Hello, Calhoun Community! 

It’s hard to believe it’s already May, and we’re down to the final three weeks of the school year!

First and foremost, I want to share just how proud I am of our Colts. We’ve officially wrapped up our final round of STAAR testing, and the effort from both students and staff was truly inspiring. As we head into Teacher Appreciation Week next week, I want to take a moment to express my deep gratitude for the dedication of our teachers and staff. They’ve gone above and beyond to prepare our students academically, emotionally, and in every way that counts. It truly takes a village, and ours is one of the very best.

As we round the corner to the finish line, we’re shifting into a season of celebration, reflection, and purpose. Here’s a peek at what’s coming up:

• Colt Carnival – Thursday, May 15

• Honor Roll & IB Community Builder Awards – Friday, May 16

• 8th Grade Garden Gala Formal – Friday, May 16 (Evening)

Final Exams
This year, we are introducing a Final Exam Schedule for all grade levels. Assessments may look different depending on the course; they could be a test, a performance, or a project. The goal is to keep students engaged through the end of the year while helping them build habits that will support them in high school, where semester and final exams are the norm.

As we reflect on this year, our IB Learner Profile focus is "Reflective." We are encouraging students to look back on their growth, consider what they’ve learned about academics, themselves, and others and to carry those lessons forward.

Let’s also finish strong by practicing kindness with our words, with our actions, and with ourselves. These last few weeks are full of opportunities to lift each other up, celebrate our journey, and leave a lasting positive impact on our Calhoun community.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s make these last three weeks meaningful, memorable, and full of Colt pride!

Mrs. San Miguel
Principal, Calhoun Middle School

Calhoun's 2025 8th Grade Formal is just around the corner—Friday, May 16th from 6:00–8:30 PM in the Calhoun Café! We're transforming the space into a whimsical garden getaway for a night filled with dinner, dessert, dancing, and unforgettable memories. 🌿✨

🎟️ Tickets are just $10 and include:

• Chick-fil-A dinner & drinks

• Dessert and a candy bar

• Professional photo booth with take-home photo souvenirs

• DJ entertainment and dance floor fun

Tickets are on sale now through Friday, May 9th and can be purchased from Ms. Chavez, Ms. Sharp, or at the front office. No sales at the door—so grab yours while you can!

💜 Can You Help Us Make the Night Magical?
We’re putting the finishing touches on our Garden Gala and have a few wishlist items left that would really bring the theme to life.

🛒 View Our Amazon Wishlist – just a few items left to complete the vibe!
🍭 Sign Up to Donate Candy for the Candy Bar – let’s sweeten up the night!

Thank you for supporting our Colts as they celebrate their final year at Calhoun in style. This event is proudly sponsored by Calhoun PTA & Peterbilt / PB BOLD, who help make special moments like this possible.

Let’s make the Class of 2029’s last dance at Calhoun one to remember!

Mrs. Starnes is so proud of her Theatre students for their performance this past Wednesday at the Theatre Showcase.

More than 170 students took the stage to perform their class scenes and entertained the audience with their talent and energy.

Thank you to all the families and staff who attended and supported our students.

A special shout-out to Ms. Celis, Ms. Kernan, Ms. McFarling, Ms. Platt, Ms. Rasmussen, Mr. Rodriguez, Ms. Romero, Ms. Stephens, Mr. Tarte, Mrs. Taylor, Mme. Torrey, and Mr. Wainscott for your help in making the evening a success!