Click on the link to view the slideshow from the CEL 24/25 Y5/Kindergarten Welcome Night Slide Deck.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E3fPNNZfFpN4-Lrcjd0escBUXJo9tOJvsID-Sa6MJk8/edit?usp=sharing

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience as our internet is down. We have no phone system, but if you email teacher's they may be able to get it.
We will update you as soon as we have been restored.
Spring Picture Day is Tomorrow, February 27!

There may be no snow, but it's time for Mid-Winter Break! Don't forget, there is no school Friday, Feb. 23 and Monday, Feb. 26.
We would LOVE to see all our amazing students at school tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 14, for Count Day!

Registration is now live for the Young 5's & Kindergarten Family Welcome Night (6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29). RSVP online at portageps.org/o/pps/page/young-5s-kindergarten.

At CEL, students earn HERD tickets for demonstrating HERD expectations. Every class sets a monthly classroom ticket goal to earn a reward. This month, a few classrooms selected "camping/fort parties." Great job Mustangs!
1/2 Day Thursday, January 25 NO SCHOOL Friday, January 26
Wear Lions Gear/Colors on Thursday! Go Lions!!
Just a reminder that when school is canceled, so is Winter Walking. Winter Walking at the Stable will not be open this evening, January 23, 2024. Thank you.

Due to the anticipated low temperatures, Portage Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Primetime at Moorsbridge Elementary and Safe Harbor Child Care will be open.

Due to the expected cold temperatures, Portage Public Schools will be closed Monday, January 15, 2024. Primetime at Moorsbridge Elementary and Safe Harbor Childcare will be open.
Another great student spotlight!
The Mustang Mentor program currently has over 75 students from Portage Central High coming to Portage Central Middle to volunteer their time mentoring their peers. These mentors are helping with homework, organizational skills, communication, and being great role models for our rising Mustangs. Great job!

Our Portage Central and Portage Northern high school students are partnering this week to collect diapers for those in need. Donations can be dropped off this week at either high school or at the rivalry basketball games Thursday and Friday.
Great job, Mustangs and Huskies!

CEL is a drop site for shoe donations to support West Middle School securing their own comfort dog. Feel free to donate shoes to support this cause. Thank you!

Reminder, there is no school Wednesday through Friday for Thanksgiving. Enjoy the break!
Friday 11/17: All buses left late at 3:55 from CEL due to a delayed bus.
3rd Grade Folk Dance Night:
Tomorrow, November 8, 5:30-7:30, in the gym.
Hey CEL Families,
We are ready to welcome you to our drop-in event between 5:30-7:00. Literacy Night will have a popcorn bar from our PTO, open Book Fair shopping and some great prizes to win. See you there!
We have a fun Monday coming up! Book Fair Shopping Hours 5:00-7:30 & Literacy Night 5:30-7:00. Have a fantastic weekend Mustangs!
REMINDER: Friday, November 3 is a 1/2 day. Dismissal at NOON.
