November 21, 2025
As we head into this season of gratitude, we thank God for each of you and the joy you bring to our school community. May this break be filled with rest, peace, and time with the people you love. “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.” — Psalm 107:1 Have a blessed Thanksgiving! We’ll see you all back on Monday, December 1.
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Policy Highlight | Math Puzzle Time
Math Puzzle time is a weekly block of time integrated into the schedule where scholars collaborate to solve the week’s math puzzle. The primary goals of Math Puzzle Time are to have fun with math, to collaborate with other scholars, to build perseverance in solving problems, and to help scholars see themselves as “math people.” Scholars should be present in class for the entire time, engaged in the problem solving process and contributing to their group’s thinking.
Cookies, Coco & College Success | Tuesday December 9
Join us for a fun and engaging evening as we review your student’s latest test scores and explore Summer Programs that can help boost their path to college success! Afterward, stick around for the fun with hot cocoa, cookies, and festive songs from our amazing CSM choir. Event time: 5:15 PM — we can’t wait to see you there!
Out of Uniform | Hoodies Tuesday, December 9
Students who pay $1 can participate in this event. Participants can wear a hoodie with their CSM uniform compliant pants or skirt and shoes.
Out of Uniform | Sweaters Thursday, December 11
Students who pay $1 can participate in this event. Participants can wear a hoodie with their CSM uniform compliant pants or skirt and shoes.
No School | Thanksgiving Break November 24 – 28, 2025
This is a reminder that there will be no school November 24–28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Break. We hope you enjoy this time to rest, recharge, and spend quality moments with loved ones. Classes will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025.
Chapel | Joy Monday, December 1
Join us for Chapel as we begin our December Core Value: Joy. As we enter this season, we’re reminded that true joy comes from the hope and peace we find in Christ, no matter the circumstances. Please join us from 9:45–10:45 AM as we worship together, celebrate this month’s focus, and share in the joy of our school community.
Merit Madness Wednesday, December 3
Students who have earned a "Merit Madness" t-shirt during the '25-'26 school year are permitted to wear their Merit Madness t-shirt with their uniform-compliant pants/skirt and shoes.
Out of Uniform | Christmas Sweater Thursday, December 4
There's no time like now to celebrate the Christmas season.Your scholar is permitted to wear their favorite Christmas sweater (with their professional school bottoms) for $1 on December 4, 2025. All proceeds will support our middle school cheerleading team. Let's spread some holiday cheer, together!
Federal & State Public Safety Officials
We want to acknowledge the multi-agency initiative currently taking place in the Memphis community involving members of the National Guard, Highway Patrol Officers, and agents from multiple federal agencies. We understand that the presence of additional law enforcement agents in our city may feel unsettling for families.
The City of Memphis has created a webpage with information about the goals of this federal action, as well as guidance for families. In addition, Latino Memphis has resources on their website with suggestions on what to do if approached by a federal agent.
At Collegiate, our highest priority remains the safety and well-being of our students. As stated in our Family Handbook: “As an independent school, our entire campus is private property. Government agents and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers do not have access to our campus or our students while they are on our campus without a proper federal judicial warrant.” (Family Handbook, p. 21). Additional information about Collegiate’s Student Safety and Privacy Policy is available upon request in the Business Office.
We also recognize that events in the wider community can create feelings of worry or stress. Our School Counselor, Ms. Tate, is available to provide support for students who may need someone to talk to. Families are encouraged to reach out to Ms. Tate at ttate@collegiatememphis.org if their child would benefit from additional care. Mr. Moya, CSM Family Engagement Specialist, is also available to support families as needed. Families can reach Mr. Moya at smoya@collegiatememphis.org.
2025-2026 School Calendar
As you are considering traveling out of town and making appointments during the 2024-2025 school year, please plan around our school calendar. It is important that students do not miss school for appointments and travel. Absences during first and second semester exam weeks will not be excused.
Please note the dates for Spring Break 2026 have been updated on the Academic Calendar to match M-SCS. Spring Break 2026 is March 16 - 20, 2026.
As always, please feel free to email any member of the CSM Faculty and Staff if you need assistance.
Blessings!
Sabas Moya
Family Engagement Specialist
The Collegiate School of Memphis
3353 Faxon Avenue
Memphis, TN 38122
phone: (901)591-8200
"The mission of The Collegiate School of Memphis is to prepare young ladies and gentlemen for college success within a highly structured, nurturing, Christian environment."
