Crandall ISD Crusader Spring 2022

CRUSADER SPRING 2022

THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF CRANDALL ISD

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Crandall ISD News 03

A Message from the Superintendent

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Board of Trustees/District Profile

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CHS Cheerleaders

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Crandall ISD Bond

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Very Informed Pirate/Education Foundation/Gold Dusters

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Pirates of the Month

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Superintendent Award/Kudos Corner

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New Student Services Building/In Case You Missed It

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New Crandall Middle School

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UIL Realignment

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CISD Police Department/Pirate Store/Portrait of a Graduate

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CISD Calendar

A Message from the Superintendent

Dr. Wendy Eldredge

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t has been said that good relationships begin with good communication. This year in Crandall ISD we have talked, texted, telephoned and typed information to stakeholders in more ways than

ever before. We did a lot of listening throughout the process as well, which is why I am thrilled to introduce you to our latest communication channel with this new magazine, Crusader.

With countless digital communication options available through a swipe or click, you may be asking, “Why print?” Well, that’s a good question. Even though many of us spend so much time in front of an electronic device, skipping through online platforms and onscreen apps, many of us still want and appreciate the permanence of print publications. And while Crusader is something that lives beyond the cache clear on a phone, its design still projects a sleek look of forward thinking.

Crusader, in many ways, came to life during our increased communication outreach of the past year. Throughout the talking, texting, telephoning and typing I mentioned above, a question arose—how can we ensure that everyone linked to CISD is engaged at some level in the district’s mission.

A grassroots effort became the focus and one result is this informative and beautiful magazine. Even its name holds significance with a Crusader being one who makes an impassioned effort to bring about change. Does anything blend better with our district’s longstanding mission of, “Empowering every student to positively impact the world?”

So, with this first edition of Crusader, we have delivered an engagement opportunity for many more in CISD. Business owners and residents alike can now read the stories that unfold among almost 5,700 students and 700 employees. Our digital presence will continue delivering CISD success stories through electronic platforms, but Crusader will offer a hands-on approach for those who already live here—and an instant connection for the new families we welcome every month.

Pirates forever, Dr. Wendy Eldredge Superintendent

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Empowering every student to positively impact the world.

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CISD

School board members, elected from and representing their local communities, are entrusted

with the responsibility of policy making and promoting educational excellence for their local school district. In Texas, school board members receive no compensation except the satisfaction derived from rendering an important public service.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Rick Harrell

School Board meetings are held the second Monday of the month in the L. R. Raynes Education Center, 400 W. Lewis Street. Postings of all Board meetings and agendas are located at the CISD Administration Building.

Mike Wood

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rharrell@crandall-isd.net

Jennifer Hiser

Vice President Place 2

mwood@crandall-isd.net

Secretary Place 7

Stacie Warren

Amy Barber

Dr. Sharon Long

swarren@crandall-isd.net

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Compass Academy

Team wins fourth state title in five years, first-ever National Championship State championships have become the norm

competition with a 97.5, followed by a final-day

the culmination of the season for cheerleaders

for Crandall High School’s cheer team as the

score of 97.4 to claim the prestigious white

across the nation. It is also the most prestigious

group claimed its third-consecutive title in

satin jackets in the Super Varsity Division II.

high school national championship in

January. The reigning champs again took home top UIL honors in Class 5A Division 2 at the Fort Worth state tournament, which also marked the fourth time in five years CHS won state (2018, 2020, 2021, 2022). They finished third in 2019.

The group expanded its trophy case just one month later in February, earning the school’s first-ever national title at the 2022 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Fla. Crandall posted the highest scoring routine on Day 1 of the nationwide

“I am so proud of our CHS Cheer team,” said

the country.

Nicole Mitchell, CHS head cheer coach. “They

“How awesome is it that our Pirate cheerleaders

worked incredibly hard and their hard work has

are national champions?” said Dr. Wendy

paid off.”

Eldredge, Crandall ISD superintendent. “The

CHS finished ahead of Vanderbilt Catholic High School of Louisiana (97.3), Garnet Valley High School of Pennsylvania (97.2), Liberty Christian High School of Texas (97), and Hewitt-Trussville

team has done an amazing job continuing its dominance as we have grown from 4A to 5A. I could not be more proud of their accomplishments.”

High School of Alabama (96.8).

For more than 40 years, the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship has been

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PROPOSED PROJECTS Proposition A $345,000,000

Two New Elementary Schools

High School Addition

High School Gymnasium

Security & Tech Upgrades CTE/STEM Facility

Transportation Facility New Buses

New Middle School

Proposition B $35,000,000

Stadium Renovation

Proposition C $20,000,000

Performing Arts Center Find more information at CrandallISDBond.com

SCAN FOR MORE INFO

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CRANDALL ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALLS SCHOOL BOND ELECTION IN MAY Board votes to move forward with community recommendation, which will not increase the school district tax rate Crandall ISD will have an additional item for

among the fastest rising in Texas. CISD growth

voters on the May 7 ballot as school board

mirrors that increase. Over the next five years,

members approved calling a $400-million

demographers forecast these numbers for

bond election at Monday night’s

the district:

regular meeting.

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7,700 total students

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10,000 new homes

Planning Committee—a group of almost 50

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Facilities over capacity by 2024-26

community members that met five times

The bond referendum will consist of three

The vote by Trustees follows the recommendation of CISD’s Long-Range

over the course of three months to discuss district growth, enrollment, demographics, facilities, and educational spaces. At its final meeting, the committee voted unanimously to recommend the $400-million bond be placed on May’s ballot.

Another point of consideration to the committee—the school district tax rate will not increase to finance this bond according to CISD financial advisors.

Growth was also studied throughout the process as Kaufman County’s population is

separate propositions—as required by law— to address growth. Each will be voted on separately at the polls: CISD residents will have the opportunity to vote on the bond referendum beginning with early voting on April 25-May 3 and on Election Day, May 7.

More information is available at CISD’s bond website, www.crandallisdbond.com

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Is Crandall ISD growing?

Crandall ISD’s student population has increased more than 1,200 students since the 2019-20 school year. Enrollment has grown more than 670 students since the first day of school this year. During the next five years, demographers project 7,700 total students and 10,000 new homes in the district.

Crandall ISD Enrollment Projections

PROPOSED BOND AMOUNT OF

$400 MILLION IMPORTANT DATES

EARLY VOTING APRIL 25 - MAY 3

What is the expected tax rate increase if the bonds are approved by voters?

There will be no school district tax rate increase if voters approve the bond. The district tax rate will also remain unchanged if voters do not approve the bond.

If there's no expected tax rate increase, why will the ballot read "this is a property tax increase"?

ELECTION DAY SATURDAY, MAY 7

This requirement was a part of new laws coming from Austin after the legislative session in 2019. Voters are voting on the issuance of new bonds for new facility improvements.

No Tax Rate Increase

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Become a Crandall isd V.I.P.

Want to know more about Crandall ISD? Then come join the ranks of our VIPs (Very Informed Pirates). Through our VIP program, we are opening the doors of CISD to community members by giving them a behind-the-scenes look at day-to-day operations. Visit first-hand with the superintendent and school board, see how our students learn and our teachers teach, and leave more informed about the inner workings of CISD

In a one-day session, VIPs will tour the district and learn about: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Athletics & Fine Arts Board of Trustees CISD Police Department District Operations Education Foundation Educational Programs Growth Public Schools School Finance Student Services Teaching & Learning Technology Testing Transportation

and the wonderful Pirates we serve every day—along with a sporty CISD collared shirt.

Congratulations Crandall Gold Dusters on being named Grand Champions and Best of the Best at Showtime International Star Grand Prix!

Crandall ISD Education Foundation The Crandall ISD Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that partners with the community to provide and navigate resources for innovative teaching grants and student scholarships for all students and educators of Crandall ISD. The Foundation was established in 2013 and has awarded more than $416,000 in teaching grants. Through the Black & Gold scholarship program, more than 100 scholarships have been awarded to each senior class.

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PIRATEs OF THE MONTH August

Dietz Elementary: Youshonda Henderson

Martin Elementary: Catrina Jones Noble-Reed Elementary: Megan Charlton

Walker Elementary: Becky Gonzalez Wilson Elementary: Kimberly Allen

Crandall Middle School: Dr. Terry Eason Crandall High School: Jacqueline Netsch

December

Dietz Elementary: Gloria Pelcher

Martin Elementary: Stacy Pettijohn

Noble-Reed Elementary: Dora Ramos

Walker Elementary: Jennifer Linebaugh Wilson Elementary: Kristin Rogers

Crandall Middle School: Stephanie Dearman

Crandall High School: DJ Hammond Compass Academy: Kevin Morris

Compass Academy: Rita Claxton

Central Office: Norma Olson

Maintenance: Brenda Meador

January

Central Office: Janna Settles

Transportation: Karol Stephens Day

Dietz Elementary: Christina Buchanan

September

Noble-Reed Elementary: Clarissa Rangel

Dietz Elementary: Randall Johnson Martin Elementary: Gena Thomas

Noble-Reed Elementary: Alexis Burnett

Martin Elementary: Jenny Alexander

Walker Elementary: Brennan Odom Wilson Elementary: Jaqueline Mills

Walker Elementary: Cole Hamilton

Crandall Middle School: Ashley McCormick

Crandall Middle School: Ken Butler

Compass Academy: Yanet Galvan

Wilson Elementary: Melissa Sanders Crandall High School: Lezlie Bullard Compass Academy: Patti Crow

Crandall High School: Tara Hicks Central Office: Amy Mitchell

Central Office: Katrina Spottsville

February

Transportation: Patti Good

Martin Elementary: Julia Tyndall

Maintenance: Michael Bryant

October

Dietz Elementary: Ellen Proctor

Martin Elementary: Brooke French

Dietz Elementary: Ellen Proctor

Noble-Reed Elementary: Nancy Soto Walker Elementary: Brenda Ochoa Wilson Elementary: Ginger Taylor

Crandall Middle School: Debra Tanner

Noble-Reed Elementary: Robin Reagan Crandall High School: Nick Ford Walker Elementary: Ines Esquivel

Wilson Elementary: Cheyenne Moore

Compass Academy: LaTonya Walker Central Office: Kristi Matlock

Crandall Middle School: Konni Hughes Maintenance: Freddy Vasquez Crandall High School: Sheree Alvarez-Romo

Compass Academy: Jamanda Darby Central Office: Stephanie Boyett Maintenance: JD Parker

Transportation: Tami Brumley November

Dietz Elementary: Jacob Lightbody Martin Elementary: Coti Middleton Noble-Reed Elementary: Casey Daugherty

Walker Elementary:Andrea Roe

Wilson Elementary: Kacey Schneider

Transportation: Sheila Nunley March

Dietz Elementary: Lisa Mize

Martin Elementary: Sonja Gonzales Noble-Reed Elementary: Cheyenne Looney

Walker Elementary: Ashley Crawford Wilson Elementary: Kristi Craft Crandall Middle School: Stephanie Kosmer

Crandall High School: Nicole Mitchell Compass Academy: Missy Hitt Central Office: Aaron Spell

Crandall Middle School: Shannon Ryan Maintenance: Mark Sullivan Crandall High School: Ramona Hughes Transportation: Jeff Hill Compass Academy: Shantey Glenn Central Office: Barbie Galofaro

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First-ever Superintendent

Crandall ISD recognized the first-ever winner of its new “Superintendent

Award

Award,” Crandall High School life skills aide, Stephanie Bass. The award is designed to honor CISD’s support-staff workers who go above and beyond the call of duty as they perform their job responsibilities.

Bass was selected from 19 nominations because of her willingness to go the extra mile for her students– all while creating a positive learning environment. Her coworkers said, “She is definitely a huge part of why our students are successful in everything they do each day! She is our rock!”

The educational support staff is involved in ways that support everybody in the school. A recent study showed almost 3 million school support staff working in our nation’s public schools—that’s almost 35 percent of a campus’s workforce.

Nominations were requested for the first-ever Superintendent Award winner and names were submitted from campuses and departments throughout CISD. There were 19 nominations and each nominee was beyond impressive. Peers and coworkers had this to say about CISD’s first-ever winner.

I am so impressed with the dedication and commitment our support staff provides to our schools, families, and students”, said CISD Superintendent Dr. Wendy Eldredge. “Their roles are imperative to the well-being of students and we are excited to recognize their commitment and hard work to CISD.”

Kudos Corner is a program designed to collect stories, commendations and pictures from parents, teachers, students and community members that highlight all of the wonderful things going on within Crandall ISD and its communities.

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CISD Student Services Building opens This spring, Crandall ISD opened its newest

When new families come in, they will work

facility, The Student Services Building.

with CISD enrollment advisors–who will assist

Located at 308 Trunk Street, this location will

families throughout the enrollment process.

serve as the district’s primary location for

Fast growth is exciting but there is much to

student and family support. With our district

manage with enrollment. Much of CISD’s

growing to more than 600 students each year,

success rests with the collaborative efforts

this new building is designed to provide a

between departments, campuses, parents,

one-stop shop for the most common questions

students, and community organizations—and

facing CISD families. Student enrollment and

the Student Services Building will be front-and-

student support services will be the emphasis,

center helping our district lead that charge.

Departments in Student Services Building include: • Bilingual/ESL • Food Services • Health Services • Social & Emotional Learning • Special Education

every day.

SCAN TO LEARN MORE

IN CASE You

MISSED IT

Members of the Crandall High School band competed at the Region 3 UIL Solo and Ensemble competition in February. CHS students claimed 70 First Division medals.

FFA students from across CISD competed in the Kaufman Livestock show. These students displayed great work ethic, discipline and leadership skills-they spend hours taking care of their animals and preparing for this event. Huge shout out to all of our FFA students and Grand champion winners. Chloe Fowler, 7th grade took home the Champion Market Hog Jayce Gore, 11th grade took home the Champion Market Steer.

Congratulations to our CHS Girls Powerlifting team who competed at the Regional Powerlifting Meet and claimed 1st, 2nd and 5th place. Ryan Barnett and Mia Carr advanced to state finals.

Crandall High School’s chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) competed in the 38th annual Teach Tomorrow Summit on March 3-5 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. Seniors Kaitlyn Roberts and Madison Lene advanced to nationals while seniors Karmyn Bass and Hailey Golden earned gold at the event, attended by more than 2,000 students.

CISD Bass Fishing Team competed last month in a fishing tournament at Lake Tawakoni. A total of 28 anglers (15 teams) participated and 18 anglers (9 teams) are moving on to Regionals.

Congratulations to Crandall Theater which advanced to UIL One-Act Play’s bi-district level in March.

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New Crandall Middle School Crandall Middle School’s new campus is set to open to students in

flanked by the cafeteria and gymnasium. The gymnasium was designed

August for the 2022-23 school year. The campus is located on a 27-acre

as the primary auditorium space and will seat 1,900 occupants.

site in the Heartland Development.

Flexible labs are centered in the academic wing, able to transform into a

This new facility is unique for Crandall ISD–creating spaces for

science lab, computer lab, or maker space, depending on the need. The

collaboration and adaptability were major driving factors from the early

library shelving will be distributed throughout the academic wing, with

phases of conception and design. Another factor in the school’s design

the circulation desk guarding entry to the two-story student commons.

is the idea that learning can happen anywhere, so the entire building should serve as a learning tool.

The school is focused on Fine Arts and features a double-sided stage,

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The 193,000 square-foot school will house all seventh and eighth grades, with a capacity of 1,200 students.

Funding came from the remaining 2017 bond funds.

PIRATES SET TO FACE NEW RIVALS WITH LATEST UIL REALIGNMENT Crandall is coming off its first two years in 5A competition.

that more travel was likely as Kaufman County growth

The UIL realigns districts every two years based on high

continues impacting CISD and neighboring districts. Now

school student enrollment. This year’s 5A student numbers

the Pirates know their travels will steer primarily north when

ranged from 1,300 to 2,224. Crandall HS enrollment stands

district competition begins next fall for the 2022-23

at 1,544 students—almost 230 more than the tally in 2020.

school year.

The UIL announced in February that Crandall

Football will log the most miles of all sports. While home and away games have not yet been set on the

will join Denison, Greenville, Lucas

2022 schedule, double-digit mileage

Lovejoy, Melissa, Mesquite

separates the Pirates from the high

Poteet, Princeton, and

school campuses of all their

Terrell for football in

opponents—Terrell (17 miles),

District 7-5A, Division

Greenville (47 miles),

2. Also announced

Lucas Lovejoy (51 miles),

were baseball,

Princeton (54 miles),

basketball, soccer,

Melissa (63 miles) and

softball, and volleyball

Denison (99 miles).

realignments. Crandall

One school that

will compete in District

is Lovejoy. The Leopards

Ennis, Forney, Lancaster, Red

quickly have become a perennial

Oak and Terrell.

power in all sports, advancing last

“Our kids and coaches are excited to travel and face new competition,” said Kyle Hardin, CISD head football coach and athletic director. “We have been on a new journey the past couple of years with our advancement into 5A and this simply follows in that same path. Lots of new chances for our young men and women to grow and advance athletically and academically.”

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immediately draws attention

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about the district and having the opportunity

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Crandall ISD entered this year’s UIL realignment knowing

year in football to the state quarterfinals before losing to eventual state champion South Oak Cliff.

“Every week will be tough for our boys and girls in all sports, and we are set to embrace the challenges coming our way,” Hardin said. “There is lots of tradition as you look around our district. We are excited to add ours to the mix as we continue growing into 5A.”

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CISD Police Department welcomes 3 new officers In March, CISD Police Chief Billy Taylor welcomed three new schoolbased law enforcement officers—continuing the district’s commitment to safety.

“Having the district’s own school-based law enforcement not only helps make schools safer, but it also provides positive interactions and connections with students and law enforcement,” said Dr. Wendy Eldredge, Crandall ISD superintendent. “As we grow, we will keep safety a top priority.”

When CISD established its police department in July 2019, the department had four officers.

These three newest hires will allow CISD to continue engaging its officers with students in ways beyond just law enforcement.

“Being with kids every day allows our officers to create a solid foundation of trust that will hopefully pave the way for a positive experience with all law enforcement,” Taylor said. “We are here to keep students and staff safe and we are just as committed to building relationships.”

Officer Simpson, Officer Prewitt, Officer Hartman, Chief Taylor, Officer Still, Officer Dunlap, Officer Williams.

Help us create Portrait of a Graduate Crandall ISD is proud to celebrate over 100 years of excellence and wants your help preparing future graduates for the next century of success. During the next few months, CISD will bring together students, parents, educators, business representatives, and community members to discuss the focus of our schools—above and beyond basic academic expectations.

With your input, the team will recommend real-world competencies that will comprise a CISD’s Portrait of a Graduate beyond just a standard academic design. Your feedback will provide valuable information and reveal the areas of focus needed for student growth. Please take a moment to fill out the survey—this will only take a few minutes of your time and closes Friday, April 29.

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COMMUNITY

Voice

Vice President Huffines Communities

Teacher Noble-Reed Elementary

Mayor City of Crandall

CISD provides such amazing encouragement and hope to its students.

No child is left to fend for themselves in obtaining the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in life! The care the administration and teachers exemplify for their students is second to none!

The best thing about CISD is its passionate team of teachers and staff. These individuals are the cornerstones of our children's education, and they work diligently to provide engaging experiences that grow students not just academically, but as people as well.

One of the best things about CISD is the perspective that every student is an individual and the district has tried to provide different opportunities for students to excel based on their strengths and passions. I think this comes from the genuine care the district has for each student in CISD.

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Parent Walker Elementary & Crandall High School

Parent Walker Elementary & Crandall High School

The thing I love the most about CISD is the partnership that the teachers and parents have, because of this partnership the district is able to provide a higher level of education. I have been able to see the growth the past 10 years and I am so proud my kids are part of CISD.

The best thing about the district is the consistent effort to prepare a solid foundation and education for students.

Many community leaders have been contributing countless hours toward building a bigger and more competitive district for our students across all areas of CISD. The positive atmosphere and teamwork creates opportunities for all of the future endeavors of our school district.

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