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Posted Date: 11/04/26 (08:57 AM)
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CMS Newsletter

November 4, 2026

CMS Earns i-Ready Super Stretch Award

CMS is a 2026 i-Ready Super Stretch School, awarded by our partners at Curriculum Associates, for our i-Ready Inform growth last year! Schools are recognized for this award by having 55% of students reaching their i-Ready stretch growth.  58% of students at CMS reached this goal, and this is the second year in a row we have received this recognition. We are honored to receive this accolade and want to thank our staff, students, and families for their hard work last year. Congrats to our entire learning community on our students’ remarkable growth and learning!
Five people pose indoors, holding a banner that reads "Congratulations, Cullman Middle School i-Ready Super Stretch School 2026."

Football

Congratulations to the CMS football teams for another successful season.  The 8th-grade team went 7-0 and won the Tennessee Valley League Championship by defeating the Florence Falcons 36-12!  The 7th-grade team went 5-2 on the season and finished runner-up in the league.
A sports graphic celebrating the Cullman Middle School Bearcats winning the Tennessee Valley League championship 36 to 12 against the Florence Middle School Falcons.
A large high school football team and cheer squad pose together on a lit field at night.
A high school football team celebrates a victory at night, lifting a trophy high in the air on the field.
A group of nine men in white shirts and khaki shorts stand proudly on a football field at night, holding a trophy.
A football player leaps high to catch a pass during a game on a field.
A youth football game in progress with players in white and maroon uniforms running on the field.

Cheer

Congratulations to the JV Competition Cheer team for winning first place in the Traditional and Gameday routines at the Regional competition!
A large group of cheerleaders in matching white, black, and gold uniforms poses indoors for a team photo.
A diverse youth cheerleading team poses for a group photo in an indoor gym, all wearing matching black shirts with white text that reads "Clap for the Cats".

Band

The CMS Marching Band proudly performed in the Cullman County Fair Parade and at CMS home football games, sharing Bearcat pride and musical talent with our community. Thank you to our student musicians and directors!
A marching band in uniform plays brass and wind instruments while walking down a sunlit town street.
A marching band walks down a sunny town street, playing various brass and woodwind instruments.
A school marching band carries a banner down a town street during a daytime parade.
A high-angle view of a marching band performing on a football field during an event.

Dance

Promotional poster for Cullman High School's "Dancer for a Day" event for grades K-6, featuring a dance team in black and white uniforms.

Piano

CMS piano students enjoyed a special visit from alumnus David McKean, who performed and shared encouraging words. He reminded students to cherish the opportunity to learn music in a dedicated piano lab.
A group of students and an adult teacher pose together in a bright music classroom around a black grand piano.

Volleyball

Our 7th-grade volleyball team finished 35–1, and Battle on the Lake 7th Grade Volleyball Champions!   Our 8th-grade team also had a successful season finishing the season with a 21-13 record.  Congratulations to our volleyball players and coaches on an incredible season built on teamwork, commitment, and competitive spirit!
A youth volleyball team poses for a group photo on a gym floor, with players kneeling in front and standing in the back.
A youth girls' volleyball team poses together in a gymnasium, wearing black uniforms with numbers, alongside their coach.
A youth volleyball team and their coach pose together on a court, proudly holding a championship trophy.

Art

Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding artwork at the Oktoberfest Art Contest:
6th Grade Visual Art Pencil Drawing Category:
  • Ellie Hallmark | 2nd in the Drawing Category
6th Grade Visual Art Color Drawing Category:
  • Ruthie Byrd | 1st Color Category
  • Keeley Hudson | Best of Show in the Color Category
7th and 8th Grade Visual Art Pencil Drawing Category:
  • Kaitlyn Moody |  1st place in Drawing Category
7th and 8th Grade Visual Art Color Category
  • Adelyn Patterson | 2nd in the Color Category
  • Kaitlyn Moody | Best of Show in the Color Category
  • Graeme Greenlee | 3rd in the Color Category
Congratulations to the following students who won Visual Art Ribbons at the Fair:
6th Grade Beginner Art
  •  Ruthie Byrd | Color Pencil | 2nd
  • Keelley Hudson | Color Pencil | 2nd
  • Keeley Hudson | Graphite Drawing | 1st
  • John Easterwood | Graphite Drawing | 2nd
7th and 8th Grade Beginner Art
  • Marika Podnecky | Color Pencil | 1st
  • Kaitlynn Moody | Color Pencil | 2nd
  • Brianna Kidd | Color Pencil | 3rd
  • Sarah Sohn | Graphic Print | 1st
  • Lillian Byers | Graphic Print | 2nd
  • Fisher Doyle | Graphic Print | 3rd
8th Grade Advanced Art
  • Graeme Greenllee | watercolor | 1st
  • Lois Jennings | Pastel | 1st
  • Lainy Roriguez-Hernandez | Pastel 2nd
  • Kylie Smith | Pastel | 3rd
  • Wade Blackmon | Mixed Media | 2nd
An art exhibit displays framed student drawings and paintings on a black backdrop, with some pieces featuring prize ribbons.
An art display features a grid of framed drawings and paintings of animals, plants, and objects against a black cloth backdrop.
A black display board showcases various framed student art pieces, including drawings of animals and flowers.
An art display features framed drawings and paintings of animals, flowers, and objects against a black fabric backdrop.
Twelve framed artworks, featuring colorful drawings and sketches, are displayed on a black draped display board.
A variety of framed student artwork, including drawings and paintings, is displayed on a black draped exhibit wall at a fair.

Halloween Fun

Congratulations to the Library Pumpkin Carving Contest Winners!  
  • 1st Place:  Annika Frohne
  • 2nd Place: Luis Guzman
  • 3rd Place: Willow Cone
A young person in a cow onesie holds a pumpkin painted to look like a wizard with glasses and a scarf.
A smiling young person wearing a black hoodie proudly holds up a decorated fluffy white craft with green glasses and a red tuft.
A smiling girl in a vampire costume proudly holds up a decorated pumpkin painted like Frankenstein's monster.

Beta Club

The CMS Beta Club is organizing a toy drive benefiting Curt’s Closet. This service project is a wonderful opportunity for our students and families to make a difference in our community.
A holiday toy drive flyer decorated with Christmas trees, presents, and two elves holding gift boxes.

FFA

Congratulations to Mr. McCollum and our FFA Forestry Judging Team for winning the county contest yesterday!  The team members are Trace Harris, Jacob Dockery, Emily Barnett, Christopher Granger, Wade Blackmon, and Reed Armstrong.  Congratulations to Reed for also being the high-scoring individual for the contest! We are proud of the knowledge, preparation, and teamwork demonstrated by our students
Six students pose outdoors in matching gray shirts, with one holding a first place certificate.
A smiling young person stands outdoors holding an FFA Forestry Career Development Event award certificate in a grassy clearing with trees.

Archery

A promotional poster for Cullman Middle School Archery Tryouts featuring an archery target with an arrow in the bullseye.

November Lunch Menu

A November 2026 school lunch menu with daily meal options from Monday to Friday, decorated with autumn leaves and a cartoon turkey.
An informational flyer for Cullman City Schools announcing free breakfast for all students for the 2026-2027 school year.

Family Travel Planning Guide

The 2026-2027 Cullman City Schools Family Travel Planning Guide lists student holidays and travel opportunities.
An infographic titled '17 Apps Parents Should Know About' detailing various social media and messaging applications.