Bulldog Bulletin
Parent Newsletter
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I want to express my sincere gratitude for your patience and understanding as we worked to establish a smooth and efficient car rider line. We know that the initial adjustment period can be challenging, but I'm pleased to report that the line is now moving much more quickly.
We have finalized the permanent car rider numbers and are distributing them daily. Each family will receive two fluorescent tags with their respective numbers.
Starting next week, we will begin offering tutorials to provide students with additional support. We recognize the importance of these opportunities and are committed to ensuring that all students have the chance to receive extra help.
To further support our students' academic success, I have decided to use our Title I funds to purchase late buses for the entire school year. If your child is eligible to ride the bus to and from school, they will also be eligible to ride the late bus. Please ensure that your child has their student ID with them to board the bus and that they meet the eligibility requirements for riding the school bus.
Thank you again for your cooperation and support.
Sincerely,
Andrea Lagard
Principal
Watkins Middle School
Cell Phone/Telecommunication Guidelines
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We want to inform you about Watkins Middle School's cell phone/telecommunication device guidelines. To ensure a focused and productive learning environment for all students, we ask that all cell phones and similar devices be turned off and placed inside backpacks upon entering the school building.
It's important to note that using phones while watching TV often leads to missing important details, requiring rewinding or rewatching. Similarly, students can miss crucial first-time instruction during class if they are distracted by their phones. To maximize learning opportunities, we kindly request your cooperation in ensuring all devices are turned off and stored away during class time.
Students are welcome to use their phones before entering the building and after school. We understand the importance of communication during those times. However, if a student is caught using a phone during the school day, the device will be confiscated and secured in the administrative office. A $15 fee, as outlined in the District's Code of Conduct, must be paid to retrieve the phone.
We understand the importance of staying connected, especially in case of emergencies. Please know that you can always call the school if you need to contact your student. However, to minimize classroom disruptions and maximize learning time, we kindly request that calls be reserved for emergencies only.
We appreciate your support in helping us create a positive learning environment for all students. Please encourage your child to follow these guidelines.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Dear Watkins Middle School Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to announce that Watkins Middle School has transitioned to a cashless system. This means that all purchases on campus will be made electronically, either through a convenient QR code or our online platform, School Cash Online.
We believe this change will streamline transactions, enhance security, and provide greater convenience for our school community. With this new system, you can easily purchase essential items like clear backpacks, Watkins Spirit Gear, and class fees (if applicable) from the comfort of your home.
Click on the picture below to be directed to the SchoolCash Online site. You will need your students id number to set up the account.
Sincerely,
Andrea Lagard
Principal
Watkins Middle School
Watkins Middle School
Email: watkins@cfisd.net
Website: https://watkins.cfisd.net/
Location: 4800 Cairnvillage Rd. Houston, TX
Phone: 281-463-5850
Facebook: : Watkins Cfisd
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