Weekly Warrior

Monday, October 5

• Enrichment Bell Schedule

Tuesday, October 6

• Enrichment Bell Schedule
• Volleyball vs Mayde Creek

Wednesday, October 7

• Regular Bell Schedule

Thursday, October 8

• Regular Bell Schedule
• 9th Football vs Tompkins

Friday, October 9

• Fall Break - Staff/Student Holiday

Saturday, October 10

• Varsity Football vs Tompkins @Rhodes (Home) 7 pm

Monday, October 12

• Fall Break - Staff/Student Holiday

Tuesday, October 13

• Fall Break - Staff/Student Holiday

The PSAT/NMSQT is only two weeks away. Are you ready?

All 11th and 10th graders are automatically registered to take the PSAT/NMSQT here at Jordan High School at 7:15am on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Please read the PSAT/NMSQT Parent Letter from the district posted in the Class of 2028 and Class of 2029 Canvas Page Announcements. Room assignments & the bell schedule will be shared here in Canvas either Thursday, October 8th or Wednesday, October 14th.
Students will test using their school-issued Chromebook. By Thursday, October 8th, students must RESTART their Chromebook while on school WiFi, log out, click APPS on the bottom left of the screen, open the Bluebook App, and click TEST YOUR DEVICE. Students should see all green check marks indicating that their Chromebook is ready to test. If you do NOT get green check marks, please Powerwash your Chromebook by holding down CTRL + ALT + SHIFT + R at the same time and following all prompts. Then, repeat the steps above to TEST YOUR DEVICE. If your device is still not prepared, please put in a help desk ticket IMMEDIATELY. Instructions are shared in the Class of 2028 and Class of 2029 Canvas Page Announcements.

Any student may bring their own College Board approved calculator. All 11th graders will be provided with a hand-held calculator from JHS. They can also use the Desmos embedded calculator. 10th graders must provide their own hand-held calculator or use the embedded Desmos calculator within the exam. A hand-held calculator will NOT be provided to 10th graders.

Students graduating in 2028 may enter the NMSQT by taking this PSAT exam; however, you must answer the qualifying questions during the readiness check which are outlined on page 25 of the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide which is posted in the Class of 2028 and Class of 2029 Canvas Page Announcements.

If you have any questions about the PSAT/NMSQT, you can email me at melanieppiche@katyisd.org.

The JTC proudly presents their department musical, "Anything Goes"! Set aboard the SS American cruise liner, "Anything Goes" is a hysterical adventure featuring tap dancing sailors and showgirls, an evangelical night club performer, a debutante, a British lord, some of the FBI's most wanted list and Stowaway Billy Crocker. Mistaken identities, love triangles, and hilarity ensue! "Anything Goes" performs October 2 at 7:00, October 3 at 2:00 and 7:00,October 16 at 7:00, and October 17 at 2:00 and 7:00. Get your tickets today!!!!

Congratulations to all of our Jordan FFA Fort Bend County Fair Exhibitors! Several Jordan FFA members competed at the Fort Bend County Fair this past week and brought home several ribbons, spots in the Premium Auction and the Freezer Sale. Thank you for your continued support!

Attention students! Jordan Girls Basketball Tryouts are coming up!
Tryouts will be held October 21st and 22nd from 3:00–4:45 PM in the Competition Gym.
All athletes interested in trying out must have all Rank One paperwork completed and a current physical on file before participating.
Interested athletes should complete the tryout sign-up form here:
If you have any questions about tryouts or requirements, please see Coach Pierce in Room 1504.
Come ready to compete and show us what you’ve got!

A big shout out and congratulations go out to our Jordan Warrior Varsity tennis team for qualifying for the 6A state playoffs that begin the week of October 5th. A lot of hard work has culminated in a great season thus far and we wish you the best of luck as you represent Jordan High School amongst the best 6A tennis programs in the state. Good luck and Warrior Pride!

We hope you’ll join us for the Katy ISD College Fair on October 7, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Merrell Center!

Please register for a barcode before the event at https://app.strivescan.com/registration?id=20365.

Registration is not required for attendance, but it will help you connect more easily with schools. During the fair, representatives will scan your barcode to connect with you further. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information on the institutions with which you scanned.

Event Information
Date: Oct. 7
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Leonard Merrell Center
Address: 6301 S. Stadium Ln., Katy, TX 77493

When: Thursday, October 22nd

All Jordan High School freshmen are invited to tour Miller Career & Technology Center (MCTC) during the school day!

MCTC offers advanced Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses for juniors and seniors, providing students with opportunities to explore career interests, gain hands-on experience, and earn industry certifications in select programs.

During the guided tour, freshmen will visit MCTC’s labs and classrooms and learn more about the exciting career programs available to them in the future.

Interested in attending?

· Pick up a Katy ISD Field Trip Permission Form from the Jordan High School Counselor’s office.

· Return the signed form by October 14th.

· Participation is optional, but a signed permission form is required to attend.

· Tours will be available in the morning (9:00-11:15) and afternoon (11:30-1:45)

Not able to attend the guided tour during the school day?

Save the Date: MCTC Preview Night

Monday, January 25th | 6:00–7:30 PM

Preview Night is open to students currently in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade and is a great opportunity to learn more about MCTC programs and opportunities.

🩷🐾 LITTLE LEGACIES FALL DANCE CLINIC IS HERE! 🐾🩷

Calling all little dancers! ✨ Get ready for a fun-filled morning of DANCE ⭐ CRAFTS ⭐ TREATS ⭐ TRAINING and an exciting Little Legacies Game Day experience! 💃🐯

📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
🎉 Showoffs: 12:15–1:00 PM in JHS PAC

This is the perfect opportunity for our littles to learn, dance, make memories, and get ready for the season! 💗

🎟️ REGISTER NOW:
Little Legacies Dance Clinic Registration

Tag a little dancer who needs to join us! 🐯🩷✨
#LittleLegacies #FallDanceClinic #DanceClinic #FutureLegacies #JHSDance #GameDayReady

Students in grades 10–12 may have the opportunity to take eligible elective courses on a GPA-exempt basis.

Students must meet all eligibility requirements, including:

Have a 4.0 or higher GPA
Successfully complete and pass required course prerequisites
Be in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th full year of continuous enrollment in the same program
Maintain a passing average in the GPA-exempt course
Submit an application through MyKatyCloud and receive counselor approval

Students may earn a maximum of three (3) GPA-exempt credits during their high school career.

Important Dates

Fall 2026: Applications opened August 12 and will close Thursday, October 8 at 11:59 PM.

Spring 2027: Students must submit a new application in January for spring semester courses.

Please encourage your student to review the requirements and contact their school counselor with any questions.

School pictures for students in grades 9–11 were taken this week during English classes. Students will receive a hard-copy proof of their photos through their English teacher once the images have been processed.

Ordering information will be included with the proof package. Please note that school pictures could not be pre-ordered. Families will have the opportunity to view the proofs before deciding whether to place an order.

Students in grades 9–11 who missed school pictures will have an opportunity to be photographed on October 21, our official make-up picture day.

The next opportunity to have Senior photos taken is Nov. 3rd. The link to sign up will be sent out after the Fall Break. Those who have already taken their photos should have received a link to their proofs. Please check your spam/junk box for an email from Strawbridge Studios. Contact the yearbook teacher Ms. Pratt at CherylAPratt@katyisd.org if you have any questions.

Did you travel this summer, attend a World Cup event or watch party, participate in camps or activities, or capture a memorable first day of school? We would love to feature your photos in this year's yearbook!

To share photos, please email them to CherylAPratt@katyisd.org.

When submitting photos, please include the names and grade levels of all Jordan students pictured so we can identify them correctly.

We can't wait to see your photos and showcase the memories that make Jordan High School unique!

The 2027 Warrior Legacy yearbook is currently on sale! Yearbooks can be purchased through Jostens at jostens.com.

Senior ads are also available for purchase using the same link. If you are planning to purchase a senior ad, don’t wait!

📅 December 1: Senior ad prices increase
📅 January 1: Last day to purchase a senior ad

Celebrate your senior with a special place in the 2027 Warrior Legacy!

Hey, Juniors and Seniors! Are you interested in going to Washington, D.C. for a week in January?

Mrs. Wilson is taking students to Washington, D.C. with the Close Up program from January 17th through the 22nd.

While we’re there, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with our Congressman or Senators, take a private tour of the U.S. Capitol, visit some of the important sites in Washington, D.C., and participate in debates and discussions with students from all over the country.

The absences for this trip are approved by the district and will not count against you or your exemption status.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, come see Mrs. Wilson in Room 1032 in the Social Studies Hall for more information.

This is a great opportunity to experience Washington, D.C., learn more about our government, and get a real Close Up look at our nation’s capital!

Warriors, your adventure to Japan could begin right here at JHS! Travel to Tokyo, see Mount Fuji, ride a bullet train, and explore Kyoto in June 2028. Pick up a Japan 2028 flyer from any public bulletin board, take it home, and ask your family to scan the QR code to RSVP. The Parent Information Night is Thursday, October 15 at 6:00 PM in the JHS 9th Grade Cafeteria. RSVP to receive upcoming trip information!

SAT & ACT Seminars

After working with more than 100,000 students across the country over the last 15 years, Sycamore Learning Company designed these 5-hour seminars to help students prepare for the upcoming ACT and PSAT/SAT with specific strategies to maximize scoring on each section of these tests.

The cost for one seminar is only $175 and each seminar includes an extensive study guide that has full-length practice tests with in-depth answer explanations for each question and 5 hours of in-class instruction.

The only materials needed for the seminar will be a calculator and two pencils. Enrollment may be limited, so please register as soon as possible at www.prepforthefuture.com to ensure your student does not miss out on this opportunity.

Fall Dates:

ACT Seminars:

October 10, 9am-3pm ACT Seminar @ Freeman High School

December 5, 9am-3pm ACT Seminar @ Seven Lakes High School

PSAT/SAT Seminars:

October 24, 9am-3pm PSAT/SAT Seminar @ Taylor High School

October 31, 9am-3pm PSAT/SAT Seminar @ Tompkins High School

November 14, 9am-3pm PSAT/SAT Seminar @ Katy High School

As part of our commitment to maintaining a focused learning environment, per TEA Code 37.082 students are not permitted to have personal communication devices during the instructional school day. Devices must be stored in the students backpack as designated by Katy ISD. A procedure change this year for Jordan High School is that once a students device has been confiscated due to their second device infraction or more, a parent or guardian must come to the campus the next day to retrieve the device. Please note that device pickup is available between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing this expectation and helping students stay engaged in learning.

Personal Communication Devices Includes, but are not limited to: Cell phones, personal laptops, iPads, air pods, headphones, META GLASSES, smart watches & rings, gaming devices, any device that can communicate, etc.

Meta Glasses are not allowed, even if they are prescription glasses. Students will need to have a pair of prescription glasses that do not violate the Personal Communication Device Law.

Parents/Guardians,

Many of our students ride bicycles, scooters, or electric bikes to school, and we want to emphasize the importance of discussing parking lot safety with them.

While on school property, students should stay on the sidewalks, travel at a minimal speed, and avoid cutting through the parking lot. During high-traffic times—such as arrival and dismissal—students should walk their bicycles, scooters, or electric bikes on the sidewalks until they are safely past areas with pedestrian and staff traffic.

Please be aware that any vehicle not allowed on school property could result in disciplinarian actions as stated in the Katy ISD Code of Conduct.

For families who drop off or pick up students, as well as student drivers, please be extra cautious and watch for students walking or riding.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Reminders:

• Students should only be dropped off at the front or back of the school.
• Students are not allowed to be dropped off in the staff parking lot or the bus driveway. Please stay out of this area for arrival and dismissal to make way for our buses.
• Refer to the parking lot map for designated drop-off and pick-up areas.

Late Arrival Students

• If you are more than 10 minutes late, you will need to walk around to the front of the building to enter the campus.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a safe environment for all students, staff, and families.

Parents/Guardians,

Please register your student in SMART tag to ensure they are provided with a Route number prior to the start of the school year. To register, parents will need to download the SMART tag app.

As a reminder, students will need to know their ROUTE # as it will not change, while a bus number changes from time to time. Please communicate this with your student and have them save their ROUTE # in their phone. They will need to know their ROUTE # for the first day of school.

Below you will find the JHS AI Use Categories. These categories are designed to help teachers clearly communicate expectations for the appropriate use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in assignments and projects.

The purpose of this framework is to support the responsible and ethical use of AI while ensuring that students continue to engage in the critical thinking, problem-solving, and learning processes that are essential for mastering course content. By identifying the appropriate AI Use Category for each assignment, teachers can provide clear guidance on when and how AI tools may be used.

Please take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the different categories. Teachers will identify the applicable AI Use Category for assignments and projects throughout the school year. Unless otherwise specified by the teacher, the default expectation is that AI may not be used.

Dear Katy ISD Parents/Guardians,

The District has updated its process to assist parents in easily identifying a username and resetting your password.

Username Recovery:

• Visit the Family Technology Resources page on the Katy ISD website.
• Under Password Assistance, select Guardian Username Recovery.
• Enter the email address you used when registering your student(s).
• When the system confirms your email address, your username will be sent to that same email.

Resetting Your Password

• Visit the Family Technology Resources, select Guardian Password Recovery.
• Enter your username, then verify the email address Katy ISD has on file.
• A temporary password will be sent to your email.
• Go to Katyisd.org and log in using the temporary password.
• You will then be prompted to create a new password.

Additional Support
A step-by-step guide for both username recovery and password reset is available on Katy1Source.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student success.

Katy ISD