Our VPK students have been hard at work studying bugs, and they proudly shared their learning by presenting handmade bug books to Mr. K. and Mrs. Brooker. 🐜🦋
We love seeing their creativity, curiosity, and confidence shine. Way to go, VPK! We love our little learners at CTE! 🐎❤️
#CTEMustangs #LittleLearnersBigIdeas #VPKRocks #MustangPride #FutureScientists #HandsOnLearning
You’ve got one more day to help us “Fill the Table”—and our hearts are already so full from your generosity! 🐶🐱💛
We are beyond thankful for our amazing Mustang community for showing up in honor of our beloved Mrs. Patsy Martinez, our “Mama Patsy.” Your donations continue her legacy of kindness, compassion, and love for animals.
There’s still time to sneak in a final donation—because every can, bag, and item makes a paws-itively big difference! 🐾
📍 Drop-Off Location: Front Office
Let’s finish strong, Mustangs! 💪🐎
#PawsForPatsy #LastCall #FillTheTable #CTEMustangs #MustangPride #CommunityStrong #GiveBack #KindnessCounts #HonoringHerLegacy
Mrs. Sebring, Mrs. LaBarr, and our talented CTE Art Club brought an unforgettable surprise to life! During last month's Science & Art Night our Art Club members debuted their incredible Living Portraits—a one-of-a-kind experience where student-created masterpieces stepped right out of the frame.
Students worked hard, drawing inspiration from famous master artists, and their creativity truly shined as their artwork came to life before our eyes. It was a magical blend of imagination, dedication, and talent!
From the installation of our newest tile wall to hands-on science activities to stunning art displays, the evening was filled with creativity, curiosity, and strong Mustang pride. 🐎💫 It truly was a great night to be a Mustang!
#CTEMustangs #MustangPride #FlashbackFriday #LivingPortraits #StudentCreativity #ArtsInEducation #ScienceAndArtNight #FutureArtists #MustangMagic
During the most recent School Board meeting, CTE’s Herd of Mustangs student leadership team proudly represented our school! Our student leaders shared their mission and highlighted the many ways they serve our campus and community, including:
🎩 Hat Day
🥫 Canned Food Drive
👏 Custodial, Cafeteria, & Bus Driver Appreciation
💌 Christmas Cards for Sunny Hills residents
To top it off, our talented CTE Mustang Choir gave a special preview of our upcoming production of The Lion King! 🎭🌟 Their performance left the audience amazed and excited for the full show!
Mark your calendars!
🦁 The Lion King performances: Tuesday, April 21
🕕 Showtimes: 6:00 PM & 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $5 at the door
A big thank you to all of our students who came out to support tonight—we are so proud of you! 💛 Special thanks to our Student Leadership Team sponsors, Mrs. Byrd and Mrs. Rowe, and to our Music Teacher, Mr. Christopher Hayes, for guiding and inspiring our students. 🎶
We are so proud of our incredible students for showcasing their leadership and talent! 💛
#CTEMustangs #HerdOfMustangs #StudentLeaders #LionKing #MustangPride
At Cracker Trail Elementary, we are proud to celebrate our March Herd of Honor students! This month’s character trait was Resiliency — the ability to bounce back after challenges or setbacks. 💪✨
These outstanding Mustangs showed what it means to keep going, stay positive, and never give up, even when things get tough. We are so proud of the perseverance and strength they demonstrated each and every day!
👏 Congratulations to our March honorees for being shining examples of resilience! Keep leading the herd with courage and determination!
#CTEMustangs #HerdOfHonor #CharacterCounts #Resiliency #MustangStrong 🐴💙
Our 2nd grade Mustangs built unforgettable memories during their field trip last week! From hands-on fun to exciting adventures, this trip was a perfect combination of learning and play—brick by brick!
We want to give a BIG shoutout to our incredible teachers for building and organizing such a fantastic experience for our students. 👏
And just like any great masterpiece, it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our amazing volunteers and sponsors. We are so grateful for your generosity and support! 💙
🧱 Thank You to Our Sponsors:
• Mr. & Mrs. Acevedo
• All About Lawns
• Bagwell Lumber
• Owen Bacillo
• Mike & Kim Cannady
• Carter & Leonardo Environmental Services, LLC
• Frank Celentano
• Central Florida Tire Terminal Inc.
• Circle Sweets & Gifts
• Dental Care of Mental Florida
• Marge Feducka
• Mr. & Mrs. Foster
• Hidden Acres
• Highlands Electric Inc
• Jayma Hitt
• KTL, Inc.
• Leisure Acres/Carper Family
• Littlefield Family
• Marmer Construction
• Joe & Angela Mullis
• Raise the Barre
• Enrique Ramos
• Seacoast Bank
• Sebring Pediatrics
• Superior Court Reporting
• Triangle Hardware
You helped us “build” an experience our students will never forget!
#CTEMustangs #EverythingIsAwesome #LEGOLANDTrip #BuiltForSuccess #ThankYouSponsors
Cracker Trail Elementary is lucky to have one of the very best: leading, supporting, and encouraging our students and staff every single day. Thank you Mrs. Brooker for all you do to make our school such a great place!
🐎🖤💛
#AssistantPrincipalsWeek #ThankYou #CrackerTrailElementary
Join us in honoring the memory of our beloved Mrs. Patsy Martinez, CTE’s longtime bookkeeper and our very own “Mama Patsy.” Her love for our Mustangs and her passion for helping animals continues to inspire us every day.
🗓 Donation Week: April 6–10
📍 Drop-Off Location: Front Office
Help us “Fill the Table” with donations for the Humane Society as we carry on her legacy of kindness and compassion. Every item donated is a tribute to the love she shared with our school and community.
Let’s come together, Mustangs, and make this week of giving one to remember! 🐶🐱💛
#PawsForPatsy #CTEMustangs #FillTheTable #InMemoryOfPatsy #CommunityStrong #MustangPride #GiveBack #KindnessMatters #HonorHerLegacy
Online sales for the 2025–2026 yearbooks are now closed.
We will begin accepting in-person purchases on Monday, April 6th. The cost is now $25 per yearbook. Payments must be made with exact cash or by check payable to CTE.
Please note that quantities are limited, so be sure to reserve your copy as soon as possible! Yearbooks will be delivered to CTE in early May and distributed to students shortly after they arrive.
Thank you!
🌿✨ A Big Thank You from Our CTE Mustangs! ✨🌿
We’d like to extend a huge THANK YOU to the Martz Family and Insight Auctioneers for their hard work in raking, cutting, and mowing the front area of our school! Just in time for our Lion King musical and end of the year awards & celebrations, they gave the front of our campus a much-needed trim—and it looks fantastic! 🌟
Your generosity and support help make our school shine for our students, staff, and community. We truly appreciate you! 💙🐴
#CTEMustangs #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #Grateful #SeussicalReady #MustangPride
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We hope you enjoyed our April Fool’s Day joke yesterday! Thank you to everyone who joined in on the fun and showed off your great sense of humor.
No matter what… we are and always will be MUSTANGS!! 💙🐴
#CTEMustangs #AprilFools #MustangPride #ForeverMustangs #Gotcha
🐎✨ Attention CTE Mustang Families! ✨🐎
After careful consideration because of multiple visits from a certain species on campus, Cracker Trail Elementary is exploring an exciting mascot change… 👀
At our upcoming (totally real 😉) SAC meeting on April 31, 2026, we will discuss becoming the CTE Armadillos! 🛡️
New mascot, new motto: “Can you dig it?” 🐾
Stay tuned for more updates… and maybe start practicing your armadillo spirit now! 😄
#AprilFools #CTEMustangs #CanYouDigIt #SchoolSpirit #Gotcha #MustangPride #CTEFun
Mrs. Madden’s Pre-K Mustangs wrapped up Zoo Week in the most ROAR-some way—with these adorable and creative lions! 🎨🖍️
Our youngest learners had a wild time exploring animals, learning about the zoo, and showing off their creativity. We love seeing their imaginations come to life!
Great job, Pre-K Mustangs! 🐾💛
#CTEMustangs #PreKFun #ZooWeek #LittleLearners #CreativeKids
We are proud to recognize our outstanding Safety Patrol of the month for February, Kyley W.! 👏
Kyley is dependable, compassionate, and a positive role model for all of our Mustangs. She consistently demonstrates leadership and respect while helping maintain a safe environment on our campus each and every day. 🚸✨
Thank you, Kyley, for representing Cracker Trail Elementary with excellence! 💛
#CTEMustangs #SafetyPatrol #StudentLeaders #MustangPride #PositiveRoleModel
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Our Kindergarten Mustangs had a wonderful time diving into their “Community Helpers” unit with some very special visitors from our community! 🚓🚒👩⚕️👷
These real-life heroes took time to share about their important jobs, answer questions, and inspire our young learners. Our students loved every moment and gained a deeper understanding of how community helpers make a difference in our everyday lives.
Our visitors included:
Aeromed from Tampa General Hospital
Safety Car from Sebring International Speedway
Sebring Animal Hospital Veterinarian - Dr. Hinds
Highlands County Sheriff’s Department - Sheriff Blackman, Deputy Turner & K-9 Tripoli
HCSO Chaplain Alan Altvater &
Therapy Dog Janie
Nurses Danielle & Brandon Hoopingarner
Highlands County Fire Rescue
A big THANK YOU to all of our visitors for supporting our school and helping bring learning to life! 💛
#CTEMustangs #CommunityHelpers #KindergartenLearning #FutureLeaders #ThankYouCommunity
Our talented Mustang cast has been hard at work preparing for our production of The Lion King! Here they are rehearsing with our amazing music teacher, Mr. Hayes, who is helping bring every song and scene to life. 🎶✨
Practice makes better, and this group is putting in the time, energy, and heart to make this show SUPER! We cannot wait for you to see their hard work shine on stage in our cafeteria on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. 🌟
#CTEMustangs #TheLionKing #MustangPerformers #CTEFineArts #PracticeMakesBetter
A huge thank you to our amazing office team for putting together a Make Your Own Trail Mix bar for everyone to enjoy the week before Spring Break. It was the perfect way to add a little fun and appreciation to our day before the break!
We truly appreciate all the thoughtful ways our office crew supports and uplifts our staff—thank you for making us feel valued! 💙
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CTESnacks #ThankYou #OfficeStaffAppreciation #SpringBreakVibes #SchoolFamily #Grateful #TrailMixTreats
During science block, Mrs. Cook’s 5th graders spent time investigating and illustrating how electricity flows through a closed circuit (a complete loop) by creating their own popsicle stick flashlights!
After a busy few weeks preparing for the Science Fair, this group of 5th graders were excited to jump back into a fun, hands-on experiment. Learning by doing makes science come to life! ⚡🔍
#CTEMustangs #CTERocks #CrackerTrailElementary #MustangScientists #HandsOnLearning #STEMEducation #FutureInnovators #ScienceInAction
🤠🐎 Blast from the Past — CTE Hoedown 2003! 🐎🤠
This is our final Hoedown throwback photo for this week! We’ve loved taking a walk down memory lane and celebrating the traditions that make Cracker Trail Elementary so special.
Kiss the Pig! 💛
One tradition that has always brought big laughs and big cheers is our Kiss the Pig grand finale! 🐷💋 It’s been a Hoedown highlight year after year.
Back in 2003, two brave staff members stepped up for the big moment — longtime Mustang Mrs. Sherri Crow, then a 2nd grade teacher and our very own Mr. K., who was serving as an ESE Resource Teacher at the time (and is now our proud principal). Now that’s school spirit!
Thank you for enjoying these Hoedown memories with us — we can’t wait to make even more! 🤠🐎
