NO BACKPACKS THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL-
Last Day of School Thursday May 28th dismissal will begin at 11:40- There is no Extended Day. Be on time to recieve your students! Pick up is NO LATER THAN 12:10!!! Prepare ahead of time so you can be punctual!
Don't forget Bus Registration end in July and Check back on the DCPS Extended Day page often for specifics on registration dates. They fill up quickly!
A HUGE thank you goes out to those families who were part of our Career Day. The students learned so much about careers and goal setting for their future... It's never to early to set goals.
Thank you for being a part of our MUSTANG FAMILY!
Good Afternoon, Mustang Families!
Please be on time for dismissal today. It is Friday of a holiday weekend, and we want to ensure all students are picked up safely and on time. We truly appreciate the many families who consistently arrive promptly each day. Your cooperation helps our dismissal process run smoothly for everyone.
💊 Medication Pick-Up Reminder:
All student medication must be signed out from the clinic by a parent/guardian no later than May 29th. Any medication remaining after June 1st will be disposed of in accordance with Health Department guidelines.
🎉 Thank You!
A huge thank you to all of our parents, community members, and presenters who helped make Career Day such a success today! Our students loved learning about the many careers and opportunities in our community. We appreciate your time, support, and willingness to invest in our Mustangs!
Have a safe and wonderful holiday weekend! 🐴
On your mark, get set, READ: Are you ready to take on the Sunshine State Young Readers Award (SSYRA) Challenge?
This year’s SSYRA books are packed with:
🔥 Action and adventure
😂 Funny moments
🕵️ Mysteries to solve
💙 Powerful friendships
🐉 Fantasy worlds
🚀 Incredible journeys
💡 Characters who inspire us to dream BIG
Reading SSYRA books is more than just reading—it’s joining a community of readers across Florida and showing what Mustang readers can do!
Think you’re not a “reader”? You just might not have found the right book YET. One SSYRA book could become your new favorite story of all time.
Challenge yourself:
📚 Read one book… then another… then another!
👥 Talk about books with friends
⭐ Vote for your favorite
🏅 Become a reading leader at CTES
Great readers are not born—they are built one book at a time. So grab a SSYRA book and let the adventure begin!
On your Mark, Get Set, READ!
Get ready to jump into an exciting adventure with the Sunshine State Young Readers Jr. (SSYRA) Books!
These books are full of:
✨ Silly characters
✨ Big adventures
✨ Laugh-out-loud moments
✨ Amazing friendships
✨ Mysteries, animals, heroes, and more!
When you join the SSYRA fun, you are not just reading books—you become part of a special team of readers across Florida!
Every book you read helps your brain grow stronger and your imagination bloom bigger! You may even find a story that feels like it was written just for YOU.
Not sure where to start? That’s okay! Pick one book, open the first page, and let the adventure begin. One great book can turn you into a lifelong reader.
So grab a book, find a cozy spot, and join the SSYRA excitement because here at CTES we are ready for adventure!
If anyone is looking for a fun, local activity to keep the kids moving this summer, there is an awesome Youth Basketball Camp coming up in Baldwin!
It’s a great opportunity for kids to get out of the house, learn some basketball fundamentals, and have a lot of fun on the court with friends. Whether they are just starting out or already love the game, it's going to be a great morning of hoops.
Here is the breakdown:
📍 Location: 291 Mill St W, Baldwin, FL 32234
💵 Cost: $30 per camper
📅 Grades 2nd–3rd: Monday, June 8th (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
📅 Grades 4th–6th: Friday, June 12th (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Spaces are limited, so if you'd like to sign your camper up, you can grab a spot at the registration link here:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8maon9VN51N8Xf1qT2rsq5mrHpyaB_IctplnxKBVC3I46PQ/viewform
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We want to thank Ms. Westphal and our PTA for the wonderfu family event this past Friday evening. The Art Walk and the Family game night was a success. We appreciate all of our volunteers who spent their evening at CTE supporting the event.
Tomorrow we kick off our End-of-Year Awards Programs! Please arrive a few minutes in advance to check in at the cafeteria doors with your valid ID. Our awards programs are short, and we do not want you to miss any part of your child’s special moment. We will also have a checkout desk located near the flagpole for families who plan to sign students out following the ceremony.
While on campus, all visitors must continue to follow school safety protocols and procedures. We are encouraging students to dress nicely for their awards ceremony, and we ask that these events be treated with the respect and decorum our students deserve as we celebrate their hard work and accomplishments.
As we prepare to close out the school year, please be on the lookout for important “Summer Jump Start” documents coming home this Friday. These documents outline foundational skills students should have mastered before entering the next grade level. For example, students leaving 3rd grade should know their multiplication facts with automaticity. Students entering grades 4 and 5 should continue practicing these facts over the summer and be prepared for assessments during the first weeks of school. These skills will be incorporated into quarter grades next year. A little practice over the summer can make a huge difference in helping students start the year strong.
We realize the weather is getting warmer and students are dressing for spring and summer temperatures. However, please make sure clothing still fits appropriately and follows school expectations. Shorts that fit in the fall may no longer fit appropriately in the spring. In addition, ALL shoes must have backs for student safety. Slides, slippers, and backless footwear are not permitted at school.
As we close out the year it is important that parents or guardians pick up all meds from the clinic prior to the end of the school year. Any meds left after June 3rd will be properly discarded as per health department procedures.
Be sure to monitor the district webpage for sign ups for extended day registration. That typically occurs early July. Those spots fill with in seconds of opening. You can find more info on the dcps webpage.
Same for bus registration be sure to register now for a bus for next year. Once registration closes you may have to wait weeks to get approved for a bus.
Finally, we need your help with timely student pickup. We continue to have the same small group of students being picked up late each week after dismissal has ended. Please begin making arrangements now to ensure your child is picked up on time each day. Repeated late pickups create supervision challenges for staff and can be stressful for students. We appreciate your cooperation and planning ahead as we finish the school year strong together.
Thank you for your continued support of our Mustangs!
Good Evening Mustang Families,
Tomorrow our 4th Grade Mustangs will take their FAST Math State Assessment! 🐎➕📐
Please help your child be successful by making sure they get a good night’s sleep and arrive to school on time and ready to do their best. Encourage them to apply themselves and use all the strategies they have learned this year. If they know it matters to you, it will matter to them.
We know our Mustangs are ready to shine! 🌟
We also ask that families plan ahead for afternoon dismissal. Car rider dismissal ends promptly at 3:10 PM daily. Thank you for helping us ensure all students are picked up on time.
Be on the lookout next week for Summer Jump Start tips and review materials coming home with students. These quick practice activities will help your child stay sharp and get a head start for the fall. Reviewing skills just a few times each week over the summer can make a big difference!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s go Mustangs! 🐎
Reminder: Tomorrow is the 4th Grade FAST Reading Test. Make sure students get a good night’s sleep and arrive on time, ready to show all they know.
Lights Camera Action it's teacher appreciation week at CTES. Be sure to tell you teacher how much you appreciate them! Thank you to our AMAZING PTA for showering them with love today!
Let’s cheer on our 4th grade Mustangs as they tackle the reading test tomorrow—we’re rooting for you! 🐎
Tomorrow morning, our 4th Grade Mustangs will take their FAST ELA Reading State Assessment. Please help set them up for success by ensuring they get a good night’s sleep and arrive to school on time, ready to do their best.
Your encouragement matters—if they know it matters to you, it will matter to them. Let’s show our Mustang P.R.I.D.E. and cheer them on as they shine! 🐎✨
Reminders for the Week of May 4th
May the 4th be with you, 5th Grade!
We are cheering you on as you take your State Assessment tomorrow, May 4th! Please make sure students arrive on time, well-rested, and ready to show all they know.
Important Testing Reminder for All Grades:
It is critical that students are present and on time on testing days. Once testing begins, students cannot be admitted back into testing classrooms, and we limit movement throughout the entire building to maintain a secure and distraction-free environment. If they know it matters to you, it will matter to them.
State Assessment Schedule:
Tuesday, May 5th – 4th Grade FAST Reading
Wednesday, May 6th – 3rd Grade FAST Math
Thursday, May 7th – 5th Grade FAST ELA
Teacher Appreciation Week 🎬🍎
Lights, Camera, Action! It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week at Chaffee Trail. Take a moment to help your child show their teacher how valued and appreciated they are!
Dismissal Reminder:
All students must be picked up by 3:10 PM. After this time, students are considered late pick-up. We are noticing the same students being picked up late each day. Please make arrangements in advance to ensure your child is picked up on time.
We value your time, and we ask that you also honor the time of our staff by ensuring timely dismissal each day. if you would like contact information for local childcare programs that provide transportation we can provide that.
It's spring and with the season change comes change in clothing...please make sure your students are meeting dress code. They have grown over the past 6 months.. what might have fit in August may no longer be appropriate for dress code in May. If they wear croc shoes they must have the backs on them. Backless shoes not allowed!
Thank you for your continued support of our Mustangs!
Be sure to review your science study guide
Get a good nights sleep Sunday evening
Be on time for school
Bring that positive attitude
You Got THIS!
Thank you for showing up and showing out for the first round of your state testing today. We only had 2 absences—that is incredible! You made us proud by leading the way and demonstrating just how important it is to arrive on time with a positive attitude, ready to do your best.
You set the tone for our entire school and showed our older Mustangs what Mustang P.R.I.D.E. looks like in action. Keep it going—we are cheering you on every step of the way!
5th Grade—you’re up next!
Let’s all be here Monday for the Science test. Come ready! Get a good night’s sleep, arrive on time, and bring a positive attitude. You are ready—now it’s your turn to show that MUSTANG P.R.I.D.E.: Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Engagement!
We are so proud of the hard work you’ve put in this school year, and we can’t wait to see you SHINE!
We kick off our 5th grade state testing with Science this Monday.
Make sure you get a good night’s sleep Sunday so you are ready to do your best. Take some time this weekend to review your Science study guide and refresh your thinking.
Arrive ON TIME Monday morning with a positive attitude, ready to lock in and show the district just how smart Chaffee Trail 5th graders are!
Let’s Level Up and make our Mustang Family proud!
Parents,
This is a reminder that our 3rd grade students will take their FAST Reading State Assessment tomorrow.
You can help set your child up for success by:
Ensuring they get a good night’s sleep (electronics off early)
Offering words of encouragement in the morning
Making sure they arrive at school on time and ready to go
If they know it matters to you, it will matter to them.
Arrival Reminder:
Doors open at 7:50 AM
Students are tardy at 8:30 AM
Once testing begins, we cannot admit late students into testing classrooms.
We appreciate your partnership and all you do to support your child’s success. We look forward to sharing results as soon as they are available.
