Caring Critter Chronicle
May 10, 2024
A note from Mr. Schiller
Hello Caring Critter Families,
The final month of school is upon us. This time of year gets very busy at school with field trips, celebrations, and activities. It is also busy at home with sports and activities getting going for the summer. The other challenge we experienced at home last night when we started to get our Kindergarteners to bed was the later day. One of my boys shared that it was still light out, and there is no way it was his bedtime. Our normal bedtime routine helped them get settled in quickly.
A couple quick reminders about arrival and dismissal. Please use the horseshoe entrance for all dropoff and pickup of students. Door 1 or 21 for arrival, and Door 22 for dismissal. Our staff are located at these doors to help with supervision and ease of the procedures. I would also like to share that pets should not be brought to the school. Even the best pets can react differently, and we want to ensure that everybody is comfortable.
I hope to see you at some of the events that are upcoming.
Mr. Neil Schiller
Cambridge Primary School Principal
763-691-6502
Community Backpack
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Upcoming Dates
- Friday, May 10 ~ No School (Teacher work day)
- Wednesday, May 22 ~ Caring Critter Café
- Thursday, May 23 ~ Blizzard Brigade fundraiser at DQ ~ 4:00pm -8:00pm
- Friday, May 24 ~ Silent Dismissal
- Monday, May 27 ~ No School / Memorial Day
- Tuesday, May 28 ~ Fun Run / All families welcome
- Thursday, June 6 ~ Last day of school
School Wide BINGO
Thank you VOLUNTEERS! School-Wide BINGO wouldn't be possible without YOU!
Fun Run Registration OPEN!
Cambridge Primary School families,
The day is here! You can now register for our Bluejacket Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $32,000 for PTO funds that helps support student experiences and programming. Registering is easy and free!
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Be sure to check out the easy sharing functions on MYBOOSTER.COM to let others know how they can help support our school.
Thank you for working with us to make our school stronger. We are grateful for your support!
Fun Run Details
The Fun Run will be held on the field next to the CPS playground on Tuesday, May 28th. Visitors do not need to sign in at the office for this event. Families are welcome and encouraged to cheer the students on!
*Please DO NOT park in the Catholic Church parking lot or in the spaces at CIS that are designated for Early Childhood.
Scheduled Times:
- 8:15-9:15 ~ Kindergarten
- 9:15-10:15 ~ Grade 1
- 10:15-11:15 ~ Grade 2
No Pets at Parent Pick Up
CPS loves animals and has had many assemblies using animals to teach the students about a variety of topics. These animals have been trained and approved by the school. In the interest of safety for all of our students', we ask that dogs and pets are not brought to parent pick. If you must bring your pet, please leave them in the car while you pick up your student. Thank you for understanding!
DQ Blizzard Brigade
4th Annual CPS Memorial Day Silent Dismissal
Friday, May 24th
Cambridge Primary School is excited to host our 4th Annual Silent Dismissal, a PBIS-sponsored event, highlighting our C-I Character Traits of Respect, Self-Discipline, and Compassion.
When: Friday, May 24, 2024 - the start of Memorial Weekend
Time: 1:45-2:10 End-of-day dismissal
Where: CPS sidewalk routes to buses and front parent pick-up area
What: In honor of Memorial Day, CPS/CIS Students and faculty/staff will participate in a Silent Dismissal.
During the week of 5/20 to 5/24, CPS students at each grade level will learn about Memorial Day and prepare a special sign, poster, picture, or letter for Memorial Day with their class.
Students, teachers, and staff are invited to wear red, white, and blue on Friday, 5/24.
We have invited some of our local veterans and current active duty service members, many associated with our school district, to come and participate so that our students can get a better understanding of who they are honoring. Veterans will sit/stand outside, along the sidewalks en route to the buses/parent pick-up.
At dismissal, all students and staff will walk silently to their buses/parent pickup showing respect in honor of Memorial Day and the veterans in attendance.
If you or a family member are a veteran or currently in the military and would like to participate as an honored guest, we would LOVE to have you join us! Please contact us ASAP at smuehlberg@c-ischools.org or tgodfrey@c-ischools.org or call the CPS Office at 763-691-6500.
More specific information for this event will be sent home on Monday, May 20th. But please feel free to call with any quesitons.
Want to know more about this event? Check out this article from last year's event:
Field Trips
The end of the school year is filled with wonderful opportunities for our classrooms to explore new sights and experiences! Please mark your calendars for your student's field trip dates and make sure that they are dressed accordingly and have a sack lunch (if needed)!
Do you have an Incoming Kindergartener?
CPS is so excited to meet our Kindergarten students this fall! As we prepare for this memorable event, we ask that all families enroll their incoming kindergarten student as soon as possible so that we can staff accordingly! Click on the link below to begin the enrollment.
Kindergarten Information for Friends and Family
If you have friends or family who have a child turning age 5, please share this information with them. Cambridge-Isanti Schools offers tuition-free, full-day kindergarten options open to all children who will turn age 5 by September 1. Thanks to the overwhelming support of our school district referendum in 2021, we have:
- SMALL CLASS SIZES for personalized learning,
- THE BEST TEACHERS who are eager to nurture your child’s curiosity,
- A POSITIVE & CARING CULTURE that inspires a love of learning.
PBIS
What is PBIS and our CPS Caring Critters?
We are excited to continue our work as Caring Critters at CPS. Here is a link that helps explain how we teach our Five C-I Character Traits of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Self-Discipline, and Compassion, by learning to be Caring Critters in our school community.
Food Service
BREAKFAST/LUNCH INFORMATION
Our schools offer healthy meals each day. Starting this school year, we are joining Minnesota’s Free School Meals Program. All students can get one breakfast and one lunch free of charge each day at school.
Here are some quick links:
Employment Opportunities
Volunteer
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR CONNECTION
Volunteers make a huge difference in our schools! Volunteering not only helps the students and staff but also is a great way to build relationships, stay informed and have fun. To learn more, please contact your Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Huntley at ahuntley@c-ischools.org.
Transportation
C-I Schools provides our families with quality transportation service that is safe, professional and cost-effective to enhance our students' educational journey. Our Transportation department coordinates bus routes throughout our 252 square mile district and schedules students for bus service. The District includes the both the cities of Cambridge and Isanti, as well as many smaller communities.
Transportation schedules are available for you to view in Family Access. Please allow 5-7 days for updates to show in Family Access if there have been recent changes to your student's transportation.
Bluejacket Gear
Calendars
2023-24 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Take a look at our 23-24 C-I Schools Calendar for our scheduled school days, trimesters and breaks.
2024-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Plan for next school year with the 24-25 C-I Schools Calendar.
Cambridge Primary School
Cambridge Primary School
Neil Schiller - Principal
763-691-6502
Main Office : 763-691-6500
24 Hour Attendance: 763-691-6510
Fax: 763-691-6599
Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
School Day: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Email: cps-communications@c-ischools.org
Website: https://www.c-ischools.org/cps
Location: 310 North Elm Street, Cambridge, MN, USA
Phone: 763.691.6500