FBISD Express Community Newsletter

STAY INFORMED OF THE LATEST NEWS AND INFORMATION FROM FBISD REGARDING THE COVID-19 VIRUS

Visit fortbendisd.com/covid19 to access the latest updates, information and resources available to support our FBISD students and families during school closures.

FORT BEND ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES POSTPONES MAY 2 ELECTION DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC

At its March 23 virtual meeting, the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees has taken unanimous action to postpone the May 2 Board Election amidst the current COVID-19 pandemic, citing public health concerns and the District’s long-term closure.

Fort Bend ISD Superintendent Dr. Charles Dupre shares update about online learning

Online learning is a new experience for all of us, and I know our parents and students have many questions as we move toward the beginning of online engagement next week.

I’m here to provide more clarification on what this will look like in Fort Bend ISD.

First, I also want to thank our families for participating in the recent survey regarding online learning. As expected, the results indicated that we have many families who do not have immediate access to computers or tablets. This is important to know because we are committed to providing an equitable learning experience for all students, even if it is online. Read Dr. Dupre's full blog or view the video .

Read the full news release about online learning and what parents can expect beginning next week.

Also, watch or read Dr. Dupre's message on health and safety reminders presented earlier this week.

FBISD EXPANDS FREE MEALS OFFERINGS TO 12 ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS

Fort Bend ISD is supporting the community in a time of uncertainty by ensuring children have access to healthy meals.

Grab and Go meals are now available at 23 FBISD campuses.

These meals are at no cost to anyone 18 and under and to students with disabilities without regards to age. Children do not need to be enrolled in Fort Bend ISD to get free breakfast and lunch, but all children will need to be present in order to pick up the meals.

Breakfast is available from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., lunch will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Visit the Fort Bend ISD website at www.fortbendisd.com for updates.

The 12 new campus locations include:

Armstrong Elementary

3440 Independence Blvd., Missouri City, 77459

Briargate Elementary

15817 Blue Ridge Rd., Missouri City, 77489

Burton Elementary

1625 Hunter Green Ln., Fresno, 77545

Goodman Elementary

1100 West Sycamore, Fresno, 77545

Heritage Rose Elementary

636 Glendale Lakes Dr., Rosharon, 77583

Hunters Glen Elementary

695 Independence Blvd., Missouri City, 77489

Lantern Lane Elementary

3323 Mission Valley Dr., Missouri City, 77459

Mission Bend Elementary

16200 Beechnut, Houston, 77083

Mission Glen Elementary

16053 Mission Glen Dr., Houston, 77083

Parks Elementary

19101 Chimney Rock Rd., Fresno, 77545

Ridgegate Elementary

6015 West Ridgecreek Dr., Houston, 77053

Ridgemont Elementary

4910 Raven Ridge Dr., Houston, 77053

Meals will continue to be offered at the original 11 campuses, listed below:

Dulles High School

550 Dulles Ave, Sugar Land, 77478

Elkins High School

7007 Knights Ct, Missouri City, 77459

First Colony Middle School

3225 Austin Pkwy, Sugar Land, 77479

Hightower High School

3333 Hurricane Ln, Missouri City, 77459

Hodges Bend Middle School

16510 Bissonnet St, Houston, 77083

Kempner High School

14777 Voss Rd, Sugar Land, 77498

McAuliffe Middle School

16650 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, 77053

Missouri City Middle School

202 Martin Ln, Missouri City, 77489

Ridge Point High School

500 Waters Lake Blvd, Missouri City, 77459

Sartartia Middle School

8125 Homeward Way, Sugar Land, 77479

Travis High School

11111 Harlem Rd, Richmond, 77406

REMINDERS AND RESOURCES TO SUPPORT FAMILIES COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Fort Bend ISD uses Blackboard Connect to send emergency, attendance and general notifications from your child’s campus, the District and FBISD leaders. Parents, please verify that your contact information is correct so that you are able to receive important phone calls, emails and text messages from the District, especially during the COVID-19 crisis. LEARN MORE

Parents, please be reminded that all Fort Bend ISD campus playgrounds are closed. We understand that many parents are managing the well-being of their families by spending time outdoors, but please do not allow children to play on the school playgrounds at this time. Doing so does not support social distancing and the equipment is not being cleaned while District campuses are closed.

Fort Bend ISD has launched the Online Learning Support webpage that includes technical, program and application-specific videos and training guides to support families as we prepare to launch online learning. Visit the website at www.fortbendisd.com/onlinelearningsupport .

During the coronavirus pandemic, families can learn how to support their child's social, emotional and mental health by visiting Fort Bend ISD's Behavioral Health and Wellness webpage . There you will find information on available parent resources, social emotional learning, self-care and stress relief, positive behavior and intervention supports, counseling and crisis resources, as well as a COVID-19 resource guide and other helpful resources.

Learn how FBISD's Small Business Enterprise Program (SBEP) is supporting small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis. Visit the SBEP webpage for details.

WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE OF TEACHER TALKS

This week, Fort Bend ISD's episode of Teacher Talks features first grade teacher Destini Oliver of the Ridgemont Early Literacy Center offering parent tips to help with student routines at home. Click on the image to view the video. You can also view past episodes of Teacher Talks that offer advice on providing emotional support for children and ways to organize your children's day.

A MESSAGE FROM THE FORT BEND EDUCATION FOUNDATION

After careful consideration and in accordance with the CDC’s recommendation, the Fort Bend Education Foundation has decided to cancel the annual Schlumberger Education Expedition bike ride. While we deeply regret this, we realize it is the prudent thing to do for the health and safety of our riders and volunteers.

The Foundation would like to thank the 2020 sponsors for their continued support and helping the Foundation provide opportunities to enrich and enhance the quality of education to all FBISD students through its grants to schools and teachers programs.

Visit the Fort Bend Education Foundation's website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation to learn about community discounts, savings and how you can support students in Fort Bend ISD.

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