Chester w. Taylor Elementary School
3638 Morris Bridge Road • Zephyrhills, FL 33543
Phone: (813) 794-6900 • Principal: Rick Saylor
Chester Taylor Elementary School
Principal: Rick Saylor
3638 Morris Bridge Road
Zephyrhills, FL 33543
Phone: (813) 794-6900
Chester W. Taylor Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Rick Saylor
Asst. Principal: Kathryn Veber
Asst. Principal: Lesley Kirkley
3638 Morris Bridge Road
Zephryhills, FL 33543
Phone: (813) 794-6900
CWTES Communication Center
Parents, need to meet with us?
Click this link or scan the QR code below to book a time with us.
Parent Support Club
Please complete this form, or scan the QR code below or click on the title, if you are interested in joining our CWTES Parent Support Club, a group where parents and staff work together to help promote positive and engaging culture at CWTES!
School Advisory Council - S.A.C.
Scan the QR code below or click on the title to sign up and join our School Advisory Council—your voice matters, so get involved and help shape our school’s future!
Check out our Weekly Galactic Gazette!
Stay up to date with the latest school news, events, and announcements in our Weekly Galactic Gazette!
Click this link to read!
Astronaut News
Free Eye Exams & Glasses for Students
We’re excited to share a wonderful opportunity for our families! The Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program is offering FREE eye exams and glasses for students — from Pre-K through 12th grade — at no cost to families.
> Available to Florida students
> For families who qualify based on financial need
> Quick & easy online application
Important: You must reapply each school year, and processing takes 6–12 weeks, so don’t wait!
Apply in just 2 minutes at www.floridaheiken.org
Sign up for Great American Teach-In Today
Please sign up using this Microsoft form link
Annual Reading Challenge
Let’s Read 20 Million Minutes!
We’re kicking off our 3rd Annual Reading Challenge — and every student can join in!
Let’s make reading a schoolwide celebration this year. Together, we can reach 20 million minutes — one page at a time! 💪
School Enrichment Program
Exciting opportunity for our students and families! Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and register—don’t miss out on this chance to support your child’s learning! Check out our Facebook page for additional information.
Wireless Device Usage
Take a moment to chat with your child about the school’s rules for wireless device use—staying connected and safe together.
2025-26 School Calendar
Stay up to date with important school dates!
CWTES Drop-Off & Pick-Up Route for 2025–2026
Please review the 2025–2026 Drop-Off & Pick-Up route carefully, as there is a road closure that may affect your usual path.
Meet Our Caring Admin Team
We’re excited to welcome you to a great year ahead! Pictured from left to right: Assistant Principal Lesley Kirkley, Principal Dr. Rick Saylor, and Assistant Principal Kathryn Veber.
School Supply List 2025-2026
Please select the link below to access supply lists 2025-2026 Supply Lists:
Questions?
Have a question or want to provide feedback? You’re in the right place! Let’s Talk! is designed to streamline communication by giving you a central location to submit a question, concern, or comment. Provide your contact information and someone from our school will get back to you very soon.
