September 6, 2026

GRE Month-at-a-Glance

Please note the following updates to this month's calendar.

*Watch D.O.G.S. Kick-Off will be rescheduled. The new date is coming soon.

*The general PTO meeting time has been updated on September 17th to 9:00 am.

Check out our Year at a Glance Calendar! It includes important dates, events, performances, holidays, and more. We’ll continue updating it throughout the year, so be sure to check back often!

CHS Spirit Days

Join us, let's show our Tiger Pride and Dress up to support our favorite football team!

THIS WEEK: 9/11/26 CHS vs. Waller

Wear your Red, White, & Blue for a Patriotic Day

Read for a Better Life

Gordon-Reed Families, join us to celebrate the love of reading for CISD's annual Read for a Better Life. We will dress up the week of September 14th and would love you to sign up to read to our students on Wednesday, September 16th. Click the picture above to sign-up.

Picture Day is Coming Wednesday, September 16th

Picture Day is coming up on 09/16/2026! Order before Picture Day to receive free shipping to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0491SYF.

Gordon-Reed's Order Code is 0491SYF.

CHS Homecoming Week

Bus service does not start the day a request is submitted. Changes require processing time:

Submitted Monday–Wednesday: Service begins Friday
Submitted Thursday–Friday: Service begins the following Tuesday

Transportation Website

SMARTtag Parent App (transportation)

Gordon-Reed's Staff Favorite Things List

We know many of our families love to show appreciation for our incredible team throughout the school year.

To make it easier whenever you want to celebrate a milestone, say thank you, or send a special treat, we’ve put together a list of our staff’s favorite things!

GRE Staff Favorites

PE Shoe Reminder: Wear Tennis Shoes Daily!

To ensure every student stays active, safe, and fully ready to participate in PE, please make sure your child wears tennis shoes (sneakers) to school every day for PE.

Proper footwear prevents slips, protects joints, and lets students comfortably join in on all games and activities.

Thank you for helping us keep gym time fun and safe for everyone!

4th Grade Music Performance: Rock & Roll!

Mark your calendars! Our 4th grade students will take the stage for a fun 1950s & 60s Rock & Roll themed performance!

Thursday, October 1st
Performance: 6:00 p.m.
4th Grade Student Arrival: 5:30 p.m.

More information has been emailed directly to 4th grade families. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Catherine Stahlecker at cstahlecker@conroeisd.net .

We can't wait to see our Cubs rock the stage!

September is Suicide Awareness Month

It's ok to not be ok, and it's ok to ask for help.

It's important to know where you can find resources and support if you or someone in your family is struggling with their mental health. Visit nami.org for resources or call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org

Handbook Highlight

Student Health, Wellness, & Support

Clinic & Student Health

Gordon-Reed Elementary has trained personnel available to care for students during the school day. Mrs. Leon, our school nurse, is a Registered Nurse (RN) and is supported by a clinic assistant trained in CPR and first aid. Parents/guardians should complete an electronic Student Health Form for each child at the beginning of the school year either upon enrollment or during the Student Verification process in August. Please document al health conditions, allergies, medications, or other concerns and communicate any important information directly with our clinic staff. When Your Child Is Sick: If your child will be absent due to illness, please notify the school and include Nurse Leon (nleon@conroeisd.net) and Registrar Blanca Arredondo (barredondo@conroeisd.net). Students with certain illnesses or communicable conditions may be required to remain home in accordance with state guidelines. Students with a fever of 100°F or higher must remain home until they have been fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication. Contact the clinic if you are unsure whether your child should attend school. Medication at School: Whenever possible, families are encouraged to administer medication before or after school. Medication that must be given during the school day must be brought to and picked up from school by a parent/guardian or designated adult. Prescription and non-prescription medications must be in the original, properly labeled container, and the school must have a written and dated request from the parent/guardian before medication can be administered. Please refer to the CISD Student Handbook for complete requirements and additional information regarding medication and student health.

School Counseling Program

The Gordon-Reed counseling program helps build Cub Pride through classroom and small-group lessons, individual support, and school-wide activities. Throughout the year, students will focus on Gratitude, Respect, Responsibility, Celebration, Giving, Citizenship, Preparation, Grit, and Caring. These core values help our Cubs build positive relationships, make responsible choices, develop resilience, and grow into kind, confident, and caring members of our school community.

School Meals & Child Nutrition

Menus & Meal Information: Breakfast and lunch are available each school day. Menus, meal prices, and additional information can be found on the CISD Child Nutrition website.

Free & Reduced-Price Meals: Families must submit a new application each school year, even if they qualified previously. Applications can be completed through MySchoolApps or requested from the school. Eligibility may provide benefits beyond school meals, including reduced fees, internet access, and other programs, while also supporting school funding.

Meal Accounts: Families can monitor and add funds to meal accounts through MySchoolBucks. Cash or checks may also be sent to school following CISD Child Nutrition guidelines. Families wi l be notified of negative balances. After 15 days of meal charges (approximately $78), students wi l receive an alternate meal until funds are added. Please contact us if your family needs assistance. For questions, contact Cafeteria Manager Tammy Long at 936-709-4819 or visit the CISD Child Nutrition website.

Meal prices for the 2026-2027 School Year

Full Price Student Breakfast: $2.00 (Reduced: $0.00)

Non-Student or 2nd Breakfast: $3.50

Full Price Student Lunch: $3.20 (Reduced: $0.00)

Non-Student or 2nd Lunch: $5.20

GRE Student Handbook 2026-2027

Read the full GRE Student Handbook here.

FROM OUR PTO

Spirit Night at 16 Handles

Treat your family to something sweet while supporting Gordon-Reed Elementary! Join us at 16 Handles Woodforest on Thursday, September 10 from 3:30–8:00 PM. Be sure to mention Gordon-Reed Elementary or show the Spirit Night image, and a portion of your purchase will be donated back to our school.

Grab some froyo, bring your fellow Cubs, and make it a sweet night for GRE!

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Be a School Sponsor!

Our PTO is looking for sponsors to help fun our school-wide field trip and field day shirts! Take a look at the tiers below if you’re interested.

Sapphire $500

Advertisement on all PTO social media platforms
Sponsor name displayed in text on campus bulletin board throughout the year
Sponsor name displayed in text on the PTO website linked to your website
Sponsor name displayed in text on our official school shirt worn by all students & staff

Gold $650

Advertisement on all PTO social media platforms
Logo on campus bulletin board throughout the year
Logo on the PTO website, linked to your website
Logo displayed on digital sign in front of school 1 week in the fall and 1 week in the spring
Logo on the back of our official school shirt worn by all students & staff

Platinum $1,200

Everything included in the Gold level
PLUS:

3'x6' vinyl banner with your logo hung on the fence facing McCaleb Road

If you're ready to sponsor, you can drop-off a check made out to Gordon-Reed PTO or donate online. Please email gordonreedpto@gmail.com for more information.

PTO Meeting

Updated Time on PTO Meeting

Join our wonderful PTO on September 17th at 9:00 am for the first meeting of the year! Learn about the fun plans that are coming up and how you can get involved.

PTO Website

PTO Facebook Page

See What’s Happening by Grade

Curious about what your child is up to this month?

Explore the links below to check out all the exciting activities and learning happening throughout September!

Life Skills (Mericle)

Life Skills (Brenner)

HELPFUL LINKS

2026-2027 School Supply List

2026-2027 School Calendar

Parent Portal LInk

To access the Parent Portal, please login using the email address you have on file with your student. A phone number will not work. Contact your student’s campus if you need to update your email address.

Transportation Website

SMARTtag Parent App (transportation)

GRE Family Assistance Form

Free & Reduced Lunch Applications

Gordon-Reed Breakfast/Lunch Menu

Gordon-Reed Elementary Website

SEPAC September Newsletter

Each month, the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) will put out a newsletter for our families whose students receive special education services. They will be featured in this newsletter.