Huggins Community,

What another incredible week we’ve had! I’m excited to share some of the highlights and remind you of some upcoming events.

This week, our 3rd-5th graders participated in our Innovative School Day, which included several engaging activities. Fourth and fifth graders experienced our Now You’re Ten program, and our fifth graders demonstrated leadership and enthusiasm during their student council speeches for officer positions. We are so proud of all the candidates and their efforts! Congrats to our new leaders!

Additionally, students in 1st-4th grades completed their MAP Growth Assessments. These assessments provide valuable data to help us tailor our instruction and ensure student success and growth this semester. You will receive a copy of your child's middle of year report from his/her teacher.

I want to extend a sincere thank you to those that attended the Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday. Your voice MATTERS as our district crafts a strategic plan for the next five years. To learn more, please click here.

As a reminder, it is an expectation that all students wear a student ID on campus. If your child needs another badge, please have them bring $5 (cash or check) to the front office. Wearing a badge helps us prioritize safety and also improves campus logistics, such as decreasing wait times in the cafeteria line, as students are required to scan their badge for breakfast and lunch.

Important Reminders and Upcoming Events:

1. No School Monday, January 20th: In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, school will be closed.

2. Winter Weather Advisory: With colder temperatures approaching, the district will monitor conditions closely. Updates and communications will be sent out as needed.

3. Spring and Group Pictures: Picture day is scheduled for Friday, January 24th. Mark your calendars and make sure those smiles are ready!

4. Save the Date: STEAM Night and Science Fair: We're thrilled to host our first STEAM Night and Science Fair on February 27th. Look out for the flyer below for more details.

Thank you for another great week. Stay warm, and we will see you back next week!

Sincerely,

Bethany Cunningham

Principal

Huggins Elementary

Bethany.cunningham@lcisd.org

Please remember that there are no lunch visitors on the grade level's Innovative School Day.

Monday, January 20th: No School

Tuesday, January 21st: Second Grade ISD

Wednesday, January 22nd: First Grade ISD

Thursday, January 23rd: Charger Spirit Day, Kinder ISD

Friday, January 24th : Huggins Spirit Day, Spring and Group Picture Day

Friday, January 31st: Early Dismissal at 11:45am

Tuesday, February 11th: Spring Creek Spirit Night

Friday, February 21st: FOH Sweetheart Dance

Thursday, February 27th: STEAM Night and Science Fair

The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees approved new secondary campus zones for the 2025-2026 school year, and I am writing to inform you of some important changes that may affect your child’s campus assignment starting in the 2025-2026 academic year if they are currently in grades 5 - 11.

To determine if you and your family will be impacted by the rezoning, please follow the steps below.

· Go to the Lamar CISD website – www.lcisd.org

· At the top of the page, click on “Find My School”

· Using the dropdown arrow next to “School Year 2024-25”, select “School Year 2025-26”

· Begin entering your home address in the search bar

Once you see your address, click on that address

· On the left-hand side of the site, you will see the elementary, middle school, junior high school, and high school that your home is zoned for in Lamar CISD

For further information, please see the attached FAQ document that provides more specific information about the updated school zones for 2025-2026.

Should you have any immediate questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Department of Enrollment Management directly at 832-223-0424. You can also reach out to me if you have any questions as well. Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

Please review the attachment below regarding parent access to libraries and library materials.

The safety of your children is our top priority, and adhering to our established car rider procedures helps us maintain a smooth and organized process during drop-off and pick-up times. Here are a few key points to remember:

• Turn Right into the Huggins Car Rider Driveway: The entrance to our car rider line is off of Katy-Fulshear Road. To get in line, you must be heading south on Katy-Fulshear. Cars are not permitted to make a left-hand turn into the driveway.
• Stay in Line: When entering the Huggins driveway for drop-off or pick-up, please stay in a single file line.This helps avoid any congestion and ensures a steady flow of traffic. Do not pull off and attempt to pass cars in line, as this creates a safety hazard.
  
• Follow Staff Instructions: Our staff members are trained to guide and assist during drop-off and pick-up times. Please follow their instructions promptly and patiently. Their guidance is aimed in creating a safe environment for everyone.
  
• No Cell Phones: While in the car rider line, please refrain from using your cell phone. This allows you to remain focused on the line and surrounding area, helping to ensure a safe environment for our students and staff.
• Arrival and Dismissal Times: It's important to arrive at the designated times for drop-off and pick-up. Remember, our doors open at 7:15am. Staff will begin opening doors at that time. Please do not drop off your student before 7:15am. Students that arrive after 7:45 will be counted tardy. If you arrive to school after the start time and there is no longer line or staff outside, you will need to park and walk your child into the building to check-in and receive a tardy slip. Please note that all change of transportation changes must be made before 2:00pm. In the event you need to pick up your child early, please do so by 2:30pm.
• Car Rider Tags: You must have a 24-25 car rider tag hanging from your rearview mirror to pick up your student in the car rider line. In the event that you do not have your tag, you will need to park in the lot and go to the office. Your child will be released to you with proper ID and after the car rider line is cleared.

By adhering to these procedures, we can collectively create a safe and efficient car rider process. We greatly appreciate your cooperation, understanding, and patience...especially the first few weeks of school!

Parents, please click here to learn about Canvas and how your child's teacher will be utilizing this platform for teaching/leaning and parent communication.

Please click here to learn about Texas Kids First Individual Accident-Only Insurance options available for your student.

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• Friends of Huggins is our fabulous parent organization. Be sure to visit their website here and follow them on Facebook at Friends of Huggins (FOH)