Good evening, Coyotes!

This week has been full of celebrations, appreciation, and so many reminders of what makes our Forest Creek community so special.

First, we want to give a huge thank you to our amazing PTA and volunteers for everything they have done to support Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. From the yummy food and drinks to the thoughtful treats and surprises throughout the week. Our staff has definitely felt loved and appreciated. We also want to thank our incredible families for the special gifts, snacks, notes, and acts of kindness they have shared with our teachers and staff throughout the week. Your generosity and support mean so much to all of us. We truly have the best Coyote family. Our teachers and staff pour so much into our students every single day, and we are incredibly grateful for all they do to make Forest Creek such a special place and the best school in RRISD!

This week, we also celebrated our wonderful nurse Charisma! We are so thankful for the care, patience, and support she provides to both our students and staff every day. She does so much behind the scenes to keep our campus healthy, safe, and supported, and we are lucky to have her at Forest Creek.

Another exciting highlight this week was celebrating our Garden Club students and all of the hard work they have put into our campus garden. Our garden has truly flourished this year, and today, students were able to harvest vegetables and herbs to take home with them. I have a feeling there will be lots of great meals being made tonight! It has been so fun watching our students learn, grow, and take pride in caring for the garden.

We also had an incredible TAG Showcase this week! We are so proud of our students for sharing their hard work, creativity, and learning with confidence. A huge thank you to our two amazing TAG teachers for the continued dedication, planning, and support they provide for our students. Their work creates meaningful experiences that challenge and inspire our learners every day.

Tomorrow, we look forward to our first-ever Career Day event! We are excited to welcome visitors to our campus and cannot wait for our students to hear about different careers, experiences, and opportunities from members of our community. We know this will be a meaningful experience for our students, and we appreciate everyone who volunteered their time to be a part of it.

It has truly been a great week at Forest Creek, and I continue to feel grateful to serve such an amazing community of students, staff, and families. Thank you for all of your continued support and for being such an important part of our Coyote family!

Best,
Briana Flores                                                     

RRISD Open Enrollment: Spread the word

Through May 31st - Favor Fundraiser

05/04- 05/08: Teacher Appreciation Week

05/07: TAG Showcase - At Blackland Prairie (6-7 pm)

05/08: Career Day (8:00 am - 2:00 pm)

05/11: Kinder Orientation (5:30 pm - 7:00 pm)

05/12: 5th grade concert - Dance Through The Decades

05/12: Chiptole Family Fun Night

05/13: Field Day

05/14: Pastries with parents (7:00-7:30) front lawn

05/14: Art Glow Show (5:30 pm - 7:00 pm)

05/19: Senior Walk

05/21: 5th-grade promotion ceremony

05/21: Last day of school

Join us for Spirit Days:

Mondays - Forest Creek spirit attire                                                                                                    Wednesdays - Forest Creek, grade level, Ridgeview, or Cedar Ridge attire                                        Fridays - College, career, or military attire

As a reminder, student safety is always our top priority. Please do not drop off students on Forest Creek Drive or Harvey Penick, as these are not designated drop-off areas. We have also noticed an increase in speeding through our car rider lines. We understand mornings can feel busy and rushed, but we ask that everyone drive slowly, stay alert, and remain cautious at all times to help keep our students, staff, and families safe. Additionally, please make sure to use all designated crosswalks so we can continue modeling safe practices and following campus expectations for our students.

One Way Lanes

Please follow the one-way arrows painted on the ground and posted signage. We have observed several vehicles traveling in the wrong direction during arrival and dismissal, and your attention to this helps keep everyone safe.

🔴 Fire Lanes

Keep clear at ALL times
No parking or waiting in red zones
(front of school + Harvey Penick near portables)

🐢 School Zone Safety

Slow down
Follow posted speed limits

🚙 Car Rider Line

Stay left near yellow lines (Harvey Penick from Links Ln.)
Pull all the way forward
Keep traffic moving

🚸 Crosswalk Safety

Do not block crosswalks
Follow staff directions
Students wait for an adult to cross

🚌 Bus Safety

STOP when lights are flashing
Never pass a stopped bus

📍 Drop-Off & Pick-Up

Use front or back loops only
No side roads, marquee, or portable areas

⏰ Arrival Time

School starts at 7:35 AM
Be on time and ready to learn

⏳ Early Pick-Up

Before 2:20 PM only
After that, dismissal procedures begin

🚫 Dismissal Expectations

Stay in your car
No phone use
No skipping the line
Students buckle independently

🪪 Visitor Procedures

Check in with ID
Wear your badge
Do not hold doors open

Thank you for helping keep Forest Creek safe, efficient, and welcoming

Join us during the first week of May as we celebrate our teachers and show our appreciation for all they do. They work incredibly hard and give their best each day. We are grateful for them and want them to know how much they are valued. Click the link below to find your teacher's favorites!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1N_tn8gnRzqaYPt59Ap6-Y7fSoVNFUj2_YGliE5lkVvk/htmlview

Hi everyone!

Just a friendly heads-up that it’s time to round up those library books hiding under beds or tucked away in backpacks. To help us get the library organized before the end of the year, all books are due back by tomorrow, Friday, May 8th. We have over $4,000 of past due library books. Please help us by returning your book(s)!

We know life gets busy and things sometimes go missing. If a book has staged a permanent disappearance at your house, no worries! Just respond to the librarian’s email for help with the next steps or to settle any lost item fees. Thanks so much for helping our library stay stocked for next year!  

Due to the Field Day date change, we are currently in need of additional volunteers to help support our event. Unfortunately, approximately 15 of our previously scheduled volunteers are no longer able to attend because of the new date.

We would greatly appreciate any additional help to ensure Field Day continues to run smoothly and remains a fun and successful experience for our students. If you are available to volunteer, please complete the updated volunteer form linked below.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4BA9A622A5FF2-63971556-field#/

Thank you so much for your flexibility, support, and willingness to help our students and staff.

Best,

Briana Flores and Amy Nieto

Due to the weather, we have made the decision to reschedule Field Day to May 13. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and truly appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for our students.

Please take a moment to review the reminders below to help the day run smoothly:

Field Day activities are for Forest Creek students only. Non-students will not be able to participate.

If you plan to check out your child to attend a sibling’s Field Day session (for example, a K–2 student attending a 3–5 session), you must check them out through the front office, leave campus, and return during the appropriate Field Day time.

We have updated the volunteer form to reflect the new date. If you are able to support, we would greatly appreciate it. Even if you previously signed up, please complete the updated form to confirm your availability for May 13.

Use the link below to access important information, including:

RSVP for badge pre-printing

Field day shirts

Volunteer sign-ups

Checkout procedures

What to wear

Lunch schedule

Event expectations

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w2ZyDka6YwI3WHT0TLCInh9daTlK-n3vFcR7cOeqi-c/edit?tab=t.0

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Nieto at Amy_Nieto@roundrockisd.org.

Thank you again for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to a wonderful Field Day on May 13!

Best,

FCE Admin and Coach Nieto

Is your 4th or 5th-grade student interested in being on the KIOT broadcast next year? If so, please fill out the following form. This form is an interest survey and does not guarantee your child a spot. Further communication will be sent from the broadcast sponsor.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIxLLJ_LTpRz5vzLN8euCFRYvUTFS1cxAQl-QNo2d74gG4sQ/viewform

We’re hosting a Spirit Night at Chipotle on May 12 from 4–8 PM, and we’d love your support! Whether you dine in or order online, 25% of your purchase will be donated back to us.

📍 Order in person and mention our fundraiser (2260 Muirfield Bend Dr location by the HEB Plus on Gattis)

💻 Or order online using code QAAKDYK (be sure to include it at checkout!)

Bring your friends, family, and appetite—it’s an easy (and tasty) way to make a difference.

Thank you for supporting us! 💚💜

Join us on May 12 from 7:15–7:30 AM by walking or rolling to school. Students who participate can pick up a prize at the front crosswalk or the back car rider crosswalk. It’s a fun way to start the day healthy and energized—don’t miss it! 

Bring your Mom or a loved one to share some pastries with their favorite Coyotes on the way to school!

We'll be on the front lawn. Can't wait to see you there! 

Starting NOW, Favor Delivery will donate 15% of every order between now and May 31st back to our PTA.

How it works:

Open or download the Favor app

Scan the QR code on the flyer (linked below) or go to your Favor profile and select your school under the Delivering More button

Order and Favor will donate 15% to your organization

As a thank you for your participation, you’ll also enjoy a FREE 3-month trial of Favor Gold!

https://favor.app.link/NqXg1qj3o1b

Join us May 4–8 as we celebrate our amazing Forest Creek Elementary staff! Each day brings a fun way to show your appreciation—from flowers on Monday to surprise gifts on Friday. Let’s come together to make our teachers and staff feel valued and loved all week long. Thank you for helping us make this a special celebration! 💙

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1N_tn8gnRzqaYPt59Ap6-Y7fSoVNFUj2_YGliE5lkVvk/htmlview

Make a splash at Kalahari’s Family & Friends Night, Sept 11–13, 2026! Enjoy discounted rates starting at $189/night with water park passes included—and a portion of each stay supports Forest Creek Elementary. Book early—rooms are limited! 

Forest Creek Elementary families, our 1st Day School Supplies store is officially live. This is the easiest way to order the exact supplies teachers requested for next year. No searching multiple stores. No guessing brands. No wondering if you selected the right version. In just a few minutes, you can select our school, choose your child’s grade, and check school supplies off your list early and stress-free.

Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/100992

Calling all dads & father figures! Join our Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program to make a difference at Forest Creek. Spend a day (or even just a few hours) helping around campus and being a positive role model for our students. Scan the QR code in this newsletter to get started!

We are incredibly grateful to the generous local businesses who sponsor us. Their support strengthens our school community and allows us to create meaningful, fun experiences for our students and families. Please join us in thanking and supporting these wonderful sponsors—we truly couldn’t do it without them! 💚

Student Absence Reporting - Parents, if your child will be absent, please use this Absence Reporting Form to notify the school. This will help us keep accurate attendance records and ensure that all absences are documented. Thank you for your cooperation!

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