Cracker Trail Elementary is proud to celebrate her recognition as the District Office Teacher of the Year! 🏆✨
We are so thankful for the incredible support she provides to meet the speech and language needs of our students. 💛🖤
Way to go, Mrs. Wallace! 👏
School pictures are now available!
To view and order your child’s photos, please visit www.mylifetouch.com Log in to your account or create a new one using your student’s ID number.
As a bonus, all families can also order a FREE Digital SmileSafe Card through the site.
If you would like to learn more about the SmileSafe program please use the link below.
https://lifetouch.com/smilesafe/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=PPD_F23_Po1_US&utm_content=safecard
Thank you for your continued support!
Our parent pickup time continues to shorten. Student pickup ends at 2:30 PM.
⏰ Please make arrangements to be on campus and pick up your child on time before 2:30 PM.
Your cooperation helps us keep all students safe and supervised.
Thank you! 💙
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTEPickUp #ParentPickUp #EndOfTheSchoolDay
We are thrilled to announce Cracker Trail Elementary’s Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year!
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Denise Hines
Our amazing 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Hines, has been recognized for her unwavering dedication, inspiring teaching, and the positive impact she makes every single day in our students' lives. Her passion and commitment to excellence shine through in everything she does!
🛠️ School-Related Employee of the Year: Mrs. Sonia Almenteros
As our Plant Manager, Mrs. Almenteros keeps our school running smoothly and looking its best. Her hard work, kindness, and behind-the-scenes efforts make a world of difference for the entire Cracker Trail Elementary community.
Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Hines and Mrs. Almenteros for their outstanding contributions to Cracker Trail Elementary’s students and staff! 💛🖤👏
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTETeacherOfTheYear #TeacherOfTheYear #CTESupportPersonOfTheYear #SupportPersonOfTheYear #SchoolHeroes #WeAreProud #ThankYou
🗓 Wednesday, September 10
You can place your order online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW.
✅ Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Students may also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day.
💻 After Picture Day, all orders must be placed online at mylifetouch.com.
mylifetouch.com
Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding Responsibility in and out of the classroom. Whether it’s being prepared, helping others, or leading by example, they truly represent what it means to be part of our HERD!
Levi Heaps
Yazmin Murphy
River Gillilan
Taylin Galeas
Mackenzie Cooper
Kayden Valle
Jaxson Castro
Autumn Carpenter
Kinley Crivello
Jayden Castro
Carter Eddy
Arie Dalke
Ariana Chavis
McKinley Campbell
Jordan Acevedo
Pilar Avalos
Easton Russ
Madison Owen
D'Legend Morel
Skylar Anderson
Ashley Reyes
Luna Anton Gomez
Aria Araujo
Ella Cocanougher
Austyn Carter
Annabel Brown
Korra Bozeman
Vanessa Appel
Kersten Wilson
Tessa Bini
Luke Russell-Stephens
Everli Himrod
Kensley Wadlinger
AvaLynn Hayes
Gracelyn Sapp
Marley Zelenenki
Charles Flowers
Keep up the amazing work, Mustangs! We’re so proud of you!
#HerdOfHonor #StudentOfTheMonth #Responsibility #CTERocks
If you would like to see these amazing students' photos please click on this Facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Qvp1Pp1E4/
Dear CTE Parents & Caregivers,
For everyone’s safety and to keep things moving smoothly during morning arrival, please remember:
✅ Use the designated traffic lanes to enter and exit campus
❌ DO NOT use the exit lane to enter campus or parking areas to drop off students
🚸 Follow all staff instructions, procedures, and posted signs
⏱ Make sure your children are ready to exit the vehicle to start their day and keep the line moving
PreK and VPK caregivers will continue to use the front parking lot to park and walk their students to the designated Prek drop off gate.
Let’s work together to ensure a safe and efficient drop-off for all students. Thank you for your cooperation! 💙
#CTERocks #CTEMustangs #SchoolSafety #MorningDropOff #ParentReminder
We wish all our CTE families a safe and relaxing holiday.
❤️🤍💙
CTE Fundraiser Begins TODAY! And we need your help. Our goal is to raise $30,000 to install much needed shade structures over the kindergarten playground.
Use this link to find out more.
https://shorturl.at/OachA
Packets have been sent home with all the necessary information to participate (if your child did not receive their packet today, it will go home Tuesday).
It's as simple as 1, 2, 3!
Register TONIGHT at www.ShopFund.com
Make sure you use Group Code: 7APX4
Share custom support links with family & friends via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Email, Text and more.
Student Goal: Minimum of 5 Online Supporters.
REGISTER-SHARE-WIN: Sharing gets you coins for chances to win over 1,000 prizes.
Do you need a little help registering, watch this informational "how to register" video.
https://vimeo.com/showcase/8752027
On behalf of Cracker Trail Elementary School Staff, thank you for doing your part to make our fundraiser a success.
🐴💛 CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY MUSTANGS 💛🐴
⏰✨ TOMORROW ✨⏰
🗓 Wednesday, August 27, 2025
📅 Early Release
🕛 12:00 noon dismissal
🌟 Cracker Trail Elementary 🌟
Safety Patrol
Even on a rainy day, our Mustang Leaders shine bright! 🌧️
Thanks to our amazing Safety Patrols, parent pick-up went smoothly and safely. We are so proud of these students for leading with responsibility and Mustang pride!
#MustangPride
#CTEMustangs
#SafetyPatrol
#StudentLeaders
VPK Parents,
This is a friendly reminder that VPK wrap-around payments are due by Friday at noon for the following week’s care.
If you’ve already submitted your payment, thank you! We appreciate your promptness and support.
Timely payments help us ensure a smooth and consistent experience for all students. If payment is not received by the deadline, your child’s spot may be affected.
Please feel free to contact the office if you have any questions or need assistance with your payment (link below).
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation!
Sincerely- Your Cracker Trail Elementary Staff
https://shorturl.at/PuuAH
These drills are essential in ensuring that our Mustang students and staff know the appropriate procedures in the event of an emergency. We are pleased to report that students responded calmly and followed directions well throughout both exercises.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you for your continued support in keeping our school community safe.
#CTERocks #CTEMustangs #StudentSafety
School starts Monday! 📚 Our teachers are ready, classrooms are prepped, and campuses are sparkling. Let’s make this year amazing from day one!
🚌 Find bus pickup/drop-off times: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/infofinder
🕧 School start times are listed on each school's website
🍳 FREE breakfast and lunch is provided every day, for every student
#SBHCFlorida #HighlandsSchools
We can only accept cash or check payments. All proceeds will benefit the PE and Trailblazer (Positive Behavior) incentives. 💵✍️
See you at open house! 🐴🖤💛
PARENTS /GUARDIANS: The Commissioner of Education requires that training is available for parents/guardians on the consequences of making a school threat or false report via FortifyFL. Please discuss with your student the seriousness of this issue. Click to access course: www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/threatsweaponsinfo
CTE Daycare
2025–2026 Daycare Registration
Enroll Now
Pre-K (10 spots available)
Kindergarten (25 spots available)
Grades 1–5 (until max is reached)
📞 Phone: 863-471-5777
🌐 CTE Daycare Website:
https://cte.highlands.k12.fl.us/o/cte/page/after-school-daycare
📋 Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/zE4gpBeMwPYqQmU5A
🚌 Highlands County School Board – Transportation Information 🚌
https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/article/2298172
Bus Info & Registration Reminder!
Parents, before Open House, please:
✅ Look up your student’s bus stop location & pick-up/drop-off times at https://tinyurl.com/3n2t94fp
✅ Print and complete the bus registration form at https://5il.co/3l3r5
📲 Visit our website: https://tinyurl.com/2xxzs6ae
Do this BEFORE Open House to avoid long lines and lengthy delays!
Questions? Call your local transportation office:
Sebring 471-5789
Avon Park 784-0376
Lake Placid 699-5069
Open house nights are scheduled as follows:
Elementary Schools will be August 5th
Middle and High Schools will be August 7th
*Please check with your schools, as the times will vary
#BackToSchool #SchoolBusInfo #BusRegistration
You've been asking, and we've been working behind the scenes to collect as much information for back-to-school for our schools, all in one place:
🎒 Supply Lists
🏫 Open houses & orientations
👕 Dress codes
📃 New student registration
🚌 Attendance zones & bus routes
📲 App information
Back-to-school hub: https://www2.highlands.k12.fl.us/bts25
Finally, download our app, follow your school's individual social media pages, and let's work together to create a great start to the new year!