New Wireless Device Guidelines for 2025–2026
To comply with a new state law, Clovis Municipal Schools has updated its rules for phones, tablets, smartwatches, smart glasses, and headphones/earbuds:
K-8: Off and out of sight during the school day
9-12: Off during class; allowed at lunch & before/after school
Staff: Use only for professional purposes during instruction
✅ Exceptions apply for emergencies, medical needs, and documented accommodations.
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Nuevas pautas para el uso de aparatos electronicos 2025-2026
Para cumplir con una nueva ley estatal, las escuelas de Clovis Municipal Schools han adoptado neuvas reglas para el uso de aparatos electronicos, incluidos teléfonos, tabletas, relojes inteligentes, gafas intelifentes y audifonos/auriculares.
K-8.º grado: Los aparatos deben estar apagados y fuera de la vista durante el día escolar.
9.º-12.º grado: Los aparatos deben estar apagados durante las clases, pero se permiten en el almuerzo y antes/después de la escuela.
Personal: Los aparatos solo pueden usarse con fines profesionales durante la instrucción.
✅ Se aplican excepciones para emergencias, necesidades médicas y adaptaciones documentadas.
Join us for Open House
📅Wednesday, August 6, 2025
📍CHS and Freshman Academy: 12 pm - 6 pm
📅Thursday, August 7
📍Elementary Schools and iAcademy: 2:30-4:30 pm
📍Marshall 6th Grade Academy: 4 pm-5:30 pm
📍Gattis and Yucca Middle School: 5 pm-6:30 pm
📅Tuesday, August 12
📍Lockwood Early Childhood Center: 11 am-1 pm and 5 pm - 6:30 pm
On August 4th, schedules will be available for students in grades 7-12 if returning student verification has been fully completed.
Elementary-aged students will receive their teacher assignments at open house.
All of our campuses are open during regular school hours if you need help completing the online enrollment or returning student registration forms.
Calling all former Cross Country runners and coaches - Join us for the Alumni 1 Mile Race on Saturday, August 9th at 8 AM. The event has been moved to the Yucca Middle School track.
Contact Elizabeth.Ledezma@clovis-schools.org for more information.
Contact Elizabeth.Ledezma@clovis-schools.org for more information.
The Office of the Special Education Ombud (OSEO) offers free, confidential support to help New Mexico families navigate the special education system. Services include advocacy, meeting support, and collaboration to reduce barriers for students. OSEO also hosts monthly virtual office hours every first Thursday from 4:00–5:00 p.m., August 2025 through June 2026, where families can ask questions and get guidance. Join online at meet.google.com/xav-qcjs-nxe or call 505-841-4565 for more support.
Join the CHS Wildcadettes for an exciting performance clinic!
Participants will:
💜 Cheer in the stands during the first half
💜 Perform at halftime on the field
💜 Enjoy a pre-game meal with the Wildcadettes
💜 Learn fun routines and dance technique!
Clinic Dates:
📝 Registration: Aug. 18 | 5:00–5:30 p.m.
🗓️ Aug. 18, 19 & 21 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 CHS North Gym
🏈Performance Night at the CHS vs. Farmington Game:
Aug. 22 | 5:30 p.m. | CHS North Gym
Cost: $50 (includes T-shirt + meal)
Ages: 3 years–6th grade
Questions? Email: Kymberly.cordova@clovis-schools.org
Participants will:
💜 Cheer in the stands during the first half
💜 Perform at halftime on the field
💜 Enjoy a pre-game meal with the Wildcadettes
💜 Learn fun routines and dance technique!
Clinic Dates:
📝 Registration: Aug. 18 | 5:00–5:30 p.m.
🗓️ Aug. 18, 19 & 21 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 CHS North Gym
🏈Performance Night at the CHS vs. Farmington Game:
Aug. 22 | 5:30 p.m. | CHS North Gym
Cost: $50 (includes T-shirt + meal)
Ages: 3 years–6th grade
Questions? Email: Kymberly.cordova@clovis-schools.org
Students who miss the first few days of school and whose families haven’t contacted us by day three may be dropped from enrollment.
To avoid re-enrollment delays:
✅ Send your child on the first day of school
📞 Call your school if your child will be absent
To avoid re-enrollment delays:
✅ Send your child on the first day of school
📞 Call your school if your child will be absent
It’s time to stock up on the latest gear from the Wildcat Swag Shop! Whether you're repping your team at the game, showing spirit at school, or just love that Wildcat energy - we’ve got the shirt for you!
🛍️ Shop now:
https://www.thebrandedshop.com/collections/clovis-municipal-schools
🛍️ Shop now:
https://www.thebrandedshop.com/collections/clovis-municipal-schools
Returning Student Verification is Now Open!
Verification for all returning students for the 2025–26 school year opened July 15!
Parents and guardians will need to log in to Skyward Family Access to update and confirm their child’s information.
Completing verification early helps us prepare class schedules, transportation, and other important services for a smooth start to the school year!
🔗 https://cmsskyward.clovis-schools.org/
Let’s get ready for another great year!
Verification for all returning students for the 2025–26 school year opened July 15!
Parents and guardians will need to log in to Skyward Family Access to update and confirm their child’s information.
Completing verification early helps us prepare class schedules, transportation, and other important services for a smooth start to the school year!
🔗 https://cmsskyward.clovis-schools.org/
Let’s get ready for another great year!
The WIldcat Tennis Camp scheduled for July 12, 2025 has been moved to the North Gym of the Rock due to last night's rain. The camp will still be held at this new location.
Important Notice: Temporary Skyward Access Downtime on July 9
On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, we will begin preparing for the new school year by rolling over district data in Skyward. As a result, Skyward Student Access, Family Access, and New Student Online Enrollment will be temporarily unavailable for the entire day.
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Aviso Importante: Interrupción Temporal del Acceso a Skyward el 9 de Julio
El miércoles 9 de julio de 2025, comenzaremos a preparar el nuevo año escolar realizando la actualización de datos del distrito en Skyward. Como resultado, el Acceso para Estudiantes, el Acceso para Familias y la Inscripción en Línea para Nuevos Estudiantes no estarán disponibles durante todo el día.
On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, we will begin preparing for the new school year by rolling over district data in Skyward. As a result, Skyward Student Access, Family Access, and New Student Online Enrollment will be temporarily unavailable for the entire day.
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Aviso Importante: Interrupción Temporal del Acceso a Skyward el 9 de Julio
El miércoles 9 de julio de 2025, comenzaremos a preparar el nuevo año escolar realizando la actualización de datos del distrito en Skyward. Como resultado, el Acceso para Estudiantes, el Acceso para Familias y la Inscripción en Línea para Nuevos Estudiantes no estarán disponibles durante todo el día.
📣 Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic: No Appointment Needed!
The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting a walk-in vaccine clinic to help students get up-to-date on their immunizations before the new school year begins!
🗓️ Dates:
• July 11, 2024
• August 22, 2025
🕘 Times: 9:00–11:00 a.m. & 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Clovis Public Health Office, 1216 Cameo St, Clovis, NM 88101
📞 Phone: 575-763-5583
Learn more: www.Vaccinenm.org
The New Mexico Department of Health is hosting a walk-in vaccine clinic to help students get up-to-date on their immunizations before the new school year begins!
🗓️ Dates:
• July 11, 2024
• August 22, 2025
🕘 Times: 9:00–11:00 a.m. & 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Clovis Public Health Office, 1216 Cameo St, Clovis, NM 88101
📞 Phone: 575-763-5583
Learn more: www.Vaccinenm.org
📢 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.
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Las oficinas del distrito estarán cerradas el lunes 26 de mayo de 2025 por el Día de los Caídos
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
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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
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
Registration for Camp Wildcat has closed early due to reaching full capacity. Thank you to everyone who signed up!
Families still interested in the state’s Summer Literacy Program can apply at literacy.nm.gov (Deadline May 20, 2025). Only a limited number of spots remain, and applicants may be placed on a wait list if the program fills.
For questions about Summer Youth Program availability by grade level, please contact Garrick Sherrod at garrick.sherrod@clovis-schools.org.
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!
**UPDATE: THE SUMMER FOOTBALL CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELLED**
🏈 “Ride for the Brand” Youth Football Camp - June 3-5 at Clovis High School’s Leon Williams Stadium! Open to incoming 1st-6th graders, the camp offers skill-building, fun drills, and instruction from CHS coaches and players. The cost is $55 and includes a free T-shirt- register now at www.gofan.co. For questions, email Coach Stan Hodges at stan.hodges@clovis-schools.org!
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
