Happy Sunday Cavalier Families!

As we enter April, we are focusing on two important themes: perseverance and resiliency—both of which are essential as our students prepare for STAAR testing starting next week. Testing can be a stressful time, but with the right mindset and support, our students can rise to the challenge with confidence.

Resiliency is about bouncing back from setbacks and staying determined, even when things get tough. We encourage you to remind your child that their hard work matters, and that effort and persistence lead to growth. A positive attitude, good study habits, and plenty of rest will help them do their best every day.

Here are a few ways you can support your child as they review this week and test over the next 3 weeks:
✅ Encourage regular study and review time.
✅ Ensure they get a good night’s sleep before testing days.
✅ Provide a nutritious breakfast to fuel their focus.
✅ Remind them to take deep breaths and do their best.

We appreciate your partnership in helping our students develop the confidence and resilience they need to succeed—not just on STAAR but in all aspects of life.

Last week, we shared a newsletter with important safety information. You will be able to access that information here for the remainder of the year: https://secure.smore.com/n/m9axj.

One item that has been added since the safety information went out pertains to cups and water bottles. Students are able to bring them to school, but they must be empty and open upon arrival. We have bottle filling stations in each hallway that students may use to get water. Students are also able to bring factory sealed drinks with them as well. Students with liquid or ice in their cups will be required to empty them prior to entering the building.

We greatly appreciate the support of our Cavalier families! If you have any questions or need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are looking forward to a Cav-tastic week with your students!

Christina Harris

Monday, March 31st –

Girls’ Empowerment Night @ CPMS Cafeteria (4:00PM-6:00PM)

Band Instrument Fair @ KHS (5:30PM-8:00PM)

Autism Awareness Month

Month of the Military Child

School Librarian Appreciation Month

Tuesday, April 1st –

Band Instrument Fair @ HHHS (5:30PM-8:00PM)

Wednesday, April 2nd –

Paraprofessional Appreciation Day

Golf Parent Night in cafeteria (6:00PM)

Thursday, April 3rd –

Band and Orchestra Instrument Fair @ CHS (5:30PM-8:00PM)

Academic Achievement Awards @ CPMS Gym (6:00PM) (those who qualified should have received invitations in email and in the mail)

Spirit Wear: College shirt

Friday, April 4th –

School Library Appreciation Day

Spring Fling Dance @ CPMS Cafeteria (4:45PM-7:15PM)

Spirit Wear: Cavalier shirt

Please reach out to our parent liaison, Twila Hill, if you have questions or need assistance. She is here to help our families so that our students are as successful as possible.

Tyanni Burton--Student Volunteer

Tamari Hill--Community Volunteer

Phebe Ramirez-Burton--Family/Adult Volunteer

Tashai Owusu--Staff Volunteer

April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact that stress has on our lives and take steps to manage it effectively. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the demands of school, family, and other responsibilities. However, ignoring stress can lead to a variety of mental and physical health problems.

Purpose

• Raise Awareness – Educate people about the impact of stress on mental and physical health.

• Promote Healthy Coping Strategies – Encourage individuals to adopt effective stress management techniques.

• Reduce Stigma – Help people feel more comfortable discussing stress and seeking support.

• Encourage Workplace & Community Support – Highlight the importance of stress-reducing initiatives in workplaces and communities.

• Empower Individuals – Provide tools and resources to help people take control of their stress levels.

Ways to Reduce Stress

• Practice Mindfulness & Meditation – Engage in deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga to stay present and relaxed.

• Exercise Regularly – Physical activity helps release endorphins, reducing stress and improving mood.

• Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle – Eat a balanced diet, stay hydrated, and get enough sleep to support overall well-being.

• Set Boundaries & Manage Time – Avoid overcommitting and prioritize self-care to reduce overwhelming situations.

• Connect with Others – Talk to friends, family, or professionals for emotional support and stress relief.

This Month's CKH Character Trait: Perseverance: Finish Strong---Give extra effort to make it through the end.

Monday: What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.

Tuesday: Success is no accident; it’s the result of hard work and determination.

Wednesday: Don’t let setbacks define you—let them teach you.

Thursday: The harder the challenge, the greater the reward.

Friday: Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.

The Counseling Office will be doing small group counseling sessions during every grade level lunch on Wednesdays in Room 211. If you would like to your child to participate, please encourage them to get a permission slip from the counseling office or print & fill out the slip below. Our primary focus is effective communication & conflict resolution. For the sessions to be effective, the groups are kept to a maximum of 15 students. New groups begin every 6 weeks to ensure more students are able to participate. Have your student sign-up today!

Please notice the drop off and pick up areas for cars at CPMS. For the safety of our students, please do not drop off in the bus loop.

Parents/Guardians should only be driving in the yellow area indicated on the map.

The red area is for buses only. Parents who enter the red area are putting students and staff at risk as there is limited visibility when buses are present.

Student Code of Conduct cards were sent home this past week. Please make sure that you have read over the SCOC so that you know the expectations for behavior.

Electronic Devices and Pouches – Secondary students will maintain their phone, and all communication devices, in a locked pouch during the school day.

E-cigarettes/Cigarettes

1st Offense Violation:

Students will be assigned one day of ISS and one day of Saturday School. Secondary Students will attend at their home campuses (the curriculum will be provided for all students who attend for cigarette/e-cigarette violations).

If the student fails to attend ISS, Saturday Detention and/or complete the lessons, a due process hearing will be held with a recommendation for DAEP placement for 10 days. Students will be allowed one make up opportunity to complete Saturday Detention.

2nd Offense Violation:

A due process hearing will be held with a recommendation for DAEP placement for 20 days.

Consequences for School Bus Violations:

For school bus safety violations, and for serious violations, as defined in this document, that happen on the bus, the 3rd bus offense shall invoke at least a temporary removal (possibly a permanent removal), and the 4th offense will invoke a bus suspension for the rest of the school year. For students attending a DAEP, the 2nd bus offense will result in permanent bus suspension for the time the student is placed in DAEP; any flagrant bus offense prior to the 2nd violation may result in immediate bus suspension. Students who fight on the bus will be suspended for three days. If after a thorough investigation, fighting is confirmed, then the students involved will be removed from the bus for 30 school days. Under severe circumstances the Director for Transportation Services reserves the right to implement temporary or permanent bus suspension at a date earlier than prescribed by this regulation.

Click below to view the 2024-2025 KISD Student Handbook and the 2024-2025 KISD Student Code of Conduct.

All students will receive free breakfast!

Families must apply for free or reduced lunch.

Click the photo below to complete your application. Lunch will be $3.00 for secondary students.

Welcome to CAV Nation—where we are Cavalier Strong, there are No Excuses and we are Relentless because our future is Limitless. We will Rise above all challenges and Reach our goals because that's the Cavalier Way! We will strive every day to Do Better and Be Better in order to help our students find Success--Nothing Less. Through our actions and our words, we will Make It Count every day!