Camillus Middle School

Friday Message from CMS Administration-May 8, 2026

Hello CMS Families,

It’s not too late! We are still looking for parent volunteers/circulators to help make our Spring Dance a success. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up using the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45AEA62AAAFBCE9-53484164-cmssnowflake

Additionally, on Sunday, May 10, CMS will be hosting a fundraiser at The Wildcat! 20% of your purchase will be donated back to CMS. Treat the moms and special women in your life to a delicious dinner at The Wildcat, we’re calling it “No Cooking on Mother’s Day!” To receive 20% off, simply show your flyer at checkout. Flyers were sent home with students and are also attached below.

We hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend!

Warm regards,

CMS Administration

Friday Message from CMS Administration-May 1, 2026

Dear Families,

It’s been a strong and productive week at CMS.

Our 8th-grade students completed the New York State Science Assessment, and we are proud of the focus and effort they demonstrated throughout the testing process. Thank you for your support in helping them come prepared and ready to do their best each day.

Looking ahead, on Monday and Tuesday, students will participate in the New York State ELA Assessment. A good night’s rest, a healthy breakfast, and a consistent routine at home can make a meaningful difference in helping students feel confident and ready. Don’t forget to charge Chromebooks Sunday night.

I’d also like to recognize our outstanding principal, Mrs. Mathis. May 1st is National Principal’s Day, and we are grateful for her vision, leadership, sense of humor, and unwavering dedication to the CMS community. We are fortunate to have her leading our school.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support.

Sincerely,

CMS Administration

Joe Curtin

Upcoming Dates

• May 4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week!

• May 4-ELA Assessment

• May 5- ELA Assessment

• May 5 PTO meeting 7 pm Location CMS LGIR

• May 8- CMS Dance 7-9pm

• May 22- No School WGCSD "Give Back" Day

Clubs

May 5

👩‍👩‍👦‍👧 Student Council (Room 217)

🎮 ESports (Room 8)

🏳️‍🌈 SAGA/Pride (Room 122)

May 7

🔬 Science Club (Room 210)

🌍 Social Justice Coalition (Room 200)

🎮 ESports (Room 8)

🎣 Angler Club (Room 113)

May 8

🎭 Drama Club (Room 123)

🤝 Interact Club

Dear CMS Families,

We had a great week here at CMS, filled with both academic focus and opportunities to celebrate our students’ talents and achievements.

A major highlight was the completion of our Math State Testing. We are proud of the effort our students put forth and appreciate your support in helping them come prepared and ready to do their best.

We also enjoyed an outstanding music performance featuring our Select Band, Select Chorus, and Chamber Strings. Our students did a wonderful job showcasing their hard work and dedication. Thank you to our music staff for making this such a special event.

In addition, we held our Student of the Month celebration, recognizing students who consistently demonstrate positive character, effort, and leadership within our school community. We are incredibly proud of these students and all they contribute to CMS.

Looking ahead to next week, we will continue with state assessments as our 8th-grade students take the Science State Test on April 28th. As always, please help ensure students are well-rested and arrive on time so they are set up for success.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Sincerely,

CMS Administration

Upcoming Events:

NYS Grade 8 Science Assessment – April 28

NYS Grade 7 and 8 ELA Assessment- May 4th, May 5th

Spring Dance May 8th 7-9 pm

Clubs & Activities:

April 28, ESports, SAGA/Pride, Select Chorus

April 30: Anglers Club, Better Together, ESports

Message from the Principal-April 10, 2026

Dear CMS Families,

April has arrived, bringing with it the promise of warmer weather and a renewed sense of energy as we move into the final stretch of the school year. As we approach the end of the third marking period, I encourage families to continue checking SchoolTool regularly to ensure that your scholar is staying on track academically and taking advantage of all available supports.

I would also like to take a moment to again emphasize the importance of consistent student attendance. Each day in school matters, and regular attendance plays a critical role in academic success, student engagement, and overall well-being. Our staff is committed to supporting every student, every day, and we truly want to see all of our Wildcats present and ready to learn.

April is also a busy and exciting time at CMS. We look forward to celebrating our students through upcoming events, recognizing our Student of the Month honorees, and supporting our scholars as they participate in the NYS assessments. We are confident that our students will demonstrate their growth, perseverance, and dedication.

As always, we appreciate your continued partnership in supporting our school community. Together, we will continue to foster an environment where students are safe, respectful, responsible, and kind, because we are truly Better Together.

It’s a great day to be a Wildcat!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Mathis

Principal, Camillus Middle School

Message from the Principal-March 13, 2026

Dear CMS Families,

March is upon us, and we are hopeful that warmer weather will arrive soon as we have officially sprung forward into longer days. As we move through the month, I encourage families to check SchoolTool regularly to ensure that your scholar is in good academic standing as we approach the end of the third marking period.

I also want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of student attendance. Being present in school each day is one of the most important factors in student success. In New York State, research shows that students who miss 10% or more of the school year are considered chronically absent, which can significantly impact academic performance and connection to school. Our teachers look forward to educating and supporting our scholars each day, and we truly want to see them here and engaged in learning daily.

There are several exciting events happening at CMS this week. We look forward to celebrating Spirit Week and supporting an important cause during St. Baldrick’s. Our Student of the Month Ceremony will take place on March 17, 2026 at 8:15 a.m. Families of students being honored are warmly invited to attend.

Please note that there will be no school for students on Friday, March 20, 2026. Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our CMS school community. As you go throughout your day, we encourage everyone to be safe, be responsible, be respectful, and be kind, but most importantly, be Better Together.

It’s a great day to be a Wildcat!

Warm regards,

Mrs. Mathis

Principal, Camillus Middle School

CMS Principal's Message-March 6, 2026

Family Message

This week, we celebrated World Language Week at school. Students enjoyed hearing a variety of languages during the morning announcements, which was a great way to recognize and celebrate the diversity in our community.

Congratulations to our Battle of the Books team for finishing the competition with an impressive performance. Our Math League team also had a successful meet this week. In addition, many of our Winter II sports teams are wrapping up their seasons. We are proud of the hard work and dedication these students showed while representing our school.

Families are also encouraged to attend the District Culture Fair on Saturday, March 7 at 12:00 PM at the high school. This event is a great opportunity to celebrate the many cultures represented in our community.

Looking ahead, we have a full week of events coming up. Please be sure to check the schedule so you do not miss the many great activities planned for our students and families.

Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy the warm weather this weekend!

Sincerely,

CMS administration

Check out CMS Instagram for photos from this past week!

@camilus.principal @camillus_middle

Upcoming this Week at CMS

• March 10 - CMS Band concert at HS at 7 pm

• March 11- 3v3 basketball tournament 3-4 pm

• March 12 - CMS String concert at HS at 7 pm

Club Schedule

March 9

• 🔬Science Club (Room 210)

• Visit from Dr. Druger until 3:30 pm

March 10

• 🎶Select Chorus (Room 123)

• 🎮ESports (Room 8)

• 🏳️‍🌈SAGA/ Pride (Room 122)

March 12

• 🎻Chamber Strings(Rm 124)

• 🎮ESports (Room 8)

• Jazz Band

March 13

• 🎭Drama Club (Room 123)

• 🛠️Tech (LGI)

• Interact Club

• ✨Makerspace (Room 8)

Information about the 2026 Capital Improvement Project Referendum

The Board of Education approved a resolution at its January 21, 2026 meeting to move the 2026 Capital Improvement Project forward for a community vote. The vote will take place on Monday, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Details are posted to the website and will be updated in the upcoming weeks.

Community Forums

Community Forums will be held on:

Monday, March 9, 2026 at

7:00 p.m. in the Camillus Middle School Cafeteria

Monday, March 16, 2026 at

7:00 p.m. in the West Genesee High School Auditorium

Referendum Vote

The 2026 Capital Improvement Project Referendum Vote will take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the West Genesee High School Auditorium Lobby from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. To learn more about the Capital Improvement Project click on this link: https://youtu.be/JFN_EsPSBk0?si=WOzAI25Fy7oieBbK

CMS Principal's Message-February 13, 2026 

Message from the Principal-February 7, 2026