Parent Connect - April 2026 | Smore Newsletters

Hello, Eagles!

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, it’s hard not to reflect on just how far our students have come. This has been a year full of growth, resilience, and accomplishment—and our students have truly soared.

From the classroom to the field, the stage to the community, our students have continued to rise to the challenge. We’ve seen academic gains, outstanding performances in fine arts, competitive success in athletics, and countless moments where our students demonstrated character, leadership, and pride in being part of New Caney High School. Without a doubt, these are the moments that define who we are as a school.

Now, as we approach the finish line, our focus is simple: finish strong. Every assignment, every assessment, every day matters. We encourage all of our students to stay committed, stay engaged, and take pride in the work they are doing. The habits built in these final weeks are just as important as those at the beginning of the year.

Parents and guardians, thank you for your continued partnership. Your support—whether it’s ensuring attendance, encouraging effort, or celebrating successes—makes a difference. Please continue to remind your student of the importance of showing up each day ready to learn and give their best.

Thank you for being part of a community that believes in our students and pushes them to be their best. Together, we will finish this year strong—because that’s what Eagles do.

Best Wishes,

Amber Beard

2025-2026 Student Handbook and Code of Conduct - English

2025-2026 Student Handbook and Code of Conduct - Spanish

Attendance & Make-Up Hours

Attendance matters! Students need to be in class every day for essential instruction and to meet state requirements for earning credit. The state requires students to attend 90% of all class sessions in order to earn credit. Please check here to see if your student has make-up hours. Students may earn hours by staying after school Monday-Thursday from 3:15-5:15 and on Fridays from 3:15-7:15. Remember that we do offer late buses Monday-Thursday if transportation is a concern.

Student Fines

Please click the link to see what fines your student may owe. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student’s Assistant Principal. These fines must be cleared before semester exams. Senior fines must be cleared by May 15th in order to participate in senior events.

Where can I pay fines?

Cafeteria fines may be paid online through SchoolCafe or in person at the cafeteria, Line 5, at the end of each lunch through May 15.
Technology (Chromebook) and ID fines may be paid to our bookkeeper, Ms. Klander, located in the A Hall office. In addition, Ms. Klander will be set up outside the cafeteria during all lunch periods over the next few weeks for your convenience, where payments for Technology and ID fines will also be accepted.
Library fines may be paid directly to Mr. Catchings in the library. Additionally, Mrs. Soto will be set up outside the cafeteria during all lunch periods over the next few weeks, where library fine payments may also be made.

Proof of Residency and Returning Student Online Verification 2026-2027 School Year

New Caney ISD is gearing up for an incredible 2026-2027 school year! To make sure every student is ready for day one, we need your help completing the Returning Student Online Verification (RSOV) and Proof of Residency (POR).

Key Dates & Details

Verification Opens: July 13, 2026, via Skyward Family Access.
In-Person Support: Staffed labs are available at various campuses from July 13 through August 1. You can visit any location, regardless of which school your student attends! See the attachment below for dates and times.
NCHS Lab Dates: Visit us at New Caney High School from July 14 &16. Lab dates are subject to change. Please make sure to visit the website for more information.

Why It Matters

Students must have both POR and RSOV completed to:

Receive class schedules.
Participate in extracurricular activities and sports.

Important Deadline: All verification and immunization records must be submitted by August 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Students who have not completed these steps by the deadline will be unenrolled and must re-enroll as new students.

Please view the attached document for the full list of lab dates, times, and specific requirements.

2026 - 2027 Returning Student Letter

Spanish 2026 - 2027 Returning Student Letter

Click here to visit the website for more information!

Ms. Billingsley

Ms. Faust

Ms. Hoksbergen Olsen

Coach Ingram

Mr. Holford

These outstanding students were recognized for consistently being Respectful and upholding our SOAR standards. At NCHS, we believe that character is just as important as academics, and these Eagles are leading the way with heart and integrity.

Our innovative English Department hosted a high-energy "Test Prep Carnival" to help students master essential EOC strategies. By turning rigorous academic practice into interactive, carnival-style challenges, our educators are ensuring students stay engaged while building the confidence they need to succeed.

Congratulations to the New Caney HS Wind Ensemble for earning the Sweepstakes award on April 1st at the UIL concert and sight reading evaluation. This award is earned by receiving a first division rating from all 3 marching band, all 3 concert band, and all 3 sight reading judges. Way to go Eagle Band

We are so proud of the 72 students who joined our History Department after school for a dedicated US History STAAR prep session. It’s inspiring to see so many students taking initiative and utilizing these extra opportunities to ensure they are ready for their upcoming EOC exams. A huge thank you to our hardworking teachers for staying late to support student achievement!

UIL Academics racked 8 TOP 10 finishes at their district meet. Congratulates to these Eagles!

We are beyond proud of our New Caney FFA Non-Livestock students for their incredible showing at the Montgomery County Fair.

Our students showcased an impressive array of talents this year, including horticulture, handicrafts, and cake decorating.

We are currently in the middle of Teacher Appreciation Week, and it wouldn’t be possible without the amazing generosity of our local partners! From delicious meals to thoughtful gifts, our community truly showed up to shower our educators with the love they deserve.

A Massive Thank You To:

Our Community Supporters:

Canes & H-Tea-O
Tavola Foundation & The Summerlin Family
BB’s Tex-Orleans, KFC, & Bob’s Tacos
Stacey Black & Undefined Creative Services
Buffalo Wild Wings
Emmanuel Baptist Church

Our Campus Support Teams:

Culinary, Orchestra, & Student Council
Cosmetology & Bluebonnets
Sunshine Committee & Education & Training
Ag Dept, Central Office, & NCHS Leadership Team

Senior Exemptions and CCMR

To be eligible to exempt any final exams, you must have a CCMR point on record. The final list of CCMR points will be submitted at 3:30 PM on Friday, May 1st.

If you are currently working toward earning a CCMR point, please note that all requirements must be fully completed and verified by that deadline. One of the most accessible ways to earn a CCMR point is by completing Texas College Bridge. If you plan to use Texas College Bridge for exemption eligibility, it must be finished no later than 3:30 PM on May 1st.

After this deadline, no additional CCMR points can be added for the purpose of final exam exemptions.

You can check your current CCMR status here. Please note that any industry-based certifications that count towards CCMR have been recorded. If you have a certification that is not counting, it is because you are not a CTE completer in that path of study.

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is nearly here! Please join us as we honor the incredible achievements of the New Caney High School Class of 2026.

Graduation will take place at Randall Reed Stadium on May 19th. Gates will open at 6:00 PM, and the ceremony begins promptly at 7:00 PM.
Seniors will need to arrive by 6:30PM at the latest.

To ensure a safe and respectful environment for all families, please note that Randall Reed Stadium will strictly enforce the following:

Clear Bag Policy is in effect.
No signs, banners, or balloons allowed.
No noisemakers (let’s ensure every graduate’s name is heard!).

For more information about the following policies use the links below:
Stadium Policies
Clear Bag Policy

The address for Randall Reed Stadium is 21360 Valley Ranch Pkwy, New Caney, TX 77357

FAFSA Application: This is a graduation requirement!
1. All seniors MUST complete an FAFSA application or an opt out form (option II).
2. The FAFSA application is now open, and students may begin filling it out. FAFSA Application linked HERE.
3. Need help?
  1. Come to FAFSA Open Lab on one of the following dates.
    1. Monday, February 23, 2026 (5:30-7:00 PM) - NCHS Library
    2. Monday, March 23, 2026 (5:30-7:00 PM) - NCHS Library
  2. Youtube FSA ID Tutorial Videos
    1. How to create an FSA ID
    2. How to create an FSA ID (without a SS #)
4. Students must either submit proof of their FAFSA completion via the Google Forms below, or return their completed FAFSA opt out form to their alpha counselor.
  Ms. Shaw (last names A-Cr): Google Form
  Ms. Hernandez (last names Cu-He): Google Form
  Ms. DeLorenzo (last names Hi-Mi): Google Form
  Ms. Kelley (last names Mo-R): Google Form
  Ms. Chapa (last names S-Z): Google Form
Scholarships: Now is the time to start applying for scholarships! If you are applying for scholarships that require letters of recommendation, be sure to give your letter writers plenty of time! Please note: you should never have to pay for a scholarship.
1. NCISD Scholarship Bank (new scholarships added frequently)
2. Fast Web
3. Big Future Scholarship Directory
4. Check for scholarships through the college or university you plan to attend.
Eagle Resource Hub Canvas Course: please access the counselor corner in the Eagle Resource Hub Canvas course. We have many resources listed for seniors.
Transcript Requests:
1. Request official transcripts through this Laserfische Form.
2. Please be sure to list the college or university where you want it to be sent.
3. You can request multiple transcripts through one form submission.
4. Final Transcript Request for Seniors (students must be signed into the NCISD account): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGuqQXqWr3HPO8PvNydW4OgwWKU5B4MFnXD8pYRUPh-295XA/viewform?usp=dialog
  Edgenuity: ALL Credit Recovery MUST be completed by March 15, 2026 at 12 Noon.

Check out the NCISD Scholarship Bank

NCISD and NCHS use a variety of digital learning programs to help with student enrichment, engagement, and collaboration. We also use programs to help connect with parents and guardians as well. Our main programs that are beneficial to parents and students are the following:

Skyward - This is our official gradebook with student schedules, progress reports, and attendance
Canvas - Teachers use Canvas for instructional purposes, including classwork, homework, and resources for student learning.
Students use Classlink to access any campus and district programs and websites, such as, Canvas.
ParentSquare- ParentSquare is our district's new communication platform that NCHS. It is similar to the Remind process. Parents/Guardians automatically have information in there based off Skyward registration.
Paper Tutoring - Provides live tutoring 24/7 for students.

Click Here for More Information on How to Utilize these Programs

The Texas Legislature passed legislation this year that requires school districts to adopt policies prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices on school property during the instructional day and that designates a secure, out-of-sight area for storage of these devices.

A personal wireless communication device includes items such as cell phones, text messaging devices, laptops, and tablets — any device capable of transmitting or receiving data that the school does not provide for instructional purposes.

The district’s updated policy, in accordance with law, is that:
Personal communications devices must remain off or on silent and stored in backpacks throughout the instructional day except before school or after school. Cell phones and other personal communication devices may not be stored on a student’s person.

SMART tag ID Badges Required: Policy started on September 2, 2025, students without their SMART tag ID badges may board the bus in the morning, but will not be allowed to board the bus for afternoon drop-off.
Lost Badge: Students without a badge will be allowed to board the bus in the morning, but must purchase a replacement badge at school. Badges are $2 for one replacement card or $5 for three cards. Payment must be received before the card is issued.
Track Your Child's Ride: Download the SMART tag app to monitor your child's bus ride in real time.

Download the Smart Tag App

More Information about SMART Tags and Transportion