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Oct 19 - 30 Early Voting

Oct 28 Elective Fair and AP/DC Parent Meeting

Nov 3 Election Day/Student Holiday

Nov 14 FALL FESTIVAL

Nov 23-27 Thanksgiving Break

At Cypress Lakes High School, communication is key to building a strong, supportive community for our students. That’s why our electronic newsletter is more than just an update—it’s a bridge between school, home, and the wider community.

Our newsletter gives parents and families an easy way to stay connected with important dates, upcoming events, and exciting student accomplishments. It highlights opportunities for involvement, celebrates our Spartan pride, and ensures that everyone has the information they need to support student success.

For our community partners, the newsletter is a window into the energy and growth happening on our campus. It’s a place to see how your support makes an impact and how together we’re shaping the next generation of leaders.

By staying informed through our newsletter, parents and community members can be even more engaged in the life of Cypress Lakes High School—helping us create the best environment for every student to thrive.

At Cypress Lakes High School, we know that being “in the know” makes all the difference—and that’s exactly what our electronic newsletter is all about! It’s your one-stop shop for staying connected to everything happening on campus.

Election Day is right around the corner! Early voting is Oct 19- Oct 30 with Tuesday, Nov 3 serving as Election Day. These are important Midterm elections. Additionally, CFISD voters will see five propositions (A-E) on the Nov. 3 election ballot. These are important propositions put on the ballot by the CFISD Board of Trustees. The following video provides an explanation of each proposition. For more information, go to www.election.cfisd.net. See you at the polls!

The district's ELECTION 2026 one-pager provides information about Proposition A and Propositions B–E, including funding, tax rates and the areas addressed by each proposition.

Election Day: Nov. 3, 2026

CFISD.NET/ELECTION26"

Cy-Lakes seniors participated in Senior Conferences from September 22 - 25 during their English classes. These conferences provided important information and resources to help seniors navigate their final year of high school and prepare for life after graduation.

Students learned about important deadlines, college and career resources, graduation information, and helpful websites. The information is also available through the Cy-Lakes Counselors webpage and the Class of 2027 Schoology Group.

Parents and families, make sure to ask your seniors about what they learned! Staying informed and working together will help our Class of 2027 make the most of their senior year and feel ready for what comes next.

📅 Important Financial Aid Deadlines

Some colleges have limited institutional financial aid funds that are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

📌 January 15 is the priority financial aid deadline for many Texas colleges and universities.

Tip for families: Completing financial aid applications early can help students meet priority deadlines and be considered for available funds.

FAFSA & TASFA: What You Need to Know

Before starting the FAFSA, students and parents/guardians must each create a StudentAid.gov account with a username and password.

🔗 Create an account & complete the FAFSA:
StudentAid.gov

📆 2027–2028 FAFSA:
The application will be available October 1, 2026, for current seniors.

TASFA may be an option for students who are non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent residents who also meet Texas residency requirements.

⚠️ Graduation Requirement

Students are now required to complete one of the following as part of the graduation process:

• ✅ FAFSA

• ✅ TASFA

• ✅ Financial Aid Opt-Out Form

For more information watch the Financial Aid Presentation below:
View the Financial Aid Presentation

For the month of October, our focus at Cypress Lakes High School is reliability. A reliable person is consistent, dependable, and can always be trusted to do what they promise. You can practice reliability by keeping your word, mastering your commitments, and only agreeing to tasks you are capable of handling. Ultimately, being reliable is a core foundation of being a good person and a great community member.

National Coaches Day, observed on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, provided the perfect opportunity to recognize the coaches who inspire, motivate, and shape the lives of student-athletes. At Cypress Lakes High School, that recognition includes Head Football Coach and Campus Athletic Coordinator Tyrone Carter!

Named to lead the Spartans in January 2024, Coach Carter brings enthusiasm, leadership, and a vision for building a strong athletic program at Cy Lakes. His role extends beyond the football field, helping student-athletes develop the discipline, teamwork, resilience, and character they need to succeed in school and throughout life.

This National Coaches Day, Cypress Lakes High School celebrates Coach Tyrone Carter and all the coaches who invest their time, energy, and passion in our Spartans. Thank you for building skills, strengthening character, and reminding our student-athletes that success is about more than the final score.

This Is Sparta! Go, Spartans!

Senior Girls Soccer Captain Olivia Montoya has been named the CFFCU Scholar Athlete of the Week! Olivia earned this recognition through her strong academics, leadership, and dedication both in and out of the classroom.

Along with being a soccer captain, Olivia also serves as the drum major for the Mighty Spartan Band, showing her commitment to leadership in multiple activities.

Congratulations to Olivia on this well-deserved recognition! We are proud to see her representing Cypress Lakes and showing what it means to be a Spartan.

As a parent of a student at a campus receiving Title I funds, federal law allows you to ask for information about the certification, college major, and advanced degrees of your child’s teacher(s). You also have the right to request information about the qualifications of a teacher aide or paraprofessional providing direct services to your child. If you would like to receive this information, you may contact the Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. Human Resources Department at 281-897-4099.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from our LOTE Department! Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 - Oct 15, 2026 and is a time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. This month is important because it helps us learn about different traditions, recognize influential Hispanics, and appreciate the impact they have made in our country.

This year, our Spanish classes celebrated by learning more about Latin America, its culture, and famous influential Hispanics. Students also created poster boards about famous Latinos and participated in dress up days to celebrate and show their appreciation for Hispanic Heritage

Come explore and celebrate with us before Hispanic Heritage Month ends on October 15th! Take the opportunity to learn something new, discover different cultures, and celebrate the amazing contributions of the Hispanic community! 💃🪇🪭

On Saturday, September 12th, Cypress Lakes Choir took 12 students to district auditions, and 11 students advanced to the next round of competition! This is a great accomplishment and shows the hard work and dedication of our choir students.

Congratulations to Miranda Padilla (2nd chair), Valeria Bautista (3rd chair), and Rianna Shezbie (4th chair) for their outstanding placements. We also want to congratulate Emily Nunez, Korrine Stockett, Nava Askarinsab, Lizbeth Nava Alday, Caleb Miles, Addison Chaney, Trevor Champagne, and Angel Torres-Vitela for advancing to Region.

These talented students will be competing at Region in October. We wish them the best of luck as they continue preparing for their next round!

Congratulations to our Choir students! Keep singing and making us proud! 🎶

The Ag Shop is more than just a classroom—it’s a place where students gain real-world experience through hands-on learning and responsibility. In the Ag Shop, our Ag Practicum students are developing valuable skills in animal care, communication, organization, and daily operations while preparing for future careers in the animal science and veterinary fields.

Through the Ag Practicum program, students are responsible for managing a variety of tasks and learning opportunities. Throughout the year, these practicum students help out at veterinary clinics in the area. This opportunity requires them to work at least 300 hours, allowing them to put their knowledge into practice through hands-on animal care.

Additionally, when not in the clinics, these students run the on-campus Doggy Day Care! Doggy Day Care is a completely student-led business that allows students to practice important skills such as:

• 🐶 Animal handling and care

• 📋 Reviewing applications and service requests

• 📧 Communicating with pet owners

• 🩺 Understanding vaccination and health requirements

• 🧹 Maintaining a safe and clean environment

• ⏰ Managing responsibilities alongside their classroom work

We’re excited to see our students continue building confidence, responsibility, and career-ready skills through their experiences in the Ag Shop! 🐶🌱

Educate. Communicate. Support.

October is Substance Use Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the dangers of substance misuse, promote prevention, support individuals in recovery, and honor those affected by addiction. Prevention begins before substance misuse starts, and each of us has a role in building a healthier, safer, and more supportive community.

At Cy-Fair ISD, we believe in the power of educating, communicating, and supporting one another. Our Substance Use Awareness and Prevention Counselor, Ms. Jones, is available to support students and families. She participates in our Mental Health Alliance initiatives throughout the year and can also be contacted directly at 281-897-4000. You can also reach out to your school counselor, and we will be happy to connect you with her. We have resources available to support you and your family. You are not alone, and our community is here to help.

Red Ribbon Week | October 26–30

“Make a Difference. BE a Hero. Stay Drug Free.”

Red Ribbon Week reminds us that choosing a drug-free life is a daily act of courage, personal responsibility, and leadership. Our choices can make a positive difference in the lives of our peers, families, and communities.

📅 October 28: Ms. Jones, CFISD Substance Use Awareness and Prevention Counselor, will be on campus providing students with valuable information and resources.

Let's work together to educate, communicate, and support one another. Be a hero. Make a difference. Stay drug free!

Every game has a story. Every week brings a new chapter. Now, you can follow the Cypress Lakes Football team throughout the season with Story of the Season!

Click the link below and hit Subscribe to stay connected, cheer on our athletes, and follow along as the Lakes Football story continues to unfold.

Thank you for supporting our team and being part of the journey!

Go Lakes! 💙🏈

https://www.storyoftheseason.com/cypresslakes?rq=cypre

Attention Spartans! This month, we are recognizing Coach Dylan Neumann as our Coach of Impact. Coach Neumann’s coaching philosophy is that “it all starts with hustle and heart” - Coach Hatten.

What he loves most about coaching is seeing what athletes can have when they work towards their goals.

Coach Neumann would also like to recognize the girls’ water polo team for an incredible accomplishment! The Spartans have qualified for the playoffs four years in a row, showcasing their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence. This year, the team faced Foster High School in the first round of playoffs on October 5. After a hard-fought battle, the Spartans came up short, but their season was still one to be proud of. Congratulations to the team and Coach Neumann on another successful season! We look forward to seeing what the Spartans accomplish next year! 🎊

🤽‍♀️ Through his leadership, determination, and commitment to pushing his athletes to be their best, Coach Neumann continues to build a positive, competitive environment where student-athletes can grow and succeed! 💪🔥

We are incredibly proud of Coach Neumann and his dedication to making Cypress Lakes Athletics stronger each year. Thank you, Coach Neumann, for your continued leadership and for representing the Spartans with pride!

The Cy Lakes Girls Soccer Team was honored with the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 2025–26 school year! Cy Lakes was one of only six girls soccer teams in the entire state of Texas to receive this prestigious national recognition.

This achievement highlights the team’s commitment to excellence both on and off the field, recognizing the hard work and dedication of our student-athletes in the classroom. This also marks the 8th year that the Cy Lakes Girls Soccer Team has earned this distinction—a tremendous accomplishment and a testament to the team’s continued commitment to academic success!

Daniel Carrillo Munoz

Drew Collins

Anna Mendez