DISTRICT NEWSLETTER

Let’s take a moment to celebrate our amazing principals at Celina ISD! Their leadership, dedication, and unwavering support inspire both students and staff every day. We want to thank them for creating a positive and nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.

We appreciate all they do!

Join us for the Elementary #5 Beam Signing Ceremony on Monday, October 21, at 4:30 p.m. We will meet on site at: 1105 Big Bend, Celina, TX 75009.

We had a fantastic turnout of Silver Bobcats for our September Kickoff Breakfast! It was a wonderful opportunity to connect and hear directly from our students about their experiences in the Celina ISD Learner Experience.

Your Silver Bobcats membership cards will be distributed at the upcoming meeting on October 17th. If you can’t make it to the meeting or would like to attend an event before then, please let us know, and we’ll arrange an alternate way for you to receive your card.

The meeting on October 17th will be held at our newest campus, Bothwell Elementary School. We’ll provide breakfast, followed by a campus tour and a brief program that includes volunteer service opportunities, as requested. More details will be shared as the date approaches, please click HERE to RSVP for the event. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are excited to invite your child to the "Glitter & Bows" event hosted by the Bobcat Belles and MMS Bobcat Cheer teams! This fun-filled day is perfect for all aspiring cheerleaders and dancers and will include a variety of activities such as cheer, dance, crafts, a t-shirt, a picture, and pizza!

Event Details:
Date: October 15th
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: Moore Middle School

Pricing:
Early Bird (until September 25th): $75 or $60 for CISD employees (includes a guaranteed t-shirt)
After September 25th: $80 (limited t-shirt availability)

Link to Register

Link to Pay

Please note that spots are limited, so be sure to register early! All participants will also have the exciting opportunity to perform at the MMS Football Game on October 29th.

We look forward to seeing your child there for a day of fun, friendship, and fabulous cheer and dance!

Bobcat Moms hosts the annual CHS Homecoming Parade. Each year, Homecoming brings unmatched excitement to Celina. With a specific theme each year, everyone can participate by either entering the parade and/or coming down to the square to support our students. The entire community lines the parade route which circles Celina's Town Square where the crowd will prepare to cheer the Bobcats onto VICTORY later that evening at Bobcat Stadium.

Click HERE to register, see the parade route, and read general information.

The first Gifted & Talented referral window opens October 7th and closes October 25th. Referrals for the Gifted and Talented Program may be made by parents, teachers, students, counselors, or community members. Qualitative and quantitative measures shall be used for GT program placement. Assessment tools may include, but are not limited to, the following: ability tests, achievement tests, creativity measures, and observation inventories.

If you would like to make a referral - please contact Mechelle Galyon, District GT Specialist at mechellegalyon@celinaisd.com

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Celina ISD is introducing a new messaging system to keep families informed. Going forward, you’ll receive important updates from the number (866) 823-2778. Please save this number in your contacts under Celina ISD.

NOTE: This number is designated solely for outgoing messages and does not receive incoming messages.

One of the key factors that makes our schools great for students is the support we receive from families and the wider community. There are many ways you can get involved and support Celina schools. Here are a few options:

• Join PTA: Follow the link to your child's campus to learn how to join the PTA
• Early Childhood School PTA
• Bothwell Elementary School PTA (NEW)
• Lykins Elementary School PTA
• Martin Elementary School PTA
• O'Dell Elementary School PTA
• Moore Middle School PTSA
• Celina High School (C.A.T.) Community Action Team $10 to join use School Cafe to pay
• Support the Celina Education Foundation: Learn how you can support CISD through the Celina Education Foundation by following this link: https://celinaeducationfoundation.org/
• Volunteer Opportunities: There are many opportunities in CISD to volunteer throughout the school year. If you are interested in volunteering in CISD schools, the first step is to complete a background check. Click HERE to complete a background check.
• Partners In Education: Learn how you can become a mentor in CISD by following this link: https://www.celinaisd.com/community/partners-in-education

Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties typically result from a deficit in the phonological component of language that is often unexpected in relation to other cognitive abilities and the provision of effective classroom instruction. Secondary consequences may include problems in reading comprehension and reduced reading experience that can impede growth of vocabulary and background knowledge.

Join us on Thursday, November 7th from 7:30-11:00 AM at Celina High School to celebrate and honor all who served. For more information please email Mrs. Kelly Babb at babbkelly6@gmail.com or Mrs. Jill Roza at jillroza@celinaisd.com.

OCTOBER

National Principal Month

2: School Custodian Appreciation Day

5: World Teachers' Day

6: National Coaches Day (Academic & Instructional)

14: No School - Columbus Day

14: Celina Education Foundation WingStop Fundraiser 4-8 PM

14-18: National School Lunch Week

14-18: Red Ribbon Week

15: Inservice/Student Holiday

16: Elementary Parent Teacher Conference Day - Inservice/Student Holiday

21: Elementary #5 Beam Signing Ceremony

21-25: National School Bus Safety Week

25: Homecoming

NOVEMBER

7: Veterans Day Celebration at Celina High School

8: Nation STEM/STEAM Day

7: Veterans Day Celebration

11: Veterans Day

11: Celina Education Foundation WingStop Fundraiser 4-8 PM

11-15: National School Psychology Week

20: Education Support Professionals Day

22: Substitute Professional Day

25-29: Thanksgiving Break - No School