Welcome!

The beginning of the 2014-2015 school year is right around the corner. Teachers, administrators and staff members are working around the clock as they prepare to “Lead the Way” for students to have a successful school year. As summer vacation comes to a close for parents and students, and as they begin to get ready for the start of school on Aug. 25, the district is launching yet another new and innovative medium (following suit of the new district website) to keep parents informed.

How to Find the School Supply Lists

The 2015-2016 school supply lists can be found on all school websites. Here is a simple three-step process to locate these lists:

1. Find your school on the CFISD webpage and click on Website under the school's information.

2. After the school website loads, place your cursor over Parents & Students on the menu bar then click on School Supplies.

3. Finally, click on the link for the 2015-2016 school supply list. This will open the list as a PDF for you to download or print.

If you do not see a menu bar on the school website, make sure that Compatibility View is turned off. This can be done by clicking on the icon, in the address bar, that looks like a ripped page.

Tax-Free Weekend

This year’s Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 8-10. As in previous years, the law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced under $100 from sales and use taxes, which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. 

- from the website of Susan Combs, Texas Comptroller

New Administrative Assignments

"It is my belief that parents and educators have the most critical roles in society today. I am eagerly anticipating the tremendous opportunity to work with the entire Duryea family as we prepare for a dynamic 2014-15 school year."

- Kenneth Henry, principal Duryea ES

"Ault Elementary has a track record of great tradition and success. I look forward to working with the students, staff and parents as we build on these proud traditions."

- Jeff LaCoke, principal Ault ES

"It's an honor to be part of this wonderful school district, and I am looking forward to an exciting and fulfilling journey as the new principal of this great campus."

- Gloria Vásquez, principal Frazier ES

"It is both an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to serve the Cook community. I look forward to working with the dedicated staff, parents and students as we build the bridge to success in middle school and beyond."

- Maggie Wiley, principal Cook MS

Community Engagement Volunteer Opportunities

If you would like to donate your time and energy to help CFISD students, Community Engagement is here to help you get started. Community Engagement is the CFISD department responsible for several volunteer programs. Bus Buddies is one program that is currently in need of volunteers.

Bus Buddies is a partnership between volunteers and CFISD to provide assistance to elementary students to help them get off the bus at the correct location. You can sign up to become a Bus Buddy by filling out and submitting an application. No formal training is necessary.  Upon receiving your application, Community Engagement will send you the Bus Buddy procedures that volunteers need to follow.

Another way to volunteer is to become a mentor. All schools are in need of mentors. Mentors are suitable role models committed to helping students with academic and social development. More information can be found on the Community Engagement section of the website.

There are many other opportunities to volunteer with CFISD, and it is easy to get started. Parents, grandparents or legal guardians of CFISD students can sign up to volunteer by filling out the online Volunteer Registration Form. All others must fill out the Global Volunteer Application. Both applications can be found on the volunteer section of the CFISD website. All visitors are required to present a valid driver’s license or other valid government-issued ID in the main office. The complete list of guidelines can be found in the school policy.

For more information on how you or your company can partner with CFISD, contact Leslie Francis at the Community Engagement department, 281-894-3950.

ACBM Removal and Compliance

In accordance with Environmental Protection Agency 40 CFR 765 regulations, all parents and district employees are hereby informed that inspection of asbestos containing building material (ACBM) in Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District facilities was recently performed.

This inspection confirmed that the district's buildings are in compliance, and that the district continues to provide a safe environment for its staff and students. The individual building re-inspection reports are on file in the Management Plan books located in facility administration areas.

Additionally, during the past twelve (12) months, ACBM was removed from Watkins Middle School. For more information contact Archie Hayes, Director of Maintenance, at 281-897-4292.