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Calhoun Ranger Report - 5/1

Calhoun Ranger Report - 5/1
Calhoun RangerReport - 5/1

📒 A Note From Ms. Sara Anderson 📒 A Note From Ms. Sara Anderson

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Dear Calhoun Early Childhood School Families,


As we head into Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week next week, I’ve found myself reflecting on something many of us share: that one teacher who made a lasting impact on our lives.


For me, that teacher was Mr. Rogers. I was fortunate enough to have him as my teacher in both 4th and 6th grade, and to this day, I still carry his influence with me. What made him unforgettable wasn’t just what he taught, but how he made us feel. He saw us. He believed in us. He cared about who we were beyond the classroom. And that kind of impact stays with you forever.


I imagine many of you can think of someone like that...a teacher or staff member who changed your path, lifted you up, or made you feel seen at just the right moment.


At Calhoun, we are surrounded by educators and staff who strive to be that person for your children every single day. They pour their hearts into creating safe, supportive, and inspiring environments where students can grow not only academically, but as people.


Next week, we would love your help in showing our incredible staff just how much they are appreciated. Whether it’s a kind note, an email, or a small gesture of gratitude, those moments mean more than you might imagine. Just like Mr. Rogers did for me, our staff are creating ripples that will last far beyond their time in the classroom.


Our amazing PTO has also been working behind the scenes to plan a special week of celebration for our staff, and we are so grateful for their support. Please see the flyer below for ideas on ways you can celebrate your child's teachers each day.


Thank you for partnering with us and for helping us honor the people who are laying the foundation for your children’s futures.


Warmly,

Principal Anderson

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📅 Upcoming Dates 📅 Upcoming Dates

May 4-8 - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

May 7 - Parent Training - Prepare for Kindergarten

May 14 - Final Family Engagement Night with Stephen Fite (5:30-6:30pm)

May 19 - End of Year Parties

May 20 - Last Day of School/End of 4th 9 weeks

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🛝 Recess Rangers Sign-up Updated 🛝 Recess Rangers Sign-up Updated

Our spring sign-up is live! Click the link below to schedule a time to come and join us on the playground!

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2025 - 2026 2nd Semester Recess Rangers Sign Up

Calling all amazing parents! Our new volunteer program called Recess Rangers is a success!   As a reminder, each month, one parent per family can volunteer for a morning or afternoon playground shift to engage with and support our students during recess. Rangers help monitor student safety, engage kids in play, and assist staff as needed — all while having fun outdoors with our students! * Volunteers do not have to stay for the whole shift. We ask that volunteers stay for a minimum of 30 minutes since it is taking a slot.  Volunteer Details: AM Session: 7:45 AM – 10:45 AM (please stay a minimum of 30 minutes within this timeframe) PM Session: 12:05 PM – 2:35 PM (please stay a minimum of 30 minutes within this timeframe) 🔹 One volunteer per session, per day 🔹 You may choose up to one day in each of the remaining months and either an AM or PM time slot 🔹 Sign up early — spots are limited! Please add your child's first name, last name, and teacher's name to the notes in your sign-up. Volunteers are required to have an approved background check on file.  Please complete the application using the link below.  https://www.prosper-isd.net/page/volunteer-background-check Be advised that background checks may take up to two weeks to be approved.  To check if you have been approved, please contact the front office at 945-678-4000 before you arrive for your selected time slot. Please see the Recess Rangers Responsibilities Pact to read over the expectations as a recess volunteer.  You will be provided a copy to sign in agreement when you arrive to campus.   Thank you for helping us build a strong, safe, and playful school community. We can’t wait to see you on the playground!

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✅ Reminders ✅ Reminders

🕢 Please remember that while our school time starts at 7:30am, we are outside and greeting kids starting at 7:00am. We have had very few cars arriving between 7:00am-7:20am. If you wait until the last minute to bring your child in the carpool line, you run the risk of arriving tardy. Please make sure to plan ahead and utilize the line before 7:15am. You will get in and out with no wait!

⏰ For safety and efficiency, students will not be released after 2:00pm. Please plan ahead for appointments or other time commitments to ensure your child is picked up before this time.

🚗 Please remember that we run two car lines at the same time:

From the North: Turn left into the left lane of the parking lot. This lane is for Piney Woods, Gulf Coast, and South Plains.

From the South: Turn right into the parking lot and use the right lane, which wraps around to the back of the building. This lane is for Big Bend, Hill Country, and Panhandle.

📵Please enter the parking lot with caution and avoid using your phone while driving. As you turn in, use your blinker to signal. This helps us clearly distinguish Calhoun families from neighborhood traffic and ensures a smoother, safer arrival for everyone.

✍🏻 Therapist Tidbits ✍🏻 Therapist Tidbits

Therapist Tidbits - April Edition

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💙 From Counselor Nishi 💙 From Counselor Nishi

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📖 From Librarian Lori 📖 From Librarian Lori

What's Happening in the Library

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💟 Share Your Appreciation 💟 Share Your Appreciation

Complete the form below to show your appreciation for our Calhoun staff!

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📣 Principal Feedback Survey 📣 Principal Feedback Survey

Help me grow! I would love your feedback on how I am doing in my first year as principal. Thank you to those who have already completed the form. Your feedback has been so helpful!

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📷 Calhoun ECS Event Photos 📷 Calhoun ECS Event Photos

If you attended our PTO events like Touch-A-Truck or our Family Engagement Night and had your picture taken by Panhandle Blended Pre-k Teacher, Adrian Gonzalez, he has kindly created a folder to house the great pictures he has taken of our families. I will keep this in the Ranger Report each week for you to be able to access at your convenience.

Calhoun ECS Event Photos 2025-26 - Google Drive

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📱Stay Connected and Get Involved 📱Stay Connected and Get Involved

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BEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN TEXAS

Named by HEB’s Excellence in Education Awards as the Best Large District in the State of Texas, Prosper ISD has an established 67-year history that is grounded in the humble roots of a farming community, now soaring to the fastest growing school district in Texas, due in no small part to the pursuit of excellence in the arts, academics and athletics. Our students and staff are routinely recognized on the local, state, and national levels for outstanding achievements, and our teachers are highly qualified experts who bring out the best in every student.


ABOUT PROSPER ISD

Prosper ISD is a school district located north of Dallas in Collin and Denton Counties. The district spans approximately 58 square miles and serves more than 32,000 students in 20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 4 high schools, and one early childhood school.


🫶 THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY FOR SUPPORTING OUR TEACHERS & STUDENTS

In November 2023, an overwhelming majority of voters approved $2.7 billion to continue building excellence in Prosper ISD. Thank you for your continued financial commitment to our district.


And while our facilities are second to none, we know that it is the people who make the difference in Prosper ISD. From our bus drivers to our teachers to our teacher assistants, our staff is here to support students as they pursue their dreams of excellence in academics, fine arts, and athletics.


Email: calhouninfo@prosper-isd.net

Location: 450 Lukenbach Drive, McKinney, TX 75071

Phone: 945-678-4000

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