Forest Creek Elementary - Round Rock ISD

Good evening, FCE!

Our theme this year is Boots on the Ground, and this week our community demonstrated this. When icy conditions made our sidewalks unsafe, staff, families, and community members came together without hesitation to break up the ice and clear the paths, making sure our Coyotes could enter the building safely. This is what Boots on the Ground looks like, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support and willingness to show up for our students.

We’d also like to remind you that our CommUNITY Night is coming up on February 12th! This special evening is a chance to share your family’s background and stories, celebrate what makes each of us unique, and build meaningful connections across our school community. We are still in need of additional volunteers to host booths and would love for you to be part of this experience.

Thank you for another great week and for being such a supportive and engaged community! 

We are in need of more family feedback. Your voice matters! Please take a few moments to complete our Google Form so we can better understand our strengths and identify areas for growth as we continue our work within the High Reliability Schools framework and move toward earning Level 3.

Best,

Briana Flores

DID YOU KNOW?

It is an absolute honor to celebrate two incredible women who go above and beyond for our campus each day! We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Candace Harris has been named our Teacher of the Year, and Ms. Sophia Wingfield is our Paraprofessional of the Year! We are so grateful for the heart and dedication they bring to our school. Help us honor them by sending your warmest congratulations their way!

 

Mrs. Candace Harris, kindergarten teacher.

 

Ms. Sophia Wingfield, crossing guard and lunch room monitor.

 
 

Important Dates

01/30 - Staff appreciation lunch

01/30 - 5th Grade Coyotes since Kinder Picture

31st - Heart of Texas Run Registration Opens

02/10 - 5th grade Parent Information Night: 6-7 pm (more details coming soon)

02/12 - CommUNITY Night 

02/16 & 02/17 - NO 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

 

Safety & Arrival/Dismissal Reminders

School Zone Safety
Please slow down and follow posted speed limits during arrival and dismissal. We have seen an increase in speeding, and your caution helps keep everyone safe.

Car Rider Line

During afternoon dismissal, if you are waiting in the car rider line on Harvey Penick coming from Links Ln., please remember to stay as far left as possible on the road. This helps ensure that other vehicles are able to safely pass on the right side and keeps traffic flowing smoothly for our community.

Pull all the way forward in both the front and back loops to help us unload and load cars efficiently.

Crosswalks & Walking Students
Do not block crosswalks, and always follow staff and crossing guard directions. Students who walk or bike must wait for an adult before crossing.

Bus Safety
Never pass a school bus when the lights are flashing or the stop sign is extended.

Drop-Off & Pick-Up Locations
Students may only be dropped off or picked up in the designated front or back loops. Please do not use side roads, the marquee area, or near portables.

Arrival Time
Instruction begins at 7:35 a.m. Please help your child arrive on time so they do not miss learning.

Early Pick-Up
All early checkouts must occur before 2:20 p.m. After this time, we are unable to accommodate early pick-ups due to dismissal procedures.

Dismissal Expectations
Please avoid cell phone use in the pick-up line, remain in your vehicle, do not skip lines, and help students buckle independently to keep traffic moving.

Visitor Procedures
All visitors must check in with a valid ID and wear a visitor badge. Please do not hold doors open for others.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep Forest Creek safe, efficient, and welcoming for all.

 

Forest Creek CommUNITY Night

Join us on February 12, 2026, from 5:30-7:00 for CommUNITY night. 

This is a celebration of our Forest Creek families and the many traditions, talents, abilities, and experiences that make our school community strong. Families from all backgrounds and abilities are invited to join us to share their stories, celebrate what makes them unique, and build meaningful connections with others in our school community.  


If you are interested in having a table or performing at our CommUnity Night, please sign up here!

 

CommUnity Night Table & Cultural Performance Requirements

The final Date to secure a table or solidify a performance slot: Monday, February 9, 2026. 

Click here to learn more

 

Valentines Parties

We can’t wait to see you at our Valentine’s Day celebration! Please RSVP here so we can have your visitor badge printed and ready for you when you arrive.

 

Cedar Ridge High School Theatre Production

Final chance to catch NEWSIES! Come support Cedar Ridge Theatre and Forest Creek Alumni!

Last Saturday’s canceled show has been rescheduled to this coming Friday, 1/30 at 7 PM. Tickets are on sale now!

Click on the link below to get yours, and tell a friend!

https://events.hometownticketing.com/event/df48ffc6-6c68-49a3-9262-4ce877c29fb4

 

Early Learning Day Coming Soon: Kinder

Spread the news and share the information below with those you may know who will be entering kindergarten next year!

 
 

PTA and Watch D.O.G.S. News

 

Yearbook Club – Leadership Opportunity: 5th Grade Only

This year, PTA is hosting a 5-week after-school enrichment club focused on creating specific yearbook pages. This is a great leadership opportunity for students and is limited to 20 students!

🗓 Application Deadline: Thursday, February 5th
👉Please complete the application using the link provided.

 

Heart of Texas Run

Our school is participating in the Heart of Round Rock Run on Saturday, March 7th at Old Settlers Park. There is a 5k and 1 mile option to run or walk. Registration opens January 30th. Families can sign up to run, walk, or help out, and it is a fun way to spend time together!

 

📘✨ Yearbook Recognition Opportunity! ✨📘

Celebrate your student with a 1/8 page yearbook recognition for only $20! 🎉

Only available through February 12.

⏰ Hurry—spots are limited and we’ll sell out!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s memories 💙

👉 Grab yours before it’s gone!

 

Golden Apple Award

Forest Creek Elementary has been named a Golden Apple School for the 2025–26 school year! This honor recognizes that 100% of our faculty are PTA members, reflecting our strong commitment to partnership, support, and student success. Thank you to our incredible staff for making this achievement possible! 🍎✨

 

Staff Appreciation Luncheon: 1/30

January’s cold weather makes it the perfect time for a warm meal! For January Staff Appreciation, we’re hosting a Soup Bar on Friday, January 30th, and we’d love your help. Donations of soups, stews, chili, and toppings can be dropped off by 10:00 AM in the teachers’ lounge. Please bring soups in a crockpot or warming device and label both the dish and the crockpot. Thank you for helping us show our staff some love—we truly appreciate your support!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B44ADA823A0FE3-61482670-soup#/

 

Yearbook Sales

Capture all the fun and memories of the school year with the 2026 Forest Creek Elementary yearbook! Order yours today at jostens.com/buyyearbk, scan the QR code, or call 1-877-767-5217. Yearbooks are $30 through 2/20, so be sure to grab one and guarantee your student’s year is remembered!

 

Yearbook Picture Uploads

Help us make the yearbook special! Parents and staff are invited to upload photos from school events like Back to School, Bike & Thrive, Grandparents Lunch, Walk/Bike to School, the Coyote Fun Run, and more. Share your pictures at https://photos.jostens.com/7yurt7 or email them to yearbook@fcepta.net. 

 

Watch D.O.G.S.

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!

 

Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!

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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