Catalayah Elementary

Random cuteness to get you through the rest of the week!!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🍭🎉 Mrs. Douthitt’s kindergarten class has been showing AMAZING behavior, and they earned a Popsicle Party to celebrate! ❤️ They worked hard to earn 20 compliments, filling their Star Jar with marbles each time they were recognized for making great choices. 🙌 Way to go, Kindergarten! You’re already shining with the Magic Triad and 8 Expectations! 😊👏 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎉 Happy National IT Day!!! 🎉 Our Tech Dept is AMAZING!!! 💻🙌 Big shoutout to Josh, Tom, Dawson, Kyler, Ritter, Cheri, Vanessa, and Brian – always so helpful and ready to tackle any problem that comes our way! 👏👏 And of course, a special thank you to our site ladies, Ms. Lopez and Ms. Donya, for keeping Catalayah running smoothly each and every day. We appreciate you all so much! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Homecoming shirt order is due Wednesday!! If you send in the paper order it will save you a little money.

Please make sure and turn into the office Wednesday September 17th.

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We’ve started something new this year at Catalayah — Classroom Buddies! Older classes are paired with younger classes to build friendships, encourage each other, and make special memories throughout the year. ❤️ Last week, Mrs. Geranen’s 3rd graders surprised Mrs. Hall’s 1st graders with some adorable encouraging notes before their spelling test. ✏️📚 The smiles say it all! We are excited to see how our classroom buddies this year!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Students have started checking out books in the library!!! What an exciting time as our shelves come to life with new adventures, mysteries, and stories waiting to be discovered! Please be sure to return library books each week during library time so students can keep exploring new ones. 🐛📖 After all, an elementary library is like a treasure chest—every book opens the door to a brand-new adventure! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Ms. Toops’ 4th grade math class had a blast playing Multiplication Wars last week! 🙌✨ This fast-paced card game is the perfect way to sharpen those multiplication facts while having fun. Who knew practicing math could feel like a battle of the brains? #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This is the last week for our fundraiser!

All orders are due September 19th.

Top Boy and Girl that sell the most items will be awarded Homecoming Prince and Princess. Winners will be announced Sept 22.

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🎉 Our PTO is simply AMAZING!!! 🎉 Yesterday they rolled out the Whoot Whoot Wagon 🚎💨, making sure every single staff member got a yummy treat. What an awesome surprise to brighten up a Wednesday morning! 💕🍬☕ Want to join in on the fun? Come to the next PTO meeting and get involved—we’d love to have you! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Homecoming Dress Up Days!!

September 29- Oct 3

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Ms. Johnson's 4th graders enjoy their DEAR time!!! (Drop everything and read) #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎉 Big news, Catalayah Zebras! 🎉 Catalayah Elementary has once again been named a Certified Healthy School! 🏆💚 This recognition celebrates our commitment to creating a healthy, safe, and supportive environment for our students and staff. From encouraging healthy choices to promoting wellness in and out of the classroom, we’re proud to continue building a school culture where everyone can thrive! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This is the last week that yearbooks are only $20. After Friday the price goes up. I have attached the link to order.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2096947/CATALAYAH-ELEMENTARY-SCHOOL/2026-Yearbook/20250717101524107117/CATALOG_SHOP

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Homecoming shirts and Zebra gear are for sale. We have the forms in the office or you can order online.

https://chshomecoming2025.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

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Our young scientists have been busy! This week Ms. Loyd's 5th grade Science classes dove into the scientific method—asking questions, making predictions, testing ideas, and sharing results. Students also explored the different tools scientists use, from magnifying glasses and rulers to beakers and thermometers, and talked about how each one helps us gather data and make discoveries. Curiosity + creativity = science in action! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Our 3rd–5th graders have been busy little artists! They created their very own color wheels, learning how to mix primary colors with crayons and colored pencils to discover brand-new shades. 🌈🖍️ We love watching their creativity shine as they explore the magic of colors! 💛💙❤️

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Please note the following changes to the menu this month.

Wednesday 9/17
Chicken Quesadilla
Chili
Cinnamon Roll
Refried Beans

Thursday 9/18
Grilled Ham/Cheese Sandwich
Fiestada Pizza
Garlic Green Beans

Tuesday 9/23
Chicken Alfredo
Ribque Sandwich
Orange Glazed Carrots

Wednesday 9/24
Sloppy Joe
Totchos
Veg Beans

*cute pic for attention!!

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Our Catalayah Fundraiser has officially kicked off!
We had an awesome start this morning at Rise & Shine, and students brought home their fundraiser packets today.

✨ The best part? You can also shop online, and all items will be shipped directly to you!

👑 Even more exciting—this year’s Top Boy & Girl Sellers will earn a special spot on our Homecoming Court as Prince & Princess! This honor only comes around once every 4 years, so let’s make it big!

🗓 The fundraiser ends September 19th and winners will be announced on September 22nd!

📲 Share the link with family & friends and let’s get to shoppin’ while supporting our amazing students!

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Shoutout to our amazing admin team! 🍎✨ After teachers stayed late for parent nights this week, our thoughtful bosses surprised them with Sonic drinks as a sweet thank-you! We are definitely feeling the love at Catalayah! ❤️ I’ve added a few pics of some of our staff enjoying their drinks—cheers to the best bosses around! 🥤 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Don't forget it's early release today!!

Students dismiss at 2:00.

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