Special Friends Day has been phenomenal! Thank you to everyone who offered their time and help to keep things running smoothly and to all designers for graciously allowing learners to return a little late from lunch if they went to the Book Fair. Holly and our volunteers hosted a fantastic Book Fair, and PTO, Officer Thames, support staff, and our Office Team were truly on their A-game.
DID YOU KNOW:
- CK will be at an out of town wedding this weekend, so she will not be here on Friday or Monday?
- you can wear shorts and comfy clothes on Friday? Hours are 8:00-3:30, but "Pest Control" is arriving at 3:00. Here is the agenda I turned in to CISD. Please use the afternoon as it best fits your needs.

HOMECOMING WEEK SPIRIT DAYS
It is CHS Homecoming week and Spurs are welcome to participate in the following dress up days. Staff, moving forward...if it is a spirit day and you are participating...jeans are permitted.
We invite all famiLEEs to join us at the Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, September 23. Our LEEders will be walking in the parade representing Lee Elementary. If you want to watch the parade, the route will start on N. Coppell Road and W. Parkway Blvd. and go all the way to CHS. The parade starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 7:00 PM.
FROM OUR NURSE
REMINDERS FROM OUR AP
Need help with either task? Please reach out to Angel or Julie with any questions. We’re happy to help!
MTSS Quick Glance Reminders:
- Keep all previous notes - please do not delete prior documentation
- Date all new notes and updates as you add them
- Any learner can be added. There are no strict cutoffs or grade levels that are excluded. If you’re unsure whether a learner should be added, add them & we'll discuss in MTSS.
- Please move learners to their current house as needed
- Learners who have withdrawn can be moved to the Withdrawn tab
Please include Angel on your communication to parents about the 1416 letters.
Thank you for helping us keep our MTSS information current and useful!
PARENT LEARNING WALKS
As part of our campus Parent Engagement goal and a strategy in our Campus Improvement Plan, the last Thursday of every month, Mrs. Kastrounis will host a community learning walk at Lee. This month the walk will be from 8:00-9:00 on Thursday, September 24 and parents planning to attend should arrive with their ID to check in at 7:50.
I know this should go unsaid, but please make sure that during this time your learners are engaged in meaningful learning experiences. What do I mean by "meaningful learning experiences?" This means small group instruction, hands on experiences, your class engaged in varied activities (not all doing the same exact thing and all on an iPad). These learning walks are a fabulous way to showcase the incredible learning in our building and also to erase misconceptions about Lee and public education.
CELEBRATE OUR INCREDIBLE TEAM
We have so much great teaching happening at Lee Elementary. Please take time to nominate a peer for Super Teacher recognition by Sept. 25. Learn more about what makes a teacher a Super Teacher by browsing the "Looks Fors" at visiting www.coppellisd.com/page/super-teachers.

Has someone gone above and beyond and you want to recognize them? The CISD Great Employees Matter or GEM program recognizes outstanding employees who serve the mission and core values of CISD in a manner that exceeds job expectations. Nominate a GEM in your school or office by Oct. 23. Learn more about the program at www.coppellisd.com/page/great-employees-matter.
HOUSE COLOR SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME!
Show your school spirit with our brand new house color shirts! This year, we've updated the look with a fresh Team Lee jersey design and vibrant new colors, perfect for Spirit Day Fridays, field trips, and showing off your house pride all year long. Don’t miss the chance to grab yours at rjlpto.org/spurstore. The order deadline is September 27, with delivery the week of October 19. Adult sizes are also available so parents can join in the fun and showcase their school spirit! Place your order today!
COACHING CORNER
BOY Assessment Reports
Beginning -of-Year MAP reports will be digitally sent to families via ParentSquare on Wednesday, September 23, by your Learning Coach. No action is needed from designers for BOY MAP reports unless you would also like to send home a paper copy!
Friday
I can't wait to see every grade level for a quick HMH + Reading Workshop dive on Friday! We will have 30 minutes together in the morning, and then I will circle back with every grade in the afternoon to answer any questions and provide additional support.
Please bring (however you prefer to access them!):
~Teacher's Guides
~Your Teaching Pal
CISD ED FOUNDATION GRANT WINDOW OPEN
Grant applications open September 14 and will remain open through October 2. The Give for Grants program exists to make your innovative ideas come to life in the classroom. Grants are available to teachers at all levels. Strong grant applications involve innovative ideas that transform classroom learning and have an immediate, long-lasting impact. Read more about the program on our website. Please run your idea by CK before you start.
WALKTHROUGHS THROUGH SEPT
Throughout September, Angel and I will be in your spaces to give you feedback regarding Domain 3.1 Learning Environment (Classroom Routines and Procedures) and 3.2 Managing Student Behavior. We will be looking for:
- Current character trait posted
- Daily Schedule
- What is on your magnet wall
- “I Can” statements posted
- Anchor Charts in all subject areas
- Math and Science manipulatives and supplies accessible to learners
- Each learner has a designated place for their supplies
- Respect Agreement visible
- Digital Citizenship Contract signed and displayed
- Learner Work displayed
- Guiding Purpose hung
- Effective Routines, transitions, and procedures in place
- How you manage learner groups and supplies
- NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Sept 22- LEEdership Council Mtg (9:35 Laura's space)
Literacy Content Academy today
Sept 23- Tracy's Birthday
Staff Mtg- Would you like the gift of time? YOU GOT IT!
Homecoming Parade (6:00-7:00 PM)
Sept 24- Parent Learning Walk (8:00-9:00)
Sept 25- SLO Goals in Power School DUE
Super Teacher Nominations DUE
CEF Grant Log-In requests DUE
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