| Clint Small Middle School
Weekly Newsletter Week of 9/21/26 |
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Hello Smallville,
I hope you had a wonderful week! We have been moving along smoothly here on campus. This Wednesday marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through October 15. This is a special time for our school community to celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Throughout the month, we are focusing on honoring the traditions and leaders who have shaped our past and continue to inspire our future. A huge thank you to our Student Council for creating fantastic announcement videos that highlight influential Hispanic and Latino figures!
All of our staff are working diligently and hard this year to maintain our positive school culture and climate. If any of your Cougar’s teachers are going above and beyond please fill out a RAVE form which can be found on the AISD website. Your kind words and acknowledgement will go a long way to show your appreciation to the staff. Don’t forget that Monday all students and staff are off! As always, thank you for being part of our team here at Small! Have a great weekend! Stay Present,
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Small is short recycling bins for many of our classrooms and other areas. Please help us out by donating 18 gallon, rectangular bins like the one in the flyer. These can be ordered online and shipped directly to the school, or dropped off at the front office. Thank you so much for your help! Ms. Vauk and the PALS |
Volunteers Needed: Student Health Screenings! |
Our school nurse needs your help during upcoming health screenings on Thursday, 9/24 and Friday, 9/25. We are looking for volunteers to assist with fetching students from their classrooms and supervising kids while they wait for their turn. Your help ensures the process runs smoothly and quickly for everyone! |
- When: Thursday, September 24th & Friday, September 25th
- Role: Escorting students and supervising waiting areas
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How to Help: Please sign up for a shift on Voly: Sign Up Here
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Reminder: you can find the early student pick up form in our Parent Info Center. Bookmark the PIC for easy access! |
Request from Mr. T and the Art Department |
The CSMS Visual Arts Department is in need of white crayons for an upcoming project. Changes in the way the district manages the ordering of classroom needs has Mr. Tabares scrambling to cover this while waiting for supplies. Any donation, great or small, used or new- is equally and gratefully accepted and appreciated! |
Save the Date: Sm(F)all Fest is Coming!
We are planning our first big event of the year and would love your support! Sm(F)all Fest directly funds our teachers' activity accounts, giving them extra resources to enrich their classrooms and support our students. How You Can Help
Sponsor or Refer a Sponsor: Partner with us or connect us with local businesses interested in supporting our school.
Volunteer: Lend a hand before, during, or after the event. Sign up toVolunteer Here
Donate Items: Pick a few supplies off our Amazon wish list and have them shipped directly to the school.New items added by the teachers this week to help support their booths.
Every donation and sponsorship directly reduces our event expenses, ensuring more money goes straight into our teachers' classroom accounts. Join Us on October 17th! Mark your calendars for October 17th, spread the word, bring the family, and pick up some beautiful pumpkins just in time for the Halloween season. Questions? Email - Jennifer.Rich@austinisd.org - Thank you so much for your support!
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Get Involved: 2026–2027 Clubs Are Here! |
Looking to join a club this year—or start one of your own?
Already officially approved: 👉 View the 2026–2027 Club Directory Have a brand-new club idea? Here is how to launch it: |
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Find a Faculty Sponsor who agrees to host your group in their classroom after school.
- Have your sponsor complete the New Club Request Form.
- Get the word out! Once submitted, create posters and announcements to build your member list.
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Don’t Let May Bring Year-End FOMO! |
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 |
Excitement is in the air because football and volleyball season is almost here! Here’s everything you need to know to get your kids ready for the action-packed season ahead. Let’s dive in!
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Schedules: You can always find them our our Calendar, but if you want to print the scheule click the links below. |
- Football Schedule
- 7th Grade Volleyball Schedule
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8th Grade Volleyball Schedule
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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 |
WE HIT 400+ MEMBERS! Our 400+ member goal has officially been met—and we’re not stopping there!
PTA membership helps support our students, teachers, and the programs that make CSMS special. Every member makes a difference. So… how high can we go?
Join the Cougar community today! Scan the QR code or visit our website to become a member. https://sites.google.com/view/csms-pta/join |
NEED A SHIRT? WE’VE GOT THE NEW ONES! |
Missed us at the 8B home game this past week? We got the new Cougar gear in! We’ll be bringing it to the 7A & 8A home games next week at Burger Center, so come grab your new favorite Small MS merch!
Want to help us sell it? We’d love some volunteers! Come hang out, show your Cougar pride, and help families get their gear. No cash handling required! Sign up to volunteer:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DA5A92CA0F5C34-65431320-football#/ |
THE NO HASSLE FUNDRAISER IS HERE! |
We’re kicking off our 2026–2027 No Hassle Fundraiser, and we’re keeping it simple: No selling. No wrapping paper. No cookie dough. No running laps. Just donate. That’s it!
Our goal this year is $10,000, and every dollar helps support our students, teachers, and the programs that make Small Middle School special. Last year, our community showed us what we can do together. Let’s see how far we can go this year! Every donation counts. Every student benefits.
Donate today and help us reach our $10K goal! https://my.cheddarup.com/c/clint-small-middle-school-no-hassle-fundraiser-2026-2027/items |
🍁 FALL FEST IS COMING! GET INVOLVED! 🍁 |
We’re officially kicking off the planning for our first big event of the year... Fall Fest! Save the date for Oct. 17th 10AM - 2 PM. We need YOU to help make it an unforgettable community event! Whether you own a local business, love connecting with people, or just want to lend a hand, there are plenty of ways to jump in right now: |
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Sponsor the Event: Is your business able to help cover event expenses? We have several sponsorship packages available to showcase your brand! Become a Sponsor here!Become a Sponsor here!
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Become a Sponsor Recruiter: Know a business that would be a great fit? Help us reach out and connect with potential sponsors. Send them this link: https://2026-small-fall-fest-sponsors-copy.cheddarup.com
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Host a Vendor Booth: Do you run a local business, shop, or service that would love to set up a booth and connect directly with festival attendees?
- Join the Planning Committee: Have great ideas and love event organizing? We’d love your voice at the table!
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Ready to help? Email Jennifer Rich jennifer.rich@austinisd.org today to get connected or to receive an invite to our next virtual planning committee meeting! Let’s build something amazing together! |
Reminding you to use Parent Info Center |
🎉 Have You Spotted the Shiny Button? 🎉
Look up at the top of this newsletter—see that Parent Info Center button? That’s your all-in-one hub for just about everything a Small Middle School parent could possibly need. Think of it as your parent superpower 💪—click it, and you’ll find:
✅ Submit an attendance note in seconds
✅ Request an early pick-up without phone tag
✅ Peek at the lunch menu 🍕🥗
✅ Check the full event calendar 🗓
✅ Get transportation info 🚍
✅ View bell schedules ⏰
✅ …and so much more! The rule of thumb? If your question starts with “I wonder if Small Middle School has…” — click the Parent Info button first. Nine times out of ten, the answer is right there waiting for you. Check it out! |
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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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Other Travel Opportunities |
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