Cory Caregivers,
As we head into spring break, I want to take a moment to celebrate our incredible school community and express our deep gratitude for your continued support.
Thank you for believing in our students and our mission. Your partnership—whether through volunteering, attending events, advocating for your child, or simply showing up with love and encouragement—makes all the difference. Together, we are creating a place where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to learn and grow.
Special thanks to our PTA for their generous funding of tumble mats for Mr. C's classroom! This kind of support directly impacts our students' learning experiences and enriches their time at Cory. We are so grateful for your creativity, energy, and commitment to providing diverse learning opportunities for all our students.
We hope you enjoy a restful, joyful spring break filled with time together, relaxation, and fun. You've earned it! When we return, we'll finish this year strong. Thank you for being part of the Cory community. Your support of our students and staff means everything!
At Cory, we work to maintain a zero tolerance policy regarding students using or carrying cell phones and other personal electronic devices, including smartwatches and gadgets, during school hours. These devices are prohibited because they create interference with instruction and privacy, and they may impede school safety during an actual emergency. This is not a new policy!
Storage and Use Guidelines:
Backpacks Only: If a student needs a cell phone for after-school communication, the device must remain on silent inside their backpack or in a designated classroom storage bag at all times during the school day. Teachers’ have a safe space to keep students devices during the day, if you are worried about them getting lost.
Recess and Lunch: This prohibition extends to recess and lunch blocks; no electronics may be used during these times.
Arrival: Upon entering school grounds, all phones and watches must be stored away.
Consequences for Violations:
First Offense: The device will be confiscated by a staff member and returned to the student at the end of the school day with a warning.
Second Offense: The device will be confiscated, and it will be necessary for a parent or guardian to come to the school to retrieve it.
Third Offense: A meeting with the parent/guardian will be held to address the ongoing behavior, and the student may face a temporary suspension of technology privileges.
Joan and Anna
Questions and responses from the last CSC meeting are here.
We want to share our new hires:
Michelle Shamis will be the 5th grade literacy teacher next year.
Jessica Shagalski will be our new 3rd grade teacher.
Olivia Hummel will be our new 2nd grade teacher.
Dawn Gibbs will be our new ELD Teacher
Emily Beach will be our new SPED Teacher
We are still hiring for a 4th grade literacy teacher and the student support liaison.
UPCOMING EVENTS
March 30th - April 3rd - Spring Break
April 7th - CMAS Testing Begins
April 8th- CSC Meeting at 4:00
April 10th - PTA Meeting
April 16th & 17th - 5th Grade Trip to Balarat
April 17th - Field Trip 1st Grade
April 24th - Cory Auction
April 24th - Shakespeare Festival
April 29th - 2nd Grade Field Trip to DU Newman Center
April 29th - 1st Grade Musical @ 5:00
April 30th - PTA Spring Dance @ 5:30 (Parents must stay)
May 1st - No School for Students
May 4th - Online Registration Opens for the 2026-27 School Year
May 6th - 5th Grade Cory Cafe - Music & Art Show @ 5:00
May 7th - 4th Grade Cory Cafe - Music & Art Show @ 5:00
Food for Families
We are partnering with the Merrill Middle School food pantry/ backpack program to ensure all families have access to food. If you are in need of food during this time for your family, please read below! If you would like to receive extra groceries one-time per month, please complete this private and anonymous survey, so we can provide the food items that your family likes to eat and match your preferences. Anonymous survey
Food will be anonymously dispersed on: Friday, April 10 / Friday, May 8
Parents, your 2026 school supply kits are now available! Skip the store lines and start next year stress-free with the exact supplies your child’s teacher requested. Ordering now ensures you’re ready for back-to-school, no guesswork, no last-minute shopping. Give your child the confidence of being prepared on the very first day. Order today and cross one thing off your list! http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/18266
"Yearbooks, now on sale! Capture the memories of this school year with a Cory yearbook. Each yearbook is $25 and will be delivered directly to classrooms at the end of the school year, making it easy for students to take home this special keepsake. Be sure to pre-purchase your copy by April 18th so your student doesn’t miss out! Purchase here: https://johncorypta.givebacks.com/shop/items/5876665c7c377b
Reminders:
Heelys are not allowed at school! They are not safe at school.
Please do not pull into the parking lot and drop off your child by the fence. You must pull into a parking lot space to drop off your child.
Please pack healthy snacks for the students to eat during the snack break.
On P.E. days, please make sure your child is wearing shoes appropriate for P.E.
Please do not park in the handicap spots unless you have a handicap pass.
Please do not use the small parking lot for pick up or drop off of any students.
Please do not park in the Reserved family spots at any time even after school lets out as families can be picking up students later and have purchased those spots for anytime!
Please do not stop in the middle of the parking lot to drop off kids.
When picking up your student early please give the office a little bit of time to call your student down to leave. We do not pull students before you get here. Please make sure to pick up students by 2:45
Remember to make sure that students come prepared for the weather as we will go outside unless it is too cold or too wet
Share Your Cory Memories!
We’re collecting photos for the 2025–26 Cory Yearbook and need your help! Upload your favorite pictures from school events, classroom fun, and Cory celebrations. It’s easy — just visit https://books.yearbooks.me/ca/3r54megdwut898hesercck5w9xgmswg6p and use the code Pics4Cory! to submit. Let’s fill the yearbook with all the amazing moments that make Cory special!
Our goal is that students leave Cory not only academically prepared but emotionally literate—able to repair harm, build healthy relationships, and contribute positively to their communities. Education coupled with consistent, supportive measures is what helps students internalize these skills and reduce incidents like bullying.
Below are the resources we shared during the evening:
Presentation - 25-26 Cory Anti-Bullying Parent Presentation
Parent handouts and resources - Cory Parent Anti Bullying Resources