What you need to know
Bus schedules are set to be released at the beginning of August, according to a district announcement, and all students residing within CFISD boundaries will have access to bus transportation.
Students who qualify for reduced price meals will receive breakfast and lunch free of charge for the next two academic years thanks to a subsidy from the Texas Legislature, according to the district.
All students who attend CFISD campuses that qualify for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s school nutrition program will automatically receive the benefit. Those who don’t attend a qualifying campus but need free meals must fill out an online application.
The last day to update student information in the district parent portal is Aug. 1. Parents and guardians are required to verify or update contact information, mailing address, emergency contacts and other authorizations.
Dates to know
- Aug. 13: first day of school
- Sept. 1: student/staff holiday
- Oct. 10: teacher work day/student holiday*
- Oct. 13-14: student/staff holiday
- Nov. 3: student/staff holiday
- Nov. 4: teacher work day/student holiday*
- Nov. 24-28: student/staff holiday
- Dec. 19-Jan. 2: student/staff holiday
- Jan. 5: professional day/student holiday
- Jan. 19: student/staff holiday
- Feb. 13: professional day/student holiday
- Feb. 16: teacher work day/student holiday*
- March 9-13: student/staff holiday
- April 3: student/staff holiday
- April 6: professional day/student holiday
- May 25: student/staff holiday
- May 28: last day of school
Get involved
CFISD needs assistance from volunteers in various areas, including the district’s Bus Buddies program that aims to help elementary students navigate bus travel. Other types of volunteering include:
- Library aides
- Workroom help
- Campus events, fundraisers and staff appreciation luncheons
- Public relations
- Mentoring and tutoring
- Assisting in instructional areas
All students in grades 6-12 must comply with the district’s clear backpack policy. The maximum size for a nontransparent bag, such as a lunchbox, is 6 inches by 9 inches.
Parents and guardians can join the district’s emergency notification system by texting “Y” to 67587.
Tax-free weekend in Texas runs Aug. 8-10. CFISD students can also receive free school supplies from Cypress Assistance Ministries during a drive-thru distribution event Aug. 2.
The board of trustees will resume its meetings starting Aug. 7. Stay tuned for meeting previews and recaps from Community Impact.
Find a full list of Greater Houston back-to-school events here.
