In the first game, each sound or letter was called out, the kids had to listen carefully, process the sound, and quickly locate it on their cards. The competitive nature of the game kept everyone engaged, but more importantly, it provided them with hands-on practice connecting sounds with their visual representations.
The second bingo game took things a step further by incorporating their weekly CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words along with three sight words they’ve been focusing on. Students had to identify and mark the correct words on their cards as they were read aloud. This game encouraged both decoding skills (for the CVC words) and the instant recognition of sight words—those words that don’t always follow the typical phonetic rules and must be memorized for fluent reading.
Mrs. Whittle’s 5th grade students have been hard at work in Social Studies and Science, engaging in collaborative learning stations!
Students read and discussed current events in their groups and participated in a hands-on science experiment to explore how matter changes. They investigated whether mixing substances creates a new substance and discovered how scientists use mathematics and computational thinking to prove that weight is conserved during these changes. ⚗️📚💡
What an incredible learning experience for our 5th graders — teamwork, critical thinking, and curiosity all in one! 💙
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
🎉 Homework Hero Alert! 🎉
Congratulations to Santana, last week’s Homework Winner! 🏆 She earned the chance to make fluffy slime with 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Boydstun, and they looked like they were having an amazing time! 💙✨ Great job, Santana—keep up the awesome work! 💪📚
This will also be our Fall All Sports Night and a special Elementary Recognition Night.
Reminder: all students can come to home games for FREE! CMS staff and their immediate family also get free admission with their CMS ID badge.
Hailing from the generous and powerful House of Altruismo, last week’s top earner was Nuevo, one of our amazing kindergarten students! 💚🖤
Nuevo’s excitement was contagious when he learned he had won! He received a Golden Token, which he used in the Book Vending Machine to choose a Scooby-Doo book—because even givers love a good mystery! 📚👻
He also picked out some House Swag, proudly showing his Altruismo spirit for everyone to see. 🖤💚
The House of Givers celebrates Nuevo for leading with kindness, effort, and heart. Way to make Altruismo proud, Nuevo—you’re shining through your generosity! 💫 #thehappyschool #PvE
A volunteer training session will be held on Wednesday, October 16 at 6:30 PM in the boardroom at the Clovis Municipal Schools Central Office, located at 1009 N. Main St. All individuals who plan to volunteer this year are required to attend a training session before participating in any school activities.
Calendar Reminder: There will be no school for students October 10-13, 2025. Friday, October 10th will be a Data/PD Day for staff. All district offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th.
Military and First Responders Appreciation Night will be held this Friday, October 3, 2025. Military members and first responders will receive free admission to the game with a valid ID.
Come cheer on our Wildcats as they take on Las Cruces at 7 PM at Leon Williams Stadium!
CMS staff and students also receive free admission to home football games with their school ID. Elementary and Middle School students can attend free with a paid parent/guardian.
Isaiah’s hard work and dedication earned him a special lunch with Mr. B 🍽️✨
Keep turning in those assignments, Parkview! ✅ The more you complete, the better your chances are of being our next Homework Winner! 🙌💙
Students enrolled in Clovis Municipal Schools in kindergarten through fifth grade can take part in this free, six-week program. The season begins with four weeks of skill camps followed by two weeks of games.
The volleyball season starts on October 17, 2025, and the last game will be held on November 22.
🏐 Register now at https://www.clovis-schools.org/o/k5play/forms/
Program Coordinator: Garrick.Sherrod@clovis-schools.org
Service Provided:
-Comprehensive Eye Examinations
-Prescription Eyewear.
Appointments Limited. Appointments REquired.
Call today to schedule an appointment. Complete the form and return it to the school nurse. 575-769-4476
Only accepting Medicaid (All Centennial Care Health Plans) or Lion's Club Vouchers.
Each week, our Parkview students rise to the challenge of completing and returning their homework and in return, they get the chance to be our Homework Hero!
This week’s lucky winner was 3rd grader Aliyus, and the randomly selected teacher was none other than Mrs. Rojas! 🙌
Aliyus wasted no time in challenging her to a friendly game of ⚽️ soccer—and let’s just say, they both gave it their ALL. With full speed, determination, and lots of laughs, they ended up sliding across the grass and picking up a few “battle marks” on their knees. 💪😂
The verdict? Memories were made, and Mrs. Rojas definitely still has some skills! 👏👏
Way to go, Aliyus—and shoutout to ALL of our students who turned in their homework this week. Keep it up, Parkview! 💙📚
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The final Outdoor Education Event is almost here! Come join us at Oasis State Park on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 9 AM - 1 PM. We will have fishing, hiking, survival skills, and free outdoor gear and lunch for our students.
We will meet at the big shelter at Oasis. Bus transportation is available.
Contact Joseph.Williams@clovis-schools.org for more information.
To register, scan the QR code or click here.
🔍 Observed
🤔 Made Predictions
🔬 Made Science Connections
✍️ Documented the results after cooking
From peeling apples to making their very own applesauce, students got a tasty reminder that science is everywhere! 🍏➡️🔥➡️🍎
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH! Patriot's Day Picnic!
When? Sep 11, 2025
Time? 5:30 PM 7:00 PM
What is it?
- Learn about all things involved withTitle 1
- Music, FREE food, and drinks will be provided!
- Family fun math games!
- Take home game supplies!
Mrs. Dale’s class has been busy becoming little meteorologists this week! ☀️❄️🌧️
📏 They measured the day’s temperature with a thermometer.
📊 They graphed the week’s forecast – including temperature, precipitation, and wind direction.
🎥 They even recorded their very own news forecasts for a day of their choice (and wrapped it up with a fun watch party to see each other on screen!).
🌧️ Next up: a rain gauge experiment to see just how much rain we can catch and measure.
Volunteer training tonight at 6:30 in the boardroom of the district's administration building (1009 N. Main St). Training will last approximately 45 minutes. You will need to attend one of the volunteer training sessions before you may volunteer at a school.
Students are learning about the benefits of exercise and sports through a short video, then jumping into a circuit training workout with cardio and strength exercises. 🏋️♂️ They’re discovering how important fitness is for building a healthy lifestyle!
