🎉 HOCO Update 🎟️ Tickets on sale → Sept. 29, 2025 🚫 No outstanding discipline from last year 📆 5 or fewer unexcused absences 📉 1 or fewer F’s
🥪 PLC Day Lunch 👉 Need a grab-n-go lunch for Wednesday’s PLC Day? Fill out the form ASAP!
🎓 CM Next Visits 📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
📚 After-School Tutoring 🗓️ Mon–Thurs | ⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM | 📍 Library 🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo? 👀 This week’s Waldo → Mrs. Jerilyn Hawkins
🎶 Fight Song Friday Spotlight this week → 🎀 CMHS Cheer 💜💛⛳
https://forms.gle/1SBLqxqVVPN9iyV69
📊 Pass Rates & F’s
9️⃣ 9th Grade → 99% | 12 F’s
🔟 10th Grade → 98% | 26 F’s
1️⃣1️⃣ 11th Grade → 98% | 20 F’s
1️⃣2️⃣ 12th Grade → 99% | 17 F’s
🎉 HOCO Update
🎟️ Tickets go on sale Sept. 29, 2025
🚫 Must have no outstanding discipline from last year
📆 5 or fewer unexcused absences
📉 1 or fewer F’s
🥪 PLC Day Lunch
If you need a grab-n-go lunch for Wednesday’s PLC day, please fill out the form ASAP!
🎓 CM Next Visits
📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
📚 After-School Tutoring
📍 Mon–Thurs | 2:00–3:00 PM | Library
🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
👀 This week’s Waldo: Mrs. Amy Hawkins
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight → CMHS Cheer ⛳💜💛
Lunch Menu
Mon., Sept. 22. Dorito Walking Taco
Tues., Sept. 23: Popcorn Chicken
Wed., Sept. 24: Sack Lunch
Thurs., Sept. 25: Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Fri., Sept. 26: Cheesy French Bread
📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
🎶🥁 Marching Band Performance
The Marching Band performs Saturday at 4:15 PM at the Tiger Ambush in Edwardsville! 🐯🎺
🙋♂️ Mr. Newell is getting a group together!
⏰ Meet at 3:30 PM in front of the stadium
🎟️ Mr. Newell will cover your admission!
🖊️ Sign up in the Main Office with Mrs. Govero
👕 HOCO Class Shirts
🛒 On sale through Sept. 18. Info in your 📧 email, Civic Website, & Student Hub
📚 After-School Tutoring
📍 Mon–Thurs | 2:00–3:00 PM | Library
🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by the end of 2nd lunch daily
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
👀 Conner Kieu is the winner-winner, and his class will get donuts on Monday
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight: Girls’ Golf ⛳💜💛
📍 Sept. 18 → St. Louis Community College
📍 Sept. 18 → University of Illinois
📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
🎨 Art Meeting
There is an art club meeting after school in Mrs. Thomure’s room.
🎶🥁 Marching Band Performance
The Marching Band performs Saturday at 4:15 PM at the Tiger Ambush in Edwardsville! 🐯🎺
🙋♂️ Mr. Newell is getting a group together!
⏰ Meet at 3:30 PM in front of the stadium.
🎟️ Mr. Newell will cover your admission!
🖊️ Sign up in the Main Office with Mrs. Govero.
👕 HOCO Class Shirts
🛒 On sale through Sept. 18. Info in your 📧 email, Civic Website, & Student Hub.
📚 After-School Tutoring
📍 Mon–Thurs | 2:00–3:00 PM | Library
🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by the end of 2nd lunch daily.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
👀 Conner Kieu is the winner-winner, and his class will get donuts on Monday.
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight: Girls’ Golf ⛳💜💛
📅 Constitution Day – Wednesday
The most patriotic student wins a pizza party for his or her friends! 🍕🇺🇸 Be sure to show off your red, white, and blue spirit! ❤️🤍💙
🎓 CM Next Visits
📍 Sept. 18 → St. Louis Community College
📍 Sept. 18 → University of Illinois
📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
🎶🥁 Marching Band Performance
The Marching Band performs Saturday at 4:15 PM at the Tiger Ambush in Edwardsville! 🐯🎺
🙋♂️ Mr. Newell is getting a group together!
⏰ Meet at 3:30 PM in front of the stadium.
🎟️ Mr. Newell will cover your admission!
🖊️ Sign up in the Main Office with Mrs. Govero.
👕 HOCO Class Shirts
🛒 On sale through Sept. 18. Info in your 📧 email, Civic Website, & Student Hub.
📚 After-School Tutoring
📍 Mon–Thurs | 2:00–3:00 PM | Library
🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
👀 Conner Kieu is the winner-winner, and his class will get donuts on Monday.
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight: Girls’ Golf ⛳
💜💛
📝 The History Department is holding an Essay Contest!
👉 Topic: What does it mean that the U.S. Constitution is called the “Supreme Law of the Land”?
✍️ 200 words or less → Submit on paper to Mr. Schneider (Room 241) by Sept. 19
🎁 Winner gets a prize and may read their essay at a School Board Meeting!
📅 Constitution Day – Wednesday
❤️🤍💙 Wear red, white, and blue to show your patriotic pride!
🎓 CM Next Visits
📍 Sept. 18 → St. Louis Community College
📍 Sept. 18 → University of Illinois
📍 Sept. 23 → McKendree University
🪖 ASVAB Testing
Juniors & Seniors: Sign up through the email survey to test on Oct. 8, 2025
🍭 LifeSavers Club
📍 Tues @ 2:00 PM | Mrs. Book’s Room 224
🙌 Bring a friend!
🏈 Powder Puff Sign-Ups
🗓 Sept. 16–18 (during lunch) → $25 includes a shirt 👕
⚠️ You’re not signed up until forms + payment are turned in!
👕 HOCO Class Shirts
🛒 On sale through Sept. 18. Info in your 📧 email, Civic Website, & Student Hub
🎨 Color Day Games
🙋 Interested? Fill out the Google Form in your email by Fri, Sept. 19
📚 After-School Tutoring
📍 Mon–Thurs | 2:00–3:00 PM | Library
🚌 Late bus available starting next week → sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them away in class → Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
👀 Find Mrs. Henrichs this week → Winning class gets donuts!
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight: Girls’ Golf ⛳
💜💛 Cheer them on & keep Eagle Spirit alive!
Announcements for September 15, 2025
Color Day Assembly is one of the best traditions at CMHS! We’re looking for students from each grade level to participate and help bring the energy.
Please use the link for your class to sign up:
Freshmen: https://forms.gle/pCXKWSJNXpKjUQx9A
Sophomores: https://forms.gle/RAwTZkeXXyuSDF8W7
Juniors: https://forms.gle/MDgbGCLDKFiJ41Yp6
Seniors: https://forms.gle/GdmPHKL6r6fkRtkx6
HOCO Shirt Information
CMHS Homecoming Color Day shirts are now on sale! Don’t miss your chance to show your school spirit during HOCO week.
👉 Order here: CMHS HOCO Color Day Shirts
📅 The last day to place your order is Wednesday, September 18th.
🇺🇸 Constitution Week – Sept. 15–19
The History Department is holding an essay contest! Write a 200-word or less essay answering:
👉 What does it mean that the U.S. Constitution is called the “Supreme Law of the Land”?
The winner will get a prize 🎁 and may be invited to read their essay at a School Board Meeting! See Mr. Schneider in Room 241 for full contest rules. All entries must be on paper and submitted by Sept. 19.
📅 Constitution Day – Wednesday
Wear your red, white, and blue to show your patriotic pride! ❤️🤍💙
🏈 Powder Puff Sign-Ups
Junior parents will be here during lunch, Sept. 15–18 to register students. Cost: $25 (includes a t-shirt). Don’t miss out!
👕 HOCO Class Shirts
On sale through Sept. 18. Info is in your email, the Civic website, and the Student Hub.
🌎 ENCO
First meeting is Monday, Sept. 15 after school in Mrs. Henrichs’s room. Everyone is welcome at this inclusive club!
📝 PSAT/NMSQT
Juniors—sign up in the Counseling Office by Sept. 19 if you’d like to take the test.
📚 After-School Tutoring
Available Mon–Thurs, 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed. Starting next week, a late bus 🚌 will be available—sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds
Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles! 🦅
🔍🍩 Where’s Waldo?
This week, find Mrs. Henrichs! The class that finds her wins donuts!
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight is on the Girls' Golf! Let’s cheer them on and keep Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛
Lunch Menu
Monday, Sept. 15. Taquitos
Tuesday, Sept. 16: Cheesy Bites
Wednesday, Sept. 17: Chicken Alfredo
Thursday, Sept. 18: Chicken Fajitas
Friday, Sept. 5: Pizza Crunchers
Monday is CM NEXT Day!
Staff and students are encouraged to wear a shirt representing a college, trade school, or the military. Let’s show off all the different pathways our Eagles are preparing for in their CM NEXT
We had a great week in Eagle Nation! 🦅
CM Next & VU Scholarship
Our seniors took an exciting step forward in their CM Next journey through the VU Scholarship program. This scholarship is designed to help students prepare for their future by offering them financial opportunities and resources for post-secondary education. It’s one more way we’re making sure our students are ready for life after graduation! 🎓✨
Progress Reports
Progress reports went home on Friday. Parents, please check your email for more details and reach out to teachers if you have any questions or concerns about your student’s performance.
After-School Tutoring & Late Bus
We are happy to announce that students now have access to a late bus for those who need after-school tutoring. This ensures every student has the chance to stay, get the extra help they need, and still have safe transportation home. 🚌📚
Homecoming (HOCO) Information
Homecoming is right around the corner! 💜💛 Please make sure to read the HOCO page, which contains important details about all the upcoming events, from dress-up days to the dance. Don’t miss out on anything!
Thank you for staying connected and supporting our Eagles. Together, we keep Eagle Nation soaring! 🦅✨
Click Here For The Full Newsletter:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ejv03ZHPTcLgs1cMJHLjvgiaJzFsUva6/view?usp=sharing
👉 Order here: CMHS HOCO Color Day Shirts
https://cmhs2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMwUQBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNbFFHNWEwdkdBSGRod05QAR6gazDZYdLCSrknuSjeq-gW1W2HxTa3U93hDh3BLJGSz2vVcojGUCJ7WK4-ug_aem_PznQpqvfewIiKzBcTnaycQ
📅 The last day to place your order is Wednesday, September 18th.
Let’s fill the halls with purple, gold, and Eagle pride! 🦅
Go Eagles!
CMHS
👩🏫 Faculty & Staff Reminder → Only one student at a time may leave the classroom for the restroom or café.
📸 Picture Retakes → Students signed up for retakes will be called down during periods 1–3.
🌴 Tonight’s Football Game → Theme is beach attire! 🏖️ We need a packed house vs. Roxana! Students enter through the north pass gate—have your ID or Minga app ready for Ms. Megan. If you don’t have Minga yet, see Ms. Megan or Mr. Meyer at lunch today for help.
👕 Homecoming Class Shirts → HOCO shirts are on sale through Sept. 18. Info is in your email, on the Civic website, and in the Student Hub.
🌎 ENCO → First meeting Monday, Sept. 15 after school in Mrs. Henrichs’s room. Everyone is welcome at this inclusive club!
📝 PSAT/NMSQT → Juniors, register in the CM Counseling Office by Sept. 19 if you’d like to take the test.
📚 After-School Tutoring → Available Mon–Thurs, 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed. Starting next Monday, a late bus will be available—sign up by end of 2nd lunch daily.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds → Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles!
🔍 Where’s Waldo? 🍩 Congrats to this week’s winner, Sophia Plato, for finding Ms. P.! 🎉 Donuts will be delivered Monday!
🎶 Fight Song Friday → This week’s spotlight is the Volleyball Team! Let’s cheer them on and keep Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛🦅
📊 Progress Reports → Progress reports go home on Friday! Please note: failing one class per semester per year will put you off track for graduation. Students failing two or more classes will not be eligible for Homecoming.
👕 Homecoming Class Shirts → HOCO shirts are now on sale through September 18th. Information has been sent to your email and is also on the Civic Website and Student Hub.
🌎 ENCO → ENCO’s first meeting of the year is Monday, September 15 after school in Mrs. Henrichs’s room. Everyone is welcome at this inclusive club! See Mrs. Henrichs for more info.
📝 PSAT/NMSQT → Juniors, register in the CM Counseling Office by September 19th if you’d like to take the PSAT/NMSQT.
📸 Picture Retakes → Students who haven’t had their picture taken or need a retake must complete the survey for retake day this Friday.
📚 After-School Tutoring → Tutoring is available Monday–Thursday from 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed. Starting next Monday, a late bus will be available—sign up daily by the end of 2nd lunch.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds Reminder → Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles!
🔍 Where’s Waldo? 🍩 Congrats to this week’s winner, Sophia Plato, for finding Ms. P.! 🎉 You will get your donuts on Monday.
🎶 Fight Song Friday → This week’s spotlight is the Volleyball Team! Let’s cheer them on and keep the Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛🦅
CMHS: It is Attendance Theme Week at Civic. Thursday is PAJAMA DAY. http://bit.ly/41HyJrR #Go Eagles
https://cmhs2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
September 18th is the last day to place your order.
📊 Progress Reports
Progress reports go home on Friday! Please note: failing one class per semester per year will put you off track for graduation. Students failing two or more classes will not be eligible for Homecoming.
🎓 Seniors!
Please report to the main gym when you arrive at school. Seniors, check your email for daily events, including ordering graduation supplies from Jostens, learning about HOCO, and taking your senior panoramic picture for the yearbook.
🦅 Horizons Testing
All 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will participate in Horizons testing today. Your study hall is your testing room.
ENCO
ENCO’s first meeting of the year is Monday, September 15 after school in Mrs. Henrichs’s room. Everyone is welcome at this inclusive club! See Mrs. Henrichs for more info.
🥪 Grab-N-Go Lunch
Need a grab-n-go lunch for this week’s PLC? Fill out the survey sent to your email.
📝 PSAT/NMSQT
Juniors, register in the CM Counseling Office by September 19th if you’d like to take the PSAT/NMSQT.
📸 Picture Retakes
Students who haven’t had their picture taken or need a retake must complete the survey for retake day this Friday.
📚 After-School Tutoring
Tutoring is available Monday–Thursday from 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed. Starting next Monday, a late bus will be available—sign up daily by the end of 2nd lunch.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds Reminder
Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles!
🔍 Where’s Waldo?
🍩 Congrats to this week’s winner, Sophia Plato, for finding Ms. P.! 🎉 You will get your donuts on Monday
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight is the Volleyball Team! Let’s cheer them on and keep the Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛🦅
Daily Announcements:
Announcements for September 9, 2025
Grab-N-Go Lunch
Click the link below if you need a Grab-N-Go lunch for Wednesday's PLC day.
https://forms.gle/ezGHFXUKhvj8Yzk36
Picture Retake Day – Friday, September 12th
Jostens will be back on Friday, September 12th, for Picture Retake Day.
Please complete this form if:
You need to have your picture retaken, OR
You have not yet had your picture taken this school year.
Completing this form ensures you are scheduled for retakes.
Don’t miss out—this is your chance to be included in the yearbook and receive your updated student ID!
Picture Form Here
https://forms.gle/7CpekRADqCi6tAASA
📊 Progress Reports
Progress reports go home on Friday! Please note: failing one class per semester per year will put you off track for graduation. Students failing two or more classes will not be eligible for Homecoming.
🎓 Seniors!
On Wednesday, please report to the main gym when you arrive at school. Seniors, check your email for daily events including ordering graduation supplies from Jostens, learning about HOCO, and taking your senior panoramic picture for the yearbook.
ENCO
ENCO’s first meeting of the year is Monday, September 15 after school in Mrs. Henrichs’s room. Everyone is welcome at this inclusive club! See Mrs. Henrichs for more info.
🍿 Eagle Pride Boosters
Looking for a great part-time job? Contact Mr. Jarman about helping in the concession stand with our Eagle Pride Booster Club!
🥪 Grab-N-Go Lunch
Need a grab-n-go lunch for this week’s PLC? Fill out the survey sent to your email.
📝 PSAT/NMSQT
Juniors, register in the CM Counseling Office by September 19th if you’d like to take the PSAT/NMSQT.
📸 Picture Retakes
Students who haven’t had their picture taken or need a retake must complete the survey for retake day this Friday.
🎓 Jostens
Jostens will be here on Friday so seniors can order their caps and gowns. Attendance is essential on this day!
🦅 Horizons Testing
All 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will participate in Horizons testing on Wednesday. This ACT practice test is important—be sure you’re here! Please check your testing room locations!
🍽️ Lunchline Reminder
Have your Minga ID or student ID ready in the lunch line. No ID = no lunch. Ask for help if you need it—we don’t want anyone missing lunch!
📚 After-School Tutoring
Tutoring is available Monday–Thursday from 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed. Starting next Monday, a late bus will be available—sign up daily by the end of 2nd lunch.
📱💪 Phones & Earbuds Reminder
Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles!
🔍 Where’s Waldo?
🍩 Congrats to this week’s winner, Sophia Plato, for finding Ms. P.! 🎉 You will get your donuts on Monday
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight is the Volleyball Team! Let’s cheer them on and keep the Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛🦅
Lunch Menu
Tuesday, Sept. 9: Super Nachos
Wednesday, Sept. 10: Grab-N-Go Lunch
Thursday, Sept. 11: Buffalo Chicken Dip
Friday, Sept. 12: Toasted Ravioli
Daily Announcements:
Announcements for September 8, 2025
Grab-N-Go Lunch
Click the link below if you need a Grab-N-Go lunch for Wednesday's PLC day.
https://forms.gle/ezGHFXUKhvj8Yzk36
Picture Retake Day – Thursday, September 12th
Jostens will be back on Thursday, September 12th, for Picture Retake Day.
Please complete this form if: You need to have your picture retaken, OR
You have not yet had your picture taken this school year.
Completing this form ensures you are scheduled for retakes.
Don’t miss out—this is your chance to be included in the yearbook and receive your updated student ID!
Picture Form Here
https://forms.gle/7CpekRADqCi6tAASA
🍎 National Attendance Awareness Month
September is National Attendance Awareness Month! Let’s keep showing up and showing out, Eagles! 🦅✨
📊 Attendance by Class
9️⃣ 9th Grade – 89%
🔟 10th Grade – 88%
1️⃣1️⃣ 11th Grade – 91%
1️⃣2️⃣ 12th Grade – 83%
🚫 Remember: students with 5️⃣ or more unexcused absences will not be permitted to attend HOCO! 💃🕺
🔥 Challenge Alert: If our schoolwide average hits 91% by September 24th, Mr. Newell will be shaving his head ✂️😱 and our assistant principals will be rocking some wild hair colors at the first SOAR Assembly! 🎉🎨
👩🏫 Teachers—please email Ms. Payne if your 2nd hour has perfect attendance!
🥇 Casey’s Pizza 🍕
🥈 Donuts 🍩
🥉 Cookies from the Café 🍪
🪖 Don’t forget—tomorrow is Camo Day! 🎯
📚 Academic Update
Grade 9 – 30 F’s, 98% pass rate
Grade 10 – 36 F’s, 97% pass rate
Grade 11 – 25 F’s, 98% pass rate
Grade 12 – 21 F’s, 98% pass rate
📝 Progress Reports
Progress reports go home Friday! If you fail one class per semester per year, you will not be on track for graduation. 🚨 Those failing 2️⃣ or more classes will not be eligible for HOCO.
🥪 Grab-N-Go Lunch
Need a grab-n-go lunch for this week’s PLC? Fill out the survey sent to your email! 📧
🧠 PSAT/NMSQT
Juniors—register in the Counseling Office by September 19th if you want to take the PSAT/NMSQT. ✍️
📸 Picture Retakes
Haven’t had your picture taken? Or need a retake? 📷 Fill out the survey for retake day this Friday!
🎓 Jostens
Jostens will be here Friday so seniors can order graduation caps and gowns! 🎉 Attendance is a must! 🎓
🖥️ Horizons Testing
All 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will take Horizons testing on Wednesday. 🦅 This ACT practice test is super important—be at school and ready! 💪
🍽️ Lunchline Reminder
Have your Minga ID or student ID ready in the lunch line! 🆔 Students without an ID will be turned away. If you need help, ask—we don’t want anyone missing lunch! 🍎
📚 After-School Tutoring
Available Monday–Thursday from 2:00–3:00 PM in the Library. No appointment needed! Starting next Monday, a late bus will be available 🚌 (sign up daily by the end of 2nd lunch).
📱 Phones & Earbuds Reminder
Keep them put away during class. Stay focused, Eagles! 💪🦅
🔍 Where’s Waldo?
This week’s Waldo is Ms. P! 👀 If you find her, take it to your 1st hour teacher—you could win donuts! 🍩
🎶 Fight Song Friday
This week’s spotlight: Volleyball Team! 🏐💥 Let’s cheer them on and keep the Eagle Spirit alive! 💜💛🦅
Lunch Menu
Monday, Sept. 8. Stuffed Crust Pizza
Tuesday, Sept. 9: Super Nachos
Wednesday, Sept. 10: Grab-N-Go Lunch
Thursday, Sept. 11: Buffalo Chicken Dip
Friday, Sept. 12: Toasted Ravioli