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Posted Date: 01/09/26 (03:00 PM)


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Meyer Elementary Newsletter

January 9, 2026
Meyer Elementary School

🦅 Welcome Back, Eagles!

Welcome back! We hope all of our families enjoyed a restful and joyful winter break. It has been wonderful to see our students back on campus, reconnecting with friends and settling into their routines. We hope everyone had a great first week back at school, and we are excited to continue a strong and successful semester together.
Upcoming Events Banner

Upcoming Events:

January 2026
  • January 15 - 5th Grade Trip to the Houston Symphony
  • January 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
  • January 23 - House Party! Dress Head to Toe in Your House Colors 💙🧡💜💚
  • January 28 - Spring Benchmark - 5th Grade ELAR
  • January 29 - Spring Benchmark - 3rd & 4th Grade ELAR
  • January 29 - Children's Museum Night 5:00-6:30 p.m.
  • January 30 - ❤️Kids Heart Challenge Kick-Off!❤️
  • January 30 - Early Release at 11:45 a.m.
February 2026
  • February 2 - School Counseling Week Begins!
  • February 5 - Spring Benchmark - 5th Grade Science
  • February 10 - Spring Benchmark - 5th Grade Math
  • February 11 - Spring Benchmark - 3rd & 4th Grade Math
  • February 16 - Student Holiday / Staff Planning & Data Day
  • February 17 - Random Acts of Kindness Day
  • February 18 - Spring Portraits & Class Group Pictures
  • February 19 - 2nd Grade Field Trip
  • February 19 - 5th Grade Field Trip
Instructional Calendar
 

Report Cards Available Now 💻

Report cards are now available in Skyward Family Access. As the first semester has ended, this is a great time to review your child’s academic growth, celebrate their accomplishments, and reflect on their progress so far this year. Families are encouraged to log in to Skyward to view grades and comments, and to reach out to teachers if you feel your child may benefit from additional support.
 

Hoodies without Homes 🧥

The Lost & Found is currently bursting at the SEAMS and may soon require its own ZIP code 🤣
If your child is missing a jacket, hoodie, water bottle, or something you swear you bought this year, there’s a good chance it’s here.

Please stop by and reclaim any missing items before they mysteriously disappear.
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Clothing on steps
Clothing on steps
Clothing on steps
Clothing on steps
Clothing on steps
 

National Elementary Honor Society

The National Elementary Honor Society chapter of Meyer Elementary is a duly chartered and affiliated chapter of this prestigious national organization. Membership is open to those students who meet the required standards in four areas of evaluation: scholarship, responsibility, service, and leadership. Students are selected for membership by majority vote of a principal-appointed faculty council, which bestows this honor upon qualified students on behalf of the faculty of our school each year.

Students in fourth and fifth grade are eligible for membership. For the scholarship criterion, a student must have a cumulative average of 85%, a minimum of 90% for overall attendance, and satisfactory overall conduct. Each fall semester, those students who meet this criterion are invited to complete a Candidate Form that provides the faculty council with information regarding the candidate’s leadership and service.

Any solicited faculty input and all Candidate Forms are carefully reviewed by the faculty council to determine membership. A majority vote of the council is necessary for selection. Candidates are notified regarding selection or non-selection according to a predetermined schedule.

Following notification, a formal induction ceremony is held at the school to recognize all the newly selected members. Once inducted, new members are required to maintain the same level of performance (or better) in all four criteria that led to their selection.

Application Period: January 5, 2026- January 15, 2026
Selection Date: January 16, 2026
Date of Induction Ceremony: January 22, 2026
 
MLK Day
 
House Day
 
Clubs Save the Date
 
Spring Benchmark Dates

Spring Benchmark Testing Begins January 28!

Our students at Meyer Elementary School will be taking the district benchmark test on the following dates:

  • January 28th 5th Grade Reading Benchmark
  • January 29th 3rd & 4th Grade Reading Benchmark
  • February 5th 5th Grade Science Benchmark
  • February 10th 5th Grade Math Benchmark
  • February 11th 3rd & 4th Grade Math Benchmark

The purpose of benchmark testing is to evaluate students' academic progress and identify areas that need improvement. It is important that students be in attendance and on time these days. Please arrange doctor’s appointments on a non-testing date.

To minimize disruptions and maintain the testing environment, the campus will be closed to all visitors including lunch guests on the dates above.

In order to help your child perform at his or her best, please ensure the following items occur so your student will be prepared both mentally and physically for testing:

  • Gets a good night’s sleep.
  • Eats a nutritious breakfast.
  • Arrives at school by 7:40 AM.
  • Brings glasses if he/she requires them.
  • Takes any required medication (if applicable).
  • Is relaxed and free from stress as much as possible.
  • Wish your child a pleasant day and tell him/her that you know he/she will be successful by simply doing his/her best.

If you have any questions, please contact the front office at 832-223-2000.
 

Children's Museum Houston is Coming!

CMH English
CMH Spanish
 
Kids Heart Challenge Kick-Off
 
Early Release 1-30
 
Chalk the Walk Save the Date
 
Talent Show Save the Date
 
Counselor Newsletter Banner
January Newsletter
 

Help Support the Randle FFA!

Randle FFA
Order Here!
 

Title I Webinar Series for Parents

Lamar CISD is proud to offer FREE Title I Parent Workshops to support our families and students. These workshops cover a wide range of helpful topics, including:
  • Supporting your child with homework
  • Promoting health and wellness at home
  • And much more!

These sessions are designed to give you practical tools and strategies to help your child succeed, both in and out of the classroom.

👉 For details on upcoming events, please see the flyers attached to this post.
 

Meyer Lunch Schedule and Menu

Lunch Schedule
January Lunch Menu
 

Need a Replacement ID Tag for Your Student?

Has your child lost or damaged their student ID tag? You can now conveniently purchase a replacement through School Cash Online for $5.

Each replacement includes:
✔️ A new student ID card
✔️ A protective plastic sleeve
✔️ Your choice of lanyard or badge clip

To complete your order, simply use the button provided below to pay online.

📧 Important: After making your purchase, please email a copy of your receipt to Susan Evans at sbevans@lcisd.org so we can process the replacement as quickly as possible.

Thank you for helping us keep students safe and organized!
Click Here to Purchase ID Tags
 

Stay Connected - Download the ParentSquare App Today!

Download the ParentSquare app to stay informed and encourage greater engagement and connection with your student's campus and Lamar CISD. 
 
As a registered parent, you can: 

  • Receive messages from the school and district via phone, email, text, or app notification 
  • Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6pm 
  • Communicate in your preferred language 
  • Comment on school postings to engage with your school community 
  • Direct message teachers, staff, and other parents 

ParentSquare App QR Code
ParentSquare Link
 

Policy Corner

Important Reminders for a Smooth Start to the School Year

As we kick off the new school year, please take note of the following reminders to help keep our mornings and afternoons running safely and efficiently:

  • Breakfast: Breakfast closes at 7:40 a.m. This gives students a chance to get to class before the tardy bell rings.
  • Start Time: School begins promptly at 7:45 AM. Students must be in their classrooms by 7:45, not just arriving at the building.
  • Morning Drop-Off: Please do not park in the bus loading/unloading zone between 7:10 and 7:45 AM. Instead, park in a designated space or use the car rider drop-off line.
  • Car Rider Doors: The car rider doors will close at 7:45 AM. After that time, students will need to be walked in through the front office and will be marked tardy.
  • Early Student Check-Out and Transportation Changes: All early student check-outs and transportation changes must be made by 2:00 p.m.
  • Dismissal: Dismissal begins at 3:10 PM. All students must be picked up by 3:30 PM.
  • Lunch Visits: Families may begin having lunch with students starting the week of August 25, 2025.

Thank you for your help in making sure our students have a safe and successful start each day!
 

No Stopping Zone at Front of School

For the safety of all students and staff, please do not park or stop at the curb/fire lane in front of the school. This area must remain clear at all times for emergency vehicles and safe student drop-off and pick-up.

If you need to visit the office, please park in the designated parking lot at the front of the school. Parking or stopping at the curb may result in your vehicle being towed.

Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe!
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Rainy Day Dismissal Procedures

When weather radar indicates rain at dismissal time, we will send out a Rainy Day Dismissal alert through ParentSquare. On these days, parents of walkers must join the car rider line to pick up their students for safety reasons.

If you're a parent of a walker and do not have a car rider sign, please stop by the front office to pick one up. Alternatively, if you’d prefer the sign sent home with your student, email Susan Evans at sbevans@lcisd.org to request one.

Child walking in the rain.
 
Keep Devices Away
Keep Devices Away
 
School Supply List
Dress Code
 

Anonymous Reporting

Anonymous Reporting provides a confidential platform for students, parents, and staff to report concerns, such as bullying, harassment, or safety threats, without fear of retaliation.

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Contact Info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Meyer Elementary Office: (832) 223-2000
Rochelle Horton - Principal - rochelle.horton@lcisd.org
Amber Raabe - Assistant Principal - amber.raabe@lcisd.org
Susan Evans - Admin Assistant - sbevans@lcisd.org