Spillane Middle 25-26 (21)

Dear Spillane Parents and Guardians,

I hope you and your family have had a wonderful week. As we approach the absolute final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to all of you. Thank you for a truly fantastic year. It has been an absolute joy to watch your students grow, learn, and achieve so much over the past many months.

To our 8th-grade families: we are going to miss this incredible class of Spartans more than words can say. They have left a lasting mark on Spillane, and while we are sad to see them go, we wish them nothing but the absolute best as they head off to high school.

Looking Ahead: Staying Focused in the Final Days

As we head into the final three days of school, we need your partnership. We would love for you to have a candid conversation with your child about finishing the year strong. Historically, we sometimes see students—even those who have never been in trouble all year—lose their focus a bit and make poor choices when they feel summer approaching.

To ensure a safe, positive, and predictable environment, we want to provide the structure our middle schoolers truly need. Please partner with us on the following expectations for the final days:

• Rules & Dress Code: Students are expected to be in full dress code and follow all standard school rules and expectations through the very last day of school.

• Backpack & Device Policy: On the final day of school, clear backpacks and lunch kits (that meet the district policy) will be allowed. This ensures that any personal electronic devices are properly stowed away so we can continue to enforce state law regarding devices at school.

Our goal is to maintain a normal, structured environment as much as possible so everyone can enjoy the end of the year safely.

Final Day Celebrations!

We have some incredibly fun things planned for our last day together! Below in this newsletter, you will find details on two major events:

• Positive Reward Recess: This is a special celebration on the last day for students who qualify. Please note: All school fines and fees must be paid in full for your student to be invited to this fun event.

• 8th Grade Clap Out: A beloved new tradition! All of our students will get to be a part of celebrating our 8th graders as they walk the halls one last time. Details and timing are listed below.

Thank you again for your unwavering support, your trust, and your partnership throughout this school year. It has been an honor to serve your families.

Have a wonderful, restful Memorial Day weekend, and let's finish this year Spartan Strong!

Warmly,

Jamie Brotemarkle

Principal, Spillane Middle School

On May 28th, 7th period, around 2:20 PM, we will celebrate our incredible 8th graders as they complete their three-year journey at Spillane Middle School. To honor their hard work, growth, and middle school memories, we will have an 8th Grade Student Walk – this event marks their final steps through our halls before they head off to high school being cheered on by staff and all Spartan students.

• Dear Parents and Guardians,

  As we prepare for a successful transition into the next school year and wrap up our current year, we have a few important reminders from our Spillane clinic. Please review the following deadlines regarding immunizations and medication pick-up.

  Upcoming 7th Grade Immunization Requirements

  To ensure your student is ready for the first day of 7th grade, please submit all required immunization records to the clinic as soon as possible.

  Please Note: State law requires updated records to be on file for all incoming 7th graders. To avoid any delays in receiving your student’s class schedule for the upcoming school year, please ensure these documents are turned in promptly.

  Medication Pick-Up Schedule

  We are now beginning the process of returning student medications. Please take note of the following deadlines:

  • General Medications: Please make arrangements to pick up your student's medication by Thursday, May 21st, no later than 2:30 PM.

  • Emergency Medications: Life-saving medications (such as EpiPens, inhalers, or seizure medication) may remain in the clinic until the final day of school, Thursday, May 28th.

  Important Policy Reminder: Per CFISD policy, any medications not collected by the end of the school day on Thursday, May 28th, must be safely disposed of. We cannot keep medications on campus over the summer break.

  Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students healthy and ensuring a smooth transition into the next grade level. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school clinic directly.

EPI Prepackaged school supplies are available to order until Monday, May 31st. Supplies will be delivered to Spillane and can be picked up at Spartan Express Day on August 6, 2026. If you are unable to attend Spartan Express Day, we will make sure your child's supplies are given to them at school.

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Enter School ID: SPI014 (3 numbers/3 letters)

All students participated in spring Code of Conduct presentations led by their grade-level Assistant Principals (we do this two times per year). These sessions served as a reminder of campus expectations and an opportunity for students to reset and refocus. A copy of the presentation is linked below for you to review with your Spartan.

As a reminder, we will continue enforcing key campus policies, including:

• Tardies (Arriving to school after 7:45 a.m. will only be excused with a doctor’s note)
• Student ID badge requirements and fees (Charges for missing or lost badges)
• Dress code

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

We would genuinely appreciate it if all parents and guardians of our car riders would take a few minutes to watch our car rider tips and tricks. Please remind any student walking across the street to use the intersection where Officer Pacheco is located. Parents and students cannot walk through our parking lot during arrival and dismissal times for student safety.

A new Texas law (House Bill 1481) requires school districts to prohibit student use of all personal communication devices during the school day. Therefore, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is updating its personal communication device policy.

For the 2025-2026 school year, the use of all personal communication devices is prohibited during the school day. Devices must be turned off and stored in the student’s personal bag or backpack at all times.

Please review the law and FAQ below with your student(s) prior to the start of the 2025-26 school year.

In accordance with state law, students must be in attendance for at least 90% of the days a class is offered in order to receive credit or a final grade. This requirement applies regardless of whether absences are excused or unexcused.

*Exception: Students with a documented severe or life-threatening illness may qualify for an exemption through the Attendance Committee review process.

If you have any questions regarding your child’s attendance or how it may impact credit, please reach out to our attendance office.

SPILLANE SPARTANS

Email: spillane@cfisd.net

Website: Home - Spillane Middle School (cfisd.net)

Podcast: Spillane Spartacast

Location: 13403 Woods Spillane Blvd. Cypress, TX 77433, USA
Phone: 281-213-1645