🎉 Congratulations to Our CTE Mini-Grant Winners! 🎉
We are proud to celebrate two of our amazing teachers, Mrs. Lindley (5th Grade) and Mrs. Cleveland (3rd Grade), for receiving mini-grants to enhance student learning!
📚 Mrs. Lindley’s grant will fund an online reading program to support and engage young readers.
📖 Mrs. Cleveland’s grant will provide additional books for her classroom—giving students even more opportunities to develop the joy of reading.
A huge thank you to SBHC Superintendent Dr. Brenda Longshore and Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations Mrs. Anjelica Ramos Tinajero for visiting our campus to personally present these awards. Your support helps our teachers continue to make a difference every day!
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #WeAreSBHC #TeacherExcellence #MiniGrantWinners #ReadingRocks #ThankYou
We are proud to celebrate two of our amazing teachers, Mrs. Lindley (5th Grade) and Mrs. Cleveland (3rd Grade), for receiving mini-grants to enhance student learning!
📚 Mrs. Lindley’s grant will fund an online reading program to support and engage young readers.
📖 Mrs. Cleveland’s grant will provide additional books for her classroom—giving students even more opportunities to develop the joy of reading.
A huge thank you to SBHC Superintendent Dr. Brenda Longshore and Assistant Superintendent of Business Operations Mrs. Anjelica Ramos Tinajero for visiting our campus to personally present these awards. Your support helps our teachers continue to make a difference every day!
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #WeAreSBHC #TeacherExcellence #MiniGrantWinners #ReadingRocks #ThankYou
Our Little Mustangs Are Making Their Mark!
Our VPK students at Cracker Trail Elementary had a blast painting their tiles for the I am pART of This Community Tile Wall! Each colorful creation represents their teamwork and Mustang pride. 🐴💛
We can’t wait to see the finished wall come together — a true masterpiece which will include our youngest Mustangs! 💫
Special thanks to Mrs. Sebring for leading the painting adventure and our VPK staff members - Mrs. Bush and Mrs. Flowers - for joining in on the fun!
#CrackerTrailElementary #MustangPride #CTERocks #VPK #CommunityArt #YoungMustangs #CreativeKids
Our VPK students at Cracker Trail Elementary had a blast painting their tiles for the I am pART of This Community Tile Wall! Each colorful creation represents their teamwork and Mustang pride. 🐴💛
We can’t wait to see the finished wall come together — a true masterpiece which will include our youngest Mustangs! 💫
Special thanks to Mrs. Sebring for leading the painting adventure and our VPK staff members - Mrs. Bush and Mrs. Flowers - for joining in on the fun!
#CrackerTrailElementary #MustangPride #CTERocks #VPK #CommunityArt #YoungMustangs #CreativeKids
🎟️🐎 BUY YOUR TICKETS 🤠🌾
CTE Mustangs — It’s Hoedown Time!
Tickets go on sale TODAY, Friday, October 24 for our Cracker Trail Hoedown! 🎉
Parents can conveniently purchase tickets online through the School Board of Highlands County website.
🍔🥧 All meals must be pre-ordered, and ticket sales will close on Thursday, November 13 — don’t miss out on this fun-filled Mustang family event! 💛🖤
👉 https://highlands.revtrak.net/cracker-trail-elementary/cte-hoedown/#/list
#CrackerTrailMustangs #CTEHoedown #MustangPride
CTE Mustangs — It’s Hoedown Time!
Tickets go on sale TODAY, Friday, October 24 for our Cracker Trail Hoedown! 🎉
Parents can conveniently purchase tickets online through the School Board of Highlands County website.
🍔🥧 All meals must be pre-ordered, and ticket sales will close on Thursday, November 13 — don’t miss out on this fun-filled Mustang family event! 💛🖤
👉 https://highlands.revtrak.net/cracker-trail-elementary/cte-hoedown/#/list
#CrackerTrailMustangs #CTEHoedown #MustangPride
🎟️Cracker Trail Hoedown Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY, October 24! 🎟️
Be sure to buy your meal tickets and wristbands online (link will be shared Friday 10/24) for the Hoedown!
All BBQ 🍔 and Hot Dog 🌭Dinners MUST be Pre-Ordered and no meals will be sold at the gate.
🗓️Don’t delay and set your calendars to buy your tickets soon! ✅🗓️
Be sure to buy your meal tickets and wristbands online (link will be shared Friday 10/24) for the Hoedown!
All BBQ 🍔 and Hot Dog 🌭Dinners MUST be Pre-Ordered and no meals will be sold at the gate.
🗓️Don’t delay and set your calendars to buy your tickets soon! ✅🗓️
Don't Forget Picture Retakes
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
🚀👽 Our 2nd graders had an out-of-this-world experience Thursday! 🌌
They used their place value skills and successfully escaped the alien room! 💛🖤
#CTEMustangs #STEMlearning #MathIsFun #OutOfThisWorld
They used their place value skills and successfully escaped the alien room! 💛🖤
#CTEMustangs #STEMlearning #MathIsFun #OutOfThisWorld
Don't forget to click on the link below...
Do you have a family member that is a United States Veteran?
Join us as our students pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary School
If you would like us to recognize a veteran who will be in attendance, please call 863-471-5777 or complete this Google Form:
🔗 https://shorturl.at/nWoJp
💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed
🤠 Hey Mustang Families! 🐴💛🖤
Get ready for a Cracker Trail Hoedown good time! 🎶
📅 Thursday, November 20
🍔 BBQ • 🐎 Pony Rides • 🎈 Bounce Houses • 🎤 Entertainment & MORE!
🎟️ Ticket sale info coming soon — stay tuned!
We can’t wait to spend another amazing Mustang night with our CTE family! 💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #HoedownFun
Get ready for a Cracker Trail Hoedown good time! 🎶
📅 Thursday, November 20
🍔 BBQ • 🐎 Pony Rides • 🎈 Bounce Houses • 🎤 Entertainment & MORE!
🎟️ Ticket sale info coming soon — stay tuned!
We can’t wait to spend another amazing Mustang night with our CTE family! 💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #HoedownFun
🎉 Congratulations to our September Herd of Honor Students of the Month!
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding perseverance in and out of the classroom. Perseverance for students is all about working hard and refusing to give up, even when the going gets tough.
Scarlett Vigil
Josiah Lopez
Rylee Goodman
Alayna Neal
Brian Bledsoe
Layla Martz
Connor Jacobs
Jesus Huerta
Annsleigh Conrad
J Holden
Eva Cox
Paisley Sheffield
Radson Eveleth
Alessandra "Allie" Fabian
Blake Boatwright
Jeremy St. Fleur
Kristopher Virostko
Michael "Austin" Hare
Yosari Sanchez Silva
Mavrick Wack
Tina Weeks
Jadiel Guevara
Jasmine Garduno
Collins Kalus
Noah Hargaden
Brian Garcia Rey
Ryleigh Yarbrough
Skylar Anderson
Mariana Hernandez Luna
Julian McGarry
Sophia Byrd
Brayden Muha
Jayden Guarino
Hunter Gillilan
Luke Tyson
Gunnar Angle
Koby Buhler
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding perseverance in and out of the classroom. Perseverance for students is all about working hard and refusing to give up, even when the going gets tough.
Scarlett Vigil
Josiah Lopez
Rylee Goodman
Alayna Neal
Brian Bledsoe
Layla Martz
Connor Jacobs
Jesus Huerta
Annsleigh Conrad
J Holden
Eva Cox
Paisley Sheffield
Radson Eveleth
Alessandra "Allie" Fabian
Blake Boatwright
Jeremy St. Fleur
Kristopher Virostko
Michael "Austin" Hare
Yosari Sanchez Silva
Mavrick Wack
Tina Weeks
Jadiel Guevara
Jasmine Garduno
Collins Kalus
Noah Hargaden
Brian Garcia Rey
Ryleigh Yarbrough
Skylar Anderson
Mariana Hernandez Luna
Julian McGarry
Sophia Byrd
Brayden Muha
Jayden Guarino
Hunter Gillilan
Luke Tyson
Gunnar Angle
Koby Buhler
Are you a United States Veteran?
Join us as our students pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
📅 Tuesday, November 11, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary School
If you would like us to recognize a veteran who will be in attendance, please call 863-471-5777 or complete this Google Form:
🔗 https://shorturl.at/nWoJp
💛🖤 #CTEMustangs #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed
Check out what is happening at Cracker Trail Elementary.
Click the link to find out now!
https://secure.smore.com/n/uvd5b
Mark your calendars....
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22
📍 Cracker Trail Elementary
📸✨ Picture Retake Day is coming, Mustangs! 🐎💛🖤
If your student missed the first Picture Day or needs a retake, this is their chance!
👉 Students will be photographed on Retake Day.
👉 Bring your original package if available.
👉 Orders can be placed at mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT33HC2 .
👉 Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Retake Day.
Let’s see those Mustang smiles! 😁📷💛🖤
Don't forget, this Wednesday is a 2-hour early release (9/24/25). All bus routes & parent pickup lines will be two hours earlier on Wednesday. Please notify your child's teacher if there is a change in the way your child will be going home.
🎉 Congratulations to Tabitha Wallace! 🎉
Cracker Trail Elementary is proud to celebrate her recognition as the District Office Teacher of the Year! 🏆✨
We are so thankful for the incredible support she provides to meet the speech and language needs of our students. 💛🖤
Way to go, Mrs. Wallace! 👏
Cracker Trail Elementary is proud to celebrate her recognition as the District Office Teacher of the Year! 🏆✨
We are so thankful for the incredible support she provides to meet the speech and language needs of our students. 💛🖤
Way to go, Mrs. Wallace! 👏
CTE Parents,
School pictures are now available!
To view and order your child’s photos, please visit www.mylifetouch.com Log in to your account or create a new one using your student’s ID number.
As a bonus, all families can also order a FREE Digital SmileSafe Card through the site.
If you would like to learn more about the SmileSafe program please use the link below.
https://lifetouch.com/smilesafe/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=PPD_F23_Po1_US&utm_content=safecard
Thank you for your continued support!
School pictures are now available!
To view and order your child’s photos, please visit www.mylifetouch.com Log in to your account or create a new one using your student’s ID number.
As a bonus, all families can also order a FREE Digital SmileSafe Card through the site.
If you would like to learn more about the SmileSafe program please use the link below.
https://lifetouch.com/smilesafe/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=PPD_F23_Po1_US&utm_content=safecard
Thank you for your continued support!
📣 Reminder to CTE Parents 📣
Our parent pickup time continues to shorten. Student pickup ends at 2:30 PM.
⏰ Please make arrangements to be on campus and pick up your child on time before 2:30 PM.
Your cooperation helps us keep all students safe and supervised.
Thank you! 💙
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTEPickUp #ParentPickUp #EndOfTheSchoolDay
Our parent pickup time continues to shorten. Student pickup ends at 2:30 PM.
⏰ Please make arrangements to be on campus and pick up your child on time before 2:30 PM.
Your cooperation helps us keep all students safe and supervised.
Thank you! 💙
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTEPickUp #ParentPickUp #EndOfTheSchoolDay
🎉 Big Congratulations Are in Order! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce Cracker Trail Elementary’s Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year!
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Denise Hines
Our amazing 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Hines, has been recognized for her unwavering dedication, inspiring teaching, and the positive impact she makes every single day in our students' lives. Her passion and commitment to excellence shine through in everything she does!
🛠️ School-Related Employee of the Year: Mrs. Sonia Almenteros
As our Plant Manager, Mrs. Almenteros keeps our school running smoothly and looking its best. Her hard work, kindness, and behind-the-scenes efforts make a world of difference for the entire Cracker Trail Elementary community.
Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Hines and Mrs. Almenteros for their outstanding contributions to Cracker Trail Elementary’s students and staff! 💛🖤👏
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTETeacherOfTheYear #TeacherOfTheYear #CTESupportPersonOfTheYear #SupportPersonOfTheYear #SchoolHeroes #WeAreProud #ThankYou
We are thrilled to announce Cracker Trail Elementary’s Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year!
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Mrs. Denise Hines
Our amazing 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Hines, has been recognized for her unwavering dedication, inspiring teaching, and the positive impact she makes every single day in our students' lives. Her passion and commitment to excellence shine through in everything she does!
🛠️ School-Related Employee of the Year: Mrs. Sonia Almenteros
As our Plant Manager, Mrs. Almenteros keeps our school running smoothly and looking its best. Her hard work, kindness, and behind-the-scenes efforts make a world of difference for the entire Cracker Trail Elementary community.
Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Hines and Mrs. Almenteros for their outstanding contributions to Cracker Trail Elementary’s students and staff! 💛🖤👏
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTETeacherOfTheYear #TeacherOfTheYear #CTESupportPersonOfTheYear #SupportPersonOfTheYear #SchoolHeroes #WeAreProud #ThankYou
📸 Picture Day is coming!
🗓 Wednesday, September 10
You can place your order online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW.
✅ Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Students may also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day.
💻 After Picture Day, all orders must be placed online at mylifetouch.com.
mylifetouch.com
Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW
🗓 Wednesday, September 10
You can place your order online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW.
✅ Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Students may also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day.
💻 After Picture Day, all orders must be placed online at mylifetouch.com.
mylifetouch.com
Picture Day ID: EVTKDSKDW
🎉 Congratulations to our August Herd of Honor Students of the Month!
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding Responsibility in and out of the classroom. Whether it’s being prepared, helping others, or leading by example, they truly represent what it means to be part of our HERD!
Levi Heaps
Yazmin Murphy
River Gillilan
Taylin Galeas
Mackenzie Cooper
Kayden Valle
Jaxson Castro
Autumn Carpenter
Kinley Crivello
Jayden Castro
Carter Eddy
Arie Dalke
Ariana Chavis
McKinley Campbell
Jordan Acevedo
Pilar Avalos
Easton Russ
Madison Owen
D'Legend Morel
Skylar Anderson
Ashley Reyes
Luna Anton Gomez
Aria Araujo
Ella Cocanougher
Austyn Carter
Annabel Brown
Korra Bozeman
Vanessa Appel
Kersten Wilson
Tessa Bini
Luke Russell-Stephens
Everli Himrod
Kensley Wadlinger
AvaLynn Hayes
Gracelyn Sapp
Marley Zelenenki
Charles Flowers
Keep up the amazing work, Mustangs! We’re so proud of you!
#HerdOfHonor #StudentOfTheMonth #Responsibility #CTERocks
If you would like to see these amazing students' photos please click on this Facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Qvp1Pp1E4/
We are proud to recognize these Mustangs for showing outstanding Responsibility in and out of the classroom. Whether it’s being prepared, helping others, or leading by example, they truly represent what it means to be part of our HERD!
Levi Heaps
Yazmin Murphy
River Gillilan
Taylin Galeas
Mackenzie Cooper
Kayden Valle
Jaxson Castro
Autumn Carpenter
Kinley Crivello
Jayden Castro
Carter Eddy
Arie Dalke
Ariana Chavis
McKinley Campbell
Jordan Acevedo
Pilar Avalos
Easton Russ
Madison Owen
D'Legend Morel
Skylar Anderson
Ashley Reyes
Luna Anton Gomez
Aria Araujo
Ella Cocanougher
Austyn Carter
Annabel Brown
Korra Bozeman
Vanessa Appel
Kersten Wilson
Tessa Bini
Luke Russell-Stephens
Everli Himrod
Kensley Wadlinger
AvaLynn Hayes
Gracelyn Sapp
Marley Zelenenki
Charles Flowers
Keep up the amazing work, Mustangs! We’re so proud of you!
#HerdOfHonor #StudentOfTheMonth #Responsibility #CTERocks
If you would like to see these amazing students' photos please click on this Facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Qvp1Pp1E4/
🚗 IMPORTANT DROP-OFF REMINDER 🚗
Dear CTE Parents & Caregivers,
For everyone’s safety and to keep things moving smoothly during morning arrival, please remember:
✅ Use the designated traffic lanes to enter and exit campus
❌ DO NOT use the exit lane to enter campus or parking areas to drop off students
🚸 Follow all staff instructions, procedures, and posted signs
⏱ Make sure your children are ready to exit the vehicle to start their day and keep the line moving
PreK and VPK caregivers will continue to use the front parking lot to park and walk their students to the designated Prek drop off gate.
Let’s work together to ensure a safe and efficient drop-off for all students. Thank you for your cooperation! 💙
#CTERocks #CTEMustangs #SchoolSafety #MorningDropOff #ParentReminder
Dear CTE Parents & Caregivers,
For everyone’s safety and to keep things moving smoothly during morning arrival, please remember:
✅ Use the designated traffic lanes to enter and exit campus
❌ DO NOT use the exit lane to enter campus or parking areas to drop off students
🚸 Follow all staff instructions, procedures, and posted signs
⏱ Make sure your children are ready to exit the vehicle to start their day and keep the line moving
PreK and VPK caregivers will continue to use the front parking lot to park and walk their students to the designated Prek drop off gate.
Let’s work together to ensure a safe and efficient drop-off for all students. Thank you for your cooperation! 💙
#CTERocks #CTEMustangs #SchoolSafety #MorningDropOff #ParentReminder
