Benfer Back to School Bulletin

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We are looking forward to seeing you all next week! Families will be allowed to walk their children into the building on the first 3 days of school (Wednesday-Friday). If you have any new neighbors with children, please make sure they are aware of the information in this back-to-school update.

August 1st-13th: Campus open for general questions & new student registration by appointment only

August 9th- Required Annual Update in Skyward Due Date

August 12th: 4:30PM -7 PM- Benfer Back-to-School Block Party (See flyer below for details)

August14th: 1st Day of School

We are looking forward to seeing our bobcats attend our Back-to-Benfer Block Party on Monday, August 12th. Please be aware of the following information prior to the event:

• Parking will be a bit challenging as we will have lots of attendees and the Strack parking lot has limited space. Please keep in mind that parking down by the Burger King parking lot is an option and you would be able to walk down the sidewalk to get to the entrance of the event.
• This year teachers will be sending emails to our families prior to the event which will inform you of your child(ren)'s homeroom teacher. This will save you time from standing in line to find out when you arrive. Be on the lookout!
• Doors will open at 4:30 PM, but access to teachers' classrooms will not be until 5:00 PM. You'll be able to meet teachers between 5:00-6:30 PM.

Doors open at 7:40 am

Breakfast Begins at 7:40 am

Students are tardy after 8:10 am

Dismissal begins at 3:25 pm

Dismissal ends at 3:40 pm

With an amazing 2024-2025 school year just around the corner, we want to make sure that all of our families are prepared before school starts. For anyone brand new to our Klein Family, please contact your child’s campus registrar to begin the enrollment process. We look forward to welcoming you to the Klein Family!

For our returning students and families, welcome back! We cannot wait to see you back on campus! Please make sure to complete the Annual Student Update. This is required for all current students in Klein ISD to ensure each student has a schedule and teachers assigned prior to the first day of school.

What is the Annual Student Update?

Every year, Klein ISD requires that families update student information for each enrolled child. Although many of our families have information that has not changed, for each student’s safety, it is required that information such as emergency contact information and more be reviewed and verified for each child.

Why do I need to complete the Annual Student Update?

Updating student information regularly is vital to ensure the accuracy of parent/guardian information, emergency contacts, phone numbers, address, etc. and allows the district and campus to respond in a timely and appropriate manner in case of an emergency, along with routine communication to keep families informed.

How do I complete the Returning Student Annual Update?

Information can be verified and updated in your Skyward Family Access Portal beginning July 22nd and lasting until August 9th, 2024. In order to log in to your Skyward Family Access Portal, please visit https://kleinisd.net/update and click the Skyward button. Once you log in to Skyward, select the Annual Student Information Update button. Included will be additional information regarding state testing, tutorials, and other pertinent information.

What if I need help with Skyward or have additional questions?

Until all staff return back to campus, please allow us to assist you through this email familyaccess@kleinisd.net to receive your Skyward Family Access account information. Your name, as well as your student’s name and campus, will be required to locate your account.

We look forward to a successful 2023-2024 school year with you all!

• Unfortunately, the date for buying school supplies has passed. Supply packs must be preordered so that we are able to get them assembled and delivered to our campus before the start of school. We may have a few extras available for each grade level, but you must get to the block party on time (August 12th at 4:30 PM) as they will be on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• Click HERE for School Supply Lists

Klein ISD students and families have an upgraded service for online school meal payments called SchoolCafé. Families can register now for your SchoolCafé account using these step-by-step instructions in English or instructions in Spanish.

Additionally, your SchoolCafé account gives you access to the new parent portal that allows families to manage students’ meal accounts, including:

• Managing and depositing funds for meal purchases
• Blocking a la carte purchases

Need more information, see the KISD Food and Nutrition Website!

Need to know info about your child's bus route to and from school. Follow this LINK to find out everything you need to know regarding bus transportation.

The PTO would like to invite all Pre-K, Kinder, 1st grade and any other parents of first-year students to join us for a light breakfast, meet and greet and Parent Panel Q&A. Just come to the Cafeteria after you drop your students off in their classrooms. We look forward to meeting you. Welcome to Benfer!

For the month of August the Benfer PTO will be hosting a backpack/supply drive to help some of our Bobcats who are unable to get their supplies. There will be a box at the school to drop off items or you can contact one of our Co-Presidents, Tiffany or Lizz about picking up donations. If you would like to make a monatary donation and let us do the shopping for you, you can also do that! We’re all in this together, let’s set our bobcats up for success!

It’s that time of year again to complete the annual Klein ISD volunteer registration. This is something you must renew every year in order to volunteer on campus or for field trips. You can scan the QR code or use the link below:

https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NDEzMTplbi1VUw==

Did you know that Benfer has a year round recycling program?

As we gear up for back to school with those new back to school wardrobes, make sure to drop off all your used clothing and other items at the bin located in the corner of the school parking lot. Benfer PTO receives part of the proceeds for your recycled items!

Website: https://benfer.kleinisd.net/

Location: 18027b Kuykendahl Road, Spring, TX, USA

Phone: 832-484-6000

Facebook: facebook.com/BenferKISD

PTO Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenferPTO