• The best way to contact me is via email. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response. All changes in dismissal need to be communicated through the office if they occur after our lunch time (1:00 pm), or if you don't hear back from me by 2:00 pm. 

• We will be sending home ‘Thursday Folders’ each week.  Please check these folders for notes from the office, scored work, and any other communication.  

• Mrs. Hawkins sends out a weekly ‘Lykins Links’ newsletter through email (and also on our facebook page).  This will be current information on all things Lykins Elementary (mentioned above).

• This Parent Guide is an all inclusive, one stop resource for parents. Check it out - click the "Home" button at the bottom of this page, then scroll down to find answers to questions you may have on specific topics!

Snacks: Students may bring a snack each day.  The snack should not require a spoon or be in liquid form, and easy to eat.  Examples of suggested snacks are Cheezits, goldfish, granola bars, and pretzels.  No candy/sugar please.  Students may eat during morning meeting/WIN or save for dismissal time. Water bottles should contain only water. Thank you!

Birthdays: You may drop off store bought treats in the office.  We will celebrate at the end of the day.  Plan for 24 students. 

Homework: Regular homework is not sent home.  Things you can do at home to help support your child are reading each night, practicing math facts using flashcards or online apps, or CISD approved websites.

Breakfast and Lunch: Served daily at 7:20 and 1:00. You will need to add funds to student ‘School Cafe’ account (link below).  Please note that students may also purchase snacks and ice cream, as you may want to discuss appropriate charging limits.  Parents may eat with their child and one friend, but we ask that you refrain from taking photos while in the cafe.  If you are interested in volunteering for lunch duty, please reach out with dates available at any point during the school year!

Specials:

Specials are on a six day rotation. Please make sure students wear tennis shoes on PE days (Days 2/4/6 for our class), or stash a pair in their backpack for easy changing. We will send you a master list at Meet the Teacher! *You may also want to pack a labeled ziplock with change of clothes as a "just in case"!

1. Create an account on School Cafe 

All Bobcats who wish to buy their lunch daily/ occasionally, or purchase snacks/ice cream should create a School Cafe account.  Additionally, families who qualify for free or reduced meal programs, may indicate that need by filling out the confidential forms. Balances on School Cafe will follow your student across any campus in CISD.

2. Complete the Volunteer Background Check

This must be completed at the beginning of every school year, and allows you to volunteer for CISD/PTA.