Cherokee Independent School District

Students in grades 8-12 were given a PSAT letter last week. Parents if you have not seen and signed this form please ask your student for it tonight and return it signed on Tuesday September 3rd. Thank You.

CISD Reminders : 9/2 Holiday, 9/3 School & Sports Pictures please bring uniforms, 9/6 No School, 9/16 PTC Mtg 4:30pm, 9/27 Homecoming 7pm. Have a great weekend!

Dear families, Thanks to all of you who were able to make it to the meeting about our upcoming trip to Ireland in Summer 2026. Lock in one of the 10 spots available with a $95 Enrollment Fee by September 1. By enrolling now, you will also receive a $200 tour scholarship and qualify for your risk-free enrollment period! Enroll now with this link: www.eftours.com/2793615AR **Space is limited, and is first-come, first-served If you have questions or want more info about payment plans, tour info, scholarships, and fundraising options, email kjohanson@cherokeeisd.net. Still have questions? EF's Traveler Support Team can help through their online chat at https://www.eftours.com/contact-us or by phone at 800-665-5364. And if your student has friends who have not signed up yet, feel free to pass this message along to their families too. Thanks everyone! Kallie Johanson

Dear families, As a reminder, your family must register for the meeting if you plan to attend. If you have not done so yet, click the following link: https://bit.ly/4dBFsI9 This informational meeting for the Summer 2026 trip to Ireland will take place at 6:30 PM on August 20. Those who register for the meeting will be eligible to receive a $300 tour scholarship and be eligible for Risk-Free Enrollment if they enroll on our tour! I cannot wait to tell you more about this trip of a lifetime! Kallie Johanson

Dear families, We’re going to Ireland in Summer 2026. We’re excited to tell you more about the trip. Register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://bit.ly/4dBFsI9 When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them. In this info session, we’ll talk about: · What we’ll see and do on our trip · Everything that’s included in this experience · How we’re keeping this safe and affordable · How to enroll on this trip during EF’s risk-free enrollment period. There are limited spots, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Thanks, Kallie Johanson

Good News!!! Water leaks are fixed!! Cherokee ISD will start the new school year on Friday, 8/9/24. The elementary water fountain is temporarily out of order. We will have water igloos and cups for students. Students may want to bring a personal water bottle. We are looking forward to a great year!!!

Cherokee ISD is delaying the start of school due to water leaks on campus. We will NOT start school on Thursday, 8/8/2024. We hope to start school on Friday. Another blast will be sent out Thursday evening with information.

Attention all new high school students. This includes incoming freshman. Please do not forget a $25 Chromebook deposit is due before your student can receive a Chromebook charger. If your student turns the charger in every year they will receive the $25 back at graduation. Returning Students: If your student did not turn in their charger at the end of last year they also will be required to pay another $25 before receiving another charger. If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Regina Randolph. Thanks!

Mini Cheer Camp Participants Please arrive tonight at 5 pm for a run through of the material before meet the teacher.

Registration for New and Returning students & Student Schedules will be from 4pm-6pm today 7.25.24 for Pre K-12th grades. Registration will be completed through ParentPortal. You can start early from your home or wait until you are at school. Go to our website at www.cherokeeisd.net, click on ASCENDER Parent Portal to begin. Each student has a unique Student Portal ID. Contact the office if you need portal ids for your children (325) 622-4298. We would appreciate all parent/guardian and students attendance so schedules and forms that require signatures can be completed today. New student registrations will need to bring birth certificate, social security card, shot records and previous school records.

Mini Cheer Camp is next week Monday July 22-Wednesday July 24 9 am-11am Cost $30 RSVP to Regina Randolph 325-248-4196 * Must RSVP by 10 am tomorrow to get t shirt!!!

The 2024-2025 school year is right around the corner. Registration for new and returning students is scheduled for Thursday, July 25th, 4-6pm in the cafeteria. The district is transitioning to an online registration process. We will send out more information once that goes live. High school students will be able to pick up their class schedules at registration. PK-6th grade Meet the Teacher and Meet the Indians will beTuesday, August 6th (time and more info to come). The first day of school is Thursday, August 8th, 7:45am - 4:18pm. We will have school on Friday, August 9th. The school calendar link is attached below. The current supply list can be found on the website: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/955/Cherokee_ISD/4593824/2024-2025_Cherokee_Supply_List__7.2024_.pdf 2024-2025 School Calendar - https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/955/Cherokee_ISD/4226161/2024-2025_School_Calendar__revised_April_2024_.pdf

Mini Cheer Camp Monday July 22-Wednesday July 24 9 am-11am Cost $30 RSVP to Regina Randolph 325-248-4196 * Must RSVP by 10 am 7/16 to get t shirt.

It's hard to believe the school year is coming to an end!! On Thursday, May 23, 2024, we will have our awards ceremonies in the new gym. 9 am - Elementary, 10 am - JH and HS, NHS will follow the awards, and Graduation practice is at 12 pm; Early release for students is at 12 pm. The Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony is Friday, May 24, 2024, at 8:00 pm in the new gym. Have a safe and fun summer!!!

Just a reminder that if you have a negative balance in the lunchroom, please take care of it by 12 pm on Thursday, 5/23/24. You may pay Mrs. Snoddy tomorrow after the awards ceremony if needed. Thank you!! Mrs. Bordner

Elementary water day is tomorrow!! As a reminder, parents and younger siblings may come watch, but are not allowed to get on the slide. Thank you for understanding! Happy last week of school!

Field Day has been canceled due to weather concerns in Zephyr tomorrow. We are disappointed, but will do our best to have some fun tomorrow at school. The students will still get their shirts tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding and please help us spread the word!

It's time for PreK Roundup!! - May 28th 4-5pm in school cafeteria. Bring birth certificate, shot record, social security card, and proof of address. See you there!!

CISD is hiring!!!

We are quickly approaching the end of the school year. If you have a negative balance in the lunchroom please take care of this as soon as possible. No charging starting Monday, 5/13/24. You may add money to your child's account at the following link: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain?requestAction=home If you have any questions please contact the school (325)622-4298. Thank you!!