Dear Families,
Orientation Day is almost here—Friday, August 8, 2025—and we’re inviting you to help launch the year with a mouthwatering fundraiser!
We'll be selling Sonic Coupon Cards for just $5 cash. Each card offers sweet savings at Sonic Drive-In and every purchase helps fund awesome school activities and programs.
Here’s the fun part:
🏆 The class that sells the most cards will win a Pizza Party on the first Friday of the school year!
💵 Just bring $5 cash to Orientation and grab your Sonic card at the fundraising booth
It’s a win-win: help the school and score some tasty Sonic treats. Let's make this the most flavorful fundraiser ever!
Cedar Hills Elementary is gearing up for the new school year, and we could use your help! If you have a middle or high school student in need of service hours, this is a great opportunity to support your local community while earning credit toward their goals.
🗓️ Dates & Times: Flexible scheduling available
📍 Location: Cedar Hills Elementary School
🎯 Tasks Include: Classroom setup, organizing supplies, decorating bulletin boards, and other prep activities
✅ Interested? Please come to the school between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Thursday of next week.
Thank you for supporting our students and teachers. Let’s kick off the school year strong together! 💪📚
Are you passionate about education and helping students thrive? Our school is seeking a committed General Education Paraprofessional to support classroom learning and help ensure every student receives the attention they need to succeed.
🎯 Key Responsibilities:
• Assist teachers in classroom instruction, activities, and supervision
• Provide academic support to individual students and small groups
• Help manage classroom organization and behavior
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Support students with varying academic needs
• Morning, café, and afternoon duties.
🌟 Ideal Candidates Will Have:
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children or in an educational setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered mindset
💡 Why This Role Matters:
Your work will make a real impact on students’ learning experiences, supporting both their academic and personal development in a collaborative school environment.
📝 How to Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to Principal Dr. Marva McKinney at mckinneym3@duvalschools.org and Assistant Principal Elena Riquelme at riquelmee@duvalschools.org.
Are you passionate about building bridges between families and schools? We’re looking for a dedicated Parent Liaison to strengthen our school community by supporting parent engagement, communication, and collaboration.
🎯 What You’ll Do:
• Serve as a link between the school and families to promote understanding and involvement
• Coordinate and support parent workshops, meetings, and events
• Help families navigate school services and resources
• Advocate for students and families to ensure equitable access to education
• Provide culturally sensitive outreach to encourage participation from all communities
🌟 What We’re Looking For:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with diverse families and communities
• Prior experience in education, social services, or community engagement
• Fluency in Spanish a plus
📢 Why Join Us?
You'll be part of a team that values family engagement as a cornerstone of student success. Your work will help shape a welcoming and inclusive school culture.
📝 How to Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to Principal Dr. Marva McKinney at mckinneym3@duvalschools.org and Assistant Principal Elena Riquelme at riquelmee@duvalschools.org.
Join us for our Back to School Orientation and Meet the Teacher event, Friday, August 8th! For your convenience there are two sessions to choose from. AM 8:30-11 and PM 12:30-3:00! We look forward to seeing everyone!
Hello families, SAVE THE DATE! Orientation is set for Friday, August 8, 2025. Please check flyer for session times.
Hello Parents and Families! The school supply list for the 2025-2026 year is now available! We have included an English and Spanish copy.
Dear Parents and Families,
Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner—May 5 through May 9—and it’s the perfect time to show our dedicated educators just how much they mean to us! Let’s make this week extra special for the incredible teachers who help our children learn and grow every day!
Parents, Please click on the link below to complete the 2025 Duval Parent Survey. The survey window will close on April 30, 2025 https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/G20sCrgG8ztRM6p0T7fBc4TuS4?domain=survey.5-essentials.org/
Parents,
We hope this message finds you well. As part of our ongoing effort to improve and grow, we are asking for your valuable feedback through a brief survey. Your insights play a crucial role in helping us better support our students, families, and community.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by April 29, 2025.
https://dcps.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Rng7UgGT0HnFl4
All responses are confidential and will be used solely to enhance our program and services.
Thank you for your time and continued partnership!
Parents,
Please click on the link below to complete the 2025 Duval Parent Survey. The survey window will close on April 30, 2025
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/G20sCrgG8ztRM6p0T7fBc4TuS4?domain=survey.5-essentials.org/
Join us for a Safari to Success here at Cedar Hills Elementary School, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in the Eagle Cafe from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. Come for breakfast and chat about how to keep your student on the path to success
All Pro Dads - Tomorrow, February 12th, 8:30-9:30
Cedar Hills Parents and Families, please join us next week January 27th- 31st in celebrating Literacy Week! The goal is to promote reading and encourage our students to LOVE reading! Please see the attached flyer with the dress up days.
Congratulations to Vincent Taylor, a math interventionist at Cedar Hills Elementary School and author of the popular “Cornbread” series of children’s books, who was named the 2025 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year at the 34th Annual EDDY Awards Saturday, January 18th.
Do you have a young one entering kindergarten next year? Learn what to expect.
A team of kindergarten teachers, an enrollment expert, and a representative from the Exceptional Student Education will share valuable information about what families can expect during this milestone year. If you have questions, they have answers! To register for the webinar, families can visit the registration page. https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/07fff647-b8a0-4e3e-b685-08d923f09348@8deb1d4d-d0a4-4d04-89ae-f7076cbaa9fb
Trunk or Treat:
October 29th 5-6:30 pm Please bring in one bag of candy as a donation for the event!
Red Ribbon Week:
Mon 10/28- “I’m Resourceful and Healthy” – Create a resourceful way to carry your school supplies in anything but a backpack. Remember to pack a healthy snack, or a journal with exercise activities and/or things you can do to relax
Tues 10/29- “Twin Tuesday" – Dress like your best friend, BFF, or classmates to show your commitment to reminding your friends to remain drug free.
Wed 10/30-"Drugs Are So Out of Character" ‐ Wear pajamas or your clothes inside out and/ or backwards, mixed matched socks, and messy hair
Thurs 10/31- "Main Character Energy" ‐ Dress like your favorite movie or book character.
Fri 11/01- “We Are Red-----y! Wear red today
Picture Day: Monday 10/28
Early Release: 10/30
Good afternoon, families.
You are cordially invited to a Consolidation Impact Review Meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 17 at 5 p.m.
District leadership will provide an overview of the recommendation for the consolidation of Hidden Oaks into Cedar Hills Elementary. The meeting is open to the public and will include an opportunity for public comment.
The meeting is on Thursday, October 17 at 5 p.m. and will be held at Cedar Hills Elementary (6534 Ish Brant Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32210).
Parents, students, community members, teachers, and staff are encouraged to attend.
JAX GOES TO COLLEGE WEEK! September 30- October 5 2024
Our Double Good Fundraiser begins today September 18, 2024, at 3:44 PM and goes until September 22, 2024, at 3:44 PM. Remember this is a contactless fundraiser that will support our teachers and students with classroom supplies, incentives and other useful materials.
1. Download the Double Good app
2. Enter our event code CDZHZP in the app
3. Create your Pop-Up Store