry and wet,
Dog and puppy food ~ dry and wet,
Small blankets and towels (new or gently used),
Beds (new or gently used),
Treats,
Food bowls,
Toys,
Leashes,
Cat litter,
Paper towels,
“Piddle” pads.
Support our 6th grade and have a Meal With Meaning Thursday, March 13 ALL DAY at the Gnome Bistro & Gnome Slice Pizzeria - 20% of all dine-in and take-out sales at both locations will go to the Chatham Middle School 6th grade class!
Modified Spring Sports sign ups start February 24 on Arbiter Sports https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/chatham-athletics . If you are interested in playing a spring sport, do not wait until the last minute to sign up. Any questions, please see Mr. Brantley.
Chatham Central School District is closed today, Thursday, February 6.
Get your Panthers gear and help the 6th grade raise funds for their annual Bronx Zoo trip in May at the same time! Shop at https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/NY/Chatham/Chatham+Middle+School
Chatham CSD is on a 2-hour delay today, Monday, February 3rd.
CMS Valentine’s Spirit Week is Feb. 10-14.
Monday the 10th: Show your love for your favorite sport and/or
team! Wear team gear!
Tuesday the 11th: Dress to impress your crush or friend - Dress
up nicely!
Wednesday the 12th: Pink Out Day - everyone wear PINK!
Thursday the 13th: Spread the Love - everyone wear any red or
white, or clothes with hearts.
Friday the 14th: Friendship Day/Group Fit - wear matching
outfits with your group of friends! Or your own mismatched
clothes!
MED, CMS, and CHS Ski Clubs are cancelled today, January 22 due to the extreme cold.
Dear CMS families, please have your child(ren) check the lost and found for any missing clothing items, etc. they have misplaced. We will be disposing of any unclaimed clothing over December break.
CMS picture retakes are now scheduled for Thursday, January 9, 2025.
Chatham schools have a 2-hour delay today, Thursday, December 5. MED students will have no school today due to parent conferences - conferences will go on as scheduled.
CMS Make-Up Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, December 5 from 8:00-10:00 a.m. Students should bring their pictures with them for retakes. If a student has not had their picture taken, they may do so on Thursday.
Please help us make Thanksgiving baskets for Chatham families in need! CMS will be donating Thanksgiving baskets this year with all the fixins! To help, bring in snacks, rolls, potatoes, sweet potatoes, stuffing, gravy, desserts, canned vegetables, cranberry sauce, paper plates, and napkins before November 25.
Support our 6th grade field trip to the Bronx Zoo with our exclusive Chatham Panthers spirit store! Gear up for the holidays (or any day!) with a wide selection of awesome Panther pride merch. We've got something for everyone.
For students: T-shirts & Sweatshirts, Jackets & Backpacks, Water bottles & Hats, Cozy Blankets & More! Staff & teachers: Show your Panther pride too! We have a selection of t-shirts just for you.
**PLUS! Enjoy a 25% discount on EVERYTHING in the store NOW THROUGH December 10!
That's right, show your school spirit and grab some amazing gifts at the same time. Important note: A few items may be labeled "Chatham Middle School" but the majority of the store features traditional Chatham Panthers gear.
Click here to shop now: http://1stplace.sale/66935
On Friday, November 15, 8th-grade students will attend a special preview performance by Shakespeare & Company at the high school. After the performance, these students will be dismissed directly from the high school instead of returning to the middle school for dismissal.
Our Faculty vs. Faculty Basketball Game is Wednesday, November 13 at 6pm in the CHS gym! MED & CMS faculty take on the CHS faculty. Suggested donation is $2 for students/$5 for adults. Proceeds benefit the Class of 2025.
Chatham Middle School invites veterans of the United States Armed Forces and their family members to be our honored guests at the CMS Veterans Day Celebration Friday, November 8 in the CMS auditorium. Guests are asked to arrive at 8:45 a.m. For more info, please contact the CMS main office at 518-392-1560.
If you plan on trick-or-treating in the village this Halloween, be sure to stop by CMS. Chatham teachers will have a tent set up out front and will be handing out candy from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Halloween night!
The CMS Veterans Day ceremony is coming up quickly - we are looking for photos of family members that are veterans to include in our slideshow. Please email photos to Mrs. Metrando by November 1st. Please include your relationship to the person in the photo when sending it in. If you have a physical picture you can drop it off in the main office during homeroom or put it in Mrs. Metrando’s mailbox.