Hello, Coyote Families!

We've had another great week at school! Our second graders kicked things off with a fantastic performance that showcased their hard work, talent, and confidence. We are so proud of them and grateful for Mr. Manning, Mr. Sanchez, and our Specials teachers for organizing such a fun event.

We also celebrated our first ever Coyote Crawl, where staff and their families enjoyed strolling through the neighborhood together and taking in the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. It was a relaxing way to connect, unwind, and celebrate the season together.

Tonight our Watch D.O.G.S. hosted our very first Jingle Jam, a fun disco party for students and families. The music, lights, and energy made for a memorable evening. A big thank you to our volunteers who helped make the event a success.

It was wonderful seeing so many of you at our events. Your support, energy, and involvement make Forest Creek such a special place. We look forward to more opportunities to connect and celebrate together.

Best,

Briana Flores

DID YOU KNOW?

Our campus is continuing the important work within the Marzano High Reliability Schools (HRS) framework, a nationally recognized model that helps schools build strong systems to support student success.

What is Marzano HRS?
Developed by education researcher Dr. Robert Marzano, the High Reliability Schools framework outlines five progressive levels of school effectiveness. Each level focuses on creating consistent, high-quality practices that improve teaching, learning, and school culture. Schools earn certification by demonstrating strong, research-based systems at each level.

Where Are We Now?
Forest Creek is certified in Levels 1 and 2, and we are excited to have applied and been accepted to work towards Level 3 (Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum).

Level 3 focuses on ensuring all students have access to the same essential learning standards. Teachers work together to plan instruction and assessments, and we protect time so students can fully engage in the most important learning. Strong systems are also in place to monitor student progress and respond to their learning needs.

This work strengthens the consistency, clarity, and equity of instruction across our campus, ensuring that every student receives high-quality learning experiences every day, regardless of the classroom they are in.

Your feedback matters! Please complete the surveys below so we can learn what’s going well and where we can keep growing.

Level 1 survey

Level 2 survey

Level 3 survey

12/15 Staff Appreciation Lunch

12/15: Holiday Food Donation Drive

12/18: Class Holiday Parties

12/18: Last day to order PTA Spiritwear

12/18: Holiday Parties (volunteers needed)

12/19 - 01/05: Winter break

01/06: Students return to 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 Reminders for Arrival & Dismissal

School Zone Speeds
We have seen an increase in speeding during arrival and dismissal. Please slow down and follow posted speed limits. Your caution helps keep our students and staff safe.

Morning Car Rider Line
Pull all the way forward in both the front and back loops so we can unload more cars efficiently.

Crosswalk Safety
Please avoid parking in or blocking any crosswalks. Always use designated crosswalks and follow staff and crossing guard directions.
👉 Families, please remind students who walk or ride bikes that they must wait for an adult at the crosswalk before crossing the street.

School Bus Safety
Never pass a school bus when its flashers are on or the stop sign is extended. Students may be crossing.

Drop-Off & Pick-Up Locations
Students may only be dropped off or picked up at the designated front or back loops.
For safety, please do not drop off or pick up students near the portables, the marquee, or along the side roads.

Attendance & Tardy Reminders

Instruction begins at 7:35 a.m. Please ensure your student arrives on time so they start their day successfully and do not miss essential learning.

Early Pick-Up Reminder

If you need to pick up your child before dismissal, please do so before 2:20 p.m. After this time, we cannot accommodate early checkouts due to the volume of end-of-day communication and safety procedures.

Dismissal Expectations

Please avoid using your cell phone while driving through the pick-up line.

Teach students to buckle themselves independently to keep the line moving.

Do not skip lines — it disrupts our number system and slows the entire process.

Remain in your vehicle and wait for your child to walk to you.

Visitor Procedures

All visitors must present a valid ID to receive a visitor badge. Please do not hold the door open for others. This helps us ensure every visitor checks in properly and maintains a safe environment.

Thank you for helping us keep Forest Creek safe, efficient, and welcoming. Your partnership makes a tremendous difference in ensuring every arrival and dismissal runs smoothly.

Join your student at their class party on December 18th. We hope you're looking forward to the fun as much as we are! Be sure to RSVP to ensure we have your visitors badge ready. 

Are you curious about the Talented and Gifted (TAG) referral process for the 2025–2026 school year? The referral window closes tomorrow, December 12th, at 4:30 p.m. Please take 12 minutes to review the information in the video linked here.

More information and the referral link can be found on the RRISD website.

We are excited to announce that Safety Patrol sign-ups are now open for all 4th and 5th grade students who are interested in participating during the spring. (January-May 2026)

Sign-ups begin today and will remain open through January 2, 2026. If your child would like to join Safety Patrol—or continue if they previously served—please complete the form below:

Safety Patrol Sign-Up Form

We are reorganizing all Safety Patrol groups for the new semester, so please disregard the previous schedule sent earlier this school year (after December 2025).

A new schedule for January–May 2026 will be shared once sign-ups are finalized.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you for your support!

Amy Nieto

amy_nieto@roundrockisd.org

Forest Creek Elementary

Wellness Coach

Dear Forest Creek Families,

We are thrilled to announce that our students' artwork is now on display at the Round Rock Public Library! 

Head over to the second floor (the Children’s floor) to see the beautiful pieces created by our talented young Coyote artists. Their artwork is proudly showcased in large frames throughout the floor, and we couldn’t be more excited for everyone to see the incredible creativity and hard work they’ve put into their pieces.

The display will be up through January 8th, so there's plenty of time to stop by and show your support! We invite you, your friends, and your family to visit the library and celebrate our students' artistic achievements. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some local talent and support our community library.

We hope to see you there, and thank you for encouraging our young artists!

Warmly,
Mrs. Korn and Ms. Block
Forest Creek Elementary Fine Arts

3rd–5th grade students who are interested in joining Crafting for a Cause can sign up using this link or the QR code in the image. Applications are due December 18th.

Mrs. Kaiser is also looking for approved parent/guardian volunteers to help the club run smoothly. If you’re able to assist, please indicate that on the form. All volunteers must complete the RRISD volunteer form before working with students.

Our Forest Creek Live Broadcast Team is looking for enthusiastic fifth graders who are interested in helping share the morning news with our school. If you enjoy being on camera, working behind the scenes, or helping with technology, we would love to have you on the team. Interested students can sign up here!

The Forest Creek Science Fair is open to all students in grades K-5. Click here to read more!

Classroom parties are next Thursday, December 18, and we need a few volunteers to help spread the holiday cheer!

Help us pass out ID badges and staff the PTA table. If you’re attending your child’s party, consider coming early or staying after to cover a shift.

Click here to sign up!

We are collecting non-perishable food items, gift cards, and gifts to spread holiday cheer to Forest Creek families in need this holiday season. Thank you for your generosity and for helping to make the holidays memorable for everyone. 

Please sign up for items & drop them off in the donation box by the front office or contact Mary Ellen Looger at community@fcepta.net to coordinate your donation/s drop-off or pick-up by Monday, December 15.

❄️ Our Winter Spiritwear Store is open, and orders are coming in fast! Place your preorder by December 18th so your child gets their gear delivered to their classroom in January

🧦 And for the first time, we’re offering Spirit Socks in two color options! Grab a few pairs now so your kiddo is all set for the dress up days coming in 2026

🛍️ This is a Preorder Only sale, and we won’t be carrying extras, so grab it before the store closes!

We will have samples available for sizing purposes at our PTA table on the last day of school (Dec 18th). 

👉 Order here - bit.ly/fcecoyotes 

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!

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!

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.

Yearbook

Don't forget to upload any pictures you want to share throughout the year. This is the best way to ensure your child's memories are captured and included!

If you missed September’s Family & Friends Night, here’s another chance! Join us on Sunday, January 4, 2026, for a fun getaway at Kalahari Resorts—America’s largest indoor water park. Enjoy a special $149 rate (2 queen beds, waterpark passes, and no resort fee), and a portion of each booking benefits Forest Creek Elementary!Book by December 4 — spots go fast!

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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