Corgi Tales | May 2026

Dear Crossroads Community,

The school year is quickly coming to an end. Thank you to our students, staff, and parents for everything you have done to help make our school year a success. We're a team, all in this together. Thanks so much!

Our House Spirit Week is coming up soon. We would love to see students wear the colors of the other Houses so each House can be celebrated. Please see the image below for the order we will celebrate each House.

• Monday, May 11--Wear green to celebrate I'gnosi
• Tuesday, May 12--Wear red to celebrate Mitrata
• Wednesday, May 13--Wear blue to celebrate Onore
• Thursday, May 14--Wear orange to celebrate Sila
• Friday, May 15--Go ALL OUT for your House and wear as much color as possible

Fifth Grade parents, you will be receiving a separate email soon about our end of the year activities, such as the 5th Grade BBQ and our Clap Out on the last day of school.

Please encourage your students to finish the next 3 weeks with determination and grit.

Have an amazing May!

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

damianfay@wsdr4.org

kristenhenson@wsdr4.org

aleishatutterrow@wsdr4.org

P.S. Please remember, if you arrive at school to drop off your child after 8:35 AM, you must go to the front doors near the flagpole and walk them in. Thank you!

We're excited to have some flexibility in our calendar that allows us to move up our last day of school for all students this year. View the updated Academic Calendar on the district website. Read the detailed last day of school information.

One of our Crossroads Building Goals this year is focused on attendance.

The core purpose of having your student at school is so they can benefit from all of the learning opportunities so they can improve and grow!

Help us recognize our progress toward our building attendance goal. Below are the average daily attendance percentages for our building, each grade level, and the top class in each grade level for the month of April.

Crossroads: 93.67%

Kindergarten: 94.66%

Kindergarten Top Class: Mrs. Lawrence, 95.09%

First Grade: 93.83%

First Grade Top Class: Ms. Warden, 96.76%

Second Grade: 93.59%

Second Grade Top Class: Mrs. Nevitt, 94.99%

Third Grade: 94.3%

Third Grade Top Class: Mrs. Kane, 95.62%

Fourth Grade: 93.55%

Fourth Grade Top Class: Mrs. Eidson, 95.6%

Fifth Grade: 92.19%

Fifth Grade Top Class: Ms. Heaton, 94.41%

We celebrated our March Leaders of the Month on April 3. The students were recognized for a variety of reasons, including exceptional behavior, positive attitude, and reaching a goal. We are so proud of the work our students are doing here at Crossroads each and every day!

Wrapping Up a Habit-Forming Year!
As we approach the final days of the school year, it’s incredible to look back and see how much our students have grown. From the first day of school to this final May push, our students have been busy sharpening their saws and setting meaningful goals.

Celebrating Our Victories

This year, we didn't just learn about the 7 Habits—we lived them. We saw students:

• Be Proactive by taking charge of their own learning.

• Put First Things First by balancing academics with chores.

• Synergize to solve problems in the classroom and on the playground.

Summer Mission: Sharpen the Saw

Leadership doesn't take a summer vacation! As we head into the break, we encourage our families to focus on Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw. Staying "sharp" is all about maintaining balance so we can return in the fall refreshed and ready to lead. When the "I'm bored" moments inevitably hit, try using these "Sharpen the Saw" ideas to find balance:

• The Body (Physical): Stay active by swimming, biking, or trying a new healthy recipe together.

• The Brain (Mental): Keep your mind engaged and curious by reading for 20 minutes a day, visiting the library, or picking up a new hobby.

• The Heart (Social): Build your "Emotional Bank Account" by writing a thank-you note or performing a random act of kindness.

• The Soul (Inspirational): Take time to reset by spending time in nature, practicing deep breathing, or journaling.
  
  

Whether your student is Beginning with the End in Mind by planning a summer project or Seeking First to Understand during a family outing, these habits will keep them grounded and energized.

Thank you for a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see our leaders return in the fall!

Teresa Smith, RN, BSN

Crossroads Elementary Clinic

teresasmith@wsdr4.org

636-625-4537, x44233 (phone)

636-445-5234 (fax)

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK MAY 4-8

Help Us Show Major Love — 90s Style!

We’re kicking it old‑school to celebrate our amazing teachers, and you can totally join the party! Grab your scrunchies, neon windbreakers, and generosity — it’s time to make this week all that and a bag of chips.

Ways to Contribute

• Pick up items from our Amazon Wish List — anywhere you shop: Target, Walmart, or your favorite 90s hangout.
• Or shop directly from our Amazon Wish List and have items shipped straight to the school.

Let’s make Teacher Appreciation Week da bomb and show our staff just how fly they really are!

Teacher Favorites can be found here: https://linktr.ee/CRE_Corgis

DINING NIGHT

Tuesday, May 12

4:00-8:00

Chick Fil A

8280 Old Highway N, Lake St. Louis, MO 63367

PTA MEETING

Tuesday, May 12

6:00PM

Crossroads Elementary Library

CORGI STORE!

If you are interested in spirit wear, shop our online Corgi Store

https://crossroads-corgi-store.square.site/

COMMUNICATION!

Keep an eye out for emails, texts and social media posts for more information!

Important links throughout the school year can be found at: https://linktr.ee/CRE_Corgis

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

Be the first to know about the latest WSD happenings by connecting with our school district on social media! Follow Wentzville School District on Instagram @wsdschools for fun and relevant content. You might just stumble upon a spotlight of your student. instagram.com/wsdschools

2026-27 PreK Enrollment Opens:

Feb. 9-13: Currently enrolled and returning Pre-K families and WSD employees.

Feb. 23: All Wentzville School District residents.

To enroll in our tuition-based preschool program, students must be 3 years old by July 31 of the year they are starting preschool.

In past years, families could choose their Early Childhood location. This year, your child’s Early Childhood site will be determined by your home address. Your address falls within an elementary school attendance boundary, and that boundary determines which Early Childhood location your child will attend. If you are unsure which elementary school serves your address, you can find it using the District’s interactive boundary map.

Early Childhood Locations by Elementary School Boundary:

Barfield: Boone Trail, Crossroads, Discovery Ridge, Duello, Green Tree, Prairie View

Samuelson: Heritage, Journey, Lake View, Peine Ridge, Stone Creek, Wabash

For more information or to register, please visit the District enrollment webpage.

Kindergarten Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year.

• All children who will turn five before Aug. 1, 2026, are eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year.

For more information or to register, please visit the District Website.

Morning Drop-Off Procedures

• Drop-off is from 8:20 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. Doors close promptly at 8:35 a.m. If you arrive after this time, please bring your student to the front office to sign them in.

• To keep the line moving efficiently, we ask that drivers remain in their vehicles while staff assist students.

• Walkers may enter through the front or primary hallway entrances. All parents and visitors must enter through the front doors and sign in at the office.

• If you need to bring your child into the building, please use the main parking lot. Parking in the diagonal bus zone slots is strictly prohibited.
  
  

Afternoon Pick-Up Procedures

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 3:00 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.

Please review the arrival and dismissal maps.

• Arrival Procedures

  • Front doors open at 8:20 a.m.

  • 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.

  • Please remember, snow days will affect the menu.

  • All meals will be eaten in the cafeteria.

  • Breakfast is served from 8:20-8:35 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 3:00 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.

  
  

  2025-26 WSD Academic Calendar

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.

Dear Crossroads Elementary Families,

Throughout the duration of the academic year, the Wentzville School District partners with community agencies that specialize in providing students, families, and educators with preventative education. Agency presenters are credentialed, coordinated through the District, and under the supervision of building administrators. Presentation topics are targeted toward specific grade levels. All students will participate in each program, unless you choose to opt your child out of the lesson(s). If you are interested in opting your student(s) out of presentation(s), please click the appropriate link(s) below.

Kindergarten Opt-Out Form

First Grade Opt-Out Form

Second Grade Opt-Out Form

Third Grade Opt-Out Form

Fourth Grade Opt-Out Form

Fifth Grade Opt-Out Form

If you have additional questions, please reach out directly to your student’s school counselor.

Thank you,

Damian Fay, Principal

Kristen Henson, Assistant Principal

Aleisha Tutterrow, Assistant Principal

Amy Walton, Counselor K-2

Tim Burkemper, Counselor 3-5

Wentzville Wow Factor Award

We are feeling extra thankful for amazing staff this month! Has your child's teacher made a significant impact? Do you want to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond? Celebrate a teacher or employee with a Wentzville Wow Factor Award anytime throughout the school year to let them know they are making a difference! Nominate a Staff Member.

Inclement weather & AMI Update

As we approach the colder months, we want to re-share the District communication that has information regarding the WSD's inclement weather procedures for the 2025-26 school year. This year, snow days one and two will be traditional snow days. After our second snow day this year, we will switch to AMI (alternative methods of instruction) for snow days three through seven. Read more on what to expect this winter or view AMI assignments.

Become a School Lunch Hero

Our School Lunch Hero program aims to ensure no child leaves the cafeteria hungry. Donate to our Lunch Hero program to help WSD families struggling to keep up with paying for school breakfast and lunch. Read more about School Lunch Heroes and make a donation.

May 4-8

• Teacher Appreciation Week

May 4

• MAP testing 3rd and 5th grade

May 5

• MAP testing 3rd, 4th and 5th grade

May 6

• MAP testing 3rd and 4th grade

May 7

• MAP testing 3rd, 4th and 5th grade

May 8

• MAP testing 4th and 5th grade

May 11

• Kindergarten Celebration, 6:30pm @ Liberty High School

May 12

• CRE PTA Meeting, 6pm

May 11-15

• CRE House Spirit Week

May 19

• CRE Talent Show

May 20

• Field Day
• 5th Grade BBQ

May 22

• Early Release, Last Day of School