Corgi Tales | July 2025

Dear Crossroads community,

Hello! We hope you and your families have been enjoying summer break.

Our staff will officially report back on Aug. 11 for our back-to-school staff meeting. We look forward to welcoming students and parents back into the building for our annual meet-the-teacher night on Aug. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. This event is for kindergarten through fifth grade students and their families.

Please don’t forget — the first day of school is Monday, Aug. 18. It’s going to be a wonderful 24th year for Crossroads!

Enjoy the last few weeks of your summer.

Dr. Damian Fay, Ms. Kristen Henson and Mrs. Aleisha Tutterrow

damianfay@wsdr4.org

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Dear Crossroads Families,

My name is Aleisha Tutterrow, and I am honored and excited to officially join the Crossroads Elementary team as a new Assistant Principal! I am genuinely looking forward to connecting with all of you and contributing to the success and well-being of every student in our wonderful community.

For the past six years, I have had the privilege of teaching within the Wentzville School District. My passion lies in creating vibrant environments where every child can shine academically, socially, and emotionally! I wholeheartedly believe that a strong school thrives on a strong community, and I am dedicated to building meaningful connections.

On a personal note, my husband and I are the proud parents of two fantastic boys, ages 13 and 10, along with our energetic Boston Terriers! Education runs deep in our family, as my husband is also a teacher and coach in the district. We love sports, exploring new destinations through travel, and enjoying a good movie together.

I look forward to meeting many of you in the coming weeks and months—whether at school events, community gatherings, or around town. Please don’t hesitate to reach out or introduce yourself; I would love to connect!

Here’s to an exciting year ahead!

Sincerely,
Aleisha Tutterrow

Administrative Team

• Aleisha Tutterrow, Assistant Principal

Health Services

• Teresa Smith, Nurse

Second Grade Teachers

• Holly Boston

• Hannah First

Fourth Grade Teachers

• Kelsey Fletcher

• Madalyn Walker

Fifth Grade Teacher

• Jimmy Evrard

Special Area Teachers

• Nathan Prater – Music/Computer

• Zach Johnson – PE/Computer

• Leticia Lopez-Campos – ELL

Get ready for an exciting adventure — the countdown to kindergarten has officially begun! We’re thrilled to welcome you and your child. 🎉

To help you and your little one prepare for this exciting new chapter, we've created a special message from Dr. Fay. You can watch this message by clicking on this link: "Welcome to Kindergarten" . It's full of wonderful information and helpful tips to ensure your child has the most fantastic start to their school journey!

You can view the presentation slides without Dr. Fay's message by clicking on this link: "Welcome to Kindergarten". We're eagerly looking forward to connecting with you and your child at our upcoming meet-the-teacher event!

2025-26 School Calendar

• WSD 2025-26 Academic Calendar
  

2025-26 School Supply List

• WSD School Supply Lists

District Bus Transportation Information

• Families will receive an email with transportation details on or after Aug. 7.

Teacher Assignments

• Teacher assignments will be available to families on Aug. 1.

• Log in to Focus School Software on Aug. 1 after 4 p.m. to view your child’s teacher.

• Watch for an email from your child’s teacher between 5 and 8 p.m. that same day.

• All required forms must be completed in Focus before schedules can be accessed.

• Families will receive an email from the district when Focus is open for form completion.

Meet the Teacher Night: K-5

• Aug. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m.

First Day

• Monday, Aug. 18 — We can’t wait to welcome the students!

We understand and appreciate how much our students and staff look forward to back-to-school events like meet-the-teacher night. These opportunities to connect are important for many reasons. Not only do they serve as an introduction for students and families to their teachers and school staff, but they also allow families to explore the classroom, locate student desks, and meet new friends.

Meet-the-Teacher Night will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. This event is for all kindergarten through fifth grade students and their families. This is a time for you and your child to meet the teacher, drop off school supplies, and get familiar with the classroom.

Please note: this is not a time for individual conferences or detailed discussions about your child. If you’d like to share specific information or speak with your child’s teacher, we encourage you to reach out via email to schedule a time to connect.

***Flyers will be available at Meet the Teacher Night***

Event Details

• Game: San Francisco Giants vs. St. Louis Cardinals

• Date: Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025

• Time: 1:15 p.m. (day game)

• Location: Left Field Pavilion, Sections 361–372

Ticket Information

• Regular price: $47

• Your cost: $25 per ticket

• Tickets available: Only 300

• Order deadline: Friday, Aug. 22 (ticket order form and payment due)

Included with Each Ticket

• Jumbo hot dog and soda (a $13 value)

• Special giveaways for kids 15 and younger:

  • Build-A-Bear Day (first 10,000 fans, age 15 and younger)

  • Kids Run the Bases (kids 15 and younger can run bases after the game)

If you have any questions about medication or health services, contact: teresasmith@wsdr4.org

The WSD plans to host the 15th Annual Back to School Fair for District families on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 8-11 a.m. at Liberty High School. The event is intended to get school supplies in the hands of WSD students who need them the most.

The event is free for District families and will feature dozens of vendors, free school supplies, games and fun activities for children.

While the event is free, families are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to Operation Food Search, which serves local families in need. For more information, visit the WSD website: Back to School Fair Information

This information is available in multiple languages, visit this document: Back to School Fair Translated Information

Welcome Back, Corgis!

We’re excited to begin another school year! The Crossroads Elementary PTA is a group of parents and staff who work together to enhance students’ academic experience and support our school community.

Join the PTA - The best way to support the PTA is to become a member. Click the link below to complete the form and pay the $10 membership fee via the PayPal Giving Fund: Join the PTA

Membership carries no obligation, but we hope you’ll attend meetings and share your voice. Our first general PTA meeting is scheduled for Sept. 9, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the CRE library.

Volunteer - The PTA is planning a full year of fun, family-oriented events. We’re always in need of volunteers to help plan, set up, participate in, and clean up at events. We know everyone’s time is limited — every bit helps.

Corgi Store - Interested in spirit wear? The online Corgi Store is always open: Visit the Corgi Store

Items will also be available for purchase during Meet-the-Teacher Night.

Upcoming Events - Party on the Playground is scheduled for Sept. 19. Mark your calendars — more information to come.

Stay Connected - Watch for updates via email, text, and social media. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events.

All car riders and daycare van riders will go to the gym at the end of the day. Once in the gym, a staff member will call students’ names over the radio for them to come out to meet their vehicle. A staff member will escort students to each car.

Important: Parents are no longer allowed to walk up to pick up their children. Please use the car pick-up line.

Bright blue car tags will be distributed at Meet-the-Teacher Night. If you are unable to attend, tags will be sent home with students on the first day of school. Please check with the office if you need a car tag. USE A THICK MARKER TO FILL THESE OUT.

When driving through the car lanes, please display the bright blue car tag on your dashboard where names can be easily seen. If you do not have a car tag, staff will need to check your ID, contact the office for clearance, and then call your child. This process slows down pick-up for everyone.

A few additional reminders:

• Dismissal changes will not be accepted after 3 p.m.

• Student safety is our top priority. Because 3:20 p.m. is a busy time, we cannot allow office checkouts after 3:20 p.m. Please plan accordingly.

• If your child is a walker but will become a car rider due to inclement weather, you are responsible for notifying the school. We no longer send text messages about rainy-day dismissals.

All parents are expected to have the bright blue car tags ready by Aug. 20.

Please review the arrival and dismissal maps below:
Arrival Map

Dismissal Map

First Day Arrival Procedures

• If you are driving your child to school on the first day, you are welcome to park and walk them into the building.

• Front doors open at 8:20 a.m.

• For the first five days of school, parents may walk students into the building without signing in at the office.

• Beginning Monday, Aug. 25, parents will no longer be permitted to walk students to their classrooms.
  
  

Cafeteria Information

• View the Child Nutrition page on the district website

• All meals will be eaten in the cafeteria.

• Breakfast is served from 8:20 to 8:35 a.m.
  
  

Buying Lunch

• Students will enter a lunch PIN number.

• Teachers will have a card with each student’s PIN number for the first few weeks.

• Teachers will also send home the PIN number and a practice number pad.
  
  

Bringing Lunch

• Please label all lunch bags with your child’s name.

• Send items that your child can open independently.

• Any unopened items will be thrown away for health and safety reasons.
  
  

Recess Information

• Recess is supervised by classroom teachers and noon-duty staff.

• Dress your child appropriately for the weather.

• Label all clothing items with your child’s name.

• Please avoid parking along the playground fence.

• Visitors are not allowed on the playground during recess.
  
  

Tips From the Office

• All adults visiting Crossroads must sign in at the office and wear a visitor sticker.

• Please bring your driver’s license to check in using our Raptor visitor management system.

  • Raptor will scan your ID, take a photo, and check information against sex offender databases and any district-restricted lists.

  • Approved visitors will receive a printed badge to wear while in the building.

• Call the office by 9:15 a.m. if your child will be absent.

• If your child arrives after 8:35 a.m., please walk them into the office.

• Notify the office of any dismissal changes by 3 p.m.

• Students cannot be checked out from the office after 3:20 p.m.

• Be sure to update your contact information with the office if anything changes.

Parent Portal - Focus Information

Focus School Software Parent Portal

2025-26 School Calendar

• WSD 2025-2026 Academic Calendar
  

2025-26 School Supply List

• WSD School Supply Lists

Meal Prices for 2025–26

• Breakfast (Grades K–12): $2.00
• Elementary Lunch (Grades K–5): $3.10
• Reduced-Price Meals:
• Breakfast: $0.30
• Lunch: $0.40
  
  

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications

Applications for free and reduced-price meals are available on the WSD Free and Reduced informational page or at any school office.

To support families transitioning back to paid meals, the USDA has increased the income guidelines used to determine eligibility. You can view the USDA Income Eligibility Guidelines for Free and Reduced-Price Meals.

If you believe your family qualifies, please complete an application. You can return the application by:

• Bringing it to your child’s school

• Scanning and emailing it to marysanzottera@wsdr4.org

• Faxing it to 636-327-3961

• Mailing it to:
  Child Nutrition Services
  101 Support Service Drive
  Wentzville, MO 63385
  
  

Need Help? If you have questions or need assistance completing the application, please call Child Nutrition Services at 636-327-3858, ext. 21330.