Principal's Newsletter 2025-2026

Why do teenagers sometimes seem to have big emotions, big reactions, and very little impulse control? Join us for Spartan Parent Academy as our counselors take a closer look at the adolescent brain and help parents better understand the emotions, needs, and behaviors that come with the teenage years.

Come learn practical strategies for navigating this unique stage of development and strengthening your connection with your adolescent. Understanding the brain can make understanding your teen a whole lot easier!

Parents of students in grades 6-11 who wish to refer their child for screening must complete the

Secondary Parent Checklist online via the MyKaty Parent Portal. Checklists must be completed

by Friday, September 25, 2026. Teachers are encouraged to submit the names of students for

whom GT screening may be appropriate to the GT Facilitator. Students who are identified during

this screening window will be eligible for services in August 2027.

Current GT students who wish to screen for services in additional areas may submit the Request

for Additional Services on or before Friday, September 25, 2026.

Questions? Please contact Mr. LaSasso - phillipblasasso@katyisd.org

Students have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and share their unique talents through the Texas PTA Reflections contest! Whether through visual arts, photography, music, dance, literature, or film, Reflections encourages students to express themselves and bring their ideas to life.

Encourage your child to submit their work. We can’t wait to see the creativity, passion, and imagination of our Spartans.

Congratulations to Ms. Stubbs on being voted as the Spartan Football Teacher of the Week! Thank you for everything you do to support our athletes. We are very grateful!

LCISD will be hosting a FREE Science Olympiad Practice Event in partnership with Fulshear HS, Tomas HS and Seven Lakes JH (Katy ISD) This will be a day for students at nearby schools to come take Science Olympiad tests to practice or learn about Science Olympiad. Any SLJH student can attend.

The event is completely free to participate.

There is a waiver form all students will need to fill out and bring with them to the tournament.

We will have all events including Texas trial events except maybe a few of the building events.

The tests will be written, proctored, and graded by Fulshear HS, Seven Lakes JH and Tomas HS students. We will also have some fun events like a TCG game room, chess and more.

If your team members have younger siblings or family members that would like to join they are more than welcome to attend.

Medical Accommodations for 2026-2027

All medical accommodations for school require a Doctor's Note to be turned into the clinic each school year or for each new injury if needed temporarily. Rolling Backpacks are not permitted at Seven Lakes Junior High due to the large number of students in the hallway. The only exceptions are for those with orthopedic/medical needs verified by a specialist doctor's note yearly. Please turn in your doctor's note to the clinic if this is a required accommodation before bringing the rolling backpack to school. If you have any questions, please email Nurse Jennie at jenniferajenkins@katyisd.org

Medications

Please do not send medication with your child to drop off in the clinic without the proper Katy ISD paperwork filled out by a parent AND physician. Katy ISD medication paperwork can be picked up in the clinic, on the SLJH Clinic website, or requested by email from Nurse Jennie. Students are not allowed to carry medication at school. Cough drops are considered medication and may not be carried at school. Peppermints and Jolly Ranchers are a good substitute for cough drops if your student needs something to help during the school day. EpiPens and inhalers may be carried, but ONLY with proper paperwork turned into the clinic first signed by their physician. Please email or call the clinic if you have any medication administration questions.

**If your child forgot to take their medication at home, PARENTS/LEGAL GUARDIANS (only) are able to medicate their child in the front office during the school day. Please bring a valid photo ID and water if needed to do so.

6th Grade Parents: Eleven-Year-Old Immunizations

Please turn in a copy of your child's eleven-year-old immunizations (TDAP and Meningitis) to jenniferajenkins@katyisd.org to clear your child's TDAP and Meningitis immunization requirements. These immunizations are due before 7th grade. Please turn them in by Winter break (December 2026) as we have over 500 students to collect. These are the last state required immunizations that must be turned into Katy ISD. If you need a place for your child to receive these immunizations, Texas Vaccine Institute (TVI) is a wonderful walk-in Immunization Clinic that is open Monday-Saturday. You do need to take your child's current immunization record with you if you go to TVI. Their hours are listed on their website.

Seven Lakes Ladies

Please keep monthly supplies refilled in your child's backpack as well as an extra pair of leggings and underwear. Surprises happen all the time and most of our students do not want to change into dress code pants. Extra feminine supplies are available in the clinic. Our ladies can always come to the clinic for help, but if your child is coming too frequently for supplies, a parent will be notified as our supplies are limited.

In accordance with Texas Education Code 28.004 and Senate Bill 9, junior high students will receive instruction on the required health TEKS specific to abuse prevention and violence prevention.

Under Texas statute, parents/guardians must provide written consent for their student to participate in the lessons that address the topics of abuse prevention and violence prevention.

On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, parents/guardians will receive information via email on how to view associated lessons and record their decision for student participation in these lessons.

Below are the windows for both the parent consent and when lessons will be taught:

Parent Consent Window: September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026

Instruction Window: November 3, 2026 – December 17, 2026

Is your student absent?

· Report the absence using the online form (include the reason for the absence) - Absence Reporting

· When your student returns, send a note if applicable

o Doctor’s note from healthcare appointment

o Parent note (must be in accordance with District Policy)**

o Government or court documentation (must be in accordance with District Policy)**

Are you checking your student out early?

· Be prepared to allow 10 minutes for us to pull your student from class.

· Arrive before 3:30PM - last check out time is 3:30PM - No Exceptions

· Scan the QR code (in the vestibule) and complete the form upon arrival on campus.

· Present your valid picture ID - No photocopies or screenshots accepted.

· Please make sure you are listed as the student’s Parent/Guardian or Emergency Contact on file in HAC.

Is your student arriving late to school?

· Have your student prepared to show their ID and bring any notes if applicable. **

· Your student will sign in with the front office, turn in notes (if applicable), receive a pass, and be sent to class.

Other Info:

· ** To see District Policy click here: Absences - Excused

· For questions or to send doctor’s notes email Annie Amaya: SLJHADA@katyisd.org

Once registered and approved, volunteers can:

• Sign up as a campus volunteer by completing the volunteer recruitment form provided by their campus organization(s) or by contacting the campus volunteer coordinator.

• Track volunteer hours through their volunteer profile for every Katy ISD campus where they serve.

• Quickly and easily submit individual off-campus volunteer hours.

A valid government-issued photo ID and email address are required to complete registration.

Volunteer Application – English

Volunteer Application – Spanish

Volunteer Portal – Log Your Hours