🐎📣Mustang Families 📣🐎
This year's Kiss the Pig 🐷Penny War fundraiser is now through November 19th. The funds we raise will support our new school initiative, the Caring Closet.
The Caring Closet was created to help students who may not have the resources they need at home. We will stock the closet with essential items like extra clothing, toiletries, hygiene products, and snacks. It will also be a resource for students who have accidents at school and need a change of clothes without having to be sent home.
To participate in the Penny War, students can bring cash 💵or coins 🪙 to put in a bucket of their choosing. Each teacher and staff will have a bucket to collect donations. The class that raises the most amount of money will get to see a teacher or administrator kiss a pig at our annual Hoedown on Thursday November 20th from 5-7 PM. 🐷
We appreciate your support in helping us make a positive impact on our students' lives.
This year's Kiss the Pig 🐷Penny War fundraiser is now through November 19th. The funds we raise will support our new school initiative, the Caring Closet.
The Caring Closet was created to help students who may not have the resources they need at home. We will stock the closet with essential items like extra clothing, toiletries, hygiene products, and snacks. It will also be a resource for students who have accidents at school and need a change of clothes without having to be sent home.
To participate in the Penny War, students can bring cash 💵or coins 🪙 to put in a bucket of their choosing. Each teacher and staff will have a bucket to collect donations. The class that raises the most amount of money will get to see a teacher or administrator kiss a pig at our annual Hoedown on Thursday November 20th from 5-7 PM. 🐷
We appreciate your support in helping us make a positive impact on our students' lives.
🎃💛 What an incredible Friday at CTE! Our Mustangs showed up in their best costumes for the annual Character Parade — such a fun and festive way to celebrate! 🖤🐎
(please be patient as we continue to upload photos this afternoon)
(please be patient as we continue to upload photos this afternoon)
🌟 Coming this spring to Cracker Trail Elementary… 🌟
🎭Brought to you by Mustang Performing Arts, we’re proud to present Disney’s The Lion King KIDS! 🦁🎶
Auditions are open to all 4th and 5th graders!
More information will be sent home in the coming weeks — get ready to roar with excitement! 🐾✨
🎭Brought to you by Mustang Performing Arts, we’re proud to present Disney’s The Lion King KIDS! 🦁🎶
Auditions are open to all 4th and 5th graders!
More information will be sent home in the coming weeks — get ready to roar with excitement! 🐾✨
We're thrilled to join the Florida Department of Education in celebrating Gifted Education Week! The Florida Department of Education has officially designated November 3-7, 2025, as Gifted Education Week in Florida! This is a fantastic time to recognize Florida's commitment to providing rigorous educational experiences and tailored support for our advanced learners.
Here in Highlands County, we are celebrating the incredible achievements and innovative spirit of our students. Our elementary gifted students have been exploring this year's hands-on curriculum, "The Carnival of Creativity."
Building Skills for the Future
Our students are engaging in hands-on, collaborative projects that focus on their intellectual growth and the development of critical academic skills:
STEAM & Design Challenges: Students are tackling real-world, carnival-themed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) challenges. They are applying the engineering design process and using math and science concepts to create a variety of products.
Building Resilience: A key focus is on developing perseverance and a growth mindset. These challenges are intentionally complex, giving students a safe space to practice problem-solving, learn from setbacks, and build grit.
Innovation and Leadership: Through teamwork, students are honing their critical and creative thinking abilities, practicing leadership skills, and developing real-world problem-solving strategies.
Here in Highlands County, we are celebrating the incredible achievements and innovative spirit of our students. Our elementary gifted students have been exploring this year's hands-on curriculum, "The Carnival of Creativity."
Building Skills for the Future
Our students are engaging in hands-on, collaborative projects that focus on their intellectual growth and the development of critical academic skills:
STEAM & Design Challenges: Students are tackling real-world, carnival-themed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) challenges. They are applying the engineering design process and using math and science concepts to create a variety of products.
Building Resilience: A key focus is on developing perseverance and a growth mindset. These challenges are intentionally complex, giving students a safe space to practice problem-solving, learn from setbacks, and build grit.
Innovation and Leadership: Through teamwork, students are honing their critical and creative thinking abilities, practicing leadership skills, and developing real-world problem-solving strategies.
📣 CTE Families!
If you’re attending the Character Parade tomorrow morning, please remember to have your photo ID ready before walking up to the check-in desk in front of the office.
🕢 Check-in begins at 7:30 AM.
We can’t wait to see all of our amazing Mustang characters! 🎭✨
If you’re attending the Character Parade tomorrow morning, please remember to have your photo ID ready before walking up to the check-in desk in front of the office.
🕢 Check-in begins at 7:30 AM.
We can’t wait to see all of our amazing Mustang characters! 🎭✨
🎉 Congratulations to Our CTE Mini-Grant Winners! 🎉
We are proud to celebrate two of our amazing teachers, Mrs. Lindley (5th Grade) and Mrs. Cleveland (3rd Grade), for receiving mini-grants to enhance student learning!
📚 Mrs. Lindley’s grant will fund an online reading program to support and engage young readers.
📖 Mrs. Cleveland’s grant will provide additional books for her classroom—giving students even more opportunities to develop the joy of reading.
A huge thank you to SBHC Superintendent Dr. Brenda Longshore and Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations Mrs. Anjelica Ramos Tinajero for visiting our campus to personally present these awards. Your support helps our teachers continue to make a difference every day!
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #WeAreSBHC #TeacherExcellence #MiniGrantWinners #ReadingRocks #ThankYou
We are proud to celebrate two of our amazing teachers, Mrs. Lindley (5th Grade) and Mrs. Cleveland (3rd Grade), for receiving mini-grants to enhance student learning!
📚 Mrs. Lindley’s grant will fund an online reading program to support and engage young readers.
📖 Mrs. Cleveland’s grant will provide additional books for her classroom—giving students even more opportunities to develop the joy of reading.
A huge thank you to SBHC Superintendent Dr. Brenda Longshore and Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations Mrs. Anjelica Ramos Tinajero for visiting our campus to personally present these awards. Your support helps our teachers continue to make a difference every day!
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #WeAreSBHC #TeacherExcellence #MiniGrantWinners #ReadingRocks #ThankYou
Our Little Mustangs Are Making Their Mark!
Our VPK students at Cracker Trail Elementary had a blast painting their tiles for the I am pART of This Community Tile Wall! Each colorful creation represents their teamwork and Mustang pride. 🐴💛
We can’t wait to see the finished wall come together — a true masterpiece which will include our youngest Mustangs! 💫
Special thanks to Mrs. Sebring for leading the painting adventure and our VPK staff members - Mrs. Bush and Mrs. Flowers - for joining in on the fun!
#CrackerTrailElementary #MustangPride #CTERocks #VPK #CommunityArt #YoungMustangs #CreativeKids
Our VPK students at Cracker Trail Elementary had a blast painting their tiles for the I am pART of This Community Tile Wall! Each colorful creation represents their teamwork and Mustang pride. 🐴💛
We can’t wait to see the finished wall come together — a true masterpiece which will include our youngest Mustangs! 💫
Special thanks to Mrs. Sebring for leading the painting adventure and our VPK staff members - Mrs. Bush and Mrs. Flowers - for joining in on the fun!
#CrackerTrailElementary #MustangPride #CTERocks #VPK #CommunityArt #YoungMustangs #CreativeKids
🎟️🐎 BUY YOUR TICKETS 🤠🌾
CTE Mustangs — It’s Hoedown Time!
Tickets go on sale TODAY, Friday, October 24 for our Cracker Trail Hoedown! 🎉
Parents can conveniently purchase tickets online through the School Board of Highlands County website.
🍔🥧 All meals must be pre-ordered, and ticket sales will close on Thursday, November 13 — don’t miss out on this fun-filled Mustang family event! 💛🖤
👉 https://highlands.revtrak.net/cracker-trail-elementary/cte-hoedown/#/list
#CrackerTrailMustangs #CTEHoedown #MustangPride
CTE Mustangs — It’s Hoedown Time!
Tickets go on sale TODAY, Friday, October 24 for our Cracker Trail Hoedown! 🎉
Parents can conveniently purchase tickets online through the School Board of Highlands County website.
🍔🥧 All meals must be pre-ordered, and ticket sales will close on Thursday, November 13 — don’t miss out on this fun-filled Mustang family event! 💛🖤
👉 https://highlands.revtrak.net/cracker-trail-elementary/cte-hoedown/#/list
#CrackerTrailMustangs #CTEHoedown #MustangPride
🎟️Cracker Trail Hoedown Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY, October 24! 🎟️
Be sure to buy your meal tickets and wristbands online (link will be shared Friday 10/24) for the Hoedown!
All BBQ 🍔 and Hot Dog 🌭Dinners MUST be Pre-Ordered and no meals will be sold at the gate.
🗓️Don’t delay and set your calendars to buy your tickets soon! ✅🗓️
Be sure to buy your meal tickets and wristbands online (link will be shared Friday 10/24) for the Hoedown!
All BBQ 🍔 and Hot Dog 🌭Dinners MUST be Pre-Ordered and no meals will be sold at the gate.
🗓️Don’t delay and set your calendars to buy your tickets soon! ✅🗓️
Don't Forget Picture Retakes
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
🚀👽 Our 2nd graders had an out-of-this-world experience Thursday! 🌌
They used their place value skills and successfully escaped the alien room! 💛🖤
#CTEMustangs #STEMlearning #MathIsFun #OutOfThisWorld
They used their place value skills and successfully escaped the alien room! 💛🖤
#CTEMustangs #STEMlearning #MathIsFun #OutOfThisWorld
Don't forget to click on the link below...
Do you have a family member that is a United States Veteran?
Join us as our students pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary School
If you would like us to recognize a veteran who will be in attendance, please call 863-471-5777 or complete this Google Form:
🔗 https://shorturl.at/nWoJp
💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed
🤠 Hey Mustang Families! 🐴💛🖤
Get ready for a Cracker Trail Hoedown good time! 🎶
📅 Thursday, November 20
🍔 BBQ • 🐎 Pony Rides • 🎈 Bounce Houses • 🎤 Entertainment & MORE!
🎟️ Ticket sale info coming soon — stay tuned!
We can’t wait to spend another amazing Mustang night with our CTE family! 💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #HoedownFun
Get ready for a Cracker Trail Hoedown good time! 🎶
📅 Thursday, November 20
🍔 BBQ • 🐎 Pony Rides • 🎈 Bounce Houses • 🎤 Entertainment & MORE!
🎟️ Ticket sale info coming soon — stay tuned!
We can’t wait to spend another amazing Mustang night with our CTE family! 💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #HoedownFun
🎉 Congratulations to our September Herd of Honor Students of the Month!
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding perseverance in and out of the classroom. Perseverance for students is all about working hard and refusing to give up, even when the going gets tough.
Scarlett Vigil
Josiah Lopez
Rylee Goodman
Alayna Neal
Brian Bledsoe
Layla Martz
Connor Jacobs
Jesus Huerta
Annsleigh Conrad
J Holden
Eva Cox
Paisley Sheffield
Radson Eveleth
Alessandra "Allie" Fabian
Blake Boatwright
Jeremy St. Fleur
Kristopher Virostko
Michael "Austin" Hare
Yosari Sanchez Silva
Mavrick Wack
Tina Weeks
Jadiel Guevara
Jasmine Garduno
Collins Kalus
Noah Hargaden
Brian Garcia Rey
Ryleigh Yarbrough
Skylar Anderson
Mariana Hernandez Luna
Julian McGarry
Sophia Byrd
Brayden Muha
Jayden Guarino
Hunter Gillilan
Luke Tyson
Gunnar Angle
Koby Buhler
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding perseverance in and out of the classroom. Perseverance for students is all about working hard and refusing to give up, even when the going gets tough.
Scarlett Vigil
Josiah Lopez
Rylee Goodman
Alayna Neal
Brian Bledsoe
Layla Martz
Connor Jacobs
Jesus Huerta
Annsleigh Conrad
J Holden
Eva Cox
Paisley Sheffield
Radson Eveleth
Alessandra "Allie" Fabian
Blake Boatwright
Jeremy St. Fleur
Kristopher Virostko
Michael "Austin" Hare
Yosari Sanchez Silva
Mavrick Wack
Tina Weeks
Jadiel Guevara
Jasmine Garduno
Collins Kalus
Noah Hargaden
Brian Garcia Rey
Ryleigh Yarbrough
Skylar Anderson
Mariana Hernandez Luna
Julian McGarry
Sophia Byrd
Brayden Muha
Jayden Guarino
Hunter Gillilan
Luke Tyson
Gunnar Angle
Koby Buhler
Are you a United States Veteran?
Join us as our students pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary School
If you would like us to recognize a veteran who will be in attendance, please call 863-471-5777 or complete this Google Form:
🔗 https://shorturl.at/nWoJp
💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed
Check out what is happening at Cracker Trail Elementary.
Click the link to find out now!
https://secure.smore.com/n/uvd5b
Mark your calendars....
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
Don't forget, this Wednesday is a 2-hour early release (9/24/25). All bus routes & parent pickup lines will be two hours earlier on Wednesday. Please notify your child's teacher if there is a change in the way your child will be going home.
🎉 Congratulations to Tabitha Wallace! 🎉
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! 👏
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! 👏
CTE Parents,
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!
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!
