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What an amazing start to the school year! It has been wonderful having our Crippen Astronauts and their smiling faces back on campus. Our classrooms and hallways are once again filled with energy, laughter, and learning, and we are so excited about the year ahead.

During these first few weeks, our teachers are working hard to build strong relationships, teach routines and procedures, and set clear expectations for a successful school year. These early days are so important because they help create the safe, supportive learning environment our students need to grow and thrive.

Parents, you are an important part of this work too! As you talk with your child about their day, try going beyond, "How was school today?" Ask questions such as, "How did you show kindness to someone today?" "How did you help a teacher or classmate?" "Show me something you learned today." or "What is something you are proud of today?" These conversations help our students understand that how they treat others and how they approach their learning both matter.

At Crippen, we are working to build a community where kindness, hard work, and supporting one another are simply part of who we are. Our goal is to grow Astronauts who SOAR academically, socially, and emotionally and who know that they can do hard things!

There is also lots of excitement ahead! We will be announcing our Student House Leaders very soon, and several clubs and student opportunities will begin in the coming weeks. We cannot wait to see our students find new ways to connect, lead, serve, and shine.

We are excited for this new school year and all the joy, growth, and learning it will bring. Thank you for partnering with us as we help every Crippen Astronaut reach for the stars and SOAR!

Ms. Brent

Principal, Crippen Elementary 🚀

• 14th: First Blastoff - House Leaders Will Be Announced - WEAR HOUSE COLORS!
• 14th: Gifted & Talented Services Begin for Identified GT Students
• 19th: Fall Pictures - All Students Will Take a Photo
• 24th: Co-House Leader Applications Due Link
• 25th: Applications Due for Science Clubs
• 27th: Elementary Gifted & Talented Parent Information Night (see info below)

• 7th: Labor Day - No School
• 10th: Explorers Club Science Discovery Night: Waves & Water 5:15-6:15
• 17th: Open House/Reading STAAR Informational Night and EB Classification Ceremony
• 25th: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Golf for Aspire Students
• 25th: RCE Spirit Night at PHS Football Game

🚀🌟 CALLING ALL FUTURE LEADERS! 🌟🚀
Crippen Astronauts, it’s time to STEP UP and LEAD! We are officially accepting applications for our Co-House Leaders! ❤️💙💚🖤
We’re looking for students from Amistad, Rêveur, Isibindi, and Altruismo who are ready to:
📣 Build House spirit and help lead chants & cheers
⭐ Encourage and motivate others
🤝 Serve as positive role models
🚀 Demonstrate our SOAR expectations
❤️💙💚🖤 Represent their House with PRIDE!
📝 Students MUST complete and submit a Co-House Leader Application Form to be considered.
📅 APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, AUGUST 24TH
Do you have what it takes to LEAD • SERVE • INSPIRE?

🌟 Your House needs YOU! 🌟 Link is here-->https://forms.gle/Nx9gjty29VkeqXmAA

Science Discovery Nights are back and better than ever. Our first one is coming soon. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates.

Science Discovery Nights - Spanish Flyer

The time is here! Applications are now open for a limited time for students to join one of our 2026–2027 Science Clubs! Check out the flyers to learn more, and apply by August 25 if your student would like to participate. We’re looking forward to an exciting year of exploring, growing, and discovering together!

Click here to apply: https://forms.gle/7MyJ6WADsBiXLujaA

Wondering if the Gifted & Talented (GT) Program might be a good fit for your child? Join us for our GT Parent Information Session to learn about the GT referral and identification process, program services, and what to expect throughout the school year. We'll also be available to answer your questions!

The presentation will be offered in both English and Spanish.

This event is for parents and guardians of students who are not currently identified for GT services but would like to learn more about the program. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing how we support students with exceptional potential!

Spanish Flyer

Check out the house merchandise below.

Students in grades 2-5 are part of our 4 Houses.

Be sure to have students wear their house colors every Friday.

💚 Isibindi Shirt Lanyard

💙 Reveur Shirt Lanyard

🖤 Altruismo Shirt Lanyard

❤️ Amistad Shirt Lanyard

Plastic Sleeve

1- Smart Tag

3-Smart Tags

• ParentSquare is synced from Skyward.
• Parent 1 and Parent 2 are directly loaded into ParentSquare from Skyward.
• Downloading the App is optional but recommended. You will still get notifications by email and text messages.
• The email that is listed in Skyward must be the same email that you use to register for the ParentSquare App.
• First time logging into the App? After entering your email, it will send you a unique code for a 2-step verification. We do not have this code.
• Once your account has been verified, your students should be attached even if they are at different schools. You can easily toggle from student to student from a drop-down menu at the top.
• Don't see all of your students? Go to your account settings and select - Combine Accounts. You will need to confirm your info.'
• Have any questions, please reach out to Lisa Christian.

All Crippen Astronauts will display stellar citizenship and perform at or above grade level in every subject.

Email: tbrent@newcaneyisd.org
Website: https://ces.newcaneyisd.org/
Location: 18690 Cumberland Boulevard, Porter, TX, United States
Phone: 281-577-8740
Facebook: Facebook.com/CrippenElementary
Instagram: CrippenElem