Huggins Community,

Happy New Year! I hope this edition of the Paw Print finds our Huggins Families well-rested and rejuvenated after a joyous winter break. The holiday season offers such a special opportunity to connect with family and friends, and I hope you were able to create meaningful memories during this time.

As we begin the new year, we are excited to welcome our Hounds back to school for what promises to be an exciting and productive second semester. We can’t wait to see our students’ bright smiles and hear all about their adventures and experiences over the break. Whether they traveled, stayed close to home, or tried something new, we can't wait to hear all about it!

Please remember that students will return to school on Wednesday, January 8th. As the weather forecast predicts colder temperatures, we ask that you ensure your child brings a jacket or other warm clothing to school. We want all of our students to stay comfortable and healthy as they transition back to their daily routines.

This semester, we are looking forward to continuing to support our students in achieving their academic goals, growing socially and emotionally, and exploring their unique talents and interests. Our dedicated teachers and staff are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can thrive.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and trust in our school. Together, we can ensure a successful and enriching experience for all of our students. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

Wishing you a wonderful start to the new year! We are so glad to have you back.

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.

No Innovative School Days this week.

Monday, January 6th: No School

Tuesday, January 7th: No School

Wednesday, January 8th: Students return, Semester Two begins,

Thursday, January 9th: Charger Spirit Day, Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Friday, January 10th : Huggins Spirit Day, Report Cards go home

Monday, January 13th: Roberts Middle School Course Selection Parent Information Presentation for Huggins Elementary 7:00pm-7:30pm

Wednesday, January 15th: Wear Orange for Fairness

Monday, January 20th: MLK Day - No School

Friday, January 24th: Spring and Group Picture Day

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

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)