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Dec. 19, 2024
Thank you for an amazing first semester of 2024-2025! It’s been a joy to return to our beautifully renovated space and work alongside our incredible staff, students, and families. Wishing you all a relaxing and joyful holiday break—I can’t wait to welcome our students back on January 8, 2025!
Tomorrow, December 20, is a busy day for celebrating the holiday season and an early release day. School dismisses at noon.
Our Lost and Found grows quickly with 1100 learners! Please be sure to have your child check for lost items and when you are on campus please check. We will clean out Lost and Found monthly to maintain organization and cleanliness. We will donate the remaining items on Friday, December 20.
Please read this important information regarding December 20.
It's Spelling Bee time! The DSE PTA is delighted to host the Dripping Springs Elementary School Spelling Bee. Sign up here. The grade-level Spelling Bee will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 during Essentials. One winner from each grade-level competition will advance to the school-level competition on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30PM. Immediate family members (parents, siblings only) are invited to attend the January 16th school-level competition. Can't make it? We will have a video recording to send to our participant families. If you think your student might want to participate, sign up early so that you receive the word study list with time to prepare. All students in 1st through 5th grades are eligible to participate! An award will be given to the top speller in each grade level. The Top 2 spellers overall will advance to the next level of competition! Deadline to sign up is Friday, January 10, 2025. For questions, please email spellingbee@dsepta.org.
The Spring Whole Grade and Single-Subject Acceleration program referrals will be available on the district website between Monday, January 6th, and Friday, January 31st. The DSISD 2024-2025 Credit-by-Exam Testing Calendar, Acceleration Guide, and Parent Night Presentation slides are on the same web page. Elementary students’ parents interested in single-subject acceleration for their child(ren) should review pages 8-9 and 16 in the Acceleration Guide as that process has changed. If you have questions about the acceleration process, please contact Dr. Rhonda Whitman, Director of Federal Programs, Assessment, & Instructional Materials.
DSISD Community Services - Dancin’ in December Dance Clinic
For Rising 5th graders, please be sure to stay up to date with these links from DSMS & SSMS.
PTA NEWS
CALL FOR SPONSORS! We are selling four 1/4 page ads in our yearbook. Please contact yearbook@dsepta.org for more information. We are so grateful for the continued support!
YEARBOOK 24/25: REMINDER! Save $5 until 12/31 on your yearbook! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
YEARBOOK PHOTOS! Do you have photos from Camp Champions, Fall Fest, Mileage Team, 5th grade Colonial Fair, Bilingual Night, Outdoor Classroom? Do you have photos from field trips? Please upload them to the individually linked folders for a chance to be published in the 24/25 yearbook!
Tiger Spirit Shop IS NOW OPEN! The new design launch was a huge success at Fall Fest and we can't thank you all enough. We have some new designs available - check them out before they sell out!
Birthday Marquee: We love celebrating your kiddos' birthdays on our digital marquee! This is a PTA fundraiser; please purchase the birthday marquee ($25) on DSEPTA.org under the PTA Store, then use the signup genius link to specify the week you want your child's name displayed. Both steps are required! Please make sure to list first name, last initial on the Signup Genius. Deadline for your chosen week is the Saturday prior to allow our volunteer time to update the marquee.
Dec. 12,2024
We want to express my heartfelt appreciation for each of you. Your partnership, support, and dedication to our school community make DSE an incredible place for our students to grow and thrive. May your holiday season be filled with joy, love, and cherished moments with your loved ones. Thank you for all you do to make our school a better place every day.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a bright start to the new year!
Our Lost and Found grows quickly with 1100 learners! Please be sure to have your child check for lost items and when you are on campus please check. We will clean out Lost and Found monthly to maintain organization and cleanliness. We will donate the remaining items on Friday, December 20.
Please have students wear their class shirt or class color shirt on Friday, December 13th. We will take a school-wide aerial picture on this day (rescheduled from the 6th).
It’s that time of the year! Holiday Parties are right around the corner. We are getting ready to celebrate the season on December 20, 2024. If you plan on attending, we ask only 2 visitors per student and RSVP as soon as possible to avoid having to miss the event due to long lines. Please read this important information regarding December 20.
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And what better way to get our teachers and staff ready for the holidays than with the annual DSE Sweet Shoppe. We are looking for all your yummy favorites to share. This event won't be possible without your support. Please sign up to bring 2-3 dozen cookies, bars, etc., and bring them to school by 10 AM on Friday, December 13th. We will also be collecting during the morning dropoff. Please make sure to bring in disposable containers.
The PTA will be collecting money to give to our incredible cafeteria and custodial staff ahead of the winter break. They do SO much for our school and our students, and this is such a great way to bless them and show them our appreciation! If you would like to contribute, please bring cash to the front office! or donate online at dsepta.org
It's Spelling Bee time! The DSE PTA is delighted to host the Dripping Springs Elementary School Spelling Bee. Sign up here. The grade-level Spelling Bee will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 during essentials. One winner from each grade-level competition will advance to the school-level competition on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30PM. Immediate family members (parents, siblings only) are invited to attend the January 16th school-level competition. Can't make it? We will have a video recording to send to our participant families. If you think your student might want to participate, sign up early so that you receive the word study list with time to prepare. All students in 1st through 5th grades are eligible to participate! An award will be given to the top speller in each grade level. The Top 2 spellers overall will advance to the next level of competition! Deadline to sign up is Friday, January 10, 2025. For questions, please email spellingbee@dsepta.org.
The Spring Whole Grade and Single-Subject Acceleration program referrals will be available on the district website between Monday, January 6th, and Friday, January 31st. The DSISD 2024-2025 Credit-by-Exam Testing Calendar, Acceleration Guide, and Parent Night Presentation slides are on the same web page. Elementary students’ parents interested in single-subject acceleration for their child(ren) should review pages 8-9 and 16 in the Acceleration Guide as that process has changed. If you have questions about the acceleration process, please contact Dr. Rhonda Whitman, Director of Federal Programs, Assessment, & Instructional Materials.
DSISD Community Services - Dancin’ in December Dance Clinic
For Rising 5th graders, please be sure to stay up to date with this link from DSMS! Here is the link.
PTA NEWS
CALL FOR SPONSORS! We are selling four 1/4 page ads in our yearbook. Please contact yearbook@dsepta.org for more information. We are so grateful for the continued support!
YEARBOOK 24/25: REMINDER! Save $5 until 12/31 on your yearbook! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
YEARBOOK PHOTOS! Do you have photos from Camp Champions, Fall Fest, Mileage Team, 5th grade Colonial Fair, Bilingual Night, Outdoor Classroom? Do you have photos from field trips? Please upload them to the individually linked folders for a chance to be published in the 24/25 yearbook!
Tiger Spirit Shop IS NOW OPEN! The new design launch was a huge success at Fall Fest and we can't thank you all enough. We have some new designs available - check them out before they sell out!
PTA GENERAL MEETING: Tues Dec 17 at 8 am, DSE cafeteria
Birthday Marquee: We love celebrating your kiddos' birthdays on our digital marquee! This is a PTA fundraiser; please purchase the birthday marquee ($25) on DSEPTA.org under the PTA Store, then use the signup genius link to specify the week you want your child's name displayed. Both steps are required! Please make sure to list first name, last initial on the Signup Genius. Deadline for your chosen week is the Saturday prior to allow our volunteer time to update the marquee.
Dec. 5, 2024
Welcome back! We hope you all had a restful and enjoyable Thanksgiving break filled with family, friends, and gratitude. We’re excited to continue learning and growing together as we return to campus.
This month, our school will focus on Habit 4: Think Win-Win, part of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. This habit teaches us to seek mutually beneficial solutions and foster a mindset of collaboration and respect. Students will learn how to balance courage with consideration, build stronger relationships, and find solutions that help everyone succeed.
We encourage you to talk about Think Win-Win at home! Ask your child how they can practice this habit with siblings, friends, and even you! Thank you for your ongoing partnership, and here’s to a fantastic December!
Our Lost and Found grows quickly with 1100 learners! Please be sure to have your child check for lost items and when you are on campus please check. We will clean out Lost and Found monthly to maintain organization and cleanliness. We will donate the remaining items on Friday, December 20.
Please have students wear their class shirt or class color shirt on Friday, December 6th. We will take a school-wide aerial picture on this day.
It’s that time of the year! Holiday Parties are right around the corner. We are getting ready to celebrate the season on December 20, 2024. If you plan on attending, we ask only 2 visitors per student and RSVP as soon as possible to avoid having to miss the event due to long lines. Please read this important information regarding December 20.
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And what better way to get our teachers and staff ready for the holidays than with the annual DSE Sweet Shoppe. We are looking for all your yummy favorites to share. This event won't be possible without your support. Please sign up to bring 2-3 dozen cookies, bars, etc., and bring them to school by 10 AM on Friday, December 13th. We will also be collecting during the morning dropoff. Please make sure to bring in disposable containers.
DSISD Emergent Bilingual Family Night! Please Join us on 12/11/24 at 6 pm Flyer
The PTA will collect money to give to our incredible cafeteria and custodial staff before the winter break. They do SO much for our school and our students, and this is such a great way to bless them and show them our appreciation! If you would like to contribute, please bring cash to the front office! or donate online at dsepta.org
The Wizard of Oz, will be showing at DSMS on December 5th, 6th, and 7th. DSMS Cafeteria 7 pm. Buy Tickets
It's Spelling Bee time! The DSE PTA is delighted to host the Dripping Springs Elementary School Spelling Bee. Sign up here. The grade-level Spelling Bee will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, during Essentials. One winner from each grade-level competition will advance to the school-level competition on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM. Immediate family members (parents, siblings only) are invited to attend the January 16th school-level competition. Can't make it? We will have a video recording to send to our participant families. If you think your student might want to participate, sign up early so that you receive the word study list with time to prepare. All students in 1st through 5th grades are eligible to participate! An award will be given to the top speller in each grade level. The Top 2 spellers overall will advance to the next level of competition! Deadline to sign up is Friday, January 10, 2025. For questions, please email spellingbee@dsepta.org.
DSISD Community Services - Dancin’ in December Dance Clinic
PTA NEWS
SWEET SHOPPE: Our annual Sweet Shoppe for teachers is here! Please sign up to bring 2-3 dozen cookies, bars, etc. and bring to school by 10 AM on Friday, December 13th. We will also be collecting during morning dropoff. Please make sure to bring in disposable containers.
The PTA will be collecting money to gift to our incredible cafeteria and custodial staff ahead of the winter break. They do SO much for our school and our students, and this is such a great way to bless them and show them our appreciation! If you would like to contribute, please bring cash to the front office OR use our PTA webstore (scroll to the bottom for Donations for Staff).
CALL FOR SPONSORS! We are selling four 1/4 page ads in our yearbook. Please contact yearbook@dsepta.org for more information. We are so grateful for the continued support!
YEARBOOK 24/25: REMINDER! Save $5 until 12/31 on your yearbook! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
YEARBOOK PHOTOS! Do you have photos from Camp Champions, Fall Fest, Mileage Team, 5th grade Colonial Fair, Bilingual Night, Outdoor Classroom? Do you have photos from field trips? Please upload them to the individually linked folders for a chance to be published in the 24/25 yearbook!
Tiger Spirit Shop IS NOW OPEN! The new design launch was a huge success at Fall Fest and we can't thank you all enough. We have some new designs available - check them out before they sell out!
PTA GENERAL MEETING: Tues Dec 17 at 8am, DSE cafeteria
Birthday Marquee: We love celebrating your kiddos' birthdays on our digital marquee! This is a PTA fundraiser; please purchase the birthday marquee ($25) on DSEPTA.org under the PTA Store, then use the signup genius link to specify the week you want your child's name displayed. Both steps are required! Please make sure to list first name, last initial on the Signup Genius. Deadline for your chosen week is the Saturday prior to allow our volunteer time to update the marquee.
NEW! Facebook group for our Spanish-speaking parents: Join HERE and meet/interact with other parents, receive updates/news about DSE and DSEPTA. Please make sure to answer membership questions to join for the safety/privacy of our families. Other grade level Facebook groups are linked here.
Nov 8, 2024
This month, we are focusing on Habit 3: Put First Things First.. Our school has been talking about "Big Rocks," which represent the most important tasks, activities, and goals we need to prioritize. By learning to identify and focus on these "Big Rocks," students are developing skills in time management, responsibility, and goal-setting.
You can support this lesson at home by asking your child, “What are your Big Rocks this week?” Encourage them to share what they feel are their most important goals and tasks, whether it’s completing homework, practicing a skill, or spending quality time with family. This is a great way for them to start thinking about how to put their priorities first.
Our Lost and Found is overflowing! Please be sure to have your child check for lost items and when you are on campus please check. We will clean out Lost and Found each month to maintain organization and cleanliness. We will donate the remaining items on Friday, November 22.
Please take a moment to provide feedback on how our counselors can support you- Parent SEL Workshop Series.
The Turkey Trot will occur on Thursday, November 21st during your students' essential time. Students will be running a course set up around the Dripping Springs track. If you would like to come and cheer on your child please RSVP Turkey trot information for parents
DSISD Community Services - Fall Camps & Dancin’ in December Dance Clinic
Toys for Tots: DSE is an official drop off location. Box for toys in the front foyer for donations.
Robotics Competition - Come Support Local Team - Dripping Springs High School BEST Robotics will host the 2024 Capitol BEST Robotics Game Day with the theme of Low G Outerspace. This contest features 17 robotics teams with over 200 students and teachers. Come support the Dripping Springs High School BEST Robotics Team as they compete for a chance to advance to the Texas BEST Championship Game in Dallas on December 4th. Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 9 AM to 5 PM Competition Gym, Dripping Springs High School 940 W Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 Free Admission Concessions available Wear your favorite space gear and accessories For more information: https://bit.ly/dshsbestcompetition
DSHS Color Guard will be hosting a Spin Clinic on Saturday, December 14th for students in grades 4th - 8th. It's a fundraiser to help raise money for the team to offset some of the costs of traveling to the Winter Guard International competition in Dayton, OH in April. Attached is a flyer with further details.
PTA NEWS
FALL FEST SILENT AUCTION: We have a few remaining items that have no bids as of Fall Fest. If you'd like to bid on these items, please do so here. The deadline to bid is extended to THIS FRIDAY, Nov 8.
PTA REFLECTIONS DEADLINE IS EXTENDED TO NOV 8! The PTA Reflections arts program is accepting entries in the following categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection", and the program is open to all students, Pre-K through 5th grade. This year's entry submission deadline has been extended to November 8. See the flyer here. Visit www.txpta.org/reflections for more information. Program rules can be found here. The entry form can be found here. Submit work to the front office or enrichments@dsepta.org if digital.
CLASS SHIRTS have been delivered! There is limited inventory available here. If ordering for an upcoming field trip, please keep in mind it can take several days to be delivered to your classroom.
BOOKFAIR is coming Nov 18, with family shopping night happening Nov 18 at 5:00-6:30 pm! If you can help out Mrs. Miller in the CL&I during the book fair, please sign up HERE.
CALL FOR SPONSORS! The PTA would love to have the local community and businesses to help us provide a Thanksgiving lunch to our teachers and staff. Please contact waysandmeans@dsepta.org if you're willing/able to donate or sponsor. We are so grateful for your continued support!
Tiger Spirit Shop IS NOW OPEN! The new design launch was a huge success at Fall Fest and we can't thank you all enough. We have some new designs available - check them out before they sell out!
YEARBOOK 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at an additional cost. Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
YEARBOOK PHOTOS! Do you have photos from Camp Champions, Fall Fest, Mileage Team, 5th grade Colonial Fair, Bilingual Night, Outdoor Classroom? Do you have photos from field trips? Please upload them to the individually linked folders for a chance to be published in the 24/25 yearbook!
PTA GENERAL MEETING: Tues Nov 19 at 8 am, DSE cafeteria
Birthday Marquee: We love celebrating your kiddos' birthdays on our digital marquee! This is a PTA fundraiser; please purchase the birthday marquee ($25) on DSEPTA.org under the PTA Store, then use the signup genius link to specify the week you want your child's name displayed. Both steps are required! Please make sure to list first name, last initial on the Signup Genius. Deadline for your chosen week is the Saturday prior to allow our volunteer time to update the marquee.
NEW! Facebook group for our Spanish-speaking parents: Join HERE and meet/interact with other parents, and receive updates/news about DSE and DSEPTA. Please make sure to answer membership questions to join for the safety/privacy of our families. Other grade-level Facebook groups are linked here.
Oct 24, 2024
This month, our campus has been focusing on Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind. Students have been learning how to set goals and plan, keeping their long-term vision in mind. Next month, we’ll move on to Habit 3: Put First Things First, where students will explore prioritizing tasks and managing their time effectively.
Thank you for your support as we continue to grow together!
Teachers love words of affirmation! Consider sharing gratitude by filling out an October Tiger Stripe!
Our Lost and Found is overflowing! Please be sure to have your child check for lost items and when you are on campus please check. We will clean out Lost and Found each month to maintain organization and cleanliness. We will donate the remaining items on Friday, November 1st.
We are excited to announce that we will honor our Veterans with our annual Veterans Day program on November 11, 2024. We would like to extend an invitation to Veterans within our DSE community. We will offer a short welcome reception for our Veterans from 8:00 - 8:30 am in the CLI. The program will be from 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. in the cafe. Our fabulous fourth graders will also be honoring our Veterans by singing a few patriotic songs. We are creating a wall of honor in the CLI to pay tribute to our Veterans. If you would like to participate in honoring a Veteran please have your student bring in a picture to their homeroom teacher by November 6, 2024. Please include the veteran's name, division, rank, and relation to the student(s) if possible. If you have any further questions please email marie.rogers@dsisdtx.us.
Veteran’s Day is coming up on November 11th from 8:00 a.m. Fourth graders will be singing and honoring our veterans. If you have a veteran in the family please invite them to join us for our assembly! 4th grade parents if you plan on attending please RSVP.
Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences are here! October 31 is the DSISD Parent Teacher Conference Day. October 31 and November 1 are Student Holidays.
Calling all Watch DOGS! Friday, October 25 at 7 am in the Outdoor Classroom is our DONUTS with DOGS event! Hope to see you there!
DSISD Community Services - Thanksgiving Break Camp & Dancin’ in December Dance Clinic
November 6th - Fall Picture Retakes Flyer Please complete this form only if your student(s) will do a retake - or if they were not here on our original picture days (Sept 18).
Attendance- Parents, all medical and absence excuses from 9/23-11/01 need to be turned in no later than 11/08. They may be dropped off at the front office to Mrs.Dixon or emailed to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us.
PTA NEWS
Donuts with (Watch) D.O.G.S will be Friday 10/25 from 7am-7:45am at the outdoor classroom area! Thank you to all the Dads and Dad Figures for your support!
FALL FEST is this Saturday 10/26 at 3-6pm! Wristbands ($25) are for unlimited games (food/concessions are not included) and class basket tickets can be purchased at the Fall Fest ticket booth. Presale orders may be picked up at the front of the school during morning student drop off on Thursday, October 24th and Friday, October 25th.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! Fall Fest is an exciting and fun event every year and we can't do it without your help! Please sign up for shifts HERE - ONE (1) complimentary class basket ticket for completing 1 hour of volunteer service! Middle and High School students will receive a volunteer certificate to count towards their hours. More details attached.
CLASS BASKETS - Online! Can't make it to Fall Fest on Saturday, but want a way to get tickets into the box of your favorite Class Baskets? Now until NOON Friday 10/25, you can purchase class basket tickets on DSEPTA.org website for specific class baskets! Trusted volunteers will place your purchased tickets in the selected boxes for you on Fall Fest Saturday 10/26. Traditional paper Class Basket tickets will still be sold at the Fall Fest TIcket Booth for everyone present to place in boxes for the drawing. Class Basket drawing will take place around 5:45pm on 10/26. Winners not present will be contacted with arrangements on how to pick up their winning basket(s).
DONATE: Another way to help out for Fall Fest - donate gently used children's books for our FALL IN LOVE WITH READING book sale during Fall Fest, or mini pumpkins for our pumpkin painting craft station! Bins are located at the front office for donations.
CAKE WALK: Please support one of the most popular Fall Fest games- Cake Walk! We need donations of cakes and other baked goods. Please deliver to the school on Friday, October 25th. We will have our Fall Fest volunteers at the front of the school during student drop off, and you may deliver to the front office anytime during the day on that Friday. We are also looking for volunteers to work the Cake Walk at Fall Fest!
Tiger Spirit Shop is TEMPORARILY CLOSED on the PTA website as we prep for the launch of brand new designs and styles for the Tiger Spirit Shop at Fall Fest. Don't miss out! Sell out risk is high.
Yearbook 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
PTA REFLECTIONS DEADLINE IS OCT 30! The PTA Reflections arts program is accepting entries in the following categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection", and the program is open to all students, Pre-K through 5th grade. This year's entry submission deadline is October 30th. See the flyer here. Visit www.txpta.org/reflections for more information. Program rules can be found here. The entry form can be found here.
NEW! Facebook group for our Spanish-speaking parents: Join HERE and meet/interact with other parents, receive updates/news about DSE and DSEPTA
Oct 18, 2024
This weather is amazing! At DSE we continue to learn about Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind. We have discussed making a plan before taking action and about the value of thinking ahead. Ask your child why is it important to have a picture in your mind before beginning something.
Please help us keep all 1107 Tigers safe by not parking on RR12. It is unsafe to stop, exit, and/or drop off their students on RR 12. The Hays County Sheriff’s Office has been notified of concerns from drivers on RR 12 and has been requested to patrol the area.
If your child needs to sit out in PE, we must have a note. A parent note is acceptable for up to 3 days . A doctor's note is required if it is longer than 3 days. When your child sits out of PE, they also sit out during recess. Thank you.
Please plan to join us for our next PTA General Meeting on October 22 at 8 am.
The DSISD GT Referral window for K-12 opens next week and will be open until October 31st. Click Here for more information.
Red Ribbon Week is coming soon and we wanted to give you plenty of time to prepare! Here is the dress-up day schedule and accompanying family activities to continue the learning of Healthy Habits at home
Next week is Bus Safety Awareness Week! Please remind your students of the importance of remaining safe while riding the bus. We must stay seated once we board the bus.
Teachers love words of affirmation! Consider sharing gratitude by filling out an October Tiger Stripe!
Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences are here! October 31 is the DSISD Parent Teacher Conference Day. October 31 and November 1 are Student Holidays.
Calling all Watch DOGS! Friday, October 25 at 7 am in the Outdoor Classroom is our DONUTS with DOGS event! Hope to see you there!
Term 1 grade reports were posted to Family Access for grades PK-12 on 10/17/24.
PTA NEWS
FALL FEST is Saturday 10/26 at 3-6pm! Wristbands ($25) are for unlimited games (food/concessions are not included) and class basket tickets are NOW available online until Oct 20th on DSEPTA.org FALL FEST STORE! After Oct 20, class basket tickets and wristbands can be purchased at the Fall Fest ticket booth. Presale orders may be picked up at the front of the school during morning student drop off on Thursday, October 24th and Friday, October 25th. Interested in sponsorships or donating silent auction items? Please fill out this form.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! Fall Fest is an exciting and fun event every year and we can't do it without your help! Please sign up for shifts HERE - ONE (1) complimentary class basket ticket for completing 1 hour of volunteer service! Middle and High School students will receive a volunteer certificate to count towards their hours. More details attached.
DONATE: Another way to help out for Fall Fest - donate gently used children's books for our FALL IN LOVE WITH READING book sale during Fall Fest, or mini pumpkins for our pumpkin painting craft station! Bins are located at the front office for donations.
CAKE WALK: Please support one of the most popular Fall Fest games- Cake Walk! We need donations of cakes and other baked goods. Please deliver to the school on Friday, October 25th. We will have our Fall Fest volunteers at the front of the school during student drop-off, and you may deliver to the front office anytime during the day on that Friday. We are also looking for volunteers to work the Cake Walk at Fall Fest!
Yearbook 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at an additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
PTA REFLECTIONS The PTA Reflections arts program is now open and accepting entries in the following categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection", and the program is open to all students, Pre-K through 5th grade. Visit www.txpta.org/reflections for more information.
Tiger Spirit Shop is NOW OPEN! Thank you to all the families that purchased during our back-to-school events! BRAND NEW DESIGNS are launching at the Tiger Spirit Shop during Fall Fest!
Outdoor Classroom - volunteers needed! DSE's Outdoor Classroom is back, and we need your help! We started bringing in 1st-grade students last week, and volunteers are a must to make this experience as smooth as possible. You don't have to be a 1st-grade parent! Please sign up for a quick, 45-minute slot this fall (8:00-8:45 AM) and if you're short on time, we have an Amazon wish list set up. Let's get growing! VOLUNTEER SIGNUP (Espanol)
NEW! Facebook group for our Spanish-speaking parents: Join HERE and meet/interact with other parents, and receive updates/news about DSE and DSEPTA. Please make sure to answer membership questions to join for the safety/privacy of our families. Other grade-level Facebook groups are linked here.
At Dripping Springs Elementary, we are focusing on Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind, and our discussions have centered around the importance of goal setting. To support your child’s learning journey, I encourage you to ask them: “What is one thing that could make the biggest difference in how well you learn?”
This simple question can open up meaningful conversations about their goals, challenges, and what steps they can take to improve. It’s a great way to reinforce the habit of thinking ahead and taking ownership of their learning. Thank you for being such wonderful partners in helping our students grow!
Please avoid parking in the first two rows in the front parking lot. We kindly request that families back in and park in the last two rows to help with the traffic flow. Thank you so much for your ongoing support!
This week we shared ways to support learning at home and facts about attendance. If you could not attend, please click here to learn more.
Please join us in Learning about the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families. This will be a two-day training - Monday 10/7 & Wednesday 10/9 @ 9:15-12:15 at Dripping Springs Elementary. Complete one form per attendee. RSVP HERE
The DSISD GT Referral window for K-12 opens next week and will be open until October 31st. Click Here for more information.
Red Ribbon Week is coming soon and we wanted to give you plenty of time to prepare! Here is the dress-up day schedule and accompanying family activities to continue the learning of Healthy Habits at home
Dripping Springs ISD follows the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) mandates that all children must be screened or have a professional examination for possible vision, hearing, acanthosis nigricans and spinal curvature problems.
Credit by Exam for Acceleration Flyer
ANNUAL ACTIVITY FEE PAYMENT: Please make sure you have paid for your student’s annual Activity Fees located on our school website.
TOYS FOR TOTS: JROTC Student Led Military Club proudly partners with Toys for Tots and the Marine Corps to help raise toys and money for Austin children. We are grateful for the support of all the schools in DSISD and the many local businesses and neighborhoods who host boxes and promote this great cause. DSES will collect toys from Oct 14 - Dec 1 and then military club students will collect all the toys and organize them at the high school. The Marines will pick them up in the first week of December and distribute them to families in need throughout the month of December. See more information here!
DSISD Taxpayer Tuesdays return next week at Dripping Springs Elementary! Next week's session, "From Pennies to Programs: Navigating School Finances", will take an in-depth look at how Texas schools and their programs are funded and include a tour of the newly-renovated DSE campus. If you're interested in attending, please RSVP at www.dsisdtx.us/taxpayertuesdays. We hope to see you there!
CL&I Newsletter
PTA NEWS
YEARBOOK COVER ART CONTEST - Deadline is OCT 11! More information HERE. All students are welcome to submit their artwork but this is the Fifth Graders' chance to be featured on the front or back cover of this year's yearbook! All entries will be featured inside. Turn in entries to the front office. Questions: email yearbook@dsepta.org
Class shirts: Class shirts have arrived and were delivered to classrooms this week. Please give your teachers time to distribute to your students. If you have not received your class shirt by Oct 9, please email tshirts@dsepta.org
FALL FEST is Saturday 10/26 at 3-6pm! Early bird wristbands ($20) and class basket tickets are NOW OPEN for sale on 9/19 on DSEPTA.org FALL FEST STORE! Prices go up to regular price (wristbands $25) on 10/4. Interested in sponsorships or donating silent auction items? Please fill out this form.
Yearbook 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Yearbook prices are $30 until 12/31/24. Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE.
PTA REFLECTIONS The PTA Reflections arts program is now open and accepting entries in the following categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts. This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection", and the program is open to all students, Pre-K through 5th grade. Visit www.txpta.org/reflections for more information.
Tiger Spirit Shop is NOW OPEN! Thank you to all the families that purchased during our back to school events! Keep an eye out, cool new designs are coming soon, too!
Outdoor Classroom - volunteers needed! DSE's Outdoor Classroom is back, and we need your help! We started bringing in 1st grade students last week, and volunteers are a must to make this experience as smooth as possible. You don't have to be a 1st grade parent! Please sign up for a quick, 45-min slot this fall (8:00-8:45 AM) and if you're short on time, we have an Amazon wish list set up. Let's get growing! VOLUNTEER SIGNUP (Espanol)
DSES Mission: We are Leaders! We Love! We Inspire! We Motivate!
September 12, 2024
We are continuing to learn about Habit 1: Be Proactive! We have discussed “choose your weather”—our ability to choose our mood and attitude regardless of circumstances. Ask your child, “What does ‘choose your weather’ mean?”
Starting September 16th, DSE will start using FastLane in the car pickup line. DSE will provide you with a car tag and you will write your six-digit parent pin number on the tag. This PIN will be required to pick up children in the car line.
Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items Here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, camp champions
The DSISD Community Services offers a variety of classes for students and adults of all ages! Fall 2024 Classes
Join us on September 17th at 8 am for our DSES Title I Meeting
Mark your calendar DSISD is hosting an Advanced Academics and Gifted & Talented Information Night on Thursday, September 26th at 6 pm
Consider applying to be a substitute teacher! Apply today at dsisdtx.us/jobs.
TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize? Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for the staff!
CL&I Volunteers needed! Mrs. Miller would love your help organizing books in the CL&I.
SAVE THE DATE!! DSE's 27th annual FALL FEST is on SATURDAY OCT 26 from 3-6 PM. EARLY BIRD TICKET SALES will open on dsepta.org on 9/19/24. Class basket tickets will be $2/each and Early Bird Wristbands will be $20.
DSISD Seeking Community Input on Elementary #6 school name. Survey is now available.
Mark your calendars Picture Day is on September 18th. Picture Day ID: EVTJ88449 Click here to order!
We are PROUD to share that we have a team of parents and staff who are certified facilitators for the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families! Click here for dates and times to attend! This is a life-changing experience for our families! This training along with materials is available in Spanish! Make plans to attend!
PTA NEWS
WATCH DOGS: The sign-up link is now available! Shirts are also available directly on the Watch D.O.G.S. website and get them shipped to your house. Any orders placed before 1 pm arrive the next day!
Yearbook 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Now until this FRIDAY 9/13, get 4 icons for FREE with your purchase personalization ($7.50) of your yearbook ($30). Personalization and accessories are at an additional cost. Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE. We have upcoming deadlines for yearbook photo submissions! Do you have back-to-school photos from Kinder Signing, Meet the Teacher, or First Day of School? Upload them (linked) soon for a chance to be featured in the Yearbook!
Tiger Spirit Shop is NOW OPEN! Thank you to all the families that purchased during our back-to-school events! We sold out of many sizes and styles, but we will restock some popular ones soon.
PTA GENERAL MEETING: Our first general meeting of the school year is on 9/17 at 8 am. Join us for updates on fun events, ask us questions, and meet other parents! We will have special guests from Dripping Springs Community Library - get a free library card on the spot and hear some updates/news!
DSEPTA.org: if you have an account on the PTA website, you MUST update your student's information to be accurate for this school year. This will affect your ability to receive messages from the PTA, your classroom hubs from your room parents, etc.
DSES Mission: We are Leaders! We Love! We Inspire! We Motivate!
September 5, 2024
As we learn about being PROACTIVE this month we use the following example for students: When you are PROACTIVE, you act like a water bottle. Even when you get shaken up or upset, you stay calm and don’t explode! When you are REACTIVE, you act like a soda bottle. When something goes wrong, you do not stay calm and in control. You get mad and EXPLODE on someone or something. As a family, brainstorm strategies that help us stay calm.
Subs R Us Flyer We have a great program for you to be in the classroom and help teachers at the same time. Subs R Us is a program where teachers can request a sub for 3 hours. Please join us on September 10th in the cafeteria for Subs R Us training. Please see the flyer for additional dates if you can not attend the DSE training.
Tomorrow is our weekly Friday Assembly. Have our Tigers wear Tiger Spirit on Fridays!
Sunday, September 8th at 3 pm is our Watch DOG kickoff! We hope to see you there!
Attendance Fact of the Week: Missing 17 days of school is equivalent to missing an entire month of school.
September is National Attendance Awareness Week! Here’s how we will recognize good attendance habits next week.
PLEASE BE SURE TO HAVE YOU ACCOUNT SET UP FOR SCHOOL DISMISSAL MANAGER APP. Starting September 9th, DSE will start using FastLane in the car pickup line. DSE will provide you with a car tag and you will write your six-digit parent pin number on the tag. This pin number will be required to pick up children in the car line. Remember, each parent should have their own individual number. If you need help finding your pin number, be sure to reach out to our front office or library staff. They're happy to help! As we transition to this new system, we ask that you have your pin number ready before you enter the parking lot. This new system will help us get children home safely and more quickly once we get into a rhythm! Thank you for your patience!
Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items Here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, camp champions
The DSISD Community Services offers a variety of classes for students and adults of all ages! Fall 2024 Classes
Mark your calendars Picture Day is on September 18th. Picture Day ID: EVTJ88449 Click here to order!
We are PROUD to share that we have a team of parents and staff that are being certified facilitators for the 7 Habits if Highly Effective Families! Click here for dates and times to attend! This is a life changing experience for our families! This training along with materials is available in Spansh! Make plans to attend!
PTA NEWS
- CLASS SHIRTS DEADLINE IS 9/6! class shirts are available now at dsepta.org! Purchase is NOT required, but can be worn for special events such as grade level performances, leadership day, and field trips. T-shirts this year will be softer than previous years. Price is $10 each. Deadline to order is Sept 6. If you have a 5th grader and want them for Camp Champions, don't delay! Please see attached graphic for color assignments, if you'd rather use a shirt from previous years. These are made-to-order so once this deadline is passed, shirts are non-refundable. Thank you for your support.
- WATCH DOGS: Calling all dads and father figures! Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students) kick off is Sunday 9/8 at 3pm in the DSE cafeteria. Help us "Fill the Cafeteria" like we did last year! Signup links for shifts will open to those in attendance first!
- Yearbook 24/25: We are opening up sales early this year! Now until 9/13, get 4 icons for FREE with your purchase of yearbook ($30). Personalization and accessories are at additional cost . Prices go up to $35 for yearbooks on Jan 1, 2025. Link to order HERE. We have upcoming deadlines for yearbook photo submissions! Do you have back to school photos from Kinder Signing, Meet the Teacher, or First Day of School ? Upload them (linked) soon for a chance to be featured in the Yearbook!
-Tiger Spirit Shop is NOW OPEN! Thank you to all the families that purchased during our back to school events! We sold out of many sizes and styles, but we will be restocking some of the popular ones soon.
- PTA GENERAL MEETING: Our first general meeting of the school year is 9/17 at 8am! Join us for updates on fun events, ask us questions, meet other parents! We will have special guests from Dripping Springs Community Library - get a free library card on the spot and hear some updates/news!
- DSEPTA.org : if you have an account on the PTA website, you MUST update your student's information to be accurate for this school year. This will affect your ability to receive messages from the PTA, your classroom hubs from your room parents, etc.
- NEW! Facebook group for our Spanish-speaking parents: Join HERE and meet/interact with other parents, receive updates/news about DSE and DSEPTA. Please make sure to answer membership questions to join for the safety/privacy of our families
DSES Mission: We are Leaders! We Love! We Inspire! We Motivate!