Greetings Prep Families,

I hope you are all doing well today and having a great weekend. Please see the updates from this week's newsletter.

Respectfully,

Principal Davis

Updated 2/23/2025

Updated 2/23/2025

Updated 2/23/2025

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Marshall served as the NAACP's chief counsel, where he won 29 out of 32 cases before the Supreme Court. In 1967, he was appointed to the Supreme Court, where he served until his retirement in 1991. Known for his dedication to civil rights and equality, Marshall's legacy continues to inspire the fight for justice and social change.

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Updated 2/23/2025

Dear Staff, Students, and Parents,

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your kind prayers and congratulations on the birth of our new child. Your support means so much to our family during this special time.

I plan to return to work this week and will be catching up on emails as I was on leave. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

With appreciation,

Principal Davis

The 4th marking period ended on February 21, 2025.

Grades will be posted on your student's skyward on February 28, 2025.

5th Marking Period Information

5th Marking Period Dates:

(Begins) February 24, 2025 - (Ends) April 11, 2025

5th Marking Period Progress Report Dates:

February 24, 2025 - March 21, 2025

Dress Up Days Below:

It’s time to start preparing for the 2025 National Read Across America Week. Read Across America Week is celebrated from March 2 to 6 — it begins on the birthday of the beloved author, Dr. Seuss. The National Education Association (N.E.A.) aims to encourage reading and educate people about its benefits, especially among children and young adults.

If you are interested in reading to scholars on during our celebration of Read Across America Week, please click the link below and view the times and sign up.

Important Note: Readers must be approved in VOLY in order to read to scholars.

Spring Break is two weeks away.

March 9, 2025 - March 15, 2025

TheTexas State Assessment, known as STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness), is an annual standardized test for students in grades 3 through 12. It measures their knowledge and skills in core subjects like reading, math, science, and social studies. The results help evaluate student progress and determine whether they meet the state’s educational standards. It's an important tool for ensuring that students are on track for success in their academic journey.

Dear Parents,

As we move through the 5th grading period, we are placing a strong focus on intervention and preparation for the upcoming STAAR assessments. We understand that this time can feel challenging for both students and families, but please know that we are here to support your child every step of the way.

This period is incredibly important for reinforcing the key skills and strategies that students need to succeed on the STAAR test. That’s why attendance and being on time are so critical right now. Every lesson and every moment spent in class makes a difference in helping students feel confident and prepared. We truly believe that the more consistent your child’s participation is, the more successful they will be in this important phase of their academic journey.

We know that each student is unique, and we are committed to offering individualized support to meet their specific needs. We encourage you to stay actively involved in this process by checking in with your child, supporting their learning at home, and reaching out to us if you have any concerns. It’s essential that we all work together to guide students toward success.

We understand that balancing schoolwork with everything else in life can be challenging, but your support and encouragement during this time will have a profound impact on your child’s confidence and performance. Please know that we are here for you and your child, and we will continue to provide the guidance and resources necessary to help them succeed.

Thank you for your continued partnership in this important time of preparation. Together, we can help your child achieve their best and feel ready for the STAAR test.

With appreciation,

Ronnie B. Davis Jr.

Principal

Dear Parents,

We are excited to inform you about the upcoming AVID project that students will be completing in March 2025. This project will provide them with an opportunity to apply the skills they have been learning in class and explore important concepts in a hands-on way.

Please take a moment to review the project details through the link below, which outlines what students will be working on. We encourage you to engage with your child about the project to support their learning and growth.

March 2025 AVID Project Link: Click here to view the project

Thank you for your continued support in fostering your child's educational development!

Best regards,

March 4, 2025

The 4th grade musical is March 4th. That will be here soon! We already began working on the show. Here is the email I sent the parents.

The Collegiate Prep Elementary 4th Grade Presents

“The Stonecutter: A Japanese Folktale”

The 4th grade students of Collegiate Prep Elementary will be performing a play called “The Stonecutter:

Attire for the Program (Students provide their own costumes)

James class: Red or Pink tops, Khaki bottoms

Daily: Colorful tops, Khaki bottoms or Traditional Japanese attire

Smith: Traditional Japanese Attire or White tops and khaki bottoms

Mejia: Blue or White Tops, Khaki bottoms

Arrival Times and Location

Students will arrive at Collegiate Prep at 5:45pm. They should report to their teacher’s room and be already dressed and prepared to perform.

Speaking Parts

There are no speaking parts. Each class will act out their scene and play instruments. There will also be dancing and singing. One student will act the part of Tasaku, the main character, but he will be chosen within the next week. I will make sure to email that parent.

Please email me at elaine.williams@chisd.net or call me at Collegiate Prep at 972-293-4502 ext.6336 if you have any questions. I sincerely appreciate your participation and I look forward to a wonderful program with the students.

Sincerely,

Elaine Williams-Music Teacher

Picture day will be held on February 26, 2025. Scholars will follow a scheduled arrangement for their photos. Scholars may wear their best attire, and please ensure that shirts feature appropriate language and have sleeves on them.

Students may also wear their school uniform again if they choose.

• Tutoring will start soon.
• We will keep you posted on the February 20, 2025 date.
• We are reviewing data from assessments and student performance to determine students that may qualify for additional intervention after school.
• You will receive letters soon to inform you of the schedule.

This event has been rescheduled to February 27, 2025

The Collegiate Prep Elementary 3rd Grade Presents

“Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters”

An African Folktale

The 3rd grade students of Collegiate Prep Elementary will be performing a play called “Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters.” The program will be Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:30pm in the auditorium. There are several things each parent needs to know in order for the program to be a success.

Attire for the Program

I want students to dress in African attire. This may include African print dresses, blouses, pants, or headdress. Boys may wear all black with an African print accessory like a sash or head piece as well. Any form of African dress or attire is encouraged.

Arrival Times and Location

Students will arrive at Collegiate Prep on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 5:45pm. They should report to their teacher’s room and be already dressed and prepared to perform.

Please email Mrs. Elaine Williams at elaine.williams@chisd.net or call at Collegiate Prep at 972-293-4502 ext.6336 if you have any questions.

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2/23/2025

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How to Donate

• :Please send supplies with your scholar to give to their homeroom teacher, or drop them off in the donation box in the front office at your convenience. Every contribution makes a difference!

Prefer to donate instead?

• Let us do the shopping for you! Visit the link below to make a monetary contribution or scan the QR code.
• https://bit.ly/3ZBnr7R
• If you have any questions, please reach out to us at questions@chcppta.org.

Thank you, Prep Family and PTA members! Your generosity and involvement help make this school year a success — we couldn’t do it without you!

Visit www.chcppta.org for more details and other ways to get involved.

Please click the link below to access the PTA website.

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Academic Calendar

No Updates

You may eat lunch with your scholar on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

Please ensure that you or anyone else that is coming is listed on your students guardian contact information.

Please view the maps below to get more information about the arrival and dismissal process.

Bus Assignments

Each scholar, new or returning, must register for Transportation services through their student skyward account. Students will only be scheduled on one school bus to one primary residential address.

A non-eligible student may not ride on a school bus unless they have received a Temporary Scholar pass from the home campus principal or other designated administrator.

Arrive at Pick-Up 5 Minutes Early

Times posted on this site reflect the expected time the bus should arrive during good weather. Inclement weather or traffic congestion may cause the route to run later than the posted time. We ask that all students be at their bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled time to avoid missing the bus.

Transportation Facility

Kim Lewis Offices

202 E. Beltline Rd.
Cedar Hill, TX 75104

469.272.2080

Email: transportation@chisd.net
Follow us on twitter @CHISDTransport

Regular School Hours
Monday - Friday
5:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Dropping Off Kindergarten-2nd Grade Students

Parents or a documented designee must be at the bus stop to receive students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd grade. If no one is there to receive the student, the student will be returned to the campus.

It is the responsibility of the parent to see that students who are returned to school are picked up. Any student returned three times will have his or her riding privileges suspended for the remainder of the school year.

Designated Stop/Changes

Students will be picked up and dropped off at the student’s designated bus stop. Only one location for pick-up and drop-off will be allowed.

Consequences for Violation of Conduct:

The school bus is an extension of the classroom and campus, and discipline will be administered by campus administrators. All school board policies that apply to student conduct and other student-related activities apply to the school bus.

1. The driver may pull the bus over and stop to safely manage student behavior.

2. If the student refuses to comply with a reasonable request, the driver will report the incident to the Assistant Director or Director upon returning to the Transportation Department.
3. The Operations Supervisor shall investigate the incident and notify the driver of the action taken.

Note: In the case of serious misconduct that endangers the safety of other students or the driver, the student(s) may be removed from the bus by any school official or law enforcement official.

The district has updated our Academic Calendar for the upcoming school year. Spring Break has been changed. Spring Break will now be observed from March 10-14, 2025, moving up one week earlier from the previously scheduled dates of March 17-21, 2024.