Parent Newsletter - 9-5

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I hope everyone is enjoying the school year so far! We are off to a great start, and it has been such a joy to see our students learning, growing, and building connections.

This month, we would like to begin a new tradition of recognizing our incredible staff. Each month, parents will have the opportunity to nominate staff members who have made a positive impact—whether academically or emotionally—on their child for the YES!! Award. This is a wonderful way for you to partner with us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff.

If you would like to recognize a teacher or staff member, please take a moment to fill out the form linked below by Wednesday, September 10th. Your words of appreciation go a long way in encouraging and uplifting our staffulty.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetSmfF0RVPXs3CjfO6pKtgG6q-ZkaCX14sJ_MP44C4E19f0Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101226419142039545922

Together, we will continue to make a lasting impact on our community.

Sincerely,
Andrew Hohman
Principal, Young Elementary

Parents, please consider joining PTO. They do an amazing job supporting our staff and students! We are grateful for the Young PTO!

Form - https://forms.gle/q8dcAKxTFQCgqbjW9

Payment - http://my.cheddarup.com/c/young-pto-membership-2025-2026

• 9/8-9/11 - Book Fair
• 9/9 - Grandfriend's Night 5:00-6:30
• 9/11 - PTO Spirit Table 7:00-7:30
• 9/16 - 6 Week Progress Reports go home
• 9/18 - Field Day
• 9/18 - PTO Spirit Table 7:00-7:30
• 9/22 - Homecoming Week
• 9/22 - Karate and Character PE
• 9/25 - PTO Spirit Table 7:00-7:30
• 9/25 - Homecoming Pep Rally
• 9/26 - Homecoming 7pm

Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/youngelementaryschool4

#ScholasticBookFairs

Do you know a student who loves to think outside the box, ask big questions, and explore creative solutions? Decatur ISD’s Gifted & Talented (GT) Program nurtures creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership. GT testing for students grades 1–5 is available.

1-5th Testing Referral Window: September 22 – October 9
Nominate / Refer for testing and help your Eagle soar to new heights!

Parent GT testing referral form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x9di1lCCpG1iRFwdJpkOJ4SG-w7cXb_5aCedtEcExMk/pub

For more information,

attend our GT informational parent meeting for 1-5th grade: 9/16 @ STEM Enis-- 6pm

visit our Decatur ISD website:

https://www.decaturisd.us/page/teaching-and-learning-advanced-academics

or contact Ms. V: violet.wilson@decaturisd.u

A message from Coach Harrison!

Help us ensure every child comes to school with confidence and comfort! Many students in our community lack properly fitting shoes, which impacts their ability to learn, play, and thrive. By supporting our Shoes That Fit Fundraiser, you’ll provide new, well-fitting shoes to children who need them most. Together, we can make sure no child is held back by something as simple as shoes.

Every dollar makes a difference—thank you for helping us change lives, one pair at a time!

You can find out more about the organization and their event Eagle Shoe Bank- "Shoes that Fit- Confidence that Soars" Event:

We are starting to get nominations in for students who are going above and beyond to practice our Character Trait of the month! I LOVE getting to recognize our students for having excellent character!

Keep having conversations at home that talk about what being responsible looks like and sounds like at school and outside of school!

If you have any questions or think I could be of help to your family at any point-please reach out!

courtney.cordova@decaturisd.us

(940) 393-7446

Sincerely,

Mrs. Cordova