AHS BULLDOGS COMMUNITY NEWS
3434 Pheasant Creek Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77498
Fall 2024, Volume 10
October is National Principals Month!
Celebrating Ms. Cortez, National Boss Day, October 16th!
AHS Staff Members of the Month!
Teacher of the Month
Paraprofessional of the Month
DAWGs of the Week!!!!
October 21 - 25, 2024
Anis Safay is this week’s Freshman Dawg of the Week, displaying he is Determined for Greatness. He is a hard worker who is among the best in one of his classes.
The Sophomore Dawg of the Week is Faizan Ali. Because he is always there for others and cleans up lunch trash, he demonstrates that he is Accountable for One’s Actions.
Sophia Abulaish is the Junior Dawg of the Week. Sophia is a Successful Collaborator. She always works with others well and she goes to people who have no one to sit with at lunch and she invites them to sit with her.
And Seniors are represented by Mehdi Zaidi as Dawg of the Week. Mehdi is Determined for Greatness by helping other students.
We Have a Date!!!
This Week at AHS...
College, Career, and Military Readiness Updates
Program Spotlight: AVID
AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society.
AHS AVID students are leaders. On October 16th, AVID read to students at Oyster Creek Elementary School. Huge thanks to Quart Graves from the Greatwood Chick-fil-A who sponsored Austin High School to participate in Chick-fil-A Leader Academy 2024-25!
In the past 10 years, over 200,000 students have been equipped to become leaders in their communities through our innovative curriculum. Thanks to the generosity of our local Chick-fil-A.
Want to know more? Contact Ms. Minter, AHS AVID Coordinator
Teaching is an art. AVID energizes and refreshes teachers by providing effective approaches to engage students. Here is the approach our AVID teachers are learning to implement in their classrooms that we are working to imbed campus-wide.
Encore AHS Drama for the Fall Production of Steel Magnolias!
Boys Basketball Tryouts - October 25th and 26th
Schedule Today; Capture Your Senior Memories
Parent Involvement increases Student Success!
The FBEF Sugar Shindig is October 25th!
News Around the Community
Take advantage of this special offer from FBEF partner, Group 1 Automotive! When you register with the Group 1 Automotive VIP Services Partner Program, you’ll receive special perks to enhance your car-buying experience. Plus, $100 goes to the Foundation with every purchase made! Learn more at: https://www.group1auto.com/vip-services
Things We All Need to Know...Cell Phone, Dress Code and Laptop Policies
Textbook Information
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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:
As we return for the 2024-25 School Year, 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 August 2024
Students who have purchased their parking permits for the 2024-245 school year can come and pick them up on Wednesday, August 7, 2023 in Office 108 between 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
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 FALL ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES
Are you ready for some football, volleyball, and water polo?!?! Their seasons have begun! 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!
AHS 2024 Football Schedule
AHS 2024 Volleyball Schedule
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