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7th grade boys basketball is home. 8th grade is away.
about 14 hours ago, Clinton Middle School

Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Thursday, Jan 29, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Attention all 8th graders! Tryouts for high school color guard are coming up! For anyone interested in being a part of the color guard in the fall, you need to attend these tryouts. The first date is February 18th at the high school from 4-6 pm. Meet at the band room doors. If you have any questions, email Ms. J!

Attention CMS 7th graders! Interested in law enforcement or curious what police officers really do? The Clinton Police Department is hosting its 2nd Junior Police Academy right here at CMS! It starts Friday, March 6, and runs every Friday through May 22 from 1:45 to 3:30 p.m. See Corporal Haskell for details and how to apply!

Starting Monday, iJAG will be selling Crush Grams during lunch for $2 each! Send a Crush Gram to a friend who’s crushing it—or to anyone you’d like. Just bring $2 to lunch to purchase yours. Crush Grams will be delivered on February 13!

Tonight, boys basketball takes to the court against North Scott! 7th grade is home at 4:15, 8th is away. Dismissal at 2:35, bus leaves at 2:50.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: popcorn shrimp, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: french bread pizza, crinkle cut fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: country mixed vegetables

about 16 hours ago, Clinton Middle School

📚✨ Happy National Shelfie Day! ✨📚
CMS and CHS are in a battle for the best! Students and staff are logging their reading minutes to win a donut party! Collectively, the middle school has logged over 70,000 minutes since January 13th!

1 day ago, Clinton Middle School
River Royalty Reads Banner
8th Grade Royalty Reads Leader
7th Grade Royalty Reads Leader
6th Grade Royalty Reads Leader
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Attention all 8th graders! Tryouts for high school color guard are coming up! For anyone interested in being a part of the color guard in the fall, you need to attend these tryouts. The first date is February 18th at the high school from 4-6 pm. Meet at the band room doors. If you have any questions, email Ms. J!

Attention CMS 7th graders! Interested in law enforcement or curious what police officers really do? The Clinton Police Department is hosting its 2nd Junior Police Academy right here at CMS! It starts Friday, March 6, and runs every Friday through May 22 from 1:45 to 3:30 p.m. See Corporal Haskell for details and how to apply!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: Chicken and noodles, green beans, breadstick
ALTERNATIVE: potstickers, stir fry mixed vegetables, rice
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: broccoli
1 day ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Attention all 8th graders! Tryouts for high school color guard are coming up! For anyone interested in being a part of the color guard in the fall, you need to attend these tryouts. The first date is February 18th at the high school from 4-6 pm. Meet at the band room doors. If you have any questions, email Ms. J!

Attention CMS 7th graders! Interested in law enforcement or curious what police officers really do? The Clinton Police Department is hosting its 2nd Junior Police Academy right here at CMS! It starts Friday, March 6, and runs every Friday through May 22 from 1:45 to 3:30 p.m. See Corporal Haskell for details and how to apply!

Quick River Royalty Reads update!! 7th grade is absolutely crushing it with 22,000 minutes logged! 8th grade is close behind with 13,000, followed by 6th grade at 12,000, and staff with 10,000. Remember—the class with the most minutes wins a DONUT PARTY! Keep reading, keep logging, and keep that leaderboard moving!

Our CMS River Queen Wrestlers traveled to Dewitt to battle the MAC and racked up 14 wins. The girls battled tough and wrestled hard until the end. The following girls were able to secure a win last night:
Casidy Sattler
Hailey Peters
Hayden Peters
Monroe Lemon
Addi Emmert
Jazmine Parkerson
Lily Romero
Jacqueline Jensen
Piper Jennings
Mallorie Struve
Mia Pearcy
Sophia Meyer
Ellie Zuidema
Nalah Binion
The Queens improved a lot in the past week and travel back to North Scott next week.

The 7th grade boys had their first home game last night. It wasn't the outcome we hoped for losing 2 games to Bettendorf. Leading scorers in the first game were Brayden Booth and Dawson Graham. In the second game leading scorers were Riley McDougal and Kyler guy. 7th grade plays again at home on Thursday night.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: Boneless chicken wings, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: Chicken fajitas, refried beans
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: corn
3 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Monday, Jan 26, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Attention all 8th graders! Tryouts for high school color guard are coming up! For anyone interested in being a part of the color guard in the fall, you need to attend these tryouts. The first date is February 18th at the high school from 4-6 pm. Meet at the band room doors. If you have any questions, email Ms. J!

On Saturday, our Special Olympics athletes hit the court in Eldridge and showed up BIG! Noah Stratton brought home 1st place in his division, and Alex Reese earned an awesome 2nd place finish. Coach Dodd couldn’t be prouder of the hard work and dedication these two put in.

Attention CMS 7th graders! Interested in law enforcement or curious what police officers really do? The Clinton Police Department is hosting its 2nd Junior Police Academy right here at CMS! It starts Friday, March 6, and runs every Friday through May 22 from 1:45 to 3:30 p.m. See Corporal Haskell for details and how to apply!

It’s game day here at CMS! Boys basketball takes to the court against Bettendorf. 7th grade is home at 4:15, 8th is away. Dismissal at 2:25, bus leaves at 2:40. Girls wrestling hits the mat at Dewitt! Dismissal at 2:35, bus leaves at 2:50.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: Pork tenderloin sandwich, California mixed vegetables
ALTERNATIVE: Domino’s pizza, California mixed vegetables
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: sweet potato fries
4 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Thursday, Jan 22, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Don’t miss out—ski trip paperwork and payment are due by lunchtime TOMORROW. Turn everything in on time to lock in your spot on the slopes!

Attention all 8th graders! Tryouts for high school color guard are coming up! For anyone interested in being a part of the color guard in the fall, you need to attend these tryouts. The first date is February 18th at the high school from 4-6 pm. Meet at the band room doors. If you have any questions, email Ms. J!

Tonight, boys basketball takes to the court for their season opener against Davenport Sudlow! 8th grade is home at 415, 7th grade is away. Dismissal at 2:50, bus leaves at 3:05, best of luck!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: BBQ chicken on a bun, tater tots
ALTERNATIVE: Turkey tetrazzini, Italian mixed vegetables, breadstick
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: green beans
8 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Girls Wrestling hits the mat for their first meet of the season! They’re headed to North Scott Junior High—dismissal at 2:10, bus departs at 2:25. Best of luck, ladies!

River Royalty Reads continues! Keep logging those minutes.

All swimmers need to be dismissed at 3:00 today for swimming at the high school. Swimmers, it is your responsibility to get ready by 3:15 for the bus departure.

Due to a high school swim meet, all swim team members need to be picked up at 5pm tonight.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: chicken nuggets, crinkle cut fries, frosted sugar cookie
ALTERNATIVE: Totally taco max snax, refried beans, raspberry churro
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: corn
10 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Swim team parents, please be ready for pickup early at 5:00 today or make arrangements if possible. HS had a swim meet that was rescheduled for today so the team has to end practice early.

Email Coach Turner with any questions!
10 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Friday, Jan 16, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Food Drive Competition Update! The competition ends today! Thank you to everyone who participated.

River Royalty Reads is on! 7th grade is dominating with 9,903 minutes, 6th grade is close behind at 6,337, and 8th grade is still in the game with 3,982. Even staff is logging minutes at 2,372! Remember—if it’s not in Beanstack, it doesn’t count. Log those minutes and level up!

All swimmers need to be dismissed at 3:00 today for swimming at the high school. Swimmers, it is your responsibility to get ready by 3:15 for the bus departure.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: grilled cheese, tomato soup
ALTERNATIVE: Domino’s pizza, crinkle cut fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: celery sticks and peanut butter
14 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Thursday, Jan 15, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Food Drive Competition Update! The competition ends tomorrow! This is your last chance to step up, rally your team, and donate. Mr. Steen is offering a FREE snack to the winning team in each grade level—so finish strong and make it count.

Quick hype reminder! Your reading only counts if it’s logged in Beanstack, so head to River Royalty Reads and track those minutes. It’s time to lock in, boost your grade’s total, and chase those prizes. Leaderboard update: 7th grade is out front with 6,497 minutes, 6th grade is close behind at 3,767, followed by 8th grade with 2,745, and adults with 1,503 minutes. Log it, read on, and keep the momentum going!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: meatball sub, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: mozzarella sticks with marinara, crinkle cut fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: baked beans
15 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
Food Drive Competition Update! The race is heating up! As of today, 8th grade Red and Black are tied, making it a close showdown. 7th grade has started making moves, and 6th grade—we’re still waiting to hear from you! To raise the stakes, Mr. Steen is offering a FREE snack to the winning team in each grade level. You have three days to step up, rally your team, and take the lead.Game on—may the best team win!

Hype check! Reading only counts if it’s logged in Beanstack, so make sure you find River Royalty Reads and enter your minutes. Show some main-character energy, climb the leaderboard, and earn prizes along the way. Current standings have 8th grade in the lead with 4,701 minutes, followed by 6th grade with 3,112, 7th grade with 3,099, and adults with 1,110 minutes. Log it and level up!

All boys and girls wrestlers for Clinton Middle School. There will be a mandatory meeting during WIN time today. Plan on being present in the cafeteria for WIN time today if you wrestled for middle school. This is for both girls and boys. See you in the cafeteria today during WIN wrestlers

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: chicken and rice, green beans, breadstick
ALTERNATIVE: General Tso’s chicken, fried rice, stir fry mixed vegetables
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: broccoli
16 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until Friday, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Attention all 8th grade boys interested in playing baseball! TODAY, the high school baseball coach will be visiting during your lunch. You will get your lunch first, then head straight to your pod’s innovation room (the STEAM/Civics room). Please do not go outside for recess. The coach will meet you there to talk about off-season workouts and what to expect for the upcoming season.

Quick Beanstack shout out: our staff is leading the way with 693 minutes, and 8th grade is right there with 698 minutes logged. 6th grade has 386 minutes on the board, and 7th grade—it’s your turn. Log those minutes in Beanstack and let’s keep River Royalty Reads rolling.

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: popcorn chicken, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: walking taco, refried beans
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: chuckwagon corn
17 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Monday, Jan 12, 2026

Today’s Announcements:

The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until Friday, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Attention all 8th grade boys interested in playing baseball! Tomorrow, the high school baseball coach will be visiting during your lunch. You will get your lunch first, then head straight to your pod’s innovation room (the STEAM/Civics room). Please do not go outside for recess. The coach will meet you there to talk about off-season workouts and what to expect for the upcoming season.

Games Club is canceled after school today.

Hey, hey—what do you say? The River Royalty Reads challenge starts today! Log in to Clever, find Beanstack there. Read, track your minutes, show you care. Log your time and claim your fame—Shoutouts and prizes are part of the game!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: cheeseburger on a bun, Winter mixed vegetables
ALTERNATIVE: Domino’s pizza, Winter mixed vegetables
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: sweet potato fries
18 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Friday, Jan 9, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until January 16th, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Want to be part of a team without suiting up? The 8th Grade Boys Basketball team is looking for a team manager! Be on the bench, help at practices and games, and be part of the action all season long. Interested? Email Coach Heiman to get in the game!

Attention all 8th grade boys interested in playing baseball! On Tuesday, the high school baseball coach will be visiting during your lunch. You will get your lunch first, then head straight to your pod’s innovation room (the STEAM/Civics room). Please do not go outside for recess. The coach will meet you there to talk about off-season workouts and what to expect for the upcoming season.

Shout-out to our 5th–8th grade bands! Last night’s concert was AMAZING! You brought the energy, sounded incredible, and made us so proud. Way to rock the stage—great job!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: ribette on a bun, season looped fries
ALTERNATIVE: Domino’s pizza, season looped fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: three bean salad

There will be no salads available this week.
21 days ago, Clinton Middle School

We’re excited to share that the 2026 CMS River Queen Wrestling Webstore is now open!

Grab yourself some RQW swag before January 15th! We are incredibly thankful for the continued support of River Queen Wrestling. Our Queens have been putting in the work and are excited for their debut at North Scott on January 20th.

Link ➡️ CMS Girls Wrestling
Be sure to grab some River Queen gear and show your support! 👑🤼‍♀️

21 days ago, Clinton Middle School
CMS River Queen Wrestling Store
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until January 16th, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Join us TONIGHT for our 5th-8th grade band concert! Feature soloists include Ms. Hinsley, Ms. Reagle, Mr. Soeksen, Mr. Swanson, and Mr. Prinsen! Doors open at 6:30, baton drops at 7!

Want to be part of a team without suiting up? The 8th Grade Boys Basketball team is looking for a team manager! Be on the bench, help at practices and games, and be part of the action all season long. Interested? Email Coach Heiman to get in the game!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: corn dogs, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: bosco sticks with marinara, crinkle cut fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: green beans

There will be no salads available this week.
22 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until January 16th, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Join us tomorrow for our 5th-8th grade band concert! Feature soloists include Ms. Hinsley, Ms. Reagle, Mr. Soeksen, Mr. Swanson, and Mr. Prinsen! Doors open at 6:30, baton drops at 7!

Want to be part of a team without suiting up? The 8th Grade Boys Basketball team is looking for a team manager! Be on the bench, help at practices and games, and be part of the action all season long. Interested? Email Coach Heiman to get in the game!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: macaroni and cheese, green beans, breadstick
ALTERNATIVE: Sriracha honey chicken, rice, stir fry mixed vegetables
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: broccoli

There will be no salads available this week.
23 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Good Morning, CMS!
Today is Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026

Today’s Announcements:

The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge continues! From now until January 16th, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Join us Thursday for our 5th-8th grade band concert! Feature soloists include Ms. Hinsley, Ms. Reagle, Mr. Soeksen, Mr. Swanson, and Mr. Prinsen! Doors open at 6:30, baton drops at 7!

Hey Battle of the Books participants! We are officially 85 days away from the battle in Bettendorf! We’ll be meeting TODAY during WIN Time in the LRC to check in and commit to our battle plans. Thinking about joining? There’s still plenty of time—we’d love to have you!

Want to be part of a team without suiting up? The 8th Grade Boys Basketball team is looking for a team manager! Be on the bench, help at practices and games, and be part of the action all season long. Interested? Email Coach Heiman to get in the game!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: Chicken tenders, crinkle cut fries
ALTERNATIVE: Chicken quesadilla, crinkle cut fries
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: corn
24 days ago, Clinton Middle School
Welcome Back, CMS!
Today is Monday, Jan 5, 2026

Today’s Announcements:
The iJAG Red vs. Black Food Drive Challenge starts TODAY, January 5! From now until January 16th, all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Red and Black Teams are competing to help our community. Bring in your donations and show your team spirit!

Join us Thursday for our 5th-8th grade band concert! Feature soloists include Ms. Hinsley, Ms. Reagle, Mr. Soeksen, Mr. Swanson, and Mr. Prinsen! Doors open at 6:30, baton drops at 7!

Hey Battle of the Books participants! We are officially 85 days away from the battle in Bettendorf! We’ll be meeting tomorrow, January 6, during WIN Time in the LRC to check in and commit to our battle plans. Thinking about joining? There’s still plenty of time—we’d love to have you!

TODAY’S MENU
MAIN LINE: Chicken patty on a bun, country mixed vegetables
ALTERNATIVE: Domino’s pizza, country mixed vegetables
VEGGIE OF THE DAY: sweet potato fries

There will be no salads available this week.
25 days ago, Clinton Middle School