Cherokee Wolf Pack News

Dear Cherokee Families,

It’s officially December, and the winter season is in full swing at Cherokee! As we enjoy these three weeks before break, we’re focusing on reading every day, putting in our best effort, and being here consistently so students can shine.

Dr. C

Please see the schedule below for our Checkpoint testing dates. To help students do their best, please be sure they:

• Get a good night’s rest the evening before testing.

• Eat a healthy breakfast (at home or at school)

• Arrive on time each day.

Testing Dates:

Thursday, December 11: Writing for Grades 2-5

Monday, December 15: ELA for Grades 2-5

Tuesday, December 16: Math for Grades 2-5

Wednesday, December 17: Science for Grades 3-5

Thank you for your support in helping our students shine!

Get ready for our Cherokee Countdown to Winter Break! Please see the calendar below for our dress-up days. Participation is optional, and all clothing and accessories should remain school-appropriate and safe. We can’t wait to enjoy a fun and festive December with our Wolf Pack!

Half Day of School – 12/19/2025

School will dismiss at 11:30 on Friday, December 19, 2025. Please communicate your student's dismissal plan to their teacher.

School will be closed for Winter Break from Monday, December 22, 2025, to Monday, January 5, 2026. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

We hope you have a restful and safe winter break with your students and families.

Half Day

Educare will be open on a regular schedule for the half day, Friday, Dec. 19th (no sign-up needed for this day).

Winter Break Schedule

Educare will be open during Winter Break on Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30, and Jan. 2 and 5th.

Students must be signed up to attend on these dates and bring a packed lunch. Parents, the sign-up sheet is in Educare, and you can see an Educare staff member for assistance with this.

*Please note, only students who are already enrolled in Educare can sign up for Winter Break dates. You can sign up for Educare by coming to the office to pick up a packet. If you have questions, please contact our Educare Director, Mrs. Tina Rice, by calling 423-434-5296.

Cherokee Staff Lunch

Cherokee PTA will host a special lunch for our amazing teachers and staff on Friday, December 19, at 12:00 PM!

We’d love your help to make this event a success. Please visit bit.ly/lunchDec25 to donate an item or volunteer at the event.

Thank you for helping us show our appreciation for the incredible Cherokee team!

Art to Remember

We’re excited to share that Art to Remember orders have arrived! Items will be delivered to classrooms and sent home this week. If you placed an order for your student’s artwork, please keep an eye out for it.

PTA Meeting

PTA will have its monthly meeting in the library at 4 PM on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

💛🐺 Be Part of the Pack — Join the Cherokee PTA! 🐺💛

Your voice, your ideas, your support — they all make a difference for our students!
Sign up today and help us make Cherokee stronger. 💪📚

• PTA Board Meetings will be held on the second Tuesday of the month in the Library.
• 👉 Join here: https://cesjc.givebacks.com/shop

Girl Scouts is hosting a free event on December 12. Please see the picture for information.