Principal News
October 7, 2024
Principal Message
We hope everyone had a good weekend!
Just a reminder that students will not have school from October 10th -15th for Fall Break. Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 16th. We hope you and your family enjoy a restful and refreshing break, and we look forward to welcoming the students back ready for an exciting new quarter.
During the break, feel free to encourage your child to relax, read a book, or engage in creative activities. If you’re traveling, we wish you safe journeys.
As always, thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education.
ASE students will Learn...Inspire...and Lead...We are ASE!
National Walk to School Day
All ASE Dalmatians are encouraged to walk to school on October 9th if safe to do so. Walking to school enables children to incorporate regular physical activity into their day and promotes healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
UIL Update
By the end of the day on Wednesday, October 9th, you will receive an email containing a letter for each UIL event in which your child tried out. This notification will indicate if your child qualified to participate on a UIL team.
National School Lunch Week/Take Your Parent to Lunch
Our cafeteria is open for parental visits during the week. We thank all our lunch guests for their presence and cooperation with school protocols at lunch time. Formally, National School Lunch Week is October 14th-18th.
Unity Day
We are a united ASE school family. Wear orange on October 16th to honor unity in our community and world.
Grandparent/Family Picnic
Our Grandparent/Family Picnic is planned for October 18th. Please see the attached map for picnic locations. You will sign in at these designated grade level areas.
Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is a week-long campaign that raises awareness about drug and violence prevention, tobacco, alcohol, and smoking in the United States. It takes place every year in October. The roots of Red Ribbon Week trace back to 1985 following the death of Agent Camarena. Moved by his sacrifice, people in his hometown started wearing red ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raising awareness of the detrimental effects of drugs.
Fall Festival
Anne Sullivan PTA presents our annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct 26th 2024, from 10 am - 12 pm.
We can't wait to see our Dalmatian families in their best costumes at this FREE event.
Book Character Parade
All students are encouraged to dress in their favorite book character attire on October 30th for our annual school parade. Students will first walk inside the building to see one another's dress and then outside for parent viewing. Please refer to the following map as to locations for parents to stand.
Science Fair
The Elementary Science and Engineering Fairis an opt-in activity that supplementsthe regular curriculum of classroom instruction. The classroom teacher will need to approve student projects to ensure they are consistent with the interests of the school community. The purpose of the elementary science and engineering fair in Fort Bend ISD is to encourage students' interest in science and engineering, to develop their inquiry and investigation skills, and to provide opportunities for children to enhance STEM skills.
Please see the information below and reach out to your child's Science teacher with any questions.
Student Attendance
Our student attendance, through September 27th was 98.01%. This is a reflection our our commitment to student learning. Way to go ASE!
SEPAC news
FBISD’s ASE Special Education Parent Advisory Committee presents “Let’s Talk”, a monthly series to encourage conversations with your child about special needs and disability awareness. October is National ADHD Awareness Month. ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Those with ADHD can sometimes have problems socializing because they are easily distracted, forgetful or impulsive. At your next meal ask, “How can you help your friends socialize if they have ADHD?” The most important point is to be patient with their friends.
Spelling Bee
It's that time of year again for ASE's Spelling Bee. Students in grades 3-5 have the opportunity to showcase their spelling skills. Please see attached documents and the library schoology course for more infomration.
Project Lifesaver
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Project Lifesaver Program is designed to support families and caregivers of individuals who are prone to wandering due to cognitive disorders. Their mission is to bring loved ones home quickly, safely, and effectively.
This program provides a FREE small arm bracelet with a radio frequency to a person who has a history of wandering or may be prone to wandering caused by a cognitive disorder. FBCSO Deputies are trained with a receiver device to aid in locating the person if they go missing.
If you fear for the safety of your loved one due to their wandering tendencies, and you want peace of mind, please visit https://www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/sheriff-s-office/programs/project-lifesaver.
PTA Art Reflections
If you are interested in participating in the PTA Art Reflections contest, see the attached flyer for more information.
DND
Our PTA is launching its annual Dalmatian Nation Drive in an effort to raise monies for the school. Please consider a donation to invest in the educational experience of all of our students. We thank you for your generosity.
DND Incentive
We thank you for your generosity to our school.
DND Update
Here are the class results as of this week.
Watch Dog Dads
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.
Sign up link- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1c0et8EKfRr1_aZtsB3N0_OcES67y02-uyf1WRgvXNQs/edit?pli=1
Counselor Corner
October 7-11
Self-Management Rules are an important part of everyday life. Following the rules shows care and kindness for ourselves and others. Pick one rule you would like your child to follow at home. Create the rule and set expectations with your child. Then talk about why the rule is important. If your child is not following the rule, remind them of the reasons it is important.
GT News
Here is the latest GT information from FBISD for parents.Celebrating Gifted (smore.com)
Writing Challenge
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 October Writing Challenge attached below.
FINAL September submissions:
5th grade: Aaliya Chadha
5th grade: Myleen Kaur
4th grade: Mritsa Hari
4th grade: Zoha Khaki
4th grade: Aarish Khaki
4th grade: Naoki Hotta
4th grade: Aradhya Mital
4th grade: Mihika Kothakapu
4th grade: Noah Lakhani
3rd grade: Deetya Ethiraj
3rd grade: Sahara John
3rd grade: Sanna Naveen
3rd grade: Natasha Laiduc
3rd grade: Mehreen Vejlani
3rd grade: Shanaya Singh
3rd grade: Viaan Bansal
3rd grade: Caleb Patel
3rd grade: Saakshi Soni
3rd grade: Bhuvi Grover
2nd grade: Naya Parikh
2nd grade: Ruhi Gandhi
2nd grade: Gyan Das
2nd grade: Anika Patra
2nd grade: Shanvi Shah
2nd grade: Kyra Pasari
1st grade: Mila Abbas
1st grade: Yuvraj Chadha
1st grade: Angad Sarao
1st grade: Reyna Parekh
1st grade: William John
1st grade: Alayna Lakhani
1st grade: Sahana Mehta
1st grade: Aditi Gadewar
Kindergarten: Oliva Zhou
Kindergarten: Zareen Vejlani
Kindergarten: Amal Moosa
Kindergarten: Anvi Dey
Kindergarten: Gavin Patel
Kindergarten: Aiza Falak
Coding and Filmmakers Academy
Registration is open. The event will be held on Saturday, October 19th from 9am – 12pm at Missouri City Middle School. See website for more information: https://www.fortbendisd.com/Page/155074
Student Honor
Congratulations to Miyue Tao who traveled to Austin to play in a prestigous tennis tournament "Little Mo Nationals” last weekend.
She won the championship of the 10-years-old group. Way to go!
Student Award
Congratulations to Kian Deshpande in Ms. Ali and Ms. Bean’s 3rd grade class who took part in the 2024 KNSU International President’s Cup Taekwondo Championship. He received a Gold Medal in Board Breaking and a Silver Medal in Poomsae (Form) in the White Belt category.
Kian is part of Master Lee’s Taekwondo World Championship Academy , a sponsor of our school.
Student Math Opportunity
Math Bash is an elementary and middle school math competition hosted at Dulles High School with an aim for students to practice and hone their math skills, have fun while doing so, and come to have a greater appreciation for mathematics as a whole.
To sign up, please fill out this registration form (https://tinyurl.com/mathbash25).
For early registrars (paid by October 5th), the cost is $12, which should be paid through the portal. Otherwise, normal registration costs $15, which may be paid through the portal or in cash/check on the day of the contest. The payment link can be found on the registration page (https://dhsmathbash.weebly.com/register.html).
For more information about rounds, scheduling, etc., please visit https://dhsmathbash.weebly.com/.
The date for the contest is set on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 from 8 AM to 1:30 PM at Dulles High School and will be open to all students ranging from grades 3 to 8 (and lower, if they wish to participate in the 3rd grade level).
October Spirit Events
Please see the included Spirit Night events for ASE families during the month of October.
Coorporate Sponsorship Opportunities
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.
Community Event
Please see the following Riverstone event.
Spirit Night
Please see the included Spirit Night opportunity for ASE families.
Fundraising for ASE
Please save your Boxtops for ASE. Monies are generated for the school.
Rainy Day Dismissal
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.
USA Fit Event
Would you like to help earn $250 for ASE?
The USA Fit Marathon, Shottenkirk Kia Half Marathon, and Simon Spine Family
Friendly 5K are ready to "Kick Off" their 17th annual event on February 2,
2025. The event benefits the Fort Bend Education Foundation. Are you part of
the "Fittest" school in town?
The school with the most participants (combined
from all 3 events) will win the right to display our Fittest School Traveling
Trophy for the next year and $250.00 in PE equipment. There are 2nd and 3rd
place cash prizes as well. 2024 Fittest School winner was Jan Schiff
Elementary - but Sullivan was a very close 2nd place. Students, staff, family
members, and friends all count as team members - as long as they register and
choose Sullivan as their team.
Additionally, school teams with at least 25 participants (combined from all 3
events) benefit by receiving a donation from the USA Fit Marathon Event of
$5.00 per participant (participants using a discount code to register do not
qualify). School Team Captains can follow their team's progress online, and
donations are mailed to the school after the event. We provide graphics for
your school's flyers and posters. Registration and the event website is
http://usafitmarathon.com
Health Protocols
Parent Handbook 2024-2025
Here is our ASE Parent Handbook. This document will remain in the Smore every week. Changes and additions will be noted as well.
Staff
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
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)
Campus Compliance Coordinator (Special Education, 504, STAAR): Vanessa Browning Vanessa.Browning@fortbendisd.gov
Save the Date
10/9 National Walk to School Day
10/10-10/14 No school for all
10/15 Teacher Planning Day- no school for students
10/18 Grandparent/Family Picnic
10/21-25 Red Ribbon Week
10/26 Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
10/30 Character Parade