🎒 FREE Back-to-School Supply Pickup! ✏️📓

C. J. Donald Middle School is excited to welcome our students and families back for the new school year with a FREE School Supply Pickup for our students while supplies last. See flyer for details.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Southern Power for sponsoring this event and investing in the success of our students.

We encourage all eligible families to attend and help their students begin the school year equipped, confident, and ready to learn. We look forward to seeing you on August 10!

#CJDonaldMiddleSchool #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplyPickup #FairfieldCitySchools #StudentSuccess #ThankYouSouthernPower
#UnwaveringInOurPurpose #RisingForEveryChild
1 day ago, Ellen Phillips
Southern Power Back to School Supplies

You're Invited to a Meet & Greet at C. J. Donald Middle School!

Calling all rising 6th graders and new C. J. Donald Middle School students! Join us for an exciting evening as we kick off a new school year together. Come meet our dedicated teachers and staff, connect with community partners, learn about school programs and updates, and get your questions answered during our Q&A session. This is a great opportunity for students and families to become familiar with our school and begin the year with confidence.

We can't wait to welcome our newest Tigers and their families to the C. J. Donald community! See you at Meet & Greet—where we are Unwavering in our Purpose- Rising For Every Child. See flyer for details.

#CJDonaldMiddleSchool #TigerPride #MeetAndGreet #BackToSchool #Rising6thGrade #NewStudents #FairfieldCitySchools

1 day ago, Ellen Phillips
Meet and Greet 2026
Meet and Greet 2026

It’s FINALLY OFFICIAL Church of the Highlands will be sending a TEAM to SERVE us in a Campus Clean-Up this Saturday Fairfield Preparatory High School’s Football Team, sent by Coach Rex “The Shocka” Sharpe, will ALSO be serving us!!

It’s late notice, but it’s the LAST opportunity before we welcome our scholars back on the 11th!!! If you can join us, so the team can help you get your classroom ready, clean our GYM, Cafeteria, Library, and Grounds, PLEASE DO, if not, we completely understand!! See flyer for details.
#UnwaveringInOurPurpose #RisingEveryChild #CJDonaldStrong

1 day ago, Ellen Phillips
Campus Cleanup
Campus Cleanup
CJD Parents: Please pick up your child's report card at the school so you can register your child for the upcoming school year. You will follow the instructions printed on the report card. The office is open until 3:00 pm but closed between 12:00 and 1:00 pm for lunch.
17 days ago, Kristilyn Patterson
CJD Parents: Please pick up your child's report card at the school so you can register your child for the upcoming school year. You will follow the instructions printed on the report card.
18 days ago, Kristilyn Patterson
FCS ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. Online registration is available for returning and new students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. Visit our website at www.fairfieldschoolsystem.com and click the registration link. Don’t wait—secure your spot and get ready for an amazing school year!

2. To apply for the Head Start/Early Head Start Program (students ages 0-4 years old), please contact 205-264-9655 for guidance.

3. To register for the Fairfield Pre-K Program, please contact 205-264-9655 for more information. Remember, students must be 4 years old by 9/1/26 to enroll in this program.

4. There will be a Meet & Greet with old & new band members (including auxiliaries), their parents, and Tim Hill. the new band director TODAY at 6pm in the PD Room at Fairfield High Preparatory School. Please enter through the front of the building near the main office. We hope to see everyone at this initial meeting as we organize for success.
about 1 month ago, Ellen Phillips
CJD Summer Learning Students Attire & Expectations for tomorrow's field trip to Activate: Wear comfortable clothing and clean, flat, closed-toe shoes. Students will have to also sign a waiver tomorrow and will have to use a personal email address (parent or their own). Please make sure they are on campus by 8:15 am.
about 2 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
CJD's Summer Learning Program was awesome last week according to our students and staff and we are pleased to report we can still accept students. If you have not registered your child the link is below. If you have registered your child and they have not begun, they can still attend! Buses are running their regular routes at 7:30 am. Breakfast starts at 7:50. The program begins at 8:15; pickup is at 2:15 (please be on campus at 2:10 on). Our first field trip is this Wednesday. If students report today they can still receive a permission slip. Spread the word so students can take advantage of the various fun and engaging activities we have planned this month. We're excited to see them soon! Registration Link: https://forms.gle/AezEidDRM63pKony5
about 2 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
Good morning CJD Parents: If your child rides the bus please review the updated bus information for our summer learning program. Additionally, an email has been sent with more specific route information. Program Schedule Days: Monday through Thursday Dates: June 1st – June 26th Key Reminders for Families Arrival Time: Students must be at their designated bus stops by 7:30 AM for pick-up. Combined Travel: All participating scholars, from Primary through High School, will travel together on the same routes.
about 2 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
CJD Parents: Our summer learning program begins Monday, June 1st. The location has been moved across the street at Fairfield High Preparatory School. All students should be on the FHPS campus at 7:50 am if they plan to eat breakfast; if they are not eating breakfast, no later than 8:10 am. The summer learning program will take place every Monday-Thursday from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm for the month of June. All car riders should be off campus by 2:20 pm; rides should be outside in the parking lot by 2:10 pm. Buses will run their usual routes. We look forward to having a phenomenal summer filled with learning, fun experiences, field trips, etc.
2 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
We’re happy to support your food needs for June 2026. Please register for a food box if you are in need of food assistance. Please note: The pantry will be closed during July 2026 and will reopen in August 2026. If you need any additional resources and/or information, please contact Community School Coordinator, Kala Goudy.
P: 205.458.2077 | E: kala.goudy@uwca.org | W: uwca.org

English: https://forms.gle/9B76ar1znopvqX369

Spanish: https://forms.gle/UCo8s24pupecV9s38
2 months ago, Ellen Phillips
June 2026 Food Pantry
June 2026 Food Pantry
CJD: Greetings Parents and Guardians, The yearbooks have arrived and are now ready for pickup at the school! Thank you for your patience and continued support throughout the school year. Please contact the school if you have any questions. We do not have extra copies for sale. Enjoy your yearbook memories. Thank you.
2 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
Kindergarten Registration Rally! Calling all graduating Head Start and Forest Hills CDC Pre-K students — and every child ready to start their Kindergarten adventure! Join the excitement and register for Kindergarten at Robinson Primary School! Let’s grow our school family, boost enrollment, and build a brighter future for our children — together! Don’t miss this exciting milestone — Kindergarten starts here!
3 months ago, Ronnie Holston
PreK

IMPORTANT: Title 1 Parent Survey
Please click the below link to participate in the Title 1 Parent Survey. We need your feedback on the effectiveness of school programs and communication to ensure federal funding is used to improve educational outcomes. The link is also available on the C J Donald Facebook page.

https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/305169/7507

3 months ago, Ellen Phillips
CJD: Parents please check to see if your child received a permission slip TODAY to view the private screening of the movie Michael. Students that made a 3 or 4 on the ACAP last spring (or have demonstrated excellent effort) are being taken at no cost tomorrow, 5/12. The permission slip must be turned in by 8:30 am tomorrow morning. School lunch is being provided. However, if students want to purchase a small popcorn and drink combo it is $3.50 (No Cash App).
3 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
CJD: Friendly reminder that today is a professional development day. Students do not attend school today, only staff. Staff should be on the school grounds by 8:15 am and seated in the media center at 8:25 am.
3 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson
CJDs Awards Day for 6th and 7th grade will be held on May 13th. 7th grade's program begins at 9:00 am. Parents can begin arriving at 8:45 am. 6th grade's program will begin at 10:30 am; parents are can begin arriving at 10:15 am. There will be a variety of awards for academics, improvements, sports, etc. We look forward to seeing you all there to support our scholars!
3 months ago, Kristilyn Patterson

Click the below links or scan the QR Code to sign up for the May Food Box Giveaway.

English: https://forms.gle/3q72Z3zGydU51kZW7

Spanish: https://forms.gle/Zfqt2DvXAPdWSq2R8

3 months ago, Ellen Phillips
May Food Box Giveaway
May Food Box Giveaway Spanish
C J Donald Awards Day - Wednesday, May 13th. Please see the attached flyer for details.
3 months ago, Ellen Phillips
Awards Day

Food Boxes Giveaway - Bessemer DHR Parking Lot - May 8th from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. or until boxes run out

3 months ago, Ellen Phillips
Food Box Giveaway