Commerce City Schools

Our 8th grade students have been embracing the beauty of words during National Poetry Month. They spent the week exploring a variety of poems, writing their own pieces, and sharing their creative expressions with classmates.

Special Guest in CMS FACS Class! CMS FACS students had a special guest as Mr. Kirk joined the class to demonstrate how to make delicious fried rice! Students enjoyed learning valuable cooking techniques and getting hands-on experience in the kitchen. Thank you, Mr. Kirk, for sharing your time and skills with our students!

A huge thank you to the CHS football coaches and players for their generous donation to support the CMS fundraiser for the Iron Giraffe Challenge, benefiting Water for South Sudan! Their support demonstrates that the sense of community and support at CCSS is truly unmatched. The students also loved having the players pass out ice pops at lunch—thank you for making the day even more special!

Celebrating Our Incredible Assistant Principals! This week at CCSS, we are honoring our amazing Assistant Principals who go above and beyond every day to support our students, teachers, and staff. Their dedication, leadership, and hard work help create a positive and successful learning environment for all. A huge THANK YOU to: Chris Corkery – CMS Jordan Raettig – CHS Paige Puckett – CES Lindsey Lance – CPS Your commitment to excellence, encouragement, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed. We appreciate all that you do to make CCSS a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Today, we celebrate the incredible paraprofessionals at CCSS who make a difference in our students' lives every single day! From providing one-on-one support to assisting in classrooms, helping with daily tasks, and offering encouragement, our paras are the heart of our school community. Your dedication, patience, and hard work do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do to support our teachers and students! We appreciate you today and every day.

We had an incredible turnout for STEM Night at CES and CPS! Families enjoyed an evening filled with hands-on science activities and meaningful learning experiences. It was amazing to see our students exploring, discovering, and engaging alongside their families. A huge thank you to our teachers, staff, CHS TAP students, and families who made this event possible. Your dedication to bringing STEM to life for our students is truly appreciated!

🐾 Poetry in Action! 📖 Ms. Sibcy’s 3rd-grade class had a special visitor—Maverick, Mr. Kirk’s dog! As students explored poetry that captured the traits, actions, and spirit of dogs, Maverick made a surprise appearance, giving them a real-life example to connect with their reading. It was the perfect connection between literature and real life! A big thank you to Mr. Kirk and Maverick for making poetry even more meaningful!

April Fools' Day Fun at CES & CPS! There were lots of laughs around CES and CPS today! Ms. Sibcy’s class had a blast pranking Mrs. Puckett with some “running water” — literally! Meanwhile, Mrs. Pickle pulled off a classic with her students by offering them some delicious “Brown E’s”… only to reveal a tray full of cut-out brown letter E’s.

🐅 Calling All Jr. Tigers! 🏈 Join us for the 2025 Commerce Tigers Youth Camp and train like a champion! Don’t miss this chance to learn from CHS coaches and players while having a blast on the field! 📍 Location: CHS Football Stadium & Practice Field 📅 Dates: June 24-26 | ⏰ 6:00-8:00 PM Ages: 5 & older Cost: • $100 per child ($125 for two siblings) • Each additional sibling: +$25 • Early Registration (by May 18): $75 per child ($100 for two siblings) How to Register: https://5il.co/3c8vc ✅ Complete the liability waiver & registration form ✅ Return forms with payment to the CHS front office or mail to: 📬 272 Lakeview Drive, Commerce, GA 30529 For questions, contact Coach Gregory at Lenny.Gregory@commercecityschools.org

We were truly honored to be invited on a podcast with Tom Sheldon, Executive Producer of Northeast Georgia Business RadioX, to share the incredible things happening in Commerce City Schools! It was a great opportunity to highlight the dedication of our educators, the achievements of our students, and the innovative programs shaping our district’s future. Thank you, Tom, for giving us a platform to showcase the hard work and passion that make Commerce City Schools such a special place! Stay tuned for the episode— we can’t wait to share it with you!

Kindergarten registration opens tomorrow! Please see the attached graphic on registration details.

What an AMAZING performance by our talented CMS students in Junie B. Jones The Musical! From the vibrant storytelling to the incredible singing and acting, our students brought these beloved characters to life in the most entertaining way. A huge thank you to the cast, crew, directors, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this production such a success. Your hard work and dedication truly shined on stage! We are so proud of our students for their energy, enthusiasm, and talent. Bravo on a fantastic show!

Youth Speed and Agility has been canceled for tonight.

🎉 Honoring Our CHS Soccer Seniors! ⚽ Last week, we had the privilege of celebrating our amazing CHS soccer seniors: ⭐ Rian Mullis ⭐ Bryan Maldonado-Velasquez ⭐ Chris Valle-Orellana These athletes have dedicated countless hours to the game, showing leadership, perseverance, and Tiger pride every step of the way. Thank you, seniors, for your commitment to CHS soccer—you have left a lasting impact on our program, and we can’t wait to see all you accomplish next!

Yesterday, we had an amazing time celebrating spring with our adaptive classes and the Extra Special Tigers! From fun activities to a special lunch and countless smiles, it was a day overflowing with joy and the incredible spirit of our Tiger community. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this event truly unforgettable!

Congratulations to Susan Miller, our ESS Substitute of the Month! We appreciate her dedication and the positive impact she has on our students and staff at CCSS.

The Welding Simulator/Industrial Maintenance Trailer was back at CHS today! This hands-on experience was a huge hit last year, and we were thrilled to welcome it back. Representatives from WorkSource Northeast Georgia were on campus to guide students through the trailer, which featured simulators exploring careers in electrical, mechanical, PLCs, hydraulics, welding, and more. It was an incredible opportunity for students to gain insight into high-demand career pathways! We are proud to provide engaging and innovative opportunities for our students at CCSS!

Attention Rising Commerce Middle School 9th Graders! Are you interested in playing football? 🏈 Join us on Sunday, March 30th, at 2:00 PM at the Field House at CHS to learn more about the program and get started! We’re excited to meet you and kick off an amazing season. Don’t miss out!

Inspired to Make a Difference! Today, CMS students Gabe Tidwell and Nelson Ascencio showed how powerful literature can be. After reading A Long Walk to Water in Mrs. Sparks’ class and learning about Africa in Coach Flint’s class, they were inspired to take action—raising money to build a well in South Sudan! Students and staff also gathered today to learn about the water crisis in South Sudan, how limited access to water impacts communities, and ways to team up to create change. Starting tomorrow, CMS will sell Icee-pops for 50 cents each at lunch for 12 days to support the Water for South Sudan Iron Giraffe Challenge. Their goal is to raise $1,000 by April 18th to support clean water efforts.

Commerce City Schools has been named a 2025 Spring Culture Excellence Top Workplaces winner, and we’ve also received the Leadership Top Workplaces and Purpose & Values Top Workplaces awards! These awards are based on an anonymous survey conducted by a third party, which evaluates our workplace culture and climate. The results were compared to similar-sized organizations, and we’re proud to be recognized among the top performers! This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our incredible team. We’re excited to continue building a workplace where great culture, leadership, and collaboration thrive!