WATCH a video message from FBISD Board President Jason Burdine on “Mental Health and Well-being.” Click on the image to view the video. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS Current FBISD 8th graders invited to apply for High School Academy, Early College High School and P-TECH Programs FBISD seeking feedback on calendar options for 2020-21 school year Fort Bend ISD has launched a survey to gain community feedback on two calendar options for the 2020-21 school year. The survey will remain open until midnight on Sun., Nov. 17, 2019, and the results of the survey will be shared with the District’s calendar committee before a final recommendation is presented to the Board of Trustees in January 2020. READ MORE

COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITIES Kroger and Grand Parkway Baptist Church support FBISD with District and campus needs

Kroger presents FBISD with $39,285 worth of school supplies Fort Bend ISD is among seven Houston-area school districts to receive a share of $275,000 worth of school supply kits that customers purchased during a two-week period this summer, from July 19 through August 6, as part of Kroger's Backpack Boosters initiative. READ MORE Grand Parkway Baptist Church joins Austin High School in beautification project A team of volunteers from Grand Parkway Baptist Church joined Austin High School students and parents for a community beautification project at the campus. The volunteers worked together to transform the landscaping in front of the school, which celebrates its 25 th  anniversary this year. READ MORE

FBISD INCREASES STARTING SALARY FOR SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Recruiting efforts ongoing as District works to fill vacancies

Fort Bend ISD approved an increase in the minimum starting salary for school bus drivers. Effective November 4, all FBISD full-time and part-time bus drivers received a salary increase from $15.48 to $18.00 per hour. This increase is part of FBISD’s ongoing efforts to attract and retain quality drivers by offering competitive wages. FBISD currently has openings for full-time and part-time bus driver positions. Individuals interested in applying may visit the FBISD website at www.fortbendisd.com . READ MORE

POINTS OF PRIDE Read about some of our student and staff honors and achievements

Ridge Point High School volleyball team advances to Area Playoffs Congratulations to the Ridge Point High School “Panthers” volleyball team on advancing to the area playoffs. Ridge Point will play Memorial High School today, Nov. 8, at Don Coleman Coliseum (1050 Dairy Ashford Rd., Houston, 77079) at 6 p.m. Tickets are $5. The winning team will advance to the regional quarterfinals of the state playoffs.  Deirdre Holloway appointed to SHSU Alumni Association Board of Directors Fort Bend ISD Director of Federal and State Programs Deirdre Holloway (center) has been appointed to the Sam Houston State University (SHSU) Alumni Association’s Board of Directors. She will serve one full term, beginning January 1, 2020 and concluding December 31, 2020. READ MORE

FRIENDLY REMINDERS

Interfaith Leaders Breakfast, Nov. 14 Leaders and staff members of area interfaith organizations are invited to attend an upcoming Interfaith Leaders Breakfast, hosted by FBISD’s Collaborative Communities Department and Loving Houston. The November topic is “Serve Families" and will provide participants with resources to support English learners and students receiving free-and-reduced meal services. LEARN MORE "Blessing the Ground" Ceremony in honor of Sugar Land 95, Nov. 17 Community members are invited to attend a solemn ceremony that will be held in remembrance of the Sugar Land 95, whose remains were discovered at an abandoned and unmarked cemetery.  The event will be held Sun., Nov. 17 at the James Reese Career and Technical Center.  READ MORE The latest episode of FBISD's The Frequency Podcast is "Fuel for the Day: What Keeps Students from a Healthy Lunch." Take some time and LISTEN TO THE CONVERSATION . November meetings of the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees The following are November meetings of the FBISD Board of Trustees: Nov. 11 Called Meeting/Agenda Review, 6 p.m. Nov. 18 Regular Board Meeting, 6 p.m. The Board meetings take place in the FBISD Admin. Bldg. Board Room, unless otherwise stated. For more information regarding Board meetings, upcoming meeting dates, agendas and agenda packets, visit the  Board of Trustees webpage .  Program Exploration Night, Nov. 20 Fort Bend ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department is giving parents and students an opportunity to learn about CTE programs during its annual Program Exploration Night. The event will take place Wed., Nov. 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the James Reese Career and Technical Center (12300 University Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479). LEARN MORE

FORT BEND EDUCATION FOUNDATION Support the Education Foundation while enjoying upcoming events and discounted services

Shop at AmazonSmile this holiday season and Amazon will make a donation to the Fort Bend Education Foundation. LEARN MORE Check out these FBEF community discounts! Enjoy savings on services provided by car rental companies Avis, Budget and Hertz, and hotel accommodations through Hotels.com! Click the images to learn more! Free Kids Meals at Harvest Market Sienna through Dec. 25 Now through December 25, kids eat free every day at Harvest Market Sienna during the Winter holiday season. Guests can receive one free kid's meal per every adult meal purchased. This offer is for kids age 12 and under and for dine-in only. Sugar Land Holiday Lights, Nov. 22-Jan. 5 The annual Sugar Land Holiday Lights  at Constellation Field runs from Nov. 22 to Jan. 5. Use the promo code "FBEF" to save $2 on admission online or at the gate . See you there! Save money on your bill with  Energy Ogre   -  Use code "FBEF" and get the 13th month free.

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