
As we head into winter break next week, we want to send our students and families off with a quick reminder: strong attendance helps students thrive. We’re excited to start 2026 together on the right foot.
Students return on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Let’s work together to melt away absences and make the new year a season of growth, connection, and great learning.
We hope you enjoy a safe, restful break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in January.
#AttendanceMatters | BeHereNM.org

December 15th – December 19th
Get ready to show your holiday cheer all week long! Here’s what each day looks like:
📅 12/15 – Grinch Day / Pajama Day
Dress like anyone from Whoville, wear your Grinchiest green, or rock your favorite cozy jammies!
📅 12/16 – Holiday Headwear Day
Wear your favorite festive headwear or holiday hat!
📅 12/17 – Ugly Sweater Day
Pull out your silliest, tackiest, most festive holiday sweater!
📅 12/18 – Best Holiday Outfit Day
Show off your most cheerful and festive holiday outfit!
📅 12/19 – Pajama Day
What better way to end the semester than staying comfy in your pajamas?
✨ We can’t wait to see all the holiday spirit! ✨
Meals are available for students currently enrolled at CMS. Each site will provide approximately 150 advanced meals. You may be directed to a different location if all the meals at that site have already been served.
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Las comidas anticipadas gratuitas estarán disponibles la próxima semana, el miércoles 17 de diciembre de 2025 de 8:00 a. m. a 10:30 a. m. en las siguientes ubicaciones: Arts Academy at Bella Vista, iAcademy (1400 Cameo), Lockwood Early Childhood Center, Clovis High School, Yucca Middle School y Zia Elementary.
Hay comidas disponibles para los estudiantes actualmente inscritos en CMS. Cada sitio proporcionará aproximadamente 150 comidas anticipadas. Es posible que lo dirijan a una ubicación diferente si ya se sirvieron todas las comidas en ese sitio.


Reminder: The next CMS volunteer training is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, at 1:30 PM in the G.C. Ross Administration Building boardroom, located at 1009 N. Main Street.
Each session lasts about 45 minutes. All volunteers must complete training before they are eligible to volunteer at a school or district event.
Have questions? Contact cms.volunteers@clovis-schools.org


Student Support is hosting a parent learning virtual session from NM Parent University.
Virtual Session 1-Strategies for Communication and Collaboration: Working in Partnership with Your Child's School.
Wednesday, November 19,
9:30AM-11:00AM
There are two options for attending the free training:
* In person: Cameo Library (1500 Cameo St).
* Virtual via Zoom - @ https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82660426962.
Spanish translation will be provided within the Zoom session. For Spanish-speaking families to hear the interpretation, the Spanish channel needs to be selected within Zoom. Spanish-speaking parents will need to access the Zoom session either on a computer or on their phones with headphones and select the Spanish interpretation channel.

Advanced meals for Thanksgiving Break will be available for pickup on Wednesday, November 19th from 8:00-10:30 at the Arts Academy at Bella Vista, iAcademy (Formerly CHSFA), Clovis High School, Lockwood Early Childhood Center, Yucca Middle School, and Zia Elementary.



Due to circumstances beyond our control, we must postpone our Trust for Troops event to a later date. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and support, and we’ll share the new date as soon as it’s confirmed.
Thank you for standing with us in honoring our troops.

Election Day
Make Your Vote Count!
✔ Find Your Polling Place
✔ Check Both Sides of the Ballot
✔ Follow Instructions Carefully
CMS Ballot Items:
• General Obligation Bond for the renovation of Clovis High School
• Capital Improvement Act Tax Renewal to fund maintenance of school facilities.

📣 You’re Invited!
Join us for the Annual Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting — an opportunity to share ideas, discuss family engagement, and strengthen our partnership between home and school.
🗓 Thursday, November 6 | 10:00 a.m.
📍 Central Office Boardroom (1009 N. Main St.)
💻 Can’t make it in person? Scan the QR code below to join virtually!
All parents and guardians are welcome. We look forward to connecting with you! 💜



Reminder: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in observance of the state-mandated General Election Day. The G.C. Ross Administration Building will be open.

They will be keeping a close eye on what happens as the seasons change!

UPDATE (11/13) - THE LUNCHEON HAS BEEN POSTPONED.
👑 You’re invited!
Clovis High School FCCLA will host The 2025 Prince & Princess Luncheon on Saturday, November 15, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in the CHS Cafeteria.
Dress up as a prince or princess and enjoy a fresh meal, fun activities, and a royal good time!
🎟️ Tickets are $25 for one adult and one child (+$5 for each additional child).
Purchase from FCCLA members or contact Amy Garcia at amy.garcia@clovis-schools.org
or (575) 760-0507.

🌟 Join Us for Our Circle of Security Parent Session! 🌟
Are you looking for ways to better understand your child’s emotions and strengthen your bond? 💕
Circle of Security is a relationship-based parenting program that helps parents and caregivers:
✨ Recognize and respond to their child’s emotional needs
✨ Build stronger, more secure attachments
✨ Support positive behavior and confidence
Lockwood Early Childhood Center is excited to host a brief introduction to this research-based framework designed to help caregivers connect and grow with their children.
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, share, and strengthen your relationship with your child!
📲 Sign up today using the QR code below or visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWAVhJvQXanqMXq8KH347aTUCuNdr9cP6Ptwi2DSL_dKSxHA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Thursday, October 30, 2025
4:30-6:00 PM (or until candy runs out)
Clovis High School Commons Area (1900 N. Thornton)
Families can park in the CHS student parking area.


Hey Lockwood families! Don’t forget — Red Ribbon Spirit Week starts Monday, October 27th!
Let’s dress up, have fun, and make the last week of October a blast! 🎃✨

OCTOBER 24
HILLCREST PARK
6:00 PM
5K/$40 & 1 MI $25
COSTUME CONTEST,
T-SHIRTS, PRIZES, &
CANDY!
To register: Message us on Facebook @ Wildcat XC,
email elizabeth.ledezma@clovis-schools.org, or call 505-974-7402

