Whales Tales
October 2023
Notes from Mrs. Roberson
As always, there is a lot going on at Willbern this month! Numerous opportunities for kids to dress up and learn about college and saying, "No" to drugs, Family Fitness Night, the Book Fair, Watch DOG Dads Pizza Party and more! Progress reports have been posted to the Home Access Center so you can check on your child's progress. Also, don't forget you are able to check grades in real time throughout the year using HAC.
Our PTO fundraiser ends October 2nd so please be sure to sell those last chocolate bars and send in your money. Huge kudos to the very small group of PTO moms who have worked tirelessly to get chocolate boxes out, money counted and more.
Happy Fall!
🍂🍂 Mrs. Roberson
Introducing our Staff
Pre-K
Ms. Castillo, Ms. Morton, Ms. Jones, Ms. Rendon, Ms. Williams, Ms. Powell, Ms. Ethridge, Ms. Hooker
Kindergarten
Ms. Fouts, Ms. Moore, Ms. Middleton, Ms. Simonds, Ms. Hernandez, Ms. Bates, Ms. Garcia
1st Grade
Top:
Ms. McLamore, Mr. Rodriguez, Ms. Richter, Ms. Ramirez
Bottom:
Ms. de la Cueva, Ms. Carillo, Ms. Padron, Ms. Chew
2nd Grade
Top: Ms. Kirk, Ms. Moore, Ms. Roach
Bottom: Ms. Burgess, Ms. Vega, Ms. Chambers, Ms. Alado
3rd Grade
Ms. Jones, Ms. Alvarado, Ms. Prieto, Ms. Aguilar, Ms. Cardenas, Ms. Marshall, Mr. Sepulveda
4th Grade
Ms. Carmichael, Ms. Chanquin, Ms. Concannon, Ms. Makow, Ms. Hall, Ms. Aibunuomo, Ms. Sholeye, Mr. Sanchez
5th Grade
Ms. Rivas, Mr. Palma, Ms. Guerra, Ms. Bogart, Ms. Bruklis, Ms. McBride, Ms. Russell
Large Group
Mr. Gilbert-Art
Ms. Cannata-Music
Ms. Gawlik-Action Based Learning Lab
Mr. McCabe-PE
LIFE Skills
Ms.Williams, Mr. Harris, Ms. Stribling
Intervention Teachers
Ms. Anderson, Mr. Cuevas, Ms. Harris, Ms. Grigg, Ms. Berrones, Ms. Kirkpatrick, Ms. Taylor, Ms. Sensat
Speech & Resource Teachers
Ms. Phillips, Ms. Lavergne, Ms. Bazar, Ms. Skinner, Ms. Goff, Ms. Espinosa
Paraprofessionals
COLLEGE WEEK
The Book Fair is Coming!!!!
Family Night
Book Fair Information
Información sobre la feria del libro
RED RIBBON WEEK
*Dress up like your character.
*Bring a copy of the book to carry in parade. This is required to walk in parade.
*Costumes may not include weapons or anything "scary".
*If costume covers part of your face you may wear it during parade only. No face covering after parade.
Resources for Parents
Title I Campus Information
NOTICE TO PARENTS As a parent of a student at a campus receiving Title I funds, federal law allows you to ask for information about the certification, college major, and advanced degrees of your child’s teacher(s). You also have the right to request information about the qualifications of a teacher, aide or paraprofessional providing direct services to your child. If you would like to receive this information, you may contact the Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. Human Resources Department at 281-897-4099.
AVISO A LOS PADRES Como padre o madre de un estudiante en una escuela recibiendo fondos del Título I, la ley federal le permite pedir información acerca de la certificación, especialidad, y grados avanzados del maestro de su niño. Usted también tiene el derecho de pedir información sobre las calificaciones de un ayudante de maestro o paraprofesional que proporciona servicios directos a su niño. Si desea recibir esta información, usted puede comunicarse con el Departamento de Recursos Humanos de Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. llamando al 281-897-4099
District Notice re: HB 114
Dear Parents/Guardians
This summer the 88th Texas Legislature passed House Bill 114 (HB 114) in response to the growing concerns surrounding e-cigarettes and vaping among young people. This law mandates that any student found in possession of, using, selling, giving, or delivering an e-cigarette (a vape device) on school premises or at any school-affiliated event must receive a discipline consequence at the District’s Alternative Learning Center (ALC). Cypress-Fairbanks ISD will make necessary adjustments to the Student Code of Conduct in order to comply with this new law.
How this might impact your student:
- If your student possesses an e-cigarette (even if it contains nothing) or any component, part or accessory for any vaping device while on school grounds or at a school-related event, they will be recommended for a mandatory placement at the ALC for at least 10 days for first-time e-cigarette offenses.
- It is important to note your student assumes responsibility for any item knowingly within their possession, even if it is not their own.
- When at the ALC, your student is not able to participate in any school activities. Furthermore, they may face removal from specific student clubs or organizations as stipulated by each organization's rules and regulations.
- Students with ALC placements do not qualify for final exam exemptions for that school year.
- Modified bus transportation is provided to the Alternative Learning Centers but is not provided to the elementary Special Opportunity School.
Parent/Guardian's next steps::
- Please talk with your student to ensure they are informed about the new law.
- Prompt your student to be aware of the contents of their backpack, vehicle, and personal belongings.
- Remind your student not to allow friends to store prohibited items, such as e-cigarettes, in their backpack or vehicle, and discourage them from holding such items on behalf of others.
- Talk with your student regarding the adverse health effects of vaping. We have shared resources below to help you start the conversation.
We deeply appreciate your cooperation and support in ensuring that Cypress-Fairbanks ISD remains a safe, healthy, and thriving educational environment for all students. If you have any questions please contact your campus administration.