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Cele Update 3/17/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 3/17/2024Cele Families,
I trust the past week has been enjoyable and rejuvenating, and I hope anyone who traveled will be returning safe and sound given all the intense weather the past few days. We are looking forward to kicking off the 4th nine-week grading period and an exciting spring at Cele beginning tomorrow.
Also, please join me in congratulating our Cele Humanitarian, Rookie Teacher, and Teacher of the Year!
Humanitarian of the Year: Lisa Samuels
Rookie Teacher of the Year: Sarissa Marwitz
Teacher of the Year: Roxanne Jones
We are so fortunate to have incredible staff everywhere at Cele, and it means so much to be recognized by outstanding teammates for stand-out work. Thank you for all you do to support our Cele staff who commit themselves to serving our Colts EVERY DAY.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Pfood Pfairness Comedy Show April 13
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bWMtmja6dgOgJQQt2bJuDL_MrmsUW7UV/view?usp=sharing
Join us for the NO CAP COMEDY SHOW with headliner, Comedian Keith Terry, and featuring multi-talented high school students of PfISD! This is the biggest pfundraiser Pfood Pfairness in Pflugerville Schools has ever had, and we are humbled by Comedian Keith Terry's generous donation of his time and talent to the cause! The show will help us finish out this school year strong and get a jump start on raising funds for the 2024-25 school year. Our goal is to continue fighting food insecurity and inequity, providing hot entrées to students who would otherwise have to choose between hunger and humiliation, and preventing lunch debt that would eventually come out of the district's funds.
Promo reels:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1008599857311659
Phoenix House Zoom Series
PfISD is partnering with the Phoenix House Texas to provide a lunch and learn Zoom series for families!
In these sessions, you will learn about different ways to connect with your teenagers and strengthen your family! Register at the link below to attend one or all of the sessions:
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScuztpj.../viewform
Panda Express Spirit Night March 30
Our PTO has scheduled a Spirit Night at Panda Express for Saturday, March 30 ALL DAY from 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 PM. See this flyer for details!
8th Grade Dance May 19, 2024
- Colts, plans are underway for our 8th grade dance and we could use your assistance!
- Theme: Starry Night – Friday, May 19th
- Volunteers will be needed for set-up. A sign-up will sent out in early April.
- Link to list to help with decorations: 8th Grade Dance - Wish List - Additional items will be added throughout the next months.
Me & You Too for 6th Grade
6th grade science teachers sent a note to parents on Friday, March 1 with information pertaining to our sexual health program for grade 6. Here is the link to the lesson summaries and district letter. Me & You Too instruction will occur from May 13-22 during science class. This year, parents/guardians only need to communicate if you do not want your child to participate. Please complete this Opt-Out Google Form if you do NOT want your student to participate in the Me and You Too instruction.
Spirit Wear Link
Make EVERY day spirit day by stocking up on your Cele Swag while supporting the PTO and our Colts! Follow this link for more information on how to order: Cele Spirit Wear Flyer
Box Tops For Education
You can make cash for Cele without spending an extra dime. Simply by scanning your receipt from your regular shopping, you can earn funding for Cele. Find out how easy it is to participate in Box Tops For Education: BTFE Flyer
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first impulse may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that our staff are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this at home before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones In order to keep our students focused on learning, we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautifully designed, and one feature is that it comes with many stairs. For safety sake, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal item
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 3/3/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 3/3/2024Cele Families,
A shout out to our PTO and Community Sponsor, Lyndsay Villa, for the cupcakes in the lounge this past week to celebrate our Cele Staff February Birthdays!
This week we also will focus on a love of literature, beginning with Cele Literacy Day Monday, March 4th, and including our spring Book Fair all this week in addition to our Edible Book Contest in the library Thursday. For students who are participating in the Read It Forward campaign, a reminder that Monday, March 4 is the final day to take the test and qualify for the Read It Forward Celebration.
This first full week of March also is the final week of the nine-weeks grading period. We are encouraging all students and families to keep an eye on grades in Skyward and assignments in Canvas so that we finish strong and enjoy a well-earned spring break starting Saturday.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Cele Literacy Day THIS Monday
A reminder that all character costumes must comply with our student dress code, including being safe, respectful, and responsible. Students can pick up idiom scavenger hunt papers on the stage Monday morning. They will also return the papers to the stage at the end of the day.
6th grade = blue
7th grade = yellow
8th grade = green
Sister Act Jr., the Musical THIS Monday & Tuesday
Join us March 4 & 5 for the Cele Spring Musical, Sister Act Jr. Our Cele Theatre productions are always AMAZING, and this one is open to the public. Be sure to secure your tickets in advance by using the following link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGZD
Spring Scholastic Book Fair THIS WEEK
Our library is hosting a book fair from March 4-8. Students can visit the fair between 8am-4pm. See this flyer for more details. Parents can set up an eWallet for easy shopping, but the fair accepts cash, cards, and even Apple Pay. Sales benefit the library. The book fair will be open from 6-7:30pm on Thursday, March 7, for late shopping hours and the 6th Annual Edible Book Contest. If you have questions, please contact Margaret Dominguez, the Cele Librarian at Margaret.dominguez@pfisd.net.
Lunch & Learn THIS Tuesday
The PfISD Parent and Family Engagement Team invites you to join us for a virtual session March 5, from 12-1pm, on enhancing the caregiver/child relationship. This virtual session is great for stay-at-home parents and providers. You will learn to:
- Recognize what your child is communicating with their behavior
- Discover the power of reflective listening to improve habits
- Identify effective skills to help your child self-regulate
Register in advance by visiting bit.ly/pfeworkshops to receive the meeting link
8th Grade Dance May 19, 2024
- Colts, plans are underway for our 8th grade dance and we could use your assistance!
- Theme: Starry Night – Friday, May 19th
- Volunteers will be needed for set-up. A sign-up will sent out in early April.
- Link to list to help with decorations: 8th Grade Dance - Wish List - Additional items will be added throughout the next months.
Me & You Too for 6th Grade
6th grade science teachers sent a note to parents on Friday, March 1 with information pertaining to our sexual health program for grade 6. Here is the link to the lesson summaries and district letter. Me & You Too instruction will occur from May 13-22 during science class. This year, parents/guardians only need to communicate if you do not want your child to participate. Please complete this Opt-Out Google Form if you do NOT want your student to participate in the Me and You Too instruction.
Panda Express Spirit Night March 30
Our PTO has scheduled a Spirit Night at Panda Express for Saturday, March 30 ALL DAY from 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 PM. See this flyer for details!
Spirit Wear Link
Make EVERY day spirit day by stocking up on your Cele Swag while supporting the PTO and our Colts! Follow this link for more information on how to order: Cele Spirit Wear Flyer
Box Tops For Education
You can make cash for Cele without spending an extra dime. Simply by scanning your receipt from your regular shopping, you can earn funding for Cele. Find out how easy it is to participate in Box Tops For Education: BTFE Flyer
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
HHS Cheer Tryouts
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first impulse may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that our staff are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this at home before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones In order to keep our students focused on learning, we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautifully designed, and one feature is that it comes with many stairs. For safety sake, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal item
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 2/25/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 2/25/2024Cele Families,
We had a fabulous time meeting our future Colts at the 5th grade visit last Thursday. Our visitors were treated to performances by 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who represented various elective opportunities available at Cele. 5th grade students received their choice sheets and have until this Friday, March 1, to return them to their teacher.
Shout out to Maddy Schmiedel, who participated in State Special Olympics competition this past weekend. She and her unified partner, Madison Sanders (former Colt) competed in FUNdamental Sports and came home GOLD medalists. Congratulations to Maddy and Madison; we are so proud of you!
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Cell Phone Etiquette
Colts, we generally do a great job of keeping our phones powered down and in our backpacks during the school day. I wanted to address something that has come up when students are allowed to have phones out, and that is recording video or taking pictures of people without asking. While this is a common practice in our world, I would like us to refrain from doing so at Cele. Let's add this to the things we do for one another in the way of respect and responsibility. Thank you!
5th Grade Parent Night THIS Tuesday Feb. 27
All parents and care givers who will have a 6th grade student at Cele next year are invited to our 5th grade information session from 6:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 right here at Cele. We will discuss some of the courses that are offered to prepare students to complete and return their schedule choice sheets by March 1st. You can find more information at the Cele Counseling Center web site.
Kebab Shop Spirit Night THIS Thursday
Celebrate Leap Year and benefit Cele this Thursday! 50% is an extremely generous gesture, and we would love to make the most of it. Spread the word and see you there!
Section 504 Parent Night
Click here for more information about the PfISD Section 504 Parent Night. We will be hosting 504 Parent Night on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Pflugerville ISD Central Administration Building in the Boardroom. Pick-up some dinner at Kebab Shop on the way! This is a great opportunity for parents/ guardians and others in our community to come and learn about Section 504 and the protection it provides for general education students.
The following are a few topics that will be covered:
- How to effectively participate in your child’s 504 meeting
- Purpose and objective of the Section 504 meeting.
- Participants can learn what components should be included in a Section 504 accommodation plan
- Gain more Insight on available 504 Accommodations.
- 8th Grade Dance May 19, 2024
- Colts, plans are underway for our 8th grade dance and we could use your assistance!
- Theme: Starry Night – Friday, May 19th
- Volunteers will be needed for set-up. A sign-up will sent out in early April.
- Link to list to help with decorations: 8th Grade Dance - Wish List - Additional items will be added throughout the next months.
Sister Act Jr., the Musical
Join us March 4 & 5 for the Cele Spring Musical, Sister Act Jr. Our Cele Theatre productions are always AMAZING, and this one is open to the public. Be sure to secure your tickets in advance by using the following link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGZD
Spirit Wear Link
Make EVERY day spirit day by stocking up on your Cele Swag while supporting the PTO and our Colts! Follow this link for more information on how to order: Cele Spirit Wear Flyer
Box Tops For Education
You can make cash for Cele without spending an extra dime. Simply by scanning your receipt from your regular shopping, you can earn funding for Cele. Find out how easy it is to participate in Box Tops For Education: BTFE Flyer
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
HHS Cheer Tryouts
Lunch & Learn March 5
The PfISD Parent and Family Engagement Team invites you to join us for a virtual session March 5, from 12-1pm, on enhancing the caregiver/child relationship. This virtual session is great for stay-at-home parents and providers. You will learn to:
- Recognize what your child is communicating with their behavior
- Discover the power of reflective listening to improve habits
- Identify effective skills to help your child self-regulate
Register in advance by visiting bit.ly/pfeworkshops to receive the meeting link
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 2/18/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 2/18/2024Cele Families,
I hope everyone is enjoying the extended weekend! Our teachers are hard at work again tomorrow as we close out the 2nd Interim Progress Report for the grading period. Report Cards will be finalized in three weeks, so now is a great time to take a look at Skyward and engage with your child about how their learning journey has been going. There always is plenty to be proud of and an opportunity to grow a little smarter every day at Cele.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
5th Grade Students Visit THIS Thursday
We will welcome our future Colts this Thursday during the school day. Our 5th graders will arrive with their respective elementary school and have an opportunity to hear about some of the exciting opportunities that await them in middle school. This event is only for students and their teachers, but we will have a 5th grade parent night February 27. You can find more information at the Cele Counseling Center web site.
5th Grade Parent Night Feb. 27
All parents and care givers who will have a 6th grade student at Cele next year are invited to our 5th grade information session from 6:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 right here at Cele. We will discuss some of the courses that are offered to prepare students to complete and return their schedule choice sheets by March 1st. You can find more information at the Cele Counseling Center web site.
Spirit Wear Link
Make EVERY day spirit day by stocking up on your Cele Swag while supporting the PTO and our Colts! Follow this link for more information on how to order: Cele Spirit Wear Flyer
Box Tops For Education
You can make cash for Cele without spending an extra dime. Simply by scanning your receipt from your regular shopping, you can earn funding for Cele. Find out how easy it is to participate in Box Tops For Education: BTFE Flyer
Kebab Shop Spirit Night
Section 504 Parent Night
Click here for more information about the PfISD Section 504 Parent Night. We will be hosting 504 Parent Night on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Pflugerville ISD Central Administration Building in the Boardroom. This is a great opportunity for parents/ guardians and others in our community to come and learn about Section 504 and the protection it provides for general education students.
The following are a few topics that will be covered:
- How to effectively participate in your child’s 504 meeting
- Purpose and objective of the Section 504 meeting.
- Participants can learn what components should be included in a Section 504 accommodation plan
- Gain more Insight on available 504 Accommodations.
Sister Act Jr., the Musical
Join us March 4 & 5 for the Cele Spring Musical, Sister Act Jr. Our Cele Theatre productions are always AMAZING, and this one is open to the public. Be sure to secure your tickets in advance by using the following link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGZD
8th Grade Dance May 19, 2024
Colts, plans are underway for our 8th grade dance and we could use your assistance!
Theme: Starry Night – Friday, May 19th
Volunteers will be needed for set-up. A sign-up will sent out in early April.
Link to list to help with decorations: 8th Grade Dance - Wish List - Additional items will be added throughout the next months.
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
HHS Cheer Tryouts
Lunch & Learn March 5
The PfISD Parent and Family Engagement Team invites you to join us for a virtual session March 5, from 12-1pm, on enhancing the caregiver/child relationship. This virtual session is great for stay-at-home parents and providers. You will learn to:
- Recognize what your child is communicating with their behavior
- Discover the power of reflective listening to improve habits
- Identify effective skills to help your child self-regulate
Register in advance by visiting bit.ly/pfeworkshops to receive the meeting link
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 2/11/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 2/11/2024Cele Families,
Happy Super Bowl Lunar New Year Weekend! Plenty of updates below, so read on for all the details.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Chick Fil-A Benefit
Colts, our community has the opportunity to support a local Pflugerville Pfamily this Tuesday, February 13. Click this link to view the flyer and this link to view an example of how to use the app.
UIL Team Earns 3rd Place at District
Congrats to Our Colt UIL Team who competed this weekend:
Ready Writing
Carter Griffin 1st
Anjum Shaik 2nd
Oral Reading 6th Grade
Elizabeth Ortiz 3rd
Oral Reading 7/8th Grade
Max Shriver 1st
Kate DeGraff 2nd
Modern Oratory
Anwita Aneesh 3rd
Elizabeth Ortiz 5th
Impromptu Speaking
Carter Griffin 2nd
Listening
Anjum Shaik 4th
Lael Johnson 5th
Spelling 6th
Elizabeth Ortiz 6th
Spelling 7/8th
Kate DeGraff 5th
Number Sense 6th
Thomas Panyasiri 6th
Number Sense 7/8
Zachary Tang 1st
Mathematics
Zachary Tang 1st
Science
Parin Bhat 1st
Eyan Ng 3rd
Social Studies
Aiden Smith 4th
Chess
Joel Portillo 1st
Zachary Tang 2nd
Cele DI Team Earns 3rd at Regionals
Several teams represented Cele and competed in the Destination Imagination Regional Competition this weekend. We are so proud of their teamwork and accomplishments!
Aveng-Hers – Science – Blast from the past
3rd Place
6th gr -Kennedy Egger (Team Manager Ryan Egger)
6th Gr – Hasini Immidisetti
6th Gr – Haven McKenzie
8th Gr – Valentina Zamora Torres
Cornhole Alien Masters – Engineering – Going the Distance
3rd Place
6th gr – Ilay Lev (Team Manager Shai Lev)
6th gr – Will Norwood (co-TM Collin Norwood)
6th gr – Corbin McVey
6th gr – Rishaan Ramaswamy
6th gr – Christian Dowell
Super Tech Bros – Technical – Pinball Heroes
6th Place
6th gr – Westley DeBeikes (Team Manager Danny DeBeikes)
6th gr – Ian Briscoe
6th gr – Eli Erickson
6th gr – Ahalad Chimakurthy
6th gr – Karthik Girish
P-TECH Parent Meeting THIS Monday
We have a P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) Parent Information Zoom Meeting this Monday, February 12th at 6:30pm. P-TECHs allow students to graduate from high school with a free Associate's degree at the same time at a completely free cost to students and families. If your 8th-grade child is interested in applying to either our Pfuture Teachers P-TECH Academy or CIT (Computer and Information Technology) P-TECH Academy, please join us for a parent information session on Monday, February 12th at 6:30pm via Zoom with the link below:
https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/96834676025
Password: ptech24
Spirit Wear Link
Make EVERY day spirit day by stocking up on your Cele Swag while supporting the PTO and our Colts! Follow this link for more information on how to order: Cele Spirit Wear Flyer
Box Tops For Education
You can make cash for Cele without spending an extra dime. Simply by scanning your receipt from your regular shopping, you can earn funding for Cele. Find out how easy it is to participate in Box Tops For Education: BTFE Flyer
Friendship Grams
At Cele, we very much emphasize the importance of being a good friend, and we celebrate friendship as February 14 approaches – not Valentine’s Day. Beginning Wednesday, February 7, we will provide students the opportunity to send “friendship grams,” an effort organized by our Student Council. Each Friendship Gram may be purchased for $1.00 during each grade level lunch. Students are not allowed to bring balloons, candy, stuffed animals, or other gifts to school, nor are we able to receive any deliveries to the front office. We will deliver the Friendship Grams the week of February 12.
CTE Leadership Team - Middle School and High School CTE programs information!
The CTE leadership team will host a Zoom info session on Feb. 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to help families understand the MS and HS CTE programs available, including the 3 career academies and 2 P-TECH academies and transfer programs.
View this flier for more information and register here.
Link to the 2024-2025 P-TECH application for both academies:
https://forms.gle/qKKDPY9WcewUYapt6
Kebab Shop Spirit Night
Sister Act Jr., the Musical
Join us March 4 & 5 for the Cele Spring Musical, Sister Act Jr. Our Cele Theatre productions are always AMAZING, and this one is open to the public. Be sure to secure your tickets in advance by using the following link:
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGZD
Section 504 Parent Night
Click here for more information about the PfISD Section 504 Parent Night. We will be hosting 504 Parent Night on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Pflugerville ISD Central Administration Building in the Boardroom. This is a great opportunity for parents/ guardians and others in our community to come and learn about Section 504 and the protection it provides for general education students.
The following are a few topics that will be covered:
- How to effectively participate in your child’s 504 meeting
- Purpose and objective of the Section 504 meeting.
- Participants can learn what components should be included in a Section 504 accommodation plan
- Gain more Insight on available 504 Accommodations.
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Annual Accountability Notices
Parents, please click this link for a letter regarding the release of our most recent Federal Report Card. Additionally, an open meeting on the Texas Performance Reporting System will be held at 5:30 pm in the Cele Library immediately prior to the PTO Meeting February 5, 2024.
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 2/4/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 2/4/2024Cele Families,
As you may be aware, we have had an uptick in the number of students absent from school due to illness. We are doing our best to remind our students of the habits they can employ to help with staying healthy here at school, such as washing hands frequently, and NOT sharing food or drink with friends.
We do appreciate you keeping your child home if they unfortunately are ill, and a reminder to please send a note (doctor or parent) when your child returns. You also may email our Attendance Specialist, Jessica.Wells@pfisd.net, directly with any absence documentation.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Friendship Grams
At Cele, we very much emphasize the importance of being a good friend, and we celebrate friendship as February 14 approaches – not Valentine’s Day. Beginning Wednesday, February 7, we will provide students the opportunity to send “friendship grams,” an effort organized by our Student Council. Each Friendship Gram may be purchased for $1.00 during each grade level lunch. Students are not allowed to bring balloons, candy, stuffed animals, or other gifts to school, nor are we able to receive any deliveries to the front office. We will deliver the Friendship Grams the week of February 12.
CTE Leadership Team - Middle School and High School CTE programs information!
The CTE leadership team will host a Zoom info session on Feb. 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to help families understand the MS and HS CTE programs available, including the 3 career academies and 2 P-TECH academies and transfer programs.
View this flier for more information and register here.
Link to the 2024-2025 P-TECH application for both academies:
https://forms.gle/qKKDPY9WcewUYapt6
Sister Act Jr., the Musical
Join us March 4 & 5 for the Cele Spring Musical, Sister Act Jr. Our Cele Theatre productions are always AMAZING, and this one is open to the public. Be sure to secure your tickets in advance by using the following link:
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CGZD
Section 504 Parent Night
Click here for more information about the PfISD Section 504 Parent Night. We will be hosting 504 Parent Night on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Pflugerville ISD Central Administration Building in the Boardroom. This is a great opportunity for parents/ guardians and others in our community to come and learn about Section 504 and the protection it provides for general education students.
The following are a few topics that will be covered:
- How to effectively participate in your child’s 504 meeting
- Purpose and objective of the Section 504 meeting.
- Participants can learn what components should be included in a Section 504 accommodation plan
- Gain more Insight on available 504 Accommodations.
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Annual Accountability Notices
Parents, please click this link for a letter regarding the release of our most recent Federal Report Card. Additionally, an open meeting on the Texas Performance Reporting System will be held at 5:30 pm in the Cele Library immediately prior to the PTO Meeting February 5, 2024.
Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k
Saturday, April 27, 2024 8:00 a.m. www.weissbands.com/race
- chip timed course on Lake Pflugerville
- awesome t-shirt & race bag full of goodies
- music, photographer, post-race food
- overall & age group medals & awards
- kids k special finisher award
- complimentary 5k & 10k raffle with cool prizes
- Weiss students playing for you along the course!!
$50 10k / $40 5k / $25 Kids k
All race proceeds will directly benefit Weiss High School Wolf Pack Band students & staff and help them in achieving their performance goals. Enjoy friends, food & fun for all.*shirts aren’t guaranteed after 4/10*
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 1/28/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 1/28/2024Cele Families,
Yesterday marked Holocaust Remembrance Day, and in looking for an appropriate quote to share this year, I came across the following:
“Friendship marks a life even more deeply than love. Love risks degenerating into obsession, friendship is never anything but sharing.”
― Elie WieselI am very grateful for our strong Cele community, and the amazing spirit of common cause that we have for our student’s future. Our 8th-grade students had their visit to the high school this past Thursday, and soon, we will be welcoming our current 5th-grade students to Cele for the first time. There are many moving pieces and many stakeholders as students make these important transitions, and so much of their success depends upon the adults in our young people’s lives. If you have an 8th grader this year, I want to highlight that we will have an 8th grade parent night this Tuesday at Cele beginning at 5:30 pm. I look forward to seeing you and seeing our students on their journey.
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Picture Retakes THIS Thursday
Picture re-take day is this Thursday, February 1st. Retakes are for new enrollments, absent students on 09/28/23, or those that want to buy a package but did not get to on 09/28/24. On Monday, we will distribute forms to new students and those who were absent.
Friendship Grams
The Elie Wiesel quote struck me as both poignant and particularly apropos for middle school this time of year. For those of you new to Cele, we very much emphasize the importance of being a good friend, and we celebrate friendship as February 14 approaches – not Valentine’s Day. We will provide students the opportunity to send “friendship grams,” an effort organized by our Student Council. Students are not allowed to bring balloons, candy, stuffed animals, or other gifts to school, nor are we able to receive any deliveries to the front office. I wanted to share this information early for your planning purposes.
Lost and Found Items
We have a number of jackets and hoodies that remain unclaimed in the Think Tank, where we store lost items. If your child is missing a coat, jacket, or hoodie (or any other clothing item), the Think Tank is where they should look first. After items have been stored in lost and found for a month, we donate them. Our preference would be to get them to the rightful owners before the next donation occurs at the end of this week.
8th Grade Parent Night THIS Tuesday, January 30 at Cele
We will have an information session just for Cele families of current 8th grade students. We will have a high school counselor available as well as a representative from the CTE Department.
8th Grade Fundraiser Orders Due THIS Wednesday
Order your T-Shirt and support the 8th grade class:
Section 504 Parent Night
Click here for more information about the PfISD Section 504 Parent Night. We will be hosting 504 Parent Night on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Pflugerville ISD Central Administration Building in the Boardroom. This is a great opportunity for parents/ guardians and others in our community to come and learn about Section 504 and the protection it provides for general education students.
The following are a few topics that will be covered:
- How to effectively participate in your child’s 504 meeting
- Purpose and objective of the Section 504 meeting.
- Participants can learn what components should be included in a Section 504 accommodation plan
- Gain more Insight on available 504 Accommodations.
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Annual Accountability Notices
Parents, please click this link for a letter regarding the release of our most recent Federal Report Card. Additionally, an open meeting on the Texas Performance Reporting System will be held at 5:30 pm in the Cele Library immediately prior to the PTO Meeting February 5, 2024.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 1/21/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 1/21/2024Cele Families,
A huge shout out to our Colt 8th graders who brought home another District Championship in basketball this past week. This Thursday our 8th grade students will head to their respective high schools, and if your child does not have a student ID of their own, we could use your help. We can reprint an ID for just $2, and if your child needs a replacement ID holder or lanyard, those are just $2 a piece as well. If your student arrives at school with cash, we can take care of the rest in the Think Tank first thing in the morning.
This month is School Board Appreciation month, and we want to send a heartfelt thank you to our Trustees, who do so much for students, staff, and our community. Thank you for your selfless dedication and leadership!
Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
8th Grade Parents **Action Required by TOMORROW**
All 8th grade students are scheduled to take a Field trip to their prospective high school on Thursday, January 25 during the school day. Parents, we need a completed permission slip from you in order for your child to attend. Please complete this form and return it to one of our Counselors by Monday, January 22. Please also send your student with $2 if they require a new student ID.
8th Grade Course Fair at All High Schools THIS Thursday, January 25
All high schools will have a course fair this Thursday. All 8th grade students and parents are invited to attend the presentation at their zoned high school. For more information, please see the attached parent night flyers:
Weiss:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jx78ufcNeab8aKRp9TGqMYjKZXQsKLHd/view?usp=sharing
Hendrickson:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zyDTuyl3jBbFQCCyF1zLQOzMww-DBDu/view?usp=sharing
8th Grade Parent Night January 30 at Cele
We also will have an information session just for Cele families of current 8th grade students. We will have a high school counselor available as well as a representative from the CTE Department.
Texas Stars Spirit Night, THIS Friday, January 26
Join us for hockey and benefit Cele at the Austin Stars Spirit Night. Details and ticket information can be found at this link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/CELEPTO
8th Grade Fundraiser
Order your T-Shirt and support the 8th grade class:
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Annual Accountability Notices
Parents, please click this link for a letter regarding the release of our most recent Federal Report Card. Additionally, an open meeting on the Texas Performance Reporting System will be held at 5:30 pm in the Cele Library immediately prior to the PTO Meeting.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 1/15/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 1/15/2024Cele Families,
Happy MLK Day! I hope everyone was able to stay safe and happy over the extended weekend. Our 2-hour Delay will mean that our doors will open to students at 9:55 a.m. tomorrow morning. The bell schedule is posted below, and students will attend all classes but they will be shortened. We will dismiss at the usual time, 3:35 pm.
Our students started back ready to work hard and start the second semester right. We conducted grade-level assemblies during Advisory this past Friday, and our teachers, counselors, and administrators took time to recognize some of the accomplishments we have had as a Cele Family and to reiterate our everyday expectations that help us achieve success. Thank you for all the support you give to our school to help us ensure each child grows a little smarter EVERY DAY.
Let’s make it a GREAT first week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
2-Hour Delay Bell Schedule
Period 1 (30 mins)
10:20 - 10:50
Period 2 (30 mins)
10:54 - 11:24
Period 4 / Gr6 Lunch (44 mins)
11:28 - 12:12
Period 5 / Gr7 Lunch (44 mins)
12:16 - 1:00
Period 6 / Gr8 Lunch (44 mins)
1:04 - 1:48
Period 3 (30 mins)
1:52 - 2:22
Period 7 (30 mins)
2:26 - 2:56
Period 8 (30 mins)
3:00 - 3:35
Regarding Urgent Concerns
Parents, we understand that when concerns arise, your first instinct may be to come to school intending to meet with an administrator or staff member. Unfortunately, this may create frustration rather than immediate resolution. Please understand that we are tightly scheduled each day, and we are unable to accommodate walk-in requests for appointments in most instances. To ensure that we can provide the attention and time required for each concern, we kindly ask that you schedule appointments in advance by reaching out by email or by phone to our front office. Often, our front office staff is able to provide a solution or communicate your concern in the most expeditious way. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
8th Grade Parents **Action Required**
All 8th grade students are scheduled to take a Field trip to their prospective high school on Thursday, January 25 during the school day. Parents, we need a completed permission slip from you in order for your child to attend. Please complete this form and return it to one of our Counselors by Monday, January 22.
Save the Date for Texas Stars Spirit Night, January 26
Join us for hockey and benefit Cele at the Austin Stars Spirit Night. Details and ticket information can be found at this link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/CELEPTO
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Annual Accountability Notices
Parents, please click this link for a letter regarding the release of our most recent Federal Report Card. Additionally, an open meeting on the Texas Performance Reporting System will be held at 5:30 pm in the Cele Library immediately prior to the PTO Meeting.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!
-
Cele Update 1/8/2024
Posted by Ben OConnor on 1/8/2024Cele Families,
Happy New Year! Our teachers were hard at work today preparing for our students’ return tomorrow, and we were fueled by a breakfast provided by the Colt PTO – THANK YOU!
We are eager to welcome our students back and start the semester right. You can help your student start off on the right foot by ensuring Chromebooks are charged this evening, they have their student ID in their back pack, and they get to bed on time. We will take it from there!
Let’s make it a GREAT first week, Colts!
Ben O’Connor
#CeleGrit
Save the Date for Texas Stars Spirit Night, January 26
Join us for hockey and benefit Cele at the Austin Stars Spirit Night. Details and ticket information can be found at this link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/CELEPTO
Weiss Scarlets Junior Clinic
WHS is hosting a Junior Clinic open to all students Pre-K to Grade 8 that will take place March 27 and include a performance on stage at the Spring Show on April 5th. Please see this flyer for details.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Colts, our online ordering platform now is accepting orders for yearbooks. You can secure yours at the following link:
https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=140138
We Missed You Today!
Colts, on just about any given day we have teachers, educational associates, or office staff absent for a number of reasons, and we rely heavily on our network of awesome guest educators (the fabulous folks formerly known as substitute teachers) to keep everything running smoothly. There are MANY days when we do not have enough guest teachers to cover all positions, and often we rely on other staff members to pick up extra duties. If you have a day every so often or regularly that you could devote to helping us out, we would love to have you! Parents often make GREAT guest teachers because they already have positive relationships with many of our students. Please follow this link to fill out the application. Once approved, please give us a call in the front office and let us know your availability. See you soon!
Donations Requested for the Cele Store
Due to having to reprioritize our budget for the school year, we are asking for some community assistance with our “Cele Store.” As you may know, teachers award Colt Cash to students if they are performing well academically, show acts of kindness, have great behavior, or show grit in a particular way. During lunches on Fridays, students are able to redeem Colt Cash at the Cele Store for various incentives. We have created an Amazon Wish List "Cele: Colt Cash Store" with incentives/rewards for students such as erasers, pencils, stickers, squishies, rings, charms, pins, keychains, socks, phone grip holders, mini plush animals and much more. Please help us out with the Amazon wish list if you are able. Thanks in advance for your support!
Athletics Competitions
Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. We will have designated sections for unaccompanied students from both schools, and we will have designated areas in the bleachers for fans of each school. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus after school and return no earlier than 5:15 pm when supervision is in place. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the competition ending, or they will be unable to attend future games. These expectations are in place to ensure students only are on campus while supervision is available. We will continue to announce these expectations to our students during the school day, but please ensure your student is aware of the expectations before attending. Tickets will be available online only and may be purchased in advance. Schedules and a link to purchase tickets can be found on this page. Please remember that sportsmanship and respect is paramount at every competition. Thank you in advance for modeling and expecting the same.
Skyward Family Access
Parents, if you are new to PfISD, you will want to activate your Family Access portal through Skyward. This is how you will be able to monitor your child’s performance in each class, see your child’s schedule, complete necessary forms for school, and monitor your child’s attendance record. The links below provide guidance documents and how to access assistance.
English: Family Access Instructions (download PDF) https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/98/Family Access to Skyward.pdf
Español: Acceso Familiar a Skyward de PfISD
Việt: Gia Đình Thuộc Học Khu Pflugerville Truy Cập SkywardNeed your Skyward Family Access User Name?
Send an Email to: parentportal@pfisd.net
Subject Line = Skyward Family Access Account
Additional information can also be obtained by contacting us at parentportal@pfisd.net
Dress Code
Generally speaking, our Colts do a GREAT job following dress code. When we do need to correct attire, we typically are addressing 1) footwear: slides, sandals, platform shoes, and crocs without the strap are a safety issue for us with the many flights of stairs at Cele. 2) shirts that do not touch the waistline. This is one of the preferred styles, especially with some of our young ladies. We do need midriffs to be covered by clothing. Parents, thank you for helping with this before it becomes an issue at school, and here is a link to our PfISD Dress Code for reference.
Reminders
Phones Parents, in order to keep our students focused on learning we do require students to have phones both powered down and put in their backpacks from the moment they are on campus. If ever a student needs to call home, we will be able to do so. If you need to reach your child during the school day for an urgent matter, you may call the front office at 512-594-3000. Please note: parents are required to pay a $15 fee to reclaim a student’s cell phone beginning with the second occurrence.
Footwear Our school is beautiful, and it comes with many stairs. Therefore, slides, slippers, platform shoes, or any footwear that is deemed unsafe by an administrator will not be allowed at school. It simply becomes a hazard for the child and others. Crocs may be worn if the heal strap is in place, we call this being “in sport mode.”
Food Delivery We no longer are accepting food delivery for students from outside services. This is to ensure a safer environment for our students, and meal options will be available to any student, every day, through the school cafeteria. Should you need or wish to apply for free or reduced price meals, the link is here.
Identification Badges All secondary campuses will be providing students with Identification Badges to promote a safer environment. Following are our Cele expectations and information related to our IDs:
- Student IDs must be worn using a lanyard and visible at all times on campus (excluding pre-approved activities such as PE).
- We are providing the first ID and lanyard at no cost to students and families.
- If IDs are lost, defaced, or misplaced, a replacement ID and Lanyard must be purchased.
- Should a student repeatedly fail to meet expectations with student IDs, additional disciplinary consequences are possible.
Identification Badge Procedures
On any given day, 97% of our students arrive to campus with their student IDs already displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! New students will have their pictures taken and receive a new ID at no cost during the first few days of school. If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank near the Cafeteria so that we can determine a solution, which usually entails one of two options:
Option 1: Purchase a Replacement
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- The student may purchase the following items (cash only at this time)
- ID Card Replacement $2.00
- ID Badge Plastic Holder Replacement $2.00
- Standard Red or Black Lanyard $2.00
- Cele Colt Mascot Lanyard $3.00
Option 2: Borrow a Temporary ID
- First, your child will be instructed to contact a parent to inform them of the lost/misplaced ID
- Students will exchange a personal item (typically their cell phone) for a numbered, Temporary ID, Badge Holder, and Lanyard
- Students will return the Temporary ID at the end of the day and retrieve their personal items
- If parents are able to bring the ID to school, it will be delivered to the student as soon as practical and exchanged for the temporary ID
- Students who repeatedly need to borrow a temporary ID may be assigned a consequence by an administrator
Ben O’Connor
Principal &
Colt Country Champion
Colts have Grit!