Dear Cedar Valley Families,
Welcome to another great week at Cedar Valley! Over the next few weeks, our Jaguars will be demonstrating all the hard work and growth they’ve achieved this year. To ensure every student has the best environment possible for success, please be sure to review the testing information below.
Beyond testing, we have an exciting month ahead, including our PTA Spirit Night this Wednesday, the 8th Grade "Golden Hour" dance preparations, and various other events.
Thank you for your continued partnership in making Cedar Valley a place where every student can thrive.
Go Jags!
Larissa Ortiz
Principal, Cedar Valley Middle School
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STAAR Test Dates - Spring 2026 |
Our students will be taking the state-mandated STAAR tests in the coming weeks. We kindly ask that our families avoid scheduling appointments on the days when their students are testing. Also please note, campus visitors will be limited on these days.
In order to prepare students for a successful test day, please review the following reminders:
1. Get a good night's sleep the night before each test.
2. Eat a healthy breakfast each morning.
3. Pack extra snacks - protein, vegetables, and fruits are great options. We recommend clean and quiet snacks, as well.
4. Hydration is important. Please pack a water bottle.
5. Get to school on time. When students get to school on time, this allows them to look up their testing location, find their testing location, and get settled for testing in a calm (not rushed) manner. Lists with testing locations are already posted.
6. Ensure Chromebooks are fully charged the night before!
April 8 - RLA STAAR - Grades 6, 7, and 8 - modified bell schedule
April 15 - Science STAAR - 7th Accel and Grade 8 - modified bell schedule
April 16 - Social Studies STAAR - Grade 8 only - no modified bell schedule
April 22 - Math STAAR - Grades 6, 7, and 8, includes Algebra 1 EOC - modified bell schedule
More information about the STAAR tests can be found here.
If you have campus-specific questions about the STAAR test, please contact the campus testing coordinator, Marc_scott@roundrockisd.org.
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Library Titles Up for RRISD Board Approval |
The list of library titles submitted for school board approval at the April 16, 2026 meeting is now available on the Round Rock ISD website. Visit the Library Services Parent and Community Information page at https://www.roundrockisd.org/o/rrisd/page/parent-community-library-information to view the list. Parents are encouraged to review the selections and provide feedback via Let’s Talk.
Additionally, we’re excited to share that Round Rock ISD libraries now use Insignia, our new library software. With a Parent Account in Insignia, you can easily view your child’s current library checkouts and even set restrictions on specific titles, if desired.
Getting started is simple! Just visit https://roundrockisd.insigniails.com/Library/EmailLogin to enter your email and access your parent account. CLICK HERE to view step-by-step directions so you’ll know exactly how to log in and navigate the system. If you have any questions, please email Library_Services@roundrockisd.org.
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La lista de títulos de la biblioteca presentada para la aprobación de la junta escolar en la reunión del 16 de abril de 2026 ya está disponible en el sitio web del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Round Rock. Visite la página de Información para Padres y Comunidad de Servicios Bibliotecarios en https://www.roundrockisd.org/o/rrisd/page/parent-community-library-information para ver la lista. Se anima a los padres a revisar la selección y a compartir sus comentarios a través de Let’s Talk.
Nos complace anunciar que las bibliotecas del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Round Rock (RRISD) ahora utilizan Insignia, nuestro nuevo programa. Con una cuenta para padres en Insignia, puede ver fácilmente los préstamos actuales de su hijo/a e incluso establecer restricciones para títulos específicos, si lo desea.
¡Comenzar es muy fácil! Visite https://roundrockisd.insigniails.com/Library/EmailLogin para ingresar su correo electrónico y acceder a su cuenta para padres. HAGA CLIC AQUÍ para ver las instrucciones paso a paso y saber exactamente cómo iniciar sesión y navegar por el sistema. Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a Library_Services@roundrockisd.org.
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Purchase a Cedar Valley Yearbook! |
Our Year. Our Yearbook. The yearbook is the one place where everyone’s stories are celebrated. And that makes it a book you don’t want to miss! Order today to guarantee a copy!
Order Here Today
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Interested in Getting Involved at Cedar Valley? |
If you'd like to find out more about getting involved at Cedar Valley, or know someone that might be interested - at any level - during the 26-27 school year, please fill out this form so we can get more information to them on areas we need help! |
MHS Incoming Freshman Football Meeting - Apr. 9 |
Physicals Night at McNeil High School - Apr. 13
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RRISD Health and Wellbeing Fair - Apr. 28 |
Tuesday, April 28 - Ridgeview Middle School -
6 - 8 p.m.
Open to All Grades & All Students, All Families & All Staff
Resources Available at the Health and Well-Being Fair:
Supporting Students Through Academic Transition to Middle and High School
Stress Management and Mental Health Awareness
CPR and Stop the Bleed Awareness
Internet Safety
Physical Fitness and Wellness
Health Resources in Spanish
Resources from our Partners:
Round Rock Fire Department
Williamson County Bluebonnet Trails
Child Advocacy Center
Travis County Integral Care
Round Rock Crisis and Emergency - Mental Health Care
Wonders and Worries (for children with parents' terminal illnesses)
Christi Center (grief and loss)
Round Rock Serving Center
Lone Star Circle of Care
Nari Satya Foundation
Oakvine Recovery Center (youth substance abuse)
Round Rock ISD Behavioral Health Department
Round Rock ISD Police Department
Round Rock ISD Safety and Security
Round Rock ISD Student Health
Advisory Committee (SHAC)
Round Rock ISD PTSA
Round Rock ISD Voices Round Rock ISD Food Services
Round Rock ISD MTSS Texas Children's Hospital
Round Rock ISD PTSA is sponsoring pizza for attendees while supplies last.
Spanish Copy of Health and Wellbeing Flyer
English Copy of Health and Wellbeing Flyer
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Register at afsp.org/RoundRockISD |
Updated 8th Grade Dance Information / Dance is coming on Saturday, April 25
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Community Communication Sign Up
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Currently, our campus communications are limited to students, parents, and staff.
We recognize that many other important family members and community members wish to stay informed (e.g., grandparents, stepparents, local supporters).
We are pleased to announce that in the near future, we will be launching a dedicated "Community" communication list.
If you know of someone who is not currently receiving our updates, please ask them to sign up to join this new list. Once our new system is fully operational, it will take approximately one week after completing the sign-up form for recipients to begin receiving campus communications.
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Our district is providing families access to GoGuardian Parent, a mobile app designed to provide parents/guardians insight and control over their student's online activity when on school-managed devices and accounts. GoGuardian Parent was created to help provide students additional educational support and is a companion to the classroom engagement and internet filtering tools that our school uses. The GoGuardian Parent app provides an overview of the apps, extensions, documents, and websites your student visited, as well as internet controls that you can set for out-of-school hours.
Learn more about GoGuardian Parent here.
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Round Rock ISD Clothes Closet Donations
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The Clothes Closet is a project run by the local PTA's of Round Rock ISD. It offers good, gently used clothes to all students in the district who have need. Once per semester, each student can use this service. No referral necessary, just turn up to one of the two locations during opening hours.
In our ongoing support for RRISD's Clothes Closet we are always keen to take your donations of tops, bottoms, jackets/hoodies. Clothes must be in great, clean condition with no tears, stains, bobbling etc.
We also need, NEW ONLY boxer briefs style underwear for girls and boys, plus teen appropriate sports bras. Please deliver to the Jag lobby.
Alternatively, you may wish to support by donating directly using the Amazon wishlist.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2G8VOE7SO1TII?ref_=wl_dp_view_your_list
There is always a need for happy helpers with a "can do" attitude at the Clothes Closet. For more information about what this would entail contact clothescloset@cevmspta.org or sign up directly. Volunteering with the Clothes Closet is a great way to support families in our wider community. No experience necessary. Spanish speaking volunteers are particularly helpful.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45AEAF2CA0F8C52-58114760-20252026#/
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One of the best ways to show your student that education is important to you, is by volunteering at their school. There are lots of different ways to contribute your time, support and resources.
Please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form below to help us match your interests with the school's needs (such as Staff Appreciation, Concessions, Fundraising or School Dances).
Cedar Valley Volunteer Interest Form
This does NOT obligate you to anything, other than possibly receiving emails when we need help in your areas of interest. Please contact Livy Knox, the PTA Volunteer Coordinator with any questions at volunteer@cevmspta.org.
If you plan to volunteer at CeVMS in any capacity, you must complete the RRISD online application. Click here to access the Online Volunteer Application.
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Visit our Cedar Valley PTA Online Store to purchase your annual PTA membership and Cedar Valley merchandise!
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Helpful Staff Contact Information
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