Sunfield Parent Scoop
Message from the Sunfield Administration
Hello stallion families,
Our Sunfield teachers started the week with some professional development, and we are excited to see more structured conversations happening in our classrooms. These conversations give students opportunities to talk about what they are learning, share their thinking, and practice using the academic vocabulary they are learning each day.
Although it was a short week for students, there was still so much learning happening at Sunfield. As we visited classrooms, we loved seeing our students engaged in their learning. We were really impressed watching our 5th graders work through adding and subtracting mixed fractions. They were really putting their math skills to work. We also enjoyed visiting kindergarten classrooms and seeing students learn their letters and sounds and use what they know to sound out and write words. It is amazing how much they have already learned in just a few months.
Our 3rd graders have also been working hard to prepare for next week's Veterans Day Program. We are looking forward to honoring the veterans in our Sunfield community and their families. Doors will open at 7:45 AM, and the program will begin at 8:15 AM.
Third grade parents: If you haven't had a chance to pre-register, registration will remain open until Monday at noon. The link is below.
-Sunfield Administration
Veteran's Day
Attendance Week of October 26 - October 29
Please see our attendance for the week of October 26th. First grade has met our goal for two weeks in a row. Third grade is on a four week streak--way to go! Thank you, Sunfield families, for making attendance a priority. Every day matters.
Important Upcoming Dates
November 9 -12 - Food Drive Continues (See below.)
November 9 - 20 - Fall Book Fair
November 11 - 3rd Grade Veteran's Day Program 8:15 AM (See information below.)
November 12 - 2nd Grade Field Trip
November 13 - Neon Nights Family Dance 6:00-8:00 PM (See below.)
November 17 - Thanksgiving Lunch - 1st and 4th grades
November 18 - Thanksgiving Lunch - Kinder and 2nd grade
November 19 - Thanksgiving Lunch - PK, 3rd, and 5th grades
November 19 - Kinder Field Trip
November 19 - 4th grade Field Trip
November 20 - Lost and Found Clean Out
School Hours and Important Information
Important Times to Note
Instructional Hours - 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Doors open - 7:05 AM
- Tardy warning bell - 7:25 AM
- Instruction Begins - 7:30 AM
- Transportation changes deadline - 1:15 PM
- Early pick-up deadline - 2:15 PM
- Instruction ends - 3:00 PM
- Dismissal begins - 3:00 PM
Enrollment
Our current student enrollment: 1,036 students
Counselor's Corner
ACTION REQUIRED: Protect Yourself Safety Rules
Please read below for more information.
For the month of December, the guidance lesson for grades Kinder-5th will be on Personal Safety. Both counselors will be facilitating this lesson.
The lesson teaches children skills that will help keep them safe from dangerous or abusive situations.
Children will learn the Protect Yourself Rules:
-Stranger Safety
-Tell a grown-up
-Safe touch, unsafe touch
-Shout, Run, Tell
-Hitting is wrong
-Doesn’t matter who it is
The program’s main goal is to educate children about what to do when confronted with abusive behavior, safe and unsafe touches, going to a parent or another trusted adult if they are confronted in an unsafe situation, and that it is not their fault.
The link to the videos are attached:
Kinder-3rd-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R2g5QrDAw
4th-6th- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMTBl9Bfl_A
Thank you for being a partner in teaching safety to your child. We recognize that touching safety is a sensitive topic, so please call us if you have any questions.
Please complete and sign this form if you wish your child to be part of the lesson by DECEMBER 4th.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedAl9T6kQZdcLx482tI0N1VbADEYLOxt-B0jfmLBnt2rTb9A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112084797421153744988
A form must be completed for each individual child. You have 30 days to complete this form before the lesson will begin. If you don't complete this form your child will not be a part of the December lessons.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Cottrill (ext. 42228) and Mrs. Barnes (ext. 42270)
Sunfield Food Drive
Our Annual Food Drive continues through November 11th.
Schoolinks Training for Guardians
Learn how to access and use Schoolinks to support your student's college and career readiness.
SCHOOLINKS TRAINING FOR GUARDIANS
Hybrid (In person & Virtually):
Tue 11/10/2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
In Person -at LOA/Family Success Center Training Room
ONLY Virtual:
Thu 12/3/2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Veterans Day Program
Join us at Sunfield Elementary on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 8:15 AM as our 3rd graders honor our veterans with a special performance and recognition. We look forward to celebrating the brave men and women who have served our country!
Veteran's Day Program Pre-Registration
Are you coming to the event? Please pre-register using this link. Pre-registration ends on Monday, November 9th at 12:00 PM. This will save you from having to wait in line on the day of the event. https://forms.gle/KHo1msv7Ha7zWaKT8
Neon Nights Family Dance - November 13
Thanksgiving Lunches - November 17, 18, and 19
We are excited to welcome families to our Thanksgiving Lunches on November 17, 18, and 19. Please see the assigned dates and times below.
A few important reminders:
If you would like to enjoy the district's traditional Thanksgiving meal from the cafeteria, please plan to attend on Tuesday, November 17, even if that is not your grade level's assigned day. This is the only day the district will be serving the official Thanksgiving meal. Visitors who would like to purchase this meal should scan the QR code below. (2nd flyer)
If you plan to bring your own food and enjoy lunch with your student, please try to attend on your grade level's assigned day and time.
To help us avoid long lines and make check-in as smooth as possible, we encourage all visitors to pre-check in using the form below.
Pre-Check-In Form: https://forms.gle/LnAM6rSNNeX9k9kG8
We look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving with our Stallion families!
Book Fair 11-9 through 11-20
To set up an eWallet for your student, please click the link below.
Recent Events
Specials Rotation
At Sunfield, we are excited for our Stallions to have the opportunity to rotate through six different specials: PE, Art, Music, Library, STEAM, and Spanish!
Please click the link to see which special your child attends on each letter day. Then, use the calendar below to match the letter with the day and see which special your child will attend.
We hope this helps make keeping up with our specials rotation a little easier!
Lunch Visitors
Lunch Times
Pre-K 10:30-11:00
Kinder 11:00-11:30
1st Grade 11:30-12:00
3rd Grade 12:00-12:30
2nd Grade 12:30-1:00
4th Grade 1:00-1:30
5th Grade 1:30-2:00
Staff Favorites
Several parents have asked for a list of our staff members’ favorite things, and we are happy to share! Please see the attached list.
We are so fortunate to have an amazing staff at Sunfield, and it means so much that our families and community want to show them a little extra appreciation. Thank you for thinking of our wonderful staff!
Join our Sunfield PTA!
One of the best ways to stay connected and support our school is by joining the Sunfield PTA! Whether you have time to volunteer at events, support teachers, or simply want to stay involved in your child's school experience, there's a place for you.
PTA Updates
💙💛 What's Happening with Your Sunfield PTA!
🚨 BIG NEWS! OUR SUNFIELD SPIRIT WEAR STORE IS OPEN! 🚨
NEW DESIGNS. MORE OPTIONS. TWO WEEKS OF SAVINGS!
Stallions, it's time to show off your Sunfield pride! 💙💛
Our Sunfield Elementary Spirit Wear Store officially launches TODAY, and we're celebrating with a special two-week sale!
We've got FOUR awesome designs and a variety of clothing options to choose from, so there's something for every Stallion in the herd!
Whether you're shopping for yourself, your students, or the whole family, now's the perfect time to stock up on Sunfield gear!
🛍️ EVERYTHING IS ON SALE FOR TWO WEEKS ONLY!
SALE ENDS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19!
Don't miss your chance to grab your favorites before the sale ends!
👉 SHOP THE SUNFIELD SPIRIT WEAR STORE!
🍁 FALL FEST IS THIS SATURDAY!
The wait is almost over! Our Sunfield Fall Fest is happening THIS SATURDAY, and we can't wait to see the whole herd there!
Saturday, November 7
Sensory-Friendly Time: 9:30–10:00 AM
Open Hours: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Come enjoy a morning of fall fun featuring a DJ, petting zoo, mini golf, games, fall crafts, photo opportunities, and more!
Admission is FREE for Sunfield families! Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
💛 HELP MAKE FALL FEST EVEN MORE SPECIAL – BECOME A SPONSOR!
We're still welcoming sponsors for our mini golf holes, DJ, and petting zoo!
It's a wonderful opportunity for families and local businesses to support an event that brings our entire Sunfield community together.
Mini golf hole sponsorships are $100, and your business name or logo will be featured at a designated hole!
Interested in supporting Fall Fest?
👉 VIEW FALL FEST SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
🌯 CHIPOTLE SPIRIT NIGHT – NOVEMBER 9!
Tacos, burritos, and a great reason to skip cooking dinner? Count us in!
Join us for our next Sunfield PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle!
Monday, November 9 | 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 20160 Marketplace Ave., Kyle, TX 78640
Online Order Code: JZAB9LV
Grab your favorites and help support our Stallions while enjoying a delicious dinner!
💙 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE SURVEY
We're working toward making Sunfield an even stronger school community, and we need YOUR feedback!
As part of the National PTA School of Excellence program, we're asking Sunfield families to complete a short Family Engagement Survey.
Your input will help us better understand what's working, where we can improve, and how we can continue building meaningful connections between our families, teachers, and school.
Every voice matters, and we'd love to hear yours!
Visit sunfieldelementarypta.org for more survey language options ☺️
👉 TAKE THE FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SURVEY
🍎 NOVEMBER IS HEALTHY LIFESTYLES MONTH!
Healthy habits are better together!
This November, Sunfield PTA is inviting all our families to participate in the Healthy Lifestyles BINGO Challenge!
From taking family walks and trying new foods to reading together and spending time outdoors, this challenge is all about making small, healthy choices that add up to something great.
Here's how to participate:
Complete activities on the Healthy Lifestyles BINGO Card together as a family throughout November.
Try something new, stay active, and enjoy quality time together.
Turn in your completed BINGO Card by the end of November for a chance to be entered into a prize raffle!
Check out the attached flyer and BINGO Card to get started!
Community Flyers
Sunfield Parent Handbook
Helpful Links for the School Year
Principal Ibe: lauren.ibe@hayscisd.net
Assistant Principal Klima: randy.klima@hayscisd.net
Counselor-Candace Barnes: candace.barnes@hayscisd.net
Counselor-Monica Cottrill: monica.cottrill@hayscisd.net
Nurse-Kristina Popham: kristina.popham@hayscisd.net
Attendance-Samantha Ramirez Alvarado: sfes.attendance@hayscisd.net
Front Desk Receptionist-Amy Serrano: amy.serrano@hayscisd.net
School Cafe (For Student Accounts): https://www.schoolcafe.com/
Sunfield Cafeteria: sfescafe@hayscisd.net
Cafeteria Menu: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/mobile/#/search
Free & Reduced Lunch Application: https://www.hayscisd.net/Page/311#:~:text=to%20get%20started.-,https%3A//www.schoolcafe.com/hayscisd,-Free%20%26%20Reduce%20PriceParent Portal Link: https://haystx.teams.hosting/selfserve/EntryPointHomeAction.do?parent=true
Address: 155 Vista Gardens Dr. Buda, TX 78610-4046
Phone Number: 512-268-8517
Website: https://www.hayscisd.net/ses
Office Hours: 7:05am -3:30pm