Parents/Guardians:
We’re hosting a Food Drive to support our very own students and families in need! Donations will help provide meals and essentials for our own school community. You can drop off the requested food items in the front office or send them with your child between November 3-7.
This will be our 2nd 9 weeks house competition. The house that brings in the most nonperishable items will be awarded 500 house points! (2nd place 300 points, 3rd place 200 points, and 4th place 100 points.)
Thank you for helping us take care of our school family. Every donation makes a difference!
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Durham at durhaml@apps.anderson1.org.
We’re hosting a Food Drive to support our very own students and families in need! Donations will help provide meals and essentials for our own school community. You can drop off the requested food items in the front office or send them with your child between November 3-7.
This will be our 2nd 9 weeks house competition. The house that brings in the most nonperishable items will be awarded 500 house points! (2nd place 300 points, 3rd place 200 points, and 4th place 100 points.)
Thank you for helping us take care of our school family. Every donation makes a difference!
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Durham at durhaml@apps.anderson1.org.
🎃 CGES Fall Festival – This Thursday, October 23rd, 5:00–7:00 PM! 🎃
All Cedar Grove families are invited to join us for an evening of fun! There will be games, inflatables, and a variety of exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. EVERYONE IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE FESTIVAL THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE AT THE FRONT OF THE SCHOOL.
Students should bring a container to collect candy prizes. 🍬
Some activities and treats are cash-only, so be sure to bring money if you'd like to participate in:
🎃Teacher Dunk Tank – $5.00
🎃Cake Walk – $1.00
🎃Paintball Zombie Shoot – $1.00
🎃Popcorn – $2.00
Additional attractions:
🎃Pumpkin Voting and the Silent Auction will take place in the cafeteria.
🎃The Book Fair will be open during the event (Cash and Credit Cards accepted).
Students are welcome to wear Halloween costumes. However, we kindly ask that adults refrain from dressing up.
We can't wait to see you there!
All Cedar Grove families are invited to join us for an evening of fun! There will be games, inflatables, and a variety of exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. EVERYONE IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE FESTIVAL THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE AT THE FRONT OF THE SCHOOL.
Students should bring a container to collect candy prizes. 🍬
Some activities and treats are cash-only, so be sure to bring money if you'd like to participate in:
🎃Teacher Dunk Tank – $5.00
🎃Cake Walk – $1.00
🎃Paintball Zombie Shoot – $1.00
🎃Popcorn – $2.00
Additional attractions:
🎃Pumpkin Voting and the Silent Auction will take place in the cafeteria.
🎃The Book Fair will be open during the event (Cash and Credit Cards accepted).
Students are welcome to wear Halloween costumes. However, we kindly ask that adults refrain from dressing up.
We can't wait to see you there!
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cedargroveelementaryschool2 . #ScholasticBookFairs
This past week Cedar Grove Elementary School held its first Celebration of the Nations event. Families shared traditional foods, wore their traditional clothing, and put up displays representing their countries and cultures. It was a beautiful evening filled with community and joy learning about each other's heritage. Thank you to all the families who participated—you made the evening truly special!
PICTURE DAY IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH.
These are the photos that will be used in the yearbook.
These are the photos that will be used in the yearbook.
Our fall festival is coming up on October 23, 2025 and we are having our annual candy drive house competition! We are in need of pre-wrapped candy to be given out as trick-or-treat and game prizes. Please send all donations in by October 21st.
1st place earns 500 points, 2nd place earns 300 points, 3rd place earns 200 points, and 4th place earns 100 points
1st place earns 500 points, 2nd place earns 300 points, 3rd place earns 200 points, and 4th place earns 100 points
Art To Remember order forms go home today! Be on the lookout for your child's personalized order brochure, that will have a personalized order code!
This semester our school is participating in a unique fundraising program with Art to Remember that gives you the opportunity to purchase keepsake items with your child's artwork on them. The best part is that every keepsake order supports our school.
Just head to ArtToRemember.com , follow the instructions on the order form, enter their online order code, or upload artwork from home and start shopping! Orders placed during our fundraiser timeline will arrive in time for the holiday season!
Thank you for supporting your child's creativity and our school Art program!
****If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Dowell at dowellh@apps.anderson1.org.
This semester our school is participating in a unique fundraising program with Art to Remember that gives you the opportunity to purchase keepsake items with your child's artwork on them. The best part is that every keepsake order supports our school.
Just head to ArtToRemember.com , follow the instructions on the order form, enter their online order code, or upload artwork from home and start shopping! Orders placed during our fundraiser timeline will arrive in time for the holiday season!
Thank you for supporting your child's creativity and our school Art program!
****If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Dowell at dowellh@apps.anderson1.org.
Mark your calendars for "Spread Kindness Spirit Week"!!
See the attached flyer for details about each day's theme for the week of October 20-24.
Every year 5th grade students at Cedar Grove Elementary School have the opportunity to submit their own individual artwork design for the CGES Yearbook cover!
Congratulations to the following students: Willow Anderson, whose artwork will be displayed on the front cover of the yearbook and Mariah Dubois, whose artwork will be displayed on the back cover of the yearbook!
The following students were finalists and will have their artwork displayed on a page in the yearbook : Waylon Nickles, AdiRhae Garrison, Elijah Basic and Brady Miller.
🚨 We need YOUR help to reach our school’s fundraising goal! 🚨
We are only $9,176 away—and with just 1 week left, we know we can do it together! 🙌
Here’s how you can help ⬇️
1️⃣ Register your student at www.mybooster.com
2️⃣ Share your student’s link via text, email, and social media
3️⃣ Keep the momentum going—every share and every donation makes a BIG difference!
✨ Reminder: Students will get to participate in the Day of Fun on October 23 IF THEY RECEIVE A DONATION! Let’s make sure EVERY student is included! 🎉💙💛
📩 Questions? Email us at PTO.cges24@gmail.com
We are only $9,176 away—and with just 1 week left, we know we can do it together! 🙌
Here’s how you can help ⬇️
1️⃣ Register your student at www.mybooster.com
2️⃣ Share your student’s link via text, email, and social media
3️⃣ Keep the momentum going—every share and every donation makes a BIG difference!
✨ Reminder: Students will get to participate in the Day of Fun on October 23 IF THEY RECEIVE A DONATION! Let’s make sure EVERY student is included! 🎉💙💛
📩 Questions? Email us at PTO.cges24@gmail.com
Cedar Grove Elementary is offering School Calendar Magnets to all of our families!!
The magnets are 5x7 inches, full color & display our school information, school motto and the 2025-2026 ASD1 Calendar!
This is a great way to keep up with school closings, holidays and other important dates! All proceeds go to support our students. Calendars are $5.00 each
ORDER FORMS WERE SENT HOME WITH STUDENTS LAST WEEK SO CHECK THEIR FOLDERS. COMPLETE THE FORM & RETURN TO YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER. A FORM IS ALSO ATTACHED BELOW.
Include $5.00 for each Calendar Magnet you wish to purchase (Correct Cash/Check to CGES)
MAGNETS WILL BE SENT HOME THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER.
If you have any questions, please contact the front office at 864-847-3500 or email Ms. Creamer at creamerme@apps.anderson1.org.
The magnets are 5x7 inches, full color & display our school information, school motto and the 2025-2026 ASD1 Calendar!
This is a great way to keep up with school closings, holidays and other important dates! All proceeds go to support our students. Calendars are $5.00 each
ORDER FORMS WERE SENT HOME WITH STUDENTS LAST WEEK SO CHECK THEIR FOLDERS. COMPLETE THE FORM & RETURN TO YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER. A FORM IS ALSO ATTACHED BELOW.
Include $5.00 for each Calendar Magnet you wish to purchase (Correct Cash/Check to CGES)
MAGNETS WILL BE SENT HOME THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER.
If you have any questions, please contact the front office at 864-847-3500 or email Ms. Creamer at creamerme@apps.anderson1.org.
Happy last few weeks of summer break!!
The Grove Stone is available for families to reserve and paint their school spirit. You can reserve the rock for birthdays, special events, or a special message just for your child!
*Cost: $20.00 to reserve the rock.
*You will need to purchase and bring your own painting supplies to write your message.
*Duration: 24hrs 5pm to 5pm Monday-Friday Example: If you would like Tuesday, Your time starts Monday at 5pm-Tuesday at 5pm etc…
**If reserving for Monday’s date, you have Friday 5pm-Monday 5pm
Use the link below to sign up to reserve your spot. If your money is not paid in 48 hours from sign up, your spot will be deleted.
You can also bring your money to open house on July 30th to give to your child's teacher.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050849A5AD23A6FD0-57553985-therock
The Grove Stone is available for families to reserve and paint their school spirit. You can reserve the rock for birthdays, special events, or a special message just for your child!
*Cost: $20.00 to reserve the rock.
*You will need to purchase and bring your own painting supplies to write your message.
*Duration: 24hrs 5pm to 5pm Monday-Friday Example: If you would like Tuesday, Your time starts Monday at 5pm-Tuesday at 5pm etc…
**If reserving for Monday’s date, you have Friday 5pm-Monday 5pm
Use the link below to sign up to reserve your spot. If your money is not paid in 48 hours from sign up, your spot will be deleted.
You can also bring your money to open house on July 30th to give to your child's teacher.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050849A5AD23A6FD0-57553985-therock
The multilingual students were invited to a night out to learn more about their local library along with the resources that are provided. Additionally, local author Mariana Rios Ramírez, came to share her newest book “Abuelita’s Gift”. Students were able to learn and have fun alongside their families.
The BOGO Book Fair is here!!!
*Thursday, April 17th through Friday, April 25th.
*Shopping times are 7:20-7:45 each morning and during library related time.
*You may shop online at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cedargroveelementaryschool2
*Please put your child’s money in an envelope, or ziplock bag, with his/her name and the amount of money you are sending. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Cedar Grove Elementary.
*eWallet is also available to load money into your child’s account (use the link above to set eWallet up)..
Also, remember we have to add 7% sales tax to all purchases.
Thank you for supporting your child’s love of reading and our school! Mrs. Perry :)
Yearbooks are on sale for $15.00 each.
You can order with cash or check, sent to the school, through March 26, 2025.
Online orders are available through April 1, 2025.
www.strawbridge.net and use online code YB30336
It's showtime! Tickets are now on sale for our sixth annual school wide musical!
We are so excited to perform this iconic musical for our Belton and Williamston
communities! However, there will be a limited amount of seats sold since we are only having two performance nights. Get your tickets now before they are gone!
Tickets are $5.00
Ages 2 and under are free as long as they sit in the lap of the parent.
CGE students will be going on a field trip to watch the musical on the mornings of March 20 and 21.
*The morning performances are for CGE students only and they will not be charged a ticket fee.
The tickets being sold are for the night performances only.*
If you would like to purchase tickets for a night performance please send this information
written on a separate piece of paper, along with the ticket money, back to school with your child.
Please put in a sealed envelope or ziploc bag labeled.
To celebrate Read Across America Week next week (March 3-7), we will have different dress-up* themes each day.
Monday-Reading is better with a buddy!
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to read with.
Tuesday-Reading Never Goes Out of Style!
Dress up like the 80’s.
Wednesday-Fan Favorite Day
Dress up like your favorite book character.
Thursday-Reading prepares you for the future!
Dress for your dream job.
Friday-Reading can be silly and fun!
Dress tacky and silly!
*School dress code should be followed.
Field Day T-Shirt order forms will be coming home today. The LAST DAY for orders and money will be March 11.
Please complete ONE ORDER FORM PER STUDENT. You can pay for several students together, but please do not put multiple grade level orders on one form, due to grade levels having different colors.
Parents and family members may order shirts, too.
Reach out to Coach D at dysartc@apps.anderson1.org if you have any questions.
On Saturday February 1st the Student Services Department will be hosting a Community Health Fair at Palmetto Middle School in the gym, from 10am-12pm. There will be over 30 health related vendors families can connect with!
Class Photos will be taken Thursday, Jan. 16th. All orders must be received by Thursday morning! Photos are $10.00 each. Orders are prepay only with correct cash or a check made out to Strawbridge Studios. Orders can also be placed online using a credit/debit card. Go to WWW.STRAWBRIDGE.NET and ENTER CODE FM447737. If you are ordering for multiple students, please send in a separate order envelope and payment for each child.
