
CMS Families- We regret to inform you that football camp is canceled for tonight due to extreme heat. The safety of our students is our top priority. We will begin camp tomorrow as scheduled. We appreciate your understanding!

Open House- August 13th 5:00-8:00
Please remember to call the Crete Middle School office to schedule an Open House appointment. 402-826-5844



Football Youth/Middle School Camp Information.


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
π’ Event Update π’
We have an important update regarding our event this evening.
π The Pizza Picnic at the elementary school will be held as scheduled (likely to be relocated indoors).
π« 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



Congratulations to our 2024 retirees! Thank you for your years of dedication to CPS and public education. Not pictured: Maricela Flores, Tim Smejdir, and Larry Hoback.


Please visit our website to read the CMS May Newsletter. https://www.creteschools.org/o/cms/article/1590492


This is a reminder there is no school tomorrow, Thursday, May 9. We wish our Boys Varsity Soccer Team the best of luck as they compete in the state tournament tomorrow at noon. We will see all our students back at school on Friday, May 10. Go Cards!


6th Grade Parents- Our Field trip scheduled for Thursday, May 9th to Kearney has been canceled. Congratulations to our high school soccer team for making it to state!!!

Our Boys' Varsity Soccer team is headed to Omaha for the 2024 Boys State Soccer Tournament! This season, the team has showcased tremendous dedication and teamwork. We wish them the best of luck as they compete.
Crete Public Schools and our community are special places. Our student, staff, and community support and encouragement for Crete athletics and activities are remarkable. To continue showing your unwavering support, there will be no school for all students on Thursday, May 9, 2024.


Out of an abundance of caution due to the severe weather forecast, we are postponing our Band concerts to Monday, May 13th.
6th Grade- 6:30 (report at 6:15)
7 & 8th- 7:30 (report at 7:15)

The deadline for registering K-11 grade students for Cardinal Camps and summer transportation is Monday, April 29, 2024, at noon. No camp or transportation registrations will be accepted after this date and time.



Federal Programs Non Public Consultation Notice
On Wednesday May 15, 2023 at 3:00 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 2024-2025 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 St. James Elementary. Please RSVP your intention to attend to Katie Bevins, Director of Student Services at 402-826-5855 or katherine.bevins@creteschools.org. Thank you.


Middle SchoolΒ Vocal Spring Concert
Location: Crete Middle School Auditorium
6th Grade Choir Concert
May 2, 2024
6:30 pm
Students are to be here at 6:10
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7th/8th-grade choir concert
May 2, 2024
7:30 pm
Students need to be here at 7:10

