
CFHS Charge Up!
September 10, 2023

A MESSAGE FROM BRIAN FORSHEE, CFHS PRINCIPAL
This coming Tuesday, September 12, is Open House from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. It is a true meet and greet and is a great opportunity for you to meet each of your student’s teachers. We will not ring bells to move from period to period; instead, you will visit each of your student’s classes in any order you choose. Please take a picture of your students schedule with room numbers and teachers names so that you can easily navigate to classrooms. Also, please be mindful that Open House is not a parent/teacher conference. If you need to schedule an individual conference, teachers will have a sign-up sheet in their room.
GREAT NEWS! Our Campus Athletic Coordinators, Coach Codutti, and Coach Kowalski, have started a SPORTS SMORE to keep everyone updated on all things SPORTS at the CFHS! Please check the bottom of my weekly newsletter to read about our CFHS ATHLETICS!
Included in this edition of the Charge Up:
CFHS Graduation Date - Sunday, May 19th, 2024
Seating Adjustments for Traylor Stadium
Homecoming Dance
- LCISD Exemption Policy Update
- College and Career Center Updates
- CCMR Night
- Fun Things Happening at CFHS
- School Pictures - September 19th
- Senior Portraits (Cap and Gown)
- Yearbooks on Sale
- SENIORS - ProGrad Meeting 9/18
- CFHS Football Theme Days
- CFHS OPEN HOUSE - September 12, 2023 - 6:30 PM
- STUDENT PARKING INFORMATION
- CFHS ATHLETICS
CFHS Admin Team Support
Our Admin Team is ready and willing to support! We are available (via email) during business hours and will be promptly getting back with you for assistance.
Please feel free to reach out to your child's Assistant Principal (alpha split by last name) for student specific concerns or assistance.
Associate Principal Support
Valerie Anderson – Associate Principal vlanderson@lcisd.org
Trey Watkins – Associate Principal jwatkins@lcisd.org
Assistant Principal Support Team (ALPHA split by LAST NAME)
Kassandra McCann - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Di) kmccann@lcisd.org
Allison Groce – Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Do-Ke) allison.groce@lcisd.org
Matt Tomas - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Kh-Ph) mtomas@lcisd.org
Christopher Wood – Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Pi-Z) christopher.wood02@lcisd.org
Nick Codutti - Campus Athletic Coordinator
Micah Kowalski - Assistant Campus Coordinator
Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar Squad!
Our CFHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar are ready and available to support you. The best way to contact them is via email and they will be getting back with you for assistance within 24 business hours. From schedule questions, college questions, transcript requests, to any student concern our CFHS team is here to assist you and your child. Feel free to email them with any questions or concerns.
Counselors Support Team: (counselors are divided up by last name alpha split)
Kacy Warren (alpha split A-Ci) & Dual Credit kacy.warren@lcisd.org
Christy Tucker (alpha split Cj-Her) ctucker@lcisd.org
Karla White (alpha split Hes-Moe) karla.white@lcisd.org
Charlene Henderson (alpha split Mof-Roc) charlene.henderson@lcisd.org
Wendy Howe (alpha split Rod-Z) wendy.howe@lcisd.org
Valerie Anderson (504) vlanderson@lcisd.org
Mary Saville - College Career Facilitator (CCF) masaville@lcisd.org
Jennifer Kipping -Fulshear High School Registrar jkipping@lcisd.org
CFHS Graduation Date - Sunday, May 19th, 2024
Seating Adjustments for Football Games at Traylor Stadium
Updated Seating (Effective September 6, 2023):
Beginning this week, we are implementing seating adjustments at Traylor Stadium as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all our spectators, which is our priority.
For the remainder of the season, we will close off portions of the current student section and relocate students to an area adjacent to the band section. The new location will still offer an excellent view of the action on the field, and we are confident that our spirited students will continue to bring their enthusiasm and support to our teams.
These necessary changes will remain in effect for all upcoming football games due to foundation issues that have been identified in certain sections of the stadium.
We understand that change can sometimes be met with questions and concerns, and we want to assure you that we are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible. Our athletic staff will be on-site during the games to assist with the seating arrangements and answer any questions you may have.
Homecoming Dance - September 23
Monday, Sept 11th - Tickets go on Sale
- Step 1- http://lcisd.schoolcashonline.com/
- Step 2 - https://tinyurl.com/cfhshoco23
ONLY FULSHEAR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE ALLOWED ENTRY TO HOCO DANCE
Lamar CISD Exemption Policy Update
On September 5, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees approved some important changes to our EIAA Local policy, which provides guidance regarding our final exam exemptions. These updates will go into effect on Monday, September 11, 2023.
Effective September 11, 2023, the following adjustments will be made to our final exam policy for 7th – 12th grade students:
Absence Criteria for Exam Exemptions:
To qualify for an exemption from final exams, a student shall have no more than three absences without a note from a medical professional or up to five absences with a note from a medical professional for at least two of those absences. This change reinforces the importance of regular attendance while allowing flexibility for genuine medical reasons.
Attendance Review Committee (ARC):
Parents and students may request the campus ARC (as specified in FEC Local) to review cases of students with more than five total absences. The committee will assess whether the student has valid reasons to be considered eligible for exam exemptions. Decisions made by the ARC are final and may not be appealed. We encourage students and parents to utilize this process if they believe their circumstances warrant a review.
Absent on Exam Day:
If a student fails to be present and sign in on the day of the exam, they will be marked absent and required to take the assessment at a later date, determined by the campus administration. Failure to take the assessment will result in a grade of zero for the final/semester exam.
Important Note: Absences accrued prior to September 11, 2023, will NOT count against earning exemptions. However, any absences prior to September 11, 2023, may count against compulsory attendance requirements per board Policy FEA (Legal) and FEC (Legal).
These changes to our final exam policy reflect our commitment to maintaining a fair and equitable academic environment while emphasizing the importance of regular attendance and accountability. We believe that these adjustments will promote academic success and encourage responsible attendance habits among our students.
We understand that you may have questions or require additional information regarding these policy changes and our team will be available to support you. For any inquiries, please reach out to your campus administration or staff directly.
We understand that you may have questions or require additional information regarding these policy changes and our team will be available to support you. For any inquiries, please reach out to your campus administration or staff directly.
College and Career Center Updates
CFHS College and Career Updates
CCMR Calendar
Hope to see you all next week in the CCMR Center in Room 1500. Please click the link below to see what will be happening next week! https://tinyurl.com/Fulshear9-11
Youth in Philanthropy – Juniors and Seniors
The application is open to any junior or senior who would like to apply to participate in Youth in Philanthropy. It is a wonderful program that brings students across Ft Bend County together to grow as leaders and learn about the nonprofit sector of our community. Students give six Saturdays of their time during the school year to serve local nonprofits. If you would like to apply, please click the link below. The deadline to apply for it is 9/15/2023.
YIP Application - http://www.thegeorgefoundation.org/program/youth-in-philanthropy/
Service Cord Information and Deadlines
The next Service Cord deadline will be September 15th. All service hours completed between May 1st and September 14th will need to be submitted in SchooLinks and verified by your supervisor. Students are not required to participate in the Service Cord.
www.lcisd.org/docs/default-source/students-parents-documents/choices/service-cord.pdf?sfvrsn=4
CCMR Night - October 10th
Fun Things Happening at CFHS (just a few)
School Pictures - September 19th
Underclassman pictures (for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors) will take place on Tuesday, September 19th. Students will be photographed during their English class.
Senior Portraits are happening through Cady studios this year. Because we've been getting a lot of questions about portraits this year, our journalism program has created an article to help ensure everyone knows how to get registered. You can find that article here: https://chargerpublications.com/951/striker-yearbook/how-do-i-sign-up-for-senior-portraits/#photo Portraits MUST be taken by December 15th in order to be included in the yearbook.
Senior Portraits (Cap and Gown)
Senior Portraits are happening through Cady studios this year. Because we've been getting a lot of questions about portraits this year, our journalism program has created an article to help ensure everyone knows how to get registered. You can find that article here: https://chargerpublications.com/951/striker-yearbook/how-do-i-sign-up-for-senior-portraits/#photo Portraits MUST be taken by December 15th in order to be included in the yearbook.
SENIORS - ProGrad Meeting September 18
Senior Parents and Students- the link below now has the ProGrad Membership available for purchase. You need this membership for entrance into ProGrad and for us to keep track of your points all year!
We are still taking orders for shirts all year but the next order has to be placed by September 6th if you wish to wear it for HOCO spirit days!
ProGrad next meeting is September 18th at 6pm in the Cafeteria!
CFHS Football Theme Days
CFHS OPEN HOUSE - September 12, 2023 - 6:30 PM
STUDENT PARKING INFORMATION
Parking Wait List
DUE TO CONSTRUCTION WE WILL HAVE LIMITED AMOUNT OF STUDENT PARKING
Parking is now CLOSED! We are FULL.
As construction barriers begin to move, more parking will open back up. We will be using a wait list for all. Must join wait list in order to receive a parking spot- we will process as more parking is released.
Parking Wait List - https://forms.office.com/r/aefKk7RZJk
If you have any questions, please call Deanna Reinhardt, Erin Hecox, or Kristi McGaugh at 832-223-5000.
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