OPAL SMITH NEWS
3015 Fletcher Rd, Crandall, TX 75114
972-427-6053
VISION STATEMENT
To empower each student to positively impact the world.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to cultivate our students, staff, and community to inspire a growth mindset through engaging environment to promote life-long learning.
STUDENT HOURS
7:30 Doors Open
no adults will be allowed in the building
7:30-7:50 Breakfast
7:50 Doors Close (Tardy Bell)
Parents will be required to walk students into the front office and sign students in.
3:35 Dismissal
All students must be picked up by 3:55
Parents will be required come into the office and sign students out if parents arrive after 3:55.
Check out Alphabest flyer below if you need your child enrolled for extended day.
Alphabest Hours 3:35-6:30PM
HIGHLIGHTS
SAVE THE DATE
APRIL 22: Life Skills Field Trip
APRIL 23: STAAR Testing 5 Science - NO VISITORS & PreK Round Up 5-7pm
APRIL 25: 4th Grade Field Trip - Children's Aquarium Dallas
APRIL 30: STAAR Testing 3/4 Math - NO VISITORS
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MAY 1: Special Olympics
MAY 2: STAAR Testing 5/6 MATH - NO VISITORS
MAY 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week (info coming soon!)
MAY 6: K-2 Math Testing MAP - NO VISITORS
MAY 7: Kinder Circus
MAY 10: Field Day (info coming soon!)
MAY 13: 3-6 MAP Testing Math EOY - NO VISITORS
MAY 14: 3-6 MAP Testing RLA EOY - NO VISITORS & 2nd gd Field Trip - Children's Aquarium Dallas
MAY 17: 6th Grade Track - Order your shirt before May 3rd
MAY 21: Color Run (info coming soon!)
MAY 22: Grade Level Awards (info coming soon!)
MAY 23: Last day of School & Early Release (info coming soon!)
HEALTH UPDATES
RESTOCK THE SCHOOL
RESTOCK THE SCHOOL
Hello!
Our committed educators have compiled a list of classroom essentials needed. Let's unite and show our support for our teachers! When items are purchased for the school, there should be an option to deliver directly to the school.
CAMPUS EXPECTATIONS
Own your actions: Doing your best work
Positivity: Praising others
Act Responsibly: Staying on task
Lead by example: Safely lining up for lunch
Do you have a story, an event, an awesome experience, or a kudos to share? Go to www.crandall-isd.net/sharethegold to submit something you want featured on CISD social media or news. You have the awesome things happening, so “Share the Gold!”
PARENT LUNCH DROPOFF
- It's important to note that students do not have access to a microwave at the school. Therefore, any food that needs to be warmed up should be prepared and heated beforehand.
- If parents wish to provide lunch for their child, they can drop off the food at the front office during their child's lunchtime. Please review student lunch times below.
- Additionally, the school has a policy of not allowing students to share food. Parents should ensure that any food dropped off is intended for their child only, and not for sharing with other students
STUDENT BIRTHDAYS
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
MISS A DAY, MISS A LOT!
Your child's academic growth is dependent on attendance everyday. When students arrive late and leave early, they are missing out on learning opportunities.
DOCTOR'S NOTES
All doctor's notes must have a date and the date(s) of the absence.
Bring your scholar back to school after a doctor's. appointment and receive credit for a full day attendance.
90 % ATTENDANCE IS A STATE REQUIREMENT - Compulsory Attendance Laws
If your scholar needs to be absent, please verify the absence with Marie Tellez
1. Call Maria Tellez Extension 41013
2. Send a written note justifying you scholar's reason for absence
3. Send a doctor's note to verify the scholars absence
PROGRESS REPORTS & REPORT CARDS
Progress Reports & Reports Cards
This year with the switch to 9 week grading periods, there will be 2 progress reports within the 9 week period. Below is the progress report and report card schedule.
- Sept. 8 - Progress Report
- Sept. 29 - Progress Report
- Oct. 30 - Report Card 1st 9 Weeks
- Nov. 16 - Progress Report
- Dec. 15 - Progress Report
- Jan. 12 - Report Card 2nd 9 Weeks
- Feb. 5 - Progress Report
- Feb. 27 - Progress Report
- March 22 - Report Card 3rd 9 Weeks
- April 17 - Progress Report
- May 8 - Progress Report
- May 29 - Report Card 4th 9 Weeks
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
FROM THE DESK OF MS. GONZALEZ
DID YOU KNOW?
Each PK-6 homeroom has a guidance lesson with Mrs. Kelly Gonzalez, the school counselor, once or twice each month. I go into their classroom, and we talk about things such as making friends, being our own problem solver, homework tips, managing stress, etc. I use books, short videos, and fun activities to help students learn about these topics.
A referral button has been added to the newsletter for referrals to school counseling. Feel free to complete the form and submit. we will follow up with the scholar referred. Please note that we abide by the limits of confidentiality. Student counselor visits are confidential except when some one is being hurt, hurting others or hurting themselves.
Counselor K. Gonzalez
Extension: 41006
Email: kmcclaine@crandall-isd.net
CLOTHING DRIVE
Donate gently used or new clothing items for PreK-6th grade students.
Contact Nancy Saucedo - Communities In Schools
Opal Smith Elementary
972-427-6053 EXT 41045
Show interest in your child’s schoolwork each day (a great way to stay on top of what they are learning) — and offer help if needed. Read aloud every day, even if just for 15 minutes. This will go a long way to support your child’s literacy growth. And find lots of ways to encourage your child to explore their interests — such as visits to the library, taking local field trips, listening to kid-friendly podcasts, and doing hands-on activities that encourage creativity and critical thinking.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES & CLUBS
CHROMEBOOKS: DO'S & DON'TS
Anonymous Reporting Anti-Bullying Prevention
READ THE STUDENT HANDBOOK FOR 2023-2024
Clothes Closet
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Principal Jennifer Scott - jscott@crandall-isd.net
Assistant Principal Marie Serrano - mserrano@crandall-isd.net
Counselor Kelly Gonzalez - kmcclaine@crandall-isd.net
Test Coordinator Taylor Bruce - tbruce@crandall-isd.net
Interventionist Adrienne McIver - amciver@crandall-isd.net