Dear Collegiate Prep Families,

Can you believe it? We are entering the final marking period of the school year, and there are just 6 weeks left until summer break! This is a critical time for our scholars to stay focused, finish strong, and continue building great habits that will carry them into the next grade.

🌟 Please take a moment to review the updates in this week’s SMORE:

📅 Campus Events – We’ve got some exciting things coming up, including STAAR testing dates, end-of-year celebrations, and more! Make sure you’re in the know so your child doesn’t miss a moment.

🎓 AVID Corner – Check out how we’re continuing to build college and career readiness through goal setting, organization, and reflection. Your partnership at home helps reinforce these strategies every day!

Together, let’s make these last weeks meaningful, productive, and fun. Thank you for your continued support—we’re so proud of all our scholars and the growth they’ve shown this year!

With gratitude,

Principal Davis

Updated 4/13/2025

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Updated 4/13/2025

The Grade with the best attendance this week will receive a Free Dress Day on Monday April 21, 2025.

However, those who are chaperoning the PreK-Kinder field trip may still come to campus that morning to Assist with this field trip.

📚 ELAR STAAR Testing – April 15, 2025

Our 3rd–5th grade scholars will take the ELAR STAAR test on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Please ensure your child gets a good night’s rest, arrives on time, and eats a healthy breakfast. Let’s encourage our scholars to do their best and show what they know!

On Testing Dates

April 15

April 22

April 29

Scholars may have free dress on this day or Jeans/Shorts with Prep Spirit Wear.

Free Dress Day will only be for This Tuesday Only!

Free Dress is only for Grades 3-5

Students who are testing may wear comfortable clothing on this day.

Thursday and Friday

ALL (Grades PreK- 5th Grade) Students may wear Shorts/Jeans and a Prep Shirt or College Shirt

Pre-K and Kinder Field Trip

Date: April 15, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM

Field Trip Information is below.

Chaperones/Attendee sign up has closed for this field trip.

1st Grade/2nd Grade

Date: April 29, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM

Field Trip Information is below.

Chaperones/Attendee sign up will close on April 14, 2025 by 1:00 PM.

3rd Grade - Field Trip

Date: April 22, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM

Field Trip Information is below.

Chaperones/Attendee sign up has closed. It closed on April 11, 2025 at1:00 PM.

4th Grade - Field Trip

Date: May 2, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM

Field Trip Information is below.

Chaperones/Attendee sign up will close on April 18, 2025 by 1:00 PM.

5th Grade - Field Trip

Date: May 16, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM -2:00 PM

Field Trip Information is below.

Chaperones/Attendee sign up will close on April 18, 2025 by 1:00 PM.

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How will students be transported to the zoo? Students will ride to the zoo using bus transportation.
Can students bring their own sack lunch? Yes.
Will refunds be issued? No refunds or late payments will be accepted.
Will students receive lunch on this date? Sack Lunch. Parents are welcome to bring a lunch for their scholar.

Comfortable Clothing (Options)

• Shorts and Shirt with Sleeves
• Collegiate Prep Shirt
• Shorts and Prep Shirt

Can Parents attend? Yes, parents can attend the field trip as well. Parents have to pay the admission fee in order to attend.
Parent Transportation: Parents will need to drive themselves and pay 9.00 at the gate for their admission. There may be parking fees as well.
Can parents chaperone the trip? Yes.
You will not be allowed to attend if not completely VOLY approved.

Students must use the provided transportation to and from the field trip venue.

Sign up for Attendance and Chaperones has closed.

Must sign up to attend or chaperone by April 1, 2025

The field trip is on April 29, 2025.

Please fill out the form to indicate if you will be attending this field trip.

Also, please indicate whether or not you are willing to help chaperone students.

Chaperones for student groups will be selected based on the times they sign up.

Parents must sign up and pay by April 14, 2025.

Mypaymentsplus closes on April 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM.

Cost:

$12.00 for Parking

$9.00 for General Admission (for parents)

Why is this cost higher? Due to more students and transportation fees increasing.
What does my Payment include? The cost includes entrance and transportation fees.
Where can we pay? You can pay for the field trip in mypaymentsplus.
How long will we have to pay for the field trip? From March 5, 2025 until April 14, 2025.

How will students be transported to the zoo? Students will ride to the zoo using bus transportation.
Can students bring their own sack lunch? Yes.
Will refunds be issued? No refunds or late payments will be accepted.
Will students receive lunch on this date? Sack Lunch.

Dress Code:

Comfortable Clothing (Options)

• Shorts and Shirt with Sleeves
• Collegiate Prep Shirt
• Shorts and Prep Shirt

Can Parents attend? Yes, parents can attend the field trip as well. Parents have to pay the admission fee in order to attend.
Parent Transportation: Parents will need to drive themselves and pay 9.00 at the gate for their admission. ' There may be parking fees as well.
Can parents chaperone the trip? Yes. (We will send out a sign up form soon)
You will not be allowed to attend if not completely VOLY approved.

Important Student Information:

Students must use the provided transportation to and from the field trip venue.

3rd Grade Field Trip

• Date: April 22, 2025

• Location: Ripleys Believe it or Not (Located in Grand Prairie, Texas)

• Departure & Return Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• Cost: $26.50 (Cost includes transportation and admission prices)

• Transportation: Students will ride the bus to and from the venue.

Special Notes:

• Dress Code: Shorts/Jeans and Collegiate Prep Shirt.

• Lunch: Students will eat sack lunches. Students are able to bring their own lunches as well.

• Permissions slips will be sent home.

• Payment are made in Mypaymentsplus. (Window is open from 3/27/25 to 4/11/2025)

• Payments for student admission are due by April 11, 2025.

• Parent Admission: ($22.99 for Adults) We will provide information

📅 If your child will not be attending, please notify their teacher as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or the front office. We appreciate your support and look forward to an exciting and enriching experience for our students!

Sign up for this event has closed.

Sign up closed on April 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM.

Chaperone and Attendance Sign Up is due by April 18, 2025

📅 4th Grade Field Trip

• Date: May 2, 2025

• Location: Ripleys Believe it or Not (Located in Grand Prairie, Texas)

• Departure & Return Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• Transportation: Students will ride the bus to and from the venue.

• Cost: $29.50 (Cost includes Transportation and Student Admission prices)

Special Notes:

• Dress Code: Shorts/Jeans and Collegiate Prep Shirt

• Lunch: Students will eat sack lunches. Students are able to bring their own lunches as well.

• Permission slips are needed in order for your scholars to attend.

• Payments for admission are made in Mypaymentsplus. (Window is open 3/27/25 to 4/18/2025)

• Payment for student admission is due by April 18, 2025.

• Parent Admission: (22.99 for Adults) We will provide information

If your child will not be attending, please notify their teacher as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or the front office. We appreciate your support and look forward to an exciting and enriching experience for our students!

Must sign up to attend or chaperone by April 18, 2025

Our 5th grade AVID students will embark on an exciting field trip to the University of Texas at Arlington to explore college life and inspire future academic goals. During the visit, students will tour the campus, engage with university students, and learn about the importance of higher education. This experience will give them a glimpse into college opportunities, reinforcing the AVID mission of preparing students for success in higher education and beyond.

Grade Level: 5th Grade Students

Date: April 30, 2025

Cost: Free. Students do not have to pay for this event. (However, the field trip in May will have to be paid for.)

Location: University of Texas at Arilington

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Lunch: Students should be back in time for lunch

Transportation: Students will be taken there by the bus

Chaperones Needed: Yes. (Will send out form soon. We only need 3-5 chaperones for this trip.)

Chaperone Sign Up is Closed

We have reached the number we need.

Chaperone and Attendance Sign Up is due by April 18, 2025

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to share that our students will have the opportunity to participate in upcoming field trips designed to enhance their learning experiences beyond the classroom! These trips will provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities while allowing students to explore new environments with their peers and teachers.

Below are the details for each grade level’s field trip:

📅 5th Grade Field Trip

• Date: May 16, 2025

• Location: Main Event (Located in Grand Prairie, Texas)

• Departure & Return Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• Transportation: Students will ride the bus to and from the venue.

• Cost: $27.00 per student (Cost includes Transportation, Food, Admission prices, and Gaming)

Special Notes:

• Dress Code: Jeans/Shorts and Collegiate Prep Shirt

• Lunch: Students will eat sack lunches. Students are able to bring their own lunches as well.

• Permission slips are needed in order for your scholars to attend.

• Payments for admission are made in Mypaymentsplus. (Window is open 3/17/25 to 4/18/2025)

• Payment for student admission is due by April 18, 2025.

• Parent Admission: (19.95 for Adults. Cost will be paid at the venue.

If your child will not be attending, please notify their teacher as soon as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or the front office. We appreciate your support and look forward to an exciting and enriching experience for our students!

Must sign up for chaperone by April 18, 2025

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🎉 Field Day season is almost here, and it's time to gear up in style! 🎉

Pre-order your 2025 Field Day shirt now and help us bring the energy, spirit, and color to one of our favorite days of the year!

👕 Shirt Price: $10.00
🎨 Grade Level Colors:
🧡 Pre-K – Orange
💙 Kindergarten – Tropical Blue
💛 1st Grade – Yellow
🔵 2nd Grade – Royal Blue
💚 3rd Grade – Green
❤️ 4th Grade – Red
💜 5th Grade – Purple

📏 Sizes Available:
Youth: XS, S, M, L, XL
Adult: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

🗓️ Deadline to order: Friday, April 25th – No Exceptions!
🧾 All orders must be placed and paid through the Cheddar Up link:
👉 https://chcppta2425.cheddarup.com

📸 Be sure to check out the attached image for a sneak peek of the awesome shirt design!

Let’s make this Field Day one to remember — colorful, fun, and full of energy! 💥

Thanks for all you do,

Please click the link below to access the PTA website.

Updated 4/1/2025

Ongoing - No Updates

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.