Principal News

With less than two weeks left in the school year, it’s incredible to look back at all we’ve accomplished together!

Our Dalmatians have shown resilience, growth, and a commitment to learning that truly makes us proud. As we wrap up, we’re focused on finishing strong and celebrating the achievements of our students and staff.

I encourage everyone to stay focused and keep pushing forward as we make the most of these final days. Let’s continue to support one another and make every moment count.

Thank you for your unwavering support throughout the year as we couldn’t have done it without you!

ASE students will Learn...Inspire...and Lead...We are ASE!

This week will be our last parental visits at lunch. There will be no parent lunch visits next week (May 27-29). We hope that you have enjoyed being able to spend lunch time with your child over the course of the year. We will resume this practice of parents visiting during lunch in the fall. We thank you for understanding.

Our Awards ceremonies schedule is included here. All parents are welcome to attend their child's ceremony as we finish the year.

As in previous years, we are collecting new and used school supplies for those in need. We have labeled boxes near the front office for donated items. Please see the attached flyer for more information and we appreciate your generosity as we end the year.

Please be mindful of the due date for all library books. If you have any questions about missing or lost books, please reach out to our librarian, Ms. Moore.

If interested in having your 5th grader attend the end-of-year pool party, please see the information included here.

We want to wish these staff members a very happy May birthday!

We want to wish the following staff members a Happy Birthday during the month of June. We hope you enjoy your special day during the summer.

We want to wish these staff members a very happy July birthday!

As you are preparing for next year, please reference the school supply list included below.

Please see the information about placing an ad on the marquee.

The 2024-2025 ASE Yearbook is available for pre-order!

Don't forget to share photos of events through the year on the TreeRing website and to customize your 2 free pages by the April 11th deadline.

Please see the following information related to a summer reading program.

WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) is a family and community engagement educational initiative. At ASE our WATCH D.O.G.S. volunteers on campus have the opportunity to lead our students by example in a positive way.

WATCH D.O.G.S. volunteer option for ASE:

Volunteer most dates Monday - Friday (excluding half days, STAAR Testing days, and during school wide events)

Morning Car Greeter:

Between the times of 7:30 - 8:05 in the mornings out front greeting our students as they arrive to campus by opening car doors.

Outdoor Recess:

Daily during grade level recess times. Volunteers can monitor and participate in student recess games.

Cafeteria Lunch:

Daily during grade level lunch times in the cafeteria. Monitor students walk around and assist teachers and help with dismissal of tables.

Here is the Spring Sign-Up link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4DACA92FA5FF2-51173609-watch

Listening Is a Leadership Skill

Leaders aren't just talkers—they're great listeners. Teaching your child to listen well helps them become thoughtful, compassionate leaders who value others' voices.

Tip: Practice active listening at home and praise your child when they do the same. It’s a powerful form of leadership.

Here is the latest GT information from FBISD for parents.

Links: https://secure.smore.com/n/dh5a4

If you have any general questions regarding GT in FBISD, please email them to GTFBISD@fortbendisd.gov

Here is the district GT website as a resource: https://www.fortbendisd.com/Domain/66

Please see the information about a health opportunity for your children.

In an effort to grow future authors and develop the love of writing in our students, each month we will pose a writing topic for our K-5 Dalmatians to respond to as an optional activity. A child who completes the Challenge can submit his/her work to Ms. Roach electronically or in the yellow bus located near the front office. stefanie.roach@fortbendisd.gov

Pieces submitted will be displayed on our Writing Challenge hallway bulletin board, along with recognition in this Smore. Creativity is encouraged and grammatical errors are forgiven!

Please see the May Writing Challenge attached below.

May submissions:

3rd grade: Natasha Laiduc

2nd grade: Ruhi Gandhi

Please see the information about our fundraiser.

Please see the information about our fundraiser.

Please see the information about our fundraiser.

Please see the following information about summer activities for your child and supported by the FBEF.

Our Corporate Sponsors are an important source of support for the PTA and help our school engage with our local community. If you would be interested in making your business an ASE Corporate Sponsor, please contact sponsorship@annesullivanpta.org for more information.

Please save your Boxtops for ASE. Monies are generated for the school.

Rainy Day dismissal pertains only to those families whose children walk or ride a bike to school each day. Each parent of a child who walks or rides a bike is required to notify the homeroom teacher of a Rainy-Day alternative plan. At 2:45 p.m. a Blackboard Connect notice will be sent to parents informing the community of a Rainy-Day Dismissal. Walkers/bikers will either become a car rider or remain a walker. If your child remains a walker, he/she will meet you at the normal pick-up location.

Parents are not permitted to come to the building doors or encroach on the campus sidewalks to get their children in the rain. This can lead to an unsafe dismissal. All other students going home on buses, in cars, or daycare vans will not have a change in dismissal.

The health & safety of students, teachers, and staff is the District’s foremost priority. Please refer to the following district guidelines related to student health.

Here is our ASE Parent Handbook. This document will remain in the Smore every week. Changes and additions will be noted as well.

Principal: Donna Whisonant

Donna.Whisonant@fortbendisd.gov

Assistant Principal: Stefanie Roach (K,2,4)

Stefanie.Roach@fortbendisd.gov

Assistant Principal: Anagha Machado (1,3,5)

Anagha.Machado@fortbendisd.gov

Executive Assistant: Michelle Mitchell

Michelle.Mitchell@fortbendisd.gov

Registrar: Ashley King

Ashley.King@fortbendisd.gov

Front Office Receptionist: Donna Allotta

Donna.AltamuraAllott@fortbendisd.gov

Counselor: Kimberly Omanukwue (2,3,4)

Kimberly.Omanukwue@fortbendisd.gov

Counselor: Patricia Orji (K,1,5)

Patricia.Orji@fortbendisd.gov

Campus Compliance Coordinator (Special Education, 504, STAAR): Vanessa Browning Vanessa.Browning@fortbendisd.gov

5/27 Awards:

9:00 1st grade

1:00 3rd grade

1:45 SAILS

2:00 ABC

5/28 Awards:

9:00 Kindergarten

1:00 2nd grade

1:45 4th grade

5/29 Awards: 5th grade, 8:45 a.m.

5/29 Early Release, 12:10 p.m. dismissal