Bulldog Bulletin

Dear Bulldog Parents,

We want to express our sincere gratitude to all the families who joined us for our 2nd Annual Academic Night! It was wonderful to see so many of you experiencing firsthand what your students are learning in the classroom. We hope you enjoyed the hotdogs and the opportunity to connect with our teachers.

We're excited to invite you and your students to our Electives Fair on Tuesday, February 11th! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore the diverse range of elective courses available and discover new interests. Students will be able to interact directly with teachers and get a firsthand look at what each elective entails, helping them make informed decisions about their academic pathway.

• Current 6th & 7th Graders: 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
• Current 5th Graders (Next Year's 6th Graders): 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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We're also thrilled to share some positive news regarding student behavior. As of January 31, 2025, our discipline incidents have decreased by over 52%! We attribute this success to the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) this year. Our students are learning to take accountability for their actions and are earning positive rewards for their good behavior.

Regarding water bottles, we appreciate your understanding and cooperation. To ensure the safety of all students, we have recently asked students to bring only clear plastic water bottles to school. We understand that many students enjoy using their colorful Yeti and Stanley cups, but unfortunately, some have misused them, creating a safety concern. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but student safety is always our top priority.

A reminder that we have two upcoming holidays: Friday, February 14th, and Monday, February 17th. Please ensure your students remain home on these days.

Finally, the next three months will fly by! Please mark your calendars for the end of the current grading period on March 7th, which will be followed by Spring Break from March 10th-14th.

We look forward to seeing you at the Electives Fair!

Sincerely,

Andrea Lagard

We will take all STAAR assessments in the month of April. 6th and 7th grade only take Math and Reading; 8th graders take Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies. Algebra students will take their End of Course exam during this time.

All tickets can be purchased online. No cash sales.

The best instruction is first time instruction, and first time instruction can only happen when your student is at school. Unless ill, please have your student attend school on time and stay all day. Upcoming days off for students are : Monday, 1/20, Friday, 2/14 and Monday, 2/17.

A big thank you to the following volunteers for your support!

Janie Brooks

Tiffany Jackson

Rebecca Golden

Rose Shampoo

Mr. & Mrs. Neuls

Are you interested in volunteering at Watkins?

If your answer is yes, please click the link below and complete the short form to sign up. Once the form is completed, you will recieve emails with volunteer opportunities.

https://forms.gle/WmzmVH2RceGFfG5q6

Thank you for your continued support!

CFISD introduces an easier way to anonymously submit safety tips. If you see something, say something—Text a Tip!

Text “CFISD” to 738477 to receive a link to our anonymous tip form. Msg frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply.

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.

Car rider/Walker parents – To keep our students safe in the road and our drive, please follow the directions of our staff and our safety “No Drop” Zone. Expectations during arrival and dismissal times:

-Do not let your student out of your vehicle in the street. Find a curb to park by or enter into our Car Rider line to drop your student off at the front of the school. Even if the flow of traffic has stopped, do not let your student out of your vehicle.

-Do not park within the cones; this is our No Drop Zone to keep our staff’s line of sight clear to safely cross our walkers.

-Right turns only (in and out of our drive).

-Drive slowly.

-Have patience. Our staff strives to be efficient, but safe when our students are moving throughout the streets and drive.

Dress Code Policy

Click the picture to be directed to the site and purchase your backpack today!

Use the code WATKINS to receive a 15% discount. All backpacks purchased from here will receive full warranty for this school year.

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

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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