Commerce City Schools

Today was a special day for our CES and CPS students as they gathered with their mentors for a fun-filled Legacy Youth Mentoring Picnic! It was the perfect afternoon—complete with crafts, games, and quality time together. We are so grateful for our incredible mentors and our continued partnership with Legacy Youth Mentoring. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them grow through meaningful relationships!

Mr. Massey’s class had a special visitor today who brought each student a Walmart gift card! We are so thankful for a community that so willingly includes and provides for all students. The class is excited for a special trip next week where each student will have the chance to pick out something of their choice.

Our softball team is gearing up for an exciting season! We will have a Panda Express Day on April 18th from 11am-9pm at the new Commerce location. The softball team will earn 50% of event sales! Please plan for lunch or dinner and show our team some love! Thank you for your generosity and support – we couldn’t do it without you! PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE ATTACHED FLYER. PLEASE LET THEM KNOW YOU ARE THERE FOR COMMERCE SOFTBALL. Online Orders: Enter 3837960 in the fundraiser code box. In Person: Show on your smartphone

Today, our CPS /CES Tigers proudly participated in the Special Olympics! We are so proud of their hard work, determination, and team spirit. Watching them give their all and celebrate their achievements is truly inspiring. A huge thank you to everyone who supported and cheered them on. The Commerce community is truly one-of-a-kind, always coming together to uplift and celebrate one another.

CHS Adulting Day was a success for the Class of 2025! A big thank you to Cameron Shirley for organizing this amazing event. After a day filled with valuable guest speakers and real-world lessons, students wrapped things up with an etiquette luncheon led by Natalie Thomas, Director of Downtown Development for the City of Commerce.

Our CPS and CES Tigers are all set for the Special Olympics! They were cheered on with a fun school-wide parade and with lots of support from students and staff. We’re proud of our athletes—go Tigers!

CCSS Teacher Feature: Mrs. Rashada Anderson, 3rd Grade Teacher at CES Mrs. Rashada Anderson is in her 22nd year of teaching and currently serves as a third grade teacher at Commerce Elementary School. She’s taught first and second grades in the past, but third grade has truly captured her heart. “They’re at the perfect age for learning independence and responsibility,” she says. “I love seeing their curiosity, dedication, and unique personalities grow.” Mrs. Anderson holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Georgia State University and a Specialist’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University. She also has her Educational Leadership Certificate, and is certified in ESOL, Gifted education, and Reading. In 2016–2017, she was honored as Teacher of the Year for both CES and the entire Commerce City School System. Born and raised in Commerce, Mrs. Anderson takes pride in giving back to the community that shaped her. “It’s an honor to teach in the same system that made me who I am today,” she shares.

What an incredible day at the Special Olympics for CMS and CHS! We are so proud of all our Tigers who participated, supported, and cheered one another on. A special shoutout to CMS student James Wood for his beautiful performance of the National Anthem and to our CMS students who proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance to kick off the event. Your leadership and spirit made the day even more memorable! Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for your continued support. It’s days like this that remind us why we are so proud to be Tigers.

Our CMS team is off to the Special Olympics! They were sent off with a parade with smiles, cheers, and school spirit. A big thank‑you to our talented CMS band—your spirited performance had everyone marching and dancing along! We’re so proud of these incredible athletes and can’t wait to cheer them on as they shine!

Our CMS team is off to the Special Olympics! They were sent off with a parade with smiles, cheers, and school spirit. A big thank‑you to our talented CMS band—your spirited performance had everyone marching and dancing along! We’re so proud of these incredible athletes and can’t wait to cheer them on as they shine!

🚛 TOUCH A TRUCK is BACK in COMMERCE! 🚒 Join the City of Commerce for a fun-filled evening at the Commerce Administrative Complex on Tuesday, April 22nd from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Bring the whole family out to see and touch real city vehicles — from big trucks and tractors to firetrucks, police cars, garbage trucks, and more! 🚓🚜🔥 🎉 FREE Kona Ice and awesome prizes for the kiddos! 📍 110 State Street, Commerce, GA 💥 FREE event — Everyone is welcome! Don’t miss your chance to get up close with the cool machines that keep our city running! 👷‍♂️🚧

Exploring Career Clusters with 2nd Graders! Second graders visited some of the CHS CTAE pathway classes to learn about careers in teaching, healthcare, and audio-video production. Audio Visual Lights, camera, action! Students got a glimpse into careers in making movies, designing video games, and creating cool animations. Healthcare Our young explorers discovered the heroes in healthcare, like doctors, nurses, and veterinarians, who help people and animals stay healthy. Teaching as a Profession Teachers change the world! We talked about how teachers inspire learning and help kids grow their dreams. A big thank you to Christen Shiflet, Adia Burley, and their 3rd block students for helping us teach and show these younger Tigers what careers are out in the world! We are proud to offer these pathways to all of our students at CCSS, helping them explore exciting career opportunities for their future!

We were honored to recognize our outstanding seniors who have contributed so much to the CHS Baseball program. We are proud to celebrate their hard work, dedication, and achievements on and off the field. Mac Mullis Ethan Clutter Seth Rainey Saxton Cotrell Evan Peters Evan Martinez Cowen Baldwin Thank you, seniors, for your commitment and passion. Your legacy will always be a part of CHS Baseball.

Commerce City Schools was proud to attend the 20th Annual Legacy Youth Mentoring Gala, celebrating two decades of making a difference in the lives of young people. CMS student Kenslee Ivy delivered a heartfelt speech about the positive impact of the program and the meaningful relationship she has built with her mentor, Megan Flint. CHS student Tobias Russell was honored as the recipient of this year’s prestigious Jack Lindsay Scholarship. We are incredibly proud of these students and grateful for the mentors and leaders who continue to shape the future of our community.

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our Region 8A Literary Champions: Kristian Fulton – Boys' Solo Champion and Caroline Conger – Rhetorical Analysis Essay Champion.

We are excited to recognize the incredible achievements of Riley Lord and John Pittard, who earned a spot in the prestigious District 14 Honor Band! Their hard work, dedication, and musical talent have brought pride to our school and community.

We are thrilled to recognize these incredible students who proudly represented CHS at the University of Georgia Janfest Honor Band! Their talent and hard work were on full display, and they made us all proud with their outstanding performances. Congratulations to: 🌟 Riley Lord 🌟 John Pittard 🌟 Corbin Scoggins 🌟 Ivey Brown 🌟 Nevaeh Johnson 🌟 SaraGrace Simmons 🌟 Lem Wynne

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our CHS Academic Team, who have brought home the State Championship title! Special recognition goes to: 🌟 Rian Mullis 🌟 Caroline Conger 🌟 AJ Patrick 🌟 Gavan Welchel 🌟 Nevaeh Johnson 🌟 Riley Lord 🌟 Eve Ferguson And, of course, a huge thank-you to their amazing coach, Robin Richards, for guiding and supporting the team every step of the way!

We are proud to recognize Legacy Youth Mentoring as our April Partner in Education! Their unwavering support and commitment to the students of Commerce City Schools make a lasting impact every single day. Through their mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, Legacy Youth Mentoring empowers our youth to reach their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally. Their dedication to building strong, meaningful relationships is truly shaping the next generation of leaders. Thank you, Legacy Youth Mentoring, for being a vital part of our school community and for believing in the power of connection. We are grateful for your partnership!

Congratulations to the April Students, Teachers, and Employees of the Month! These outstanding individuals have demonstrated excellence throughout the school year. We are proud to recognize their hard work and dedication at our April BOE meeting. Commerce Primary & Elementary School ⭐ Teacher: Marcy Adams ⭐ Student: Makynlee Carroll Commerce Middle School ⭐ Teacher: Patty Crumbley ⭐ Student: Jaelynn Duncan ⭐️ Employee: Hayley McCoy Commerce High School ⭐ Teacher: Wes Massey ⭐ Student: Wesley Usher Jr.