
RCE Comet Parent Update
April 2025 Edition
PreK and Kinder Registration 25-26 School Year
If you have a student who is eligible for Pre-K or who will be starting Kindergarten for the 25-26 school year, you will want to save the date for our district-wide
Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration taking place on April 1st and April 2nd at the NCISD Community Room.
For more detailed information, please see this PDF:
From Your Principal
April is shaping up to be a busy and exciting month here at Crippen Elementary! From our engaging Science Discovery Nights and fun family events to important STAAR testing days and special celebrations like Military Child Day and Día del Niño, there’s something happening nearly every week. We’re especially looking forward to seeing our Crippen Choir perform at the Astros game and welcoming our newest little Rockets during Pre-K and Kinder Registration.
As always, we are so thankful for the continued support and involvement of our Crippen families. Whether you're helping your child prepare for testing, attending a school event, or simply cheering us on from home, your partnership means the world to us. We appreciate your encouragement, your time, and the love you show our school community. Let’s make April a month to remember—thank you for being an essential part of what makes Crippen Elementary such a special place to learn and grow! 🚀
With appreciation,
🚀 Ms. Brent & the Crippen Elementary Team🚀
April
- April 1: Science Discovery Night - Skins & Skulls - Texas Wildlife Association 5:15pm-6:15pm
- April 1: Crippen Choir sings at Astros Game
- April 2-3: PreK and Kinder Registration
- April 4: Dual Language Parent Interest Meeting in Library - @8:30am-9am
- April 4: RCE PTO Family Movie Night
- April 7-11: Spring Break - no school for students and staff
- April 14: Kindergarten Graduation Picture Day
- April 15: STAAR Reading grades 3-5- Closed Campus to All Visitors⭐
- April 16: Military Child Day - WEAR PURPLE to show support 💜
- April 18: No School - Good Friday
- April 18: Deadline to Apply for Volunteer Badge
- April 20: PTO - Egg My Yard Fundraiser 🐰
- April 22: STAAR Science grade 5 only- Closed Campus to All Visitors ⭐
- April 24: Gaga Ball Tournament
- April 25: Science Discovery Night- Celebrate Arbor Day @5:15pm
- April 26: Día del Niño - see flyer below
- April 29: STAAR Math grades 3-5 -Closed Campus to All Visitors ⭐
May
- May 1: Sonic Spirit Night
- May 1: 4th Grade Musical Program 🎵
- May 2: Last day to order yearbooks online (see info below)
- May 2: Crippen Fun Day😎
- May 3: YMCA Nerf Wars Fundraiser
- May 5-9: Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 8: GT Showcase
- May 9: Kindergarten Field Trip
- May 11: Mother's Day 🪷
- May 12: PreK Awards 🏆2:30pm
- May 13: Kinder Awards 🏆 2:30pm
- May 14: 1st Grade Awards 🏆2:30pm
- May 16: House Party
- May 20: 2nd Grade Awards🏆8:30am
- May 20: 3rd Grade Awards 🏆2:30pm
- May 21: 4th Grade Awards 🏆8:30pm
- May 21: 5th Grade Program/Awards 🏆2:30pm
- May 22: Last Day of School
Beanstack Reading Challenge
Student and Staff Holiday - April 18
Campus Testing Dates - NO VISITORS ALLOWED
Order Your Yearbook - Last Day to Order Online - May 2nd
District Offerings
RCE Website
Visit our new website for important information about our school. Many of your questions can be answered with a few clicks. Find information like grade level schedules and teachers, district and school calendars, Skyward and Classlink access, how to volunteer, and so much more. It's your one stop shop for all things RCE!
Watch this video to learn about the new navigation and website features!
Smart Tags
Smart Tag Information:
All new students will receive a free Smart Tag that will be delivered to our campus and given to their homeroom teacher. No need to use this form. All returning students who lost their tag or would like a replacement will have to pay $5 for a new one. Scan the QR code or use the link to purchase one. bit.ly/3YBNWd5
RCE Digital Programs
Want to learn all about the programs that we use at New Caney ISD? Click on the button below to find helpful information in staying connected to your student and to our school. You may need to create an account or obtain your child's log in credentials before gaining access. Please be sure to reach out to our campus media specialist, Lisa Christian, if you have any questions!
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media is a nonprofit organization giving kids, families, and schools the tools to make informed choices about media and technology. They are known for their independent, age-based reviews of movies, TV shows, books, games, podcasts and apps. This space will be used to give parents resources and tips regarding their child's technology use.
Help Kids Balance Their Media Lives - English
Help Kids Balance Their Media Lives - Spanish
Crippen Parent Teacher Organization
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Visit the PTO store
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View upcoming events
Astronauts
All Crippen Astronauts will display stellar citizenship and perform at or above grade level in every subject.
Email: tbrent@newcaneyisd.org
Website: https://ces.newcaneyisd.org/
Location: 18690 Cumberland Boulevard, Porter, TX, United States
Phone: 281-577-8740
Facebook: Facebook.com/CrippenElementary
Twitter: @CrippenElem