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![CTV]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767894115/westport/rypprjjwcmkvzhqlbfhb/CTV1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767894115/westport/rypprjjwcmkvzhqlbfhb/CTV1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767894115/westport/rypprjjwcmkvzhqlbfhb/CTV1.jpg","width":800}])
CTV is our student-run broadcast club that brings the latest CMS news to life during homeroom.
![Festive Friday at CMS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766424870/westport/idd4nlwcqfqyjyj2zi2g/FestiveFridaythumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1766424870/westport/idd4nlwcqfqyjyj2zi2g/FestiveFridaythumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1766424870/westport/idd4nlwcqfqyjyj2zi2g/FestiveFridaythumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
The CMS community came together to celebrate Festive Friday with a day of music, generosity, and school spirit. Students enjoyed live holiday music from our Chamber Orchestra, the annual candy cane sale supporting Make-A-Wish Foundation, and a winter photo booth in the library. A special thank you to our PTA for treating students to a hot chocolate bar at lunch and providing a delicious cookie bar for staff.
![Staples Students Bring Financial Literacy to CMS Sixth Graders]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765982128/westport/uzzecsg51slsldb6zaie/FinancialLiteracythumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765982128/westport/uzzecsg51slsldb6zaie/FinancialLiteracythumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765982128/westport/uzzecsg51slsldb6zaie/FinancialLiteracythumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
Staples High School Math National Honor Society students recently visited CMS to kick off a three-part Financial Literacy series with our sixth graders. During the first session, students explored smart spending and saving, learned the difference between needs, wants, and waits, and discussed the 20% savings rule.
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On Friday, December 12, we proudly celebrated our Coleytowner C.O.L.T.S. Awards. This special recognition honors students who exemplify the spirit and core values of our school community. Award recipients were recognized for demonstrating excellence in one or more of our C.O.L.T.S. values—Character, Outstanding Effort, Lifelong Learning, Teamwork, and Spirit.
![CMS Science Olympiad]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765310800/westport/ztjszeyyrgrvmt57u228/CMSScienceOlympiadthumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765310800/westport/ztjszeyyrgrvmt57u228/CMSScienceOlympiadthumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765310800/westport/ztjszeyyrgrvmt57u228/CMSScienceOlympiadthumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
The CMS Science Olympiad team placed 2nd overall at the Ridgefield Invitational, earning medals in 18 of 23 events, including six first-place finishes. This strong start reflects hard work, initiative, and great sportsmanship, and sets an exciting precedent for the remainder of the competitive season.
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Workshop students recently immersed themselves in an exciting three-day Cardboard Challenge, where creativity and innovation were on full display. Students designed and built wearable creations, from imaginative hats to expressive masks, and engineered interactive games and mazes. Throughout the challenge, they brainstormed, built, tested, and refined their ideas, collaborating with peers and demonstrating impressive problem-solving skills.