
Gator Family Newsletter
February 5, 2025
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Contact Information
Marge Loucks, Assistant Principal
Melissa Bernu, Counselor
Mission: Glen Loch Elementary ensures high levels of learning for each student creating confident, independent and successful learners of the community.
Vision: At Glen Loch, we provide a safe, supportive environment that nurtures each child's potential, fosters growth, and celebrates individuality to help each Gator thrive.
#GrowingBetterTogether
#AllMeansALL
#BeTheGatorWay
Email: ContactGlenLoch@ConroeISD.net
Website: GlenLoch.ConroeISD.net
Location: 27505 Glen Loch Drive, The Woodlands, TX, USA
Phone: 281-298-4900
Facebook: facebook.com/GlenLochCISD
Twitter: @GlenLochCISD
Friday, February 14th is a school holiday.
Monday, February 17th is also a school holiday.
See you Tuesday!
Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Award Winners!!
Jaqueline Palacios - Rising Star
Tiffany Russell - Humanitarian of the Year
Lindsey Tidwell - Teacher of the Year
James and Ashley Corn - Friend of Education
Proper Footwear for P.E.
Gator families,
Your child's safety remains a top priority at Glen Loch throughout the school day. Proper footwear is essential for physical activity. Shoes like flip-flops, open-toed shoes, crocs (even in sports mode), sandals, boots and high heels used for physical activity could result in injuries due to the foot being allowed to move excessively in the shoe or come out of the shoe.
Students can absolutely bring a pair of tennis shoes to change into for P.E. and/or recess.
Thank you so much for helping us keep your Gators safe and healthy!
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS - Save the Dates
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS - Save the Dates
Hidden in Plain Sight (Current Alcohol, Drug, and Concealment Trends & Identifiers)
Registration Required!
In Person: Thursday, March 20, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ADULTS ONLY)
Yearbook
2024 Federal Report Card and Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
Glen Loch's 2024 Federal Report Card and Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) is now posted on our school's profile page. The Federal Report Card and TAPR can both be accessed using the following steps:
From your Glen Loch's website:
- Go to "Our School/Campus"
Click “View School Profile"
Select “Accountability Reports”
Click “2023-2024"
Select "Texas Academic Performance Report" or "Federal Report Card"
Glen Loch's 'unofficial' accountability rating for the 23-24 school year: B
Special Education
Cell Phone and Smart Watch Procedure
- Cell phones and smartwatches may be used respectfully and responsibly before school and after school.
- Cell phones and smartwatches should not be used to capture video, audio, or images at school or on the bus.
- Cell phones and smartwatches should be set on silent mode and kept in backpacks and should not be visible during school hours including instructional time, reward time, free time, lunch, and in the hallways.
- Use of cell phones and smartwatches may be permitted in extenuating circumstances with permission from a staff member. (ex. to notify parent/ guardian of a late bus)
What's Going on at Glen Loch
Dates are subject to change! Click on picture for printable PDF!
Grade Level Websites
Clinic
Dental Health Awareness Month
February is dental health month and a healthy mouth is very important for a healthy body! Help keep your kids’ mouths in tip-top shape by:
· Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
· Flossing daily
· Limiting sugary drinks
· Replacing your toothbrush every 3-4 months or when bristles become frayed and worn
· Visiting the dentist 2 times a year for a cleaning and checkup
We love seeing happy, healthy smiles! If you need any assistance with dental supplies or finding a dentist, please contact the clinic.
Flu Season
As we come into the cold and flu season, remembering these simple tips to teach and share with your children can help prevent the spread of illnesses.
● Cover your cough and sneeze
● Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
● Wash your hands frequently
● Stay home when you are sick
● Get the flu vaccine
As a reminder, per CISD policy, students should be diarrhea, vomit, and fever free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school. Please contact the clinic with any questions.
Attendance Matters!
Did You Know?
- Starting in preschool and kindergarten, too many absences can cause a child to fall behind in school.
- Missing 10% or about 2 days of school each month over the course of a school year can make it harder to learn to read.
- Students can still fall behind if they miss one or two days every few weeks.
- Being late to school or leaving school early lead to poor attendance.
- Absences and tardiness can affect the whole classroom if the teacher has to slow down learning to help children catch up.
Counselor's Corner
Assistance Request
Mrs. Bernu, our counselor, is here to help your family with school supplies, weekend meals, Thanksgiving, Christmas and other needs that may arise during the school year.
In order to sign up to receive assistance please click HERE.
District Guidance and Counseling
Human Trafficking Prevention Month
As a reminder, January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. TEA encourages us to share information and resources to increase awareness in our schools and communities. Each school shall post warning signs at conspicuous places reasonably likely to be viewed by all persons entering the premises (TAC 61.1053 (b)). Examples could be placing the poster in the entryway or front office where many people can see it. Many campuses may already have a poster, if not the links below have three sample signs that may be used.
https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/ht-color-block-sign-8x11.pdf
https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/ht-gen-street-sign-8x11.pdf
https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/ht-perimeter-stop-sign-12x18.pdf
Here is our toolkit with additional resources, including social media posts: Human Trafficking Awareness Toolkit.
We LOVE Our Volunteers!
We truly appreciate the spirit and dedication of our volunteers! Your willingness to contribute your time and skills creates a positive impact that resonates throughout our entire school community. Volunteering offers a unique opportunity to make a difference, connect with like-minded individuals, and gain new experiences in a supportive environment. Whether you're looking to lend a hand in organizing events, support our classrooms and teachers, or share your expertise in a specific area, your contribution will be invaluable.
If you're inspired to contribute and be a part of our school community on another level, we would love to have you on board! The first step to volunteer is to go through the CISD volunteer check by clicking here. This check is good for one school year and must be done in July for the upcoming school year. You can keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities in the Fall! Let's work together to create a positive impact and strengthen our school community.
Just a Note From PTO
- Please CLICK HERE to sign up for the PTO newsletter
- Keep up to date with the most up to date information on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/GlenLochElementaryPTO
- Also, if you shop on AMAZON, Glen Loch PTO can get a kickback if you sign into your normal Amazon account at smile.amazon.com and search for Glen Loch Parent-Teacher Organization, then activate on your app through Settings – amazon smile or shop at smile.amazon.com
Community Events
Lunch Visitors
Lunch times are as follows: 10:55 - 3rd/4th Grades, 11:30 - 1st/2nd Grades, 12:05 - PK/KG
NEW Arrival Procedure for Car Line
***New Traffic Flow Procedure Effective: Wednesday, November 6th***
To address the current traffic congestion during morning arrival times, we have implemented a new procedure designed to streamline vehicle movement and reduce delays. Our primary concern is the issue of vehicles turning right into the car rider line and not allowing left-turn traffic to merge, resulting in a traffic bottleneck. We no longer will allow left hand turns into the school from vehicles coming from the Tanglebrush side. This is similar to our afternoon car rider line procedure.
Just a few tips:
- When entering, you will enter through the Glen Loch driveway, not the church driveway. We have students that walk in the morning and it is not safe to have you loop around like we do in the afternoons.
- When exiting, buses have specific routes they have to drive, so they may take a left hand turn. All other vehicles will need to take a right hand turn out of Glen Loch onto Glen Loch Drive.
- When cutting through neighborhoods, please be sure to be respectful and adhere to the posted speed limit signs. This is for the safety of those children who walk to or from school and all other families..
- Be courteous to fellow drivers and allow smooth merging where necessary.
By following these guidelines, we hope to create a more pleasant and efficient morning routine for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in helping us improve traffic flow and ensure the safety and well-being of our community.
Thank you for your continued support!
Mrs. Smith
11/2024
Stay Connected!
Parent Portal
Please click Parent/Portal Directions for instructions or o to Conroe ISD's Website, then Parents/Students to access the link to the Parent Portal. To access the Parent Portal, navigate to http://parents.conroeisd.net.
We hope that you enjoy this transition to a new and convenient platform!
Plan Ahead for 2025 - 2026 School Year!
The Conroe Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information about Title IX rights or Section 504/ADA rights, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA coordinator at 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, TX 77304; (936) 709-7752.