AHS BULLDOG COMMUNITY NEWS
3434 Pheasant Creek Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77498
WELCOME TO AUSTIN HIGH SCHOOL
HOME OF THE BULLDOGS!
October 18 - October 22
Welcome to Austin High School's Community Newsletter where we share all of the important information, amazing activities, and events occuring on our campus with our BULLDOG Family and community! To our new Freshman Bulldogs and to our returning Sophmores, Juniors and graduating Seniors.... WE WELCOME YOU to the DAWGHOUSE! We are excited about the 2021-2022 school year!
Principal Corner
Happy Fall Weekend!
We had a great homecoming week and saw some great participation from our students and staff. We hope your child was able to participate in the fun. We also had our first dance in almost two years, our 2021 Homecoming Dance on Saturday. It was a great event and it was awesome to see our students celebrate with their friends.
As we get closer to the end of the year, the end of the first semester is quickly approaching. PLEASE encourage your student to keep up with their assignments and do all they can to obtain their credits this semester. It's important that we support them in their learning and have your support as well.
Please read through this newsletter for additional information about our campus and upcoming activities. Thank you very much for your support, understanding and flexibility as we work to provide the best learning environment during a pandemic. I understand that it is a stressful time and I appreciate your support. Thank you.
Rachel Cortez
Upcoming Dates:
October 29 - Progress Report 3
October 29 - Picture Retakes
2021-2022 ADMINISTRATORS
Rachel Cortez - Campus Principal
Kyle Lovetinsky - Associate Principal
Assistant Principals
Adaun Ojukwu (A-D)
Anthony Yim (E-K)
Meraj Khan(L-Q)
George Long (R-Z)
2021-2022 COUNSELORS
Elisha Carter (A, T-Z)
Michelle Lewis (Lead) (B-E)
Myrna Hodge (F-K)
Trishauna Garrett (L-O)
Leigha Gatson (P-S)
2021-2022 AHS SOCIAL WORKER
AHS CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Student Recognition
Drug Take Back Event
Tardies
Please also remember that students should be in their classrooms prior to 7:30, please remember that traffic is heaviest from 7:15-7:30. We recommend that students arrive by 7:15, to allow ample time to be in their classroom by 7:30.
Please see below for our tardy progression of discipline. Thank you.
Varsity Football Themes
AHS ORCHESTRA NEWS
On October 9th, our Stephen F. Austin Orchestra participated in the TMEA Region competition. Since May of 2021, the orchestra has been preparing and practicing their hardest to compete with other schools in the district. Only very few students are accepted into the two region orchestras, Symphony and Philharmonic, so congratulations to all those who participated in such a difficult competition! And a special congratulations to all those who made it! Keep on working hard and good luck competing in State - Go Bulldogs!
On a separate note, The orchestra’s senior quartet had the honor to perform at the Fireman’s Ball on September 11th, the 20th anniversary of the World Trade Center terrorist attacks. The day before, the orchestra performed America, The Beautiful to honor those who have served this country.
Symphony Region:
Nathan Su - Violin
Aaron You - Violin
Sandor Wat - Violin
Eric Liang - Violin
Arick Meng - Violin
Joyce Luo - Violin
Zihang Wang - Violin
Aiden Yang - Cello
Eric Jia - Cello
Natalie Su - Cello
Joyce Chen - Cello
Drew Peries - Cello
Toby Nguyen - Cello
Andy Jiang - Bass
Christine Li - Bass
Christopher Fu - Bass
Ynhu Nguyen - Harp
Chi-Yun Chien - Harp
Philharmonic Region:
Ryan Ji - Violin
Ziduo Yi - Violin
Rachael Ng - Violin
Joyce Qu - Violin
Peter Liu - Violin
Ayse Civilek - Violin
Vivian Zhu - Viola
Elijah Livingood - Viola
Terry Tan - Cello
Lucas Pham - Cello
Deszhou Gao - Bass
Aiden Friar - Bass
SPECIAL EDUCATION NEWS AND UPDATES
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ANH-KkyCE1bfpAJHs0tPVW2ndzo1THiPVQU7YAsFGtc/edit
This month's SEPAC meeting will take place on Tuesday October 19th at 6:00 p.m. via ZOOM. We will discuss general resources in the community and also watch portions of "Independent Living Opportunities Available to Special Needs Young Adults After High School" from Consolidated Planning Group. Link will be sent soon.
Also, attached is the invitation from the Greater Houston Disability Chamber of Commerce on" Why Supported Employment Works" with Janniece Sleigh, see link below.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunrise-series-why-supported-employment-works-with-janniece-sleigh-tickets-168784136897?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Hope to see you soon!
If you have questions regarding any Special Education updates, please don't hesitate to reach out to Adaun Ojukwu at adaun.ojukwu@fortbendisd.com, SPED administrator, and/or our SEPAC Parent Josefina Alcala-Hamilton, who can be reached at Cell: 832-900-2328.
Thank You.
AHS CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
Ongoing Announcements
Morning Arrival
Food Deliveries
Please remember that food deliveries are not allowed at AHS. This includes any delivery of food, either from family or delivery services. All students are allowed to receive a free lunch from our Child Nutrition Department through the lunch lines. We appreciate your support and cooperation.
Attendance
Please send all attendance notes to attendanceahs@fortbendisd.com. If you are sending a doctor’s note, please take a picture or scan it and attach to the email. If your student needs to leave early from school, please email the attendance office as soon as possible, so we can send a pass to your student. This makes is very helpful for when a student is in athletics and we are unable to reach their coach. Our latest pick up time is 2:20, so please be here by 2:15 in order to sign your student out and always bring in your picture ID. Please remember that traffic gets backed up, so you may have to wait. Thank you!
STUDENT DROP-OFF
Dear AHS Parents,
Welcome back to another Exciting Year at Austin High School, Home of The Bulldogs!!
We would like to share some information with you regarding Morning Student Drop-Off.
The best time to drop your student off at AHS with little to no traffic is usually between 7:00 AM and 7:15 AM. After 7:15 AM the traffic flow becomes heavy and students risk being late to 1st period.
Areas for Drop-Off: Front Circle and Student Parking Lot Area (Northside of the Building)
Please Do Not Attempt To Drop Your Student Off on The Bus Ramp Side of the Building,this area is for School Vehicles and School Personnel Only!
STUDENT TEXTBOOK REQUEST
Thank you.
STUDENT PARKING PERMITS
FREE AND REDUCED MEAL PROGRAM
There are numerous benefits to qualifying for free or reduced meals, including SAT/ACT reduced fees, college application waivers, etc..
AHS ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES
AHS FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
AHS BOYS BASKETBALL SCHEDULE
AHS VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE
IMPORTANT LINKS
About US
Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/ahs
Location: 3434 Pheasant Creek Drive, Sugar Land, TX, USA
Phone: 281-634-2000
Twitter: @SFAHSBulldogs