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![Keith, Holbrook students place 1st, 2nd in Elementary Spelling Bee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770235140/cfisdnet/njrchg1rbusepka0uusx/0204ESSpellingBee.jpg","width":1800}])
Feb. 4, 2026—Keith Elementary School fifth grade student Ewan Song Ye Lin won first place by correctly spelling the word hellebore in the 11th round of the annual CFISD Elementary Spelling Bee, held Jan. 27 at the Berry Center.
![Black History Month - February 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769623432/cfisdnet/mjznm2173fhvoub2anqk/BlackHistory2026_thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769623432/cfisdnet/mjznm2173fhvoub2anqk/BlackHistory2026_thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769623432/cfisdnet/mjznm2173fhvoub2anqk/BlackHistory2026_thumbnail.png","width":800}])
In recognition of Black History Month, we honor the achievements, contributions, and lasting impact of African Americans—past and present.
![12th Superintendent’s Fun Run set for March 28 at the Berry Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769791140/cfisdnet/byhupgmtkmf4kqucsd7p/0130SuperintendentsFunRun1.jpg","width":1800}])
Jan. 30, 2026—The 12th Superintendent’s Fun Run is scheduled for March 28 from 8-11 a.m. at the Berry Center (8877 Barker Cypress Road) and Towne Lake community. Filled with exciting live entertainment, two course layouts for running or walking, kids’ activities and other family-friendly attractions, the fun run is the largest outdoor fundraising event in the district. Funds raised will directly benefit student scholarships through the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation.
![CFISD names new chief of staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765902858/cfisdnet/nyjrwsbriuehmpe1taoi/1216ChiefofStaffTN.jpg","width":1799}])
Dec. 16, 2025—Brandy Baker, chief of staff in Pflugerville ISD, was named the new CFISD chief of staff on Dec. 12. Baker replaces Teresa Hull, who is retiring effective Dec. 31.
![Sampson ES, Farney ES, All-Star Martial Arts establish Adopt-a-School partnership]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764870859/cfisdnet/jrkjqhydvatxfh786mgp/1204All-StarMartialArtsAdoption1.jpg","width":1800}])
Dec. 4, 2025—Representatives from All-Star Martial Arts visited the staff at Sampson Elementary School on Nov. 18 and Farney Elementary School on Nov. 21 to officially announce their Adopt-a-School partnership with the campuses.
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Nov. 10, 2025—The CFISD Board of Trustees approved the Districtwide Educational Improvement Council’s (DEIC) recommendations for the 2026-2027 instructional calendar during its regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 10.
![Sampson ES, Cypress Crossroads Dental Group establish Adopt-a-School partnership]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756932936/cfisdnet/ngp4hlcvjk4vkm8jg5nb/0903SampsonESAdoption1TN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756932936/cfisdnet/ngp4hlcvjk4vkm8jg5nb/0903SampsonESAdoption1TN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756932936/cfisdnet/ngp4hlcvjk4vkm8jg5nb/0903SampsonESAdoption1TN.jpg","width":800}])
Sept. 3, 2025—Representatives from Cypress Crossroads Dental Group visited the staff at Sampson Elementary School on Aug. 26 to officially announce their Adopt-a-School partnership with the campus.
![CFISD to host E-Waste Drive on Sept. 6 at Berry Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755611444/cfisdnet/mylc9gobtrbvsk7uugoc/0819CFISDE-WasteDriveTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755611444/cfisdnet/mylc9gobtrbvsk7uugoc/0819CFISDE-WasteDriveTN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755611444/cfisdnet/mylc9gobtrbvsk7uugoc/0819CFISDE-WasteDriveTN.jpg","width":800}])
Aug. 19, 2025—The CFISD technology department is hosting a community e-waste drive on Sept. 6 from 8-11 a.m. at the Berry Center (8877 Barker Cypress Road). All proceeds from recycled electronics will benefit the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) and Cy-Hope.
![CFISD named a 2025 TAEA District of Distinction winner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755551007/cfisdnet/qf3b85y6unhyebd7sasc/0818TAEADistrictofDistinctionTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755551007/cfisdnet/qf3b85y6unhyebd7sasc/0818TAEADistrictofDistinctionTN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755551007/cfisdnet/qf3b85y6unhyebd7sasc/0818TAEADistrictofDistinctionTN.jpg","width":800}])
Aug. 18, 2025—The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) named CFISD a 2025 District of Distinction award winner, marking the fifth consecutive year the district has earned the prestigious designation. CFISD is among only 109 districts in the state to earn the award.
![Newsletter 8-15-25]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753817391/cfisdnet/mmzalhmkkdqp2hqgivxq/SampsonElementary1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753817391/cfisdnet/mmzalhmkkdqp2hqgivxq/SampsonElementary1.png","width":500}])
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