Walker Weekly

Team,

Please use your time wisely tomorrow to plan high-quality Tier 1 and small group instruction. By the end of the day, all teachers should have solid plans in place for the next three weeks. This is especially important for STAAR-tested grade levels as we continue strong instruction leading up to and following the assessment. Please ensure that all 504, RtI, and SPED documentation is complete and turned in to the appropriate staff.

Important Reminders:

• Do not take anything down in your classrooms—instruction will continue after STAAR.

• Please cover anchor charts and all instructional supports on the walls in preparation.

• We will meet briefly in the cafeteria at 11:00 AM to review a few bullet points.

• Dr. Murry will join us at 11:15 AM.

• Lunch is on your own as soon as Dr. Murry wraps up. Please be back on campus by 1:00 PM.

• This is a full contract day. Staff may leave at 4:00 PM.

Let’s make the most of this time together. Thank you for your continued focus and dedication!

4/7- Student Holiday/ Staff exchange day

4/8- Student Holiday/ Staff Work Day

4/9- Head Start/PK Field Trip

4/9- Donuts with Grownups 7:30-8:00 (hosted by PTO)

4/9- Chalk the Walk 4:00-6:00 (hosted by PTO)

4/9- STAAR Pep Rally

4/10- 3rd-6th Reading STAAR

4/14- PLC

4/15- PLC

4/17- Spring Fun Run (students may sign out early with no penalty)

4/18- Student/Staff Holiday

4/21- No PLC

4/22- 3rd/4th Math STAAR

4/22- 5th Science STAAR

4/24- 5th/6th Math STAAR

4/30- CISD Special Olympics Track Meet

5/2- Kinder Circus

5/5-5/9- Teacher Appreciation Week

5/9- Field Day

5/16- 6th grade Track Meet

5/20- End of Year Awards Assemblies

5/22- 5th & 6th grade Walk

5/22- Early Release/ Last Day of School

5/22- Crandall High School Graduation

As we approach the final stretch leading up to STAAR and the end of the school year, let’s be intentional in every moment and maintain a strong sense of urgency. Our work in PLC is designed to help us collaborate, analyze data trends, and address learning gaps effectively.

Use the strengths of your team members and the collective expertise here at Walker to support student learning. Lean into the PLC process, trust the system, and continue to push for growth. This is a critical time, and every instructional decision we make matters.

Let’s finish strong—our students are counting on us!

Thank you for your dedication and hard work.

WE before ME...It's the Walker Way!

Linked below is the SBOE-Approved Instructional Materials List, which outlines the curriculum approved by the TEA. These are the materials that Walker teachers must use for Tier 1 instruction. Supplemental resources may only be used to support instruction outside of this list must receive prior approval.

If you are using any materials outside of the approved curriculum, those resources must be submitted for review and approval through our Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) department.

This ensures we align with state guidelines and provide consistent, high-quality instruction for all students.

SBOE Approved Instructional Materials List

Thank you for your attention to this important matter!

• Audience: Teachers

• Contact: Kristy Sanders x60061

• Do you want to be a part of the Camp Crandall - Summer 2025 experience? We will engage students in learning and enrichment. Our goal is to grow ALL students. Please complete the attached form if you are interested in this adventure.

• https://forms.gle/PGbTxaJ7osQj7BL78

The math department is excited to start planning our Summer Professional Development 🚢 (cruise) and we want to ensure that we have sessions available that are meaningful and relevant to our K-5 math population!

To help us design professional learning opportunities that best support your needs, we invite you to complete a short survey about your interests, challenges, and preferences for math instruction. Your feedback will help to directly shape the topics, formats, and focus areas for this summer’s learning opportunities.

Click here to take the survey: Elementary Math Professional Development Survey (K-5)

• In planning for summer proffessional development, please see the below information and plan to get your GT hours over the summer.

• Contact: Toni Gibbs x60053

• Per state requirements, all staff who interact with identified gifted students must meet the following certification and training mandates:

• https://www.region10.org/o/r10esc/page/summer-offerings

• 30-hour foundational GT certification for teachers of gifted students

• Annual 6-hour GT update for teachers who have completed their initial certification

• One-time 6-hour administrator and counselor GT training for all campus and district administrators (offered through Region 10) STATE LAW must complete.

• Audience: All Staff

• We are pleased to offer a convenient opportunity for those interested in scheduling a mammogram. The UT Southwestern Mobile Mammography Unit will be on-site at the Smalley Building on April 8th from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM to provide screenings for CISD staff and their families.

• Smalley Building: 999 W. Highway 175 - Crandall, TX 75114

• If you would like to schedule an appointment, please reach out as soon as possible to secure your spot. You can schedule by calling UT Southwestern at 214-645-2560 or 866-277-0710.
• Please see the attached flyer for additional details. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Angela Thomas at athomas@crandall-isd.net or ext. 60013.

• Audience: campuses

• Contact: Amanda Roberts x60104

• National Volunteer Week 2025 is April 20–26. It’s a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers. Organizations often host events and share appreciation throughout the week.

• Ideas for Appreciation:

• Handwritten notes

• Volunteer spotlights

• Thank-you videos

• Special meals or assemblies

• Gift cards or swag

• Let’s celebrate those who give their time and make a difference!

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Keith Chapman x60105

• After discussion and data collection, we will be adjusting the deployment of the Support (Classroom Panic) Buttons that are on telephones throughout the district.

• We have added an additional button on every classroom telephone labeled Reception, it will call the campus receptionist when pressed.

• Remember, the SUPPORT button is only to be used in an emergency situation. The campus police officer will be the first one to the room when the button is pressed.

• As a reminder, the exact same alerts will be sent if you dial 911 from any phone in the district.

• Attachment: Phone Display

Please refer to more detailed handout provided on 8/7/24.

Your badge MUST be used at an access point to disarm the alarms in the building.... even if you are not entering the building and going to the portables. The alarm will still sound. If you happen to set the alarm off, please make sure to contact Mrs. McCullar or myself.

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Shenise Tett x61309

• Helping Hands has reached out and is wanting to serve hot meals to students during after school activities on campus.

• No decision on partnership has been made, however, if this is of interest to your campus please reach out to me for more information.

• Attachment: After School Program Flier

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Shenise Tett x61309 stett@crandall-isd.net

• Our partnership with LoveBond Behavior Health has ended as of this month. This partnership provided on site counseling services with a licensed therapist. If parents have questions in regards to services, please use the following language to communicate this change: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, LoveBond has closed its doors at this time. In order to support the continuation of care for your student, please reference the following outside counseling community resource guide (attached in the email). We can also assist with connecting your student with services through 211, Link Kaufman, as well as the TCHATT through our district. We are more than happy to assist in finding the counseling service that will best fit your student's needs."

• Counselors have reached out to families that were receiving this service and will work with them to make sure they have a continuation of care. Let me know if you have any questions.

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Shenise Tett x661309

• We are in need of plastic grocery bags to help with bagging food during our Free Food Fridays.

• If anyone has any they can spare, please deliver them to Central Office.

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Dr. Amber Teamann x60112

• Per Eduphoria support, kiosk mode should not be used as it is no longer supported.

New Process:
Students will access tests using the Student Testing URL:
🔗 https://crandall.schoolobjects.com/student?org=CRA-21022356-678
Once students log in and select their test, Lockdown Browser will launch automatically—no kiosk mode needed.

Classlink Shortcut:
The Eduphoria AWARE Online Testing app has been pushed out to students via Classlink.
This app is simply a shortcut to the Student Testing URL above—it does not mean students are “logging into the test through Classlink.”

Teachers can also provide students with the direct URL to type in, but pointing out the Classlink shortcut may save time.

❗Why the Change?
Kiosk mode behaves differently across Chromebook models and updates, making it difficult to troubleshoot and causing disruptions during testing. Transitioning to the supported method ensures smoother, more reliable testing for everyone.

• Please help share this update to avoid confusion during testing season. Consistent guidance is key!

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Dr. Amber Teamann x60112

• As you continue creating engaging and flexible learning spaces, please keep in mind that our classroom technology infrastructure is not as easily adjustable.

• Items such as computers, BenQ boards, phones, and network cables are carefully installed to ensure optimal performance, connectivity, and safety. Moving this equipment can result in service interruptions, potential damage, or even safety hazards—especially when cords are left exposed.

• To summarize:
  ✔️ Movable: Desks, chairs, bookshelves, and other non-tech furniture
  ❌ Non-Movable: Technology setups including computers, BenQ boards, phones, and any network cabling

• Thank you for your cooperation in preserving the integrity of our tech while still cultivating dynamic and student-centered classrooms!

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Keith Chapman x60105

• If you lose your badge, you'll need to enter a ticket so that we are able to deactivate its access.

• You will then to go to the Administration building where they will create you a new ID/badge.

• Moving items

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Pete Delgado x61202

• The Maintenance department is here to be responsive to campuses when needs arise, but the primary job of the department is to maintain facilities and fix issues that arise.

• Moving items from location to location is secondary and only when necessary to the campus.

• Please do not enter work orders for items to be moved around the campus.

• Pay dates for 2024-25

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Barbie Galofaro x60014

• Bi-Weekly Pay Dates, Monthly Pay Dates

• Crandall ISD Education Foundation 9th Annual Gala

• Audience: All Staff

• When? Apr 5, 2025

• Contact: Nicole Tudor x50045

• Join us for the 9th Annual Gala, an evening of celebration, community, and making a difference!

• This year's theme is Boots, Buckles and Bubbly, so dress to impress with your best western flair.

• Enjoy delicious food, DJ, exciting raffles, live auction, and more as we come together to support the Crandall ISD Education Foundation. Don't miss this unforgettable night!

• Attached you will find the flyer for more. If you would like to come please contact Nicole Tudor at ntudor@crandall-isd.net

• Attachment: EdFound Gala Flier

• Audience: All Staff

• Contact: Nicole Tudor ntudor@crandall-isd.net x50045

• Paradise Awaits!

• It’s that time of year! The Foundation has teamed up with Splash Kingdom to bring you the Paradise Island Pass for just $40—but only during February!

• Starting March, the price goes UP, so don’t wait! This is the perfect time to grab waterpark passes for your students and get ready for a summer of fun!

• Act now—February only!

• Get yours today!

• Flyer

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• Audience: All Staff, High School Counselors

• Contact: Nicole Tudor ntudor@crandall-isd.net x50045

• Build a better tomorrow one brick at a time! The Leadership Kaufman County Class of 2025 Has a project they are working on. Their hope is to reach the parents of graduates to purchase a brick for their senior, although anyone can purchase a brick. Attached you will find the flyer with the information to purchase a brick. Here is a link to a presentation with more details.

• Promotion

• Flyer

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