Cheetah Chatter Parent Update

CORE VALUES of CDES: Community, Relationships, Equity, Excellence

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to work together to support students as they grow in the areas of academics, socio-emotional awareness and mental health. We will strive to prioritize community, relationships, equity, and excellence for all students.

Tuesday, November 10th is Grandparents Day and Our Veterans Day Program🪖

Chapel Families-

We are excited to welcome our grandparents, "grand friends", and veterans to Chapel District Elementary School for a special day Tuesday celebrating the important role they play in the lives of our students! A reminder that this day is for GRANDPARENTS only and that our Parents Day is scheduled for March 25, 2027. Parents who are veterans will be permitted to attend our Veterans Day Program! All visitors must bring a valid ID to attend. Any other questions, please email Dr. Clow (kari.clow@talbotschools.org).

Please review the following information to help make your visit enjoyable and memorable.

Our Veterans Day Program will take place in the cafeteria from 9:30–10:30 a.m. Visitors may begin arriving at 9:00 a.m. through the gymnasium entrance to secure seating.

We look forward to honoring the veterans in our school community as our students share a special program recognizing their service and sacrifice.

Veterans will be recognized throughout the program.
Grandparents and veterans are welcome to attend.
Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and seating.

Arrival & Check-In

All visitors must enter through the exterior gym entrance between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m.
Visitors arriving after 9:30 a.m. should enter through the school's main entrance.
Please bring a valid photo ID. All visitors will be required to check in.
Grandparents and visitors who arrive early may sit in the cafeteria/gym to reserve a seat for the program.

Visiting Classrooms

Following the Veterans Day Program, beginning at approximately 10:30 a.m., grandparents are welcome to accompany their grandchildren back to the classroom. Teachers will have activities and opportunities for visitors to spend meaningful time with their students.

Lunch with Your Grandchild

Grandparents are welcome to join their grandchildren for lunch or sit at any available tables during their grandchild’s lunch period. Adult lunches are available for purchase for $4.00 and will include the same menu options as students.

Pictures With Your Grandchildren

Our Grandparents Club will be sponsoring professional pictures through Ashley McHenry Photography. Pictures may be taken 9:00-9:30 or anytime 10:30-1:00 in the main hallway in the alcove by the ramp. Each family will receive a complimentary photo from the Grandparents Club.

Parking

Available visitor parking may include the main parking lot, gravel lot, ball fields, and bus loop (after 9:00 a.m. for the bus loop, as not to interfere with buses).

Student Dismissal

Grandparents are encouraged to sign their grandchildren out if they plan to leave with them following their visit. A sign-out sheet will be available in the front lobby. All visitors will be asked to leave the building by 1:00 p.m.

We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate the special relationships between our students and the grandparents, grandfriends, and veterans who support them. Thank you for being part of our Chapel District Elementary School family!

We look forward to a wonderful day together!

Dr. Kari Clow & the CDES Staff

Dr. Kari M. Clow
Proud Principal
Chapel District Elementary School

Important Dates & Events

11/9- Q1 Report Cards emailed
11/10- CDES Veterans Day Program 9:30 a.m. & Grandparents Day 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
11/12- No School for Students (Teacher Inservice)
11/13- NO School- TCPS Buildings Closed for Waterfowl Festival
11/17- Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting- 5:00 p.m. Zoom
11/17- PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. (childcare provided for this meeting only)
11/20- PTO Indoor Holiday Movie Night 6-8 p.m.
11/25-11/29- TCPS Schools Closed- Thanksgiving Break
12/2- Themed Tree Ornaments Due for Grade Level Trees
12/5- Breakfast With Santa 8:30-11:00 a.m. @ CDES
12/10- CDES Winter Concert at EHS (K-5th) 6:00 p.m.

Chapel Kids Care Food Drive Starts 11/2 and Runs Through 11/19!

Family Guide to TCPS Elementary Grading

CDES Lunch Menu

MySchoolBucks (Click To Add Funds to Your Child's Lunch Account)

CDES Family Handbook 26-27

TCPS 26-27 Calendar (English)

TCPS 26-27 Calendar (Spanish)

Playground Brick Fundraiser

Calling all Chapel Cheetah students, parents, families, alumni, and community! Would you like to be a part of our Chapel legacy? Consider participating in our "That's My Brick" CDES PTO fundraiser and have your custom brick part of our new playground pathway! All funds raised will go directly to our PTO! You may order online at: thatsmybrick.com/ChapelDESPTO

Click to Purchase an Engraved Playground Brick

School Attendance is Important!

10.2AR - TCPS Attendance Policy

Tips for Balanced Screen Time

Less Screen More Seen Parent Workshop Presentation

Important Upcoming Dates- Mark Your Calendar!

November

11/10- CDES Veterans Day Program 9:30 p.m. & Grandparents Day 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
11/12- No School for Students (Teacher Inservice)
11/13- NO School- TCPS Buildings Closed for Waterfowl Festival
11/17-11/21- American Education Week
11/17- Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting- 5:00 p.m. Zoom
11/17- PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. (childcare provided for this meeting only)
11/20- PTO Indoor Holiday Movie Night 6-8 p.m.
11/25-11/29- TCPS Schools Closed- Thanksgiving Break

December

12/2- Grandparents Club Meeting 6:00 p.m. Media Center
12/5- Breakfast With Santa @CDES 8:30-11:00 a.m.
12/8-12/10- Penguin Patch by GPC (Students May Purchase Holiday Gifts for Family)
12/9- BOE Meeting 7:00 p.m.
12/10- CDES Winter Concert @ EHS 6:00 p.m.
12/21-1/3- TCPS Winter Break- Schools Closed