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Cullen Elementary

873 Anthem Parkway, Kyle, TX 78640

(512) 268-8449

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Dear Cubs Families,

As we continue moving through the school year, I want to take a moment to thank our Cullen families for your continued support and partnership. Every day, our Cubs are learning, growing, and discovering what they are capable of, and we couldn't do it without you! We know that raising and educating children takes a team, and we are grateful to be part of your child's journey. Together, we are building confident, caring, and resilient Cubs who are ready to make a difference in the world. Thank you for being such an important part of our Cullen family!

Warm regards,

Elizabeth Lara
Principal, Cullen Elementary

10/26 - 10/29 - Red Ribbon Week & APEX Begins

10/30 - Student Holiday

11/02 - Student and Staff Holiday

11/03 - Student Holiday

11/05 - Fall Picture Retakes

11/06 - APEX Glow Run (more details to follow)

11/11 - Veteran's Day Program

11/13 - Market Day (more details to follow)

11/16 - 11/20 - Book Fair

11/18 - Thanksgiving Luncheon (more details to follow)

11/19 - Book Fair Family Night (5-7pm)

11/23 - 11/27 - Thanksgiving Break

12/01 - Kyle Tree Lighting

12/03 - Choir Winter Show (1st and 2nd Grade, more details to follow)

12/10 - Cookies with Santa (Sponsored by PTA)

12/17 - Sing-A-Long and Santa vs Grinch

12/18 - 01/05 - Student Winter Break

Please do not allow your child to get off of the car until the bell rings and you see an adult. Students have been getting out early and are being left unattended. Our staff does not come on contract until 7am and therefore is not out there prior to that.

No ID, No Ride:

Beginning Monday, students must have an ID to ride the bus in the afternoon. Students without an ID will not be allowed to ride the bus and will need to be picked up from school. Please ensure that your students have their ID attached to their backpacks so they may ride the bus in the afternoon. If an ID is needed to be replaced, there is a cost of $5.00 per ID that is printed.

As a friendly reminder, Hays CISD has a very relaxed dress code that allows students the freedom to express themselves through their clothing. However, we have recently noticed an increase in clothing choices that are pushing the boundaries of our district's dress code.

We are seeing more students wearing tops that expose excessive midriff, sheer or transparent clothing, and shorts, skirts, or tops that do not provide adequate coverage when students bend over, sit, or move throughout the day.

While we want our Cubs to feel comfortable and confident in what they wear, we also need to ensure that clothing provides appropriate coverage throughout the school day, not just when standing upright.

We kindly ask parents to help us by checking that their child's clothing provides adequate coverage when sitting, bending, and participating in everyday school activities. Our goal is not to limit personal style but to maintain a comfortable and appropriate learning environment for all students.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping our Cubs make great choices! We appreciate your continued support! 💙💛

Dia de los Muertos takes place on November 1st and 2nd. This tradition is meant to celebrate the lives of those that are no longer with us. Traditionally November 1st is used to celebrate the lives of deceased children and November 2nd is used to celebrate the lives of deceased adults. Part of this tradition is to make an ofrenda (altar) that includes pictures of those you want to remember along with candles, special food, and whatever they enjoyed when they were alive.

As a school we will have an ofrenda and will be inviting our students to bring in pictures of those they would like to celebrate; this includes pets. The picture must not be bigger than a 4x6. Unfortunately, we will not be able to return the pictures as they will be glued on to our display. If you would like your student to participate, please send a copy of your desired picture beginning on Monday, October 19th.

The ofrenda will be located in our front lobby area.

Please have your pictures in no later than Monday, October 26th.

TEA is pleased to announce that Parent Access to Supplemental Supports (PASS) applications, established under House Bill 2 in the 89th Legislature, are now open. PASS accounts are available for students who received a score of “Did Not Meet Grade Level" on the grade 3 Reading Language Arts (RLA) STAAR assessment beginning in spring 2026. Through PASS, eligible families receive a $400 account to purchase literacy tutoring services from TEA approved providers, including brick-and-mortar tutors, virtual tutors, or approved educators like TIA designated teachers or Certified Academic Language Therapists. Parents can apply today by creating an account on the PASS website. School systems are required to notify families of eligible students about this opportunity, and TEA has made several resources available to support outreach.

Storybook Character Parade will be on Thursday October 29th! See the flyer below for more details.

Our Fall Scholastic Book Fair is on the horizon and will take place the week of November 16th - 20th. We are in need of lots of great parent volunteers in order to make the book fair a success. Please take a look at our sign-up genius and sign up to volunteer for a shift!

During the book fair, students will be able to shop on their own during the school day. Parents and families will be able to shop each afternoon from 3:15 - 3:45, Monday - Thursday. They will also be able to shop after attending Thanksgiving lunch with their child on Nov. 18th. Or, families can shop at our fun family night Thursday, the 19th from 5:00 - 7:00. More information on these great events to come!

eWallets are online funds that can be set up for your student to use at the book fair when they shop on their own during the school day. eWallets can be set up here:

https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6228552&sUCN=859636629

Have a happy reading weekend everyone! -Mrs. Marcionetti

Hays CISD Gifted and Talented Referral Period Opens for

Kindergarten - 11th Grade Students

Students who participate in services designed for gifted/talented students will demonstrate skills in self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication. These skills are often evidenced by the development of innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity. Furthermore, these skills are advanced in relation to students of similar age, experience, or environment.

Hays CISD campuses will accept referrals for gifted and talented services from October 1 - 31. Referrals can be made in two different ways. The first option is to complete an online referral at THIS LINK.. The second option is to complete a paper referral. Copies of the paper referral form are available in the front office of each campus and should be returned to the campus counselor.

Assessments will be conducted from November through January. Evaluation of student data and selection of services occurs in February. Parents are notified by email in March of the final determination of services.

Parents who could not attend yesterday's meeting Here is the presentation

If your child is already identified as G/T, he/she does not need to be reassessed. If you have any questions, contact Emily Herrin at emily.herrin@hayscisd.net or 512-268-2141 x45028.

Se abre el periodo para nominar a estudiantes al programa de dotados y talentosos para los estudiantes de Kindergarten hasta 11vo grado

Los estudiantes que participaron en los servicios diseñados para alumnos dotados/talentosos mostrarán habilidades en el auto-aprendizaje, pensamiento, investigación y comunicación. Estas habilidades con frecuencia se evidencian con la innovación de productos y comportamientos que reflejan individualidad y creatividad. Además, estas habilidades son avanzadas en relación con los estudiantes de edades, experiencias o ambientes similares.

Las escuelas del distrito Hays CISD aceptarán las referencias para servicios a alumnos dotados y talentosos a partir del 1 al 31 de octubre. Las referencias se entregarán de dos maneras. La primera opción es completar un formulario en línea siguiendo ESTE ENLACE. La segunda opción es completando una referencia en papel. Las copias de la referencia en papel están disponibles en la oficina principal de cada campus y deberán entregarse al consejero del campus.

Las evaluaciones se llevarán a cabo en los meses de noviembre a enero. La evaluación de los datos y selección de servicios para el estudiante sucederá en febrero. La notificación a los padres de familia será por correo electrónico en el mes de marzo, con la última determinación de los servicios.

Para los padres que no pudieron asistir a la reunión de ayer, aquí tienen la presentación: ESTE ENLACE

Si su hijo(a) ya ha sido identificado como alumno dotado/talentoso, no necesita volver a ser evaluado. Si tiene alguna pregunta favor de contactar a Emily Herrin por correo electrónico emily.herrin@hayscisd.net o pueden llamar al teléfono: (512) 268-2141, ext: 45028.

Starting Monday October 5th, bring your dollars to purchase your Halloween Grams in the Front Foyer. This is sponsored by our Counselor, Ms. Torres. See the flyer for more details.

All students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades will need a recorder to play in music class throughout the school year! Students may use a recorder they already own or purchase a new one. For more information, please see the Recorder Letter from Mrs. Baker. New recorder kits can be purchased through CES for $8 using the order form attached to the Recorder Letter, or you can order online using this link: CES Recorder Online Order. Orders are due by 10/30! If your child already owns a recorder or will purchase one on their own, please have your child deliver it to the music room no later than 11/10 (labeled with first & last name).

For more information about what's happening in Cullen Specials, please visit our website! www.tinyurl.com/CullenSpecials

CES is proudly preparing for our Veteran's Day Celebration on November, 11th, 2026! Information about our celebration and ways for family and friends to be involved is included in our 2026 Veteran's Day Flyer. Students & their families can submit a photo for the Veteran's Day Slideshow and decorate a Veteran's Day Star for our hallway display (due by 11/6), then on Wednesday, 11/11 students can wear red, white, and blue to school to show support to our soldiers.

Students in 5th grade will also be presenting a patriotic tribute to our troops at 9:40am in the CES cafeteria (also live-streamed)!

Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members are invited to attend 5th grade's program on 11/11 @ 9:40am and enjoy a light reception following the performance (RSVP here by 11/6, pre-register in the front office starting 11/9)!

Thank you for honoring our brave men and women in the military!

Arriving tardy to school adds up to missed minutes of instruction.

Our back door closes at 7:30am. If their are no adults at the poles, please drive your child to the front of the school.

Our school attendance goal for the year is 96%. Please help us reach this goal.

• Attendance is taken daily at 10:00am.

• Please make every effort to have your child here daily and on time.

• If your child is absent from school send a doctor’s note or parent note explaining the reason for the absence within 5 days. You may send via email at CES.attendance@hayscisd.net or with your child.

• If a change needs to be made, please communicate that to our front office by 1:30pm at 512 268-8449.
• Do not send requests to teachers as they may not see your request in a timely manner.

Last minute transportation changes and pickups may be denied if they impede the dismissal process.

Student Dress Code

School Supply List

Online Student Registration

Child Nutrition - Free and Reduced Meal Application

Cullen Elementary School Website

Cullen Elementary Student/Parent Handbook