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November Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/02/26 (11:07 AM)

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District Newsletter

Monthly news, events and updates

November 2, 2026
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Tiger Families,

Welcome to this month’s edition of the Caldwell County Schools Newsletter! Each month, we’ll share important updates, upcoming events, and helpful reminders to keep our families and community informed and connected.

Mission: ​Caldwell County Public Schools respects, supports, and empowers our students to foster their future success.

Vision: Caldwell County Public Schools aspires to be a dynamic learning center, fostering success by nurturing respect, supporting students with real-world skills, and instilling a strong commitment to community impact.
 

In this issue:

Thanksgiving Food Drive | CCPS & CCES

The HOPE Center is hosting a food drive at Caldwell County Primary School and Caldwell County Elementary School. All donated food items will be given to Southside Baptist Church to help prepare Thanksgiving food baskets for families in our community.

Non-perishable food items will be collected Tuesday, November 3 through Thursday, November 5.  

The classroom at each school that brings the most items overall will win a pizza party. 

​CCES Students Supporting Operation Giving Trees

​Mrs. Harralson's students at Caldwell County Elementary School are collecting toys to support Operation Giving Trees, a local nonprofit organization in Princeton that assists families throughout the year. As part of a special community service project, students are helping the organization prepare for the Christmas season!

Donations of toy cars, LEGOs, Barbies, and baby dolls are especially needed. 

 A collection box will be available in ​Mrs. Harralson's classroom.

Donation Drive at CCMS & CCHS

Mrs. Harralson's students are once again leading donation drives at CCMS and CCHS to support the HOPE & COPE Centers! This year, the center is in need of socks, chapstick, and winter hats.

Donations will be accepted beginning Monday​, November 2 through ​Friday, November 13.​ All donations are greatly appreciated.

Drop-off Locations​
  • CCMS- Students may place donated items in the collection box located in Mrs. Harralson's room. 
  • CCHS- Students may place donated items in the collection box located in the cafeteria.

Veterans Day Program | November 11

Join us this Veterans Day as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We are excited to welcome all local Veterans to a special celebration on Wednesday, November 11, at Caldwell County Elementary School.   

  • Date: Tuesday, November 11
  • Time: Doors open at 7:30 a.m. (for breakfast), and the program will begin at 8:35 a.m.
  • Location: Caldwell County Elementary School

Following the conclusion of the program, we’ll begin the campus-wide parade.

Thanksgiving Break | November 25-27

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Our students, families, and staff will have a chance to take a well-deserved break from the school routine and enjoy the holiday together.

Have a relaxing and enjoyable Thanksgiving, Tigers! 

Leadership in the Library

Our Primary and Elementary libraries are inspiring students to "Read, Think, Create and Lead!"  Through engaging read alouds, book exploration, hands on challenges, collaboration and journal reflections, students are building curiosity, creativity and confidence.  

October's Literati Book Fair offered an exciting opportunity to discover new books and celebrate reading. November's theme, "Leaders and Changemakers," reminds students that everyone can be a leader.  In the library, students practice leadership by checking out their own books, caring for shared materials, helping classmates, recommending books and contributing ideas. 

 Across both libraries, our Tigers are discovering how their ideas and actions can positively impact their schools and communities!  
 

Reminders

Every School Day Counts!

Regular attendance is an important part of student success. As families plan for the 2026–2027 school year, please keep these attendance reminders in mind:
  • 5 Parent Notes: Each student may use up to 5 parent notes for absences each school year.
  • 5 Tardy Parent Notes: Students may also use up to 5 parent notes for tardies each year.
  • 3-Day Deadline: Parents and guardians have 3 school days after a student returns to school to submit an excuse for an absence.
Families should also be mindful of chronic absenteeism, which is defined as missing 10% of the school year—about two days each month—whether absences are excused or unexcused.

Every day matters. Every absence adds up. Let’s make every school day count!
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Reminder: Bus Notes and Transportation Changes

Bus Notes and Transportation Changes
To ensure student safety and clear communication, we will no longer accept bus notes or transportation changes over the phone unless it is an emergency. Please submit all transportation changes to your school secretaries through email or ParentSquare. This change was effective Monday, November 3, 2025

Drop-Off Policy Reminder
Students must be in 6th grade or above to be dropped off without an adult. Younger students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a sibling who is in 6th grade or above.

2026-2027 School Calendar

Keep up with all the important dates! From parent-teacher conferences to school holidays and special events, our school calendar ensures your family is always in the loop. Click the calendar to view or download a copy, and don’t forget to check back regularly for any updates throughout the year.  

You can view the full calendar on the district website and begin planning for a successful school year. We look forward to another great year together!

School Food Pantry

The School Food Pantry is located at CCES. Families with children enrolled in Caldwell County Schools are eligible to visit the food pantry. You can schedule an appointment to visit the pantry by calling the HOPE Center at 270-365-8050 or the COPE Center at 270-365-8026.

School Clinic

The school clinic will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM while school is in session. A dedicated Baptist Health team will be on-site to provide essential health services, ensuring our students and staff have access to the care they need.

Monthly Menus

November 2026 lunch menu for Caldwell County Primary School with daily meal choices for each weekday. Breakfast options are also included.
November 2026 lunch menu for Caldwell County Elementary School with daily meal choices for each weekday. Breakfast options are also included.
November 2026 lunch menu for Caldwell County Middle School with daily meal choices for each weekday. Breakfast options are also included.
November 2026 lunch menu for Caldwell County High School with daily meal choices for each weekday. Breakfast options are also included.
 

Contact information

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • Caldwell County Primary School- (270) 365-8040
  • Caldwell County Elementary School- (270) 365-8030
  • Caldwell County Middle School- (270) 365-8020
  • Caldwell County High School- (270) 365-8010
  • Caldwell Regional Career Center- (270) 365-5563
  • Caldwell County Board of Education- (270) 365-8000