| Clint Small Middle School
Weekly Newsletter Week of 11/16/26 |
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Hello Smallville, I hope you had a great week!
Congratulations to our theater department on their UIL One Act Play performance of "After Hours." The cast and crew delivered a fantastic performance and have officially advanced to the District level. For those who missed the initial run or would like to see it again, we will be hosting showings on campus. We encourage everyone to come out and support our student actors as they prepare for District competition.
Also sending congratulations to our band students who auditioned and secured seats in the Region Band following months of dedicated practice. In addition, we would like to recognize our 6th grade choir members who were selected for the All-City Honor Choir, this is an incredible honor for our newest Cougars on campus.
Behind these achievements are countless hours of practice, early mornings, and personal discipline Across our entire school community, our Cougars are applying this same level of dedication to all areas of their lives. Whether they are pushing through challenging academic coursework, committing to athletic practices, or learning how to build positive, supportive relationships with their peers, our Cougars are actively putting in the work to achieve their goals. These successes, both big and small, are made possible through the combined efforts of our entire Smallville community. Thank you for continuing to encourage, guide, and support our Cougars in everything they do. Have an amazing weekend! Stay Present,
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Two Easy Ways to Help Families in Our Community This Thanksgiving |
Share the Table: Thanksgiving Food Drive
As Thanksgiving approaches, we are coming together to ensure every family in our community has a warm, memorable holiday meal. While this season is a time for gratitude and gathering, we know that putting a holiday dinner on the table can be a challenge for some of our neighbors.
This year, we are partnering with our school counselors to discreetly distribute Thanksgiving meals and grocery support directly to local families who need it most—and we would love your help! How You Can Give:
Donate an H-E-B Gift Card: Any dollar amount helps! Gift cards give families the flexibility to pick up fresh produce, a turkey, or their favorite traditional side dishes.
Sponsor a Complete Thanksgiving Feast: Click here to purchase a Walmart Thanksgiving Meal for 10 to donate. This pre-built list makes it quick and easy to provide all the classic fixings for a full holiday dinner. The code is: Triple10
Where & When to Drop Off: Please drop off all H-E-B gift cards and purchased Walmart meal items at the front office by Thursday, November 19 (morning please). From there, our counselors will ensure every donation goes directly into the hands of a family in our community before the holiday break.
Thank you so much for your kindness, generosity, and continued support of our community. Together, we can make sure everyone has a reason to be thankful this season! |
Shop Small, Support Green: Green Academy Market Days Are Coming! |
Get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting our school’s sustainability efforts! From December 9–11, our Green Academy students will be hosting their annual Market Days.
Our talented Green Students have turned upcycled materials into unique, eco-friendly handmade toys and gifts. Every purchase directly supports the Green Academy and teaches our students the value of creative reuse, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Event Details: |
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Dates: December 9–11 - immediately after school each day in the Small Cafeteria
- What to Expect: One-of-a-kind upcycled gifts, handmade toys, and holiday items
- Where the Money Goes: 100% of proceeds directly fund Green Academy initiatives and future projects.
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Bring family, friends, and your holiday shopping lists to pick up special gifts that make a real difference for our planet and our school! |
November is Picture Book Month!
Books can take us on amazing adventures, introduce us to new ideas, and help us see the world in different ways! November is Picture Book Month, a time to celebrate the joy of reading, storytelling, creativity, and imagination. This month, we're encouraging our Small Middle School Cougars to pick up a picture book and rediscover how much fun reading can be — no matter your age!
We challenge our students and families to celebrate reading! Read a favorite childhood book, discover a new story, visit the library, or share a book you love with someone else. Let's make November a month filled with great stories, colorful pages, creativity, and a love of reading! Happy Picture Book Month, Cougars! |
Don’t Let May Bring Year-End FOMO!
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Yearbook sales for the 2026–2027 school year are officially open—and every single year, we sell out completely! Nothing hurts more in May than seeing classmates flipping through memories while your student goes home empty-handed. While books won't be distributed until the final two weeks of school, our order deadline closes much earlier, and extra copies will not be available for purchase at the end of the year. Lock in your child’s copy today so they don't miss out on capturing this year's top moments, photos, and signatures! 👉 Order Your 2026–2027 Yearbook Here |
Attention 8th Grade Families: Celebrate Your Graduating Student! |
It’s hard to believe, but your student is officially in their final year at Small Middle School! You can commemorate their remarkable journey and celebrate all their hard work with a personal 8th Grade Recognition Ad in this year’s yearbook. Send them off to high school with a special shoutout, favorite photos, and a heartfelt message they’ll cherish forever. |
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Submission Deadline: Create and order your ad by February 11, 2027.
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How to Order: Scan the QR code in the graphic below or head straight to jostensadservice.com/student to pick your layout and payment options.
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Space in the yearbook is limited, so don't wait to lock in your student's spot! |
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Cougar Athlete Information |
Coming to the game?
New this year, you must purchase tickets online. We will NOT take cash at the door. If your student is coming to the game, please prepurchase thier tickets ahead of time. Click here or use the QR code below to pre-purchase your tickets. |
A few messages from our AMAZING PTA |
CSMS Annual Pie-Giving Thanks!
We’re continuing a favorite Small tradition—help us thank our amazing teachers and staff by donating a non-refrigerated pie, Nov 16–20! Drop off donations at the Front Office during the week or at car dropoff lines Friday morning (11/20).
Please Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DA5A92CA0F5C34-67346114-csms#/ Your generosity and kindness make this possible every year—let’s show our staff how much they mean to our community! |
Small Middle School Spirit Night at Cabo Bob’s!
Skip the dishes and grab dinner at Cabo Bob’s Sunset Valley (5033 US-290) on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5–9pm! A whopping 34% of event sales go back to Small Middle School. How to make your purchase count: Show the Spirit Night flyer at checkout, either printed or on your phone. Online orders count too, as long as you show the flyer when you pick up in-store, curbside, or at the pick-up window.
Please note: Cabo Bob’s doesn’t allow fundraiser promotion at the restaurant, so please don’t hand out flyers or ask other guests to mention Small while you’re there. Spread the word ahead of time instead. Share this with friends, family, and neighbors! See you there, Cougars! |
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Hello, Prospective Students and Families! Please join us on Wednesday, November 18, from 6–7:30 p.m. for our Maroon and White Showcase Night!
This is a great opportunity to learn more about everything Austin High has to offer, including our academy model, athletics, fine arts, career and technical education, electives, and clubs. We hope to see you there! Thank you, Sherrill Deering
AHS PTSA Communications |
GLOBAL COUGARS FLY 2027 E N R O L L M E N T I S O P E N ! Dear Families, Ready to see the world with us? Enrollment is NOW OPEN for three incredible Global Cougars Fly 2027 adventures! EGYPT & THE NILE CRUISE — SPRING BREAK 2027 Pyramids of Giza | Sphinx | King Tut | Nile Cruise
Valley of the Kings | Luxor | Karnak | Grand Egyptian Museum ENROLL:
https://acis.com/tripsite-trip-overview/?key=MjAyN3wyNzg4
JAPAN — SUMMER 2027 TECHNOLOGY | INNOVATION | CULTURE
Tokyo | Robotics | Bullet Train | Japanese Culture | Mt. Fuji ENROLL:
https://www.eftours.com/2969590SJ
THE ALPS & MEDITERRANEAN — SUMMER 2027
SWITZERLAND | ITALY | FRANCE | SPAIN
Swiss Alps | Alpine Lakes | Cinque Terre | Monaco | Provence | Barcelona ENROLL:
https://www.eftours.com/3024072NV
200+ TRAVELERS. FOUR CONTINENTS. AND COUNTING.
Global Cougars Fly is Small Middle School’s long-standing international travel program. More than 200 students and family members have traveled with us across Europe, Asia, Australia and South America. WHO CAN TRAVEL?
Incoming, current and graduating Small MS students are welcome — and family members can travel with us, too! SPOTS ARE LIMITED. Current enrollment discounts have deadlines, so don’t wait too long to claim your adventure! EGYPT. JAPAN. THE SWISS ALPS & MEDITERRANEAN.Where will 2027 take YOU? Mrs. Early
mariel.early@austinisd.org
Small Middle School
Global Cougars Fly International Travel Program |
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