Cleveland Middle School

Cleveland ISD Implements Distraction-Free Education Policy for 2025-2026
To support student focus, well-being, and academic achievement, Cleveland ISD is implementing a Distraction-Free Education Policy aligned with House Bill 1481. This new policy limits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day.
What You Need to Know:
🔹 Elementary & Middle School & High School
All personal devices (including cell phones, earbuds, smartwatches, etc.) must be powered off and stored away from the first bell to the last.
🔹 All Campuses:
This policy applies during passing periods, assemblies, and all school activities.
Why It Matters:
The goal is to reduce distractions, enhance emotional wellness, and strengthen student engagement with peers, teachers, and learning.

How Families Can Support:
✅ Talk with your child about staying focused and device-free at school.
✅ Ensure devices are stored in backpacks
✅ To reach your child during the school day, please call the school’s front office.

Thank you for partnering with Cleveland ISD to create a safe, focused, and connected learning environment!

📣📘Middle School Families – It’s Time to Meet the Teacher! 📘📣
📣📘 ¡Familias de escuelas secundarias de Cleveland ISD – Es hora de Conocer al Profesor(a)! 📘📣

📣📘Middle School Families – It’s Time to Meet the Teacher! 📘📣
📣📘 ¡Familias de escuelas secundarias de Cleveland ISD – Es hora de Conocer al Profesor(a)! 📘📣

🎉🐾 We’re WILD about Early Childhood! 🐾🎉 Cleveland ISD is excited to host the Wild About Early Childhood Conference on July 17, 2025. This year, we're opening it up to the entire community! We invite PK–3rd-grade teachers, private daycare providers, education majors, and caregivers to join us for a fun, inspiring day focused on supporting and empowering our youngest learners. 🗓 Date: July 17, 2025 📍 Location: Cleveland ISD Administration Building 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM 📲 Register now by scanning the QR code below! Join us to connect, learn, and grow with fellow early childhood professionals and advocates. Let’s go wild for early learning! 🌿🦁🦒🦜🦏 #WildAboutEarlyChildhood #ClevelandISD #EarlyLearningMatters #CommunityLearning #CISDEvents

🌞🍎 CISD Summer Meal Program 2025 Is Here! 🍽️🌞 Cleveland ISD is proud to offer FREE summer meals to all children 18 years and younger—no registration or ID required! 📅 Dates: Monday – Thursday, June 2 – June 26, 2025 📍 Locations & Times: Southside Elementary Breakfast: 7:00–7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Santa Fe Middle School Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 12:30–1:00 PM Cleveland High School Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 12:30–1:00 PM Pine Burr Elementary Breakfast: 7:00–7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Tarkington Middle School Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Tuff Kids School Breakfast: 8:30–8:50 AM | Lunch: 12:00–12:30 PM 📞 Questions? Contact our Child Nutrition Department at 281-592-2618. Let’s make sure every child in our community stays healthy and nourished this summer! 💚 #ClevelandISD #SummerMeals #HealthyKids #FreeMeals #CommunityFirst

🚨👮‍♂️ Welcome to the Cleveland ISD Family, Chief James Kelemen! 👮‍♂️🚨 Cleveland ISD is proud to welcome Chief James Kelemen as our new Chief of Police! With a distinguished career in law enforcement and a passion for building safe, student-centered environments, Chief Kelemen brings experience, integrity, and a servant-leader mindset to our district. He is committed to strengthening school safety, community trust, and positive relationships between students, staff, and officers. We are excited to have his leadership as we continue to prioritize the well-being and security of every Cleveland ISD campus. Please join us in giving Chief Kelemen a warm welcome to Indian Nation! 💙🖤 #ClevelandISD #WelcomeChiefKelemen #StudentSafety #ForwardTogether

Dear Families, We couldn’t be prouder of the incredible accomplishments happening across Cleveland ISD. The Cleveland Weekly Insider is our way of celebrating these weekly wins — and we’re just getting started. Together, we are Moving Forward — celebrating our students, supporting our staff, and building a bright future for Cleveland ISD. Warm regards, Cleveland ISD Communications Team 📢 #ClevelandProud | #MovingForward | #ClevelandWeeklyInsider

CMS Presents: The 8th Grade Sneaker Ball! 👟🎉 Hey CMS families! Get ready for a night of style, sneakers, and celebration! Our 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is happening on Friday, May 16, 2025, and it's going to be an unforgettable evening! 💃🕺 📅 Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM 📍 Location: CMS Gym 🎟 Tickets: $5.00 ✨ What’s a Sneaker Ball? It’s where students show up in their best formal attire—but with their freshest sneakers! Style and comfort, all in one epic night! Don’t miss out on the ultimate night party. Let’s dance the night away, CMS-style! 🎶👟 #CMS8thGrade #SneakerBall2025 #ClevelandMiddleSchool #DancePartyVibes CMS Presents: The 8th Grade Sneaker Ball! 👟🎉 Hola familias de CMS! Preparen sus alumnos para una noche de estilo, celebracion, y zapatos atleticos! Nuestro Balie de Sneakers de Octavo grado se llevara acaco el 16 de may 16 del 2025, y sera una noche inolvidable! 💃🕺 📅 Fecha: Viernes, 16 de mayo del 2025 🕕 Hora: 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM 📍 Lugar: CMS Gym 🎟 Costo de boletos: $5.00 ✨ Que es un Baile de Sneakers? Es cuando los alumnos usan vestimento formal pero con tenis — sus tenis favoritos! Estilo y comodidad, en una noche epica! No se pierdan una celebracion unica! Estilo - CMS! 🎶👟 #CMS8thGrade #SneakerBall2025 #ClevelandMiddleSchool #DancePartyVibes

Attention CMS Parents! Please see the upcoming May Events. Atencion Padres de CMS! Observen los siguientes eventos de mayo.

🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week | May 5–9, 2025 🌟 This week, we proudly celebrate Cleveland ISD’s amazing teachers for their unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to student success. Our educators go above and beyond every day to inspire, support, and empower the leaders of tomorrow. Please join us in showing your appreciation and gratitude for the difference they make in our schools and community! 💙🧡 Thank you, Cleveland ISD teachers—you are the heart of our district! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeAreClevelandStrong #ThankATeacher

📣 Superintendent Announcement It’s Official – Dr. Glenn Barnes Named Superintendent of Cleveland ISD The Cleveland ISD Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Glenn Barnes as the Superintendent of Schools. With a strong vision for educational excellence and community engagement, Dr. Barnes is ready to lead Cleveland ISD into a bright and successful future. We welcome Dr. Barnes and look forward to the continued growth and success of our district under his leadership. ➡️ Stay tuned for updates and a message from Superintendent Barnes coming soon. #ClevelandISD #Leadership #SuperintendentAnnouncement

Attention CMS Parents!! Atencion Padres de CMS!!

AttentionCMS Parents! Atencion Padres de CMS!

Attention Parents! Atencion Padres!

Cleveland ISD Names Dr. Glenn Barnes as Lone Finalist for Superintendent The Cleveland ISD Board of Trustees is proud to announce Dr. Glenn Barnes as the lone finalist for Superintendent of Schools. Following an extensive search, the Board has selected Dr. Barnes for his proven leadership, deep ties to the community, and unwavering commitment to student success. Dr. Barnes is no stranger to Cleveland ISD. Having previously served as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal within the district, he played a vital role in advancing academic achievement, including leading Cleveland Middle School to earn all seven TEA distinctions—an honor awarded to only 5% of schools in the state. His leadership experience also includes serving as Assistant Superintendent of Leadership and Culture at Splendora ISD and most recently as Superintendent of Aransas Pass ISD, where he implemented strategic initiatives that strengthened academic performance, leadership development, and district operations. "Cleveland ISD is home for me, and I am honored to return and serve this incredible district once again," said Dr. Barnes. "I look forward to working alongside our students, staff, families, and community to build on our strengths and create new opportunities for success." Board President Amanda Brooks expressed confidence in Dr. Barnes' leadership, stating: "Dr. Barnes understands Cleveland ISD, our students, and our community. His experience and passion for education make him the right choice to guide our district into the future." Per Texas law, the Board must observe a 21-day waiting period before officially appointing Dr. Barnes as Superintendent. The final vote is expected at a Board meeting later this month. Stay tuned for updates, and join us in welcoming back Dr. Glenn Barnes to Cleveland ISD! ❤️✨ For more information, visit Cleveland ISD Website.

Attention CMS Parents!! Atencion Padres de CMS!! Save the date! Guarda la Fecha!

Attention CMS Parents! Atencion Padres de CMS!

Dear Parents and Guardians, Our CMS students are hard at work preparing for Shrek Jr. The Musical, and we need your help to bring the magical world of Shrek to life! We are looking for donations of materials that can be used to create props and set pieces. If you have any of the following items lying around, we would greatly appreciate your contributions:  Cardboard boxes (various sizes)  Pool noodles  Milk crates  Poster board / Foam board  Old cans of wall paint (any color)  Fabric scraps (especially green, brown, or neutral tones)  PVC pipes / wooden dowels  Old baskets, barrels, or small furniture  Artificial flowers, vines, or greenery Any donations, big or small, will help us create a fantastic production! If you have items to donate, please send them in with your child or drop them off at the front office by April 14th. Thank you for your support in making Shrek Jr. an unforgettable experience for our students! Best Regards, The Fine Arts Department Cleveland Middle School

CMS NATION!! CISD SPRING LITERACY EVENT !

GREAT CMS Parents, If you have a 5th grader joining or is interested in joining band next year at CMS, come try out instruments this Friday, March 28th or Saturday, March 29th! Padres, si tienen un estudiante de 5to grado que se une o está interesado en unirse a la banda el próximo año en CMS, ¡vengan a probar instrumentos este viernes 28 de marzo o sábado 29 de marzo!