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Happy Friday Redhawk Families,

October is here, and with it comes the beauty of fall and a full calendar of exciting events at school! From festive activities like our Family Storybook Pumpkins to special days, there is so much to look forward to-please keep an eye on important dates so you don’t miss out.

I continue to be so impressed by the learning and engagement happening in every classroom. Our students are curious, focused and full of energy-it is a joy to see each day.

From one of my favorite childhood books, Anne of Green Gables said, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers”. It is the perfect season for new beginnings and joyful learning.

Soaring together,

Mrs. Bickham

1. Individual Fall Picture Day is Monday, October 6! Come dressed to impress on Monday!
2. Next week is College Week! Students are welcome to wear college shirts or colors all week next week.
3. Please do not forget that Friday, October 10 is a Teacher Work Day, and October 13 & October 14 are Student/Staff holidays. Enjoy your extended weekend Redhawk Families!

• Book-Tober - Every Friday in October
• October 6-10 - College Week
• Monday, October 6 - Individual Fall Picture Day
• October 7-8 - Vision & Hearing Screening
• Thursday, October 9 - Garden Day - 3rd Grade
• Friday, October 10 - Teacher Work Day - No School for Students
• October 13-14 - Staff & Student Holidays - No School
• October 15-29 - Storybook Pumpkin Characters in Library
• October 20-24 - Penny Wars!
• Monday, October 20 - Garden Day - 5th Grade
• Wednesday, October 22 - CFISD 3rd-8th Curriculum Expo @ Berry Center 6-8p
• Friday, October 24 - Kindergarten Fire Truck Visit
• Friday, October 24 - Spirit Shop during All Lunches

This school year we are going LIVE with our Digital Lost & Found!

Order your FALL spirit wear using the link below. Order by October 21st and items will be delivered to your student's classroom by November 14th. 100% of proceeds made by the PTO directly support Rennell. THERE WILL NOT BE ANOTHER STORE OPENING FOR THESE ITEMS. THIS IS YOUR ONLY CHANCE TO PURCHASE THESE DESIGNS THIS YEAR!

https://gogandy.com/rennell-pto-fall-spirit-wear-store-25

CFISD is excited to host a Curriculum Expo showcasing all of the unique course offerings that await students in CFISD! Families of students in grades 3-8 are invited to explore instructional offerings, discover extracurricular programs, and learn about certifications and college credit options that students encounter on their path to amazing in CFISD. Join us on October 22nd from 6-8 PM at the Berry Center (98877 Barker Cypress Rd, Cypress, TX 77433).

Please note: the Berry Center's clear bag policy will be in effect.

Please visit the Counselor Corner for information below about October guidance lessons, parental controls to enhance digital safety, and the 5th grade parent info presentation if you missed it!

Registration for Gifted and Talented testing opens Monday, August 18th.

If you are seeking Gifted and Talented testing for your student in grades 1st-5th, please see the linked flyer below with step by step instructions. GT testing registration closes Friday, November 21st.

*All kindergarten students will be automatically screened for the GT Program.*

Please be advised of the process for choosing campus representatives for the district HORIZONS Parent Advisory Committee (HPAC) . The 2025 - 2026 HORIZONS Parent Advisory Committee comprised of parents/guardians of gifted and talented students will be formed using the district’s committee application. One representative will be chosen from each campus. ONLINE application is September 30, 2025.

HORIZONS Parent Advisory Committee (HPAC):

• Meet with district staff and representatives from other campuses two times per year (virtual)
• Discuss issues of interest for parents/guardians of students identified as gifted and talented
• Share useful district information with campuses and the community
• Disseminate district information and provide valuable input to maintain quality education for gifted and talented students in the school community

Additional information regarding the HORIZONS program may be found by accessing the CFISD District webpage at the following link: https://www.cfisd.net/academics/special-programs-resources/horizons-gifted-talented

September 30 and October 1 - 4-8PM - Chuck–e-Cheese Copperfield - where students can redeem their free play cards and the highest grossing class from the fundraiser can redeem their pizza party!

October 27 - 5-8PM - Chick-fil-a Towne Lake

November 11 - 5-8PM - Spring Creek BBQ

Did you know that our fabulous PTO has a calendar which has ALL of our school dates AND ALL of the PTO volunteer dates ALL IN ONE PLACE?!?! You do not even have to be a PTO member to subscribe! Click on this link to see the calendar and even SUBSCRIBE and add the dates to your calendar if you want!

If you are the legal parent or guardian of a CFISD student, you can access your

student's library information. You have the option to view all materials available in

the campus library, materials checked out to your student(s), view checkout history

from the previous and current school year, and block/unblock specific library materials.