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November 2025 CISD Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/02/25 (2:26 PM)
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Crusader: District Newsletter

Crandall ISD: November News and Updates

Dear CISD Community,

Welcome to this month’s Crandall ISD Newsletter!
Inside, you’ll find key updates and helpful information — including:
  • Exciting district news
  • Voting information
  • Job opportunities
  • ParentSquare tips
  • Important dates to remember
  • And more!
Thank you for staying connected and engaged. Together, WE ARE ONE — celebrating student success, supporting our staff, and strengthening our Pirate community every day.
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First Division rating at the UIL Marching Contest!

We are incredibly proud of our students for earning a First Division rating at the UIL Marching Contest! Their dedication, focus, and hard work throughout the season showed in their performance. It’s a privilege to see their commitment and effort pay off in such a meaningful way.

 

Election Day is this Tuesday, November 4 — your last chance to vote!

Crandall ISD is on the ballot, and your vote matters. For about $5 a month, CISD voters can help bring in $4 million annually to support our students and staff through the Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) — also known as the school funding election.

This funding is already allocated to:
  • Increase salaries to stay competitive with surrounding districts
  • Support classrooms and student programs
  • Strengthen safety and security

Crandall ISD is one of the few districts in our area that has not yet passed a VATRE, which means we currently receive less state funding and have a harder time recruiting and retaining quality teachers and staff.

📽️ Watch Dr. Murry’s short explanation video below to learn how the VATRE works, where the money goes, and why it matters for Crandall ISD or learn more here: www.crandall-isd.net/vatre

 

Crandall ISD is hiring!

With our fast-growing community, we are always looking for great people to join the Pirate family — and right now, we have several immediate openings. Do you know someone who would be a great fit? Please share and help us bring the best to Crandall ISD!

Positions
👮 Police Officer
  • Work with students and help keep our schools safe
  • Summers & holidays off
Chief Timothy Payovich — tpayovich@crandall-isd.net

🚌 Bus Drivers
  • Perfect for stay-at-home parents, retirees, or those wanting flexible hours
  • Training provided — we’ll help you get qualified!
  • Parents can bring their young children (ages 3+) on the bus
Apply here or contact:
Johnny Cana — jcana@crandall-isd.net

🥗 Child Nutrition / Food Service Staff
  • Work in a positive school environment
  • Enjoy a supportive team culture
  • Help fuel student success every day
Apply here or contact:
Tim Davis — tdavis@crandall-isd.net

Come grow with us — Be a Pirate! 🏴‍☠️
Visit our Careers page to apply and learn more.
 

October Principal Appreciation Month

We just ended Principal Appreciation Month! Make sure when you see your child's Principal to thank them for all they do!
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Election Day is Tuesday!

We hear it often — “Crandall ISD taxes are high.” Let’s take a look.

Crandall ISD’s current total tax rate is $1.1692, which is lower than many surrounding districts, including Forney, Kaufman, Royse City, DeSoto, Lancaster, Sunnyvale, and Ennis ISDs. Even if the CISD VATRE passes, we still have a lower tax rate than most districts.

These districts can pay teachers more because their VATREs have already passed, raising their Maintenance & Operations (M&O) rates — the portion of school funding that supports salaries and classrooms.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 4.
For about $5 a month, you can help Crandall ISD fill the gap.

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Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers or Master's degrees

Wilson para Ashlyn Chism shares how the Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers changed her life — and how you can apply, too. Don’t miss this opportunity to get financial support and join a community of passionate Texas educators.

Follow the link to learn more and apply: https://charlesbuttfdn.smapply.io
 

ParentSquare Parent Tips - Notifications & Language Settings

As we continue improving our communication systems and adjusting to a new tool, we encourage all families to check their ParentSquare settings to ensure you are receiving messages the way that works best for you.

FIRST - download the ParentSquare app on your phone or go online to www.parentsquare.com/signin. Sign in using your phone number or email you used when registering your student on Skyward Family Access. Do forgot password, to set a password. 

You can update your:
  • Notification Preferences (instant, daily digest, email, text, app alerts)
  • Language Settings (automatic translation available)
How to Adjust Your Settings
  1. Open the ParentSquare app or log in through the website
  2. Tap your Profile in the upper right corner
  3. Select Notifications or Language
  4. Make any updates needed to customize your experience
Watch video tutorials and learn more at www.crandall-isd.net/parentsquare.
 

What's for Breakfast & Lunch?

CISD Food Menus
 
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Free & Reduced Meals

Children need healthy meals to learn. Crandall ISD offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $2.25; lunch costs PreK-5th grade is $3.50, and 6-12th grade is $3.75. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced-meal prices. Reduced-price is free for breakfast and $0.40 for lunch. Contact amitchell@crandall-isd.net for questions.

Remember to (re)apply for free or reduced school meals for the
2025-2026 school year online. 

 

Attendance Matters!

Did you know that missing just two days a month can add up to 18 days a year—almost an entire month of learning lost? Consistent attendance is one of the biggest predictors of student success.

As you plan doctor appointments, family trips, or other events, keep our Fall 2025 “No School” days in mind:

  • Nov. 7, 24–28
  • Dec. 18 (Early Release), 19, 22–31

Help your student stay on track—every day counts!

Find our District Calendar at www.crandall-isd.net/calendars
A school calendar for Fall 2025 lists important dates and student holidays.
Student Holidays English
A calendar lists school holidays for Autumn 2025 in Spanish.
Student Holidays Spanish
 

Upcoming Events: Note Student Holidays - no school

See all campus calendars here:

November 2025
  • Tuesday, November 4: Election Day - CISD is on the ballot 
  • Fri 11/7 • Student Holiday/ Staff Learning Day
  • Saturday, Nov 8 - Crandall Harvest Fest (City) & Battle of the Badges
  •  Mon 11/10, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm • Regular Board Meeting Open Session
  • Friday, November 14 - Free Food Friday at Martin Elementary 4:30=-6:30
  •  Mon 11/24 - Fri 11/28 • Student Holiday/ Staff Holiday

December 2025
  •  Mon 12/08, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm • Regular Board Meeting Open Session
  •  Thu 12/18 • Early Release/ End of Semester
  •  Fri 12/19 • Student Holiday/Staff Work Day
  •  Mon 12/22 - Fri 12/26 • Student Holiday/ Staff Holiday
  •  Mon 12/29 - Fri 1/2 • Student Holiday/ Staff Holiday
 

You have questions. We have answers. Let’s Connect.

Crandall ISD is introducing Let’s Connect—an interactive customer service platform designed to provide official feedback for our CISD community.

With Let’s Connect, anyone can submit a question, idea, concern, or compliment any time of day—or night—and receive a timely response from a CISD staff member. Let’s Connect will make sure your questions get the correct answers.

So, rather than rely on social media for questions and answers, Let’s Connect instead.
A connection with any of our departments is just a click away. To start your conversation, simply complete the form below.
Let's Connect
 

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  • www.crandall-isd.net
  • Facebook @CrandallISD
  • Instagram @officialcisd
  • Twitter @officialcisd
  • YouTube @officialcisd
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