Cele Families,

We had an exciting week at Cele! Our hallways already are adorned with colorful papeles picados for Hispanic Heritage month thanks to Ms. Morphis and her Art students. We also received acknowledgement from the City of Austin and the Mayor’s Office for being recognized as one of the Healthiest Schools in the Austin area. We finished the day Friday with some of our students visiting virtually with author Saadia Faruqi, who wrote Yusuf Azeem is Not a Hero, one of the titles on this year’s Lonestar List of novels.

Read on for more details, and let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

 

Ben O’Connor

 

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit

 

Picture Day Sept. 28

Save the date! Picture day will be September 28^th during the school day, and we will distribute picture order envelopes Monday, September 25. All students will have their picture taken at no charge as part of being included in our annual yearbook. Picture envelopes are for ordering any optional picture packages.

 

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!

 

Suicide Prevention Month

The month of September is National Suicide Prevention Month. As part of our Social Emotional Learning Program during advisory on Monday, the 25th, we will present a brief presentation titled Share Hope Together: Know the Signs. We will also have our Social Worker, Ms. Duffina, present during the lunch periods with resources on mental wellness and flyers for 988, the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline.  Students will also be encouraged to participate in a hope-filled post-it activity throughout the week. 

 

We understand this is a sensitive topic and want to assure you we are approaching it with the utmost care. We want to provide you, as parents and guardians, access to the presentation first to provide you with transparent awareness on what we are presenting as well as the ability to vocalize any concerns. If you have any concerns, questions, or would like your child to sit out on this programming, please send them to me Ben.OConnor@pfisd.net

 

In addition, we have provided some resources on how to have conversations like these with your child. Studies have shown that increased connectedness to to individuals, family, community, and social institutions serves as a key protective factor in suicide prevention (Suicide Prevention Resource Center, 2022.) We also want to remind you that if you have any concerns about your child, we are here for them and would be happy to meet with them and talk about this issue or related mental health issues.

 

PTO Volunteers Needed

PTO’s largest fundraiser is providing concessions at Volleyball, Basketball, and Soccer games. We need volunteers to help make those concessions possible. Money earned goes towards campus wide events like dances, Jingle Bell Run, Field Day, and more! It also goes towards incentives for various programs that happen throughout the year. Help us raise money so that we can continue to support the students and staff. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084EABAA2DA7FA7-2023

 

UIL Registration Time

This is the time of year where we begin recruiting students who would like to enter the UIL Contest. UIL stands for University Interscholastic League, an organization that governs all athletic and academic contests in the state of Texas. UIL academic programs are designed to support basic curriculum and allow the students to apply what they learn in the classroom. Students do this by selecting a contest to enter, spend a couple of months practicing the concepts under the supervision of a coach (occasionally before or after school), and then compete at the fall and spring meets. If your child would be interested, please complete the following form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehzaEQS_S46rqfeDSdkOMcfgiLAb_I1_0HQ0BN_NU8hTJ4tA/viewform

 

Destination Imagination

Destination Imagination (DI) teams are forming now.  Teams are 4-7 students who select a challenge, work on a solution, and then perform at the regional tournament on Feb 10, 2023.  It’s a fun opportunity for creativity, collaboration, and creative problem solving.  If your child is interested, please return the interest form to the Front Office or the Cele Library, or fill out the online form by Sept 25. Teams need parent volunteers to be Team Managers, co-managers, and Instant Challenge Coaches.  Please fill out an Adult Volunteer application on the PfISD website as soon as possible, if you would like to act in one of these roles.

 

Lunch

Please remember that families must complete a free & reduced lunch application again this year to qualify for free or reduced lunch. As always, any student is allowed to purchase lunch from the cafeteria each day. Updated prices are provided below.

Free & Reduced Lunch Application: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Free and Reduced Meals Application 

Meal Prices: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Meal Prices 

 

Chromebook Distribution

Students can now pick up their district-issued laptops in the Think Tank, located near the Cele Cafeteria. Prior to receiving a Chromebook, parents will need to complete the Chromebook Agreement on your Family Skyward account for each student. All returning students should bring their Chromebooks to school, fully charged, daily. Students and families are required to report any damage and keep their district-issued Chromebooks in working order to fully engage with each day’s lessons.

 

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

 

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 Skyward

Need 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 are 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 $5.00
  • 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

 

 

Cele Families,

 

Thank you to our Cele PTO Parents who stepped up to serve as Board Members and Committee Chairs for this school year! Parents if you were not able to be a part of last week’s meeting but would like to stay connected with our PTO, the Cele PTO Facebook page is a great place to start.

 

Read on for more details, and let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

 

Ben O’Connor

 

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit

 

Picture Day Sept. 28

Picture day will be Sep 28th and want to give advance notice.  The office will distribute the envelopes Friday 22th in the afternoon for teachers to have them in their boxes and ready to be passed out Monday Sep 25th.  That way students can take them home the week of and not lose them.

 

Colt Athletics Shirt

Attention Super Fans! Order your Lady Colts Athletics Shirt using this link. Orders are due by this TUESDAY, September 12.

 

PTO Volunteers Needed

PTO’s largest fundraiser is providing concessions at Volleyball, Basketball, and Soccer games. We need volunteers to help make those concessions possible. Money earned goes towards campus wide events like dances, Jingle Bell Run, Field Day, and more! It also goes towards incentives for various programs that happen throughout the year. Help us raise money so that we can continue to support the students and staff. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084EABAA2DA7FA7-2023

 

UIL Registration Time

This is the time of year where we begin recruiting students who would like to enter the UIL Contest. UIL stands for University Interscholastic League, an organization that governs all athletic and academic contests in the state of Texas. UIL academic programs are designed to support basic curriculum and allow the students to apply what they learn in the classroom. Students do this by selecting a contest to enter, spend a couple of months practicing the concepts under the supervision of a coach (occasionally before or after school), and then compete at the fall and spring meets. If your child would be interested, please complete the following form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehzaEQS_S46rqfeDSdkOMcfgiLAb_I1_0HQ0BN_NU8hTJ4tA/viewform

 

Destination Imagination

Destination Imagination (DI) teams are forming now.  Teams are 4-7 students who select a challenge, work on a solution, and then perform at the regional tournament on Feb 10, 2023.  It’s a fun opportunity for creativity, collaboration, and creative problem solving.  If your child is interested, please return the interest form to the Front Office or the Cele Library, or fill out the online form by Sept 25.  There will be a parent meeting in the PfISD Boardroom on Sept 14, from 6-7pm, if you have questions or would like more information.  Teams need parent volunteers to be Team Managers, co-managers, and Instant Challenge Coaches.  Please fill out an Adult Volunteer application on the PfISD website as soon as possible, if you would like to act in one of these roles.

 

Lunch and Learn Sept. 12

Our first lunch and learn is about Youth Vaping and the new house bill. Please see this flyer (en Espanol) for information on how to participate September 12 from 12-1pm. Effective Sept. 1, House Bill 114, mandates students caught in possession of, selling or using e-cigarettes will be required to attend the district’s alternative education program and an agency-approved drug and alcohol awareness. Pflugerville ISD is asking parents to discuss these new state requirements with their students to help them understand the consequences of having these substances at school. Let’s partner in keeping our students on campus and safe!

 

Weiss Scarlets Clinic

The Weiss Scarlets will have a Junior Clinic for Pre-K through 8^th Graders taking place on September 26^th with a performance on September 29^th. If you are interested, you can register now by visiting https://www.weissdance.org/junior-scarlets-dance-clinic

 

Pfusion Fall Kids Dance Clinic

It’s that time of year again – Pfusion Dance & JV at Pflugerville High School are preparing to host their annual Fall Kids Dance Clinic! We always love to have as many PFISD students as possible take advantage of this fun opportunity. You will find more information on the attached flyer. This is an excellent way for students to get moving and enjoy the arts.

 

Lunch

Please remember that families must complete a free & reduced lunch application again this year to qualify for free or reduced lunch. As always, any student is allowed to purchase lunch from the cafeteria each day. Updated prices are provided below.

Free & Reduced Lunch Application: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Free and Reduced Meals Application 

Meal Prices: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Meal Prices 

 

NEW STUDENT Chromebook Distribution

New students can now pick up their district-issued laptops in the Think Tank, located near the Cele Cafeteria. Prior to receiving a Chromebook, parents will need to complete the Chromebook Agreement on your Family Skyward account for each student. All returning students should bring their Chromebooks to school, fully charged, daily. Students and families are required to report any damage and keep their district-issued Chromebooks in working order to fully engage with each day’s lessons.

 

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

 

Join the Cele Campus Academic Advisory Committee

Colts, we have secured two parent members for our CAAC and still are looking for Community Members and Business Members to serve on our Campus Academic Advisory Committee. For an overview of the role the committee serves, you may view this slideshow. If you are interested in joining, please email Ben.OConnor@pfisd.net directly.

 

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 Skyward

Need 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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

 

 

Cele Families,

 

I hope you had a wonderful weekend with your family. Our teachers were hard at work today learning together with colleagues from around the district as we continue our mission to ensure each Colt grows a little smarter EVERY day. One way we accomplish this is through our Advisory period. Your child has had a routine of participating in guidance lessons on Mondays, practicing math or reading skills on Tuesdays and Thursdays, reading from a self-selected book on Wednesdays, and checking grades and “Taking Care of Business” each Friday.

 

Beginning next week, some of our students will be reassigned to a different Advisory classroom. Our aim is to have some of our students working closely with their teachers on tutorials during this time. If your child is not participating in tutorials, the Advisory schedule will continue as usual.

 

Read on for more details, and let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

 

Ben O’Connor

 

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit

 

 

PTO Meeting and District VATRE presentation TOMORROW

Our first PTO Meeting is September 6^th from 6-7pm in the cafeteria. We will begin with a presentation on the upcoming VATRE from the Superintendent’s Office. Following the presentation, join us to vote on this year's budget and see how the PTO supports the campus staff and students. We are still looking for a few more board positions and will be reviewing those at the meeting. Have some ideas for the campus this year? Come share! Door Prizes will be given out too.

 

PTO’s largest fundraiser is providing concessions at Volleyball, Basketball, and Soccer games. We need volunteers to help make those concessions possible. Money earned goes towards campus wide events like dances, Jingle Bell Run, Field Day, and more! It also goes towards incentives for various programs that happen throughout the year. Help us raise money so that we can continue to support the students and staff. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084EABAA2DA7FA7-2023

 

UIL Registration Time

This is the time of year where we begin recruiting students who would like to enter the UIL Contest. UIL stands for University Interscholastic League, an organization that governs all athletic and academic contests in the state of Texas. UIL academic programs are designed to support basic curriculum and allow the students to apply what they learn in the classroom. Students do this by selecting a contest to enter, spend a couple of months practicing the concepts under the supervision of a coach (occasionally before or after school), and then compete at the fall and spring meets. If your child would be interested, please complete the following form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehzaEQS_S46rqfeDSdkOMcfgiLAb_I1_0HQ0BN_NU8hTJ4tA/viewform

 

Destination Imagination

Destination Imagination (DI) teams are forming now.  Teams are 4-7 students who select a challenge, work on a solution, and then perform at the regional tournament on Feb 10, 2023.  It’s a fun opportunity for creativity, collaboration, and creative problem solving.  If your child is interested, please return the interest form to the Front Office or the Cele Library, or fill out the online form by Sept 25.  There will be a parent meeting in the PfISD Boardroom on Sept 14, from 6-7pm, if you have questions or would like more information.  Teams need parent volunteers to be Team Managers, co-managers, and Instant Challenge Coaches.  Please fill out an Adult Volunteer application on the PfISD website as soon as possible, if you would like to act in one of these roles.

 

Cele Colts Spirit Wear Fundraiser FINAL WEEK

We have a Cele team store taking orders from now until September 6. This is your opportunity to purchase Cele Colts gear in a variety of options, even Nike & Lululemon. Orders placed will be mailed to the buyer. Direct Order Link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CMSVOLLEY Access Code: CMSVOLLEY

 

Lunch and Learn Sept. 12

Our first lunch and learn is about Youth Vaping and the new house bill. Please see this flyer (en Espanol) for information on how to participate September 12 from 12-1pm. Effective Sept. 1, House Bill 114, mandates students caught in possession of, selling or using e-cigarettes will be required to attend the district’s alternative education program and an agency-approved drug and alcohol awareness. Pflugerville ISD is asking parents to discuss these new state requirements with their students to help them understand the consequences of having these substances at school. Let’s partner in keeping our students on campus and safe!

 

Cele Social Worker

We are very fortunate to have our own, full-time social worker at Cele Middle School. If ever you have a need or know of an unmet need in our Cele community, you may make a referral to our Social Worker, Rachel.Duffina@pfisd.net, by using the following form: https://forms.gle/t3ZXBcVMwVRfs42V9

 

Weiss Scarlets Clinic

The Weiss Scarlets will have a Junior Clinic for Pre-K through 8^th Graders taking place on September 26^th with a performance on September 29^th. If you are interested, you can register now by visiting https://www.weissdance.org/junior-scarlets-dance-clinic

 

Pfusion Fall Kids Dance Clinic

It’s that time of year again – Pfusion Dance & JV at Pflugerville High School are preparing to host their annual Fall Kids Dance Clinic! We always love to have as many PFISD students as possible take advantage of this fun opportunity. You will find more information on the attached flyer. This is an excellent way for students to get moving and enjoy the arts.

 

Lunch

One of our objectives is to take the guess work out of the first few days of school to the greatest extent possible. To help achieve this we start each school year with very structured seating in the cafeteria, ensuring that students are spared what can sometimes be an anxious and time-consuming process of determining where to sit and who to sit with. Each grade level team will structure a gradual release of choice with seating as students demonstrate comfort and familiarity with our expectations.

 

Please remember that families must complete a free & reduced lunch application again this year to qualify for free or reduced lunch. As always, any student is allowed to purchase lunch from the cafeteria each day. Updated prices are provided below.

Free & Reduced Lunch Application: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Free and Reduced Meals Application 

Meal Prices: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Meal Prices 

 

NEW STUDENT Chromebook Distribution

New students can now pick up their district-issued laptops in the Think Tank, located near the Cele Cafeteria. Prior to receiving a Chromebook, parents will need to complete the Chromebook Agreement on your Family Skyward account for each student. All returning students should bring their Chromebooks to school, fully charged, daily. Students and families are required to report any damage and keep their district-issued Chromebooks in working order to fully engage with each day’s lessons.

 

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

 

Join the Cele Campus Academic Advisory Committee

Colts, we have secured two parent members for our CAAC and still are looking for Community Members and Business Members to serve on our Campus Academic Advisory Committee. For an overview of the role the committee serves, you may view this slideshow. If you are interested in joining, please email Ben.OConnor@pfisd.net directly.

 

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 Skyward

Need 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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

 

 

Cele Families,

 

This week we migrated to a new communication system for mass emails. Should you know of anyone who typically receives the Sunday Update and did not receive this message, I would appreciate knowing so that we can ensure everyone is connected.

 

A reminder that Open House is tomorrow, Monday, August 28, and a reminder that our students have a FOUR-DAY weekend coming up in observance of the Labor Day holiday. You can reference the District Academic Calendar at this link.

 

Read on for more details, and let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

 

Ben O’Connor

 

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit

 

Open House THIS Monday, August 28

Our Open House will be held at Cele Monday, August 28, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 pm. Our Cele PTO has secured DonutNV for the evening in case you want to treat yourself and the family before or after the event. The format is a casual, come and go setting in which you may visit you child’s teachers in any order you choose. Please be sure to have a copy of your child’s schedule on hand, or, be able to access your child’s schedule using the Skyward Parent Portal (instructions later in this week’s message). We look forward to seeing you there!

 

PTO News

Our first PTO Meeting is September 6^th from 6-7pm in the library. Join us to vote on this year's budget and see how the PTO supports the campus staff and students. We are still looking for a few more board positions and will be reviewing those at the meeting. Have some ideas for the campus this year? Come share! Door Prizes will be given out too. 

 

PTO’s largest fundraiser is providing concessions at Volleyball, Basketball, and Soccer games. We need volunteers to help make those concessions possible. Money earned goes towards campus wide events like dances, Jingle Bell Run, Field Day, and more! It also goes towards incentives for various programs that happen throughout the year. Help us raise money so that we can continue to support the students and staff. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084EABAA2DA7FA7-2023

 

UIL Registration Time

This is the time of year where we begin recruiting students who would like to enter the UIL Contest. UIL stands for University Interscholastic League, an organization that governs all athletic and academic contests in the state of Texas. UIL academic programs are designed to support basic curriculum and allow the students to apply what they learn in the classroom. Students do this by selecting a contest to enter, spend a couple of months practicing the concepts under the supervision of a coach (occasionally before or after school), and then compete at the fall and spring meets. If your child would be interested, please complete the following form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehzaEQS_S46rqfeDSdkOMcfgiLAb_I1_0HQ0BN_NU8hTJ4tA/viewform

 

Volleyball Fundraiser Now Live

We have a Cele team store taking orders from now until August 31^st - it’s not sport specific, just Cele Colts gear in a variety of options, even Lululemon.

Orders placed will be mailed to the buyer. Direct Order Link: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CMSVOLLEY Access Code: CMSVOLLEY

 

Cele Social Worker

We are very fortunate to have our own, full-time social worker at Cele Middle School. If ever you have a need or know of an unmet need in our Cele community, you may make a referral to our Social Worker, Rachel.Duffina@pfisd.net, by using the following form: https://forms.gle/t3ZXBcVMwVRfs42V9

In the meantime,!

 

Lunch

One of our objectives is to take the guess work out of the first few days of school to the greatest extent possible. To help achieve this we start each school year with very structured seating in the cafeteria, ensuring that students are spared what can sometimes be an anxious and time-consuming process of determining where to sit and who to sit with. Each grade level team will structure a gradual release of choice with seating as students demonstrate comfort and familiarity with our expectations.

 

Please remember that families must complete a free & reduced lunch application again this year to qualify for free or reduced lunch. As always, any student is allowed to purchase lunch from the cafeteria each day. Updated prices are provided below.

Free & Reduced Lunch Application: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Free and Reduced Meals Application 

Meal Prices: Food and Child Nutrition Services / Meal Prices 

 

Weiss Scarlets Clinic

The Weiss Scarlets will have a Junior Clinic for Pre-K through 8^th Graders taking place on September 26^th with a performance on September 29^th. The Scarlets will be at Cele on the morning of Tuesday, August 29, to pass out flyers during morning arrival. If you are interested, you can register now by visiting https://www.weissdance.org/junior-scarlets-dance-clinic

 

NEW STUDENT Chromebook Distribution

New students can now pick up their district-issued laptops in the Think Tank, located near the Cele Cafeteria. Prior to receiving a Chromebook, parents will need to complete the Chromebook Agreement on your Family Skyward account for each student. All returning students should bring their Chromebooks to school, fully charged, daily. Students and families are required to report any damage and keep their district-issued Chromebooks in working order to fully engage with each day’s lessons.

 

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

 

Join the Cele Campus Academic Advisory Committee

Colts, we have secured two parent members for our CAAC and still are looking for Community Members and Business Members to serve on our Campus Academic Advisory Committee. For an overview of the role the committee serves, you may view this slideshow. If you are interested in joining, please email Ben.OConnor@pfisd.net directly.

 

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 Skyward

Need 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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

 

 

Cele Families,

First, thank you to our amazing PTO and parent volunteers who helped make the 8^th grade dance such a memorable experience. It was a joy to see our students enjoy the evening and one another for the evening. Our PTO also sponsored inflatables for Field Day tomorrow and a final lunch and breakfast for our teachers this week. THANK YOU to the amazing leadership in the PTO for all the support this year!

It has been an absolute privilege to work with your children again this year, and it flew by. We have three-and-a-half days remaining in the school year, and while we have some celebrations coming up, our priority remains finishing the year strong and on a positive note. Parents, thank you for keeping an eye out for any dress code issues as your child heads out the door this week – each successful day at Cele starts at home!

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit  #CeleCompassion

Action Item:

Parents, if your child will not be returning to PfISD for the coming school year, please email Marisol.Avila@pfisd.net to make arrangements to withdraw your student, return your child’s Chromebook and charger, and return any library books or school-owned materials. A reminder that parents of all returning PfISD students DO NOT need to register, but parents DO need to complete the verification forms that currently are posted in your child’s Skyward portal.

Grade Level Assemblies Thursday

As in previous years, we will have a brief, grade level assembly the morning of Thursday, May 25, and students will be dismissed at 12:45 pm for the Early Release Day. The focus of the ceremony is to close the year on a positive note for all students and to bring each grade level class together with the teachers who serve them to celebrate. Our teachers and counselors notified parents of any students who will receive special recognition for outstanding work. Parents of students recognized also received a zoom link to view the ceremony remotely since it would be impractical to accommodate a parent audience in-person for this quick event. Please contact your child’s teacher, counselor, or grade level principal with any questions.

Maker Camp

The Cele Library is hosting Maker Camp, open to current and incoming Colts, 1 - 4:30pm, July 31-August 2.  It's a chance for kids to have fun, be creative, and make new friends.  Get more information and sign up here.  Contact the librarian if you have questions at margaret.dominguez@pfisd.net.

Nurse Notifications for End of Year

I can’t believe it is already time to start thinking about our next school year, but it will be here before we know it!  I know summer is a busy time in most physicians’ offices, so I wanted to remind you to make those summertime appointments early.  Below you will find the forms needed for the start of the next school year.  Some of these forms will need to be filled out and signed by your child’s physician.  If your child has any procedures that need to be done during school hours, we will also need orders from your physician.

If your child has any medication stored in the nurse’s clinic, please note that all medications must be picked up before noon on 05/26/2022.

Notification of Renewal of Health Plan

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10wLrJuIMKljncDh3CUhigGR_Zv0ZaYz0SeAJggc1-7Q/edit?usp=sharing

Notification of Medication Pick Up

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ysdH6ARyB1bAxArdMZvc_Hr73rR6T05hstahMJzxyrs/edit?usp=sharing

 

*Action Item* Shot Records

All incoming 7th graders will be required to have the following immunizations before they start school in August 2023. Students WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BE IN SCHOOL ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL WITHOUT A CURRENT SHOT RECORD.

The following vaccines are required for 7th graders:

• Meningococcal (MCV) – 1 dose is required( given on or after the 11th birthday)
• Varicella (Chicken Pox) – 2 doses are required
• Tdap – A booster dose IF it has been at least 5 years since the last dose.
• Hepatitis A – 2 doses are required

If you have any questions, please contact your school health office at 512-594-2435.

Yearbook Distribution

Yearbook orders now have ended. Yearbooks were distributed to students this past week. We strongly encourage all students to put their name in their yearbook or write their name along the edge of the yearbook to quickly identify it as their own. Parents, you may consider having your child keep their yearbooks at home for the remainder of the year to avoid it becoming lost or misplaced. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

Cele Families,

 We have many events scheduled over the next two weeks to CELEbrate some of the accomplishments our Colts have made. Nevertheless, our focus these next eight-and-a-half days is to finish the school year strong.

This past Friday we brought all students to the cafeteria for our weekly “Taking Care of Business” activity that typically happens in Advisory. Each student was asked to open Skyward and inspect their grades. I asked each student I spoke with two questions: “What are you most proud of?,” and, “What is your biggest opportunity for improvement?” Some struggled to answer, but everyone eventually gave a well-reasoned response and was able to name an action they could take in the next 10 minutes to improve.

If you are looking for an easy way to engage with your child about his or her performance so far this year and how to finish strong, you might simply ask those same two questions. I am very proud of the fact that our Colts have come to understand that hard work pays off, and that even if the gradebook shows “100,” you always have an opportunity to grow a little smarter EVERY DAY.

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit  #CeleCompassion

 

8^th Grade Dance May 19th

The 8th Grade Dance will take place on May 19^th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.  Tickets are $5.00 and will be on sale starting May 8^th until May 18^th. 

Our planning team has created an 8^th grade dance Amazon Wish list to help with preparations. If you are able to contribute, you can do so at this link.

Book Fair

The Cele Library is hosting a book fair by Book People THIS week, May 15-19.  Summer reading titles for students taking Advanced ELA classes next year will be available, along with many other great books for everyone. Sales support the library. See the book fair flyer here and the PfISD Summer Reading List here. 

Maker Camp

The Cele Library is hosting Maker Camp, open to current and incoming Colts, 1 - 4:30pm, July 31-August 2.  It's a chance for kids to have fun, be creative, and make new friends.  Get more information and sign up here.  Contact the librarian if you have questions at margaret.dominguez@pfisd.net.

Nurse Notifications for End of Year

I can’t believe it is already time to start thinking about our next school year, but it will be here before we know it!  I know summer is a busy time in most physicians’ offices, so I wanted to remind you to make those summertime appointments early.  Below you will find the forms needed for the start of the next school year.  Some of these forms will need to be filled out and signed by your child’s physician.  If your child has any procedures that need to be done during school hours, we will also need orders from your physician.

If your child has any medication stored in the nurse’s clinic, please note that all medications must be picked up before noon on 05/26/2022.

 

Notification of Renewal of Health Plan

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10wLrJuIMKljncDh3CUhigGR_Zv0ZaYz0SeAJggc1-7Q/edit?usp=sharing

Notification of Medication Pick Up

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ysdH6ARyB1bAxArdMZvc_Hr73rR6T05hstahMJzxyrs/edit?usp=sharing

 

*Action Item* Shot Records

All incoming 7th graders will be required to have the following immunizations before they start school in August 2023. Students WILL NOT BE ALLOWED BE IN SCHOOL ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL WITHOUT A CURRENT SHOT RECORD.

The following vaccines are required for 7th graders:

• Meningococcal (MCV) – 1 dose is required( given on or after the 11th birthday)
• Varicella (Chicken Pox) – 2 doses are required
• Tdap – A booster dose IF it has been at least 5 years since the last dose.
• Hepatitis A – 2 doses are required

If you have any questions, please contact your school health office at 512-594-2435.

Yearbook Distribution

Yearbook orders now have ended. We will distribute yearbooks as soon as they arrive. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

All students need a functional charger and must purchase a replacement if theirs has been misplaced. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

 

Athletics Competitions

Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus 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 events. These expectations are in place to ensure students are only on campus while supervision is available. We have announced these expectations to our students over the PA most weeks, but please ensure your student is aware before attending. Tickets will only be available online, 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.

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

Cele Families,

Thank you to everyone who sent in donations for Teacher Appreciation that officially kicks off this week! A special thank you to our band parents who treated our Colt Staff to Taco lunch last week - it was perfect timing!

If you want to make a Teacher’s day this week, I encourage you to reach out by email directly in order to send a quick message. Even though it takes only a moment, it really is impactful. 

A final reminder that students in grades 6, 7, and 8 will have STAAR and End-of-Course Math tests to take this Wednesday. We once again will be on a modified schedule and unable to accept any lunch items or any other deliveries on that day.

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit  #CeleCompassion

 

8^th Grade Dance May 19th

The 8th Grade Dance will take place on May 19^th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.  Tickets are $5.00 and will be on sale starting May 8^th until May 18^th. 

Our planning team has created an 8^th grade dance Amazon Wish list to help with preparations. If you are able to contribute, you can do so at this link.

Book Fair

The Cele Library is hosting a book fair by Book People the week of May 15-19.  Summer reading titles for students taking Advanced ELA classes next year will be available, along with many other great books for everyone. Sales support the library. See the book fair flyer here and the PfISD Summer Reading List here. 

Maker Camp

The Cele Library is hosting Maker Camp, open to current and incoming Colts, 1 - 4:30pm, July 31-August 2.  It's a chance for kids to have fun, be creative, and make new friends.  Get more information and sign up here.  Contact the librarian if you have questions at margaret.dominguez@pfisd.net.

Nurse Notifications for End of Year

I can’t believe it is already time to start thinking about our next school year, but it will be here before we know it!  I know summer is a busy time in most physicians’ offices, so I wanted to remind you to make those summertime appointments early.  Below you will find the forms needed for the start of the next school year.  Some of these forms will need to be filled out and signed by your child’s physician.  If your child has any procedures that need to be done during school hours, we will also need orders from your physician.

If your child has any medication stored in the nurse’s clinic, please note that all medications must be picked up before noon on 05/26/2022.

Notification of Renewal of Health Plan

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10wLrJuIMKljncDh3CUhigGR_Zv0ZaYz0SeAJggc1-7Q/edit?usp=sharing

Notification of Medication Pick Up

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ysdH6ARyB1bAxArdMZvc_Hr73rR6T05hstahMJzxyrs/edit?usp=sharing

Volunteers for Soccer Concessions Needed

The PTO raises money for the campus by providing concessions to various sports games throughout the year. Soccer season has begun and we need volunteers. All games now are held on Thursdays starting at 5:30pm. Review the sign up to see how you can help. Thank you in advance, we really appreciate your help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084eabaa2da7fa7-soccer3#/

Volunteering with the PTO (no matter how big or small) helps create a successful year with campus events and initiatives. Here is a survey you can fill out too: https://forms.gle/sAYSeN5P99VARM61A we look forward to seeing you on April 12th. The Zoom link is https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89339250580 and the passcode is CelePTO

Yearbooks May Sell Out

Yearbook orders will end by May 14, but they may end sooner if our pre-ordered stock of last-minute orders are sold. This flyer has information needed to order your yearbook. The price increased on April 1, 2023. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

Parents, we have noticed more of our students do not have a Chromebook Charger. They have found ways to make it through the day by borrowing a charger or charging at home; however, this presents potential problems. All students need a functional charger because all students will be using their Chromebooks for extended testing periods. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

Athletics Competitions

Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus 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 events. These expectations are in place to ensure students are only on campus while supervision is available. We have announced these expectations to our students over the PA most weeks, but please ensure your student is aware before attending. Tickets will only be available online, 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.

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

 

Cele Families,

Our Cele teachers are extraordinary, caring, talented people who give 100% to our Cele students every day. We proudly are preparing for teacher appreciation week, which begins Monday, May 8, and we could use assistance in the way of a few donations. If you are able to support us with one of the items on this list, you, too, would be greatly appreciated! Please send in your gift before or by this Wednesday, May 3rd.  Feel free to call 512-594-3026 for any questions. 

Congratulations to Band, Choir, and Kick Start, all of whom had incredible performances and represented themselves and Cele in exceptional fashion. I am so very, very proud to be a Colt these days.

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit  #CeleCompassion

Donations for Teacher Appreciation Week

Parents, we are preparing for teacher appreciation week and could use assistance in the way of a few donations. If you are able to support  us with one of the items on this list, you, too, would be greatly appreciated! Please send in your gift before or by Wednesday, May 3rd.  Feel free to call 512-594-3026 for any questions. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe23kHkYRQuDO4VGqQUZLvQJ0_T0Hn34KE-ntbePgFXRtoong/viewform

Student Athletes Medal in Track and Field

Our Colts competed last weekend in the Special Olympics Area Track and Field competition in Round Rock along with 650 other athletes from the area. Congratulations to our Colt Medal winners:

Connor Pilkington – 50 Meter Run – Gold; Turbo-javelin – Bronze

Hudsyn Allen – 50 Meter Run – Bronze; Shot put – Silver

Aleigha Bratchett – 50 Meter Run – 4^th place; Softball Throw – Bronze

We are so proud of our Colt/Falcon athletes! Congratulations!

Book Fair

The Cele Library is hosting a book fair by Book People the week of May 15-19.  Summer reading titles for students taking Advanced ELA classes next year will be available, along with many other great books for everyone. Sales support the library. See the book fair flyer here and the PfISD Summer Reading List here. 

Maker Camp

The Cele Library is hosting Maker Camp, open to current and incoming Colts, 1 - 4:30pm, July 31-August 2.  It's a chance for kids to have fun, be creative, and make new friends.  Get more information and sign up here.  Contact the librarian if you have questions at margaret.dominguez@pfisd.net.

National Junior Honor Society

We have had inquiries regarding our National Junior Honor Society process for inducting new students for the 2023-2034 school year. In the past, we have had selection and induction either in the spring or in the fall, and with the transition to new sponsors for the coming school year, we have decided to select Inductees for the coming school year this fall. Students who meet the criteria will be invited to apply next school year and informed of the process.

Volunteers for Soccer Concessions Needed

The PTO raises money for the campus by providing concessions to various sports games throughout the year. Soccer season has begun and we need volunteers. All games now are held on Thursdays starting at 5:30pm. Review the sign up to see how you can help. Thank you in advance, we really appreciate your help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084eabaa2da7fa7-soccer3#/

Volunteering with the PTO (no matter how big or small) helps create a successful year with campus events and initiatives. Here is a survey you can fill out too: https://forms.gle/sAYSeN5P99VARM61A we look forward to seeing you on April 12th. The Zoom link is https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89339250580 and the passcode is CelePTO

Camp Invention Leadership Opportunity for Cele Students

Please see the linked flyer for information on one of the summer opportunities hosted in PfISD. Our Cele students have an opportunity to become Leaders in Training at Camp Invention this summer.  They will engage in STEM activities and learn valuable leadership skills working with younger students.

Yearbooks May Sell Out

Yearbook orders will end by May 14, but they may end sooner if our pre-ordered stock of last-minute orders are sold. This flyer has information needed to order your yearbook. The price increased on April 1, 2023. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

Parents, we have noticed more of our students do not have a Chromebook Charger. They have found ways to make it through the day by borrowing a charger or charging at home; however, this presents potential problems. All students need a functional charger because all students will be using their Chromebooks for extended testing periods. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

8^th Grade Dance Preparation

Our planning team has created an 8^th grade dance Amazon Wish list to help with preparations. If you are able to contribute, you can do so at this link. Save the date for Friday, May 19, 2023 from 6:00-9:00 pm.

Athletics Competitions

Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus 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 events. These expectations are in place to ensure students are only on campus while supervision is available. We have announced these expectations to our students over the PA most weeks, but please ensure your student is aware before attending. Tickets will only be available online, 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.

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

Cele Families,

Monday is Administrative Professionals Day, and we have an AMAZING front office staff. I invite you to share a kind word of appreciation by email if you have had the pleasure of working with any member of our team:

Nicole Christensen, Administrative Assistant

Jessica Wells, Student Records Specialist

Marisol Avila, Registrar

Liz Delgado, Senior Administrative Assistant

Please note: All Cele Staff will be in a mandatory safety training after school this Wednesday, April 26, 2023, and as a result all practices, clubs, and after-school tutoring will be canceled for that day. We will announce this to our students as well to be sure everyone makes alternative arrangements.

Finally, our students impressed me with how diligently they worked last week on their state assessments. This Wednesday and Thursday we again will run an adjusted schedule as students participate in the Science and Social Studies STAAR tests. Thank you for helping our Colts be ready for school EVERY DAY so that they can show off their learning on days like these.

For your reference, here are the remaining testing days:

Wednesday, April 26: 8^th Grade STAAR Science

Thursday, April 27: 8^th Grade STAAR Social Studies

Wednesday, May 10: STAAR Math or Algebra End Of Course Exam for Grades 6-8

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

 

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

#CeleGrit  #CeleCompassion

Donations for Teacher Appreciation Week

Parents, we are preparing for teacher appreciation week and could use assistance in the way of a few donations. If you are able to support  us with one of the items on this list, you, too, would be greatly appreciated! Please send in your gift before or by Wednesday, May 3rd.  Feel free to call 512-594-3026 for any questions. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe23kHkYRQuDO4VGqQUZLvQJ0_T0Hn34KE-ntbePgFXRtoong/viewform

Volunteers for Soccer Concessions Needed

The PTO raises money for the campus by providing concessions to various sports games throughout the year. Soccer season has begun and we need volunteers. All games now are held on Thursdays starting at 5:30pm. Review the sign up to see how you can help. Thank you in advance, we really appreciate your help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084eabaa2da7fa7-soccer3#/

Volunteering with the PTO (no matter how big or small) helps create a successful year with campus events and initiatives. Here is a survey you can fill out too: https://forms.gle/sAYSeN5P99VARM61A we look forward to seeing you on April 12th. The Zoom link is https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89339250580 and the passcode is CelePTO

Teacher Appreciation Week is in just one month. A quick and easy way to lift up our teachers is to send a quick note of appreciation. You can do so easily by completing This Form. We will be sure to pass along your words of appreciation and encouragement to our amazing Cele Staff!

Camp Invention Leadership Opportunity for Cele Students

Please see the linked flyer for information on one of the summer opportunities hosted in PfISD. Our Cele students have an opportunity to become Leaders in Training at Camp Invention this summer.  They will engage in STEM activities and learn valuable leadership skills working with younger students.

Yearbooks Still Available for a Limited Time

It is time to order yearbooks for this school year. This flyer has information needed to order your yearbook. The price increased on April 1, 2023. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

Parents, we have noticed more of our students do not have a Chromebook Charger. They have found ways to make it through the day by borrowing a charger or charging at home; however, this presents potential problems. All students need a functional charger because all students will be using their Chromebooks for extended testing periods. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k

On Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. Weiss Bands will host their annual event, Pack Around the Park. $45 10k / $35 5k / $20 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 4/19* More information can be found at 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!!

8^th Grade Dance Preparation

Our planning team has created an 8^th grade dance Amazon Wish list to help with preparations. If you are able to contribute, you can do so at this link. Save the date for Friday, May 19, 2023 from 6:00-9:00 pm.

 Athletics Competitions

Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus 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 events. These expectations are in place to ensure students are only on campus while supervision is available. We have announced these expectations to our students over the PA most weeks, but please ensure your student is aware before attending. Tickets will only be available online, 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.

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!

Cele Families,

This Wednesday we will run an adjusted schedule as students participate in the Reading STAAR test. Our students and teachers have put in the hard work all year long to prepare, so on testing day students should arrive with a confident smile. While a relaxed and ready attitude is appropriate, wearing pajama pants is not. We want students to show their grit and work just as hard as they do every other day. If you think your child may have a notion to wear PJs Wednesday, I would appreciate any assistance you can provide on the home front to set us up for success Wednesday.

One other favor: I ask that you please do not deliver lunch to your child this Wednesday nor on any future STAAR testing days. The support staff who usually assist with this will have their hands full with other duties, and our office staff will be even busier than usual with additional responsibilities throughout the day.

For your reference, here are the remaining testing days:
 

Wednesday, April 26: 8^th Grade STAAR Science

Thursday, April 27: 8^th Grade STAAR Social Studies

Wednesday, May 10: STAAR Math or Algebra End Of Course Exam for Grades 6-8

 

Let’s make it a GREAT week, Colts!

Ben O’Connor

Cele Middle School Website

Cele PTO Website

Cele PTO FB Page

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Author Visit

Cele is fortunate to be partnering with Book People for a visit by award-winning author, Daniel Nayeri, on April 20.  Many students will have the opportunity to hear Mr. Nayeri speak about his books and writing process.  You are welcome to purchase copies of Mr. Nayeri’s books, and students will either be able to have them signed or receive a book with a signed book plate.  Find the link for ordering here.

PfISD LUNCH CHARGE POLICY (beginning April 17, 2023)

At this time, Pflugerville ISD is owed roughly $170,000 in student lunch accounts across the district. In an effort to collect and reduce these outstanding meal balance charges, PfISD will begin providing an alternative entrée to students who owe more than $6 on their lunch account. The alternative entrée will be a cheese sandwich and will cost students $2 (or $0.40 for students on reduced lunch status). Students who owe a balance will not be able to purchase any a la carte items. We will continue reaching out to families to pay off their negative lunch balances.

Volunteers for Soccer Concessions Needed

The PTO raises money for the campus by providing concessions to various sports games throughout the year. Soccer season has begun and we need volunteers. All games now are held on Thursdays starting at 5:30pm. Review the sign up to see how you can help. Thank you in advance, we really appreciate your help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084eabaa2da7fa7-soccer3#/

Volunteering with the PTO (no matter how big or small) helps create a successful year with campus events and initiatives. Here is a survey you can fill out too: https://forms.gle/sAYSeN5P99VARM61A we look forward to seeing you on April 12th. The Zoom link is https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89339250580 and the passcode is CelePTO

Teacher Appreciation Week is in just one month. A quick and easy way to lift up our teachers is to send a quick note of appreciation. You can do so easily by completing This Form. We will be sure to pass along your words of appreciation and encouragement to our amazing Cele Staff!

Camp Invention Leadership Opportunity for Cele Students

Please see the linked flyer for information on one of the summer opportunities hosted in PfISD. Our Cele students have an opportunity to become Leaders in Training at Camp Invention this summer.  They will engage in STEM activities and learn valuable leadership skills working with younger students.

Parent Day at ACC Impact Lab

Advanced Manufacturing is a growing industry in the central Texas region, and especially in Pflugerville. Learn about the incredible momentum in the manufacturing sector, hear from a panel of industry representation, and explore ways to help connect our students with these opportunities. Pflugerville ISD just started an Advanced Manufacturing Academy at Connally HS, with the goal of students earning a Level 1 Certificate from Austin Community College through dual credit courses, at no charge. ACC has a great learning lab and program developed in partnership with industry experts, go by and check it out on “Parent’s Day at ACC IMPACT Lab.” Register here »

April 22 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

ACC Highland Campus, 6101 Highland Campus Dr • Austin, TX 78752

WHS Color Guard Clinic

The Weiss Junior Color Guard is hosting a Junior clinic for students in Kindergarten – Grade 8 on April 22nd. For more information, see this flyer.

HHS Little League Night

Hendrickson High School invites all Little League Teams and players to join us for Little League Night on Friday, April 21^st at 7:00PM. All players IN UNIFORM have FREE admission to the game and get to join the players on the field prior to the game for the National Anthem.

For Who:            Little League Players – MUST BE IN UNIFORM

Date/Time:        Friday, April 21^st – 6:40 PM

Where:               Hendrickson Baseball Fields

PHS Spring Kids Dance Clinic

The Pflugerville High School Pfusion Dance & JV teams are hosting their annual Spring Kids Dance Clinic next Monday, April 17 from 5:00-7:00pm at PHS. More information can be found on the digital flyer here.

Yearbooks Still Available for a Limited Time

It is time to order yearbooks for this school year. This flyer has information needed to order your yearbook. The price increased on April 1, 2023. Contact CMS Yearbook Sponsor Jacob.Coleman@pfisd.net for questions.

Chromebook Charger Replacement

Parents, we have noticed more of our students do not have a Chromebook Charger. They have found ways to make it through the day by borrowing a charger or charging at home; however, this presents potential problems. All students need a functional charger because all students will be using their Chromebooks for extended testing periods. PLEASE NOTE: when students use a different charger than the one assigned to our specific Chromebook model, it can damage the Chromebook, which in turn can be a costly repair for families as well as an inconvenience. If your child needs a Chromebook charger, please use the following link to order one and pay the $10 fee. The charger will be delivered to Cele and we will notify your child when it arrives.

https://pflugervilleisd.revtrak.net/technology/#/f/pfisd-technology-device-repair-fee

Pack Around the Park 5k, 10k, and Kids k

On Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. Weiss Bands will host their annual event, Pack Around the Park. $45 10k / $35 5k / $20 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 4/19* More information can be found at 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!!

8^th Grade Dance Preparation

Our planning team has created an 8^th grade dance Amazon Wish list to help with preparations. If you are able to contribute, you can do so at this link. Save the date for Friday, May 19, 2023 from 6:00-9:00 pm.

Athletics Competitions

Parents, we look forward to seeing many of our families at our athletics competitions this year. Students wishing to attend games must leave campus 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 events. These expectations are in place to ensure students are only on campus while supervision is available. We have announced these expectations to our students over the PA most weeks, but please ensure your student is aware before attending. Tickets will only be available online, 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.

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 As was mentioned in the parent update from the district, 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 This year 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 displayed on a lanyard around their necks. Thank you for your support with making this happen! If students forget or have misplaced their ID, their first stop is to the Think Tank 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 $5.00
• 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

Cele Middle School

Colts have Grit!