Tiger Talk

What an incredible week at West Cypress Hills! I want to start by sharing my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your amazing support during our APEX Fundraiser. Thanks to your generosity, encouragement, and participation, it was a huge success — and so much fun for our students!

As you may have heard, WCHE and Bee Cave Elementary were in a friendly fundraising challenge to see who could raise the most per student. Well... we did it! 🎉 That means Principal Kellner will be dressing up as our very own Tiger mascot in front of her students! I can’t wait to see it — and I know our Tigers will be cheering her on from afar.

It was such a joy seeing so many of our families on campus for the APEX event day. The excitement, laughter, and community spirit made the day one to remember. Thank you for always showing up with such heart for our students and school.

🍎 Attendance Challenge Update

We’re still in a neck-and-neck competition with Principal Keegan Luedecke for the October Attendance Challenge! Please help us keep the momentum going by encouraging your child to be at school every day they’re healthy and able — every minute matters for their growth and learning.

And just between us… I love pie, but let’s be honest — I DO NOT LOOK GOOD IN PIE, Y’ALL! 😂
Right now, WCHE is at 96.35% attendance for October, while SHE is close behind at 95.96%. Let’s finish the month strong and keep those Tigers in class!

💜 Celebrating Our Tiger Teachers

I also want to take a moment to brag on our incredible WCHE staff. Our teachers and team members truly give their all — tackling each day with full hearts, sharp minds, and endless energy. They collaborate, problem-solve, and go above and beyond to ensure every child grows.

I’ve had the privilege this past week to spend time with them in PLCs, during pre- and post-conference discussions, and through classroom visits — my absolute favorite part of the day! Watching our Tiger Teachers engage students through intentional instruction, care, and creativity fills my heart with pride and gratitude.

Their commitment to your children is unwavering, and I am so thankful to lead such an amazing group of educators who embody what it means to lead with heart.

💬 Teacher & Staff Shout-Outs!

Our teachers and staff love hearing words of encouragement from you! 💌

If someone at WCHE has made a difference for your child or family, please take a moment to recognize them — it means the world to our team and keeps the Tiger Pride spirit strong.

👉 Click here to send a Teacher & Staff Shout-Out!

Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible people who make WCHE such a special place to learn and grow.

Thank you again for your continued support, partnership, and pride in our school community. Together, we’re helping every Tiger move from growth to greatness — and we couldn’t do it without you.

With Tiger Pride,

The staff and students of West Cypress Hills Elementary cordially invite our families, friends, and veterans to join us for our Veterans Day program. It will be held Tuesday, November 11, at 7:40 am in our gym.

If joining us, please RSVP here by 10 am Monday, November 10. And, please be sure to bring your photo ID with you anytime you come to our campus.

Pictured here with Principal Amy Russ, West Cypress Special Education Resource Teacher, Christina Otwell, received the Lake Travis Special Education Parent Advisory Council's SPARK Grant.

Lake Travis SEPAC Spark Grant offers support for projects, materials, or resources that enhance instruction or services for special education students (IEP or 504). The goal is to directly improve access, engagement, and achievement for students with special education needs.

Congratulations to Mrs. Otwell.

We are very pleased to report that we have a Crossing Guard!

Jordan Curns will be our crossing guard beginning October 29. He'll be here to assist walkers at the crosswalk every morning and afternoon.

Welcome aboard, Jordan!

This month, we are launching an exciting initiative to boost student attendance. And, with this in mind, we have several incentives in place for classrooms and grade levels.

Each week, we will feature a "Golden Goose" for every grade level. The class with the best attendance in each grade will receive the "Golden Goose" for the week. Additionally, attendance updates will be shared in our newsletters.

At the end of the semester, the grade level with the highest overall attendance will enjoy an ultimate recess! Also, students with perfect attendance every 9 weeks will receive a certificate from the office.

We appreciate your partnership in promoting excellent attendance. Let’s make this a great month and a great year!

October is always full of energy with our “Shocktober” events, and this year we’re adding something fun and new: Workout Wednesdays!

Workout Wednesdays will be on:

October 1 ----- October 8 ----- October 15 ----- October 22 ----- October 29

Let’s make Wednesdays a time to re-energize and celebrate our school spirit together. Thank you for always making our campus a place filled with positivity, teamwork, and Tiger Pride.

What to Expect:

• Welcome remarks from our Head Coach

• Brief player introductions

• A Q&A/open mingle with players, parents, and staff

• Light refreshments and opportunity to network

Why Your Presence Matters:
Having our school’s leadership present helps set the tone for the season—demonstrating support for our student-athletes, celebrating their accomplishments, and building a strong community around our sports program.

Thank you in advance for your support and for helping make “Meet the Cavs Night” a memorable and encouraging kickoff for our team. We hope to see you there!

Brandon Shaver

Head Boys Basketball Coach

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"They don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care"

In response to Senate Bill 13, our Board of Trustees has established the Lake Travis ISD School Library Advisory Council (SLAC.) The purpose of the SLAC is to formalize a collaborative process between librarians, parents, and community members in the ongoing development of strong library collections that support student achievement and meet state standards. This process helps ensure transparency, parent involvement, and a strong library program that strengthens student achievement while nurturing a lifelong appreciation, habit, and love of reading.

The SLAC works with librarians and district staff to develop a recommended list of library materials for procurement, including donated titles. At least 30 days before the Board’s vote, the proposed procurement list will be made publicly available for parents and community members to review and provide feedback. The Board will review these recommendations, consider any proposed changes, and make the final decision to approve or reject the materials. The SLAC will also recommend procedures for handling challenges to library materials and review challenges according to law before making recommendations to the Board.

Visit the SLAC webpage to access the Proposed Titles for Library Procurement List, Proposed Titles for Library Procurement List Feedback Form, and the Library Materials Challenge Form.

For questions or additional information regarding SLAC reviews or library material challenges, please contact Tasha Barker at watersbarkert@ltisdschools.org, or at 512-533-6036.

Contact Coach Williams or Coach Mayes to share the good news about new shoe-tying talents!

We appreciate the efforts of our Tiger dyslexia students and the lovely uniqueness that makes them who they are. As a show of our appreciation, they are being celebrated with a dance party in our school Library on Thursday, October 30, at 1:45 pm. Fun and yummy frozen treats will be served, and a grand time will be had by all.

October, you know, is Dyslexia Awareness Month.

By 10 am Monday, 11/10/25.....RSVP here if attending our Veterans Day Program. Thanks!

10/01 - 10/31/25........Month to Recognize Principals, Blindness, Anti-Bullying, Fentanyl, & PT

10/02 - 11/12/25........Tiger StuCo Collecting Food & Care Items for Helping Hands

10/28/25.....................Tigers Wear Funky Socks!

10/29/25.....................Workout Wednesday! Tigers Wear Red/White/Blue Workout Gear!

10/30/25.....................Tigers Wear PJs or Disney

10/30/25.....................WCHE Dyslexia Party in Library 1:45 - 2:00 pm

10/31/25.....................Staff Race & Student Book Character Parade - Students Only, Please

11/01 - 11/30/25.........Native American Heritage Month

11/01/25.....................Meet the Cavs Basketball Team - Gym Doors Open @ 7 pm

11/02/25.....................Daylight Saving Time Ends! Clocks "fall back" one hour!

11/03 - 11/07/25.........National School Psychology Week

11/03/25.....................Student Council Meeting @ 3 pm

11/05/25.....................GT/Discovery Students @ LTHS PAC 9 am to noon

11/06/25.....................LTCL Bookmobile @ WCH Pool 3 to 4 pm

11/10 - 11/14/25.........Book Fair Preview Days

11/11/25.....................WCH Veterans Day Rally 7:40 - 8:15 am Bring your photo ID!

11/11/25.....................WCH PTO General Assembly 8:30 - 9:30 am in Tiger's Den

By 11/12/25................Sign Up here for Picture Retakes! Picture Retake Day is 11/13/25!

11/13/25.....................Picture Retake Day!

11/13/25.....................Student Council Meeting @ 3 pm

11/17 - 11/21/25.........Book Fair Shopping Days

11/20/25.....................Celebrating Parent Involvement and Tiger Buddies

11/21/25.....................SOS Super Outrageous Science Day!

11/21/25.....................Extreme Science Experience 1 - 1:45 pm and 2 - 2:45 pm

11/24 - 11/28/25.........Happy Thanksgiving! No School for Tigers!

WCHE Student Arrivals Arrival Map

WCHE Student Dismissal Dismissal Map

Food and Nutrition Services (FANS)

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