Seventh graders have had a great time studying atoms, elements, compounds, and mixtures this week in Mrs. Keylon’s science class at Calhoun Elementary! Week 1 was a huge success with lots of learning underway! It's going to be a GREAT year as Calhoun is #ALLINforMcMinnCountySchools
Cheer tryouts will take place Monday after school until 4:30. Students must have a sports physical on file with the school and be picked up from back gym doors at 4:30.
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Calhoun Elementary will conduct a required Active Intruder Drill on [date] from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 9:10 a.m.
There is no cause for alarm. The safety and well-being of your child is our top priority, and we hold regular drills to ensure students and staff know how to respond in an emergency.
What is a Lockdown?
A Lockdown is called when there is a potential threat or hazard inside the school building.
During this action:
• Classroom and office doors are locked.
• Lights are turned off.
• Students and staff move out of sight from corridor windows.
• Everyone remains quiet until the situation is cleared.
Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a safe learning environment.
McMinn County Schools
Calhoun Elementary will conduct a required Active Intruder Drill on [date] from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 9:10 a.m.
There is no cause for alarm. The safety and well-being of your child is our top priority, and we hold regular drills to ensure students and staff know how to respond in an emergency.
What is a Lockdown?
A Lockdown is called when there is a potential threat or hazard inside the school building.
During this action:
• Classroom and office doors are locked.
• Lights are turned off.
• Students and staff move out of sight from corridor windows.
• Everyone remains quiet until the situation is cleared.
Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a safe learning environment.
McMinn County Schools
Calhoun School would like to thank The Local Market (aka The Jiffy) for providing a delicious breakfast for our faculty and staff on the first day back from summer break!
Congratulations to Deputy Lawson! You might recognize him from Calhoun School as he is currently serving as our SRO! We appreciate the dedication of McMinn County Sheriff’s Department and all law enforcement agencies in working together to keep everyone safe!
In the meantime, when you see Deputy Lawson, tell him CONGRATULATIONS and GO MINKS!
Congratulations to this group of ladies for winning prizes from Open House's Connect Four Game! Two young men also earned prizes and will have photo shared later!
Winners were Destiny McDade (candy basket), Tymber Hembree (free T-shirt), Abigail Adams (Dairy Barn gift certificate from CES faculty & staff), & Bella Trotter (free class T-shirts for students in household from CES faculty & staff)
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This morning, McMinn County Schools was notified of a potentially armed suspect on the run in connection with an overnight criminal investigation. Out of an abundance of caution, we have placed our schools under a Secure status.
What does "Secure" mean?
A Secure Action is taken when there is a potential threat or hazard outside the school building. All students and staff are brought inside, and all exterior doors are locked to secure the building. Please note: Classes are continuing as normal inside. Instruction is not interrupted, and students remain safe and supervised.
If needed, access to and from the building will be limited and monitored by our School Resource Officer (SRO) to ensure everyone's safety.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and keep you informed of any updates.
Thank you for your continued support and trust.
Sincerely,
McMinn County School District
Good News Club registration is open for this school year for students in Grades K-5. They meet on Wednesdays after school. Find more information and register here: https://cefchattanooga.breezechms.com/form/df533f198722988733
Needing the August Newsletter again? Find an updated version here!
Find car rider procedure, cheer camp registration, and MUCH more!
Welcome back, Minks! It's been a beautiful Monday for learning at Calhoun School! We look forward to the great year ahead as we're #ALLINforMcMinnCountySchools
Some updates we need to share:
•4th grade has been moved to the elementary side of the building, so please plan accordingly for pick up.
•Due to rising costs, ice cream will be $1.50 this year. Our ice cream box has not yet been stocked. We anticipate mid-week. Please reference teacher preference as to daily-weekly-monthly payment.
•A Saturday STREAM trip is now taking reservations. Find details on school website & Facebook
More behind the scenes shots from yesterday's Local 3 News feature! In the words of news anchor Logan Dubel, "Kudos" to these dedicated Minks for shining such a positive light!
#ALLINforMcMinnCountySchools
The first day of school started EARLY this morning for a crew of dedicated Minks excited to show their school pride! Local 3 News featured Calhoun School's first day of school for the 2025-26 school year beginning with Mr. Franks live at 5 AM! It's going to be a great school year! Calhoun is proud to be #ALLINforMcMinnCountySchools
Calhoun Minks are proud to be #AllinforMcMinnCountySchools
https://www.local3news.com/local-news/mcminn-co-students-return-to-the-classroom-friday-for-2025-26-school-year/article_3065947e-edaa-4017-bb42-c8666ee335af.html
Wow, Calhoun! WHAT A TURNOUT! We have lots of Connect 4 cards to calculate! Students meeting teachers for the first time is always a cherished memory! Thank you to all of our guests who set up tonight making this such a special occasion! Pictured is just one example of our Connect 4 cards. We're now ready for the first day of the best year yet because Calhoun is #allinformcminncountyschools
You know you're #allinformcminncountyschools when your PE teacher is getting orders from his REAL boss about what needs to be done to prepare for students' arrival!
Questions answered
Calhoun middle school science teacher Mrs. Summer Keylon is #allinformcminncountyschools as she studies her new science curriculum in preparation for the 2025-2026 school year. Calhoun welcomes students to Open House Thursday 5:00-6:30.
Here is another cheer camp opportunity!
