W.D. Gattis Middle School

📢 Camp Wildcat Parking Update Heads up, Camp Wildcat families! Due to roofing work at Yucca Middle School, the East parking lot will be closed beginning Monday, June 9, 2025. 🚗 Please use the West parking lot by the gym for all drop-offs and pick-ups. Need to visit the front office? Enter through the gym doors - signs will guide you, and staff will be there to assist. Check out the attached map for details. Thanks for your understanding as we make improvements to our campus!

Reminder: Camp Wildcat runs from Monday-Thursday and does not meet on Fridays.

Reminder: District offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2205 for Memorial Day. --- Las oficinas del distrito estarán cerradas el lunes 26 de mayo de 2025 por el Día de los Caídos

Juniors Volleyball Camp 📅July 29-July 31 ⏰ 3rd-5th Grade (4:30-6 PM); 6th-8th Grade (6:15-8 PM) 📍Clovis High School - The Rock Gym Cost: $55 Registration: Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeYD1adVZvbaL.../viewform This camp is open to students who will be in 3rd-8th grade in the 25/26 school year. Students will need to bring their insurance card, a check or exact change, gym shoes, a water bottle, and knee pads (optional). Questions? Contact Coach Hill - 575-769-4350 ext. 1018

If your Jr. High or High School student is interested in playing football, come join us for an informational parent meeting. Date: May 22nd Day: Thursday Time: 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Lecture Hall, Clovis HS We will cover: 1. Summer Strength and Conditioning Plan 2. Full-contact camp for HS athletes 3. 7-9th grade camp 4. Two-a-day plan 5. In-Season Plan 6. Introduce our Booster Club and gather support

Reminder: Friday, May 23, 2025 - Last Day of School for Staff and Students - Early Release Elementary: 12:00 PM 6th-8th Grade: 12:30 PM 9th-12th Grade: 12:50 PM --- Recordatorio: Último Dia de Escuela para el Personal y Estudiantes - Salida Temprana Estudiantil. Viernes, 23 de mayo, 2025 PRIMARIA: 12:00 PM 6.º a 8.º grado: 12:30 PM 9.º a 12.º grado: 12:50 PM

Clovis Cross Country Summer Workouts - 🏃🏻 Open to incoming 7th-12th graders 📆 June 3-June 26, 2025; 3 times a week (Tuesday-Thursday) 📍 Tu/Thu - At CHS by the Track; Wednesday at Hillcrest by the Splash Pad 📆 July 7-July 24; 4 times a week (Monday-Thursday) 📍Mon/Wed - Hillcrest by the Splash Pad; Tu/Thu at CHS by the track ❓Questions? Contact Elizabeth.ledezma@clovis-schools.org 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-R1enrl-5PilCXK6e9GbOm2aQMwm77uQ25w2uI2Bt4cXPwQ/viewform Runners must have a physical and proof of insurance uploaded to Rank One to participate.

The Clovis Wildcat Wrestling Team will be hosting a Wrestling Clinic 🤼 Open to boys and girls entering 6th-12th grade 📆 June 10-12, 2025 ⏰ 9 AM - 2 PM 📍Cameo Gym (1500 Cameo St.) 🍎 Free lunch provided ❓Questions: contact Eric.Zottneck@clovis-schools.org 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4QzaCGnJeFaSHiXxUvYNFcv0G82ZznnSBK57T-LX2A_SRwQ/viewform The Clovis Wrestling Team will also be offering a Thundercat Wrestling Camp 🤼 Open to boys and girls ages 6-12 📆 July 22-25, 2025 ⏰ Ages 6-7: 8:30 AM-10:30 AM; Ages 8-12: 10:30 AM-12:30 PM 📍 Cameo Gym (1500 Cameo St.) ❓Questions: contact Eric.Zottneck@clovis-schools.org 🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqCAZiwMkCmNCbodMWdW5Lc-bSRFH0YeFHRJDtI5baa0NMWg/viewform

At approximately 12:18 PM today, a fire alarm was activated at W.D. Gattis Middle School. Students and staff were safely evacuated, and the fire department responded promptly. The site has been cleared, and it was determined safe to resume instruction.

We’re excited to announce that the Yearbook Signing Party will be held on May 21 from 1:00–2:30 PM. We will also have Lala’s Drink Truck on campus during the event. Students are welcome to bring money if they would like to purchase any treats. Please note: The event is only open to students who have purchased a yearbook.

📣 Support Gattis Cheer! Join us for a carwash on Saturday, May 24 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Advance Auto Parts (2109 N Prince St, Clovis). 🚗 Minimum $10 donation—more is greatly appreciated. Come on out and support the W.D. Gattis Middle School cheer program.

Strategic Plan Parent/Guardian Focus Group As part of the development of our district’s 2025 Strategic Plan, we are seeking input from families through a Parent/Guardian Focus Group. This 45-minute, in-person session will provide an opportunity for parents and guardians to share feedback on key findings gathered by the strategic planning committee. 🗓 Wednesday, May 14, 2025 🕕 6:00–6:45 PM 📍 CMS Board Room | 1009 Main St. ✅ Please register in advance by scanning the QR code on the flyer or clicking the link below https://forms.gle/hdm4HfffWicKkkDGA Thank you for your participation!

UPCOMING DINE TO DONATE OPPORTUNITIES: 🤠 Monday, May 5 from 4 PM to 8 PM - Texas Roadhouse - Benefiting CHS Educators Rising 🍕Tuesday, May 6 from 5 PM to 8 PM - Dion's - Benefiting CHS FCCLA 🍎 Thursday, May 8 from 11 AM to Close - Applebees - Benefiting W.D. Gattis FCCLA Come out and enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our local school organizations.

Join us for CMS Outdoors at Greene Acres. 📅 Saturday, May 17, 2025 📍Greene Acres Park Register today and join us for a fun, outdoor event! Food and drinks will be provided along with a chance to win some fun prizes. Activities include: 🎣 Fishing Derby 📸 Wildlife Photography 👨🏼‍🏭 Welding Demonstration from the Clovis High School CTE program 💪🏼Survival Demonstrations from Cannon Air Force Base Registration link: https://forms.gle/RorpEjdtpHQyjP9q8 or scan the QR code Questions? Contact joseph.williams@clovis-schools.org

Wildcat Color Guard Auditions Open to boys and girls entering grades 9–12 for the 2025–2026 school year. 📅 Audition Dates: • Friday, May 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM • Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 📍 Location: Clovis Freshman Academy - Auxiliary Gym 1400 Cameo St. ✅ Important: You must have a completed physical form dated after April 1, 2025, to try out. https://tinyurl.com/5n8s52am 📲 Register now! Scan the QR code or visit: https://forms.gle/XzbF5mZfkNhLxAV29 🍎 Students must also get teacher recommendations from 3 core teachers and one elective teacher: https://forms.gle/3mfEo3z2CouWa6PT8 📧 Contact: michelle.bjorklund@clovis-schools.org alyssa.glaze@clovis-schools.org jonathan.bjorklund@clovis-schools.org Don't miss your chance to be part of this Wildcat tradition!

**UPDATE: The twelve focus group participant slots have been filled** Help shape the future of student data! 📣 Clovis has been selected to host a PED focus group on the new Statewide Student Info System. 🗓️ May 15, 2025 ⏰ 10:00–10:50 AM 📍 1009 N. Main St. We’re looking for parent voices - Only 12 spots available! Visit https://forms.gle/Viannm9vpqdT7DCT6 to register. Those selected to participate will receive an email confirmation.

All Band Night Concert will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7 PM at The Rock Gym. Tickets are $6 for general admission and $9 for reserved seating. Tickets are available from gofan.co. CMS employee badges allow free admission for employee only.

The Legends Alumni Basketball Tournament will take place this Saturday, April 26 at The Rock Gym at Clovis High School. The Opening Ceremony begins at 9 AM. All-Day Pass is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Come catch the tournament action! Concessions will be available.

Join us for the All Choral Night Concert featuring choirs from Marshall 6th Grade Academy, W.D. Gattis Middle School, Yucca Middle School, Clovis High School Freshman Academy, and Clovis High School. The concert will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7 PM at The Rock Gymnasium at Clovis High School. Tickets are $6 for general seating and $9 for reserved seating. Free admission to CMS Staff with ID badge (for employee only). Tickets are available at gofan.co: https://gofan.co/event/3552334?schoolId=NM12116_1

Do you need an evening out? The Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is offering a Parents Night Out on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at W.D. Gattis Middle School (5100 N. Thornton St.). Children, aged 3-11, will enjoy creative activities, games, and pizza. All children must be potty trained to attend. Register before May 1 and the cost will be $20 for one child and $15 for each additional sibling. Late registration on May 2 will add an additional $5 per child. Payment is cash only at the door. To register, email Heather.Wiggins@clovis-schools.org with your child's name, age, and any food allergies.