Collinsville Middle School Trailblazers

INFORMATION
2009

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Blazing for a Cause

CMS FIGHT SONG

Fight the team across the floor.
Show them the Blazers are here.

Set the gym reverberating
with a mighty cheer.

Rah! Rah! Rah!

Play them hard; don’t ever stall.

Never let that team get the ball.

Hail, Hail!
The gangs all here,
and those Blazers are out to win.

Fight!
Trailblazers, f-i-g-h-t, fight
Trailblazers, f-i-g-h-t, fight

Three cheers, three cheers
for the Trailblazers!

WELCOME TO TRAILBLAZER TERRITORY

School News:

Visit from Premiere Martial Arts Academy

Collinsville Middle School students enjoyed the experience of participating in an engaging Martial Arts mini-unit provided by Premiere Martial Arts Academy. Master instructor Tom Whitticker took the students through a series of martial arts maneuvers and then offered each CMS student a 30-day free trial offer and free uniform at his Main street location in Collinsville.

Recent visit by the Treehouse Wildlife Center

The Treehouse Center recently visited Collinsville Middle School. Pam, a Treehouse educator, brought five different owls to show the students as she explained more about them. Students were able to discover and learn about the barred owl, the barn owl, the short-eared owl, the screech owl, and the great horned owl. Students in several classes were able to participate in this wonderful educational opportunity. Students and staff also received their own picture taken with Cappuccino, the barn owl, thanks to Eric Blokemker. Ms. Pride reminds us that it is up to all of us to help children learn about the beautiful animals and trees that we are so fortunate to enjoy! It was a great time for all “whooo” attended!

Click here to learn more about the Treehouse!

Lunch on the Positive Patio

Students at Collinsville Middle School (CMS) were recently treated to lunch on our Positive Patio. This feature is a new project that was added to the Character Education programs offered at CMS. In order to qualify for lunch on the “Positive Patio”, students must complete one workstation within one month on an enlarged game board called the “Trait Trail”. The “Trait Trail” (located in the CMS Media Center is comprised of various workstations representing each character trait. Students utilize non-class time to complete a packet of material about famous historical figures who exemplified good character. Students completing one workstation each month are invited to dine on the Positive Patio topped off with an ice cream treat for dessert. Media Specialist, Mr. Michael Hayman, coordinates the “Trait Trail”. The Character Education Committee is under the leadership of Mr. Todd Pettit, Assistant Principal.

Vision & Mission
of CMS

Our vision of Collinsville Middle School is to create a positive and safe learning environment.

Our mission in Collinsville Middle School is to:

Develop a curriculum that is aligned to state standards and meets student needs.
Create a nurturing learning environment that encourages success.
Create a safe learning environment by fostering self-discipline.
Maintain open lines of communication with parents and community.

Browse the CMS Photo Album.

Tips for Parents
Read some tips for living successfully with your young adolescent.

The Illinois Learning Standards (ILS) define what all students in all Illinois public schools should know and be able to do in the seven core areas as a result of their elementary and secondary schooling.
View the ILS online.

The Principal's Desk

Dear Collinsville Middle School Parent,

Greetings are extended to you as we begin a very exciting journey in the life of your child. Your child has gained the status of being a "Trailblazer." The term "Trailblazers" serves a purpose more than simply being the school mascot of Collinsville Middle School (CMS). This term describes the hope that each CMS staff member holds for your child.
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