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Ft Sam Houston Elementary

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October 2 Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/02/26 (04:02 PM)


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Upcoming Events

October 5: World Teacher Day
October 5: Bully Prevention Day -Wear Blue
October 6: Instructional Coaches Day
October 8: Fire Truck Visit
October 12: No School -Columbus Day
October 14: Dental Class Visit
October 19: Cider and Chat with the Principal
October 21: Fall Photo Make-up Day
October 22: Trunk or Treat (PTO Sponsored)
October 23: No School- Parent/Teacher Conference
October 23: Literary Pumpkin Drop Off
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Volunteer Application Form
Literary Pumpkin
AACOG Parent Session
Cole Career Fair
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Welcome October!

Dear Cougar Cub Families,
Dear FSHE Community,

Happy Friday! As we welcome October and settled weather changes, it is hard to believe how quickly this school year is already moving along. I hope everyone has a wonderful, relaxing, and safe weekend ahead. With rain in the forecast, please take extra care on the roads and stay dry!

Our students had a fantastic time celebrating during their House Color lunch today! While we were disappointed to cancel our House Color pep rally, our priority was keeping our students as dry and comfortable as possible throughout the school day. Thank you for your understanding as we adjusted our plans.

We also have a few special celebrations and important dates to highlight:

  • Custodian Appreciation Day (Today): We showered our amazing custodial team with appreciation today for everything they do to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every single day.
  • World Teacher Day (Monday, October 5): We are incredibly lucky to have the most phenomenal teachers here at FSHE. Please join us in celebrating their dedication, heart, and hard work!
  • Instructional Coach Day (Tuesday, October 6): A huge shoutout to our three Instructional Coaches—they truly are the very BEST in the UNIVERSE and support our staff and students in countless ways.
  • Parent/Teacher Conference Day (October 23): Mark your calendars for Friday, October 23. Teachers will be reaching out to families soon to schedule your individual conference times.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school. Stay warm, stay safe in the rain, and have a wonderful weekend!

Warmly,

Julissa Fisher
Proud Cougar Cub Principal

Family Fun Events in San Antonio

Looking for something fun to do this month? Click on the link to access the November calendar of events in San Antonio. These are family fun events.

TEA Military Family Resource Guide

 
Counselor Information
Dear Cougar Cub Parents & Families,
This month, our school is focusing on the character trait TRUSTWORTHINESS!
What does it mean to be trustworthy?
Being trustworthy means doing what you say you will do, telling the truth, keeping your promises, and making responsible choices—even when no one is watching.
What Trustworthiness Looks Like at School
Students can show trustworthiness by:
  • Telling the truth, even when it is difficult
  • Keeping promises and commitments
  • Returning things that don't belong to them
  • Following rules and expectations
  • Taking responsibility for their choices
  • Being someone others can count on
 At Home!
Families can help build trustworthiness by encouraging children to:
✔ Keep a promise
✔ Tell the truth
✔ Complete a responsibility without being reminded
✔ Admit when they make a mistake
✔ Follow through on what they say they will do
Thank you for your support in helping our students grow into trustworthy, responsible, and caring individuals. Please see the resources below that can help guide the conversation. Remember that trust is built through small choices every day. 
Resources:
💬 Family Conversation Starter
Ask your child:
“What does it mean to be someone others can trust?”
Then share an example of a time when someone showed you trustworthiness.

*Parent Optional Form, to NOT have their child participate in the character lesson by the school counselor: https://forms.gle/TRzmVww1zYrz3ukeA

LOST AND FOUND: In an early effort to ensure your child’s belongings get home; please label all items, jackets, sweaters, water bottle, lunch boxes, etc. with your child’s name and grade level.

FSHES Counselors
Laura Boon PK-2nd    

Katty Gervin 3rd-5th

Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLC)
Stephanie Motes PK-2nd
210-439-9114

Larissa Palacios 3rd-5th
210-439-8918


Special Education Resources

Transition Talk

The Transition Team welcomes you back to the 2026/27 school year. We want to let you know that we have a new addition to our team, Ms. Lisa Castillo, who is serving as our new job coach.
I am attaching the link for the September Transition Talk for Parents .  It is never too early to start transition planning, so this is for all grade levels.
A few event highlights are listed below:
10/3/26- Accessibility Fest
10/6/26- Palo Alto's Project Access Open House
10/12/26- AACOG presents: Texas ABLE Accounts
10/20/26- Lackland Virtual Tea Talk with Special Education- Topics- Texas Workforce Commission Services and The ARC of SA- presents Medicaid Waiver Services Information
11/9/26- Virtual Parent Information Session- Self-Determination and Transition Planning- Presented by Workforce Solutions Alamo
12/5/26- Pathways to Inclusion: Disability Resource Expo- Disability related vendors/ exhibitors, parent information sessions, and a live student panel discussion- in person at Judson High School

Thank you for supporting Transition! We appreciate all you do!
Family resources
Family Engagement R20
FSHISD 2026-2027 School Year Calendar
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Registration, Student Records, Disenrollment, and Attendance Information

Please let our attendance clerk and registrar know if you do not plan to return next school year so they can begin to prepare your child's records. If you plan on withdrawing, please notify our attendance clerk and registrar. It will take up to 48 hours to have all documentation ready when withdrawing. For questions on registration or records request, please reach out to our registrar.
Mrs. Erica McMahon, Registrar emcmahon@fshisd.net
Yoko Moreno, Attendance ymoreno@fshisd.net
PTO News

Join PTO

Dear Parents and Families,

When you walk through our school doors, so much of the magic, joy, and extra fun our kids experience happens because of our PTO.

Our Parent-Teacher Organization works behind the scenes to support our amazing teachers and bring big smiles to our students' faces. Joining the PTO is the single best way to stay connected, support our educators, and make a direct impact on your child's school experience.

What Our PTO Does

  • Supports Our Teachers: From providing support in preparing activities to organizing staff appreciation lunches, we make sure our educators feel valued every single day.
     
  • Adds the "Fun Factor": We fund and organize the extra events, field trips, classroom supplies, and school-wide celebrations that turn ordinary school days into lasting memories.
     
  • Delivers Everyday Joy: Whether it’s surprise snack carts for teachers, pop-up treats for students, or reward incentives for hard work, we love spreading a little extra happiness around campus.

How You Can Get Involved

You don't need hours of free time to make a difference! Joining doesn't mean committing to endless meetings or volunteering for every event—it simply means joining a community dedicated to making our school the best it can be. Whether you can lend a hand for one hour a month, donate supplies, or simply offer your ideas, your support matters.

Ready to join us?
Membership

Cole Football Schedule

As you know, we support our Cole High School students. The football schedule has been added to our newsletter.
When attending the games, we ask that our elementary aged students remain with their parents. We want to ensure they are safe at all times. Running, throwing the football, or hiding under the bleachers are not allowed during the football games.
Safety Letter
Communication Protocol

Cougar Cubs In Action

We are proud to announce that we had two teachers nominated for the HEB Excellence in Education Awards!  Congratulation to Mrs. Pearson, Kinder Teacher and Mrs. Neal, 5th Grade RLA Teacher.
 
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Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • (210) 368-8800
  • FSHElementary@fshisd.net
  • https://fshelem.fshisd.net/