

AHS BULLDOGS COMMUNITY NEWS
3434 Pheasant Creek Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Fall 2024, Volume 16-Holiday Edition
Student Winter Break: December 23rd- January 8th
Classes Resume on Thursday, January 9th
Staff Recognition
Teacher of the month
Para of the Month
AHS DAWGS of the Week!
Class of 2025
Senior Feed: Upcoming Events and Activities
Senior Package is live on RevTrak!
Make plans to start paying on your Senior Package and save money. Payments can be made in installments. $70 down by December 1st. Then $70 December 15th, January 1st, and January 15th. Purchase deadline is January 30, 2025.
Get Your Yearbook Ads Today!
Creating a yearbook recognition ad is easy! Simply go online to www.jostens.com/yearbookads, create an account or login, and use the yearbook ads designer to create your perfect ad. Payment is also online, and payment plans are available for orders over $30.
Senior Fundraiser with ProGrad
Smile with Santa and support this fundraiser for our seniors! HO-HO-HO!!!
From the Counseling Corner...
Save the Dates!
Gifted and Talented Newsletter
Click the link below to access the G/T Newsletter!
College, Career, and Military Readiness Updates
AVID Applications are Open. Apply Today!
Complete the AVID Application Link below:
Check Out These Scholarship Opportunities!
BSU TRIP to City Hall
Black Student Union members from FBISD’s Stephen F. Austin High School recently visited the Feels Like Home-Nigerian Cultural Exhibit and tour of Houston City Hall for a significant learning experience. Scholars networked and engaged with executives and directors from the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (Ms. Necole S. Irvin, Ms. Joharra Jackson), and We Lead International (Ms. Linda Anukwuem). Students also interacted with featured artist, Gbenga Ayeni for a deeper glimpse into traditional, cultural, and classical models that inspire his renowned work. Students also learned about historical and contemporary individuals instrumental in establishing and maintaining City Hall. This event embraces students’ identity development and supports their growth as global citizens.
Thank you Ms. Minter and Ms. Hill-Kennedy for leading the students towards an historical experience!
Mu Alpha Theta advances to the Semi-Finals
Congratulations to Ms. Nicholson and Mu Alpha Theta!
Three of our Mu Alpha Theta teams have advanced to the semi-finals of the "Modeling the Future" challenge! Way to go Bulldogs!
AHS Team 4
Nidhi Patel
Rodiyah Adewumi
Tanisha Desai
Amoli Maniar
AHS Team 5
Nathan Nguyen
Nnadubem Diala
AHS Team 6
Precious Ukah
Ashley O' Reilly
Tamera Henry
E-Sports Gamers Interest Meeting
E-SPORTS Interest Meeting
Starting this spring semester, we are launching a brand-new Esports Club! If you love gaming and want to compete in a fun and supportive environment, this is the club for you. The Esports Club will meet twice a week after school, where you'll get to practice, compete, and learn all about the world of competitive gaming. It's a great way to develop your strategic thinking, teamwork skills, and earn scholarships for college. If you're interested in joining or want more information , you can scan the QRCode below or click here.
Interested in Softball? Come to Tryouts
Don't Say His Name, but See the Production
Parent Involvement increases Student Success!
Safety First!
Sandy Hook Promise
Know the Signs: You can prevent gun violence and other harmful acts. Learn and share the warning signs from Sandy Hook Promise.
https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/blog/student-resources/know-the-signs-of-gun-violence/
Things We All Need to Know...Cell Phone, Dress Code and Laptop Policies
HOUSE BILL 114 VAPING LAW
Dear FBISD parents and guardians,
On September 1, 2023, House Bill 114 (HB 114), will go into effect to address the serious issue of vaping/e-cigarette use among students. Under this law, any student found in possession of any kind of vaping/e-cigarette device on a campus or at a school-related activity including bus transportation, will face disciplinary consequences including a placement in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP)*.
FBISD assures you that the district is committed to providing a supportive climate and safe learning environment that promotes students in accepting responsibility for their learning and behavior.
To be proactive, here are the ways your student might be impacted by the new law:
- If your student possesses an e-cigarette (even if it contains nothing) or any component, part or accessory for any vaping device while on school grounds or at a school-related event, they will be recommended for a mandatory placement in DAEP.
- When receiving disciplinary consequences for this offense, your student is not able to participate in any school activities. Furthermore, they may face removal from specific student clubs or organizations as stipulated by each organization's rules and regulations.
- Students with offenses that qualify for DAEP placement are not eligible for final exam exemptions for that school year.
Please speak with your student about the dangers of vaping and the new law. If your student is struggling with substance abuse, including vaping addiction or peer pressure to engage in these activities, FBISD counseling services are available to provide supports and resources to address such challenges.
As partners, FBISD and parents can work together to ensure student success. Thank you for your cooperation and support. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your campus directly.
* Based on DAEP program capacity, students may be placed in a campus-based discipline program.
AHS TARDY POLICY
#AttendanceMatters and Tardies Count: Please encourage your child to arrive to all classes on time. The following consequences are issued as a result of excessive tardies.
STUDENT DROP-OFF
Dear AHS Parents,
Welcome back to another Exciting Year at Austin High School, Home of The Bulldogs!!
We would like to share some information with you regarding Morning Student Drop-Off.
The best time to drop your student off at AHS with little to no traffic is usually between 7:00 AM and 7:15 AM. After 7:15 AM the traffic flow becomes heavy and students risk being late to 1st period.
Areas for Drop-Off: Front Circle and Student Parking Lot Area (Northside of the Building)
Please Do Not Attempt To Drop Your Student Off on The Bus Ramp Side of the Building, That is Not Allowed, this area is for School Vehicles and School Personnel Only!
Please Drive Safe and Have A Great Bulldog Day!!
STUDENT PARKING PERMITS
Seniors & Juniors:
Spring parking passes are available for purchase, Senior students will have the opportunity to purchase Preferred Parking for $75; all other student parking (for both Seniors & Juniors) will cost $50.
To purchase parking, all seniors and juniors must have:
- Completed the online application
- A Valid Texas Driver's License
- Valid Insurance showing the student's name as an insured driver
- No outstanding fines on the AHS Fine List
- Must be on record as a Junior/Senior by January 2025
Students who have purchased their parking permits for the 2024-245 school year can come and pick them up in Office 108 during your lunch time.
Students who don't pick up their permits before school starts should not drive to school until they have their permit!
To pick your permit up, you must bring:
- a copy of the 2024-25 Student Parking Rules & Regulations (signed by a parent or guardian); and
- a photocopy of your receipt.
AHS ATHLETICS
Are you ready for some basketball, golf, soccer, baseball and track?!?! Spring sports are beginning! We invite all parents and community members to come and support our Bulldogs in elevating our school pride! Please see the schedules below for dates and locations. We look forward to seeing you there!
Fun and Festive Fun in the Fall
Dress in Your Festive Best during December Dress Up
Celebrating 30 Years at the Dawg Pound!
About AHS
Email: adaun.udechukwu@fortbendisd.com
Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/ahs
Location: 3434 Pheasant Creek Drive, Sugar Land, TX, USA
Phone: 281-634-2000
Twitter: @AHSBulldogs