🏃♀️ Join Our Coaching Staff! 🏃♂️
California Middle School is now hiring an Assistant Track Coach for the 26-27 school year! We are looking for someone passionate about working with student-athletes and helping grow our track program.
Apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
California Middle School is now hiring an Assistant Track Coach for the 26-27 school year! We are looking for someone passionate about working with student-athletes and helping grow our track program.
Apply here: https://www.californiak12.org/o/carisd/page/employment
🎉 Congratulations to 8th grader Stephen Langarica! 🎉
Stephen traveled to St. Louis on Saturday, May 9, where he presented his original poetry in the garden of the historic Eugene Field House. Stephen was recognized as a finalist and earned a $50 gift card for his outstanding work!
Stephen and his family also had the opportunity to tour the historic home of writer Eugene Field. Pictured here is Stephen with an Eugene Field imitator during the event.
Stephen’s poem, “Stopping by Spotsylvania on a Hilltop at Sundown,” was inspired by Robert Frost’s “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.”
We are so proud of Stephen for sharing his talent and representing our school so well! ✨📚
Stephen traveled to St. Louis on Saturday, May 9, where he presented his original poetry in the garden of the historic Eugene Field House. Stephen was recognized as a finalist and earned a $50 gift card for his outstanding work!
Stephen and his family also had the opportunity to tour the historic home of writer Eugene Field. Pictured here is Stephen with an Eugene Field imitator during the event.
Stephen’s poem, “Stopping by Spotsylvania on a Hilltop at Sundown,” was inspired by Robert Frost’s “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.”
We are so proud of Stephen for sharing his talent and representing our school so well! ✨📚
🏥 Moniteau County Health Center – 2026 Sports Physicals
Call 573-796-3412 to schedule your appointment.
💲 $15 suggested donation
📄 Please bring your signed sports physical form
Available Dates & Times:
June 3 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
June 24 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
July 8 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
July 22 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
August 5 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
August 12 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Call 573-796-3412 to schedule your appointment.
💲 $15 suggested donation
📄 Please bring your signed sports physical form
Available Dates & Times:
June 3 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
June 24 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
July 8 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
July 22 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
August 5 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
August 12 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🚨 Reminder! It’s Diaper Derby Week at CMS! 🍼💙
We are collecting diapers of any size and unscented baby wipes to support The Well CaliMO organization and local families in need.
Our community is always there to support our schools and students, and we would love the opportunity to give back to the churches and organizations that do so much for families in our area!
Donations can be dropped off at the CMS front office throughout the week. Thank you for helping us support our community and make a difference! #PintoNation #CommunityStrong
We are collecting diapers of any size and unscented baby wipes to support The Well CaliMO organization and local families in need.
Our community is always there to support our schools and students, and we would love the opportunity to give back to the churches and organizations that do so much for families in our area!
Donations can be dropped off at the CMS front office throughout the week. Thank you for helping us support our community and make a difference! #PintoNation #CommunityStrong
🎉 What’s to Come?! 🎉
We are heading into the LAST week of school next week, and there are so many fun events happening at CMS! Check out what’s coming up:
📅 5/18
⭐ STAAR Party
📅 5/19
🌳 7th Grade Trip to the Park
🎤 8th Grade Poetry Café
⚖️ 5th Grade to the Courts and 5 & 50
☔ Rain date for the 8th Grade BBQ if the forecast looks rainy
📅 5/20
🍔 8th Grade BBQ outside on the fields all day
🎤 8th Grade Poetry if BBQ moves to 5/19
🌳 5th Grade Trip to the Park in the AM
📅 5/21
🏅 6th Grade Awards Ceremony
🏅 8th Grade Awards Ceremony
It’s a GREAT time to be a Pinto! ❤️
We are heading into the LAST week of school next week, and there are so many fun events happening at CMS! Check out what’s coming up:
📅 5/18
⭐ STAAR Party
📅 5/19
🌳 7th Grade Trip to the Park
🎤 8th Grade Poetry Café
⚖️ 5th Grade to the Courts and 5 & 50
☔ Rain date for the 8th Grade BBQ if the forecast looks rainy
📅 5/20
🍔 8th Grade BBQ outside on the fields all day
🎤 8th Grade Poetry if BBQ moves to 5/19
🌳 5th Grade Trip to the Park in the AM
📅 5/21
🏅 6th Grade Awards Ceremony
🏅 8th Grade Awards Ceremony
It’s a GREAT time to be a Pinto! ❤️
📚 End of Year Book & Chromebook Collection Schedule 💻
As we approach the end of the school year, please review the important collection dates below. Students will be expected to return all assigned materials on their designated day.
📖 May 11
7th & 8th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
💻 May 12
5th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 13
6th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 14
7th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 15
8th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
Thank you for helping ensure all materials are returned on time and in good condition!
As we approach the end of the school year, please review the important collection dates below. Students will be expected to return all assigned materials on their designated day.
📖 May 11
7th & 8th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
💻 May 12
5th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 13
6th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 14
7th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 15
8th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
Thank you for helping ensure all materials are returned on time and in good condition!
📣 Calling Local Vendors!
We are excited to invite local businesses to join our Back-to-School Professional Development Media Day Vendor Event!
On August 17th at the high school (morning), all staff will gather for professional development—and we would love to offer them the opportunity to shop for Pinto gear and accessories from local vendors like you!
This is a great chance to:
Connect with our staff and new team members
Showcase and sell your Pinto apparel and accessories
Support our school community while promoting your business
We understand this takes time and effort to prepare inventory and attend, and we truly appreciate your consideration. We would be honored to have you join us!
If you are interested in participating, please contact:
Janet Henley
📧 janet.henley@californiak12.org
We hope to see you there and appreciate your support of Pinto Nation! 🐎
We are excited to invite local businesses to join our Back-to-School Professional Development Media Day Vendor Event!
On August 17th at the high school (morning), all staff will gather for professional development—and we would love to offer them the opportunity to shop for Pinto gear and accessories from local vendors like you!
This is a great chance to:
Connect with our staff and new team members
Showcase and sell your Pinto apparel and accessories
Support our school community while promoting your business
We understand this takes time and effort to prepare inventory and attend, and we truly appreciate your consideration. We would be honored to have you join us!
If you are interested in participating, please contact:
Janet Henley
📧 janet.henley@californiak12.org
We hope to see you there and appreciate your support of Pinto Nation! 🐎
Next week, CMS is hosting a Diaper Derby! 🍼💙
The Well CaliMO organization provides diapers and wipes to many of our local families, and they are always in need of extra donations — especially unscented baby wipes. Brand does not matter!
Our community does so much to support our schools and students, so we would love the opportunity to give back and support the local churches and organizations that help so many families in our area.
Please consider donating diapers of any size and/or unscented baby wipes. Donations can be dropped off at the CMS front office next week.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community! #PintoNation #CommunityStrong
The Well CaliMO organization provides diapers and wipes to many of our local families, and they are always in need of extra donations — especially unscented baby wipes. Brand does not matter!
Our community does so much to support our schools and students, so we would love the opportunity to give back and support the local churches and organizations that help so many families in our area.
Please consider donating diapers of any size and/or unscented baby wipes. Donations can be dropped off at the CMS front office next week.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community! #PintoNation #CommunityStrong
We have a new face and a not-so-new face joining our middle school team!
Please help us welcome Mrs. Forck to the 5th-grade team, along with a familiar face we all know and love — Mrs. Jenkins from our 4th-grade team! We are excited to have both of these amazing educators working with our students at the middle school.
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ❤️
Please help us welcome Mrs. Forck to the 5th-grade team, along with a familiar face we all know and love — Mrs. Jenkins from our 4th-grade team! We are excited to have both of these amazing educators working with our students at the middle school.
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! ❤️
📚 End of Year Book & Chromebook Collection Schedule 💻
As we approach the end of the school year, please review the important collection dates below. Students will be expected to return all assigned materials on their designated day.
📖 May 8
5th & 6th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
📖 May 11
7th & 8th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
💻 May 12
5th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 13
6th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 14
7th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 15
8th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
Thank you for helping ensure all materials are returned on time and in good condition!
As we approach the end of the school year, please review the important collection dates below. Students will be expected to return all assigned materials on their designated day.
📖 May 8
5th & 6th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
📖 May 11
7th & 8th Grade Book/Media Collection Day
Students will return ALL library books and media (mice, hotspots, and headphones).
Missing items will incur replacement fees.
💻 May 12
5th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 13
6th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 14
7th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
💻 May 15
8th Grade Chromebook Collection Day
Students will return Chromebooks WITH chargers.
Missing chargers will incur a $40 replacement fee.
Thank you for helping ensure all materials are returned on time and in good condition!
A huge thank you to McCall’s for donating candles to our SCENT-sational teachers! 🕯️💛
We truly appreciate your generosity and continued support of our staff and schools. Small acts of kindness like this make a big difference and help our teachers feel celebrated and appreciated! Thank you for supporting Pinto Pride!
We truly appreciate your generosity and continued support of our staff and schools. Small acts of kindness like this make a big difference and help our teachers feel celebrated and appreciated! Thank you for supporting Pinto Pride!
6th-grade students visited FBC to enjoy the movie Rio as part of their upcoming rainforest unit and learning experience. 🌿🦜
After the movie, students worked in small groups of 3–4 to design and build their own paper airplanes. They then competed in three fun challenges:
✈️ Distance
🎯 Accuracy (hitting the target)
⏱️ Hang time
It was a great hands-on day of learning, creativity, and friendly competition as they prepared for their rainforest study and upcoming tours!
After the movie, students worked in small groups of 3–4 to design and build their own paper airplanes. They then competed in three fun challenges:
✈️ Distance
🎯 Accuracy (hitting the target)
⏱️ Hang time
It was a great hands-on day of learning, creativity, and friendly competition as they prepared for their rainforest study and upcoming tours!
Our middle school bands have been hard at work these past few weeks! 🎶
From an outstanding end-of-year concert to an impressive performance in St. James, where they earned top honors, these students continue to shine.
We are so proud of their dedication, talent, and the way they represent our school! 👏🎺
From an outstanding end-of-year concert to an impressive performance in St. James, where they earned top honors, these students continue to shine.
We are so proud of their dedication, talent, and the way they represent our school! 👏🎺
📣 REMINDER! 📣
Tomorrow you will receive an email about our new communication platform. 📱
This is NOT spam.
🔐 Please log in:
Parents, please log in to your account once you receive the message.
👀 Even if a “Room” is not yet created for your student, you should still see their name appear
📲 Please take time to explore the app and its features
🌟 There is a lot of helpful information and tools available
💻 Access Options:
You can also log in through the school website
🔔 You may enable notifications and adjust your settings anytime
🌍 The app supports multiple languages—please set it to the language that best supports your family
👨👩👧 Student & Parent Login:
Students should sign in using Google
Parents should sign in using their phone number
📊 All information is pulled directly from Infinite Campus, so it is important that your information is up to date
📌 Important Notes:
This system will eventually replace other communication apps (such as SportsYou, ClassDojo, Remind, etc.)
⏳ Please do NOT delete those apps yet—teachers will continue using current communication methods for the remainder of this school year
🏫 Full transition will take place in the upcoming school year and summer school!
We are excited to begin this new way of communicating and keeping everything in one place! 🌟
Thank you for your support as we make this transition together. 🤝
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
Tomorrow you will receive an email about our new communication platform. 📱
This is NOT spam.
🔐 Please log in:
Parents, please log in to your account once you receive the message.
👀 Even if a “Room” is not yet created for your student, you should still see their name appear
📲 Please take time to explore the app and its features
🌟 There is a lot of helpful information and tools available
💻 Access Options:
You can also log in through the school website
🔔 You may enable notifications and adjust your settings anytime
🌍 The app supports multiple languages—please set it to the language that best supports your family
👨👩👧 Student & Parent Login:
Students should sign in using Google
Parents should sign in using their phone number
📊 All information is pulled directly from Infinite Campus, so it is important that your information is up to date
📌 Important Notes:
This system will eventually replace other communication apps (such as SportsYou, ClassDojo, Remind, etc.)
⏳ Please do NOT delete those apps yet—teachers will continue using current communication methods for the remainder of this school year
🏫 Full transition will take place in the upcoming school year and summer school!
We are excited to begin this new way of communicating and keeping everything in one place! 🌟
Thank you for your support as we make this transition together. 🤝
It’s a great day to be a Pinto! 🐴💙
Mark your calendars! Here are the middle school summer softball dates! 🥎☀️
📚 Middle School MAP Testing begins tomorrow!
Please make sure your student is present all week for testing. A few simple things can make a big difference:
Get a good night’s sleep 😴
Eat a healthy breakfast 🍎
Come ready to focus and do your best 💪
We know our students are ready to ROCK the MAP test! 🎯
Please make sure your student is present all week for testing. A few simple things can make a big difference:
Get a good night’s sleep 😴
Eat a healthy breakfast 🍎
Come ready to focus and do your best 💪
We know our students are ready to ROCK the MAP test! 🎯
Congrats to our Archery Team Academic Archers! 🎯📚
These students are being recognized through the NASP® Academic Archer program for excelling both in the classroom and in archery. To earn this honor, they participate in school archery and maintain strong grades with no D’s or F’s while meeting GPA standards.
We’re proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to success on and off the range—way to go, Pintos! 💙
These students are being recognized through the NASP® Academic Archer program for excelling both in the classroom and in archery. To earn this honor, they participate in school archery and maintain strong grades with no D’s or F’s while meeting GPA standards.
We’re proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to success on and off the range—way to go, Pintos! 💙
📣 LAST CHANCE to vote for Pinto Pride! 📣
This is the FINAL month for Pinto Pride votes! We want to recognize the teacher or staff member who consistently goes above and beyond for our students and school community. If someone has made a difference, now is the time to make sure they are celebrated! 💙🐴
Voting will close on Monday, May 18th, so don’t wait—get your votes in today!
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_3f4qFmgOed1Xb6EzgFc8Br7ZnnDfGquZ-y8dRrf4u2FR5g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100372403223739056249
Let’s finish the year strong by recognizing the amazing people who make our school such a special place! ⭐
This is the FINAL month for Pinto Pride votes! We want to recognize the teacher or staff member who consistently goes above and beyond for our students and school community. If someone has made a difference, now is the time to make sure they are celebrated! 💙🐴
Voting will close on Monday, May 18th, so don’t wait—get your votes in today!
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_3f4qFmgOed1Xb6EzgFc8Br7ZnnDfGquZ-y8dRrf4u2FR5g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100372403223739056249
Let’s finish the year strong by recognizing the amazing people who make our school such a special place! ⭐
🏈 California Middle School Football Camp 🏈
Mark your calendars! Camp is set for July 20th–23rd and is a great opportunity for incoming 7th & 8th graders to improve skills, compete, and have fun this summer!
🕠 Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Location: High School Football Field
💲 Cost: $25 (includes a camp t-shirt!)
If you're planning to play football this fall, you won’t want to miss it!
📣 Questions? Contact Coaches Schreck, Felber, Peoples, or Hill.
👉 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfydRWyni-SN5qUkAWeAjxwnw6BB6SLyWOl6Od21dhBJXtl8w/viewform?usp=dialog
Let’s get better together this summer—Go Pintos! 💪
Mark your calendars! Camp is set for July 20th–23rd and is a great opportunity for incoming 7th & 8th graders to improve skills, compete, and have fun this summer!
🕠 Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Location: High School Football Field
💲 Cost: $25 (includes a camp t-shirt!)
If you're planning to play football this fall, you won’t want to miss it!
📣 Questions? Contact Coaches Schreck, Felber, Peoples, or Hill.
👉 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfydRWyni-SN5qUkAWeAjxwnw6BB6SLyWOl6Od21dhBJXtl8w/viewform?usp=dialog
Let’s get better together this summer—Go Pintos! 💪
🏃♂️🏃♀️ Youth Track Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Grades: 3rd–8th
📅 Dates: June 8th–11th
Get ready for a fun week of learning track and field skills, building speed, and having a great time with friends!
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/HJQVHnjVqJm6RAdP6
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready to run! 🏅
Grades: 3rd–8th
📅 Dates: June 8th–11th
Get ready for a fun week of learning track and field skills, building speed, and having a great time with friends!
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/HJQVHnjVqJm6RAdP6
Don’t miss out—sign up today and get ready to run! 🏅
