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Students are assigned to schools based on geographic location of their legal guardian's residence. New students to Clovis register at these respective schools. Elementary and middle school students may be granted zone exceptions if the receiving school has sufficient room. New students will need immunizations, social security numbers, birth certificates for kindergarten, and school records when they enroll.


View the 2008-2009 Registration Schedule.


Kindergarten
Kindergarten classes are held in full-day sessions. Children who are five years of age on or before 12:01 AM on September 1 of the school year must enroll in kindergarten. Birth certificates, up-to-date immunization records, and social security numbers are required at the time of registration.

School zone information may be obtained by calling our Administration Office at (575) 769-4300.
Curriculum
  • Elementary
  • Middle School
  • High School
Elementary School (K-6)
The elementary school curriculum stresses skill and concept development in mathematics, language arts, science/health and social studies. Students also receive instruction in physical education and the visual and performing arts, which includes music, art, theater, and dance.  Both a sixth-grade band and 4-6th grade orchestral program are available to all interested students. Students also learn to use computers as an instructional tool. Character education is integrated across the curriculum to develop students’ moral reasoning skills.

Middle School (7-8)
The middle school curriculum uses a total teaming concept to build on the academic fundamentals of the elementary school and allows students to take two electives each year. It continues to focus on the student’s ethical development and technological literacy.  In addition, the middle school curriculum provides the foundation for learning foreign languages and offers a variety of athletic courses aimed at building positive teamwork, strong character, physical strength, and mental acuity.  The 8th grade required Fitness for Life course seeks to establish the student’s lifelong commitment to good nutrition, and physical fitness. 
Freshman Campus (9 only)
The Freshman High School Campus is the launching point for a successful secondary school experience.  Through a total teaming concept, the freshman high school curriculum provides all students with the basic fundamentals of language arts, social studies, science/health, and mathematics and includes foreign languages, music, fine arts, athletics, and career-technical education. Pre-Advanced Placement courses are offered in language arts and math.  Through the required Gateway to Careers course, students are introduced to a variety of career pathways that directly align with the student’s selected course of study, while developing workplace ethics and organizational skills.  Expanded learning opportunities are available through a partnership with Clovis Community College, which includes dual enrollment and online learning opportunities.  In addition, 10-12th grade course offerings are available, and Challenge Exams in Math and English allow students to demonstrate mastery of course content by passing an assessment designed for each required course.  Character development continues to be integrated across the curriculum.

High School (10-12)
The high school curriculum is the most comprehensive ranging in scope from the basic fundamentals of language arts, social studies, science/health, and mathematics, to foreign languages, music, fine arts, and career-technical education.  Advanced Placement courses are offered in language arts, math, science, and social studies. Students continue to link required and elective courses to their chosen Career Pathway. Expanded learning opportunities are available through a partnership with Clovis Community College, which includes dual enrollment, tech prep programs, online courses, a two-year Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program, and the Technical Career Center.  In addition, Challenge Exams in several Math and English courses allow students to demonstrate mastery of course content by passing an assessment designed for each required course.  Character development continues to be integrated across the curriculum.


View the CMS Standards Based Essential Learning Cards
Deputy Superintendent
  - Ladona Clayton
    lclayton

Director of Instruction
  - Janet Hunt
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Executive Assistant
  - Glena Cooper

Phone
 575-769-4321


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