Cougar Nation News
August 2025
🏫 A Message from the Principal
Dear Students, Families, and Guardians,
October is a busy and exciting time at our school. As we settle into the heart of the semester, I want to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Our students are engaging in learning, building connections, and showing great progress, and it's clear that our school community is stronger when we work together.
This month, we’re emphasizing the importance of consistent attendance. Every class matters, and showing up each day helps students stay on track academically, socially, and emotionally. Please help us reinforce the message that being present is key to success.
As the fall season brings cooler weather and shorter days, it also brings opportunities for growth, whether through upcoming assessments, extracurricular activities, or preparing for college and career pathways. Encourage your student to stay focused, ask for help when needed, and take pride in their efforts.
Thank you for being an essential part of our school community. We look forward to a successful and productive October!
Warm regards,
Daniel Garcia, Principal.
Go Cougars! 🐾🐾
Fan Shirt Sale
Homecoming garter/mum sale.
Jr. Cougar Clinic
Phones AWAY for the DAY
I want to share an important update about a new state law that will impact all Texas schools, including Pflugerville ISD.
Beginning this school year, a new law, House Bill 1481, requires that students not use personal devices during school hours. This means that from the first bell at (9:00 am) to the last at (4:15 pm), students must keep items like cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, tablets, and gaming devices put away and out of sight. The law applies to any personal wireless device that can send or receive data, unless it's been issued by the school for instructional purposes.
Here’s what this means in everyday terms:
- Personal cell phones, tablets, gaming devices, smartwatches, Bluetooth headphones or earbuds, and even fitness trackers that can send or receive messages must stay stored away during the school day.
- There are exceptions for students with documented medical needs or special education accommodations
This law aims to help students stay focused, reduce distractions, and create a safer and more respectful learning environment for everyone.
What Devices are Restricted:
Personal cell phones
Tablets
Gaming devices
Smart watches
Bluetooth headphones or earbuds
Fitness trackers that can send or receive messages
Personal computers not being used for instructional purposes
Two-way radios
Pagers
Any other device capable of digital communication.
📅 Attendance Matters!
Did you know that regular school attendance is one of the biggest factors in student success? When students miss school, even just a day or two each month, it can add up quickly and impact learning.
Why Attendance Matters:
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Builds strong learning habits
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Keeps students on track academically
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Helps students feel connected and involved
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Prepares students for future responsibilities
Let’s work together to build a culture of showing up—because every day counts!
Targeted Improvement Plan
As part of state accountability requirements, our campus is developing a Targeted Improvement Plan to address areas of need and ensure improved outcomes for our students. Your input is an important part of this process.
Here you will find a draft of the Targeted Improvement Plan. We invite you to review the plan and share your feedback or suggestions so that we can strengthen it together.
We invite you to our Targeted Improvement Plan meeting 10/8 at 5:30 pm at our school.
Student's Chromebook 💻
Parents, please make sure this is completed before Tuesday so your student is ready to use their Chromebook. Click the link provided.
Enter your student’s S number using a capital S (example: S123456).
You will see two boxes — one green and one blue.
In the top green box, click the word “here” (it will be hyperlinked) to view the Chromebook policy.
The Chromebook Agreement Form will open as a PDF. You may notice two scroll bars:
The scroll bar closest to the right edge of your phone screen will let you move the PDF out of the way.
Scroll down to reach the signature section at the bottom.
Sign and submit the form online.
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Student's are issued a school Chromebook to support learning both in and out of the classroom. Here is helpful information and link for parent agreement.
- Care & Responsibility: Chromebooks should be handled carefully. Students should avoid dropping or damaging their device.
- Technical Support: If a Chromebook is not working properly, please follow tips in image below or call Help Desk 512.594.0212
- Acceptable use: Chromebooks are for school-related work only. Students must follow the school's technology use policy.
We encourage families to review these guidelines with their students to ensure a successful and productive school year.
Your admin team
- Mr. Daniel Garcia (Principal) Committed to building strong connections between school and home, ensuring every Cougar feels a sense of belonging and pride in our community.
- Mr. Mike Adams (9th Grade) Supporting our newest Cougars as they transition into High School, discover opportunities and lay a strong foundation for the years ahead.
- Mr. Devin Chappell (10th Grade) Guiding sophomores as they build confidence, grow academically and start planning for future pathways.
- Mrs. Grace Zamorano (11th Grade) Helping juniors balance the challenge of advanced coursework, extracurriculars, and preparation for life after High School.
- Mrs. Yolanda Wilkins (12th Grade) Partnering with seniors as they lead the way, celebrate traditions, and prepare for graduation and their next steps.
Our Administrative team is here to support every Cougar, every step of the way.
Class of 2026 🎓
🎓👨🏻🎓👩🏻🎓Attention Seniors & Senior Parents:
Graduation order time will be here before you know it & is right around the corner.
Please plan accordingly as online orders will start the week of October 20th for your custom Connally cap & gown, Class Ring & graduation announcements etc.
Graduation Items can be ordered individually or as Graduation Packages.
Stay tuned for more information and online ordering instructions.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 & Go Cougars!!
