Parents

Back-to-School Information

K-12 Informational Letter

Please call the school at 281.469.8829 or email the Elementary Receptionist or Secondary Receptionist by 8:30 a.m. on days when your child is ill or will be unexpectedly absent from school.

Cypress Christian School is pleased to offer the After School Program to serve our K-8th grade CCS families.

Our mission is to provide safe, supervised care in a loving Christian environment. Children will be grouped by grade categories and engaged in activities that will encourage creativity and social interactions.

After School Program

For a student to participate in athletics at Cypress Christian School, forms at the link below must be completed and returned to the Athletic Department prior to the first practice. Do not give forms to athlete's coach.

One parent AND the player must read and sign the code of conduct in the Athletic Section of the CCS Combined Policies Handbook, the Acknowledgment of Rules for middle school or high school, Athletic Physical form and Transportation Waiver.

Athletics Forms

Secondary Bell Schedule

Thank you for considering a donation to Cypress Christian School athletics programs. Donations are vital to the life of any quality athletic program and we appreciate your support.

Booster Clubs

2021-2022 Carpool Procedures

Middle school and elementary students will report to the West Gym from carpool drop-off no earlier than 7:30 a.m. High school students will report to the Secondary Lunchroom. Teachers will supervise students until they begin their school day. For the safety of all, parents are not permitted to park their vehicle and walk their child(ren) onto campus. Student supervision begins at 7:30 a.m. The school does not provide supervision for students who are dropped off before that time.

Carpool tags are mandatory, will be assigned to all families and distributed during Open House on Wednesday, August 11.

The school’s dress code is designed to a) promote the decorum and dignity of our academic mission, b) promote unity of purpose within the student body and c) support biblical principles of modesty and distinction of genders. Supporting the school and coming to school each day with clothing in compliance with the dress code is the responsibility of both the student and the parent. Dress code violations will be recorded and repeated violations will result in appropriate disciplinary action.

Students are required to purchase all uniform pieces (shirts, blouses, pants, shorts, jumpers, skirts, etc.) through FlynnO'Hara or Lands' End School Uniforms. Students may wear blue jeans or uniform bottoms and CCS spirit wear on Fridays.

2021-2022 Dress Code

Lands' End Uniform Information

Click here to access the official CCS Lands' End page and enter the CCS school number 900101148. This will take you to the CCS uniform webpage where you will find all items specifically approved by CCS and compliant with current CCS uniform dress code.

Lands' End Fit Guide  |  Land's End New True Fit

Flynn O'Hara Uniform Information

FlynnO'Hara has a local store located at 1022 Wirt Road, Suite 322, Houston, TX 77055 for trying on uniform pieces to assess sizes for ordering for your son or daughter, as well as purchasing in-stock items. On the CCS uniform webpage you will find all items specifically approved by CCS and compliant with current CCS uniform dress code.

Online Ordering  |  Sign Up for FlynnO'Hara Promotional Emails

Approved Outerwear & Spirit Wear

All outerwear must be provided by a CCS athletic team or purchased in the Warrior Warehouse, from Lands' End, FlynnO'Hara or the CCS Outerwear Online Store links below.

Approved CCS spirit wear includes items provided from participation in CCS activities, items purchased in the Warrior Warehouse and items purchased from the CCS Spirit Wear Online Store link below.

• Outerwear worn Monday-Thursday must be solid navy.

• Friday outerwear may be any color if purchased from the Warrior Warehouse or the CCS online Squad Locker store.

• Students may wear blue jeans or uniform bottoms and approved CCS spirit wear on Fridays.

Outerwear Online Store  |  CCS Spirit Wear & Friday Outerwear Online Store

FACTS Family Portal is a private and secure parents’ portal that allows parents to view academic information specific to their children, while protecting their children’s information from others. Family Portal can be used to: see your child’s grades, attendance, homework and conduct; access a variety of posted school information; communicate with teachers; order school lunches; and access your FACTS tuition account to view your payment plan, scheduled payment dates, funding source and incidental billing.

Elementary - FACTS SIS is used for attendance, conduct, grade book and lunch ordering.

Middle School - FACTS SIS is used for attendance, conduct, grade book, lesson plans, homework and lunch ordering.

High School - FACTS SIS is used for attendance, conduct, grade book, term grades and lunch ordering.

The Combined Policies Handbook is available through FACTS Family Portal > School > Resource Documents > Combined Policies Handbook 2021-2022. It includes the following sections:

• General Parent/Student School Policies
• Secondary Academic Policies
• Elementary Academic Policies
• Athletic Department Policies
• Dress Code Policies

Please take time to review this important document, and feel free to contact your principal should you have any questions about school policies or procedures.

Please keep the following guidelines in mind when deciding whether or not to send your child to school. This will help control the spread of infectious diseases and allow your child to feel their best while at school.

• If a student has a fever of 100 degrees or more, the student should stay home for 24 hours after the temperature returns to normal.
• If a student has vomited or had diarrhea two times in a day, the student should stay home for 24 hours after the last episode.
• If a student has any rash that may be disease-related or the cause is unknown, check with your family physician before sending the student to school.
• If a student has a heavy, moist productive cough, chest congestion or discolored nasal drainage, check with your family physician before sending the student to school.

Thank you so much for your attention to this important matter concerning the health of our students.

All school lunches will be prepaid and charged to the FACTS Prepay Account. No cash will be accepted for lunches or snacks. Lunch service will begin on the first day of school, Thursday, August 12.

All elementary school lunches must be ordered in advance no later than Sunday evening for the entire upcoming school week. Secondary lunches will not be preordered.

Elementary Lunches

• Students may bring a sack lunch with them to school or order a hot lunch in advance from our lunchroom through the FACTS Family Portal. Hot lunches will be available beginning the first day of school, Thursday, August 12, and may be ordered starting Friday, August 6.
• The cost of hot lunches is $5.50 each and includes a drink. All elementary school lunches must be ordered in advance no later than Sunday evening for the entire upcoming school week and will be billed through the FACTS Prepay Account. Please do not send cash with your student to pay for school lunches or snacks. 
• Drinks and snacks will be available throughout the year for purchase for $0.50 each and will be paid through the FACTS Prepay Account.
• Any lunches brought late, after the beginning of the school day, may be brought prior to the start of the student’s lunch period and should be placed on the late lunch table in the lobby to be picked up by the student. 

Secondary Lunches

• Secondary students will not preorder lunches online or in advance.
• Secondary students will receive free lunch on the first day of school, Thursday, August 12. Lunch will include two slices of cheese or pepperoni pizza, dessert and a drink.
• On Friday, August 13, single or double hamburgers and cheeseburgers, tater tots, snacks, hot pockets, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, fruit, chips, drinks, etc. will be available for purchase.
• Hot lunch menu selections vary throughout the school year and entrees range from $1.75 to $6. Snacks and drinks range from $1 to $2.50. Please do not send cash to purchase items. Secondary lunches are prepaid through the FACTS Prepay Account.
• Microwaves will be available for student use.

Student Lunches & Prepay Account Setup Elementary & Secondary

The Parent Service Organization (PSO) is an enrichment program eager to partner with volunteers who are excited to share their God-given gifts and talents with Cypress Christian School. Volunteers are essential throughout the school year to support the mission and directly impact the lives of students, faculty, staff and administrators.

Whether you are a seasoned family or brand new to the school, have a little time to give or a lot of time to give, there is a place for you to serve your fellow Warriors. The volunteer opportunities are endless. Below are just a few of the areas our families and friends can lend a hand.

Parent Service Organization (PSO)

Pledge to the American Flag

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Pledge to the Texas Flag

I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.

Pledge to the Christian Flag

I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag and to the Savior for whose Kingdom it stands. One Savior, crucified, buried, risen and coming again with life and liberty for all who believe.

Pledge to the Bible

I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God’s Holy Word. I will make it a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. I will hide its words in my heart that I might not sin against God.

Schoology is a learning management system where students and parents can access academic information specific to middle and high school classes. Schoology can be used to view class notes, activities, calendar/lesson plans and to communicate with teachers. This platform is also used to house teacher instructional videos and other information that is important to access during a student’s absence. Schoology will be used daily in the classroom by all secondary on-campus and livestream students.

Schoology

Service Hours Requirement

All high school students are encouraged to build a heart of worship through service to their community. A few examples of service include working along with adults in any church or community ministry, lawn/home/pet care for a family friend or a neighbor without pay, volunteering to work in the concession stand during a game or tournament, baking goodies for first responders, or writing letters to service personnel.  Note that service hours cannot be performed for family and no compensation should be received.

Students will use FACTS to track the number of service hours they have earned. High School students must complete 10 hours of service per semester for a total of 20 hours per year. Any graduating senior who has accumulated 200+ hours will be acknowledged at the graduation ceremony.

Service Hours Requirement

One goal of CCS is to help develop godly individuals who are usable for God's service in His church and in the world. All students are encouraged to develop Christ-like character as they practice serving those around them. 

In order to build the habit of service, all middle school students are required to log at least five service hours each semester. A few examples of service include working along with adults in any church or community ministry, lawn/home/pet care for a family friend or a neighbor without pay, volunteering to work in the concession stand during a game or tournament, baking goodies for first responders or writing letters to service personnel.  Note that service hours cannot be performed for family and no compensation should be received.  Bible teachers will provide more information and provide forms that students will turn in by the end of each semester to verify their service. 

Middle School Community Service Form

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Please note that the school will require proof of medical insurance coverage in addition to a sports physical and other athletic department forms prior to a student participating in the school sports/co-curricular activities. Please log in to your FACTS Family Portal and go to School / Web Forms / Current Optional Forms / Athlete Insurance Information and enter your insurance company name, policy number and expiration date. A copy of your insurance card is no longer required.

Student Medical Insurance

It is the parents’ responsibility to notify CCS of changes to contact, emergency or medical information.

• Updates to address, subdivision, phones, email or emergency contact information: Please click here or email Mary Granato
• Updates to your child’s medical information: Please email Nurse Robin Brown

CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE WON IN THE OFF-SEASON!

WARRIOR STRONG is a summer athletic training program for all CCS students entering grades 6-12. It is specifically designed to enhance strength, speed, quickness, agility, plyometric power, change of direction and flexibility, while developing personal responsibility and teaching students to become great teammates through service and encouragement. This is a great opportunity to gain a competitive advantage over state competition!

• Mondays-Thursdays
• June 7- July 22, 2021
• High school (incoming grades 9-12) - 7:30 - 9 a.m.
• Middle school (incoming grades 6-8) - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
• Cost: $200

The Warrior Warehouse is located in the East Gym and is open Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Warrior Warehouse

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