Week of March 24, 2025

Katy Grammar School News

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We are thrilled to kickoff raffle sales for our 14th Annual Griffin Gala! This is a great chance to support our community and enter to win some amazing prizes. Raffle sales will conclude on April 30, 2025, with the drawing taking place on May 3rd during the Griffin Gala.

Raffle Ticket Details:

• $20 each
• 6 Tickets for $100
• You do not need to be present on May 3, 2025, to win

Raffle Prizes Include:

• Diamond Earrings (Valued at $2,500)
• Grill + Cooler of Meat
• $1,000 Visa Gift Card

Student Incentives:

To encourage our students to participate in selling tickets, we have some exciting incentives.

• For every 10 tickets sold, students will earn one casual dress day (up to 3)
• The top-selling student at each campus will earn a Chick-fil-A lunch
• The top-selling student overall will receive a $250 Visa gift card
• Each campus that achieves an average goal of 20 tickets sold per student will earn a pizza party for their entire campus

How to Sell Tickets Online:

1. Click the link below to create a raffle sales page
2. Click "Join a team"
3. Select your campus and enter your fundraising goal
4. Share your raffle sales page via text, email, or on social media platforms
5. View your competition and sales via your online personal fundraising page

We encourage everyone to get involved and help make this year's gala a success. Your support not only helps us raise funds towards the gala but also gives our students a chance to shine!

Check out this article titled: 'Navigating School Choices: Why More Houston Families Are Turning to Charter Schools Like Aristoi Classical Academy' by My Neighborhood News!

This article is an excellent resource for gaining a deeper understanding of the funding gaps we encounter here at Aristoi! Check it out and share to your social media pages!

Coffee with Head of Grammar, Tamara Polvogt

March 28, 2025

PJ's Coffee

1185 Katy Fort Bend Rd.

Katy, TX 77494

7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

Moving Forward: 5th & 6th Grade Parent Meeting

April 3, 2025

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Griffin Center

Do you have a 4th-grade student? Join Mrs. Locheed and Mrs. Garrison for a meeting on April 3rd at the Griffin Center to discuss what to expect in the upcoming school year!

Contact kgarrison@aristoiclassical.org for more information.

Kindergarten Program

April 10, 2025

6:30 PM

Join us for our Kindergarten Program on April 10th in the Commons. Scholars should arrive in dress code no later than 6:00 PM.

If you have any questions please contact mheinold@aristoiclassical.org

STAAR TESTING REMINDERS

As we approach the upcoming STAAR testing dates, we want to reassure you that we do not stress our scholars about the mandatory state assessments. However, we do ask that our scholars are at their best during this time.

Please make every effort to ensure that your student is at school on time on the following dates: April 8th-9th and April 24th-25th. We also ask that you avoid scheduling appointments on these days so that scholars can remain in school for the full day.

Additionally, these two weeks will be closed campus days, and visitors will not be able to eat lunch or volunteer during this time.

Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Substitute Teachers Needed!

If you or someone you know is interested in making a positive impact in our classrooms apply today to be an Aristoi Classical Academy substitute teacher.

Parent ASCENDER Portal

Friendly reminder: If you are setting up your alerts in Parent Portal you must also set the notification type. If this is not set up, you will not receive your notifications.

Sign up to be a volunteer and contribute your time and skills in various areas across campus! You will be given the choice to sign up for multiple volunteer opportunities or you can choose to sign up for just one. Thank you for your time and helping the Aristoi Classical Academy Katy Grammar Campus!

• WATCH DOGS
• Lunch Volunteer
• Health Screenings
• Copy Mom
• Room Parent
• Book Fair

Sign-Up Below to Join the PTO

Aristoi Before School Care

Aristoi Before School Care is offered to grades K-12. This program is hosted by Aristoi Classical Academy. Days/Drop-Off Time: Monday-Friday, on or after 6:45 AM. Parents are not allowed to drop their students off prior to 6:45 AM.

Drop Off: 5618 Eleventh Street, Katy, TX 77493 for grades K-4th at the Commons, drop off via back of School through black gate.

Registration Fee: $35 per child. Not required if you are enrolled in the After School Program with YMCA and have already paid a $35 registration fee. Proof of enrollment with the YMCA is required.

Please complete the following forms below if interested:

Registration Form

Before School Care Registration Fee

Before School Care Weekly Fee

Dress Code Reminders

Here are some important reminders regarding the dress code during the cold weather season:

• Jackets and sweaters must be from Brammer's, the Aristoi French Toast site, or the Aristoi Spirit store. No other jackets are allowed indoors.
• Please ensure that any shirts worn under your child's dress code shirt are white crew necks only.
• For girls, leggings must be either solid white or solid navy. "Cable knit" is acceptable, but patterns are not permitted.

Yearly Form Packets

The 2024-2025 Ascender Parent Packet Forms are Overdue!

If you have not done so already, please complete these required forms as soon as possible as the deadline has already passed. This is different than the handbook forms.

Facility Updates

Please refer to the website for updates on facilities.

Silent Auction Items Needed!

To help us soar to new heights for our 14th Annual Griffin Gala, we’re excited to invite all families to contribute to our grade-specific gift baskets for the silent auction! By clicking the link below, you can explore a variety of items to donate. If you’re not sure what to contribute, don’t fret! We’ve made it easy with a link for monetary donations—because every little bit helps us reach our goals!

The deadline for all donations is March 31st, so let’s rally together and make this the best gala yet! Your support means the world to us and reflects the wonderful character we strive to instill in our students.

Katy Kindergarten Family Game Night Basket

Katy First Grade Camping Basket

Katy Second Grade Father's Day Basket

Katy Third Grade Golf Basket

Katy Fourth Grade Movie Night Basket

Muffins with Mom

March 26, 2025

7:00 AM - 7:30 AM

Mary Jo Peckham Park

Aristoi Katy PTO invites all Katy Grammar Griffins and their mother figures to join them in the park before school for muffins, juice, and coffee!

April 4, 2025

Coffee with Katy Headmaster, Kathryn Locheed

8:15 AM - 9:00 AM

Griffin Center

Join Mrs. Locheed for coffee on April 4th in the Griffin Center!

Please RSVP to kmiller@aristoiclassical.org if you plan to attend.

Spring After School Activities

There are still some spots available for 3rd & 4th grade students who are interested in Music and 1st through 4th grade students that are interested in Chess! Hurry before the final spots fill up!

Contact jorsini@aristoiclassical.org for more information.

Save the Date!

Aristoi Classical Academy

14th Annual Griffin Gala

May 3, 2025

Between now and May 3rd, your support in finding sponsors and volunteers will be invaluable. If you're interested in becoming a sponsor, know someone who might be, or would like to volunteer, please reach out to our Gala Committee Chairs.

The 2025 - 2026 Academic Calendar has been approved by the School Board and is now available. Click the button below to view.

After School Care

The Y makes the most of a child’s after school time by offering active learning opportunities designed to engage and expand young minds. Housed in local schools, YMCA After School Care gives children the opportunity to participate in active play and collaborate on fun projects. However, YMCA After School programs are more than child care. They offer a path with a purpose. Students engage in a variety of structured activities that promote positive social interactions, indoor and outdoor play and reinforce academic learning concepts, as well as lessons in empathy, inclusion, and service learning.

Click here to sign up for the Y After school program at Aristoi Classical Academy.

2024 Federal Report Card Availability and Dissemination Requirement

The 2023-24 State, Local Educational Agency (LEA), and campus Federal Report Cards for Texas Public Schools are now available. 

Free and Reduced Lunch

Please read the Free and Reduced-Price Meals Application information by clicking the button below.

Be Featured: Share Your Photos!



We want to see your school spirit! Please share your school-related photos by emailing marketing@aristoiclassical.org with your scholar's name, grade, the event, and permission to post.

Katy Grammar Daily Absence Form

For every day your student is absent, please fill out the form below to notify our Attendance Clerk and your student's teachers of their absence.

To provide your student with the best experience in art and music, every year Aristoi collects a small fee of $20 for each K - 4th grade student, and $50 for each 5th - 12th student. This assists Aristoi in providing:

• Consumable art supplies (paper, pastels, paint, clay, etc.)
• Art tools (drawing boards, print-making materials, etc.)
• Large instruments (typically not provided by students)
• Consumable instrument supplies (reeds, oils, etc.)
• Sheet music
• Materials to construct costumes, sets, and props
• Field trips (to offset cost)
• Art supplies (paper, pastels, paint, clay, etc.) 
• Art tools (printmaking supplies, paint brushes, etc.)
• Live music and theatre guest performances 
• Classroom instruments & supplies

If you have further questions, feel free to contact the Business Office.