Cathelene Thomas Elementary serves about 500 students in Pre K-3 as well as the district’s special education classes for those grade levels.  Instructional specialists boost the district’s efforts to excel in reading and  mathematics.  Technology access can be found in each classroom and in the school’s two computer labs.  Instruction is supplemented with computer assisted instruction utilizing Plato reading and mathematics, Study Island Science, Read Naturally, Fast Math, and Technology Applications.  Saxon Phonics supplements the school’s language arts program.  A restructured schedule allows for additional science and social studies instruction.  The school boasts a full-time P.E. program and the art program is recognized throughout the region.  The campus has been rated Exemplary three of the last six years and Recognized the other three.