Dragon Awards, sponsored by CHE PTA, is a program recognizing our students’ achievements. It encourages students to strive for excellence by motivating them to be involved in extra‐curricular activities. Participation in such activities stimulates learning on a variety of levels. This program allows EVERY student to earn at least (1) recognition pin.

Throughout the school year your student will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of offerings, depending on their grade level. Students who successfully fulfill the requirements of each program will receive recognition for their participation. At the end of the school year all of our students and parents are invited to attend a grade‐level assembly. At this assembly, pins are given to the students in recognition of their achievements throughout the year. Students are encouraged to collect their pins to display on special recognition days.

The following is a list of the programs that are included in the Dragon Awards, along with a brief
description of each. 

A OR A/B HONOR ROLL (2ND – 5TH GRADE)

In order for a student to receive the "A" honor roll pin at the end of the year, a student must have all "A"s on his or her entire report card. The Language Arts block is made up of three areas: Spelling, Writing, and Language Arts. A student must have "A" in each of these subjects to receive the "A" honor roll pin because we do NOT USE THE OVERALL AVERAGES for the end of year pin award. We use each individual subject. If the student's report card contains a "B" anywhere on it, then he or she will receive the "A/B" honor roll pin.

BREANNA’S BUDDIES (2ND – 5TH GRADE)

Awarded to members of Breanna’s Buddies who mentor new students.

BLACK BELT RECORDER KARATE FORMERLY COOL TUNES GRADUATE (4TH – 5TH GRADE) Awarded to those who complete the requirements set forth in music class.

CLASSICAL MUSIC LISTENING CLUBS (4TH & 5TH GRADE)

Students will study 10 pieces of classical music. They will dig into the lives of the composers, strategize ways to identify melodies, learn to recognize what instruments sound like and figure out how the pieces are constructed! Students will have the opportunity to participate in a festival sponsored by LISD, The Festival of Music Listening Masters (FMLM). The students will be asked to identify music listening examples on this day and are asked to recognize the composer and name of the piece and or major work.

KINDER DRAGON (KINDERGARTEN)

A pin to recognize each student completing Kindergarten at CHE.

KINGDOM TALES (K – 5TH GRADE)

Awarded for participation in the Kingdom Tales Publishing Company by authoring and submitting an original book for publication.

LIBRARY PAGE   (3RD -5TH GRADE)

Awarded to students that assist patrons and help with library responsibilities. This gives students the opportunity to be leaders in our school.

NEWS CREW (5TH GRADE)

Selected group of students responsible for morning announcements.

REFLECTIONS (K – 5TH GRADE)

Awarded to students who submit original artwork to the National PTA art
competition held at CHE in November.

RISE AND SHINE TEAM (4TH & 5TH GRADE)

Take charge leaders who are poised and comfortable to stand in front of the school to lead our Rise and Shine Assemblies.  They help with the planning, setting up and leading of each Rise & Shine program.

RUNNING CLUB (2ND – 5TH GRADE)

Awarded to students who achieve 26 miles from the start of the school year through the first of May. Running Club provides opportunities for runners of different ages and abilities to have fun running with friends no matter how fast or how far they go. Running Club builds
strength, endurance, and promotes daily physical activity. Also, the club promotes staying consistent with
having a healthy lifestyle in order to perform your best. Results are amazing to see the growth of students
throughout the year.

SAFETY PATROL (3RD - 5TH GRADE)

Honor duty given to 3 rd and 5 th graders who are selected by teachers based on citizenship and helpful attitude. Serve as greeters as students arrive and help get students to designated location during dismissal.

SNAPPING DRAGONS (5TH GRADE ONLY)

Membership is based on leadership skills, excellent behavior,
vocal quality and music reading ability. This group meets after school hours for practice. Performances are held at a number of community events.

SPELLING BEE (4TH – 5TH GRADE)

Awarded to students who represent their classroom in the school-wide Bee.

STUDENT COUNCIL (3RD – 5TH GRADE)

Student Representatives are selected through classroom nomination and voting. Student Council holds meetings after school to coordinate various community service activities throughout the school year.