The Martin Memo

August 21, 2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!!

9/4: Fall Pictures (Individual)

9/1: Parent Information Night 6pm-preK-1st, 6:30-2nd-4th

9/7: Labor Day Holiday

9/9 4:00-8:00pm Sonic Night sponsored by PTA

9/18: PD Day for Staff/Off Day for Students

A Message from the Principal

At Martin, the HOUSE system is a big part of our campus culture. Being in a HOUSE allows students to expand their social circle by introducing them to students from across the campus, while at the same time, giving them multiple adults across the campus that can advocate for them.

On Mondays, we wear our HOUSE colors! Students can wear any shirt that is their HOUSE color, but our PTA is sponsoring a HOUSE shirt sale this year! Consider ordering a HOUSE shirt to support the HOUSE system, but also to support PTA. New students got their HOUSE this week in PE.

Sallye Norris

Principal

SallyeNorris@CelinaISD.com

Bobcat Council

The Bobcat Council is a group of people who care about students and schools. They meet at the district or campus level to:

Review student needs and district goals

Share ideas and community perspectives

Help identify priorities for improvement

Support a plan that helps every student succeed

District meetings are 5:00-6:30pm on Sept 9, Oct 18, Dec 9, Feb 3, March 24 (if needed), and April 28.

Campus meetings are 4 times a year (dates TBD) at 4:00.

If you're interested in serving on either of these committees, please fill out the interest form by Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

A Message from the Transportation Department

To our bus families: I want to sincerely thank you for your patience and understanding as we've worked through transportation challenges this first week of school. As with any new school year, we experience some delays and route adjustments while things settle into place, and this year has brought added challenges with driver shortages and ongoing construction in our area. The district is actively hiring drivers, and we’re confident that route delays will lessen in the coming days and weeks.

We're grateful for your flexibility during this time, and we know these disruptions can be stressful, especially when it affects your child's day. Please continue checking your Skyward Family account regularly for the most up-to-date route information. If you have specific concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

House Shirts....Get Your House Shirts!!!

Nominate A Teacher

Think your child's teacher deserves a weekend break? Nominate them for a weekend retreat at the Holdsworth Center!

For 3rd and 4th Grade Students

Celina ISD is partnering with the Celina Police Department and our campus School Resource Officers (SROs) to host the Celina PD Bicycle Rodeo! This interactive, hands-on safety event is designed exclusively for 3rd and 4th grade students.

Parents, enjoy your Saturday while your child spends a fun, educational day learning how to ride safely and confidently under the direct supervision of our local officers and SROs.

What to Expect

Hands-on Safety Training: Proper helmet fitting, understanding traffic rules, and navigating town streets safely.
Perks & Prizes: Every student receives a free gift, plus attendance automatically enters your child into a raffle to win a FREE E-Bike! ( EKIDS24 1.0 / $899 value)
Parent Drop-Off: Enjoy a free Saturday while your child participates in an engaging, officer-led experience.

Dates & Locations (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

Lykins Elementary Students: Saturday, September 26th
Vasquez Elementary Students: Saturday, October 10th

How to Sign Up Spots are limited!

Library Guardian Account

As a parent or guardian, you have the right to review and restrict your child's access to school

library materials. CISD. This letter gives you more information about creating a Guardian Account.

Please join the PTA!

PTA memberships is opening. Please visit the Martin PTA website to join the PTA.

"Students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school.”

National Council for Parent Involvement in Education

School Cafe

Please complete your free and reduced applications in School Cafe. A new form must be filled out yearly!

https://www.schoolcafe.com/CELINAISD

If your student is new and does not have a school cafe account, please have them bring lunch or lunch money with them to school or set up an account prior to the first day of school.

You can monitor your students' accounts and place restrictions on their meal accounts in the school cafe. (We highly recommend adding restrictions to their accounts to limit snack items!)

Breakfast is served from 7:25-7:40!

Free and Reduced Lunch Application Form

Martin Elementary Parent Guide

2026-2027 School Calendar

2026-2027 School Supply Lists

Birthday Picture with Roo

Did you know your child can get a Birthday Picture with Roo?

For a $10 donation, your child will have their bday picture taken with Roo. The image will be emailed to the parent.

Pay on Huddle and then contact the campus Secretary, MeaganDavis@CelinaISD.com a week prior to your child's birthday to schedule.

(This funds raised will allow us to provide things such as a staff shirts, a small bday treat for staff and, an occasional Sonic drink.)

Box Tops

Martin Elementary is a Box Tops school! That means that families in our community earn cash to give back to our school when they purchase Box Tops products. Simply download the Box Tops app on your phone, sign up to support MARTIN ELEMENTARY and start earning for our school today!