Wolman Elementary Newsletter

Hello, Explorer Families!

What a wonderful week it has been at Wolman Elementary! We had a fantastic Red Ribbon Week, filled with fun activities and important reminders about making healthy, positive choices. Our Trunk or Treat event last Friday was also a huge success! It was wonderful to see so many of our Explorer families come together for an evening of fun and community. A special thank you to our PTA and everyone who helped make this event so memorable for our students!

As a reminder, there will be no school for students tomorrow, Friday, October 23, as our staff participates in professional learning and parent conferences. If you have a scheduled conference, please enter through the school's front doors, where our front office staff will direct you. Parent-teacher conferences are a valuable opportunity to celebrate student growth, discuss progress, and collaborate on ways to support continued success. We truly value the strong school-home partnerships that help our Explorers thrive!

School pictures are now available! Families can visit mylifetouch.com to log in or create an account and check for their child's photos. You will need your child's Student ID or Portrait ID and Access Code to access their pictures. This information may be found in an email from Lifetouch or on the proof sheet sent home. If you need additional assistance, please contact the Lifetouch Help Center. Please keep in mind that pictures may become available at different times, so check back if your child's photos are not yet posted.

As always, please take a few moments to read through the remaining sections of our newsletter for important campus and district updates, upcoming events, helpful reminders, and the latest PTA news. There is always something exciting happening at Wolman, and we want our families to stay connected and informed! Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to making Wolman Elementary such a special place for our Explorers to learn and grow.

Please join us for musical celebration honoring the Veterans of our community! Veterans and families welcome!

• 3rd Grade families may submit a photo of their Veteran for the slideshow here: https://forms.gle/15JpsCkHanAhEkEn7
• 3rd Grade families may also pre-order the professional video of our show here: Wolman Elementary Videos

Turkey Trot Pre Raptor RSVP

Please RSVP by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, November 3rd

tinyurl.com/food4families2025

Parents who need support with technology and/or technology resources, please call 281 -396-7400 or click on the following link: https://www.katyisd.org/technology/family-technology-resources

Per Texas Education Code Sec 37.082, students are prohibited from using a personal communication device while on school property during the school day. Personal communication devices must be stored in the student's backpack as the designated storage method.

"Personal communication device" means a telephone, cell phone such as a smartphone or flip phone, tablet, smartwatch, radio device, paging device or any other electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication. Please refer to the Katy ISD visual below for more information regarding personal communication devices.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44AFAD2EA5FEC61-50123640-wolman#/

Lunch is a fun, social time of day for our Explorers! Any parents who wish you attend lunch may use the link above to sign up. As a reminder only parents/guardians, non-school aged children and immediate family listed on the lunch visitor permission form are able to visit for lunch. Due to limited space, visitors are limited to 2 visitors per student (non school age children are counted as visitors). Each parent must sign up for their own seat and a separate seat for any non school age siblings.

Here are some reminders for when lunch visits begin...PLEASE REMEMBER when signing up to include your child's name and teacher in the comments. All visitors must show a physical, hard copy government issued ID (driver's license or passport) when you arrive for lunch. We ask that each student be limited to having a lunch visit one day per week to allow all Explorers the opportunity to have a lunch visit. If you are not able to come to lunch after you signed up, please remove your name from the list. Also, please be aware that a few minutes prior to your child's lunch time ending, the monitors will direct your child to join his/her class; this helps with making our cafeteria exit procedures run more smoothly. The following steps will guide you in signing up for lunch times to visit your child and with providing lunch visitor permission. Please call 281 234 1700 with any questions. Thank you!

Step 1:

Please sign up for date/time of lunch visit here: Link

If needed...

Step 2:

For immediate family visitors (limited to grandparents, non-school aged siblings, and stepparents) who are NOT the parents/guardians the online Lunch Visitor form must be filled out by the parent/guardian BEFORE the lunch visit. Link

We want to see our Explorers each and every day at school in order to provide them an opportunity to learn and grow as much as possible! However, if your Explorer is unable to attend school to being ill or another unforeseen circumstance, please use the link below to report his/her absence.

The Katy Independent School District is encouraging students, parents, and community members to anonymously report tips or information about potential safety threats through Katy ISD's Speak Up app. SpeakUP is an anonymous reporting system that enables Katy ISD students, parents, and community members to anonymously submit safety and well-being tips to help prevent school-related incidents that could cause harm to others. For more information regarding Speak UP, please click on the link below. Thank you for supporting student safety!

https://www.katyisd.org/speak-up

Sub Blitz Sessions will be held throughout the school year to hire and welcome new substitutes. Invitations will be emailed to applicants with completed online applications, approximately one month in advance of the event. Please make sure the email address on your application is accurate.

Requirements to Substitute

• Substitute Teacher: Minimum of 60 semester/quarter college hours completed

• Foreign Transcripts: Must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency

• Paraprofessional (Clerical/Aide): GED or High School Diploma required

• Additional:

• Proof of right to work in the U.S.

• Criminal history check

• Interview and skills test

Online Application

• Online applicants with complete applications (including uploaded transcripts, TX teaching certificates and/or transcript evaluations), if selected, will be emailed an invitation to the Sub Blitz. This email will be sent approximately one month in advance of the Sub Blitz date. If you are approved to substitute through the Sub Blitz, then you will be invited to attend a Substitute New Hire Training. ​Apply Online​

Text alerts: Text @f96efg to 81010
PTA website: Visit www.wolmanpta.org → Volunteers → Opportunities
Weekly newsletter: Watch for volunteer signups each week

Wolman PTA is participating in the National PTA School of Excellence program, and we want to hear from you! Help shape our goals by completing our initial community feedback survey—your input will help us gauge engagement, identify opportunities, and guide our action plan.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit tinyurl.com/RJWESurvey to complete the 5–10 minute survey by October 30!

WOLMAN FAMILIES — WE’RE LIVE!

The Student Directory + Classroom Communities are officially live! Create your FREE account at www.wolmanpta.org and opt in to connect with classmates, find Wolman families, and stay in the loop.

The more Wolman families who join, the more useful these tools become—so register, opt in, and help us build a more connected Wolman community!

Once signed in, find the Directory under Communications → Directory. Your Classroom Community link will appear in the top navigation bar.

Already registered but don’t see your family? Go to My Account → Directory & Publish Preferences → “Yes.”

Pro tip: Download the Membership Toolkit app for easy access on the go!

Want to get your car detailed while you're teaching, working, or just home watching Netflix? We are partnering with Von's Auto Detailing to offer a discount on their services, while receiving a portion of proceeds for our school!

Fun Run is getting a makeover! Introducing the Turkey Trot—and this year, we’re keeping 100% of your donations! No third party, no platform fees, just your PTA. Every dollar supports our amazing student programs and events, staff hospitality, and recess upgrades.

It all kicks off October 29th with 10 EXCITING raffle prizes, and every registered student earns a chance to win! Get ready to gobble, trot, and help us reach our $40,000 goal!

Volunteers Needed!

Signup here: https://signup.com/go/gyeKdLn

Lunch Raffle Helpers (11/3-11/5) Setup/Takedown Helpers (11/6)

Hello All parents, we are excited for our Discover Learning event coming up in just a few weeks. We need your help to make this event successful and we ask that you sign up using the link below. More information to come!

We are excited for our kiddos and we know that they will have an amazing morning.

https://signup.com/mobileweb/2.0/vspot.html?activitykey=47197733405#anonymous_invite_page

Save the Date! Wolman's Thankful Party Is Coming!

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 20!

We're getting ready for a fun-filled fall celebration featuring games, crafts, music, and activities for all Wolman students. More details and volunteer opportunities will be shared soon.

We can't wait to gather, play, and give thanks together!

Holiday cards that give back to Wolman? Yes, please!

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You save 20%, and Wolman PTA receives 10% back! It’s a win-win for everyone! Every purchase helps us continue funding the amazing programs and experiences our students enjoy throughout the year!

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Use code: FUNDRAISEWOLMAN

No Tricks! Yearbooks are a Treat!!!

—Reserve your yearbook— and relive the memories for years to come!

Order Your Yearbook Here

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01121137

CELEBRATE YOUR EXPLORER

Make your Explorer’s year unforgettable! Purchase a Yearbook Recognition Ad and give them a special keepsake they’ll treasure forever.

Yearbook Recognition Ad
www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads

Monday, October 26

• Specialty Day: 3

• Book Character Pumpkin Extravaganza Week

• 4th Grade Field Trip - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., OLC (Peoples, Gonzales, Jefferson)

• Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m., Board Room LINK

• Tuesday, October 27

• Specialty Day: 4

• Choir Rehearsal - 7:30 a.m.

• 4th Grade Field Trip - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; OLC (Miser, Campbell, Contreras)

Wednesday, October 28

• Specialty Day: 1

• 50th Day of School

• 4th Grade Field Trip - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; OLC (Hall, Pitts, Stanberry)

Thursday, October 29

• Specialty Day: 2

• Choir Rehearsal - 7:30 a.m.

• Fun Run Pep Rally - 9:25 a.m. (4th - 5th) ; 2:30 p.m. (Kinder - 3rd)

Friday, October 30

• Specialty Day: 3
• No Lunch Visitors

Monday, November 2

• Campus Professional Learning Day - No Students
• School Psychology Week

Tuesday, November 3

• Specialty Day: 1
• Fun Run Week
• Choir Rehearsal - 7:30 a.m.
• 5th Grade Fishing Trip - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; Outdoor Learning Center (Huss, Van Epp, Hernandez, Mayberry)
• Read Deed Run - 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. LGI

Wednesday, November 4

• Specialty Day: 2
• No Lunch Visitors
• 5th Grade Fishing Trip - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; Outdoor Learning Center (Leskey, Mitchell, Horton, Huddle)
• 5th House Leader Meeting - 4:30 p.m., Room 509

Thursday, November 5

• Specialty Day: 3
• No Lunch Visitors
• Choir Rehearsal - 7:30 a.m.
• PTA Board Meeting - 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.; LGI
• PTA Chair Meeting - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; LGI
• PTA Homeroom Parent Meeting - 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.; LGI

Friday, November 6

• Specialty Day: 0
• No Lunch Visitors
• Fun Run Turkey Trot during Specials - 8:35 - 9:25 a.m. (4th); 9:30 - 10:20 a.m. (5th); 10:25 - 11:15 a.m. (3rd); 12:35 - 1:25 ( Pre K, Kinder, SPED); 1:30 - 2:20 p.m.(2nd), 2:25 - 3:15 p.m. (1st); Soccer Field

School Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:40 p.m. (Doors open at 8:10 a.m. ; "All Explorers in by 8:20 a.m.")

Wolman Elementary website: CLICK HERE

Wolman Elementary School Phone Number: 281-234-1700

Wolman Elementary School Fax Number: 281-644-1875

Wolman Elementary Facebook page: “Ray and Jamie Wolman Elementary School”

Home Access Center: CLICK HERE

Family Technology Resources & Support: CLICK HERE

Wolman Elementary PTA website: CLICK HERE

Katy ISD website: CLICK HERE

Katy ISD On the Go Mobile App – you can find in the App store

PayNGo (Meal Account): CLICK HERE

School Cafe (Menus): CLICK HERE

Bus Route Finder: CLICK HERE

RJWE Birthday Book Club form coming soon

Instructional Calendar 2025-26 : CLICK HERE

Lunch Menus Click Here

Bus Transportation CLICK HERE

Bus FAQ CLICK HERE

Student Code of Conduct CLICK HERE

Registration Information CLICK HERE

RJWE Change of Transportation Form 2025-26

Student Absence Reporting Link: https://www.katyisd.org/domain/5263

#RJWEKidsFirst (Twitter)

Wolman PTA Facebook

kellydricks@katyisd.org

School Phone Number (281) 234 1700

School Fax Number (281) 644 1875

Website: http://www.katyisd.org/campus/RJWE/Pages/default.aspx
Location: 28727 North Firethorne Road, Katy, TX, United States
Phone: 281-234-1700
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