Hello Crossroads Families,

Please see below for information on resources, events, and upcoming opportunities. We hope you have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Matt Mura

Principal

• Tuesday 4/28, iReady Reading Diagnostic, information below
• Thursday 4/20, iReady Math Diagnostic, information below
• Tuesday 5/5, 8th Grade Science ISAT
• Thursday 5/7, 8th Grade Reality Town, 12:30 pm, volunteers needed, information below

• Full 2025-26 School Year Calendar: Click Here
• CMS Bell Schedule: Click Here
• Middle School A/B Schedule: Click Here

• Crossroads Middle School Family Resource Information
• Information on Outside Counseling Service Access at Crossroads
• West Ada School District Community Resource Guide
• Free Internet Access Program

• Student Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures
• Student Device Protection Information: Click Here
• Families may still purchase device protection after the student's device has been inspected by school personnel.
• School Nutrition Information (Meal Costs, Payments, Free & Reduced Meal Application): Click Here

Next week students will take their iReady Reading and Math Diagnostics.

As part of each testing day we're excited to share that Crossroads will be offering free breakfast for all students on each day of testing.

Breakfast Menu

• Tuesday 4/28
• Choose 1 Entree: Smoothie, Ultimate Breakfast Burrito
• Sides: Cinnamon Whole Wheat Toast, Fruit, Milk
• Thursday 4/30
• Choose 1 Entree: Smoothie & Doughnuts, Ultimate Breakfast Burrito, Cereal
• Sides: Whole Wheat Toast, Fruit, Milk

We will send families a reminder text each evening before testing.

Additional Testing Information

Spring testing can bring a range of emotions for students. At Crossroads, our primary focus is encouraging students to give their best effort and reflect and celebrate the growth they have made throughout the year.

Our message to our students will focus on encouraging them to try their best. If each of our students can look back and feel they gave their best effort, they should feel proud, regardless of their score.

Our students have grown tremendously this year, and we are excited for them to have the opportunity to show what they know.

To help your child feel prepared, please consider encouraging:

• A good night’s sleep
• Staying hydrated
• Positive self-talk and mindset

These small actions can make a meaningful difference in how students experience each test.

As always, thank you for your partnership and for all you do to support your child's success.

We are currently seeking volunteers for our upcoming 8th Grade Reality Town event at Crossroads Middle School. Reality Town at CMS will take place on Thursday, May 7, from 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Reality Town is a hands-on curriculum experience for our eighth-grade students that culminates in a two hour simulation. During the simulation, students assume the roles of adults, complete with careers, salaries, and family responsibilities, to gain a deeper understanding of the financial obligations and real life decisions a 30 year old adult may experience.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please email our counselor, Rikki Jensen, or share this information with anyone who you know who might be interested in volunteering, or in need of community service or volunteer hours.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our students!

As we head into warmer weather, we want to help students stay comfortable and ready to learn.

Bringing a refillable water bottle to school can help with that, and students have access to a filling station throughout the day.

If a water bottle is needed, we have a limited number available at school. Please click here for more information.

Dear West Ada Education Foundation Community,

We’re excited to share a special opportunity for you and your family to enjoy an unforgettable night of action and fun—while also supporting a great cause!

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is coming to Albertsons Stadium on Saturday, June 6, and thanks to a West Ada special offer, tickets are available for as low as $10.

Even better, $5 from every ticket purchased will go directly back to the West Ada Education Foundation, helping us continue to support students, classrooms, and programs across our district.

This high energy event features your favorite monster trucks performing incredible stunts, crushing cars, and delivering nonstop excitement that all ages will love.

Don’t miss this chance to make memories with your family and give back to our schools at the same time.

Purchase Tickets HERE—we can’t wait to see you there!

Warm regards,

West Ada Education Foundation