Progress Reports & Report Cards:

May 2: 4th 9 Weeks Progress Report 2 posted in Family Skyward Access by end of day

April

Volunteer Appreciation Month

30 - Special Olympics 9:00am - 1:30 pm @ Pirate Stadium

May

National Physical Education Month

1 - PreK Enrollment begins

2 - School Lunch Hero Day

5-9 - Teacher Appreciation Week/Nurse Appreciation Week

9 - Free Food Friday @ Martin Elementary 4:30-6:30pm

12 - Board Meeting

13 - Senior Award Night

22 - Early Release/Last Day of School/Graduation

26 - Memorial Day - CISD Closed

June

District Closed on Fridays

2-19 - Summer Learning - Camp Crandall

Check out the Action for Happiness May 2025 Calendar here.

District Calendar

Athletics Calendar

Fine Arts Calendar

Check out CHS Athletics Newsletter

The Intent to Return process for the 2025-2026 school year is happening now!

• PreK–7th grade families received a paper letter on March 31st with campus placement info and a return form.
• 8th–11th grade families will complete the form online via Skyward Family Access. https://trst.in/U7AVb3

Help us plan ahead — be sure to review, complete, and return your forms asap!

Due May 5th!

Check back for updates on events and offerings. www.crandall-isd.net/summer

​Crandall ISD has announced that its upcoming seventh elementary campus will be named Danny R. Baker Elementary, honoring a lifelong Pirate and dedicated community leader.​ The decision to name Elementary #7 after Danny R. Baker was shared during a recent CISD board meeting, where the district celebrated his enduring impact on the Crandall community .​

Danny R. Baker's connection to Crandall ISD spans decades. He began his educational journey in the district as a kindergartener and graduated from Crandall High School in 1967. His commitment to education continued as he served on the CISD School Board, contributing to the district's growth and success.​ The naming of the new elementary school is part of the district's expansion plans funded by the 2022 bond package. According to CISD's project proposal documents, Danny R. Baker Elementary is slated to open in the coming years, further accommodating the district's growing student population.

By dedicating Elementary #7 to Danny R. Baker, CISD honors his lifelong dedication to the district and ensures his legacy will inspire future generations of students.​

40 Educators Recognized for Excellence in Instruction and Student Growth

Crandall ISD is proud to announce its first-ever group of recipients for the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), a honored recognition awarded to 40 outstanding educators for the 2024–2025 school year. These teachers have demonstrated exceptional dedication to student achievement and excellence in classroom instruction.

The recipients were selected based on two key criteria from the 2023–2024 academic year: measurable student academic growth and outstanding performance on the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS). Their efforts have significantly impacted both student outcomes and the broader Crandall ISD community.

Read more here

On Saturday, April 12, 2025, the Crandall ISD Bilingual/ESL Department proudly hosted its 3rd annual Community and Heritage Event—a celebration of culture, family, and unity.

Families from around the world, including El Salvador, Honduras, Jordan, Kenya, Israel, Ivory Coast, Mexico, Nigeria, Palestine, Pakistan, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Ukraine, United States and Venezuela, came together to share delicious traditional dishes and showcase the richness of their heritage.

The event featured spectacular student performances from several CISD campuses. Crandall High School, Martin Elementary, Noble-Reed Elementary, and Walker Elementary delighted attendees with music, singing, and traditional dances, all led by their dedicated teachers. Crandall Middle School, Martin Elementary, and Opal Smith Elementary students also contributed to a beautiful cultural poster gallery, while families across the district wowed the crowd in a colorful fashion show representing traditional attire from around the world.

Read more here.

We’re excited to announce the launch of Crandall ISD Pirate Radio, now streaming at crandall-isd.net/radio!

This new station is your go-to hub for:

• 🎧 Clean, school-safe music you can play in classrooms and at home
• 🎤 District-led and student-created podcasts, including features from our CTE students
• 📻 Live streaming through Pirate Productions LIVE and more on the way!

Pirate Radio is a collaboration between the Communications Department and CTE classes, giving students real-world broadcasting experience while enhancing district-wide communication. A mobile app is coming soon—so stay tuned, turn it up, and tune in to the voice of Crandall ISD!

Dear Retired Staff,

We are excited to invite you to another special Retired Staff Breakfast! Please join us for a morning of nostalgia, connection, AND optional complimentary salon services provided by our CHS Cosmetology students. So exciting!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: CISD Administration Building

400 W. Lewis St., Crandall, TX 75114

Enjoy breakfast, catch up with familiar faces, and relax—whether or not you choose to receive a salon service.

Please RSVP using the link below so we can plan accordingly:

https://trst.in/8Eua4O

We look forward to welcoming you back! Bring your retired school district friends!

Starting in January 2025, Crandall ISD Board Briefs are highlights of select items from the CISD Board of Trustees Regular Board meetings. These updates are designed to keep you informed about important activities and decisions impacting the district.

To stay up to date, visit www.crandall-isd.net/boardbriefs.

Crandall ISD just got even more connected! 💬✨ Check out the NEW Website Chatbot—your go-to tool for quick answers using real-time info straight from the district website. Need help navigating the site or finding key details? Just click the chat icon and ask away! 🙌
🔗 Visit crandall-isd.net to try it out!

As always please reach out with questions to www.crandall-isd.net/letsconnect for fast, accurate answers.

The Pirate Post is intended as a resource for Crandall ISD families. Use this website to learn about activities, events and other programs available for your child within the CISD community. Opportunities do not fall under the jurisdiction of Crandall ISD; links are provided for your convenience and are not an endorsement. www.crandall-isd.net/piratepost

We understand that emergencies can happen at any time. Emergency contacts allow the school to reach you or the individuals you designate if you are unavailable. Each student can have up to three emergency contacts. See the screenshot below to update your information today! https://trst.in/RbMqDo

Flu Season Reminders: Please stay home if you are sick.

😷 must be symptom free for 24 hours to return to school

😷 must have a doctor note to excuse P.E.

😷 cough & sneeze in your sleeve

😷 wear appropriate outerwear

😷 wash your hands

Please ensure your student’s MySchoolBucks account has funds to cover meals.

🚨 When accounts are overdrawn and students accrue debt, they will receive an alternate meal and be charged $1.00.

If you need meal assistance, visit this link for more information: Free & Reduced Meals.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter!

There are so many great things happening in CISD! We want to recognize and celebrate with you.

Tag us so we can share the GOLD!

Facebook: @crandallisd

Instagram: @officialcisd

Twitter X: @officalcisd

Crandall ISD is introducing Let’s Connect—an interactive customer service platform designed to provide official feedback for our CISD community.

So, rather than rely on social media for questions and answers, Let’s Connect instead.

https://www.crandall-isd.net/letsconnect