Sept. 9, 2021
Dear CtRCS Families,
We are looking forward to our Crusader Volunteer Community Meeting tomorrow following carline! All are welcome, and don't forget to mask up! Read all about this event, and much more news below.
Together in Christ,
Dan Courtney
Principal
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Please note dates and times are subject to change.
Sept. 10: Crusader Volunteer Community meeting
8:15 a.m. in the Auditorium
Sept. 16: Grades PreK-5 Back to School Night (more information below)
Sept. 23: Grades 6-8 Back to School Night (more information below)
Sept. 30: Parent University (more information below)
Since last week (from 9/2-9/9) we have had three (3) additional positive individuals and twenty-six (26) students who are/were out for quarantine, testing, and/or illness.Ensure we keep our students learning on campus by remembering these helpful tips:
-Wear a mask to protect yourself and others and stop the spread of COVID-19.
-Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arm lengths) from others who don’t live with you.
-Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. The more people you are in contact with, the more likely you are to be exposed to COVID-19.
-Get a COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available to you.
-Clean your hands often, either with soap and water for 20 seconds or a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
-Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
-Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
-Clean frequently touched objects and surfaces daily. If someone is sick or has tested positive for COVID-19, disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
-Monitor your health daily, and if sick or symptomatic, stay home and contact school!
-Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arm lengths) from others who don’t live with you.
-Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. The more people you are in contact with, the more likely you are to be exposed to COVID-19.
-Get a COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available to you.
-Clean your hands often, either with soap and water for 20 seconds or a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
-Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
-Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
-Clean frequently touched objects and surfaces daily. If someone is sick or has tested positive for COVID-19, disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
-Monitor your health daily, and if sick or symptomatic, stay home and contact school!
Back to School Nights
We are excited for the return of our Back to School Nights. That's right! On Thursday, Sept. 16 and Thursday, Sept. 23, we welcome our families to return to campus for 2 in-person sessions in your child's classroom. This is an opportunity for parents to see their child(ren)'s classroom (s), hear about the curriculum, and have an opportunity to ask questions. For the safety of everyone on campus, we ask that all adults wear a mask and for each family to only send 1 adult to each classroom. To ensure that everyone's focus can be on curriculum and the presentations, we ask that only adults attend. Please do not bring the children.
For our families who prefer to view from home, our last session will be conducted via Zoom. Please look for a link in your child's grade level Flocknote this Friday. All Zoom sessions will be recorded and shared in the following week's Flocknote.
September 16; PK-5th grade ONLY
For our families who prefer to view from home, our last session will be conducted via Zoom. Please look for a link in your child's grade level Flocknote this Friday. All Zoom sessions will be recorded and shared in the following week's Flocknote.
September 16; PK-5th grade ONLY
6:00-6:20 p.m. - 1st session IN PERSON
6:25-6:45 p.m. - 2nd session IN PERSON
7:00-7:20 p.m. - 3rd session conducted via ZOOM
September 23; 6th-8th grade ONLY
Schedule forthcoming
Parent University - Sept. 30
CtRCS is pleased to bring back our Parent University. The first Parent University will be held on Sept. 30 in the RAC Auditorium, right after morning arrival. The topic of the day is our new standardized testing tool, the NWEA MAP Growth test, which our students are taking for the first time throughout the month of September. During this Parent University, we will provide information about the new testing, how it works, how often we will complete it, and how we use the data.
For anyone who prefers to watch via Livestream, we will provide a secure YouTube link, much like we did for Parent Orientation. If you choose to attend in person, please be sure to wear a mask.
Library News
It is very exciting to have our Crusaders back in the library exploring the shelves and choosing books for themselves. Over the next few weeks, all grade levels will be checking out books. Our youngest Crusaders in Kinder and 1st grade need a little more time to learn the ways of the library. They are so excited to read and choose their own books.
A few reminders regarding library books...Books are due each week. A student cannot check out another book until their previous book has been returned. We have discussed the importance of good book care, keeping our books safe and returning our books on time each week. We do not collect fines for late books, only lost or damaged books are charged a fee, Please familiarize yourself with our lost book policy. Mrs. Magill is still looking for a few more library volunteers. Please reach out to her if you are interested in helping in our library. If you have any questions or concerns regarding a library book contact Mrs. Magill. She can be reached at sheila.magilll@ctrschool.com
A few reminders regarding library books...Books are due each week. A student cannot check out another book until their previous book has been returned. We have discussed the importance of good book care, keeping our books safe and returning our books on time each week. We do not collect fines for late books, only lost or damaged books are charged a fee, Please familiarize yourself with our lost book policy. Mrs. Magill is still looking for a few more library volunteers. Please reach out to her if you are interested in helping in our library. If you have any questions or concerns regarding a library book contact Mrs. Magill. She can be reached at sheila.magilll@ctrschool.com
Fourth graders got to be the first students to check out books in the library since March 2020! It was an exciting day!
Fall Sports Schedules
All game dates are subject to change. Check the website for the most up-to-date information.
Cross Country Schedule
9/11 - Rosehill Christian XC Challenge
9/18 - Cypress Christian Warrior Invitational
9/25 - Woodlands Christian XC
9/29 - Fall Sport Picture Day - RAC Gym
10/2 - Faith West Hills Cross Country Race
10/9 - St. John's Maverick Ramble
10/21 - GHCAA Championship
TBA - Fall Sport Banquet
Soccer Schedule
Volleyball Schedule
Dance Class at CtRCS
Dance Starz for grades PreK 3 - 2
Where: Parish Hall
When: Begins Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 3:45 p.m.
Tippy toe, leap, learn, and shine together, on-site, with friends at CtRCS - escort to and from dance class is provided for Dance Fun is an inspiring and progressive children’s dance program that brings the exciting world of dance, ballet, jazz-hip hop, tap, creative dance and kid hop’n movement combo classes to your child’s school each week, after school. We provide a positive and engaging environment so that children are able to experience the joys of dance, movement, and self-expression!
Let’s Leap into the new school year together! To enroll:
>> Visit Justdancefun.com (Click on School/Enroll)
Questions: Contact Shelly at Justdancefun@hotmail.com and 713-416-2544
Crusader Volunteer Community Meeting Tomorrow
Calling all Crusader Parents! Are you looking for ways to get involved and to help at CtRCS? Join us TOMORROW, Friday, Sept. 10 immediately following carline (8:15 a.m.) in the RAC Auditorium for our first Crusader Volunteer Community meeting of the year. Per our current campus policies, all attendees are asked to please wear a face mask.
*Note: To avoid the potential of being blocked in during Genesis carline we ask that you refrain from parking in the first two rows closest to the RAC.
*Note: To avoid the potential of being blocked in during Genesis carline we ask that you refrain from parking in the first two rows closest to the RAC.
Welcome back Crusader families! I am excited to begin this school year with both our new and returning students. This year our theme is “Crusader Community: Stronger Together”. In this year, maybe more than most, our theme rings true. To ensure the health and safety of all students, it will be collaborative efforts from within our entire community.
As in any school year, I ask that you please keep your child/children home if they are not feeling well, have a fever, or present with any symptom that is out of the ordinary for them. If your child has medical needs requiring treatment at school and you haven’t already turned in medication/paperwork, please do so at your earliest convenience. This school year, we do have some new guidelines/procedures when it comes to illness and/or return to school. Please refer to this chart to help you navigate. As always, I am free to help at any time. I am looking forward to a great year and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Katy Haynes, RN
School Nurse