Woodard Howler
November 2026 Edition
Principal Message
Remind 101 to Parent Square
The district has launched a new platform named Parent Square to facilitate communication between parents and teachers. This platform will replace Remind 101, it launched August 7th. In January 2027, Parent Square will replace School Messenger. It is important that you sign up for Parent Square now so that the transition is seamless.
Important links
Woodard website link for all up-to-date school info.
Parent Information Card for quick reference school information.
The Howler (Parent Newsletter) and Important Flyers link.
School Messenger link—To receive District and Woodard updates via email, phone messages, and texts.
School Cash to register and pay for items (Woodard is a cashless school)
School Clubs link. <-- Please click the link to find Fall Clubs/Activites information.
- VIPS Sign-Up Genius for all Volunteer Opportunities - Please check Facebook for future events!
Character Day Parade was a big success as our staff and students got into the event and took it to the top. This is a 12 year tradition at Woodard and our kids look forward to sharing their love of reading through their participation.
It is hard to beleive we are already in the month of Novermber. As we prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving Break, let's all pause and look at the many things we have to be thankful for this year. Our students are amazing, our staff is amazing, our parents are amazing, and we are all blessed to serve in this community. Teamwork and collaboration have led us to the "A" rating with all distinction designations that we have achieved. Students, staff and parents had to be ALL IN and work together to achieve this. I am so thankful we get to work at Woodard. We should all truly blessed and thankful.
I get to work with the HR Department at many of the teacher career fairs. This year is no exception as I get to bring back the best of the best teachers to Woodard each year. It is such a valuable experience for me and an opportunity to continue bringing staff on board to continue our culture of excellence.
Our goal everday is to make sure every Woodard Wolf has an amazing academic year filled with learning, growth, fun, and unforgettable experiences!
Let’s keep working together and make this the BEST academic school year EVER!
Susan Brenz, Principal
Woodard Spirit store is now open!
Multicultural Night
From the Registrar
Changes in Parent Contact Information
In Texas, parents/guardians are required to provide in writing their address, phone number, and email address upon enrollment of a student and within the first two weeks of each school year. If the parent’s contact information changes during the school year, the parent must update their contact information within two weeks of the change (Tex. Educ. Code § 26.0125).
If your contact information has changed recently, please contact our registrar, Mrs. Esther Rodriguez, to update your records. You can reach her at 281-213-8235 or by email esther.rodriguez@cfisd.net
Thank you for helping us stay connected and keeping your child’s information current.
Woodard Administrative Team
School Cafe News!
Free/Reduced Lunch Applications - A NEW APPLICATION IS REQUIRED EVERY YEAR
The 2026-2027 Free and Reduced Lunch Application is now available on Schoolcafe.com. All applications prior to July 13, 2026, will no longer be valid after the first 30 school days (September 23rd). Applications need to be filled out each school year, and we encourage you to fill out this year’s application now. The application can be filled out electronically at schoolcafe.com (users will need to sign into an existing School Cafe account or create a new one).
Please call 281-897-4550 or email freeandreduced@cfisd.net if you have any questions or need assistance with the application process.
VIPS
2026-2027: VIPS Meetings
All Woodard VIPS meetings are @ 9:00 AM
Dates are:11/9, 2/8/2027, 4/5/2027
Vips meeting will be emailed out to all after the meeting.
Woodard Event Calendar
Extra Curricular Activities-
Extra Curricular Activities
Flyers are being updated for the 26-27 school year. When they are ready they will be linked to
our school website.
All payment will be through school cash.
Assistant Principals
Dress Code
A student’s dress code must be in compliance with the Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. Parents are expected to be knowledgeable and supportive of the dress and grooming guidelines. Please review the Student Handbook to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment for all students that is free of distractions. Students in violation of the dress code will need to have a phone call to the parent for a change of clothes. If the parent/guardian is unavailable, the student may be given a change of clothes from the nurse’s office.
Personal Communication Devices
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.
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 school year.
Code of Conduct
Parents,
As we continue building a safe, respectful, and positive school culture, we ask that you provide daily reminders and conversations at home about the following expectations:
- Follow all school and classroom expectations.
- Show respect to themselves, their peers, teachers, staff, and school property.
- Make responsible choices that contribute to a positive school culture.
- Recognize unsafe or concerning behaviors and know how to report them to a trusted adult.
- Follow all expectations while riding the CFISD school bus, including demonstrating safe, respectful, and responsible behavior.
Our students have reviewed these expectations with their teachers and campus staff, and we are now focusing on putting these expectations into practice every day.
Your partnership makes a difference! Please take a few minutes each day to talk with your student about making safe, respectful, and responsible choices at school and on the bus. Together, we can help our Woodard Wolves make choices that promote a safe, positive, and successful learning environment for everyone!
Nurse Notes
Link to the CFISD Health Services Website: CFISD Health Resources
School Nurse: Leah Lyell, RN, BSN
Clinic # 281-213-8240 l Fax # 281-373-2304 l Main #281-373-2303
Email: leahnina.lyell@cfisd.net
What is happening in the clinic
- Immunizations: Email leahnina.lyell@cfisd.net with any updated immunization records
- Medication at school: All medications must be brought to school by a parent or guardian. This includes cough drops and bug repellent. The clinic cannot accept or administer holistic, vitamins, or non FDA approved medications.
- Action Plans: Emergency Medication must include an Action Plan for 2026-2027. Action Plans and other forms: CFISD Health Forms
- Review CFISD Medication Policy before bringing medication to school.
- When to keep sick children at home: CFISD Keeping Sick Children at Home
- Fever: A child must remain home with fever equal to or > 100° F and may only return after he/she has been fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medicine such as Tylenol or Motrin.
- Diarrhea/Vomiting: A child with diarrhea and/or vomiting must stay at home and may return to school only after being symptom-free for 24 hours.
LINKS:
CFISD Keeping Sick Children at HomeI CFISD Health Forms I CFISD Medication Policy
Counselor's Updates
PACK Parent Volunteer Opportunity: If interested, please contact Mr. Rankin at Robert.Rankin@cfisd.net
Grounding Activities for Children
5 Ways to Promote Children’s Healthy Mental Development from The American Academy of Pediatrics
Helpful Breathing Strategies to Reduce Stress
🌟 READY, SET, SCHOOL! 🌟
Gifted and Talented Testing Opportunity
Title 1 Campus Information
Please review our Parent and Family Engagement Policy & School-Parent Compact for 2025-2026.Parent Survey Link
Parents Right To Know
As a parent of a student at a campus receiving Title I funds, federal law allows you to ask for information about the certification, college major, and advanced degrees of your child’s teacher(s). You also have the right to request information about the qualifications of a teacher, aide or paraprofessional providing direct services to your child. If you would like to receive this information, you may contact the Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. Human Resources Department at 281-897-4099.
AVISO A LOS PADRES
Como padre o madre de un estudiante en una escuela recibiendo fondos del Título I, la ley federal le permite pedir información acerca de la certificación, especialidad, y grados avanzados del maestro de su niño. Usted también tiene el derecho de pedir información sobre las calificaciones de un ayudante de maestro o paraprofesional que proporciona servicios directos a su niño. Si desea recibir esta información, usted puede comunicarse con el Departamento de Recursos Humanos de Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D. llamando al 281-897-4099.
PBIS
PBIS is a school-wide approach to discipline for creating safer and more effective schools. The process focuses on improving a school’s ability to teach and support positive behavior for all students.
♦ Students are acknowledged for consistent POSITIVE behavior.
♦ Direct instruction, comprehension, and practice of expectations will occur throughout the year.
♦ With PBIS, instructional time is more effectively used for teaching and the overall school environment is calm and conducive to learning.
♦ PBIS allows parents/guardians and Matrices are reviewed and posted throughout the building. Consistent PACK language is used by students and staff to ensure expectations are clear.
♦ Students will grow their social skills and ability to respond to situational stressors positively.
♦ Replacement behaviors will be taught as necessary to ensure the success of the students in school and life!
Bringing Out the Best
Our district implements the Bringing Out the Best program to support character education across all grade levels. This initiative highlights a different character trait each month—such as respect, responsibility, and integrity—reinforcing these essential skills through campus activities, classroom connections, and student recognition. By embedding these traits into the school culture, the program supports the development of well-rounded students while meeting state expectations for character instruction across all grade bands.
Woodard Pre-Service Teachers
Transportation Reminders
Arrival
Car rider Drop off begins @ 8:10 and ends @ 8:38
- when our staff needs to return to their regular duty. Doors will closes promptly at 8:38 AM. You will need to park and escort your student(s) to the front desk. Class meetings start promptly 8:40 AM.
Dismissal and Notes
How to Write a Note to Change Transportation / Leave Early
- NO emails or text messages will be accepted for leave early or transportation changes.
- All transportation changes must be in writing and must go through the front desk. You may send the note with the student or fax it with a copy of your ID to 281-373-2304.to the front office prior to 3:00 PM. No changes will be made after 3:30 PM.
- If you’re picking up your child past 2:30, park in the second parking lot where buses load & walk to the front office in order to avoid getting stuck in the car rider pick-up line.
CLUB REWIND 2026-2027
Dear CFISD Families,
Get ready—Club Rewind registration for the 2026–2027 school year opens on Friday, April 24, 2026!
Spots fill quickly each year, and registration does not roll over, so this is your moment to secure your child’s place in a program filled with engaging activities, caring staff, and a safe, fun environment before and after school.
We encourage you to mark your calendar and register early to ensure your child doesn’t miss out on another amazing year with Club Rewind.
You can view next year’s rates and complete your registration by clicking the links below.
We can’t wait to welcome your family back for another great year!
Club Rewind 2026-2027 Rate Sheet
Club Rewind Sprouts 2026-2027 Rate Sheet
Club Rewind and Club Rewind Sprouts Registration
For additional information, please visit www.cfisd.net/clubrewind or call 281-807-8900.
SB 10 - Compliance & Facility Standards
Under TEC 1.0041, school districts are required to display privately donated signage of the Ten Commandments when it meets specific statutory criteria.
Our campus is following standard district operations to comply with Texas state law regarding these posters, which are displayed as passive building fixtures and are not designated or approved for instructional use. Available donated inventory is being systematically across dedicated classroom spaces. Because this is managed under a uniform district-wide protocol, any further questions or requests for detailed information are being handled centrally by the Office of the Chief of Staff, and I will be glad to forward your inquiry.
Since these posters are not used for instruction with students, nor are they used as a supplemental aide to teach students, we will refer any student questions to be handled at home with the student's parents.
