PWE Newsletter 9/20/2026

Posted Date: 09/20/26 (05:00 PM)

A Note From the Principal

September 20, 2026

Dear Piney Woods Elementary Families,

It’s Homecoming Week, Wildcats! 🐾

Homecoming has always been my favorite time of the season. It’s a week filled with traditions, school spirit, and memories, and I’m so excited that you are here and getting to be a part of it with us!

These traditions are more than just fun, they help create a strong sense of belonging and community. The foundation of a strong school community begins at the elementary level, where students first learn what it means to be part of something bigger than themselves. I’m excited to see our youngest Wildcats experience the spirit and traditions that make our district so special!

Homecoming Dress Up Days:

Monday: Superhero Day

Tuesday: Twin Day

Wednesday: Wildcats Through the Decades

Thursday: Jersey Day

Friday: Red Out

Homecoming Highlights

Wednesday: Join us for the Homecoming Parade and Bonfire and celebrate one of our favorite Wildcat traditions!

Friday: It’s Homecoming Football Game night! Wear your red, bring your energy, and fill the stands with Wildcat pride.

Don’t forget about our Big Kahuna Fundraiser that kicked off last Thursday. Thank you for supporting our school and helping make a difference in our Wildcat community. Be sure to get your orders in and share the fundraiser with family and friends!

Let’s make this Homecoming Week one to remember! It's a great day to be a Wildcat!

With gratitude,

Mrs. Hill

Principal, Piney Woods Elementary

Big Kahuna Fundraiser: Help support our school, you choose: Donate or Purchase Items.

Big Kahuna Fundraiser Information

Help support Piney Woods Elementary by sharing our fundraisers with your family and friends. Fundraisers packets went home Thrusday afternoon!

School ID: 43466

Students can earn exciting prizes by sending 10 emails and reaching their fundraising goals.

Thank you for supporting Piney Woods. Every purchase helps make a difference for our students.

Upcoming Events

September Events:

Homecoming Week

21st: Homecoming/Spirit Week: Superhero Day

22nd: Homecoming/Spirit Week: Twin Day

23rd: Homecoming/Spirit Week: Wildcats Through The Ages

23rd: Homecoming Parade & Bonfire

24th: Homecoming/Spirit Week: Jersey Day

25th: Homecoming/Spirit Week: Wildcat Spirit

College Week:

September 28th - October 2nd

October Events:

9th: End of First 9 Weeks

For a full calendar, visit the District Calendar website.

Attendance Matters

For the 2026–2027 school year, our goal is to reach 96% attendance! Regular attendance is essential to your child’s academic growth, success, and engagement in learning.

Attendance notes can be sent directly to the Attendance Office at PWEattendance@splendoraisd.org.

September Campus Attendance Challenge: “Recess Rocks” The grade level with the highest attendance percentage will receive an extra 30 minutes of recess.

District Attendance Challenge: At the end of the school year, all students who maintain perfect attendance from bell to bell throughout the entire school year will be rewarded with a field trip to Splendora Skating Rink!

Students arriving after 8:35 will be marked tardy and must be accompanied by an adult to the front office.

U.I.L.

Quest For Excellence

26-27 UIL Academic Competition

Calling 2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th-grade students to join our UIL, Academic Teams! The competition will be held on Saturday, January 23rd, 2027. Coaches have already begun recruiting, and teams have a limited number of participants. Scan the QR code on the flyer below if your child is interested in trying out for a team!

Want to know more about the events?

Check out: https://www.uiltexas.org/aplus/events

Foundation Corner

You Still Have Time to Apply for an Educator Grant!

Have a great idea for your students but haven’t started your application yet? You still have time—and we can help!

Educator Grant applications are due Monday, September 28, at 5:00 p.m.

Don’t let the application process stop you from applying. If you need help developing your idea, discussing your budget, or working through the application, contact Katie Key (kkey@splendoraisd.org). We want to help you turn your idea into a strong grant proposal!

Splendora ISD Ladycats Basketball Skills Day

Date: September 26, 2026

Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Grades: Kindergarten–6th Grade

Location: Splendora High School, 23747 FM 2090, Splendora

Cost: FREE!

Contact for questions:

mlowes@splendoraisd.org

Come learn, compete & grow together!

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Campus Information

Campus Visitors: Must present valid ID and sign in.
Afternoon Transportation: Changes must be submitted in writing by 2:30 pm. You may send a handwritten note with your child or email the front office at pwetransportation@splendoraisd.org. For safety and security, we cannot accept transportation changes over the phone.

Breakfast & Lunches

Every child will receive free breakfast & lunch for the 26-27 school year.
You can use this link to add money to their account for snacks & extras. https://www.schoolcafe.com/splendoraisd
When visiting for lunch, you may only be provide food for your student. Only those listed on your students' skyward can bring lunch to your student.

Volunteer Application

To become a volunteer or attend a field trip with your child, complete your volunteer application today https://www.splendoraisd.org/volunteer

Transportation

Morning Drop-off Time:

Enter and exit using Entrance H off FM 2090.
Students cannot be dropped off until 7:50 am. For student safety, please pull up to the side door.
After 8:35 am, students are counted tardy and must be dropped off at the front of the school.

Afternoon Dismissal:

Enter using Entrance G off FM 2090. Follow the signs. Stay to the right of the driveway.
Pass the crossover driveway, continue to the tree line, and turn around.
Display your car rider tag clearly.
Note: If you do not have a tag, you must park and pick up your car rider tag in the front office.
If arriving before 4:00 PM: Stop and wait before the crossover driveway.
At 4:00 PM: Pull around to the side of the building and wait.
Exit using Entrance H off FM 2090.

Early Check-out:

If your child has an appointment, you must check them out before 3:30 pm.

Transportation Changes:

Changes must be submitted in writing by 2:30 pm.
You may send a handwritten note with your child or email the front office at pwetransportation@splendoraisd.org. For safety and security, we cannot accept transportation changes over the phone.

Visit our PWE Web Page

23395 FM 2090

Splendora TX 77372

Phone: 281-689-3073