A Message From Our Superintendent

January 2026

Dear Bears,

Happy New Year! I hope this month’s message finds you well. It’s that time of year again for setting intentions, prioritizing wellness, and welcoming new experiences. As your superintendent, some of my hopes for the new year are based on continuing the positive efforts we saw from 2025 throughout 2026.

Academic achievement remains a top priority for our district, as proven by the 2024–2025 NM Vistas report card, demonstrating that Cloudcroft continues to perform at or above state averages. Our buildings are filled with activity, growth, learning, and connection every single day. Our teachers will continue to work hard to help students gain skills that will carry them to the next level. Let’s continue working together in partnership to see every student succeed!

As we transition into the second half of the school year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your involvement in our school community. Your participation makes a significant impact on our school climate and the student experience. We are fortunate to live in a beautiful place where we take care of and encourage each other.

We invite you to join us for several exciting events happening in January. Please come out and support our boys’ and girls’ basketball programs–check our athletics page for game schedules.

We also have several opportunities to connect with other families and celebrate our students’ achievements this month:

• January 7: School resumes
• January 14: CNA Pinning Ceremony; PTO Meeting
• January 15: Report Cards
• January 16: Honor Roll Assemblies at CES and CMS Schools
• January 20: Board of Education regular meeting
• January 21: Quiz Bowl

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our schools. As always, I am available and would love to speak with you. Please reach out via email at jocelyne.gillespie@cmsbears.org, phone 575-601-4416, or, if you would like to stop by, make an appointment with our administrative secretary, Grace White. I wish you all a rejuvenating January!

Go, Bears!

Jocelyne Driscoll-Gillespie

Jocelyne Driscoll-Gillespie
Superintendent
Cloudcroft Municipal Schools