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Here are your matchups! 🏆
⚡ The Zuckeyes (Z) vs. Barbour's HR Heat
🐐 The GOATS (Getty) vs. Hannah's Heroes
🦈 The Grapplers (Mr. Elmore) vs. Mill's Blue Sharks
⚔️ The Warriors (Ms. W) vs. Hammock Hamburglars
Every single day counts and your competition is coming in hungry! The only way to advance is to be:
✅ In school |✅ On time | ✅ Engaged
Let's go, CFMS! 🐻💙
#CFMSGrizzlies #AttendanceMatters #SpringShowdown #Round3

🐻 KEEP PUSHING, GRIZZLIES! 🐻💪
The final scores didn't fall our way yesterday against Surf City Middle School, but that will NEVER stop the Grizzly spirit! 🏐⚾❤️
Tough days are part of the journey — they build character, they build toughness, and they build CHAMPIONS! Our athletes kept fighting until the very end and that is something to be proud of! 🔥
Stay encouraged and stay focused, Grizzlies! Your community has your back through it ALL! 🩶
LET'S GO GRIZZLIES! 🐻🐾
#GrizzlyPride #CapeFearMiddle #NeverGiveUp #MiddleSchoolSports #Volleyball #Baseball

Here's where things stand heading into the FINAL DAY:
⚡ The Zuckeyes (Z) have turned it around and are pulling ahead of The Goonies (Radcliff) — Radcliff, you need a BIG day tomorrow!
🔥 Barbour's HR Heat has taken the lead over Fear the Ferrentinos — but this one is SO CLOSE it could go either way! BOTH teams need every single body in that building tomorrow!
🐐 The GOATS (Getty) still holding strong over Elmer's Glue (Mrs. Elmore)
😤 Hannah's Heroes have clawed their way ahead of The Outsiders (Stauffer) — but just barely! Stauffer, tomorrow is everything!
💪 The Grapplers (Mr. Elmore) have flipped the script and are edging out La Merritt — another incredibly tight one! Merritt, don't give up now!
🦈 Mill's Blue Sharks continuing to roll over Gizmos (Gill)
⚔️ The Warriors (Ms. W) still dominating Clever Crows (Corbin)
🏖️ Hammock Hamburglars still cruising past Dream Team (Dunn)
TOMORROW IS IT! One day. That's all you get. Make it count!
To the teams in a CLOSE race — Barbour vs. Ferrentino, Hannah vs. Stauffer, Elmore vs. Merritt — TOMORROW DECIDES EVERYTHING!
There are NO days left to waste. Get in that building! 🚀
In school. On time. Engaged. ONE MORE DAY! 🐻💙
#CFMSGrizzlies #AttendanceMatters #SpringShowdown #Round2FinalDay

After hitting the road for our opener, it's time to bring the energy HOME! Come out and support our Cape Fear Middle School Grizzlies as they take on the Surf City Middle School this afternoon! 🔥💪
Let's pack the stands and show our athletes what Grizzly Nation is all about! They need YOUR voice, YOUR energy, and YOUR support! 📣❤️
📍 Cape Fear Middle School
🕓 Volleyball 5th Quarter — 4:15 PM
🕓 Games Start — 4:30 PM | Volleyball | ⚾ Baseball 🆚 vs. Surf City Middle School
See you there, Grizzly Nation! ROAR! 🐻🔥
#GrizzlyPride #CapeFearMiddle #Grizzlies #MiddleSchoolSports #Volleyball #Baseball


As the weather continues to get warmer, it's the perfect time to take your reading OUTSIDE! 🌞📖
Whether you're lounging at the 🏖️ beach, swinging in a 🌳 hammock, sitting under a shady tree, or relaxing on your 🏡 porch — grab a book and soak up the sunshine! ☀️ There is no better feeling than a warm breeze and a great story.
📚 Why reading matters:
Reading builds vocabulary, strengthens focus, sparks creativity, and improves academic performance across ALL subjects. Every page you read is an investment in yourself — and it doesn't even feel like work when the sun is shining! 🌟
Grizzlies, don't forget — every minute counts! ⏱️ Make sure you are logging your reading minutes.
Whether it's 10 minutes before bed or an hour at the park, those minutes ADD UP and bring you one step closer to your goals. 🎯
#CFMSGrizzlies #GrizzliesRead #ReadOutdoors #SpringReading #LogYourMinutes

As we approach the end of the school year, we'd love to hear about your family's experience at Cape Fear Middle School! 📚✨
Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us — it helps us celebrate what we're doing well AND identify where we can grow and improve. 💪
📝 Please take a few moments to complete our survey. We truly appreciate your time and thank you in advance for your participation!
Here is the link to the survey: https://forms.gle/CsgBhK6amrJQ8pJZ6
A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing Grizzly Families who have already completed the survey — we are so grateful for your support! 🙌❤️
Together, we make Cape Fear Middle School the best it can be! 🏫💛
#GrizzlyPride #CapeFearMiddleSchool #GrizzlyFamily #CFMSFamily #StudentSuccess #CommunityFeedback

Here's where things stand after 2 days of competition:
⚡ The Goonies (Radcliff) pulling ahead of The Zuckeyes (Z)
🔥 Fear the Ferrentinos edging out Barbour's HR Heat — THIS ONE IS RAZOR CLOSE! Don't blink!
🐐 The GOATS (Getty) getting the better of Elmer's Glue (Mrs. Elmore)
📖 The Outsiders (Stauffer) leading Hannah's Heroes
🌟 La Merritt running away from The Grapplers (Mr. Elmore)
🦈 Mill's Blue Sharks pulling away from Gizmos (Gill) — and it's not even close!
⚔️ The Warriors (Ms. W) dominating Clever Crows (Corbin) — another big gap!
🏖️ Hammock Hamburglars cruising past Dream Team (Dunn)
But remember — IT'S NOT OVER! There are still days left in Round 2 and ANY team can close the gap! 👀
To every homeroom that's trailing — NOW is the time to dig deep! Get every single student in that door, in their seat, and ready to learn!
To every homeroom in the lead — DON'T let up! Keep that foot on the gas! 🚀
In school. On time. Engaged. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.
Let's go, CFMS! 🐻💙
#CFMSGrizzlies #AttendanceMatters #SpringShowdown #Round2Update

📦 Drop off donations at designated classrooms or the Main Office between now and April 2nd.
Needed items include batteries, toiletries, backpacks, socks, reading glasses, and more. Check the full list and let's make an impact together! 🌟
#GrizzliesGiveBack #CommunityService #SALT #GoodShepherdCenter

Though the results didn't go our way yesterday against Topsail Middle School, we are SO proud of our Volleyball and Baseball teams for giving it their all on opening day! 🏐⚾❤️
One game does not define a season — it's a MARATHON, not a sprint! These young athletes showed heart, grit, and Grizzly pride, and that means everything! 💪
The road back starts NOW. We dust off, we learn, we grow, and we come back STRONGER! There is plenty of season left and big things are ahead for this squad! 🔥
Keep your heads up, Grizzlies — your community is behind you 100%! 📣🐾
📍 Next up — 🏐 Volleyball | ⚾ Baseball games at home this Thursday, March 26th.
LET'S GO GRIZZLIES! 🐻🐾
#GrizzlyPride #CapeFearMiddle #Grizzlies #MiddleSchoolSports #Volleyball #Baseball

CFMS families, this is your reminder! Our whole school Reading Check-In is TOMORROW, Tuesday, March 24th.
Students:
✅ Charge your Chromebooks TONIGHT!
✅ Get a good night's sleep!
✅ Come ready to do your best!
You've got this, readers! 💪📚
#CFMS #ReadingCheckIn #TomorrowIsTheDay #ChargeYourChromebook #StudentSuccess

We are SO proud of Cape Fear Middle School's own Braelynn Jones and Esther Butler for representing our program at the UNC-Pembroke Honor Band on Saturday, March 21st! 🌟
These two incredible musicians performed alongside talented students from Surf City Middle School, Heide Trask High School, Pender High School, and Topsail High School — joining students from across North Carolina for an unforgettable performance at the prestigious Givens Performing Arts Center, under the direction of outstanding guest clinicians. 🎵🏛️
Braelynn and Esther, you made us all proud! This is what the Grizzly spirit is all about. 💪🎼
#GrizzlyPride #CFMSBand #HonorBand #UNCPembroke #GivensPerformingArtsCenter #CapeFeaMiddleSchool

Five PCS schools with band programs participated in MPA, and the results reflect a lot of time, practice, and commitment from both students and staff.
🎶 Cape Fear Middle School Band — first time attending in 7 years
🎶 Topsail Middle School Band — Excellent
🎶 Surf City Middle School Band — Excellent
🎶 Heide Trask High School Symphonic Band — Superior
🎶 Topsail High School Symphonic Band — Superior
🎶 Topsail High School Wind Ensemble — Superior
For those unfamiliar with MPA, the ratings are given to the performing group and are similar to academic scoring:
⭐ Superior = A / 5
⭐ Excellent = B / 4
⭐ Average = C / 3
Thank you to our band directors for the work they are doing each day to support students and grow music programs across PCS. 🎺🥁🎼



On Friday, March 20th, our incredible 8th grade Cape Fear Band students took the stage for MPA (Music Performance Adjudication) — their FIRST time performing in this event in SEVEN YEARS! 🎺🥁🎷
Although we performed for comments only, these amazing young musicians showed up, showed out, and gave it absolutely EVERYTHING they had! 💪🐻
Mrs. Marshburn couldn't be more proud of the hard work, dedication, and growth these students have demonstrated. The future of our Grizzly Band Program is looking BRIGHT, and we are just getting started! 🌟🎵
A huge shoutout to every single student who stepped up and made this moment happen — this is YOUR achievement, and you have so much to be proud of! 👏❤️
The Grizzlies are on the RISE! 🐻🎶
#GrizzlyBand #CapeFearMiddle #BandLife #MPAProud #FutureIsBright #MiddleSchoolBand #GrizzlyPride


🐻 IT'S FINALLY HERE — SEASON OPENER! 🐻🎉
The Cape Fear Middle School Grizzlies kick off their season TODAY on the road at Topsail Middle School! Our Volleyball and Baseball teams are ready to start the year off with a BIG WIN! 🏐⚾🔥
This is what we've been waiting for — let's come out swinging and set the tone for an AMAZING season! 💪 Show up, show out, and let's make some noise for our Grizzlies! 📣
🕓 Games start at 4:30 PM | 🏐 Volleyball (📍TMS) | ⚾ Baseball (📍Kiwanis Park-Smith Field) | 🏆 Season Opener!
Let's GO, Grizzlies! 🐾🐻
#SeasonOpener #GrizzlyPride #CapeFearMiddle #Grizzlies #MiddleSchoolSports #Volleyball #Baseball


A big congratulations to the students from Cape Fear Middle, Surf City Middle, Heide Trask High, Pender High, and Topsail High who participated in Honor Band at UNC Pembroke this past weekend.
Students from across the state performed on Saturday at the Givens Performing Arts Center after spending just one day working with guest clinicians to prepare the concert. That is no small task, and our students did an outstanding job. We are proud to see them recognized for their talent and commitment.
The stakes are higher, the competition is fiercer, and there are MORE homerooms in the mix! Here's who's facing off in Round 2:
⚡ The Zuckeyes (Z) vs. The Goonies (Radcliff)
🔥 Fear the Ferrentinos vs. Barbour's HR Heat
🐐 The GOATS (Getty) vs. Elmer's Glue (Mrs. Elmore)
📖 The Outsiders (Stauffer) vs. Hannah's Heroes
🐦 Clever Crows (Corbin) vs. The Warriors (Ms. W)
🏖️ Hammock Hamburglars vs. Dream Team (Dunn)
⚙️ Gizmos (Gill) vs. Mill's Blue Sharks
🌟 La Merritt vs. The Grapplers (Mr. Elmore)
8 matchups. 16 homerooms. Only the best will advance! 👀
Remember — every single day counts. You don't get those days back. The only way to WIN for your team is to be: ✅ In school | ✅ On time | ✅ Engaged
Show up and show OUT, CFMS! The winners are watching the clock — make sure you are too! 🐻💙
#CFMSGrizzlies #AttendanceMatters #SpringShowdown #Round2

Cape Fear Middle School held our Student Led Conferences earlier this month! 📚 We know some families were unable to attend, so our dedicated teachers and support staff have been working closely with students to walk through their goals, progress, and achievements. 🎯 We are so proud of our Grizzlies for taking ownership of their learning journey! 💪🌟
#CapeFearMiddle #StudentLedConferences #ProudToBeAGrizzly 🐾





Over the past few weeks, Ms. Marshburn and Ms. Patrick have collaborated on an exciting Art/Band/Music Olympics unit! 🎨🎵 Students worked together to create unique team names and design their own flags, showcasing both artistic skills and teamwork. Teachers joined in by judging the flags and awarding points for creativity and effort. 🚩⭐
The excitement continued as students headed to the gym to participate in some relay races! 🏃♂️💨 Students competed in 4 different relays alongside Coach Bell's PE classes. It was an eventful day filled with friendly competition, school spirit, and lots of laughter. 😄🎉 This was a fun and memorable experience for our students.
The students used valuable skills such as problem-solving, communication, and working together. 🤝💡 They learned the importance of good sportsmanship, perseverance, and creativity. Combining the arts with physical activity, students see how different subjects connect, helping them build confidence and a strong sense of school community. 💪🏫❤️
#ArtsOlympics #SchoolSpirit #CreativityInAction #TeamWork #MusicAndArt

Congratulations to our Round 1 winners — they showed up, they were on time, and they were ENGAGED! Give it up for:
🎉 The Goonies (Radcliff)
🎉 The Grapplers (Mr. Elmore)
🎉 The Warriors (Ms. W)
These three homerooms EARNED their spot in Round 2 and now the real competition begins! 🔥
Stay tuned for the Round 2 matchups — and to every homeroom still in the running, the mission stays the same:
👉 In school. On time. Engaged.
That's how you WIN. Let's see who wants it most, CFMS! 🐻💙
#CFMSGrizzlies #AttendanceMatters #SpringShowdown #Round2

