TCVS News - Back to School 2026

As we settle into another school year, I want to take a moment to say thank you. Every day, we are learning right alongside our students and families. While we work hard to provide the best possible experience for our school community, we know there is always room to grow.

That's why your feedback means so much to us. Whether it's a kind word, a suggestion, a question, or a concern, your perspective helps us see what we're doing well and where we can do better. The experiences of our students and families help shape the decisions we make and guide the direction of our school. Please know that your voice matters. We value the trust you place in us and appreciate your willingness to share your thoughts along the way. Together, we can continue building a school community that supports, inspires, and empowers every learner.

Thank you for being our partners in this journey. We're excited for all that's ahead and grateful to be learning and growing together.

Warmly,

Dr. Lucas

This week, students in grades 6–8, along with high school students enrolled in Biology, English I, English II, English III, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry, will complete their beginning-of-year MAP assessments. Testing will take place online. On the day of each assessment, teachers will provide students with the session ID and password they need to access the test. Testing will open at 8:00 a.m., and students will have until 3:00 p.m. to complete the assessment.

• Tuesday, September 1* – Grades 6–8 RLA; English I, English II, and English III
• Wednesday, September 2* – Grades 6–8 Science and Biology
• Thursday, September 3* – Grades 6–8 Math; Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry

Remember, MAP is an adaptive assessment designed to help students, families, and teachers understand each student's current skill level and academic growth. Because the test adjusts to each student's responses, questions become more challenging when a student answers correctly and adjust when additional support may be needed. Students are not expected to answer every question correctly! Most MAP assessments are approximately 45 questions long, and we simply ask students to take their time, give their best effort, and complete the assessment independently without using outside resources.

We administer MAP three times each year: fall, winter, and spring. The fall assessment gives us a starting point, while the winter and spring assessments help us measure growth throughout the year. Teachers use MAP results to identify individual strengths and areas for growth and to plan appropriate instruction and interventions.

Please review these testing instructions before testing begins. If you have questions, please contact William Griffin at wgriffin@conroeisd.net or Dr. Lucas at jenlucas@conroeisd.net.

* We are watching the weather closely. If we experience area-wide power outages due to the storm in the Gulf, we will send out information regarding an alternative testing schedule.

For any classes that use Subject, the platform includes several helpful learning tools. Please review this guide for an overview of these features.

We received the additional Chromebooks we needed! We will be reaching out to families who are still in need of a Chromebook on Monday, August 31. These devices are available for pickup any school day between 8:00 am-3:00 pm.

Looking for a way to connect with other students, explore your interests, and make your mark on TCVS? Our student clubs and organizations are a great place to start! Opportunities this year include Student Council, Art Club, Anime & Puzzle Club, Music Makers Club, Drama Club, and Yearbook Crew. High school juniors and seniors can also help create an unforgettable Prom by joining the Prom Committee.

Most clubs are open to all grade levels, and whether you're interested in leadership, art, music, performing, gaming, or simply meeting new people, there's something for you. Space in the Yearbook Crew is limited to just 10 students, so don't wait to get involved! Check out the club flyer and sign up to claim your spot.

Here are the links to the 2026-27 calendars to keep us all on track. Our testing calendar has been added.

• TCVS Testing Calendar
• Grading Period Deadlines for Progress Reports and Report Cards
• CISD School Calendar for 2026-27

Make sure you have Senior Sunrise on your calendar!

Join us on September 10 for Senior Sunrise as we come together to celebrate the beginning of your

final year. Enjoy breakfast, music, and time with your classmates as we watch the sunrise and make

memories that will last long after graduation.

Seniors, this one is for you—don’t miss it! 💙🦉

Where: Woodforest Bank Stadium

Date: September 10, 2026 (Thursday)

Student Arrival: 6:00 am - 6:30 am

Sunrise Class Photo (Not official one): 6:50 am - 7:00 am

Sunrise: 7:00 - 7:15 am

Please check the Event page on the Senior Nest site for more information about stadium policies and parking.

Join the first Student Council Meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 1 at 9:30 am. Here is the link:

STUCO Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

Big Days in September

• Sept. 1 — StuCo meeting (details above)
• Sept. 1-3 — BOY MAP testing days
• Sept. 4 — College Colors Day
• Sept. 7 — Labor Day holiday
• Sept. 10 — Senior Sunrise (details above)
• Sept. 11 — Patriots Day
• Sept. 13 — National Grandparents Day
• Sept. 15 — Hispanic Heritage month begins
• Sept. 16 — Read for a Better Life and Texas Standard Day (more information to come)
• Sept. 19 — District Art Show Exhibition (details below)
• Sept. 30 — Trip to the Museum of Natural Science (details to come)

The resources below are especially helpful for our rising 11th and 12th graders.

CISD College Readiness Handbook
👉 http://tiny.conroeisd.net/JXE4k

Texas Public Universities – Automatic/Assured Admission Requirements

👉 http://tiny.conroeisd.net/GGF2x

In addition to these resources, The Senior Nest has resources and information specific to the Class of 2027. This site will serve as a central hub for important senior information, including dues, senior pictures, prom, graduation, and more.

Make plans to attend the District Art Show to see the work of our talented student-artists.

🎉 It's official: Sloan Boudreaux is now a Finalist in the 2026 I Am Texas Contest. Her work will be published in the 2026 Historian's Journal, a permanent part of The Bryan Museum's Library Collection. The winner of the contest will be announced on September 28. We are rooting for you, Sloan!

Thank you to the many families who helped with and came out for our Boot Up Camp day!

We love highlighting the achievements and special moments of our students in our newsletters. If your student has something to celebrate—big or small—we’d be thrilled to share it with our school community. Please feel free to share your news and send in a picture or two to Dr. Lucas at jenlucas@conroeisd.net or Ms. West at cawest@conroeisd.net!

The Academy of Science and Technology (AST) will be hosting two information sessions September 15th and September 16th at College Park High School for families interested in potentially applying to AST for the Class of 2031. These sessions are identical, so it is not necessary to attend both. The information sessions begin with testing registration from 5:30pm-6:00pm, and will be followed by an informational presentation that begins at 6:00pm. Panels of students and parents will also speak that evening. We encourage you to take a look at our website prior to the sessions, but please attend if possible. Both students and parents should attend. Any student zoned to the College Park, Grand Oaks, Oak Ridge, or The Woodlands feeder zones are eligible to attend AST.