Cracker Trail Elementary

Tomorrow is the last day!! 🐾Annual Paws for Patsy In Memory of Mrs. Patsy Martinez's (our former bookkeeper of 29 years) birthday we are collecting items for the Highlands County Humane Society, a cause that was dear to her heart. We appreciate and and all donations. Below you will find a list of items that the Humane Society is in need of. Canned Puppy Food Canned Cat Food Dry Dog Food Dry Cat Food Kitty Litter Pens Large Trash Bags Postage Stamps Clorox Wipes Clorox Spray Paper Towels Copy Paper If you would like to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Cracker Trail Elementary School and turn in to Tara Lee in the front office. We will start accepting donations Thursday March 27th through Thursday April 3rd. There will be a table set up in the front office for donations.

🐴We'd love to hear from you! Please take a few moments to complete our school survey. Your feedback is crucial in helping us make improvements. Simply click the link or scan the QR code to get started. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community! sbhcschools.org/2025parentsurvey https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HwR_vP1bsSjc99JeQZtuaCDBRrmM9MoM2zWNb_yks-4/edit?usp=sharing

📝Testing Proctors Needed! We need proctors for the dates listed below please call or email Tara Lee. 863-471-4777 leet4@highlands.k12.fl.us ⚫4/1 ⚫4/16 ⚫4/23 ⚫4/24 ⚫5/1 ⚫5/6 ⚫5/7 ⚫5/8 ⚫5/13

📌Reminder: Report Card Conferences are Monday, March 31st- Friday, April 4th. Be sure to sign up for a time to meet with your students teacher and to pick up Quarter 3 Report Cards. See you soon 🐴

🐾Annual Paws for Patsy In Memory of Mrs. Patsy Martinez's (our former bookkeeper of 29 years) birthday we are collecting items for the Highlands County Humane Society, a cause that was dear to her heart. We appreciate and and all donations. Below you will find a list of items that the Humane Society is in need of. Canned Puppy Food Canned Cat Food Dry Dog Food Dry Cat Food Kitty Litter Pens Large Trash Bags Postage Stamps Clorox Wipes Clorox Spray Paper Towels Copy Paper If you would like to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Cracker Trail Elementary School and turn in to Tara Lee in the front office. We will start accepting donations Thursday March 27th through Thursday April 3rd. There will be a table set up in the front office for donations.

CTE Grade Level Testing Schedule ✔️Kindergarten- April 16th STAR Early Literacy, April 24th STAR Math ✔️1st Grade- April 16th STAR Reading, April 23rd STAR Math ✔️2nd Grade- April 15th STAR Reading, April 23rd STAR Math ✔️3rd Grade- May 1st FAST Reading, May 5th STAR Reading, May 7th FAST Math ✔️4th Grade- April 1st BEST Writing, May 6th FAST Reading, May 8th FAST Math ✔️5th Grade- April 1st BEST Writing, May 6th FAST Reading, May 8th FAST Math, May 13th SSA Science

Mustangs Got Talent 🎤 Our Mustang Leadership Team will be recruiting superstars to take the stage at Mustangs Got Talent Show on Thursday, April 24th....students and staff! This will be a showcase of talents rather than a contest. All interested CTE students and staff will be having a mandatory sign up meeting on Wednesday March 26th from 2:00-3:00 in the cafeteria. You are welcome to bring your individual or group's special talent to the sign-up stage. Students must provide their own music. There will be a $5 participation fee and each act must be 4 minutes or less. Keep your eyes open for permission slips to come home soon. We look forward to seeing all that mustang talent.

Due to the overwhelming demand for tickets, we have increase the amount of tickets available. With limited seating, please go in an reserve now to ensure a seat. There may be availability at the door, priority will be given to reservations. Two shows, April 22, 2025 6:00pm show tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seussical-kids-cracker-trail-elementary-600pm-show-tickets-1257216651849?aff=oddtdtcreator 7:30 pm show tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seussical-kids-cracker-trail-elementary-730pm-show-tickets-1268928341829?aff=oddtdtcreator

We'd love to hear from you! Please take a few moments to complete our school survey. Your feedback is crucial in helping us make improvements. Simply click the link or scan the QR code to get started. Thank you for being an essential part of our school community! sbhcschools.org/2025parentsurvey https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HwR_vP1bsSjc99JeQZtuaCDBRrmM9MoM2zWNb_yks-4/edit?usp=sharing

Mustangs Got Talent 🎤 Our Mustang Leadership Team will be recruiting superstars to take the stage at Mustangs Got Talent Show on Thursday, April 24th....students and staff! This will be a showcase of talents rather than a contest. All interested CTE students and staff will be having a mandatory sign up meeting on Wednesday March 26th from 2:00-3:00 in the cafeteria. You are welcome to bring your individual or group's special talent to the sign-up stage. Students must provide their own music. There will be a $5 participation fee and each act must be 4 minutes or less. Keep your eyes open for permission slips to come home soon. We look forward to seeing all that mustang talent.

Coming soon to the CTE main stage on April 22, 2025...Seussical the Musical! TWO SHOWS ---> 6:30pm and 7:30pm! Get ready for a whimsical adventure at Cracker Trail Elementary School! Join us for a fun-filled event featuring the beloved characters from Dr. Seuss's classic stories. From Horton the Elephant to the Cat in the Hat, this musical extravaganza will bring the magic of Seuss to life right before your eyes. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the enchanting world of Dr. Seuss with your friends and family! Tickets are FREE, but must be reserved due to limited seating. A suggested donation of $5/ticket, to be collected at check in, is appreciated. Click the link to get your tickets now!" 6:00pm show tickets- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seussical-kids-cracker-trail-elementary-600pm-show-tickets-1257216651849?aff=oddtdtcreator 7:30pm show tickets-https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seussical-kids-cracker-trail-elementary-730pm-show-tickets-1268928341829?aff=oddtdtcreator

Reminder: Spring Picture Day is Wednesday, March 19th 📸 School Name: Cracker Trail Elem School Picture Day Date(s): March 19, 2025 Picture Day ID: EVTH38DND

Join us for Disability Awareness Week at Cracker Trail Elementary! From March 17-21, we'll be coming together to learn, celebrate, and promote inclusivity in our school community. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every student feels valued and respected. Show your support by wearing colors that represent the various disabilities. It can be a shirt, an entire outfit, or an accessory. Monday: Autism Spectrum Disorder- Blue Tuesday: Vision Impaired and Deaf Hard of Hearing- Red Wednesday: ADHD- Orange Thursday: Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities- Blue and Yellow Friday: Specific Learning Disabled- Purple

Yearbook pre-orders are going on now through March 16th . 🐴 The pre-sale cost is $20. The cost for yearbooks sold after March 16th is $25. You can order online between now and March 31st using the QR code or using the link https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/CTE24-25.

Picture Day is Coming! Order this years school pictures today! Spring Picture Day is Wednesday March 19th. Picture Day ID: EVTH38DND

Spring Break Reminder: No School 3/10-3/16 Have a safe and restful break! 🏝️🏖️☀️

Cracker Trail Elementary 24/25 Yearbook and Love Lines are on Sale Now! 🐴📸 Scan the QR code below to preorder the 24/525 yearbook! Cost $20 each through March 16th. Scan the QR code below to fill out the google form if you would like to purchase a love line. All Love lines must be submitted by Mar 2nd. Love lines- $10 each. 5th grade only- Include a picture for an extra $5. Questions? Call 863-471-5777

Join us for Disability Awareness Week at Cracker Trail Elementary! From March 17-21, we'll be coming together to learn, celebrate, and promote inclusivity in our school community. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every student feels valued and respected. Show your support by wearing colors that represent the various disabilities. It can be a shirt, an entire outfit, or an accessory. Monday: Autism Spectrum Disorder- Blue Tuesday: Vision Impaired and Deaf Hard of Hearing- Red Wednesday: ADHD- Orange Thursday: Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities- Blue and Yellow Friday: Specific Learning Disabled- Purple

Mustangs Got Talent 🎤 Our Mustang Leadership Team will be recruiting superstars to take the stage at Mustangs Got Talent Show on Thursday, April 24th....students and staff! This will be a showcase of talents rather than a contest. All interested CTE students and staff will be having a mandatory sign up meeting on Wednesday March 26th from 2:00-3:00 in the cafeteria. You are welcome to bring your individual or group's special talent to the sign-up stage. Students must provide their own music. There will be a $5 participation fee and each act must be 4 minutes or less. Keep your eyes open for permission slips to come home soon. We look forward to seeing all that mustang talent.

Congratulations to Tricia Cox for being named our CTE Volunteer of the Year! Her dedication and hard work make a tremendous impact on our school, and we are incredibly grateful for all that she does.