Florida's pedestrian safety statistics reveal a concerning trend of increasing fatalities and injuries. Help us keep our students safe by taking time to discuss ways to be safe as a pedestrian. Each week in October we will provide reminders on ways to keep safe as a pedestrian. This week and next week we hope students will join us in pledging to "BE SAFE! Be Seen".
Thank You!
A huge thank you goes out to our school counselor Mr. Nelson for setting up and organizing today’s vision screenings for students. Thanks to the incredible support of Vision Is Priceless, students who qualified were able to receive screenings, and more than 25 students were provided glasses!
We are so grateful for the dedication of both our counselor and the Vision Is Priceless team in ensuring our Mustangs can see clearly and continue to learn with confidence. Your commitment to our students and community is truly appreciated! 💙🐴👓
A huge thank you goes out to our school counselor Mr. Nelson for setting up and organizing today’s vision screenings for students. Thanks to the incredible support of Vision Is Priceless, students who qualified were able to receive screenings, and more than 25 students were provided glasses!
We are so grateful for the dedication of both our counselor and the Vision Is Priceless team in ensuring our Mustangs can see clearly and continue to learn with confidence. Your commitment to our students and community is truly appreciated! 💙🐴👓
Thanksgiving Salvation Army Food Drive at CTES!
Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming guests from the district’s Fine Arts Department to our campus. They visited our art classroom to spotlight the incredible work of Ms. Ashley Westphal.
Ms. Westphal not only delivers engaging and high-quality art instruction to our students every day, but she also serves as a mentor and model for other art educators across the district. Her classroom is recognized as a model art space, where she supports novice teachers in developing their craft and building strong, creative learning environments.
We are proud to have Ms. Westphal as part of our MUSTANG team and grateful that her dedication and talent are recognized beyond our school walls
Ms. Westphal not only delivers engaging and high-quality art instruction to our students every day, but she also serves as a mentor and model for other art educators across the district. Her classroom is recognized as a model art space, where she supports novice teachers in developing their craft and building strong, creative learning environments.
We are proud to have Ms. Westphal as part of our MUSTANG team and grateful that her dedication and talent are recognized beyond our school walls
Dear Families,
From October 6 through October 21, our school, along with the District, will participate in the Data Triangle Survey. This survey gives families, students , staff, and community members a chance to share feedback that helps us improve and better support every student. Before the survey begins, we encourage you to visit www.duvalschools.org/survey to:
1. Preview the survey questions. There are tailored surveys for families, students, staff, and community members.
2. Review the student opt-out form. If you prefer your child not to participate, you may complete and submit this form in the parent/guardian FOCUS account.
Your input makes a difference. Thank you for partnering with us to strengthen our school community.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Doyle
From October 6 through October 21, our school, along with the District, will participate in the Data Triangle Survey. This survey gives families, students , staff, and community members a chance to share feedback that helps us improve and better support every student. Before the survey begins, we encourage you to visit www.duvalschools.org/survey to:
1. Preview the survey questions. There are tailored surveys for families, students, staff, and community members.
2. Review the student opt-out form. If you prefer your child not to participate, you may complete and submit this form in the parent/guardian FOCUS account.
Your input makes a difference. Thank you for partnering with us to strengthen our school community.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Doyle
Chaffee Trail Families,
This week will be another great week of learning and growing together!
Scholastic Book Fair starts tomorrow October 6th!
Child Safety Matters Lessons
Mr. Nelson, our school counselor, will continue Child Safety Matters lessons. Students will learn 5 important safety rules to help keep them safe at school, at home, and in the community. To learn more about these lessons, please visit: School Counseling at Chaffee Trail.
Bullying Prevention Survey (Grades 4–5)
Our 4th and 5th grade students will have the opportunity to participate in the Olweus Bully Prevention Survey. Opt-out forms will be sent home tomorrow. Please check your child’s backpack or Tuesday Folder if you prefer your child not participate.
October is designated as National Pedestrian Safety Month, aimed at raising awareness about pedestrian safety and reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities. Each morning we will review tips that will keep our students safe as pedestrians. These Be Safe and Be Seen, Campaign posters are located in our main hallway as reminders for all of us.
Red Ribbon Week
We have posted information about Red Ribbon Week (later this month), including fun activities for students and staff. If you have any questions, please reach out to the school for clarification.
Vision is Priceless Screenings
We will welcome Vision Is Priceless on October 8 and 21. Spots are limited, so please be sure to sign up here: School Counseling at Chaffee Trail.
October 9th 3:30 SAC meeting
October 13–14: Teacher Planning & Inservice Days — No school for students
Parent Feedback Survey
This week, we are launching a parent survey to gather feedback on how we can best support our students and families. Last year as a result of the feedback we provided multiple data dive sessions to support parent understanding of where their students were in their learning and how they could provide additional support at home. We plan to continue that effort this school year with parents data days. Please take a moment to complete the survey using the QR code on the flyer that will be sent home. Your voice matters, and we value your input! We love partnering with our community for ideas on ways we can continue to improve as we strive for excellence daily.
Have a wonderful Sunday, and we look forward to seeing our Mustangs back tomorrow!
With Mustang P.R.I.D.E.,
Chaffee Trail Elementary
Red Ribbon week is around the corner. We hope you can join us in celebrating the week.
Don't forget tomorrow is Picture Day!
Book Fair will be here next week! Students will preview the book fair on Monday! Use the link below to add money to your students scholastic e-wallet for a cash free experience!
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/chaffeetrailelementarysch
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/chaffeetrailelementarysch
CELEBRATING EVERYDAY HEROES – Students and staff at Chaffee Trail Elementary School recently participated in an “Everyday Heroes” celebration, honoring those who serve the community and support others in times of emergency. The school welcomed a variety of special guests, ranging from first responders to military personnel. The community heroes visited classrooms, shared their stories, and participated in a flag-raising ceremony. Thank you for your service to our community and our country!
Today we have an after school faculty meeting. This means we will end car rider line at 3:10. If you arrive between the times of 3:10 and 3:15 we ask that you take your car tags to the front desk for pick up. Late pick up will be time stamped after 3:15. Thank you for your help.
Picture information went home this week. If you are unable to locate the picture info you can log onto mylifetouch.com be sure to use this code:
EVTM2HZ4T
Hello Chaffee Trail Elementary families,
This is Principal Doyle with a quick follow-up to my last communication. Police have determined that the threat prompting this morning’s lockdown was allegedly made by a student at the middle school. I want to assure you that they are in direct contact with that student and their family, and appropriate consequences will follow their continued investigation. I am grateful that our students and staff remained safe throughout today, and I truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and trust in us as we worked with law enforcement to ensure everyone’s safety.
Have a safe and good evening.
This is Principal Doyle with a quick follow-up to my last communication. Police have determined that the threat prompting this morning’s lockdown was allegedly made by a student at the middle school. I want to assure you that they are in direct contact with that student and their family, and appropriate consequences will follow their continued investigation. I am grateful that our students and staff remained safe throughout today, and I truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and trust in us as we worked with law enforcement to ensure everyone’s safety.
Have a safe and good evening.
Dear Families,
Each month, our school practices safety protocols to ensure we are prepared in the event of a true emergency. These procedures are designed to help us respond swiftly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of every student and staff member.
Earlier this morning, we received a threatening phone call that prompted us to initiate a lock-in protocol. This means that while instruction continued inside the building, movement was limited, and no one was allowed to enter or exit the campus. Law enforcement was immediately contacted and arrived on site to conduct a full sweep of the school.
We are incredibly proud of our students, faculty, and families. Everyone remained calm, followed directions, and helped maintain a safe and orderly environment while we awaited the all-clear from law enforcement.
Out of an abundance of caution, we will remain in a lock-in status for the remainder of the day. Dismissal will proceed as normal. As always, please be prepared to show your ID and wait for approval when entering the building.
With every safety event, there is an opportunity to learn and improve. If you have not already done so, please download the DCPS app and link your student to your account in FOCUS. These platforms are how the district shares important updates and emergency communications.
Thank you for your continued support and for doing your part to help keep our campus safe
Each month, our school practices safety protocols to ensure we are prepared in the event of a true emergency. These procedures are designed to help us respond swiftly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of every student and staff member.
Earlier this morning, we received a threatening phone call that prompted us to initiate a lock-in protocol. This means that while instruction continued inside the building, movement was limited, and no one was allowed to enter or exit the campus. Law enforcement was immediately contacted and arrived on site to conduct a full sweep of the school.
We are incredibly proud of our students, faculty, and families. Everyone remained calm, followed directions, and helped maintain a safe and orderly environment while we awaited the all-clear from law enforcement.
Out of an abundance of caution, we will remain in a lock-in status for the remainder of the day. Dismissal will proceed as normal. As always, please be prepared to show your ID and wait for approval when entering the building.
With every safety event, there is an opportunity to learn and improve. If you have not already done so, please download the DCPS app and link your student to your account in FOCUS. These platforms are how the district shares important updates and emergency communications.
Thank you for your continued support and for doing your part to help keep our campus safe
Important Safety Update from the Principal
Out of an abundance of caution, our school has been placed on a lockout following a called-in threat earlier today. Please rest assured that all students and staff are safe. We are working closely with law enforcement as they investigate, and we are taking every measure to ensure the continued safety of everyone on campus.
We will share an update as soon as more information becomes available or once the lockout is lifted.
Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our school community.
Principal Doyle
Out of an abundance of caution, our school has been placed on a lockout following a called-in threat earlier today. Please rest assured that all students and staff are safe. We are working closely with law enforcement as they investigate, and we are taking every measure to ensure the continued safety of everyone on campus.
We will share an update as soon as more information becomes available or once the lockout is lifted.
Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our school community.
Principal Doyle
Please see Mr. Nelson's website (homepage):
https://duvalschools.my.canva.site/schoolcounseling-chaffeetrail
To learn about Vision Is Priceless - free eye exams and glasses, if needed, how to preregister for Angel Tree, and how to get physicals / immunizations.
https://duvalschools.my.canva.site/schoolcounseling-chaffeetrail
To learn about Vision Is Priceless - free eye exams and glasses, if needed, how to preregister for Angel Tree, and how to get physicals / immunizations.
Families,
Please click the link below to learn about Angel Tree opportunities, Vision Is Priceless - free eye exam and if needed, free glasses, and other community opportunities.
https://duvalschools.my.canva.site/schoolcounseling-chaffeetrail
Please click the link below to learn about Angel Tree opportunities, Vision Is Priceless - free eye exam and if needed, free glasses, and other community opportunities.
https://duvalschools.my.canva.site/schoolcounseling-chaffeetrail
Volunteer 2 Status information- This week we heard that some of our volunteers were having trouble getting their finger print status linked to their student and school. If this is the case for your please call the volunteer office, they can link the results for you. The number to call is 904-390-2960.
Reminders and updates for the week of September 15th:
We had a wonderful week on the Trail!
✅ The Health Department visited and began administering flu vaccines to the first group of students whose parents signed them up. They will return this week to provide vaccines to the remaining students on the list.
✅ Students also participated in vision and hearing screenings last week.
✅ The Dental Van made a visit as well! They will return later this month to see any students who signed up but were not able to be seen during the last visit.
🎉 Our PTA also hosted Grandparent Bingo, which was a huge success with more than 250 guests in attendance! Events like this truly showcase the strength of our school community.
You can show your support for continued family events and student incentives in two ways:
Join PTA and help us grow our membership.
Support our schoolwide Charleston Wrap fundraiser. There’s still time to get orders in this week!
These fun opportunities are made possible by our PTA and the funds raised through events like Charleston Wrap. We need your help to keep them going strong.
A big thank you to Mr. Nelson and our PTA for coordinating these important and exciting experiences for our students and families.
Looking Ahead to a New Week
As we begin a new week, we ask that you take time to talk with your child about the importance of following our school Code of Conduct. These expectations are in place to ensure everyone’s safety and to help us maintain a positive, focused learning environment. Working together, we can help all students make good choices that allow them and their classmates to thrive.
Each week, students bring home a folder with their homework. Please review this folder with your child so you are aware of what they are working on in class. This will also give you the opportunity to recognize if your child may need additional support at home or from their teacher.
Thank you for partnering with us to support both the academic growth and the positive learning environment we want for every student at our school.
One of the most important values we can instill in our children is the importance of showing up on time. Punctuality not only builds responsibility but also ensures that students are fully engaged in their learning each day.
When students arrive late, they miss out on valuable academic supports and new instruction. Those lost minutes add up quickly and can create gaps in learning that are difficult to close. The same is true for early checkouts—when students leave before the end of the day, they miss important instruction and activities that support their success.
We ask that you help your child by modeling the importance of punctuality and regular attendance. Every minute counts, and your efforts to have students at school on time each day make a big difference in their achievement.
Thank you for working with us to ensure all students have the best opportunity to learn and grow. We hope you have a great week.... we will see all of students back tomorrow where will Buz with purpose and Bloom with Mustang P.R.I.D.E!
We had a wonderful week on the Trail!
✅ The Health Department visited and began administering flu vaccines to the first group of students whose parents signed them up. They will return this week to provide vaccines to the remaining students on the list.
✅ Students also participated in vision and hearing screenings last week.
✅ The Dental Van made a visit as well! They will return later this month to see any students who signed up but were not able to be seen during the last visit.
🎉 Our PTA also hosted Grandparent Bingo, which was a huge success with more than 250 guests in attendance! Events like this truly showcase the strength of our school community.
You can show your support for continued family events and student incentives in two ways:
Join PTA and help us grow our membership.
Support our schoolwide Charleston Wrap fundraiser. There’s still time to get orders in this week!
These fun opportunities are made possible by our PTA and the funds raised through events like Charleston Wrap. We need your help to keep them going strong.
A big thank you to Mr. Nelson and our PTA for coordinating these important and exciting experiences for our students and families.
Looking Ahead to a New Week
As we begin a new week, we ask that you take time to talk with your child about the importance of following our school Code of Conduct. These expectations are in place to ensure everyone’s safety and to help us maintain a positive, focused learning environment. Working together, we can help all students make good choices that allow them and their classmates to thrive.
Each week, students bring home a folder with their homework. Please review this folder with your child so you are aware of what they are working on in class. This will also give you the opportunity to recognize if your child may need additional support at home or from their teacher.
Thank you for partnering with us to support both the academic growth and the positive learning environment we want for every student at our school.
One of the most important values we can instill in our children is the importance of showing up on time. Punctuality not only builds responsibility but also ensures that students are fully engaged in their learning each day.
When students arrive late, they miss out on valuable academic supports and new instruction. Those lost minutes add up quickly and can create gaps in learning that are difficult to close. The same is true for early checkouts—when students leave before the end of the day, they miss important instruction and activities that support their success.
We ask that you help your child by modeling the importance of punctuality and regular attendance. Every minute counts, and your efforts to have students at school on time each day make a big difference in their achievement.
Thank you for working with us to ensure all students have the best opportunity to learn and grow. We hope you have a great week.... we will see all of students back tomorrow where will Buz with purpose and Bloom with Mustang P.R.I.D.E!
Good Afternoon. We are experiencing outages with our phone lines on campus. Please reach out to your child's teacher via rooms or email if you need to contact the school. We apologize for the inconvenience.