May is Mental Health Awareness Month. To honor this month our mental health team is asking our school community to wear green (the color of Mental Health Awareness Month) on Wednesday, May 7.
Please note that Friday, May 16 is an early dismissal day for all schools to accommodate senior capstone presentations in the afternoon. The dismissal times have been set as follows: CMS - 10:25 a.m. MED - 10:40 a.m. CHS - 10:50 a.m. Please be sure to update your calendars!
Due to unused emergency closing days, we are modifying this year's calendar. All District schools and offices will now be closed on Friday, May 23, 2025. Please be sure to update your calendars and enjoy the extra-long weekend.
Please note that Friday, May 16 is an early dismissal day for all schools to accommodate senior capstone presentations in the afternoon. The dismissal times have been set as follows:
CMS - 10:25 a.m.
MED - 10:40 a.m.
CHS - 10:50 a.m.
Please be sure to update your calendars!
Order your 2025 CMS yearbook now at https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/ChathamMiddle2025
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
