David W. Butler High School

Today marks a special day across CMS as we celebrate the achievements, resilience and bright futures of the Class of 2026! 🎓

Congratulations to the seniors from:
• Rocky River High School
• North Mecklenburg High School
• Hopewell High School
• West Mecklenburg High School
• Olympic High School
• Ballantyne Ridge High School
• Palisades High School
• Julius L. Chambers High School
• David W. Butler High School
• Independence High School
• East Mecklenburg High School

Be sure to read this year’s Senior Stories highlighting select CMS graduates and their journeys to graduation: https://www.cmsk12.org/families/graduation-schedule/class-of-2026-senior-stories

You can also watch today’s ceremonies live here: www.youtube.com/

BHS Men’s Soccer tryouts will be held on Thursday 7/30 & Friday 7/31 from 7-9:30 am at the football stadium. Be sure to bring cleats, water, running shoes and a soccer ball.

Congrats Class of 2026

Congratulations to our JROTC Archery Team at the Nationals this year. The Archery Team is now ranked 25th in the Nation! And our very own Cadet Joseph Price (Freshman) is ranked as # 6 Archer in the Nation. Congratulations to the Archery team on this outstanding accomplishment:
Alexander Herrera
Brody Castle
Heaven Hurtado
Joseph Price
Samdesh Rai
Graham Singleton
Gustavo Dias
Maddex Cleckley

The May PTSO meeting will be next Tuesday @ 6:30 pm. We hope that you can join us!

CMS Engagement in Action Newsletter for May 2026
https://app.smore.com/n/513gu

Please pay close attention to exam dates and schedule for the end of the school year. Students must return Chromebooks, chargers, hot spots, library books, and any other school issued item by the last day of school.

Butler High School Spring 2026 Exam Schedule
Phase 1: A/B Block Exams (My 28-June 2)
Thursday, May 28 - 1st and 2nd Period B Day Exams
Friday, May 29 - 1st and 2nd Period A Day Exams
Monday, June 1 - 3rd and 4th B Day Exams (Reverse Schedule)
Tuesday, June 2 - 3rd and 4th A Day Exams (Reverse Schedule)

Phase 2: A/B Day Makeup Exams & State Testing (June 3-5)
Wednesday, JUne 3 - A?B Makeup Exams
Thursday< June 4 - State Mandated & CTE Exams Day 1 (English 2, Math 1, Math 3, Biology, HBS< PBS, Foods 1 & 2, IDF)
Friday, June 8 - Sate Mandated & CTE Exams Day 2 (English 2, Math 1, Math 3, Biology, PBS< MI, Business Essentials, Business Management 2, Accounting 1 & 2)

Phase 3: 4x4 Exams & Final Makeups (June8-10)
Monday, June 8 - 1st Block Exam 7:15-9:49, 2nd Block Exam 9:55-12:30
Tuesday, June 9 - 3rd Block Exam 7:15-9:49, 4th Block Exam 9:55-12:30
Wednesday, June 10 Final Makeup Testing Window (7:15-12:30)
Dismissal is at 12:30 on June 4, 5, 8, 9, 10th.
All late arrivals and non-testing students will report to the cafeteria.

Sources of Strength Sprit Week April 27-May 1, 2026
🔵 Mental Health Monday
Wear shades of blue to represent calmness, emotional regulation, and peace.
👯 Twin Day Tuesday
Find your buddy and match your outfits!
🔢/🏃 What Helps Me Wednesday
Whether you’re a problem solver or a sports fan, dress like a Mathlete or an Athlete.
🧠 Thankful Thursday
Celebrate your ""inner console"" and dress like a character from Inside Out.
🔄 Freaky Friday: The Big Switch
Students, pull out your best teacher blazer and lanyard. Teachers, —grab your hoodies and backpacks for a total role reversal!

Emily Lauren Rose Leadership through Service Scholarship for Butler Students. Applications are available in Student Services and are due Thursday, May 7, 2026. See Mrs. Prince for any questions.