The Combs Middle School Parent Teacher Organization actively affects our students - your children - every single day. It organizes activities and programs that produce much-needed extra funds and distributes them throughout our school so that our students have a priviledged, quality education. We are proud of our many parents and teachers that give generously of their time on our behalf.

Your child is older now, and the school seems to run well without your help, right? Teens need us more than ever. Your child’s school needs you too!

The PTO is the connection between you and the school. Attending meetings will help you understand school events, special needs of the school, and other school issues. Join us in making a difference. Volunteer when you can with our PTO volunteers, join the PTO network, or look on our volunteer e-mails for opportunities.

Site Council

Combs Middle School has organized a Site Council consisting of nine appointed members who meet once every month throughout the school year. Members include: Mark Mauro and Pete Galvan - administration; Angela Beauchene, Bren Martin, Lila Gonzalez, Ashley Morris, and Chris Conrad - teachers; Brenda Luedeman – classified staff; and Shannon Oakes and Lacey Jones - parents. Mr. Mauro is currently serving as the facilitator of the council and Mrs. Luedeman as secretary. Officers for the next school year will be elected in May.

Since the inception of this year’s council, members have established the by-laws/goals and have created reporting committees in the following areas: Student Council, academics, athletics, PTO/PTA, behavior, facilities, and a Principal’s Report.

This year’s Site Council goals are to 1) Foster communication and collaboration within and outside the middle school community to improve school/parent/community relations, 2) Increase student achievement by providing an engaging learning environment for all students to grow academically, and 3) Develop a positive school culture.

The council is currently in the process of evaluating the benefits of the PTO/PTA organizations with a decision made shortly as to the one that will represent CMS. The council is also active in the implementation of new programs such as the PASS program and updated teacher websites in order to provide the best education opportunities for our students. The council has met with Mrs. Gayle Blanchard, Assistant Superintendent, to discuss the opening of the Traditional Academy, which will be on the Combs-Gantzel Campus.

At the March meeting, the council began reviewing the CMS Student Handbook and is currently determining any additions and/or corrections necessary to keep our campus running smoothly.

Site Council meetings are open to the public. Meetings are the last Monday of the month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Anyone wishing to request an item to the meeting agenda may send their request to Mr. Mauro or Mrs. Luedeman.