Kohlberg Elementary Newletter
Week of 2-16-26
We are so proud of our Coyotes! Our recent interim results show that students continue to grow at strong rates, and this progress would not be possible without your continued support at home. Thank you for partnering with us and for your encouragement throughout this past week.
We would also like to extend a big thank-you to all of our families who participated in our Cane’s fundraiser. The turnout was wonderful, and the funds raised will go directly toward student and teacher incentives that support a positive learning environment on our campus.
As we move into the final weeks before intersession, we want to remind families that these weeks remain focused on instruction. Daily attendance is essential to ensure students continue building on their growth and stay on track academically.
Thank you for your ongoing support of our Coyotes—we truly appreciate you!
IMPORTANT DATES
Every Monday
Wear your college or military shirt
Monday, February 16th
Wear your favorite team attire
Reading and Writing 5th grade TELPAS
Tuesday, February 17th
Wear your Kohlberg shirts
Wednesday, February 18th
Wear your favorite superhero
Thursday, February 19th
Wear neon
Lunch Bunch 11-1
1st Grade Choir Performance
Friday, February 20th
Wear your pajamas
Monday, February 23rd
RLA CBA Grades 3-5
Tuesday, February 24th
Math CBA Grades 3-5
Wednesday, February 24th
Science CBA Grades 3-5
Thursday, February 26th
Social Studies CBA Grades 3-5
Friday, February 27th
Fitness Friday
PTA Karaoke Party 3:30 to 5:00 pm
Texas Honor Roll
Kohlberg Elementary made the 2025 Texas Honor Roll! Honor Roll schools represent campuses that were comprehensively higher performing on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) Reading Language Arts and Math Assessments, for all cohorts of student populations served, and that are improving outcomes for historically underserved student populations. Congratulations to our Coyotes and their teachers.
Kindness Week
Kindness Day
EP Science Festival
Donors Choose for PreK3
First Grade Performance
EPISD TEACHER OF THE YEAR SEMI FINALIST
Our amazing third grade teacher, Mrs. Abir Ghneim, has made it to the next phase of EPISD teacher of the year. She has been named a semi-finalist! We wish her luck as she enters this next phase of the selection process. She is already a winner for all of our Coyotes.
Kindergarten Performance
Dress Code Reminder
Reminder that students may not wear sandals, Crocs, or Birks to school.
STUDENT DROP OFF ZONE REMINDER
Reminder to all parents: please do not leave your vehicle unattended in the drop-off zones, as this disrupts the flow of traffic. If you are walking your child to the front door in the morning or waiting for your child after school, please park in the parking lot and escort your child to and from the entrance. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe.
Attendance
Coyotes, attendance matters! Every day in school counts toward your child’s success. Let’s keep aiming high by showing up daily and on time. Right now, our campus attendance rate is 95.14%. Congratulations to 3rd grade for leading the way with the highest attendance! 🐾👏
FITNESS FRIDAYS
CHANGES TO CELL PHONE USE UNDER NEW STATE LAW
Beginning August 4, 2025, students will not be permitted to use cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, AI glasses, or other digital communication devices on campus during school hours, from the first bell to the last. While students may bring their phones and digital devices to school, all devices must be turned off and stored in backpacks or designated areas within classrooms.
Reminders for dress code policy
Kohlberg Coyotes are not required to wear a uniform. However, here are a few reminders from our dress code policy:
1. shorts, skirts, and dresses must be appropriate length
2. no flip flops, slides, or crocs allowed
3. no caps, hats, or hoods may be worn inside the building
A complete listing of Kohlberg's dress code policy can be found in the student code of conduct found on our website.
Orchestra Newsletter
Kohlberg PTA Spirit Gear Sale and Membership Information
REMINDER
Become a School Volunteer
Interested in become a school volunteer? Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Kohlberg Coyote Broadcast Channel
Kohlberg's Broadcast Club shares our morning announcements on Friday's on our YouTube channel. Please check us out!!
Jan 30th Broadcast https://youtu.be/b6E0jk99kGcFeb. 6th Broadcast https://youtu.be/ait4xQEQEZc
Feb. 13th Broadcast https://youtu.be/5Df58KKMGZ8
Also, we have had issues with a lot of our equipment, we have a Donor's Choose Project up if you could PLEASE donate and/or share!
Cheryl Ford- Librarian, GT Coordinator
BOOK of the MONTH: The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats
📚 As your librarian, I'm here to support both you and your child. Please don’t hesitate to stop by the library if you ever need help or have questions.
Be sure to read the library information letter provided for important details about my services and routines.
The library will be open after school from 3:25–3:45 PM. We’d love for you to stop by and check it out!
“Reading is the gateway skill that makes all other learning possible.”
– Barack Obama
GT Information
Dear Parents,
GT testing has been completed. If you would like to refer your child for GT, you will now need to wait for the 2026-2027 school year. Thank you!
🎯 GT Project Requirements:
Grades 1st–5th: Two GT projects to be presented at our GT Fair in May 2026
Kindergarten: One GT project to be presented at the GT Fair
If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Ford, Librarian.
Thank you!
Reading At Home with BookFlix and ScienceFlix
Scholastic BookFlix is an online literacy resource that pairs classic animated stories from Weston Woods with thematically aligned nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. This engaging digital resource for children in grades PreK–3 will help early readers develop and practice essential reading skills and introduces them to a world of knowledge and exploration. This interactive resource will help them get excited about reading and books and extends learning beyond school hours.
BookFlix includes: 159 classic animated stories, each paired with a related nonfiction eBook, Spanish language versions of 41 pairs of fiction and nonfiction, read-aloud supports so students can hear each book narrated, and hear definitions of key words and directions for each activity, and/ educational puzzlers so children can show what they have learned.
Happy reading!
Your Subscription Links
BookFlix : https://digital.scholastic.com/site/launch/bkflix?ucn=600125139
ScienceFlix: https://digital.scholastic.com/site/launch/sfx?ucn=600125139
Username: Kohlberg
Password: flix
How to Contact Attendance
How to Contact Attendance
Please email our attendance office to: Kohlberg_notes@episd.org
Please attach any necessary documentation, such as:
Doctor's notes
Dentist notes
Other relevant documents
We will no longer take phone calls for verified absence
Email: Kohlberg_notes@episd.org or you may scan the QR code
