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FHS Weekly Newsletter - 11/1/26

Posted Date: 11/01/26 (03:00 PM)

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Foster High School Newsletter

November 1

A Message from your FHS Principal

"Do what you do so well that they will want to see it again and bring their friends."
-Walt Disney

Walt Disney was a master at creating an experience for people that they would never forget. It's why so many people dream about going there. It's why people tell their friends and family about their experience. It's about customer service. One of our priorities at Foster this year is Professional and Respectful Customer Service at All Levels. 

In last year's school climate survey, 92% of parents indicated that they felt our school was doing a good job of being available, courteous, and professional when responding to concerns.  We want to lean in to that strength, and do our best to ensure that our entire Foster community feels the same way. I will continue to include a link to a short two question survey each week in this newsletter. The feedback is anonymous, but if you'd like to be contacted please either leave your name and contact information in the comments, or contact your child's assistant principal directly.

Congratulations to Cooper McGraner for qualifying for the State Cross Country meet! He will run on Friday in Round Rock. Our band also qualified for State this weekend at Freedom Field at the UIL regional marching competition with an amazing 3rd place finish!  They will travel to the Alamodome in San Antonio to compete on November 9th.  Foster continues to provide outstanding opportunities for our scholars, artists, and athletes.

I hope that everyone had an enjoyable Halloween.. It's hard to believe but Monday begins the 3rd six-weeks grading cycle!  Please be sure to check grades and stay on top of your work. The end of the semester will be here before you know it. 

Course selection for next school year is coming soon.  Students - information about this process will be shared during Advisory period this Friday, November 6th and again on Friday, November 13th.  Ninth graders will attend an information during English classes on Wednesday, November 4th, and tenth and eleventh graders will receive this information during their English classes on November 11th.

Just a few reminders the week:

  • Classes begin at 8:25 sharp. Please arrive well before that to avoid being late to class. Tardy sweeps have begun. Getting caught in a sweep without a pass will result in Saturday detention. Please be on time!
  • Keep those phones and electronics away. So far students are doing a great job with this!
  • Dress for success. Be aware that shorts and skirt must be of an appropriate length (at least 3 inches below the inseam). Students out of dress code may be subject to warnings, detention, or ISS.


Please review the information in this week's newsletter. Should you still have additional questions, do not hesitate to contact your child's assistant principal or counselor as listed below. Together we SOAR!

Protect the Nest,

Christopher Wood
Principal, Foster High School

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📰Latest additions to this newsletter!📰

Falcon Highlights & Happenings
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📝Counselor Corner📖

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Course Selection Presentations
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DUAL
As we begin the Course Selection process for the 2027-2028 school year, please begin reviewing your options for Dual Credit classes. Remember, dual credit is for Juniors and Seniors, with the exception of Sophomores taking AVID 2.
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AP Exam registration is now open.

Students must complete both of the following steps to ensure their exam order is processed correctly:

1. Confirm whether you will take the exam (Yes or No) in College Board.
2. Submit payment for the exam through Total Registration
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Total Registration (Pay AP Exam)
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College Board (Order AP Exam)

College Board Testing Accommodations

A signed College Board Parent/Guardian Consent Form is required before the school can submit an accommodations request through SSD Online. Early submission is strongly encouraged to ensure approval is received before testing deadlines.
For more information and forms, please visit the College Board website. Please  return the completed form for submission to Mrs Pickens at djuna.pickens@lcisd.org.

Consent form for Accommodations
 

🦅Falcon Highlights & Happenings🦅

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**Final Exam Exemption Reminder**

Parents and students, please be aware that all outstanding school fines and fees must be paid in full in order for students to be considered eligible for semester final exam exemptions.

Outstanding balances may include:
  • Student ID fees - Click here to view current fines & to make payment
  • Fine Arts dues and fees
  • Cafeteria/Lunch account balances - Click here to view lunch balance & to make payment
  • Library fines or lost book fees
  • Any other campus-related obligations

We encourage families to review their student's account and resolve any outstanding balances as soon as possible. Students with unpaid fines or fees may not be eligible to receive semester exam exemptions, even if they meet attendance and academic requirements.

If you have questions regarding your student's balance, please contact the school office. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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CLASS OF 2027

Seniors:
Make sure to book your senior yearbook pose! You must book it in advance on CADY.com in order to be featured in the yearbook.
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Senior Panoramic

Senior Panoramic is Friday, October 30th at 9:00am.

Pictures can be purchased on campus Monday and Tuesday, November 2nd & 3rd. Or by going to www.GoldbeckCompany.com.

Class of 2027--Graduation Cap and Gown

If your senior missed the on campus order dates on October 1 and 2 with Dilly Campus Supply, please click a link below to order. Or your senior can wait for in person date again in December. 

Dilly is the new provider of graduation materials for LCISD so every senior must order a cap/gown/tassel this year.  No cap/gowns can be used from past years.

The senior ONLY has to order the cap/gown/tassel unit.  All other items are the choice of family and senior to order. There is a direct link to the cap and gown ONLY below. 

Dilly Campus Supply will be on campus again on Wednesday, December 9 for in person orders.  The last day to order for the school delivery date is February 1.

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📚📖📏Student Support📏📖📚

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🎓College and Career Facilitator🎓

Seniors: The FAFSA is Open Now!

The FASFA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is open for the 2027-2028 school year.  Complete this application soon as students who apply and qualify prior to the January 17th Texas priority deadline may have a better chance at receiving aid. If you do not plan on completing the FAFSA, you must sign the opt-out form. You can access the form below or pick up a copy in Mrs. Richter's office in the library.

If your child is interested in earning the Lamar CISD Service Cord, please see the guidelines below. Volunteer hours earned between September 15th and December 14th must be entered in SchooLinks and verified by the volunteering location supervisor by December 15th, or they will be declined.

Earning the Service Cord is optional; students are not required to participate. 
LCISD Service Cord Guidelines
 

👦🏾👧🏻Clubs & Committees👧🏻👦🏾

Join FLIPS

"Are you a leader? Creative? Interested in STEM and making a real impact? FLIPS STEM Camp is looking for passionate students to become Station Leads! As a Station Lead, you’ll run hands-on activities, curate exciting lesson plans, mentor younger students, and help create an unforgettable camp experience. This is your chance to build leadership skills, earn service hours, strengthen your resume, and be part of something bigger than yourself. If you’re responsible, motivated, and ready to step up, we want you on our team! Apply now and be a leader who inspires the next generation. For more information, please visit Mrs. Stewart in room 2328".
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Site-Based Decision-Making Committee

Join our Site-Based Decision-Making Committee.

What does the SBDM do?

Foster’s SBDM is a collaborative group of parents, teachers, and staff. We collaborate to achieve school goals and enhance students’ experiences. The SBDM advises Mr. Wood in establishing campus specific goals and plans for student growth and improvement in academic performance and physical and mental well-being. We will have two to three meetings for the remainder of the year. All members will be asked to provide input and proposed solutions to possible issues or concerns including:

Campus Improvement Plan
Home-School Compact
Family Engagement Policy
Family Engagement Events

If you are interested please reach out to Daniel McGraner at dmcgraner@lcisd.org.
 

🏀🏐🏈⚽Athletics⚾🥎🎾⛳

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Physical Forms & Information

Physicals can now be uploaded into Rank One to be approved by the Athletic Trainers. Please make sure the following is completed:

1. The form is a 2026 UIL form.
2. All portions and questions on the medical history are completed and both signatures (Student & Parent) are on the bottom. All questions that were marked "yes" MUST be explained in details in the box on the right.
3. Physical exam must be completed after May 1, 2026.
4. The upload MUST be a scanned PDF document; not a picture pdf or image.
5. All supporting documents such as cardiac clearance notes or injury notes need to be emailed to Athletic Trainers.
6. All Rank one forms and physical must be approved prior to any participation.

If the physical is denied you will receive a notification from Rank one Stating the reasons of why and what action needs to be taken to get it approved. Please make sure you give yourself time incase any further action needs to be taken prior to approval.

Questions; please contact the Athletic trainers @ 832-223-3855
Tiffany Kizziah (tkizziah@lcisd.org)
Leslie Fuentes (Leslie.fuentes@lcisd.org)
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Boys Scout Team & Managers Needed

FOSTER LADY FALCONS BASKETBALL
Boys Scout Team & Team Managers Needed

Want to be part of the Foster Lady Falcons Basketball Program? We're looking for dedicated, dependable, and hardworking students to join our Scout Team and Team Manager staff.

Positions Available:
Varsity Manager – 6th Period
Boys scout Team - 6th Period
Sub-Varsity Manager - 7th Period

✅ Must be GREEN in Rank One before participation
Completed UIL Physical
All Rank One forms submitted and approved

Serious inquiries only:
Email: larochelle.traylor@lcisd.org
Instagram: @fosterwbball
 

🏴🪈🏳️FHS Band, Flairs, & Guard 🏴🪈

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Athletic Booster Club

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Yard Signs!

Get your yard signs and Varsity Spots to show your pride both at home and at school!

Yard Signs are for any athlete and are warrantied for 4 years!

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Varsity Spot!


Varsity Spots are for returning or currently rostered Varsity Athletes only.

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Join the Athletic Booster Club

Join the Booster Club and support our athletes or commit as a Corporate Sponsor! Every bit helps our athletic departments and our athletes. Please note that deadline for your company to be featured on our game day shirts has passed.
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Join as a Corporate Sponsor

 
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📌Important Information and Reminders

2026-2027 Student Calendar
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LCISD Handbook & Code of Conduct

Electronic Devices

HB 1481 prohibits students from using personal communication devices during the school day and while on school property. Devices covered under this law include cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, radios, pagers, or any other electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication.

All personal communication devices are required to be turned off and put away before entering the school campus. Personal communication devices shall be kept in a student’s backpack or locker, not in clothing pockets. These devices are to remain off and completely out of view onsite for the entirety of the school day. A school day is defined as from the time the student steps into the campus to the last instructional bell.

Devices picked up during the day must be picked up by a parent after school or the following day between 8:00 am and 3:50 pm. Out of consideration for our office staff we request that you avoid the lunch times from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Verification of Enrollment (VOE)

Verification of Enrollment (VOE) requests for current students are accepted in the Registrar’s Office by clicking the VOE button on Foster HS website under Registrar tab. Complete the form and the VOE will be emailed to the address provided. Please allow at least 24 school day hours to process the request. VOE's issued during the regular school year are valid for 30 days from the date printed on the form.

 

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Parent/Student Access👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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Skyward Family Access

Family Access is a free service that is available to all parents and guardians with children enrolled in the district. Among other things, this service will allow you to view student attendance, grades, schedule, progress, and assignments. Family Access allows parents and guardians to easily track their students’ progress throughout the school year. There are even applications for Apple IOS and Android devices available from the appropriate app stores.

Additional information and support can be found in the Students & Parents area of the LCISD website or through this link: https://www.lcisd.org/107599_2 .

Canvas

LCISD uses the Canvas Learning Management System with all campuses across the district. Canvas is a digital tool that provides teachers, students, and parents with a platform for accessing a variety of educational resources online. Teachers and students use Canvas to communicate, post class resources, and participate in various learning experiences.

For parents and guardians, Canvas provides you with "view only" access to see your child's course content. You will be to access each course’s calendar, announcements, assignment overviews, class content, and more. As LCISD teachers use Canvas throughout the school year, valuable information will be accessible within this tool.

Additional information and support can be found in the Students & Parents area of the LCISD website or through this link: Lamar Consolidated ISD - Canvas Information

SchooLinks for Parents

Parent Access to SchooLinks:
  • Parents will go to SchooLinks for Parents! and select “Guardians & Members”.
  • Enter the email associated with your Skyward account and click forgot password.
This will initiate your password to be reset and you will receive an email. Follow the link in the email and reset your password.

 
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