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BACK TO SCHOOL GUIDE 2024-25

Leading the PAC with Superintendent

Dr. Marc Smith Hello Fort Bend ISD Family,

As we begin the new school year, I want you to know that I am excited to experience it with you for the first time since having the honor of becoming your superintendent last January.

We are welcoming back approximately 80, 600 students on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

A few of the big new items our students and teachers will see are:

Dr. Marc Smith Fort Bend ISD Superintendent

Kristin K. Tassin President Position 6

Rick Garcia Vice President Position 3

David Hamilton Secretary Position 7

Angie Hanan Member Position 1

Adam Schoof Member Position 2

Dr. Shirley Rose-Gilliam Member Position 4

Sonya Jones Member Position 5

• The Equipped 1:1 Initiative which provides individual laptops for every student in middle and high school. The Equipped program also provides eight additional laptops for each Classroom Toolkit in elementary schools, which will reduce the number of students who have to share devices.

• Stopfinder bus locator system will allow parents and school staff to verify students’ bus location and confirm the student is on the correct bus.

The system will only be accessible for authorized users.

• Barrington Place Elementary School reopens after being completely refurbished. It’s beautiful!

• School times will change slightly to: 8:05 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. Elementary 8:50 a.m. – 4:10 p.m. Middle 7:30 a.m. – 2:50 p.m. High • We have an additional holiday for students and teachers in early October.

But most importantly, this is the school year when we “Lead the PAC.” P is for Professionalism, A is for Accountability and C is for Communication. The PAC is a standard our district leaders have studied and adopted that will lead us to next level achievements. We expect everyone in FBISD, including students, to be a leader in the PAC. I look forward to seeing how far our PAC will go as we all move as one unit toward higher heights.

Sincerely,

Dr. Marc Smith Fort Bend ISD Superintendent

Message From

Board President Tassin The late great Julius Campbell who was a nationally known motivational speaker and a standout high school football star portrayed in the movie “Remember the Titans,” once said “attitude reflects leadership.”

All of us – teachers, parents, staff and students are leaders in Fort Bend ISD and as such, we are all responsible for the attitudes and culture that exist in our district.

Our collective attitude and the culture we create will determine whether we reach our goals of elevating student achievement levels, community engagement, parental involvement, innovation, customer service and employee satisfaction.

At the board level, I want you to know that I and my fellow trustees are focused on having an attitude of excellence that shapes our district’s culture and filters right down to the classroom.

With all of us working together, I am confident we will become the district all of Texas looks to as a shining example in all areas of education.

Let’s have a great 2024-25 school year!

Kristin Tassin, President Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees

New Student Registration The district provides innovative programs to address each student’s unique needs at all school levels.

High school students can earn college credit and industry-recognized certifications and licenses through programs such as the Early College High School or Pathways in Technology Programs. Six academies provide learning communities with concentrated courses in career-focused classes.

In middle school, students begin exploring careers through 14 Career and Technical

Education (CTE) programs. The district’s state-of-the-art Career and Technical Center is open to juniors and seniors and has a number of student-run enterprise businesses that are open to the public.

FBISD also offers a gifted and talented academy for middle school students.

A full day pre-K program is available and two early literacy centers equip students

with grade-level reading skills by the end of first grade.

Additional programs including gifted and talented, special education and multilingual ensure students have equitable access to all educational opportunities.

How Do I

Enroll My Child in School?

Visit our Enrollment Page for more information Learn more about pre-K and Early Childhood at FortBendISD.com/PreK

All children who are five years of age or over, but younger than 21 years of age on September 1 of any school year in which admission is sought are eligible to attend Fort Bend ISD schools. Students must reside within the Fort Bend ISD or have a parent/legal guardian (assigned by a court of law) who resides within the FBISD. To enroll a child in the Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities, the child must be: • Three to five years of age, • eligible for special education and recommended by the ARD committee for placement.

To qualify for Fort Bend ISD’s tuitionfree prekindergarten program, a child must meet the following criteria: • four years old on or before September 1, 2024, and • unable to speak or comprehend the English language, eligible for free/ reduced lunch according to federal guidelines, homeless, in foster care (currently or previously) or must have a parent currently on active military duty (or injured or killed while on active duty)

A child must be five years of age on or before September 1 to enroll in kindergarten. To enter first grade, a student must be six years of age by the first day of school or has either been enrolled in the first grade or has completed kindergarten in a public school of another state prior

to transferring to a Texas public school.

A child must be enrolled by the child’s parent, guardian, or a person with legal control established via a court order. The District must record the name, address, and date of birth of the person enrolling the child; therefore, an updated Texas Driver License or Texas ID card containing the parent’s/guardian’s FBISD address will be requested at the time of enrollment.

To enroll a child in prekindergarten, kindergarten or first grade, the following documents are needed: • birth certificate or its equivalent, • most recent report card or grade transcript, • immunization records, • proof of residence, including a deed, lease or mortgage agreement, a recent utility bill (water, gas, electric), • a student’s social security card (will be requested) or state assigned ID number, and • a government issued photo ID of the student’s parent or guardian, which provides their FBISD address (TX Driver License/ID Card)

To enroll a student in grades 2-12, the following is required: • birth certificate or its equivalent (for students younger than age 12), • most recent report card or grade transcript, • immunization records, • proof of residence, including a deed, lease or mortgage agreement, a recent utility bill (water, gas, electric), • a student’s social security card (will be requested) or state assigned ID number, and • a government issued photo ID of the student’s parent or guardian, which provides their FBISD address (TX Driver License/ID Card)

Registration must be completed at the school in which the child’s residence address is zoned within the FBISD; therefore, parents must contact their child’s zoned school for additional enrollment information.

Early Childhood

Child Nutrition

A strong early start is a good indicator of a student’s educational success. Fort Bend ISD offers diverse options to support the needs of students as young as three years of age. Prekindergarten (pre-K) programs are offered district-wide, including the district’s two Early Literacy Centers and Fueling Brains Academy. For young learners who require language support, the district has bilingual pre-K programs available as well.

FBISD’s Child Nutrition Department provides tens of thousands of healthy breakfast and lunch meals each day to students. The meals accommodate the diverse nutritious needs of students, including those with gluten sensitivity, nut allergies, and vegan/vegetarian diets.

Special programs are also available for students who require special education services. The district offers curriculum through the Early Childhood Special Education program and the district’s Early Intervention Academy.

All families are encouraged to complete the Free & ReducedPrice Meal Application online. This application is typically open at the start of each year beginning August 1. Families receive not only free or reduced-price meals but also reduced fees for extended learning programs, exams and athletic physicals. Visit FortBendISD.com/ChildNutrition to learn more.

School Hours Monday – Friday Elementary School 8:05 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.

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School Attendance Community

Middle School 8:50 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.

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High School 7:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.

To find your school attendance community, visit FortBendISD.com/ AttendanceCommunity.

Bus Transportation New this school year! The district will begin using Stopfinder software to share bus transportation schedules and other important information with parents.

Stopfinder will allow parents to verify their child’s bus location and confirm they are on the bus.

The system is secure and will only be accessible for registered users.

Parents and guardians will receive an invitation to create an account after the start of the 2024-25 school year.

Bus service is offered to students in kindergarten through 12th grade, who live two or more miles from their assigned school. It is also provided to students who attend a secondary program of choice, live in an area defined as a hazardous route or attend an overflow campus.

Service is also provided to students who receive special education services in FBISD.

Route information, including stops for pick up and drop off, will be available in early August before the start of each school year.

Fort Bend ISD launches Equipped 1:1 Program to provide individual laptops to secondary students Fort Bend ISD is excited to announce the launch of its EquippED 1:1 Laptop Initiative, beginning in the 2024-25 school year.

This initiative provides each Fort Bend ISD student in grades 6 through 12 with their own designated district laptop for educational use at school and at home, thanks to a $17.6 million federal grant and $12.4 million from the 2023 Bond, Proposition B. Detailed distribution plans will be communicated this summer by individual campuses.

All middle and high school students are required to participate in the program and are expected to bring their district-

issued laptop to school every day, fully charged. At the end of the school year, enrolled students will keep the device over the summer for continued learning.

The laptop is free to use; however, parents and guardians are responsible for any expenses associated with damage, loss, or theft. Optional laptop insurance will be available for $35 per year. Students who participate in the Free and Reduced Meal Program can purchase optional insurance for $15 per year.

The 1:1 laptops will benefit students by providing equitable access to digital resources such as Schoology and online textbooks, classroom assignments, and

exams. A district-issued device is also required by the State of Texas to use during STAAR and TELPAS testing.

Elementary students will not be issued a 1:1 device. They will continue to use the Classroom Toolkit, which is a cart containing laptops or iPads for each classroom. However, each Elementary Classroom Cart will receive 66% more laptops and all laptops will be updated.

For more information on the EquippEd 1:1 Laptop Initiative, visit the FBISD Information Technology Department website at FortBendISD.com/Equipped.

Fort Bend ISD’s Shared Dreams Serves Students for More Than 35 Years!

As part of the Department of Collaborative Communities, Shared Dreams focuses on community and student impact strategies.

Shared Dreams serves as a short-term layer of support for registered students that have been recommended by their campus staff to have potential to benefit from this program. Through generous community support and philanthropic donations, students are provided with clothing, shoes, toiletries, food, and school supplies.

Shared Dreams acts as an umbrella covering many aspects that provide basic needs for students so that they can focus on what’s important…learning!

Some of the activities include, but are not limited to, grant funds, community collaboration and assistance, volunteer opportunities, holiday support, addressing food insecurity, school supply kits and exemplary partnerships.

Shared Dreams primarily relies on tax deductible monetary and in-kind donations from businesses, community service organizations, faith groups and others to help expand programmatic efforts. Tax deductible monetary contributions may be made directly to Shared Dreams today!. To learn more, contact 281-634-2916 or visit the Shared Dreams webpage.

Immunizations Each year, the Department of State Health Services reviews immunization requirements for children who attend school. View an updated list of the Department of State Health Services vaccine requirements. Proof of vaccinations should be provided to a child’s campus before beginning the school year.

Student Code of Conduct and Student/Parent Handbook The FBISD Student Code of Conduct and Student/Parent Handbook provide the district’s expectations of student behavior and general information about the district’s guidelines and procedures. For more information, please visit FortBendISD.com/ StudentCodeOfConduct.

Open House for the 2024-25 School Year Open House is an important event at the beginning of the school year. It gives parents and teachers an opportunity to meet and begin to build a relationship that will help them work together for the benefit of our students. Open House also offers parents the opportunity to learn more about ways they can partner with the school for the best possible educational experience. The dates and times of your school’s open house will be communicated by your home campus.

For Our Students Before and After School At Fort Bend Independent School District, the safety of our students is a top priority, both inside and outside the school premises.

To ensure the safety of our students during drop-off and pick-up times, please follow these guidelines from the Texas Department of Transportation: • Be aware that traffic patterns around school zones may have changed since the last school year.

• Stay alert and put your cell phone away. Using a handheld electronic device while driving in an active school zone is against the law.

• Always obey school zone speed limit signs. Remember, traffic fines increase in school zones.

• Drop off and pick up your children in your school’s designated areas, not the middle of the street.

• Keep an eye on children gathered at bus stops.

• Watch for children who might dart across the street or between vehicles.

Thank you for your commitment to the safety of our students. Let’s work together to make this school year safe and successful.

Sports Physicals for All School Activities

August 08 Hopson Field House 3335 Hurricane Lane Missouri City, Texas 77459

5 – 7 p.m.

$20 | Cash will NOT be accepted Click here for payment Please access physical form HERE

Don’t Forget Wear light, comfortable clothing Bring glasses or wear contacts, if you have corrected vision Please bring your school physical form with medical history completed Please bring signed physical consent form

Ticket Prices for Athletic Events Presale tickets to attend games during the 2024-25 varsity football regular season will cost $8 per adult and $6 per student. General admission tickets bought on game day will cost $10.

All other regular season athletic games played at high schools will cost $4. Regular season middle school athletic events will remain at $3.

For additional information, contact the Athletics Department.

Athletic Physicals for the 2024-25 School Year As we gear up for the upcoming school year, we want to ensure that your child is ready to participate in athletics and fine arts programs. As part of these programs, it is important for your child to undergo a physical examination to ensure their health and safety.

To be eligible for athletic participation for the 2024-25 school year; ALL students will need to have a physical with a doctor’s stamp dated after April 1, 2024 and completed Rank One Electronic Forms.

Gifted and Talented (GT)

FBISD works to identify all its gifted learners to support their unique and diverse learning styles.

GT services are educational interventions for students who perform at or show the potential for performing at a remarkably high level of accomplishment. Gifted and Talented services are offered to students in Fort Bend ISD, in kindergarten through 12th grade. Students can be referred for evaluation, which can be done in the fall, spring and summer. All FBISD second grade students are also screened.

Through unique opportunities including a high school mentoring program and middle school academy, FBISD supports students and their families in creative, self-directed learning. Visit FortBendISD.com/GT to learn more.

Special Education At Fort Bend ISD, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students, including those with disabilities. We understand the importance of ensuring that each child’s educational needs are met.

Our dedicated team of special education professionals collaborates with teachers, parents, and students to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) that outline appropriate supports and services for each student.

These support services include: • External Support, Accommodations, and Modifications • In-Class Support • Co-Teaching

• Specialized Support • Home Instruction and Instruction in Hospitals and Institutions

For more information on special education services and placement options, visit the Special Education website. You may also reach the Special Education Department directly at 281-634-1143 for any specific questions or concerns.

Multilingual Programs

The district’s Multilingual Programs department supports families with students for whom English is not the first language at home. The department offers tailored programs to elementary and secondary students, in addition to world language instruction in seven languages. Parents can learn more about what is offered at FortBendISD.com/ MultilingualPrograms.

Elementary Pre-Kindergarten 6 glue sticks 2 boxes of #2 standard pencils 2 pink erasers 1 plastic pencil box 2 boxes of crayons (24) 1 box of markers (standard/washable) 1 pair of blunt/safety scissors 1 package of construction paper 2 pocket folders with brads 2 boxes of facial tissue 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 package of alcohol-based disinfectant wipes 1 primary journal, 8x10 (white primary paper, red baseline, wide-ruled, and drawing box) 1 bottle of glue 1 pack of non-toxic compound playdough with eight colors 1 nap mat or blanket

First Grade 6 glue sticks 2 boxes of #2 standard pencils 2 pink erasers 1 plastic pencil box 1 box of crayons (24) 1 box of markers (standard/washable) 1 pair of safety scissors 1 package of construction paper 4 pocket folders with brads 2 boxes of facial tissue 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 package of alcohol-based disinfectant wipes 1 package standard post-its 4 notebooks, 8x10, white primary paper, red baseline, wide-ruled 4 hard cover composition notebooks, primary style 1 box of map coloring pencils 2 packages of notebook paper, wide-ruled

Kindergarten 6 glue sticks 2 boxes of #2 standard pencils 2 pink erasers 1 plastic pencil box 1 box of crayons (24) 1 box of markers (standard/washable) 1 pair of safety scissors 1 package of construction paper 3 pocket folders with brads 2 boxes of facial tissue 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 package of alcohol-based disinfectant wipes 1 package standard post-its 4 notebooks, 8x10, white primary paper, red baseline, wide-ruled 1 composition notebook, primary style 1 box black dry-erase markers

Grades 2-5 6 glue sticks 2 boxes of #2 standard pencils 2 pink erasers 1 pencil bag 1 box crayons (24) 1 box markers (standard/washable) 1 pair child scissors 1 package construction paper 6 pocket folders with brads 1 package standard post-its 1 12” ruler marked with inches and centimeters 1 package map coloring pencils 2 pks notebook paper, wide-ruled (replenished as needed) 4 spiral or composition notebooks 4 hard cover composition notebooks 1 package black dry-erase markers 1 package of ½” graph paper (4th-5th Grade ONLY) 2 boxes of facial tissue 1 bottle of hand sanitizer 1 package of alcohol-based disinfectant wipes

Optional Technology Items: 1 Universal Stylus Touch Screen Pen (Passive) (For use with touch screen devices) 1 BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Refer to “Guide to Student BYOD Devices” on Fort Bend ISD webpage: FortBendISD.com/BYODGuide 1 Headset/Headphones or earbuds with mic (compatible w/Windows laptops or their own device)

The school supply list for Fort Bend ISD elementary campuses is available on the Fort Bend ISD Website at FortBendISD. com/SchoolSupply. Just click on “Parents and Students” and scroll down to “School Supply Lists.” This information will also be available in area retail stores.

Middle school students will receive school supply lists at orientation. Parents of high school students are asked to check with their child’s campus directly for school supplies. Students are generally given requirements in their classes on the first day of school.

Middle School 1 package #2 pencils (replenish as needed) 1 package pens (blue or black) 4 packages notebook paper (should be replenished throughout the year) 2 large glue sticks 1 pair school scissors 1 package multi-colored highlighters 1 pencil sharpener with cover 1 12” ruler marked with inches and centimeters 1 pencil pouch 1 package colored pencils 1 package quarter inch graph paper 1 box facial tissue Optional Classroom Items: 1 package alcohol-based disinfectant wipes 1 bottle hand sanitizer

Extended Learning Offers Enriching Programs

The Extended Learning Department operates various programs to enhance your child’s educational journey and foster their growth as critical thinkers and lifelong learners.

Extended Day Program (EDP): Our before and after school

program is available at FBISD elementary campuses. This program offers a safe and nurturing environment where students can engage in enriching activities, complete homework, and interact with their peers.

Club Excel: Designed specifically for FBISD middle school campuses, it

provides students with opportunities to explore their interests and develop new skills. From arts and crafts to sports and STEM projects, Club Excel offers a wellrounded experience for middle school students.

Little Learners Program: For children enrolled in pre-K, this program is designed to provide our youngest learners with a supportive and stimulating environment that encourages their cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Success Zone: An exciting afterschool enrichment program for elementary students that offers classes from STEM, cooking, sports, fitness to art, music, dance and more. We collaborate with professionals throughout the community to bring students the perfect mix of fun learning, imaginary curriculum, and high-energy activities.

For more information, including the registration process and class schedules, go to the Extended Learning website or contact the department directly at 281-634-4220.

The district’s Whole Child Health Initiative supports and develops the mental, behavioral, social, emotional and physical health of all students.

Students’ academic performance is directly and positively linked to their overall health, so FBISD provides resources and counseling to students, parents and staff with six in-district counselors and partnering organizations. The initiative also offers free monthly parent webinars during the school year. Visit FortBendISD.com/ WholeChildHealth to learn more.

Volunteer Opportunities District-wide

Become a

Student Mentor!

What to expect: • Get paired with a student and meet once a week for 30 minutes • Mentor either face-to-face or virtually • Read books and provide support to a student

FBISD Collaborative Communities 281-634-1109 CollaborativeCommunities@ FortBendISD.com

Community Partners Make an Impact Fort Bend ISD values the community partners that support our schools, and ultimately support student achievement.

Our partners range from corporate entities, local businesses, community-based organizations and health institutions.

There are many ways community members can make an impact on our students. articipate in mentoring, afterP school activities or read with a child

S erve as an event judge or Career Day speaker

rovide impactful programs and/or P learning materials that reflect realworld applications of classroom subjects

S erve on a Collaborative Communities committee

Donate • Provide in-kind support for programs/events • Provide incentives for students and/or teachers • Donate funds to purchase awards for student achievement • Underwrite or assist with funding for a variety of campus and/or district-wide activities, events or programs

onduct campus beautification C projects A partnership is defined as a no-cost, mutually beneficial and ongoing relationship between the district and an organization that supports students, families and/or the district in accordance with the mission, vision, core beliefs and commitments.

If you are interested in becoming a District Partner, please fill out the Partnership Interest Form.

Fort Bend ISD recognizes the importance that volunteers can play in education as they help to promote a school/community partnership. There are many ways that parents, families and the community can engage with the district through volunteer opportunities, including but not limited to: • Participation in PTA / PTO meetings, committee, and fundraising meetings • Supporting Shared Dreams • Mentoring • Assisting teachers with projects • Creating communication and recruitment materials (i.e., newsletter) • Supervise school breakfasts or lunches • Chaperoning field trips

Volunteer Guidelines All adults, 18 years of age and older, who volunteer and will be in direct and extended contact with students both during and after school hours on school campuses or at any school-sponsored function when the job involves working with campus personnel and children other than their own must complete a no-cost Criminal History Check.

For assistance in completing the Volunteer Background Application, please contact 281-634-1109 or email CollaborativeCommunities@ FortBendISD.com.

Ways to Stay Connected With Fort Bend ISD Ensuring effective communication with our community is important.

The district offers various resources to keep you informed about important updates and events. By utilizing these resources, you can stay connected, informed, and engaged with Fort Bend ISD. Here are ways to stay connected with the district:

Schoology: Schoology is

an online learning platform used by students and teachers. While parents have view-only access, it provides a window into your child’s coursework, assignments, and class updates.

FBISD Magazine: Stay informed about district initiatives, achievements, and success stories by reading our FBISD Magazine at FortBendISD.com/Magazine. It highlights the outstanding work being done in our schools and the talents and accomplishments of our students, staff, and community members.

Fort Bend ISD website:

Visit our district website regularly to access a wealth of information, including district news, calendars, school directories, curriculum details, policies, and contact information for various departments. NOTE: Our domain

will soon change to .gov!

Express Newsletter:

Stay informed about district news, events, and initiatives by subscribing to the FBISD Express Newsletter. This newsletter delivers timely updates directly to your email inbox, keeping you in the loop with the latest happenings in Fort Bend ISD.

Let’s Talk: Let’s Talk is an

online communication tool that provides a convenient and direct way to communicate with specific departments within the district to ask questions, provide feedback, or seek support.

Skyward: Skyward is a student

management system that allows you to stay connected with your child’s academic progress, attendance records, grades, and more.

Social Media: Follow Fort Bend ISD on official social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn for district news, success stories, upcoming events, and educational resources. Engage with us, comment, and share to stay connected and join the conversation.

X (formerly Twitter) @FortBendISD X - Superintendent Dr.Smith @FortBendISDSupt Facebook Fort Bend ISD Instagram @FortBend.ISD Youtube @FortBendISDTX LinkedIn Fort Bend ISD

Blackboard: Blackboard is a digital communication platform that delivers districtwide announcements, emergency alerts, and important updates to parents and staff. Be sure your contact information is up-to-date in Blackboard to receive important communications.

Your ticket to great entertainment!

FortBendISD.com/GoldCard Gold Card Club Benefits Include

Free Admission To:

FBISD cultural events

FBISD regular season athletic events

including student and District plays, musicals and concerts held during the school year at all FBISD schools and facilities (Reservations may be necessary when sell-out performances are anticipated.)

held at District schools and facilities (including gymnasiums, football and baseball fields, etc.) and general admission seating at district stadiums (Cards will not be valid for activities beyond regular District schedules or out-of-District or “away” games and events.)

Eligible Gold Card Holders Must Be:

To Apply For Membership In The FBISD Gold Card Club

• A resident of Fort Bend ISD who is 62 years of age or older (Texas Driver License)

Once completed, bring the application to the FBISD Administration Building receptionist (located at 16431 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479), along with a photo ID (Texas Drivers’ License or Military ID) and proof of residence (deed, lease agreement or water, gas or electric utility bill in your name).

• A military veteran and/or active military personnel who resides in Fort Bend ISD (Military ID)

Fill Application Here

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2024 - 2025 Instructional Calendar August

July 29th – 30th . . . . . . . . . . District Professional Learning Days/ No Students July 31st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Teacher Work Day/No Students 1st – 6th . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Learning Day/No Students 7th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Planning Day/No Students 8th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Day of Classes 1st Semester

September

2nd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Labor Day 26th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release-Elementary 27th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Learning Day/No Students

October

4th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday 10th – 14th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday 15th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Planning Day/No Students

November

1st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday 11th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Veterans Day 25th – 29th . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Thanksgiving Break

December

19th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Early Release – MS/HS 20th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release/All Students 23rd – 31st . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Winter Break

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February

13th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release-Elem .

14th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Learning Day/No Students 17th . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Inclement Weather Make-Up Day 28th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Planning Day/No Students

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4 11 18 25

1 8 15 22 29

29 5 12 19 26

30 6 13 20 27

June

6 13 20 27

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

7 14 21 28

1 2 8 [9] 15 [16] 22 23 29 30

3 10 17 24 31

1st – 4th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Office and Campuses Closed

KEY Teacher Work Day Professional Learning Teacher Planning First Day of Semester

[ ] Beginning/End of Nine Weeks { } Exams

District Professional Learning Day Student/Teacher Holiday

Early Release ES Early Release HS/MS

3 10 17 24

1 8 15 22 29

ES

MS

HS

171

171

171

Total Teacher Contract Days

187

187

187

Operational Minutes per Full Day

440

440

440

Operational Minutes per Early Release Days

240

270

245

Total Operational Minutes Pre-Waiver

74,440 74,560 74,460

Waiver Minutes for Professional Learning

2,100

2,100

2,100

Total Operational Min . w/ Approved Waivers

76,540 76,660

76,560

Bank of Operational Minutes

940

960

1,060

HB 2442 requires a minimum of 75,600 operational minutes with any applicable waivers and at least a minimum bank of 840 operational minutes . The bank of operational minutes can be used in the event of bad weather and other issues of health and safety . FBISD reserves the right to revise the calendar, pending Board approval, to meet the minimum required operational minutes each year .

2 9 16 23

3 10 17 24

6 13 20 27

4 11 18 25

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

7 14 21 28

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1st Semester Grading Period

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F

S

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

1 8 15 22

7 14 21 28

2 3 4 9 10 11 16 [17] 18 23 24 25 30 31

1 6 [7] 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29

5 12 19 26

April 2025

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

1 8 15 22 29

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

1 2 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 15 16 19 20 21 22 {23} 26 {27} {28} {[29]} 30

3 10 17 24 31

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

May 2025 2 9 16 23 30

4 11 18 25

June 2025

2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 {17} {18} {19} {[20]} 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 30 31

1 2 8 [9] 15 16 22 23 29 30

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March 2025

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

January 2025

Inclement Weather Make-up Day

Total Days of Instruction

3 10 17 24 31

December 2024

Early Release HS/MS/ES

This Calendar Reflects the Following

T

November 2024

19th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Juneteenth Day 30th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District Office and Campuses Closed

July

M

February 2025

31 1 2 7 [8] 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30

April

26th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Memorial Day 28th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release-MS/HS 29th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Release- All Students 30th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Workday/No Students

S

October 2024

10th – 14th . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Spring Break 31st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday

May

S

September 2024

March

18th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday 21st . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Inclement Weather Make-Up Day

F

August 2024

January

1st – 3rd . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/New Year’s Day 6th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Professional Learning Day/No Students 7th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Planning Day/No Students 8th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Teacher Work Day/No Students 9th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .First Day of Classes 2nd Semester 20th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student/Teacher Holiday/Martin Luther King Jr . Day

M

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

July 2025

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

83 Days

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

2nd Semester Grading Period

88 Days

1st Nine Weeks

8/8 ‐ 10/9

42

3rd Nine Weeks

1/9 ‐ 3/7

38

2nd Nine Weeks

10/16 ‐ 12/20

41

4th Nine Weeks

3/17 ‐ 5/29

50

Cultural and religious observances of families in FBISD can be accessed on the Diversity Calendar at www .fortbendisd .com/diversity .

Board Approved 1/22/2024

Agosto

2024 - 2025 Calendario Escolar

Julio 29 - 30 . . Día de capacitación profesional del Distrito/No hay clases Julio 31 . . . . . Día de preparación para maestros/No hay clases 1 - 6 . . . . . . . . . . . Día de capacitación profesional/No hay clases 7 . . . . . . . . . . . Día de planificación para maestros/No hay clases 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Primer día de clases del 1er semestre/ Comienzo de las 1as nueve semanas

Septiembre

2 . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/ Día del Trabajo 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salida temprano para Primaria 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día de capacitación profesional/No hay clases

Do Lu Ma Mi

Noviembre

1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros 11 . . . . . . . . . .Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/ Día de los Veteranos 25 - 29 . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Receso de Acción de Gracias

Diciembre

19 . . . . Salida temprano para Intermedia/Secundaria (MS y HS) 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salida temprano para todos los estudiantes 23 - 31. . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Receso de Invierno

Vi

Sa

4 11 18 25

29 5 12 19 26

30 6 13 20 27

31 1 2 7 [8] 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30

3 10 17 24 31

Marzo

10 - 14 . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Receso de Primavera 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros

6 13 20 27

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

Junio

19 . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Juneteenth 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Oficinas del Distrito y escuelas cerradas

Julio

3 10 17 24

1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oficinas del Distrito y escuelas cerradas

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

de nueve [ ] Principio/Final semanas

{ } Exámenes

Primer día de clases del semestre Día de capacitacion profesional del Distrito Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros

Salida temprano para Primaria Salida temprano para Intermedia/Secundaria (MS y HS) Salida temprano para todos los estudiantes Día de recuperacion por mal tiempo

3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

Sa

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22

1 6 [7] 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29

5 12 19 26

Abril 2025

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

1 2 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 15 16 19 20 21 22 {23} 26 {27} {28} {[29]} 30

3 10 17 24 31

7 14 21 28

1 8 15 22 29

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24

Mayo 2025 2 9 16 23 30

4 11 18 25

Junio 2025

2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 {17} {18} {19} {[20]} 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 30 31

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

Enero 2025 1 2 8 [9] 15 16 22 23 29 30

4 11 18 25

2 3 4 9 10 11 16 [17] 18 23 24 25 30 31

Diciembre 2024

KEY Día de preparacion para maestros Día de capacitacion profesional Día de planificacion para maestros

7 14 21 28

1 2 8 [9] 15 [16] 22 23 29 30

Vi

Marzo 2025

Noviembre 2024

Abril

Mayo

3 10 17 24

Octubre 2024

18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Dia recuperaciónpor mal tiempo 26 . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/ Día de los Caídos 28 . . . . Salida temprano para Intermedia/Secundaria (MS y HS) 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Salida temprano para todos los estudiantes 30 . . . . . . . . . . . Día de preparación para maestros/No hay clases

2 9 16 23

Septiembre 2024 1 8 15 22 29

Ju

Febrero 2025

Enero

1 - 3 . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Año Nuevo 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día de capacitación profesional/No hay clases 7 . . . . . . . . . . . Día de planificación para maestros/No hay clases 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . Día de preparación para maestros/No hay clases 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Primer día de clases del 2o semestre/ Comienzo de las 3as nueve semanas 20 . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/ Día de Martin Luther King Jr Febrero 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salida temprano para Primaria 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . Día de capacitación profesional/No hay clases 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros/Dia de recuperación por mal tiempo 28 . . . . . . . . . Día de planificación para maestros/No hay clases

Do Lu Ma Mi

Agosto 2024

Octubre

4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros 10 - 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Día feriado para estudiantes/maestros 15 . . . . . . . . . . Día de planificación para maestros/No hay clases

Ju

3 10 17 24

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

4 11 18 25

5 12 19 26

Julio 2025 3 10 17 24 31

4 11 18 25

1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

3 10 17 24 31

Este calendario refleja lo siguiente:

Prim.

Int.

Sec.

Total de días de clases

171

171

171

Total de días trabajo para maestros

187

187

187

Minutos de Servicio por día completo

440

440

440

Minutos de servicio en días de salida temprano

240

270

245

Minutos de Servicio sin contar capacitación

74,440 74,560 74,460

Minutos autorizados para capacitación profesional

2,100

2,100

2,100

Minutos de servicio contando capacitación profesional

76,540 76,660

76,560

1er Semestre de Calificaciones

Reserva de minutos de servicio

940

960

1as Nueve Semanas

8/8 ‐ 10/9

42

3as Nueve Semanas

1/9 ‐ 3/7

38

2as Nueves Semanas

10/16 ‐ 12/20

41

4as Nueve Semanas

3/17 ‐ 5/29

50

1,060

La ley HB 2442 exige un mínimo de 75,600 minutos de servicio sin contar cualquier permiso vigente y una reserva mínima de 840 minutos de servicio . La reserva puede utilizarse en caso de cancelaciones por mal tiempo o en otros casos por salud y seguridad . FBISD se reserva el derecho a revisar el calendario, sujeto a aprobación del Consejo Directivo para cumplir con el mínimo de minutos de servicio .

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

83 Días

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

2do Semestre de Calificaciones

Se puede consultar las prácticas religiosas y culturales de las familias de FBISD en el Calendario de Diversidad en la página web del Distrito Escolar de Fort Bend www .fortbendisd .com/diversity .

Board Approved 1/22/2024

88 Días