• School hours are 8:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
• Students may enter the building at 7:35 A.M.
• Tardies will be issued to students who arrive after 8:00 A.M. A parent or guardian must bring students inside the front office to sign tardy slips.
• Gates open at 7:00 a.m. for morning car rider drop-offs.
• Gates open at 3:00 p.m. for afternoon car rider pick-ups.

Each week, join us on the following days to celebrate school spirit and district/campus initiatives:

• Every Monday- Wear green or your "Start With Hello" shirt to celebrate kindness and inclusivity!
• Every Thursday- Wear your House colors!
  
• Every Friday- Wear Travis colors or your Travis spirit shirts/attire!

We are thrilled to announce that we've partnered with Country Gone Crazy to create exclusive t-shirts (in both youth and adult sizing) for each house in our new school-wide house system! If you are interested in ordering a shirt for yourself or your student(s), please go to the following link: https://countrygonecrazy.com/collections/tigers Orders can either be shipped to your home or picked up from the Country Gone Crazy storefront.

Week of March 3-7:

• Read Across America Week
• National School Breakfast Week

Monday, Mar. 3:

• Wear Green to Start With Hello!
• OR Wear a Mustache for Read Across America Week
• Math Interim Test (3rd-5th Grade)
• CAMPUS CLOSED TO VISITORS

Tuesday, Mar. 4:

• Wear a Hat for Read Across America Week

Wednesday, Mar. 5:

• Dress Wacky or Wear Wacky Socks for Read Across America Week
• Spring Picture Day (KG-2nd Grade & Life Skills)

Thursday, Mar. 6:

• Match with a Bestie for Read Across America Week
• Spring Picture Day (3rd-5th Grade, BIP, & SILC)
• Character Celebration in the Library (2-2:30 p.m.)

Friday, Mar. 7:

• Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day
• Wear pajamas for Read Across America Week
• HALF DAY / EARLY RELEASE (at 12:00 p.m.)
• End of the 3rd 9 Weeks

Week of Mar. 10-14:

• Spring Break / No School

Monday, Mar. 17:

• Wear Green to Start With Hello!
• St. Patrick's Day
• Beginning of 4th 9 Weeks
• STAAR Alt 2 Window Opens

Tuesday, Mar. 18:

• Social Worker Appreciation Day (Celebrate Ms. Reyes!)
• STEAM Town Meeting (3:30-5:30 p.m.)

• Paw Pack Meeting (3:30-4:30 p.m.)
• Talent Show Tryouts (3:30-5:00 p.m.)
• Grades Due for Report Card #3

Thursday, Mar. 20:

• Wear House Spirit Gear
• ELA CUA #2 (2nd Grade)
• Report Card #3 Available in Parent Portal
• Talent Show Tryouts (3:30-5:00 p.m.)

Friday, Mar. 21:

• Wear Travis Spirit Gear
• Wear Crazy Socks for Down Syndrome Awareness Day
• PTO Popcorn/Pickle Sales for $1.50 (During Lunches)

Week of Mar. 24-28:

• Book Fair Week

Monday, Mar. 24:

• Wear Green to Start With Hello!
• 3rd 9 Weeks Academic Celebrations in the Classroom
• District Anti-Bullying Meeting at Impact High School (5-6:00 p.m.)

Tuesday, Mar. 25:

• Eureka Math EOM 5 (1st Grade)
• ELA CUO (1st & 2nd Grade)
• ExxonMobil Quest for Less Program (2nd Grade)

Wednesday, Mar. 26:

• Tiger Stripe Store (During Lunches)

Thursday, Mar. 27:

• Wear House Spirit Gear
• CATCH + Literacy Family Night & Book Fair (5-6:30 p.m.)

Friday, Mar. 28:

• Wear Travis Spirit Gear
• Social Studies CUA (5th Grade)
• Cyber-Security Escape Room with ExxonMobil (5th Grade)
• PTO Popcorn/Pickle Sales for $1.50 (During Lunches)

Week of Mar. 31-Apr. 4:

• STAAR Dress Up Week

Monday, Mar. 31:

• Wear Green to Start With Hello
• OR Dress Like a Super Mario Character for STAAR Dress Up Week
• Family Training Session: Test Anxiety - Strategies & Resources (5-6:00 p.m.)

Scan the QR code OR click the image below to learn more about our guidelines, procedures, and other important information!

Parents have access to their students' grades throughout the year. Each grading period is divided into progress reporting periods and at the end of every nine weeks, teachers are required to report students' official grades on a report card.

Click here to access the report or log on to the district’s website at: www.gccisd.net, click the Parent Portal tab in the middle of the page, and sign in with your username and password if you are an existing user. New users will be asked to create an account.

Report Cards for the 3rd 9 Week grading period will be available in Parent Portal on Thursday, March 20.

March 3-7 is National School Breakfast Week! Did you know that GCCISD students receive FREE BREAKFAST?! Power up your student's day by making sure they get a delicious school breakfast each morning!

Check out these fun facts about school breakfast:

• The School Breakfast Program serves 12 million nutritious breakfasts to students across the country every single day! That’s 12 million chances to fuel up, focus, and thrive!
• There are countless benefits of school breakfast programs on student achievement.
• Kids are STRONGER with school breakfast! By fueling our children's bodies and minds, we empower them to reach their full potential.

We hope you join us in promoting the importance of starting the day right with school breakfast!

Please plan to join us for an enriching evening at our CATCH Math & Literacy Family Night on Thursday, March 27, from 5:00-6:30 p.m.! Each grade level will combine healthy habits with literacy to create exciting opportunities to show off how our Travis Tigers are #CATCHMVPs and #gcGIANTS. From basketball dribbling, hula hooping, obstacle courses, hopscotch, bean bag tosses, and relay races, to a special fitness session, this event is sure to be jam-packed with fun! PLUS, parents are welcome to stop in to the library to shop at our Book Fair during Family Night! We hope to see you there!!

Miss L. Stewart: We are proud to recognize Miss L. Stewart as our Paraprofessional of the Month for February! As a dedicated special education resource paraprofessional, Miss Stewart provides invaluable support to students by offering assistance and accommodations that help them thrive in the classroom. Her willingness to go above and beyond does not go unnoticed—she is always looking for ways to lend a helping hand and make a difference in the lives of both students and staff. Her dedication, compassion, and hard work truly set her apart, and we are grateful for all that she does! Thank you, Miss Stewart, for all that you do. We are so proud to call you a Travis Tiger!

Aileen: Third grader, Aileen M., was chosen as our Tiger Student of the Month for February! Aileen is a model student who exemplifies hard work, a love for learning, and kindness in everything she does. She approaches challenges with determination and always gives her best effort in the classroom. Beyond her academics, Aileen is a caring and selfless friend, always willing to help her classmates when they need support. Her positive attitude and dedication make her a wonderful role model, and we are so proud to celebrate her achievements! Keep up the amazing work, Aileen! We are so proud to call you a Travis Tiger!

Nurse Ellis: We are thrilled to recognize Nurse Ellis as our Staff Member of the Month for February! She is a phenomenal school nurse whose keen ability to recognize signs of illness in both students and staff has helped prevent many potentially serious situations from occurring. Her quick thinking, thorough evaluations, and dedication to follow-ups with parents and students demonstrate her unwavering commitment to our school community. Nurse Ellis consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone is cared for to the best of her abilities. We are so grateful for her compassion, expertise, and the positive impact she makes every day! Thank you for all your hard work, Nurse Ellis! We are all SO blessed to have you on our team at Travis, and we are proud to call you a Travis Tiger!

Travis Elementary is having a Talent Show at the end of the school year! It will be on May 19, 2025. If your child is interested in trying out, the tryout dates will be after school on Tuesday, March 18th and Thursday, March 20th; tryouts will end at 5:00 p.m.

Students in 2nd–5th grade are eligible to try out for the Talent Show. Students will audition in front of a small panel of judges. If selected, we will have 4 after school rehearsals on April 3rd, April 17th, May 1st, and May 15th until 4:45 p.m. each practice date.

There will be two performances on the 19th: the first will be for K-2nd grade, and the second performance will be for 3-5th grade. The selected students will perform at both.

• For auditioning: Students must bring their own supplies. Mr. Hinton will provide the sound system that can either Bluetooth to a device or CD player and the piano on stage.
• For the performance: A CD will be required to help the show run smoothly.

If your child intends on trying out for the talent show, please sign the bottom of the permission slip to agree to pick up your student on time, as well as if you give your student permission to stay after school and audition, on March 18th and 20th. Signed slips can be turned in to our Music teacher, Mr. Hinton. We will keep extra copies in the front office for anyone needing a new one. Permission slips are due Monday, Mar. 17th!

For questions, comments, or more information, email our Talent Show Director at Nathan.Hinton@gccisd.net.

The Spring Book Fair is Mar. 24th-28th!

Students will visit the Book Fair during the week with their class to browse or shop. Parents may shop the Book Fair with their student during their student's lunch or specials' times (if either time falls on an Open Fair time slot). The Book Fair will also be open to shop during our CATCH + Literacy Family Night for parents to shop! If you send money with your student, please be mindful to send enough to cover the tax for items purchased. You may also choose to set up an eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases!

If you can’t make it to the Fair, then you can shop at our school’s Online Book Fair. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Your online orders will also benefit our school!

Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet and online shopping:

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/traviselementaryschool

Please see the information below regarding when each homeroom will stop by the library to browse or shop the Book Fair!

During the week of the Book Fair, we will have Open Fair times that students will be able to go and shop. If your student's lunch and/or specials' times fall within an Open Fair time, parents may attend the Book Fair to shop with their child. Please see the Open Fair times below!

Replacement Policy

If a student loses their badge, it is important to purchase a replacement as soon as possible. We cannot begin working on replacing lost or damaged items until money is received to pay for the cost of the replacement. Replacement costs are as follows:

• $5 for a new ID badge
• $1 for a lanyard
• $1 for a badge case

We only accept cash for replacements. Please send or bring money for replacements to Ms. Cullum in the front office.

StopFinder Transportation App

StopFinder is an all-in-one parent app that allows our school district to share your student's transportation schedule, announcements, and more. Stopfinder is secure and only for registered users. GCCISD Transportation will send an invitation by email providing access to log in to the StopFinder app. Please make sure your student's primary contact information, including email, is updated at your student's campus. If you do not receive an invitation email, please contact our StopFinder Call Center/GCCISD Transportation Department at 281-420-4665. By accepting the invitation and downloading the StopFinder app (on the App Store or Google Play), you will be able to view your student's schedule from your mobile device, share student schedules with caregivers and family members, and view announcements and notifications in the StopFinder Message Center (including late bus alerts). Student ID badges are imperative for the app to work properly.

We appreciate your support and help in implementing this process and safety protocol for our Giants!

Spring has arrived, and so has the sun! Here are a few ways to keep your Tigers sun safe while outdoors:

• Wear protective clothing- Lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and long pants made from breathable fabric (like cotton or moisture-wicking materials) can provide excellent protection. Darker colors and tighter weaves block more UV rays than lighter, loosely woven fabrics. Look for clothing with a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating for extra sun protection.
• Stick to shaded areas- The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM. Encourage children to take breaks in shaded areas, under trees, or in canopies whenever possible. If spending extended time outdoors, consider bringing a beach umbrella or pop-up tent for additional shade.
• Use wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses- A wide-brimmed hat (at least 3 inches wide) shields the face, ears, and neck from the sun. Baseball caps are popular but don’t provide full protection, so consider a cap with a neck flap or have children wear sunscreen on exposed areas. UV-blocking sunglasses protect young eyes from harmful rays, reducing the risk of long-term eye damage.
• Apply sunscreen- Before heading outside, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to all exposed skin. Be sure to cover easy-to-miss spots like the ears, back of the neck, and tops of the feet. Sunscreen should be applied about 15–30 minutes before sun exposure and reapplied every two hours, or more often if swimming or sweating.
• Stay hydrated- Sun exposure and heat can lead to dehydration quickly. Ensure children drink plenty of water before, during, and after outdoor activities. Pack a reusable water bottle and encourage frequent sips, especially if they’re running around or playing sports. Avoid sugary drinks and soda, which can contribute to dehydration.
• Be extra cautious near water, sand, and pavement- Water, sand, and concrete reflect and intensify UV rays, increasing the risk of sunburn. Children playing near pools, lakes, or playgrounds should have sunscreen reapplied more frequently and take extra precautions, such as wearing rash guards or sun shirts for additional protection.
• Teach sun safety habits- Help children develop lifelong sun-safe habits by modeling good behavior. Show them how to apply sunscreen properly, encourage wearing hats and sunglasses, and remind them to seek shade when needed. Making sun protection a routine part of their outdoor activities will help them stay safe in the long run.

By following these sun safety tips, parents can help ensure their children stay protected while having fun outdoors! 🌞😎

Join us on Monday, March 31, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the Travis Library for an informative session on test anxiety. Our counselor (Ms. Erickson), Community Youth Services Specialist (Ms. Reyes), and Student Success Specialist (Ms. Guilbeau) will guide parents through understanding what test anxiety is, how to recognize it in their child, and practical strategies to help ease their student’s stress. With state assessments beginning in April, this session will provide valuable resources and take-home tools to support students in feeling more confident and prepared.

Students are welcome to attend with their parents.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We invite our neighbors to enjoy a fresh selection of fruits and vegetables for their households while supplies last. Time may vary. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Background checks must be completed every school year for any adult wanting to volunteer or attend school events. If you have not completed a new background check for this school year, please click the link below to complete a new one and have it submitted in time for our upcoming events in December (such as holiday parties, field trips, etc.). Please remember that adults who submit a background check to attend events or volunteer must also be on each student's contact list that they plan to attend events for.

• Link for background check: https://teams.gccisd.net/volunteer/EntryPointHomeAction.do
• Link to add a contact: https://teams.gccisd.net/registration/#!login

For detailed instructions on how to add someone as a contact, view the document attached to this post. You will want to complete steps 1-4 and then click "next" until you get to the very last screen, where you will then click "confirm registration." (***BEFORE CONFIRMING REGISTRATION: If your student has a photo objection and consequently cannot be posted on our Travis Elementary social media pages, you can review step 7 of the attached document and then uncheck the boxes to remove their photo objection. This will allow us the option to take pictures during events and celebrations and post them to the Travis Facebook and Instagram pages.)

Once a background check has been submitted and the adult has been added to each student's contact list (if applicable), you may send Ms. Guilbeau a message on ParentSquare to be on the lookout for the background check to clear in our GCCISD system. After it does, she will send a ParentSquare message to you to let you know.

Thank you for your continued involvement in your child's educational journey! We are grateful to have each one of you as part of our Tiger Family.

• Week of Mar. 31-Apr. 4: STAAR Dress Up Week
• Thursday, Apr. 3: Paraprofessionals Day
• Week of Apr. 7-11: Assistant Principals Week
• Thursday, Apr. 10: ELA STAAR Test for 3rd-5th Graders; CAMPUS CLOSED TO VISITORS
• Thursday, Apr. 17: Science STAAR Test for 5th Graders; CAMPUS CLOSED TO VISITORS; Kindergarten Field Trip
• Thursday, Apr. 24: Math STAAR Test for 3rd-5th Graders; CAMPUS CLOSED TO VISITORS

Call Hearts and Hands of Baytown for an appointment at 832-597-8908 to help you apply for state benefits! The Community Assistance Program provides application assistance for SNAP, TANF, CHIP, CHIP Perinatal, Medicaid, the Medicare Health Savings Program, and the Healthy Texas Women Program. Check out the flyer below for more information!

-Car Rider Drop-Offs & Pick-Ups: Students being dropped off in the morning as car riders must enter through the Caldwell Street entrance (by the tennis courts). Please see the picture below for more details. The front school entrance from Robin Rd. is for busses and special education (SILC/Life Skills/BIP) drop-offs ONLY. This also applies to afternoon dismissal; students who are car riders must be picked up from the entrance closest to the cafeteria by entering the line from Caldwell St. Gates for afternoon dismissal will open at 3:00 p.m. for parents to begin forming a pick-up line. Please remember to have your child's car tag displayed and visible on your windshield for a more efficient dismissal process. If you forgot your car tag at home or do not yet have a car tag, you must park and go to the front office with your I.D. to pick up your student. Be sure to ask for a car tag if one is needed.

-Bus Rider Information: Stopfinder is an all-in-one parent app that allows our school district to share your student's transportation schedule, announcements, and more. Stopfinder is secure and only for registered users. GCCISD Transportation will send an invitation by email providing access to log in to the Stopfinder app. Please make sure your student's primary contact information, including email, is updated at your student's campus. If you do not receive an invitation email, please contact our Stopfinder Call Center/GCCISD Transportation Department at 281-420-4665. By accepting the invitation and downloading the Stopfinder app (on the App Store or Google Play), you will be able to view your student's schedule from your mobile device, share student schedules with caregivers and family members, and view announcements and notifications in the Stopfinder Message Center (including late bus alerts).

The Dads of Great Students (WATCH D.O.G.S.) program is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement organizations in the country. WATCH D.O.G.S. is a family and community engagement educational initiative designed and developed by educators, experts, and parent volunteers over more than two decades. Our program helps provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important. Meanwhile, we provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security, reduce bullying, and provide a greater sense of campus safety--allowing students and teachers to focus on learning.

Fathers, grandfathers, step-fathers, uncles, and other father-figures serving at least one day on campus each year under the leadership of a program coordinator (Mrs. Guilbeau) and under the guidance of a school principal or designated administrator.

We want to remind and encourage ALL GCCISD families to complete the Free or Reduced Lunch Application. An application must be completed each year. If you have not already done so, please use the link below to fill out the application.

Absences, Tardies, and Early Dismissals:

• All excuses must be in writing (verbal not accepted).
• Illness and extenuating circumstances are the only excusable absences.
• 10 parent written excuses are allowed in one year.
• You have 3 days from the date of the absence to turn in a parent written excuse.
• Excuses issued by a doctor are accepted at anytime after absence.
• 6 tardies equal 1 unexcused absence.
• You are allowed only 15 early dismissals in a year.
• 6 unexcused absences warrants a referral to Harris County Court.

When you accumulate 3 unexcused absences you will:

• Receive a court warming to notify you that you are being monitored.
• Receive a phone call from the school.
• Be asked to make an appointment for a school visit or home visit to sign an attendance contract and discuss ways to prevent a court referral.

Any questions regarding attendance can be made to the Attendance Clerk (Ms. Rosas), the Office Clerk (Ms. Jimenez), or the Campus Student Success Specialist (Ms. Guilbeau) at 281-420-4660.

We love celebrating the accomplishments of our students. We will post pictures on our social media accounts, website (campus and district), newsletters, yearbook, and etc.

• To have your student's picture in the above forms of publications, you need to allow us to take and publish the pictures.
• Permission is granted by you during online student registration.

• During online student registration, it is common for mistakes to be made that prevent us from taking photos of students.
• You should NOT have the box selected that objects to directory information. The highlighted section below is the section that should not be selected.

Goose Creek CISD uses ParentSquare for school communication, primarily with email, text and app notifications. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified.

Here’s what you can do with ParentSquare:

• Receive messages from the school via email, text or app notification
• Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6pm
• Communicate in your preferred language
• Comment on school postings to engage with your school community
• Direct message teachers, staff and other parents
• Participate in group messages
• Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
• Sign forms & permission slips, receive report cards, sign up to volunteer and more all from your desktop or mobile device

Email: megan.guilbeau@gccisd.net
Website: www.gccisd.net/travis
Location: 100 Robin Road, Baytown, TX, USA
Phone: 281-420-4660
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/traviselementarybaytown