Husky Howler

August 2026 (Edition 1 of 2)

Dear Hopper Families,

Welcome to a brand new school year! As much as we hope you enjoyed the break, our Hopper team has truly missed our students and can't wait to welcome them back to our Husky home.

Behind the scenes, our staff is working hard to prepare classrooms, plan engaging learning experiences, and create an environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and inspired to grow. A new school year brings a fresh start. It is a chance to set new goals, build new friendships, discover new passions, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

We hope you'll join us at Husky Express next Thursday as we kick off the school year together. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet teachers, pick up schedules, and begin the excitement of a new year.The first day of school is Wednesday, August 12, and we are counting down the days until our halls are once again filled with the energy and spirit of our Huskies! Thank you for trusting us with your children and for partnering with us as we make this an extraordinary year of learning and growth.

We can't wait to see you soon. Here's to an amazing year ahead!

Sincerely,

Dr. Felicia Hayes, Principal

Top Row: Adrian Blanks (Behavior Specialist), Dr. Mark Simmons (6th grade Asst. Principal); 2nd Row: Lindsay Crow (7th grade Asst. Principal), Nicole Barrett (DIHT), Karen Nixon (AAS); 3rd Row: Caitlin Bolland (AAS), Anesha Cordero (8th grade Counselor), Illiana Romel (6th grade Counselor); Bottom Row: April Taylor (8th grade Asst. Principal), Brianne Branch (Director of Instruction), Dr. Felicia Hayes (Principal); Not pictured: Alona Boykin (7th grade Counselor)

A Texas law, House Bill 1481, prohibits students from using personal communication devices (i.e. cell phones, tablets, head phones, and smartwatches) on school property during school hours. If students should bring these items to school they must be stored in their backpack and "away for the day."

At Hopper Middle School all students receive free breakfast and free lunch. Students may still bring their own lunch or snacks to eat in the cafeteria during these designated times as well. However, no food or drinks (exception of water) may be consumed in the classrooms or hallways.

If your child is bringing a water bottle, it must be plastic and have a leak-proof screw on top. Stanleys and Owalas are not permitted on campus.

Dear Parent or Guardian,

The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) provides healthy breakfast and lunch free of charge to all students at your child’s campus for the 2026-27 school year.

We are using an Income Survey to determine if your student would have qualified for free/reduced price meals, resulting in additional benefits for CFISD students.

Please click on the link below to access a brief Income Survey.

https://forms.gle/P5exX5STSsz8jqSY8

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Estimado padre o tutor legal,

Durante el año escolar 2026-27, el programa de comidas para comunidades elegibles (CEP por sus siglas en inglés), proporciona desayunos y almuerzos gratis a todos los estudiantes de las escuela de su hejo.

Estamos usando este cuestionario sobre el ingreso, para determinar si su hijo hubiese calificado para recibir alimentos gratuitos o a precio reducido, lo cual podría resultar en fondos adicionales para los estudiantes de CFISD.

Haga un clic en el enlace abajo para acceder a la breve encuesta sobre ingresos.

https://forms.gle/Sz4KDm5PGdM6Q14Y8

Take a look at the guidelines below to ensure that your child is dressed for success every school day.

The map below shows the car rider line in yellow and the bus drives in blue. Our doors open every morning at 7:15am, and we serve free breakfast to all students. Please note that students are expected to be in their seats at 7:45am. Our car rider line can be long sometimes, so be sure to account for this.

Middle school is an exciting time filled with new experiences, opportunities, and sometimes even challenges, but our counseling team is here to support our Huskies every step of the way. Whether students need help with academics, friendships, goal setting, or simply someone to talk to, our counselors are committed to helping every Husky feel seen, supported, and successful. We encourage students and families to reach out whenever they need us. We're excited for a wonderful school year together!

Visit the CFISD Transportation website to find your child’s bus route, bus number, pickup and drop-off times, and answers to other transportation questions.

The Texas Administrative Code requires all 7th graders to have their booster shots to attend school. Students who have not provided us with their updated records will not be able to get a schedule and attend classes until this is completed. Parents, please make sure that your 7th grader is ready to go by booking those immunization appointments now. Click on the picture below for more information about this immunization requirement and what boosters are needed.

School supplies are on sale right now at most stores. Below is a list of the supplies needed for all of our students at Hopper. Thank you for partnering with us to make sure that your child is ready for a great school year by purchasing these items.

P.S. (6th grade parents): There is no need to bring all of these school supplies on the 1st day of school. Please just send your child with the notebooks, folders, and a pencil. Their teachers will let them know when to bring the rest.

Every Day Counts!

Regular attendance is essential to your child’s academic success. Each day at school provides important instruction, opportunities to practice new skills, and meaningful connections with teachers and classmates. Texas requires students to attend at least 90% of the days a class is offered to receive credit or a final grade. Please help your child start the year strong by arriving on time and attending school every day possible. When students are present, they are better prepared to learn, grow, and succeed!

Be Present to Win!

We are kicking off the school year with an attendance incentive! Students who are present in second period every day during the first week of school will be entered into a prize drawing. We will hold another drawing during the second week for students who are present in second period every day that week.

Each week, we will draw:

• Three 6th-grade students
• Three 7th-grade students
• Three 8th-grade students

Come to school every day for your chance to win!

2026-27 Hopper Middle School Bell Schedules

Hopper is a cashless campus. This means that ALL class fees, PE/Athletics uniforms, and other payments must be all be completed on-line through School Cash. Now is the time time set up your account and update credit card information if needed.

Email: hopper@cfisd.net
Website: https://www.cfisd.net/Hopper
Location: 7811 Fry Road, Cypress, TX, USA
Phone: (281) 463-5353
Facebook: facebook.com/HopperCFISD
X (formerly Twitter): @HopperMS

Instagram: @hopperhuskies