Noon Message to Families

The Cedar Hill Independent School District will always put the safety of our students and staff the top priority. Less than a month into the new school year, we received a stark reminder.

First, it was a tragedy that occurred at a high school in Georgia, where two students and two staff members were killed.

Then, a 17-year-old Dallas ISD was killed at a gas station after a football game in Dallas -- only a handful of miles from Cedar Hill.

And just last week, school districts across our area were riddled with social media posts and texts with messages that threaten school safety. Thankfully, these threats were later determined to be non-credible.

Regardless, Cedar Hill ISD took several precautions, including an extra police presence and the postponement of some sporting events.

When it comes to security, the Cedar Hill ISD Police Department – and their law enforcement partners in the region – are professionals who take the lead on ensuring safety in our communities.

But if the past week has taught us anything, it’s that everyone has the responsibility of keeping us safe.

Individuals can call the police directly with tips, or submit an Anonymous Alert -- either way the Cedar Hill ISD Police Department will follow up with an investigation. It’s important for parents and guardians to have age-appropriate conversations with their children to understand that violence is never the answer.

Here are some safety tips to ensure that message resonates.

• Talk to your child daily. Ask them about their day and interests.
• Monitor your child’s social media and text messages.
• If you have guns in your home, please make sure they are secured.
• Talk to your child about not agreeing to meet up to fight or record fights as they are happening.
• Remind them that restroom breaks are for taking care of their personal needs, and NOT for planning or participating in activities that violate the Student Code of Conduct.
• Keep your children busy and involved in activities they enjoy.
• Remind them that if they see something that threatens their safety or the safety of others to please report it to a trusted adult.

Thank you, and together, we can work to make our community safe and secure.

Dr. Gerald B. Hudson

Superintendent

Grab your mum and get ready for CHISD Homecoming Week 2024. All campuses and departments

are asked to participate in the predetermined spirit days. All campuses and departments can register

to have a float in the parade. The deadline to submit your registration form is September 27, 2024.

“Hollywood on the Hill” - October 7-11, 2024.

Theme Days for Homecoming Week

• 10/7: Senior Citizen Day (Dress like you're 120 years old)
• 10/8: Throwback Tuesday (70s. 80s, 90s, 2000s styles)
• 10/9: Spirit Day (Show Your Longhorn Pride)

ExxonMobil will be replacing a portion of the pipeline near Calf Pasture Park, on Moore Street, in Cedar Hill. This routine replacement will largely go unnoticed in our community, but there’s one apartment complex – Wilson Crossing Apartments – whose children will be inconvenienced for about six weeks.

From September 16 through the end of October, Cedar Hill ISD buses will pick up in the morning (and, return in the afternoon) scholars in front of the apartment complex, which is away from the work zone on each side of the property.

Our district has purchased a subscription to a research-based standards mastery program called Study Island. During our subscription, your child can access Study Island free of charge anywhere that Internet access is available. Study Island has site-wide security features in place to provide greater peace of mind.

Study Island is completely Web-based, which allows students to access the program from any computer with an Internet connection and a standard Web browser. Study session results are automatically recorded for teacher review, including results from sessions completed outside of school. The program is divided into sections based on subject (math, reading, etc.). Each section is made up of 15 to 30 topics, with each topic containing about 20 to 30 questions. Topics are accompanied by a lesson, which contains a brief overview of the material covered in that topic.

It's that time of year again!! The Cedar Hill High School Highsteppers are hosting their annual Highstepper Mini Camp for scholars grades K-8th grades at 6-8pm on October 4th at the High School.

The scholars who participate in the clinic will be able to perform pre-game at the Varsity Homecoming Football home game against Mesquite on October 11th & if they pick the New White Package they will also be able to participate in an additional clinic in April & also perform in our Highsteppers Spring Show.

Screening schedules: State required hearing, vision, spinal and acanthosis nigricans mass screenings will start in September and will continue through November.

• Permenter Middle School -- September 16-19
  
• Collegiate Academy & High School -- September 24-26
• Lake Ridge Elementary School - October 1-2
• High Pointe Elementary School - October 7-8
• Collegiate Prep Elementary School - October 16-17
• Highlands Elementary School - October 21-22
• Waterford Oaks Elementary School - October 28-30
• Plummer Elementary School - November 6-8
• Cedar Hill High School - November 12-13

We are excited to introduce a new initiative: the Teen Superintendent Roundtable (formally known as the Superintendent Student Roundtable). This program is specifically designed for our 8th and 12th-grade students, offering a unique opportunity to collaborate directly with district leadership on matters important to them and our community. Through this initiative, students will engage in meaningful discussions, share their perspectives, and contribute to the development of Cedar Hill ISD. It’s a platform where their voices can be heard, and their ideas can help shape the future of our district. We believe this Roundtable will not only empower our students but also foster a stronger sense of community and leadership among them.

Application Packet:
Completed application
3 reference letters - At least 2 from current or former teachers
A transcript indicating a GPA of 2.0 or higher

Application Timeline:
The application period begins Monday, September 9, 2024. Submit completed applications by Tuesday, October 8, 2024. 2024-25.

Member Notification:

Selected members will be notified by Friday, October 11, 2024

If you have any questions please contact Dr. Kisha McDonald at kisha.mcdonald@chisd.net

Please join us Tuesday, September 17 @ 6:00 p.m. as we discuss helping parents understand and support their child's mental health and how to communicate with them effectively