Dear Families,
One of the greatest joys of each day is the energy, laughter, and curiosity your children bring into our school. Their excitement for learning, their kindness toward one another, and the simple moments of discovery remind us daily of how special this season of childhood truly is.
As we celebrate the joy our students share at school, we encourage you to look for ways to bring those same simple joys into your home this week. Here are a few easy ideas:
Family Storytime – Read a favorite book together and let your child choose the voices or sound effects.
Joy Walk – Take a short walk and notice things that make you smile (a flower, a cloud, a friendly neighbor).
Gratitude Sharing – At dinner or bedtime, have each family member share one joyful thing from their day.
Game Night – Play a simple board game, card game, or make up your own silly family game.
Creative Corner – Set out paper, crayons, or blocks and enjoy creating something side by side.
These small moments build family connections and remind children that joy can be found in the everyday. Thank you for sharing your amazing children with us—they brighten our school in countless ways.
With gratitude,
Mrs. Duncan
This Week
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday: See You at the Pole; Penny Wars Finale; Vision Screening
Thursday: Johnny Appleseed Day; Thumbs Up Thursday
Friday- Campus Closed
Save the Date
September 30: GT Information Night; CSP Title I meeting
October 2 : Western Day
October 6: PreK to Fire Station
October 7: Fall Pictures
October 9: End of Grading Period; Title I Meeting
October 10: Campus Closed
October 16: Math Night
October 17: Campus Closed
October 20: GT Nominations Window Opens
October 23: Kinder Field Trip to Western Bell
October 24: No School/Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 27-30: Red Ribbon Week
October 29: Kona Ice
October 30: Trunk or Treat; Storybook Character dress up day
October 31: Campus Closed
Click here to go directly to the full CSP calendar on our website.
News to know:
SEE YOU AT THE POLE: SYATP is on the 4th Wednesday of each September. We invite our students and families to gather by the flag pole at 7:00am on Wednesday, September 24th in support of this national student-led, student-initiated prayer movement.
GT INFORMATIONAL MEETING: Parents interested in learning more about the CSISD Gifted and Talented program are invited to join us on Tuesday, September 30th from 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Elementary School GT room (103). This meeting is for prospective parents whose child(ren) does not already participate in GT services.
CPE TITLE 1 MEETINGS: We would love for the China Spring community to join us on September 30th at 8:15 am or October 6th at 6:30 pm at the Administration Building to learn more about how families, school staff, and students come together to share the responsibility of student achievement.
WESTERN DAY: To celebrate the opening of the HOT Fair and Rodeo students may wear their best western get-up on Thursday, October 2nd. Please remember to send tennis shoes for PE on this day if your student is wearing their boots.
FALL PICTURE DAY: Fall picture day is Tuesday, October 7th. Please be on the lookout for a flyer in your student’s backpack so that you may order your student's school pictures.
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES: October 24th is one of our designated parent/teacher conference days. We would love to meet with every student's family. Teachers will be reaching out on Seesaw with their parent/teacher conference sign up sheets.
VATRE Information Meetings
China Spring ISD is hosting a series of Information Meetings about the upcoming Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE). Superintendent Dr. Marc Faulkner will review how school funding works, the impact of the VATRE on the school tax rate, and the ballot language voters will see in November.
Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, September 30: 6:00-7:00 pm at the China Spring ISD Administration Building - Register for this event
Tuesday, October 14: 5:30-6:30 pm VIRTUAL - Register for this event
More information is available at www.chinaspringisd.net/page/vatre.
Reminders
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
90% Law: The state of Texas requires students to be present 90% of the school year in order to receive credit for their current grade level.
Attendance is taken every day at 9:30am. Your student must be on campus at this time to be counted present for the day.
When absent: Only 4 days total per semester can be excused by a PARENT NOTE (parent signed excuse). For all absences exceeding 4, a doctor’s note or other formal documentation is required. All excuse notes must be turned in to the Front Office within 3 school days of the student’s absence.
Additional attendance information can be found in our student handbook on the CSISD website.
25-26 BELL SCHEDULE: Our instructional school day is 7:50am-3:50pm. Campus opens at 7:00am to begin car rider drop off. Breakfast will be available for students from 7:00am-7:50am. The first instructional bell rings at 7:50am. Students arriving after this bell are tardy and must be signed in to the office by a parent. Every 3 tardies count as a student absence.
MORNING DROP OFF: A friendly reminder to please remain in your car at all times while in the drop off line. If your child is unable to open the door and exit the car independently, someone will come assist. If you would like to personally assist your student in exiting the car and steal a final hug and kiss, please park at the track and walk your student to the sidewalk. We are working diligently to keep vehicles off of the road and avoid traffic backing up to the light. Staying in your car helps the line move quickly and safely.
LUNCH VISITORS: Parents are now able to join their student for lunch. All visitors must present their government issued ID and check in at the office. Visitors will only be permitted if they are listed in the students' records. While visiting CSP during lunch, please remember:
Visitors are only permitted in the cafeteria and may not join students when returning to class.
Younger siblings are welcome to join in the fun, but they are expected to follow CSP lunch expectations to ensure safety for all students and staff. We appreciate your help in enforcing this.
Shout Outs
Mrs. Bushnell: “Mrs. Bushnell has been a great communicator and has made the classroom a fun place for learning! ” -Classroom Parent
Mrs. Porter: “Mrs. Porter is a fantastic first grade teacher! She makes her students feel welcomed and comfortable in class. She goes above and beyond for her kiddos, I am so lucky to have Mrs. Porter as a co worker!” - Co-worker
Mrs. M. Johnson: “She makes my day every single time I see her in the pickup line! Her smile lights up my day and knowing that she’s at the end of a busy day and she does that for everyone picking up their kids!? It’s such a blessing to see such a pleasant face! I went in the other line today and I missed her. I will be back in her line tomorrow even if it takes longer. It really makes my day good I’m usually at the end of my work day as well but she never misses a beat to make you feel seen. I’m sure she does this for everyone but I feel it’s above and beyond and she should be recognized! I will see you tomorrow Mrs.Johnson!❤️” -Joy Rise
Coach Iverson & Coach Golden: “Thank you both for making PE fun and exciting! Lexi looks forward to it and has a blast. Learning fun ways to stay active is important & something they will take with them throughout life🩵!” -Ashlee Whitehead
Mrs. Johnson: "Thank you for your positive attitude and being the teacher always willing to go the extra mile and help her students! I’m so grateful that two of my children have had you as their teacher! 💕" -Jessica Rose
Would you like to recognize a staff member that has made a lasting impression or has gone above and beyond? We would love your help in recognizing them! Please take a moment to fill out our Staff Shout-Out Form (linked below) and let us know about a staff member who deserves a little extra celebration. Your kind words go a long way in brightening their day and reminding them just how valued they are. 💙
Thank you for partnering with us in building a culture of appreciation and support for our staff!