Civic Memorial High School

Announcements for April 24, 2025 Please make good choices so you can go to the Prom! To attend the Prom, you must be present at school on Friday. If you want to purchase a yearbook for the 2024-2025 school year, sales will close after May 1. Yearbooks can be purchased by going to Jostens.com. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Sutton in room 204 or send questions via email to msutton@bethalto.org. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1076312/Civic-Memorial-High-School/2025-Yearbook/20240709042107250128/CATALOG_SHOP Senior Class Meeting — Thursday, April 24 (2nd Hour): This will be your final class meeting. Don’t miss it! ⛳ Girls Golf Meeting Interested in playing golf next year? Stop by for a quick meeting on Thursday, April 24, at 1:45 PM. 🗳️ Class Officer Applications Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors — want to run for class officer next year? Pick up an application outside Room 216. Deadline: April 24 Sexual Assault Awareness Week Join us in showing support and raising awareness: Thursday — Match a Friend Day: Consent means we’re all on the same page — in what we wear, do, and say. Friday — Denim Day: What someone wears is never an invitation. Wear denim to show you stand with survivors and against victim-blaming. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for 4/23 Lunch: Grab-N-Go Lunch Happy Secretaries Day! Please give the ladies in the office a big high five when you see them today!  All students attending the Lewis and Clark field trip must report to the CMHS Commons now. Math and ELA Teachers: Please remember to administer FastBridge Testing!  All students will take the SAEBRS in study hall. During study hall, all junior and Senior students can vote for the HOCO king and queen.  PLC Day — Wednesday, April 23: Grab-n-go lunch available. Check your email to sign up if you need one! Senior Class Meeting — Thursday, April 24 (2nd Hour): This will be your final class meeting. Don’t miss it! 👥 FreshMentors Wanted! Are you a Sophomore or Junior who wants to help next year’s freshmen succeed? Pick up a FreshMentor application from Mr. Schneider! ⛳ Girls Golf Meeting Interested in playing golf next year? Stop by for a quick meeting on Thursday, April 24, at 1:45 PM. 🗳️ Class Officer Applications Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors — want to run for class officer next year? Pick up an application outside Room 216. Deadline: April 24 Sexual Assault Awareness Week Join us in showing support and raising awareness: Wednesday — Floral Day: Like flowers, survivors need space to grow. Let’s help each other flourish. Thursday — Match a Friend Day: Consent means we’re all on the same page — in what we wear, do, and say. Friday — Denim Day: What someone wears is never an invitation. Wear denim to show you stand with survivors and against victim-blaming. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday!  🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for April 22, 2025 Lunch: Cheese Bites 📊 Grade Update Keep up the great work, Eagles! Here’s where we stand: * 9th Grade: 97% — 29 F’s * 10th Grade: 97% — 30 F’s * 11th Grade: 95% — 42 F’s * 12th Grade: 97% — 33 F’s 📉 Attendance Update Let’s push for strong attendance to finish the year! * 9th Grade: 88% * 10th Grade: 87% * 11th Grade: 86% * 12th Grade: 82% 📅 Important Dates & Reminders PLC Day — Wednesday, April 23: Grab-n-go lunch available. Check your email to sign up if you need one! Senior Class Meeting — Thursday, April 24 (2nd Hour): This will be your final class meeting. Don’t miss it! 👥 FreshMentors Wanted! Are you a Sophomore or Junior who wants to help next year’s freshmen succeed? Pick up a FreshMentor application from Mr. Schneider! ⛳ Girls Golf Meeting Interested in playing golf next year? Stop by for a quick meeting on Thursday, April 24 at 1:45 PM. 🗳️ Class Officer Applications Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors — want to run for class officer next year? Pick up an application outside Room 216. Deadline: April 24 Sexual Assault Awareness Week Join us in showing support and raising awareness: * Tuesday — Teal or Blue Day: Support starts with listening. Believe survivors. * Wednesday — Floral Day: Like flowers, survivors need space to grow. Let’s help each other flourish. * Thursday — Match a Friend Day: Consent means we’re all on the same page — in what we wear, do, and say. * Friday — Denim Day: What someone wears is never an invitation. Wear denim to show you stand with survivors and against victim-blaming. 🎶 Fight Song Friday!
This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday!  🔵 Blue Point System Check
Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR 4/17 Remember that it is a four-day week! We are off on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. Are you interested in being a FreshMentor? Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in being Freshmentors next year should pick up an application from Mr. Schneider. Any CM girls interested in playing golf next school year for CM, please attend a brief meeting on Thursday, April 24th at 1:45. Freshmen through Juniors who are interested in running for class officer for the next school year are encouraged to pick up an application from the bulletin board outside Room 216.  Applications are due 4/24. Students, please check your email and nominate our last faculty/staff member of the month, presented by Midwest Members Credit Union. Even if they are not selected, we will share the positive message with that faculty member.  As we get closer to Prom, please remember the rule of 365. If you do something inappropriate, such as fighting at school, you will be prohibited from attending dances, taking driver's education, or parking in the lot for 365 days.  🎶 Fight Song Friday!
This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday!  🔵 Blue Point System Check
Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for April 16 Remember that it is a four-day week! We are off on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. Any CM girls interested in playing golf next school year for CM, please attend a brief meeting on Thursday, April 24th at 1:45. Freshmen through Juniors who are interested in running for class officer for the next school year are encouraged to pick up an application from the bulletin board outside Room 216. Applications are due 4/24. Students, please check your email and nominate our last faculty/staff member of the month, presented by Midwest Members Credit Union. Even if they are not selected, we will share the positive message with that faculty member. As we get closer to Prom, please remember the rule of 365. If you do something inappropriate, such as fighting at school, you will be prohibited from attending dances, taking driver's education, or parking in the lot for 365 days. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

CMHS Friends, Just a reminder that school will not be in session on Monday, April 21, for Easter Break. We hope all of our families enjoy the extended weekend! As we head into the final stretch of the school year, please remember that strong daily attendance is more important than ever. Every day counts as students wrap up coursework, prepare for finals, and work toward finishing the year strong. With Prom coming up on Friday, April 26 at Julia’s from 6:00–9:00 p.m., we encourage parents to have open conversations with their students about making safe and smart choices. Let’s work together to make Prom night a memorable and positive experience for everyone! ALL-IN, Mr. Justin Newell Click the link for the full newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAKJtJ9AxfI5I8zHJJ_k5dKjWYNyHUS2/view?usp=sharing

Announcements for 4/15 Remember that it is a four-day week! We are off on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. Freshmen through Juniors who are interested in running for class officer for the next school year are encouraged to pick up an application from the bulletin board outside Room 216. Applications are due 4/24. Students, please check your email and nominate our last faculty/staff member of the month, presented by Midwest Members Credit Union. Even if they are not selected, we will share the positive message with that faculty member. As we get closer to Prom, please remember the rule of 365. If you do something inappropriate, such as fighting at school, you will be prohibited from attending dances, taking driver's education, or parking in the lot for 365 days. There will be a LifeSavers Meeting on Tuesday at 2:00 pm in Mrs. Book’s RM. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for April 14, 2025 Grade Information: 9th 97% 31 10th 97% 32 11th 95% 46 12th 97% 34 Attendance Information 9th Grade 88% 10th Grade 86% 11th Grade 86% 12th Grade 83% Remember that it is a four-day week! We are off on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21. Students, please check your email and nominate our last faculty/staff member of the month, presented by Midwest Members Credit Union. Even if they are not selected, we will share the positive message with that faculty member. Remember that as we approach final exams, a 93% attendance rate for the year OR 5 or fewer absences for the second semester will get you exempt from final exams as long as you maintain a C or better in your classes. As we get closer to Prom, please remember the rule of 365. If you do something inappropriate, such as fighting at school, you will be prohibited from attending dances, taking driver's education, or parking in the lot for 365 days. There will be a LifeSavers Meeting on Tuesday at 2:00 pm in Mrs. Book’s RM. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week, we’re cheering on our Softball Team for Fight Song Friday! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

🏐 CMVB Youth Volleyball Camp 2025 🏐 Calling all future Eagles! Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to grow your volleyball skills and have fun this summer at CMVB Camp! 📅 Camp Dates: June 23, 24, 25, 26 ⏰ Session Times: 8:00 – 9:30 AM 10:00 – 11:30 AM 📍 Location: 5th & 6th Grade – CM Main Gym 7th & 8th Grade – CM Main Gym 3rd & 4th Grade – CM Aux Gym CMVB Camp is all about learning, growth, and fun! Our passionate coaches will lead skill-building drills, fun games, and small group sessions to make sure every camper gets personalized attention. Whether you're brand new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, this camp is the place to be! 💲 Registration: $60 📌 Deadline: June 9, 2025 🧥 No t-shirt is guaranteed for registrations after June 9. For more info, contact Coach Ochs at kochs@bethalto.org Let’s bump, set, and spike our way into summer! 💜💛 #CMVB #EaglePride #YouthVolleyball

Announcements for April 11 📸 Yearbook Quote Deadline – Friday! Attention students: The deadline to submit or edit your yearbook quote is this Friday. No late submissions or changes will be accepted! All Riverbend Growth applications from Sophomores are due on Friday, April 11, 2025, by 3:00 pm. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week we’re cheering on our Boys’ Tennis Team! Let’s show them some Eagle Pride! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for April 10 📸 Yearbook Quote Deadline – Friday! Attention students: The deadline to submit or edit your yearbook quote is this Friday. No late submissions or changes will be accepted! Haven’t submitted yours yet? Check your email for the link to the form! Due to ongoing testing, there will be no bells today. The cafe is closed and please limit bathroom breaks to emergencies or classwide breaks because testing is still taking place. All Riverbend Growth applications from Sophomores are due on Friday, April 11, 2025, by 3:00 pm. 🎶 Fight Song Friday! This week we’re cheering on our Boys’ Tennis Team! Let’s show them some Eagle Pride! 🔵 Blue Point System Check Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

Announcements for April 9 📝 ACT Day – Wednesday!
All 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will take the ACT this Wednesday.
Juniors: This is a graduation requirement! Remember: * Phones, earbuds, and smartwatches must be completely off and put away during testing. * Any student who violates this rule will be required to lock up their phone for the rest of the school year. * Only clear water bottles are allowed—no food or other drinks in the testing room. 📸 Yearbook Quote Deadline – Friday!
Attention students: The deadline to submit or edit your yearbook quote is this Friday. No late submissions or changes will be accepted!
Haven’t submitted yours yet? Check your email for the link to the form! 🎶 Fight Song Friday!
This week we’re cheering on our Boys’ Tennis Team! Let’s show them some Eagle Pride! 🔵 Blue Point System Check
Teachers: Please make sure your Blue Point system is turned on and functioning properly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next!
Stay tuned for exciting upcoming events to help you explore your post-high school path—whether that’s college, a career, or the military.

CMHS Friends, 🎉 We want to give a big THANK YOU to our staff and students for their hard work and dedication on the ACT! 💪📝 They showed up and gave it their best! 🐣Just a quick reminder—there will be no school Friday through Monday for Easter Break. We hope your family enjoys the long weekend to relax, recharge, and spend some quality time together! 💐🐰🍬 When we return, we’re officially in the final countdown to the end of the school year! ⏳🎓 Believe it or not, seniors only have 16 days left of school! Yes, you heard that right—16 days! 😲🎉 Let’s keep encouraging our Eagles to finish strong! 💜💛 ALL-IN, Mr. Justin Newell Click Here To View Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1piGyn2_pRDIFfJ97my949j3pfj2_U4A2/view?usp=sharing

Announcements for April 8 🎓 Final Exam Exemption Reminder: Students can be exempt from final exams if they meet one of the following: Maintain a 93% attendance rate for the year, OR Have 5 or fewer absences for Semester 2
AND hold a grade of C or better in the course. 📝 ACT Day – Wednesday!
All 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will take the ACT on Wednesday.
This is a graduation requirement for juniors.
 Students need to check their email from Mrs. Powers for their testing room locations. Attention students: The deadline to submit or make changes to your yearbook quotes is this Friday. No submissions or edits will be accepted after that. If you haven’t submitted your quote yet, be sure to check your email for the form! 🎙️ Seniors – We Need You!
Be the next featured guest in our Senior Sitdown series!
Interested? See Mr. Newell to sign up. 🎶 Fight Song Friday!
This week, we’re celebrating our Boys’ Tennis team!
Let’s show them some Eagle Pride! 🔵 Blue Point Check
Teachers, please ensure your Blue Point system is turned on and working correctly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next!
Keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities to discover your post-high school pathway!

CM’s yearbook staff is selling Baby Ads for the 2025 yearbook. These ads consist of one baby photo and a short message of well wishes and congratulations for your current senior. All ads will need to be sent in and purchased by April 21st! https://bit.ly/3E4acoa

Announcements for April 7, 2025 🎓 Final Exam Exemption Reminder: Students can be exempt from final exams if they meet one of the following: * Maintain a 93% attendance rate for the year, OR * Have 5 or fewer absences for Semester 1
AND hold a grade of C or better in the course. 📝 ACT Day – Wednesday!
All 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will take the ACT on Wednesday.
This is a graduation requirement for juniors.
Check your email for the alternate bell schedule and room assignments. 🏫 Class Meetings – ACT Day * Juniors – Report to the auditorium * Sophomores – Report to the commons * Freshmen & Seniors – Report to your study hall teachers.
Freshmen will be called down for their meeting when ready. 🚫 No Tutoring Today
: Tutoring is canceled due to a faculty meeting. 🎙️ Seniors – We Need You!
Be the next featured guest in our Senior Sitdown series!
Interested? See Mr. Newell to sign up. 🎶 Fight Song Friday!
This week, we’re celebrating our Boys’ Tennis team!
Let’s show them some Eagle Pride! 🔵 Blue Point Check
Teachers, please ensure your Blue Point system is turned on and working correctly. 🚀 Explore Your CM Next!
Keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities to discover your post-high school pathway!

Good evening, We want to give a huge thank you to the cast and crew of The Addams Family for an incredible performance this past weekend! Wow, what an amazing show – your hard work and talent truly shined. This is a quick reminder to all parents: it's ACT test time for all 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students this coming Wednesday. Please talk to your students about the importance of doing their very best as they take this important test. Also, seniors will have a CM Next Explore Day this Wednesday and will not need to be in attendance. We encourage all seniors to take full advantage of this opportunity! ALL-IN, Mr. Justin Newell Click For Full Newsletter https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ue72E6uS32QLrUKG5xqCtHRQwbjwANTe/view?usp=sharing

Announcements for April 3, 2025 Attention Sophomores! If you’re interested in leadership, consider applying to be a student representative for Civic Memorial on the Riverbend Growth Association. Applications are due by April 11th. Prom Reminder! The last day to purchase Prom tickets is April 4th. After purchasing, you can pick up your code from Mrs. Maag or Mrs. Neilson in their room. Also, After Prom forms and money are due by this Friday, so be sure to turn them in on time! Seniors! We’re looking for the next Senior Sitdown participant. If you're interested, see Mr. Newell. Fight Song Friday! This week, Boys’ Baseball will take the spotlight! Get ready to cheer them on! Color Guard Auditions Info Meeting! If you’re interested in auditioning for Color Guard, come to the informational meeting today after school in Ms. Kostyshock’s room (Room 217). Monday’s Alternate Schedule! Please listen for an announcement on Friday regarding Monday’s alternate schedule. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mudQvo-Cs6LbZdcLtWFZzFeVvrdMMRPn/view?usp=sharing Blue Point Reminder! Teachers, please ensure your Blue Point system is on and functioning properly. Explore Your CM Next! Stay tuned for exciting opportunities to discover your post-high school pathway!

📢 Attention Senior Parents! 📢 CM’s Yearbook Staff is now selling Baby Ads for the 2025 Yearbook! 🎓💜💛 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fcvmTChLURVy0TvakGfZJeR7AN1YQ919T0DFM2k4Nns/edit?usp=sharing