π£ Crete Public Schools Parents & Caregivers!
As a parent, is there a topic youβd love to learn more about? Do you have a concern but arenβt sure what strategies or next steps to take?
Join us this September for Activate! Local. Crete Public Schools is excited to begin our second year of this parent group in partnership with the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL).
Activate! Local is an opportunity to connect with other parents, build leadership skills, learn how to advocate for your child, and make a positive impact in our schools and community.
β¨ Check out the flyer for more details and information on how to sign up. Weβd love to have you be part of our second cohort!
Como padre o madre, ΒΏhay algΓΊn tema sobre el que le gustarΓa aprender mΓ‘s? ΒΏTiene alguna inquietud pero no estΓ‘ seguro de quΓ© estrategias o pasos seguir?
AcompÑñenos este mes de septiembre en Activate! Local. Las Escuelas Públicas de Crete se complacen en iniciar el segundo año de este grupo para padres, en colaboración con el National Center for Families Learning (NCFL).
Activate! Local es una oportunidad para conectar con otros padres, desarrollar habilidades de liderazgo, aprender a defender los intereses de sus hijos y generar un impacto positivo en nuestras escuelas y en la comunidad.
β¨ Consulte el folleto para obtener mΓ‘s detalles e informaciΓ³n sobre cΓ³mo inscribirse. Β‘Nos encantarΓa que formara parte de nuestro segundo grupo!


π«ππEvery Day Counts in Your Child's Education! π«ππ
We love our students and want them at school every day!
Please plan family vacations during scheduled school breaks so your child doesn't miss valuable learning time. βοΈπ΄π’
All school calendars can be found at www.creteschools.org > DISTRICT > District Calendar







REMINDER: Last week of Summer Meals! Sign-Up Closes at Noon TODAY.
https://www.creteschools.org/live_feeds/12589074
RECORDATORIO: Β‘Γltima semana de comidas de verano! Complete el formulario antes del mediodΓa HOY.


REMINDER: Summer Meals Sign-Up Closes at Noon TODAY.
https://www.creteschools.org/live_feeds/12589074
Tomorrow, July 1, is our Registration Extravaganza! π
We are here to help you with:
Updating your information (required annually)
CCLC applications
Bus applications
Free/reduced meal applications
π Where: Cardinal Welcome Center
β° When: 9 AM - Noon & 3 PM - 6 PM
Please stop by. We are here to help!
Weekly meal pick up starts Wednesday July 1st and will continue through the month of July.
No income verification, available to any child ages 1-18.
Come and support Crete Public Schools Nutrition Services Department
Scan the code on the flier to sign up or click here.


Grab and Go Meals - High School
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Scan to sign up
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.


Crete Staff, Students, Parents, and Community
As part of our commitment to maintaining high-quality facilities for our students and community, we would like to inform you of the summer closures for key field areas.
Effective immediately, the following fields will be closed through the summer:
The football/soccer field/track located by the Intermediate School
The Softball Field
The practice fields on the east (new practice fields) side of Iris Avenue
These closures are necessary to prevent damage, allow for turf regrowth, and ensure the fields are fully rejuvenated and ready for the 2026β2027 school year.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us preserve these important spaces for future use.
Please note: The practice fields located behind the high school remain open to the public throughout the summer.
Thank you for your continued support of Crete Public Schools and our efforts to keep our facilities in top condition for students and community members alike.
Be well, stay safe, and GO CARDS!
Dr. McDowell


Crete Public School Summer Hours
Summer hours from June 1 to July 31, 2026, for all CPS buildings will be:
MondayβThursday: 7:30 AMβ4:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AMβ2:00 PM
Have a great summer. Go Cards!

ποΈ FIRST concert at Cardinal Stadium!
π FREE admission, FREE pizza, FREE popcorn, and FREE face-painting.
π§ Kona Ice will be available for purchase.
π Park in stadium lot (enter from Iris Ave).
πͺ Bring a lawn chair.
πΈ Daniel Martinez is a Peruvian-born Flamenco guitarist, composer, educator, and performer.
π Martinez has performed across South America, Canada, Mexico, and the United States, earning recognition for his mastery of classical guitar and Latin styles including Flamenco, Rumba, Bossa Nova, Jazz, Bolero, and Bachata.
π He is a guitar professor at Nebraska Wesleyan University and Union Adventist University, owner of Daniel Martinez Music, and a touring and teaching artist. He has also served as a guest artist for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
π Martinez has released four solo instrumental recordings and received the 2023 Lincoln Mayor's Choice Award, the 2023 Here's to the Heroes Award, and the 2025 Nebraska State Arts Outstanding Artist Award.



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REMINDER: Federal Programs Non Public Consultation Notice
On Wednesday April 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm, a meeting regarding federal programs including special education services for nonpublic schools will be conducted by Crete Public Schools. The purpose of the meeting will be to provide an opportunity for parents who have parentally-placed their child in an approved and/or accredited nonpublic school or exempt home school and representatives of nonpublic schools to participate in the development of a plan regarding federal and special education programming in the nonpublic schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Parents of children attending a nonpublic school or exempt home school within the boundaries of Crete Public Schools are urged to attend. The meeting will be held at the Cardinal Welcome Center, 930 Main Avenue. Please RSVP your intention to attend to Katie Bevins, Director of Student Services at 402-826-5855 or katherine.bevins@creteschools.org. Thank you. https://www.creteschools.org/article/2818721

The survey takes just 5β10 minutes and is open through April 17.
https://app.coachingeffectassessment.com/feedback/be73ace2-d21e-4f87-bf7c-9160764941fe/home
Thank you for helping us continue to improve for our students and community.
Go CARDS!
Dr. McDowell
