Fort Bend ISD will be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The district will reopen on Tuesday, January 16. |
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Dr. Marc Smith officially appointed Fort Bend ISD Superintendent
Dr. Marc Smith was officially appointed Superintendent of Schools in Fort Bend ISD Monday evening by the district’s Board of Trustees.
The board vote was followed by a reception where Smith had a chance to meet and greet staff, parents, students and community members at the James Reese Career and Technical Center.
“Thank you for your confidence, your faith and your trust,” Smith said. “I am committed to upholding the high standards you have set for me. I look forward to locking arms with you and moving forward.”
Smith’s first official day will be January 22, 2024.
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FBISD students named all-state musicians for 2024
Forty-five Fort Bend ISD students have been named all-state musicians for 2024 in band, choir and orchestra.
These talented musicians represent approximately 2.6% of the more than 70,000 students who initially auditioned, advancing from the regional and area competitions. The “All-State” honor is the highest awarded given to Texas student musicians.
The FBISD students selected will join their peers to perform during the upcoming annual Texas Music Educators Association Clinic/Convention, to be held Feb. 7-10 in San Antonio, at the Henry B. González Convention Center.
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Fort Bend ISD's Small Business Enterprise Program receives multiple awards, continues to set the mark for peer organizations
FBISD’s Small Business Enterprise Program Coordinator Jeanette Boleware has been named the 2024 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advocate of the Year by the Houston Minority Business Development Agency Business Center.
Boleware will be recognized at a formal event later this year for her tireless efforts in working with small businesses in the greater Houston area to help them become qualified vendors, suppliers and commercial partners with FBISD.
The Houston Minority Business Development Agency Business Center is operated by Houston Community College in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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Concessions to be cashless at all district athletic facilities beginning in January 2024 |
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Beginning January 1, 2024, cash will no longer be accepted at food concession stands at Fort Bend ISD district athletic facilities. These facilities are: Mercer Stadium; Wheeler Field House; Hall Stadium; Hopson Field House; Don Cook Natatorium and the Aquatic Practice Facility.
Patrons can use mobile wallets or “tap to pay” capability, including Apple Pay or Google Wallet, and all major credit cards, except American Express.
We understand this may be an inconvenience for some of our guests and visitors, but the district has taken this decision in order to prioritize staff safety.
The district also considered patterns and changes that have already taken place at athletic events. FBISD began accepting credit card payments two years ago, and since then, the vast majority of concession purchases have been made without cash. The district’s Athletics Department also now sells tickets online.
The district is making this transition during the spring semester, in advance of next year’s football season which is the peak time for concession sales. This way, the new cashless system can be fully tested and refined as needed.
Please note: payment methods for concessions sold at middle and high schools during athletic events on campus will remain unchanged. Only events held at the district athletic facilities listed above will be affected by the change to cashless purchases. Be sure to confirm with the individual campus or athletic department to see how to purchase items for campus-based athletic events.
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Fort Bend ISD’s Whole Child Health Initiative will present its next student webinar, “Stress & Anxiety,” on Wednesday, January 17 at 6 p.m.
Registration is not required for this event.
In this webinar, students will learn practical strategies for managing stress and anxiety in their academic and personal life.
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Fort Bend ISD’s Whole Child Health Initiative is committed to supporting and developing the mental, behavioral, social, emotional and physical health of all students in the district. Students are best equipped and inspired to pursue futures beyond what they can imagine when these needs and skills are met and developed. FBISD offers a variety of health services and supports for students, staff and their families.
Whole Child Health Initiative will continue its monthly webinar series this school year, now offering resources to both parents and students. Each seminar will focus on a different area of health, and all are aligned to the district’s mission to support the mental, behavioral, social, emotional and physical health of students in FBISD. Visit the Whole Child Health Initiative online to find out more, and to access the previous webinars.
The hour-long seminars will be virtual and no registration is needed to participate. All seminars will begin at 6 p.m.
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CTE interest form opens on January 16; deadline to apply is February 4
Families invited to Reese Experience Night to learn more about available opportunities
The interest form (application) for Fort Bend ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs for the 2024-25 school year will open January 16 at 8 a.m.
The deadline to complete the form is 11:59 p.m. on February 4, and all FBISD students currently in grades 9-11 are encouraged to apply.
The district will host a Reese Experience Night on January 25, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the James Reese Career & Technical Center (12300 University Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479). Students and families can meet with CTE staff and learn more about the programs.
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FBISD's Small Business Enterprise Program to host a "Meet the Buyer" event on January 31
Fort Bend ISD’s Small Business Enterprise Program will host a “Meet the Buyer – Purchasing Forum” on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at the James Reese Career and Technical Center (12300 University Blvd., Sugar Land 77479). The event is open to all vendors interested in working with the district.
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Fort Bend ISD to hold February 10 networking event for nursing, library services and special education positions
Fort Bend ISD is inviting candidates to learn more about opportunities available in nursing, library services and special education by attending a networking event scheduled for February 10, 2024. “Fall in Love with FBISD” will be held at 9:00 a.m. at the James Reese Career and Technical Center (12300 University Blvd, Sugar Land, 77479).
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FOR ALL HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS: SchooLinks has replaced Naviance
SchooLinks is the district's new college readiness platform, designed to help students discover their interests and strength, explore colleges and careers, order transcripts, find and apply for scholarships, and request letters of recommendations.
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Income-eligible families may receive $30 off monthly internet bills, $100 off laptop purchases
The federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program is currently providing income-eligible families with $30 discounts on their monthly internet bills and a one-time $100 discount on the price of laptops and tablets.
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Families encouraged to apply for free and reduced-price school meals for 2023-24
Families can apply for free and reduced-price meals throughout the school year.
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FBISD Board of Trustees Upcoming Meetings |
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The Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees will host an upcoming meeting on:
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January 22 - Regular Business Meeting, 6 p.m.
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February 5 - Agenda Review Workshop, 6 p.m.
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Fort Bend Education Foundation Announcements |
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