Message from Mrs. Williams

CCI Families,

Summer has flown by! We are so excited to have the Class of 2033 and 2034 this year! We have some exciting and memorable experiences planned.

Please note that SED registration begins on July 29th. Make sure you complete all forms during this process. If you have any questions or need help filling this out, please call 812-817-0900 Ex. 2 to schedule a time to come in.

🚌 Transportation Questions? Start Here! 🚦

As we prepare for a great school year, please visit our Transportation Updates page for the most current bus route information, driver contact information, and transportation updates. If you have questions about your child's bus route, pickup/drop-off times, or transportation changes, this page is the best place to start. Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe start to the school year!

👉 SED Transportation Updates

📚 Homeroom Teacher Reveal Coming Soon!

The countdown is on! Families can expect an email on Monday, July 27 with information about their child's 2026-2027 homeroom teacher. Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox that day! If you don't see the email, please check your spam or junk folder before reaching out to the school office.

🏫 Stay Informed About Southeast Dubois

At Southeast Dubois School Corporation, we are committed to keeping our families informed and ensuring transparency in the decisions that impact our schools and community.

If you would like to learn more about upcoming district construction projects, the operating referendum, or how school funding works, we encourage you to visit the resources below:

Upcoming Southeast Dubois Construction: https://www.sedubois.k12.in.us/community/construction
Operating Referendum Information: https://www.sedubois.k12.in.us/community/financial-information/operating-referendum
School Finance Information: https://www.sedubois.k12.in.us/community/financial-information

These pages provide helpful information, answers to frequently asked questions, and updates as they become available. We encourage you to use these resources if you have questions or would like to learn more.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to provide the best possible educational experience for every Southeast Dubois student.

⭐Cedar Leaders Applications Now Open!⭐

Are you interested in making a difference at Cedar Intermediate School? Cedar Leaders is our Principal's Leadership Council for students in grades 5 and 6 who want to help improve our school, develop leadership skills, and serve as positive role models for their peers.

As a Cedar Leader, students will have opportunities to collaborate with classmates, share ideas, participate in service projects, and help make Cedar an even better place to learn and grow. Members will work closely with Mrs. Williams and fellow student leaders throughout the school year.

Students interested in applying must complete an application (attached or can be picked up on Sneak Peek Night or the first two weeks of school) that includes questions about leadership, teamwork, and ideas for improving our school. Applications also require homeroom teacher support and parent/guardian permission.

Applications are available in the school office and from homeroom teachers. Completed applications are due by Friday, August 21.

🌟Join Spell Bowl!🌟

We’re excited to kick off Spell Bowl this year! This is a fun academic competition where students build spelling/vocabulary skills, work as a team, and compete against other schools. Everyone is welcome!

We’ve attached the Spell Bowl study list so students can start practicing now if they want. Give it a try… You might just love it! CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns don't hesitate to reach out! cassie.williams@sedubois.k12.in.us

Mrs. Williams

💚💛 CCI Sneak Peek Night is Almost Here! 💛💚

We can't wait to welcome our Ranger families to Cedar Crest Intermediate as we kick off another amazing school year!

📅 Sneak Peek Night: Thursday, August 6, 2026

🚪Doors Open: 5:30 PM

At 6:00 PM, join Mrs. Williams and the CCI staff in the gym for a brief welcome and important back-to-school information. The presentation will begin promptly at 6:00 PM and will last approximately 15 minutes.

Before and after the presentation, be sure to visit the vendors in the gym to learn about the many programs, clubs, and opportunities available for our students and families.

📸Please bring a family photo to hang in our Main Street bulletin board!

Then, head to your child's homeroom classroom where you can:

Meet their teacher
Drop off/pick up (kits) school supplies
Explore the building and get familiar with CCI before the first day of school

We are so excited to welcome our Rangers back for another fantastic year of learning, growth, and success! We can't wait to see you there!

Our wonderful school nurse, Shelby Hill, will be available during Sneak Peek Night to collect any student medications and answer questions about health plans or medical needs for the year. If your child requires medication at school, this is a great time to drop it off and take care of any paperwork!

Mrs. Land will also be on hand at the front office—feel free to stop by and drop off lunch money or ask about meal accounts.

In addition, representatives from the Dubois County Health Department and our nurse will be available to answer any questions you may have about required vaccinations for school.

We’re here to help you check a few things off your list before the first day!

Student Cell Phone & Personal Device Expectations

To support learning, minimize distractions, and comply with Indiana law and school board policy, personal electronic devices are not permitted for student use during the school day unless specifically authorized by staff for educational purposes or in emergency situations.

Personal devices include cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds/headphones, gaming devices, and other communication devices. We encourage students to leave these items at home whenever possible.

Bell-to-Bell Expectation:
From arrival until dismissal, all personal electronic devices must be:
• Powered off or silenced
• Stored in a backpack inside the student’s locker
• Kept out of sight throughout the school day

Devices may not be used during class, passing periods, lunch, recess, assemblies, restrooms, or other school activities unless specifically approved by staff.

Exceptions may apply for:
• Medical needs (such as glucose monitoring)
• Supports outlined in a student’s IEP, 504 Plan, or language plan

If a device policy violation occurs:
• 1st Offense: Device confiscated and returned at the end of the school day
• 2nd Offense: Device confiscated; parent/guardian pickup required
• 3rd Offense: Device confiscated, parent pickup required, and after-school detention assigned
• Repeated Violations: Additional administrative consequences may apply

Thank you for partnering with us to create a focused, safe, and distraction-free learning environment for all students.

Communication is important to us! Families will receive a weekly newsletter every Friday afternoon via email and Facebook with updates, reminders, and highlights from the week.

Need to get in touch? Here’s who to contact:

Attendance: Mrs. Holli Land, CCI Administrative Assistant
📧 holli.land@sedubois.k12.in.us | 📞 812-817-0900 ext. 2
Health or medical questions: Mrs. Shelby Hill, School Nurse
📧 shelby.hill@sedubois.k12.in.us
🏥 Present at CCI on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Social/Emotional Support: Mrs. Haylee Hoffman, School Social Worker
📧 haylee.hoffman@sedubois.k12.in.us

We’re always here to support your child and family—please don’t hesitate to reach out!

We want all our students to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn! At CCI, we believe that dressing appropriately helps set the tone for a respectful, focused, and positive learning environment.

We ask that students and families keep a few important things in mind when choosing school attire:

🧼 Dress Should Reflect Health, Safety, and Modesty
Students should come to school dressed in a way that supports cleanliness, safety, and a distraction-free environment. Clothing should be appropriate for school activities and help everyone feel ready to learn.

👖 General Clothing Guidelines

Wear clothes as they’re intended to be worn.
Pants must be free of holes above the knees.
Shorts are allowed in warmer weather but must be longer than mid-thigh.
No tails
No excessive accessories from wrist to elbow--see image below.

👚 Tops and Shirts

Shirts must have capped sleeves and should extend past the waist—no cropped tops, please!
Clothing with inappropriate or disruptive images or language (related to drugs, violence, profanity, etc.) isn’t permitted.

👟 Shoes

Students should wear shoes that are safe and appropriate for school.
On PE days, athletic shoes are required to keep everyone safe and active.

🧢 Hats

Hats are not to be worn inside the school building, but may be worn outside during recess or on special spirit days.

🎒 In Case of a Dress Code Concern
If needed, a student may be asked to change or wear a clothing item provided by the office. In some cases, a parent may be called to help resolve the concern. Repeated issues may result in discipline, but we’ll always aim to handle things respectfully and with student dignity in mind.

👨‍👩‍👧 We appreciate your support in helping our students dress in a way that reflects the pride we all have in CCI!

2026-2027 School Year

8/6CCI Sneak Peek Night 6-7:00 PM

8/10 SED Teacher Day

8/11SED First Day of School

9/7 NO SCHOOL: Labor Day

9/11 CCI Grandparents' Day

9/14-11/13ILEARN Checkpoint 1 Window

9/14 5th Grade Suicide Prevention Presentation

9/16 6th Grade Suicide Prevention Presentation

9/21-9/25 College Go Week

9/24 CCI School Picture Day

10/9 End of Quarter 1/Good Choices Celebration PM

10/13 CCI P/T Conferences

10/15 CCI P/T Conferences

10/19-10/23 NO SCHOOL: SED FALL BREAK

10/26-10/30 Red Ribbon Week

11/10 SED Professional Development Day

11/11CCI: Veteran's Day Program

11/16 CCI: Spell Bowl

11/16-2/5 ILEARN Checkpoint 2 Window

11/25-11/27 NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving Break

12/22 End of Quarter 2/Good Choices Celebration PM No Release Time

12/23-1/5 NO SCHOOL: Winter Break

1/11-2/26 WIDA Window

1/18Snow Make-up Day

2/8-4/9ILEARN Checkpoint 3 Window

2/15 Snow Make-up Day

3/5 End of Quarter 3/Good Choices Celebration PM

3/22-3/26 NO SCHOOL: Spring Break

3/29 Snow Make-up Day

3/29-5/ 7IAM Window

4/12-5/7 ILEARN Summative Window

4/13CCI: Math Bowl

5/7 6th Grade Dance

5/27End of Quarter 4, Last Day of School/CCI Awards Day/CCI Class Competitions

5/29 FPHS Graduation