Did you know - Don’t let 2 missed days define your year! Research shows that most students with just 2 absences in the first month of school go on to miss more than 25 days total.
Start the year off strong by making sure students are in school whenever they are not sick.
🎈 Meet our Kindergarten Team! They have been working tirelessly to prepare for Kindergarten Jumpstart! If you see a Kindergarten teacher, be sure to thank them!
We owe a huge THANK YOU to the Crete High School Cheerleaders! They took time out of their busy schedules to re-paint our playground! Go Cardinals!
♥💙 Meet the Crete Elementary Administrative Team! Mrs. Sell and Mrs. Carriker are excited to lead and serve Crete Elementary this year! Go Cardinals!
Preschool & Kindergarten parents, please plan to attend ONE of the orientation meetings to learn about all things Crete Elementary! We are so excited to meet you!
😊 CES Staff officially returned to the building today. Help us welcome them back for the 2024-2025 school year! We are excited to get to work preparing for students' return soon!
📞 Call today to schedule your child's open house appointment! Crete Elementary is eager to welcome back our students!
🏫 Welcome back! We are so excited to see all of you for the 2024-2025 school year! School supply lists are below. Reminder: All supplies are optional! Supply list also linked here: https://tinyurl.com/3ccp8eu8
‼ CES Kindergarten Parents:
Please ensure that you have completed the following for your child 1) enrolled in kindergarten online, 2) kindergarten physical, and 3) kindergarten vaccinations. Please send physical and vaccination records to Nurse Carmen via fax at (402) 826-2135.
📅 Mark your calendars for upcoming dates: Kindergarten Jumpstart, Vaccine Clinic, Parent Orientation Meetings, Open House, and Transition Day
Kindergarten Jumpstart Vaccination Clinic
Crete Elementary Gym
Monday, August 12
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Crete Public Schools is partnering with Blue Valley Community Action to administer all vaccines needed for school.
As we move forward with processing the event from Friday, June 28, additional support may be necessary. If you couldn't attend our community support sessions last weekend, we want you to know we're still here for you. Please click the link below and fill out the form if you need support. One of our fantastic staff members will reach out to schedule a meeting. Help us spread the word that this service is available to everyone in the community!
https://bit.ly/cpssupports-english
https://bit.ly/cpssupports-spanish
Be well
Dr. McDowell
The Cardinal Welcome Center will be open today, Sunday, June 30, from 1 to 3 p.m. for anyone in the community needing support after Friday's event. We are here for you!
Dear Crete Community,
We are deeply saddened by the events of Friday, June 28. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this traumatic incident.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Crete Police Department, the Saline County Sheriff's Office, the Nebraska State Patrol, and all the first responders who acted quickly and bravely to ensure the safety of our community. Your dedication and service are truly commendable, and we want you to know your efforts are deeply appreciated.
Crete is an amazing place to live, and it is our unity and resilience that make our community so special. It is essential for us to stay together and support one another.
Crete Public Schools is ready to provide services and work with any student, staff, or community member needing support during this time. Our counselors and support staff will be available at the following locations and times:
Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 at the Cardinal Welcome Center
Sunday, June 30, 2024, from 1:00-3:00 at the Cardinal Welcome Center
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know needs assistance.
Safety is our number one priority, and we will continue to work towards maintaining it. Let us stand together, stronger than ever, and continue to make Crete and Crete Public Schools a safe, supportive, and thriving community for all.
Sincerely,
Dr. McDowell
The CCLC Pool Party event for this evening (6/28/24) is CANCELLED.
BVCA Immunizations is partnering with Crete Public Schools to get your child ready for the new school year on Thursday, June 13th, 5-7 PM at the Cardinal Welcome Center.
Cardinal Community Learning Centers - CCLC
📢 Event Update 📢
We have an important update regarding our event this evening.
🍕 The Pizza Picnic at the elementary school will be held as scheduled (likely to be relocated indoors).
🚫 Unfortunately, the Pool Party has been canceled due to the forecast of inclement weather. After consulting with the City of Crete and considering the number of families expected, we decided it is best to err on the side of caution.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Join us today, June 6, at the Cardinal Welcome Center from 11 to 2 or 5 to 8 for our registration/info update Extravaganza! CCLC and Bus registration open today. Stop by for help or visit www.creteschools.org. ALL students, new and returning, must register/update their info in the Parent Portal. We're here to help!
Free Summer Meals available for ages 1-18
June 3-28
Monday - Friday
Breakfast 8:30 - 9:15
Lunch 11:45 - 12:45
Enter door #10 at the Elementary
Enter door #1 at the Intermediate & Middle Schools
📚🎉🍎We are thrilled to announce our students who have achieved PERFECT ATTENDANCE for the entire 4th quarter! 🍎🎉📚 👏👏 Let's give a big round of applause to these dedicated young scholars who showed up ready to learn every day!👏👏 #CardinalPride
