For Parents

Welcome to Caledonia Elementary!

Welcome to Caledonia Elementary, where we take pride in our traditions, strong sense of community, and commitment to helping every student succeed.

At Cal El, our dedicated teachers and staff work together to create a welcoming, engaging learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. We believe in building strong relationships with students and families while providing meaningful learning experiences each day.

The Cal El Way

At Cal El, we teach and encourage students to be safe, responsible, and respectful through our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. These expectations help create a positive school environment where everyone can learn and succeed.

We are proud to be Team Cal El!

Family & Community Involvement

Families and community members play an important role in making Cal El a special place. We encourage parents and guardians to get involved through classroom opportunities, school events, and our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

Visit our PTO page to learn more about upcoming activities and ways to get involved.

At Cal El, we value our "Heart and Heritage" while continuing to build a bright future for our students.

We look forward to a great school year together!

Connie Gonzalez
Interim Principal
Caledonia Elementary School

District & Family Resources

Find helpful districtwide information and resources for CCS students and families.

• Community Events
• District Attendance Policy
• District Resources & Support
• Emergency & Weather Notifications
• Food Service & School Meals
• Mental Health Resources
• Safety & Security
• School Nurses & Health Services
• Schools of Choice
• Volunteering
• YMCA Before & After School Care

Student Handbooks

The CCS District Student Handbook provides district-wide information, policies, procedures, and expectations for all students and families. Each school also publishes a supplemental building handbook with information specific to that school, including building procedures, expectations, and programs.

Together, the District Student Handbook and your school’s building handbook serve as the official guide for students and families.

Annual Handbook Acknowledgement
Parents/guardians are required to review both the District Student Handbook and their student’s building handbook each school year. As part of the annual PowerSchool registration process, parents/guardians must acknowledge that they have read and understand the information provided in the handbooks.

District Student Handbook

CE Building Handbook

School Information & Resources

Calendars & Schedules

• District Calendar
• Tuition-Based Preschool & PreK Calendar

School Supply Lists

• Young Fives
• Kindergarten
• First Grade
• Second Grade
• Third Grade
• Fourth Grade

PowerSchool Student/Parent Portal

• PowerSchool Parent Portal Login
• PowerSchool Support Page
• PowerSchool District Code: GHDL

Destiny Library Catalog

Caledonia Community Schools uses Destiny, an online library catalog that allows students and families to access school library resources from home.

How to Log In

1. Open the Destiny Library Catalog using the link below.
2. Select your child's school.
3. Click Log In in the upper-right corner.
4. Enter your student's login information:

• Username: FirstNameLastName (no spaces)
• Password: Student ID number

Access the Destiny Library Catalog

Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures

To help keep students safe and traffic moving smoothly, please follow these procedures when dropping off or picking up your child at Caledonia Elementary.

Morning Drop-Off

The designated drop-off zone is marked by cones near the main entrance.

• Pull forward as close to the first cone (near the large green electrical box) as possible to allow multiple vehicles to unload.
• Have your child ready to exit when you reach the drop-off zone.
• Remain in your vehicle to keep traffic moving.
• Students should exit on the school side of the vehicle once you have come to a complete stop.
• If your child needs extra assistance, please park in a designated space and walk them into the building.
• Students arriving before the 8:40 AM bell should go directly to the playground, unless the temperature is 0°F or below or there is precipitation.
• Do not use the bus parking lot or bus entrance/exit for student drop-off.

Afternoon Pick-Up

• Keep the lane near the main entrance clear for vehicles to pass through. Do not park in this lane.
• If picking up your child in person, park in a designated parking space and walk into the building. Please accompany your child back to your vehicle.
• The curved turn area near the Gymnasium is reserved for the designated car pick-up system.

Dismissal Time

School dismisses at 3:40 PM.

Thank you for helping us keep arrival and dismissal safe and efficient for all students and families!