STANDARD TIME BEGINS
Standard Time begins Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 a.m. Remember to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed Saturday night.
Dedication of Reese Career and Technical Education
Fort Bend ISD held a dedication ceremony on Sunday, Oct., 27 to officially mark the opening of the new James Reese Career and Technical Education Center. FBISD students, staff and community members attended the event to celebrate the life of the center's namesake and tour the state-of-the art facility. See photos from the event and learn more about the Reese Center and its offerings.
FORT BEND ISD TRUSTEES RECOGNIZE LEED-CERTIFIED CAMPUSES AND APPROVE CAMPUS REBUILD
FBISD School Board approves schematic design of the Lakeview Elementary rebuild

During the October 21, 2019 Regular Meeting, the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees approved the schematic design for the Lakeview Elementary School rebuild, as presented by Kirksey Architects. In November 2018, the Board approved Kirksey Architects to prepare construction documents and specifications for the design of the rebuild, which included approval of a project budget of $33,903,645. READ MORE
Thornton Middle School and Leonetti Elementary deemed LEED-certified campuses

Congratulations to Ronald Thornton Middle School and Leonetti Elementary on being deemed LEED-certified buildings based on their energy-efficient designs. Principals Jeanna Sniffin of Thornton, and Joy Schwinger of Leonetti, along with District representatives, were recognized at the October 21 FBISD Board meeting and presented with certificates. READ MORE
POINTS OF PRIDE
Read about some of our student and staff honors and achievements. 
FBISD Risk Management Director to serve on TASB Board of Directors
Bridget Chustz-Morrison, Fort Bend ISD Director of Risk Management, has been appointed to the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Risk Management Fund Board of Trustees. She will join her fellow board members in drafting policy and coordinating strategic planning to carry out the Fund’s mission.
FBISD high school marching bands earn top ratings at 2019 UIL Region Marching Contest
Bravo to the FBISD high school marching bands on their recent performances at the 2019 5A-6A University Interscholastic League (UIL) Region Marching Contest. All 11 high school marching bands performed their 2019 competition shows, earning a rating of either Superior or Excellent.
Palmer Elementary students join H-E-B Buddy League in taking stand against bullying
Second-grade students at Palmer Elementary are taking a stand against bullying by becoming members of the H-E-B Buddy League. The H-E-B Buddy League promotes diversity and inclusion by inspiring kindness and respect over negative behavior, such as teasing and bullying.
FBISD'S THE FREQUENCY PODCAST AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PLATFORMS
All of our current and future podcast followers will be pleased to know that FBISD's podcast, "The Frequency" is now available on all major podcast platforms - including Apple, Spotify and Google Play. Subscribe or follow "The Frequency" and never miss out when a new episode drops. Check out each episode now at:
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FRIENDLY REMINDERS
Men's Choir Festival, Nov. 7
Don't miss the opportunity to hear the FBISD Men's Choir perform in concert at Dulles High School's Rodgers Auditorium (550 Dulles Ave., Sugar Land, 77478), Thurs., Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. The festival will feature the men's choirs from all 26 FBISD secondary schools and the University of Houston ManCorps. Admission is free.
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
Program Exploration Night, Nov. 20
Fort Bend ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) is giving parents and students an opportunity to learn about CTE programs during its annual Program Exploration Night. The event will take place Wednesday, November 20, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the James Reese Career and Technical Center (12300 University Blvd. Sugar Land, 77479). LEARN MORE
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 . 
If you missed this week's installment of Good Night, Fort Bend , no worries. View Thursday's reading of The Ant and the Grasshopper read by Sharon Varghese, FBISD Interventionist of Literacy Curriculum and Instruction.
FORT BEND EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Support the Education Foundation while enjoying upcoming events and discounted services
Kendra Scott Shopping Party, Nov. 7
Join us on Nov. 7, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., for a night of sips, sweets, and shopping at Kendra Scott Sugar Land.  FBISD staff members enjoy special perks .  A portion of the proceeds benefit the Fort Bend Education Foundation!  RSVP today or just stop by.
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 through Nov. 22 to Jan. 5. Use the promo code "FBEF" to save $2 on admission online or at the gate . See you there!
Visit the Fort Bend Education Foundation website at  www.fortbendisd.com/foundation to learn more about community discounts, savings and how to support the Foundation. 
Save money on your bill with  Energy Ogre   -  Use code "FBEF" and get the 13th month free.
To learn more about community discounts, savings and how to support the Fort Bend Education Foundation, visit the Foundation's website at www.fortbendisd.com/foundation.
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