Cecil Picard Mission & Vision
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Rube Goldberg Camp Info:
Current 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will be working in very small groups using various physics concepts to build a comically involved, cause and effect machine to perform a simple task. Student-to-Teacher ratio will be 6 : 1. Students will be provided a light lunch.
Dates and Times: June 8th to the 12th, 9am to 1:30pm daily.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rube-goldberg-summer-camp-tickets-1985216304407?aff=oddtdtcreator
Location: UL Campus, Maxim Doucet Hall
Details...
Day 1: Review science concepts. Explore ideas.
Day 2: Begin building steps and testing ideas
Day 3: Expand steps with further testing.
Day 4: Construct final steps and embed scientific explanations.
Day 5: Finalize Rube Goldberg and showcase machine.
This Rube Goldberg Camp will be taught by local math and science teachers.
Cecil Picard After School Program 2026–2027 Interest Form
Cecil Picard Elementary is exploring the possibility of offering an After School Program for the 2026–2027 school year, and we would love to hear from our families!
🎉🧮 Math Madness is Coming, and We Need YOU! 🧮🎉
We are so excited for Math Madness and are looking for awesome parent volunteers to help make it a success! Your support makes these events extra special for our Jr. Patriots 💙⭐
If you’re able to help, please use the link below to sign up — we would LOVE to have you join us!
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054CA8A622A3FE3-62548403-math
Thank you for always showing up for CPE! 🙌✨
YEARBOOK SALE!
🌟DIBELS MOY (Middle of the year) to EOY (end of the year) Incentive!🌟
We’re thrilled to announce a fantastic incentive for our K-3 students! 🎉 All students who meet their individual End-of-Year composite goal, or remain at or above benchmark, will earn an awesome reward! And here’s the exciting part: all students who reach their goal will be treated to a fun pizza party 🍕 and receive a free dress pass to redeem on the day of their choice! 🧑🎤
📚 AR Reading Challenge Reminder 📚
📚 AR Reading Challenge Reminder 📚
Our AR Reading Challenge has been going strong all year, and we want to take a moment to remind families about this ongoing weekly incentive that encourages students to build strong reading habits.
Each week, we track AR reading progress by homeroom. In each grade level, the class with the highest number of AR points earned for the week is recognized and rewarded.
🎉 Weekly Reward:
Winning students earn an extra snack from the snack cart
Your continued support at home makes a big difference! Encouraging your child to read daily and stay engaged with their AR goals helps build confidence, comprehension, and a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for partnering with us to keep reading a priority all year long! 📖🌟
⭐ ZEARN Weekly Challenge Reminder ⭐
⭐ ZEARN Weekly Challenge Reminder ⭐
Our ZEARN challenge has been in place all year, and we want to take a moment to remind families how important consistent lesson completion is for student growth in math.
Each week, classes in every grade level are working toward the following goal:
At least 80% of students in the class complete 3 or more on-grade-level ZEARN lessons.The class with the highest number of on-level lessons completed, while meeting the 80% participation requirement, earns an extra snack from the snack cart for the week.
Your continued encouragement and support at home truly make a difference. Helping students stay consistent with their ZEARN lessons builds strong math habits and supports their success in the classroom.
🌟 Shining Stars Celebrations! 🌟
We’re thrilled to launch a new event at Cecil Picard to honor our Star Students each month who consistently demonstrate integrity, resilience, respect, and responsibility. Join us in celebrating their hard work and positive impact! Please note, this once a month celebration will be replacing our STAR student breakfast. The next STAR student celebration is March 30, at 8:15AM.
Attendance Matters—Every Day & On Time!
Being at school and on time each day helps our Jr. Patriots start strong and stay on track with their learning. Morning routines and first lessons set the tone for the day, and every minute counts. We understand that sometimes children may be too sick to attend, and we want them to stay home to rest and recover when that happens. Otherwise, we encourage all students to be present and ready to learn each day. Thank you for helping your child build strong habits and make the most of every school day!
PreK Vet Visit!
Lucky Charms + math = a magically fun St. Patrick’s Day!
Mrs. Nicole's class sorted and graphed marshmallows—hands-on learning with a little snacking too!
3 more students in Mrs. Jennifer’s ELA classes got to ring the bell for 20 and 40 AR points! So proud of all the growth in reading this year!
Students who met their AR goals for the 3rd nine weeks were celebrated in style! They enjoyed a fun time in the library with chips, juice, and games as a reward for their hard work and dedication. We are so proud of their commitment to reading—keep it up!
Congratulations to our sweet 2nd grader, Lillian Placher, for reading 500,000 words in AR!!!
Half a million words in SECOND grade — wow!! We are so proud of your hard work and love for reading, Lila! Keep shining, Jr. Patriot!
Family Engagement
ecmar26.pdfelemmar26.pdfCecil Picard AR 2025-2026
CPE PBIS Information
At CPE, we’re committed to reducing office referrals by embracing PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports). PBIS sets clear expectations, reinforces positive behavior, and provides consistent support to help students make great choices. By recognizing and rewarding positive actions, we’re building a respectful, productive, and fun school community.
Grading Period Celebrations
Celebrations take place at the end of every grading period. Students who go the entire grading period without any major office referrals get to participate in these events. Students start fresh for every grading period event.
School Store
Each week, all grade levels have the opportunity to stop at the school store in the morning to purchase items with their cool cash on their designated grade level day.
Communication
Each week we will send a weekly newsletter with upcoming events & information. We also encourage you to follow the CPE facebook page and Parent site for updates and school information.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CecilPicardElementary
Parent site: https://sites.google.com/vpsb.net/cpe-parent-site/week-at-a-glance-2025-2026
2025-2026 District Calendar
Breakfast & Lunch Menu
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