The Stallion Stampede
Janie Stark Elementary Parent Newsletter
April 4, 2021
Dear Stallion Families,
It's hard to believe it's already April! This year has definitely been one for the record books. As I look back, I am so proud of our students, staff, and community for the resilience and effort that have been put into this year despite the enormous challenges we have faced. The way our Stark community comes together through the pandemic and the winter weather shows just how strong our Stallion family is. Thank you for your support and partnership to make this year the best year possible for our amazing students. I am beyond thankful and blessed by this community.
With the sincerest appreciation and to the BEST of days,
Mrs. Putman
Email: PutmanJ@CFBisd.edu
Website: https://cfbisd.edu/schools/elementary-schools/stark-elementary/
Location: 12400 Josey Lane, Farmers Branch, TX, USA
Phone: 972-968-3300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janiestarkelementary/
Twitter: @StarkPrincipal
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STAAR Testing
- Make sure your child gets a good night sleep on Monday.
- Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast or arrives at school in time to eat breakfast in the cafeteria.
- Make sure your child arrives to school no later than 7:30 am.
- Make sure your child brings their refillable water bottle.
- Your child does NOT need to bring their Chromebook. If brought to school, it will be stored outside of the classroom for testing.
- Please keep all cellphones and smart watches at home. If brought to school, personal electronic devices will be collected and safely stored outside the classroom for testing.
All 3rd-5th grade students will take the STAAR test in May, Please place these dates on your calendar if your child is in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade:
- Tuesday, May 11 - 3rd, 4th, 5th grade Reading STAAR
- Wednesday, May 12 - 3rd, 4th, 5th grade Math STAAR
- Thursday, May 13 - 5th grade Science STAAR
Remote learners will be asked to come to campus for testing. All safety protocols (mask wearing, social distancing, small groupings) will be in place to provide a safe testing environment.
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School Picture Day is Coming!
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 13th! We will be having our Spring Picture Day. This year, Spring pictures will be non-uniform. Our photographer will also be using the Spring pictures to create Class Composites. A class composite is a way to take class pictures safely so that we do not have to have students stand close together to take the photo. See example of a class composite below.
Pictures will be taken on Tuesday, April 13th at Janie Stark ES.
To Order Pictures Online CLICK HERE.
REMOTE STUDENTS: Please plan to come to the cafeteria of Stark on April 13th from 10:00 am - 11:00 am to have your child's picture taken if you would like to be in the class composite and to order Spring photos. Safety protocols will be in place to safely take your child's photo.
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Now Enrolling 21-22 Pre-K Students!
Enrollment is now open! Please click here to enroll today! Feel free to share with friend, family, and neighbors.
We will be hosting an outdoor extravaganza for new Pre-K and Kinder students in April - stay tuned!
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Registration for the 2021-2022 School Year is OPEN!
Click here to register your child for the 2021-2022 school year.
NEW: Register your child and your child will receive a wristband for a FREE DRESS DAY! Each student that is registered for the 2021-2022 school year will be given a wristband for a no-uniform day.
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Staff Shout-Outs
If you would like to send a positive shout out to a staff member, please complete this brief form below.
Janie Stark Staff Shout-Outs
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Need another car tag?
Are you and your family needing another car tag for dismissal?
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Janie Stark Elementary
Website: https://cfbisd.edu/schools/elementary-schools/stark-elementary/
Location: 12400 Josey Lane, Farmers Branch, TX, USA
Phone: 972-968-3300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janiestarkelementary/
Twitter: @JanieStarkElem