Next Friday, January 16th, school is closed for teacher meetings, but you may sign your child up for a full day of Cub Club! See the attached flyer for more information!
As we prepare for report cards to be sent home in January, we wanted to send a quick reminder about an important change in our elementary reporting.
This quarter marks the first time that students in grades K-6 will be formally scored on our Portrait of a Graduate skills.
The Portrait of a Graduate outlines the essential skills and qualities we want all students to build for success. These scores will now appear on elementary report cards to give you a clearer picture of your child's growth in these critical areas.
As you receive your child’s first progress report on Portrait of a Graduate skills, please keep in mind that it is common for younger students to receive a score of 1 (Not Meeting Expectations) or 2 (Approaching Expectations). This does not mean they are failing. Many of these skills are complex skills that students are just learning to practice and should master by the end of 6th grade.
To review the rubrics used in grades K-4 or to learn more about the Portrait of a Graduate, please use the links below:
Click Here for K-4 Rubrics
Happy New Year, Tigers!
We're excited to kick off 2026!
-Staff return Monday, January 5th, for a Teacher Work Day.
-Students are back in school on Tuesday, January 6th.
Kindergarten 9:00-9:30 AM
1st Grade 9:40-10:10 AM
2nd Grade 1:00-1:30 PM
3rd Grade 1:40-2:10 PM
4th Grade 2:20-2:50 PM
If you have students in multiple grade levels and are unable to attend the designated times of each of your students, please reach out to your classroom teacher — If given advanced notice, we may be able to make arrangements for you to build together during one of their sessions.
We're looking forward to building memories with YOU!!
Cape Girardeau Public Schools encourages anyone interested in running for school board to file to be a candidate. There are three positions available with three-year terms for the April 7, 2026, election. Filing begins December 9th between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Filing ends December 30, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In between, candidates may file by appointment only. Please contact Brian Payne at 573-335-1867 or payneb@capetigers.com to make an appointment. More information can be found in the Public Notice found in District Information and School Board, or click here.
Reminder! School will not be in session from Decemeber 22nd through January 5th , for our Winter Break! Students will return to school on January 6th!
Today the 4th Grade students got a very special presentation!
Franklin Elementary welcomed several members of the SEMO Athletic Departement! These various professionals came and spoke to the students about careers related to athletics. They talked to the students about how these careers help our local athletes thrive and succeed.
Our speakers included:
Jeff Honza - Stategic Communications
Brooke Hengst - Athletic Advisor, Athlete Developement
TJ Bartels - Director of Tickets and Annual Fund
Kristen Jones - Assistant Athletic Trainer (XC/T&F)
Todd Riedel - Assistant Director of Sports Performance
Camryn Nielson - Social Media Strategist
& ROWDY!!
Thank you to all of our speakers for joining us today!
*Weather Update for Tonight*
Due to the potential winter weather moving in this evening, all district activities on our campuses will end by 6 PM tonight.
-This allows after-school Cub Club and practices to continue as scheduled.
-All activities after 6 PM—including CTC night classes, youth practices, and any school events—are canceled.
Everyone stay safe and warm!
Starting on Thursday the students are welcome to join the teachers in our 12 Days of Winter Wonder!
Each day is completely optional! ❤️
Reminder! School will be closed on November 26th, 27th, & 28th for Thanksgiving Break!
