❤️🖤 A heartfelt thank you to First Christian Church, Hearing Care Partners, and the LifePoint Impact Center for supporting our CMS Cares Closet!
Your generous contributions help us provide food, clothing, school supplies, hygiene products, and other essential resources to CMS students in need. We are incredibly grateful for community partners who care for our students and help ensure they have the support they need to succeed.
Thank you for making a positive difference at CMS! ❤️🖤
#CMSCares #CommunityPartners #HornetPride
Head out to Danner Park today to cheer on our CMS Softball teams as they take on Trenton! A Team plays at 5:00 PM, followed by B Team at 6:30 PM. Come support our students and show that Hornet pride! 🥎🐝 #GoHornets
🎨The Better You Club held its first meeting Tuesday after school! Julie Barnes joined CMS Art teacher Mr. McQuinn and Better You Club sponsor and CMS Counselor Mrs. Donoho to teach students the art of face painting in preparation for Homecoming next week!
The Better You Club will offer face painting for just $1 next Friday morning in the CMS Commons before school. Stop by, show your Hornet Pride, and get ready to celebrate Homecoming! ❤️🖤
#HornetPride #CMSBetterYouClub #Homecoming2026
CHS & CMS Cross Country is at Lafayette County C-1 today (Tues., Sept. 8)! Start times: 6:15 PM - CMS Boys & Girls; 6:35 PM - CHS Varsity/JV Girls; 7:05 PM - CHS Varsity/JV Boys. Good luck, runners!
Due to high temperatures, the CHS & CMS softball games vs. Penney on Tues., Sept. 8 at Danner Park will now start at 6:00 PM. 6 PM: CHS Varsity & CMS A | 7:30 PM: CHS JV & CMS B. Details: www.chillicotheschools.org > Athletics Schedule
Hornet Family 🐝❤️🖤 Reminder: Chillicothe R-II Schools will NOT be in session Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day 🇺🇸🧰❤️🖤 Enjoy the long weekend - be safe and have fun!
7th grade science is diving into their first lab after reviewing lab safety! Students will explore how soap cleans, connect it to agriculture, write their first CER, and more. Learn more in our programs section on the CMS homepage : https://tinyurl.com/2dtfc7s7
❤️🖤 **WELCOME TO CMS, MISS MACY KINCADE!** 🖤❤️
We are excited to introduce **Miss Macy Kincade**, our new **FACS teacher and FCCLA sponsor** at Chillicothe Middle School! 🎉
Miss Kincade is a **Chillicothe local** and is excited to be part of the CMS family! Here are a few fun facts to help our Hornet family get to know her:
👩👩👧 She has **two sisters**, and one of them is her **twin!**
🎶 She is a BIG **Taylor Swift fan!**
❤️ She has been involved in **FCCLA since she was 16 years old**, and now she gets to share that passion with our CMS students as their FCCLA sponsor!
We are so excited to have Miss Kincade joining our team and can't wait to see the creativity, leadership, and real-world skills she brings to our FACS classroom and FCCLA program!
Please help us give **Miss Macy Kincade a BIG Hornet welcome to CMS!** ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #WelcomeToCMS #FACS #FCCLA #HornetPride
We are excited to introduce **Miss Macy Kincade**, our new **FACS teacher and FCCLA sponsor** at Chillicothe Middle School! 🎉
Miss Kincade is a **Chillicothe local** and is excited to be part of the CMS family! Here are a few fun facts to help our Hornet family get to know her:
👩👩👧 She has **two sisters**, and one of them is her **twin!**
🎶 She is a BIG **Taylor Swift fan!**
❤️ She has been involved in **FCCLA since she was 16 years old**, and now she gets to share that passion with our CMS students as their FCCLA sponsor!
We are so excited to have Miss Kincade joining our team and can't wait to see the creativity, leadership, and real-world skills she brings to our FACS classroom and FCCLA program!
Please help us give **Miss Macy Kincade a BIG Hornet welcome to CMS!** ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #WelcomeToCMS #FACS #FCCLA #HornetPride
Chillicothe R-II Reminder: All district offices and buildings will be closed on Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21. Buildings will reopen on Monday, August 24!
🚨 **CMS ORIENTATION IS TONIGHT!** ❤️🖤
We’re excited to welcome our Hornets back to CMS! Come pick up your schedule, meet your teachers, bring in your school supplies, and get ready for a great school year!
⏰ **6th Grade & New Students:** 5:30 p.m.
⏰ **7th–8th Grade:** 6:30 p.m.
🏃 **7th–8th Grade Sports Meeting:** 7:00 p.m.
🚪 **IMPORTANT:** Please enter through the **COMMONS DOORS** when you arrive.
We can’t wait to see our students and families tonight! Let’s get the new school year started!
**#HornetPride #CMSHornets #BackToSchool**
We’re excited to welcome our Hornets back to CMS! Come pick up your schedule, meet your teachers, bring in your school supplies, and get ready for a great school year!
⏰ **6th Grade & New Students:** 5:30 p.m.
⏰ **7th–8th Grade:** 6:30 p.m.
🏃 **7th–8th Grade Sports Meeting:** 7:00 p.m.
🚪 **IMPORTANT:** Please enter through the **COMMONS DOORS** when you arrive.
We can’t wait to see our students and families tonight! Let’s get the new school year started!
**#HornetPride #CMSHornets #BackToSchool**
🏈🏐🥎🏃📣 **FALL SPORTS START THIS WEEK AT CMS!**
We are excited to welcome our **7th & 8th grade student-athletes** back for the start of the fall sports season! Be sure to check out the Fall Sports Information flyer for first practice dates, times, and locations.
We are also excited to introduce **Bound**, the new sports app being used by the Chillicothe R-2 School District. Bound will be a great resource for students, parents, and fans to access schedules and follow their favorite Hornet teams. Check out the Bound flyer for information on getting started!
A big thank you to our CMS fall coaches for the time, energy, and leadership they give our student-athletes:
🏃 **Cross Country** – Ladyn Peterson
🏈 **Football** – Tony Fairchild, Carl Mercer, Chance Richardson & Andy Jobe
🥎 **Softball** – Brooke Horton & Larissa Lebsack
🏐 **Volleyball** – Anna Fisher & Terry McKiddy
📣 **Cheerleading** – Melanie Dinwiddie
We wish all of our student-athletes and coaches a **fun, healthy, and successful season!** Work hard, support your teammates, represent CMS with pride, and enjoy every moment.
**LET’S GO HORNETS! ❤️🖤**
#HornetPride #OneHornetNation #CMSHornets
🐝❤️ **A HUGE THANK YOU to Botts & Tye of Chillicothe!** ❤️🐝
We are incredibly grateful to **Botts & Tye** for their generous donation to help **stock our CMS Teacher & Staff Lounge!** Your kindness is a wonderful reminder of just how lucky we are to be part of a community that supports and appreciates our educators.
Those snacks and treats will definitely bring some smiles—and a little extra energy—to our staff throughout the school day! 😊
**Thank you, Botts & Tye, for supporting our CMS teachers and staff and showing us some amazing community love! We appreciate you!** ❤️🖤🐝
#CMSHornets #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #StaffAppreciation
📚**CMS Families – Back-to-School Information is Here!** 📚
We hope everyone is making the most of these final weeks of sunshine, vacations, and family time! ☀️ There is still plenty of time to enjoy summer break, but we also want to make sure our Hornets have everything they need for a smooth and successful start to the new school year.
📝 **Attached you'll find:**
✅ School Supply Lists for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade
✅ Orientation Information
📅 **CMS Orientation – Wednesday, August 19**
🐝 **6th Grade & New Students:** 5:30 p.m.
🐝 **7th & 8th Grade:** 6:30 p.m.
🏈 **7th-8th Grade Sports Meeting:** 7:00 p.m.
During orientation, students can:
📚 Pick up their schedules
👋 Meet their teachers
🎒 Bring and drop off their school supplies
We're excited to welcome everyone back for another incredible year at **Chillicothe Middle School!** Until then, keep making those summer memories, stay safe, and enjoy every minute of your break. We can't wait to see all of our Hornets soon! ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #BackToSchool #StingPride #HaveAGreatSchoolYear
We hope everyone is making the most of these final weeks of sunshine, vacations, and family time! ☀️ There is still plenty of time to enjoy summer break, but we also want to make sure our Hornets have everything they need for a smooth and successful start to the new school year.
📝 **Attached you'll find:**
✅ School Supply Lists for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade
✅ Orientation Information
📅 **CMS Orientation – Wednesday, August 19**
🐝 **6th Grade & New Students:** 5:30 p.m.
🐝 **7th & 8th Grade:** 6:30 p.m.
🏈 **7th-8th Grade Sports Meeting:** 7:00 p.m.
During orientation, students can:
📚 Pick up their schedules
👋 Meet their teachers
🎒 Bring and drop off their school supplies
We're excited to welcome everyone back for another incredible year at **Chillicothe Middle School!** Until then, keep making those summer memories, stay safe, and enjoy every minute of your break. We can't wait to see all of our Hornets soon! ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #BackToSchool #StingPride #HaveAGreatSchoolYear
📣 **CMS Hornets – Stock the Lounge!** ❤️🖤
Our CMS teachers work tirelessly every day to support, encourage, and educate our students. As we prepare for another great school year, we're asking our families and community members to help us **Stock the Lounge** with snacks and drinks for our amazing staff!
Donations of bottled water, soft drinks, chips, granola bars, candy, crackers, popcorn, and other individually wrapped snacks can be dropped off at the **CMS Front Office** between **8:00 AM–3:00 PM** any day during the week of **August 10–14**.
Every donation, big or small, helps show our teachers how much they are appreciated. Thank you for supporting CMS and helping us create a welcoming space where our staff can recharge throughout the school year! ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #StockTheLounge #SupportOurTeachers #HornetPride
Our CMS teachers work tirelessly every day to support, encourage, and educate our students. As we prepare for another great school year, we're asking our families and community members to help us **Stock the Lounge** with snacks and drinks for our amazing staff!
Donations of bottled water, soft drinks, chips, granola bars, candy, crackers, popcorn, and other individually wrapped snacks can be dropped off at the **CMS Front Office** between **8:00 AM–3:00 PM** any day during the week of **August 10–14**.
Every donation, big or small, helps show our teachers how much they are appreciated. Thank you for supporting CMS and helping us create a welcoming space where our staff can recharge throughout the school year! ❤️🖤
#CMSHornets #StockTheLounge #SupportOurTeachers #HornetPride
☀️ **CMS Summer Reminder!** ☀️
We know summer is far from over, and we hope everyone is enjoying a well-deserved break! However, we wanted to make sure our CMS families had plenty of time to add a few important dates to their calendars for the upcoming school year.
📅 Be sure to check out the attached information for:
* **CMS Orientation**
* **Fall Sports Camps & Practice Dates** *(Fall sports are available for incoming 7th and 8th grade students only.)*
Getting these dates on your calendar now will help make the transition back to school a little smoother in August!
We hope the rest of your summer is filled with fun, relaxation, and great memories. Enjoy every minute, and don't forget to get those schedules, camps, and orientation dates marked on your calendar.
❤️🖤 **Have a fantastic rest of your summer, Hornets! We can't wait to see everyone back at CMS in August!** 🖤❤️
#CMSHornets #SeeYouInAugust #BackToSchool #HornetPride
We know summer is far from over, and we hope everyone is enjoying a well-deserved break! However, we wanted to make sure our CMS families had plenty of time to add a few important dates to their calendars for the upcoming school year.
📅 Be sure to check out the attached information for:
* **CMS Orientation**
* **Fall Sports Camps & Practice Dates** *(Fall sports are available for incoming 7th and 8th grade students only.)*
Getting these dates on your calendar now will help make the transition back to school a little smoother in August!
We hope the rest of your summer is filled with fun, relaxation, and great memories. Enjoy every minute, and don't forget to get those schedules, camps, and orientation dates marked on your calendar.
❤️🖤 **Have a fantastic rest of your summer, Hornets! We can't wait to see everyone back at CMS in August!** 🖤❤️
#CMSHornets #SeeYouInAugust #BackToSchool #HornetPride
🇺🇸✈️ **CMS Students Take on Washington, D.C. & New York City!** 🗽🏙️
This week, 44 Chillicothe Middle School students and parents are embarking on an incredible journey to Washington, D.C. and New York City, where they will experience history, culture, and learning firsthand!
From exploring our nation's capital and visiting historic landmarks to experiencing the excitement and energy of New York City, these students are creating memories and gaining life experiences that will last a lifetime. There is no better way to bring American history to life than by walking through the places where it happened.
A very special thank you to Mrs. Sophie Chamber for bringing these travel opportunities back to CMS students. Her dedication, hard work, and commitment to providing meaningful experiences for our students are truly appreciated. Because of her efforts, our students have the chance to learn beyond the classroom walls and broaden their understanding of the world around them.
We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and unforgettable trip! We can't wait to hear about all the amazing experiences and memories made along the way.
#CMSHornets #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #WashingtonDC #NewYorkCity #CreatingMemories #CMSProud ❤️🖤
🐝🖤❤️ **Welcome to Chillicothe Middle School, Mrs. Danielle Costner!** ❤️🖤🐝
CMS is excited to welcome **Mrs. Danielle Costner** as our new **Assistant Principal** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Mrs. Costner brings **10 years of experience in education** and holds a **Master’s Degree in K-12 Leadership**. Her passion for supporting students, building strong relationships, and creating a positive school culture will make her a tremendous asset to the CMS community.
As Assistant Principal, Mrs. Costner is committed to helping students succeed both academically and personally while working closely with staff and families to ensure every student has the support they need to thrive. Her leadership experience and student-centered approach will help continue the tradition of excellence at CMS.
Mrs. Costner and her husband, Beau, have been married for 19 years and are the proud parents of three boys: **Caden, Milo, and Harrison**. Family is an important part of her life, and she understands the value of strong school-family partnerships in helping students reach their full potential.
Mrs. Costner shared, *"This opportunity is especially meaningful to me because I first met many of this group of students when they were in 2nd and 3rd grade, and I am so excited to now watch them continue to grow and succeed in middle school. I look forward to building relationships with our students and families and helping make this a positive and successful school year for everyone!"*
Please join us in giving Mrs. Costner a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students, staff, and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #CMSLeadership #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝📚❤️🖤
CMS is excited to welcome **Mrs. Danielle Costner** as our new **Assistant Principal** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Mrs. Costner brings **10 years of experience in education** and holds a **Master’s Degree in K-12 Leadership**. Her passion for supporting students, building strong relationships, and creating a positive school culture will make her a tremendous asset to the CMS community.
As Assistant Principal, Mrs. Costner is committed to helping students succeed both academically and personally while working closely with staff and families to ensure every student has the support they need to thrive. Her leadership experience and student-centered approach will help continue the tradition of excellence at CMS.
Mrs. Costner and her husband, Beau, have been married for 19 years and are the proud parents of three boys: **Caden, Milo, and Harrison**. Family is an important part of her life, and she understands the value of strong school-family partnerships in helping students reach their full potential.
Mrs. Costner shared, *"This opportunity is especially meaningful to me because I first met many of this group of students when they were in 2nd and 3rd grade, and I am so excited to now watch them continue to grow and succeed in middle school. I look forward to building relationships with our students and families and helping make this a positive and successful school year for everyone!"*
Please join us in giving Mrs. Costner a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students, staff, and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #CMSLeadership #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝📚❤️🖤
🖤❤️ **Welcome to Chillicothe Middle School, Mrs. Connie Rardon!** ❤️🖤
CMS is excited to welcome **Mrs. Connie Rardon** as a new **Special Education Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Mrs. Rardon brings nearly **20 years of experience in education** and has worked with students of all ages, from **3-year-olds through 12th grade**. Her extensive background and commitment to meeting the unique needs of every learner make her a tremendous addition to the CMS team.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Rardon has believed that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process. She is passionate about providing **hands-on learning opportunities** that help students make meaningful connections and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.
Family is an important part of Mrs. Rardon's life. She and her family enjoy traveling together and have set a goal of visiting **all 50 State Capitals**. She is also the proud parent of **three children who attend middle school**, giving her a unique perspective on the middle school experience and the importance of strong school-family partnerships.
Mrs. Rardon shared, *"The upcoming school year will be my 20th year in education. I’ve had the opportunity to teach students of all ages and stages, and I believe students learn best when they have hands-on learning opportunities. I am excited to begin a new chapter in my educational career and become part of the CMS family."*
Please join us in giving Mrs. Rardon a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the experience, passion, and dedication she will bring to our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #WelcomeToCMS #ChillicotheR2 ❤️🖤
CMS is excited to welcome **Mrs. Connie Rardon** as a new **Special Education Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Mrs. Rardon brings nearly **20 years of experience in education** and has worked with students of all ages, from **3-year-olds through 12th grade**. Her extensive background and commitment to meeting the unique needs of every learner make her a tremendous addition to the CMS team.
Throughout her career, Mrs. Rardon has believed that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process. She is passionate about providing **hands-on learning opportunities** that help students make meaningful connections and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.
Family is an important part of Mrs. Rardon's life. She and her family enjoy traveling together and have set a goal of visiting **all 50 State Capitals**. She is also the proud parent of **three children who attend middle school**, giving her a unique perspective on the middle school experience and the importance of strong school-family partnerships.
Mrs. Rardon shared, *"The upcoming school year will be my 20th year in education. I’ve had the opportunity to teach students of all ages and stages, and I believe students learn best when they have hands-on learning opportunities. I am excited to begin a new chapter in my educational career and become part of the CMS family."*
Please join us in giving Mrs. Rardon a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the experience, passion, and dedication she will bring to our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #WelcomeToCMS #ChillicotheR2 ❤️🖤
🐝🖤❤️ **Welcome to Chillicothe Middle School, Ms. Katelynn Fleener!** ❤️🖤🐝
CMS is excited to welcome **Ms. Katelynn Fleener** as our new **Special Education Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Ms. Fleener is no stranger to the CMS family, having previously served as a **paraprofessional at Chillicothe Middle School**. During her time at CMS, she built strong relationships with students and staff while demonstrating a passion for helping all students succeed. We are excited to welcome her back in her new role as a Special Education Teacher.
Ms. Fleener is currently completing her degree in Education at **Central Methodist University**, and she is eager to apply her knowledge and experiences to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of her students. Her dedication to meeting students' individual needs and helping them reach their full potential will make her a valuable member of our team.
Outside of school, Ms. Fleener enjoys reading, spending time with her two dogs, and preparing for her wedding next year. She is excited to continue serving students and contributing to the positive culture that makes CMS a special place.
Ms. Fleener shared, *"I am excited to be joining Chillicothe Middle School as a Special Education teacher. I previously worked at CMS as a paraprofessional and am excited to continue supporting students and being part of the CMS family!"*
Please join us in giving Ms. Fleener a warm CMS welcome as she begins this new chapter with our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #SpecialEducation #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝📚❤️🖤
CMS is excited to welcome **Ms. Katelynn Fleener** as our new **Special Education Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Ms. Fleener is no stranger to the CMS family, having previously served as a **paraprofessional at Chillicothe Middle School**. During her time at CMS, she built strong relationships with students and staff while demonstrating a passion for helping all students succeed. We are excited to welcome her back in her new role as a Special Education Teacher.
Ms. Fleener is currently completing her degree in Education at **Central Methodist University**, and she is eager to apply her knowledge and experiences to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of her students. Her dedication to meeting students' individual needs and helping them reach their full potential will make her a valuable member of our team.
Outside of school, Ms. Fleener enjoys reading, spending time with her two dogs, and preparing for her wedding next year. She is excited to continue serving students and contributing to the positive culture that makes CMS a special place.
Ms. Fleener shared, *"I am excited to be joining Chillicothe Middle School as a Special Education teacher. I previously worked at CMS as a paraprofessional and am excited to continue supporting students and being part of the CMS family!"*
Please join us in giving Ms. Fleener a warm CMS welcome as she begins this new chapter with our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #SpecialEducation #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝📚❤️🖤
🐝🖤❤️ **Welcome to Chillicothe Middle School, Ms. Madelyn Wilford!** ❤️🖤🐝
CMS is excited to welcome **Ms. Madelyn Wilford** as our new **7th Grade Math Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Ms. Wilford joins CMS after spending the past **two years teaching 5th grade at Chillicothe Elementary School**, where she built strong relationships with students and families while helping students develop a solid academic foundation. We are excited that she will continue working with many familiar faces as her students make the transition to middle school.
Ms. Wilford is a proud **two-time graduate of the University of Missouri**, earning both her undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Education. Her passion for teaching, commitment to student success, and enthusiasm for learning make her a wonderful addition to the CMS team.
Ms. Wilford is excited to begin this new chapter at CMS and looks forward to supporting students as they continue to grow both academically and personally. Her experience, positive attitude, and dedication to building meaningful relationships will be a tremendous asset to our school community.
Ms. Wilford shared, *"I am thrilled to be joining the team at Chillicothe Middle School this year as a 7th-grade teacher! After spending the last two years teaching 5th grade at Chillicothe Elementary, I’m excited to follow my students across town and continue supporting their growth in a new environment. I can’t wait to get started and see some familiar faces in the hallways this fall!"*
Please join us in giving Ms. Wilford a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #CMSMath #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝➗❤️🖤
CMS is excited to welcome **Ms. Madelyn Wilford** as our new **7th Grade Math Teacher** for the 2026-2027 school year!
Ms. Wilford joins CMS after spending the past **two years teaching 5th grade at Chillicothe Elementary School**, where she built strong relationships with students and families while helping students develop a solid academic foundation. We are excited that she will continue working with many familiar faces as her students make the transition to middle school.
Ms. Wilford is a proud **two-time graduate of the University of Missouri**, earning both her undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Education. Her passion for teaching, commitment to student success, and enthusiasm for learning make her a wonderful addition to the CMS team.
Ms. Wilford is excited to begin this new chapter at CMS and looks forward to supporting students as they continue to grow both academically and personally. Her experience, positive attitude, and dedication to building meaningful relationships will be a tremendous asset to our school community.
Ms. Wilford shared, *"I am thrilled to be joining the team at Chillicothe Middle School this year as a 7th-grade teacher! After spending the last two years teaching 5th grade at Chillicothe Elementary, I’m excited to follow my students across town and continue supporting their growth in a new environment. I can’t wait to get started and see some familiar faces in the hallways this fall!"*
Please join us in giving Ms. Wilford a warm CMS welcome as she joins our Hornet family! We are excited for the positive impact she will have on our students and school community.
#CMSHornets #HornetPride #WelcomeToCMS #CMSMath #ChillicotheR2 #HornetFamily 🐝➗❤️🖤
