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10/17/25

Thank you, families, for all you do to support learning at home! This month, we're continuing to focus on Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind. This means helping students plan ahead. When planning homework time or a weekend activity, try asking your child: 'What is our goal for this, and what steps do we need to take to get there?' Your help in building these planning skills is invaluable!

In our weekly Tell Us Tuesdays, we have heard that an app for calendar events would be helpful.  DSISD has an app!  Download it today and select DSE to see the campus events! In your settings, you can configure the language needed as well. Under important documents, you will find tips for supporting reading and math at home!

DSISD App

Emergency & General
Provides the latest district news and updates, events, staff directory, menus, important documents and more. Sign up for notifications to receive alerts on important announcements and emergencies.

Visit iTunes or Google Play to download the free app

 

CELEBRATIONS:

 

UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES:

  • Swing by Sonic on Wednesday, October 22nd, between 4–8 PM for DSE Spirit Night! Just mention you’re there to support DSE, and 40% of your purchase will be donated back to our PTA!   

  • RED RIBBON WEEK IS OCTOBER 27-30 

  • Parent University: Tech Night Monday, October 28, 6:00–7:00 PM Join us for an interactive Parent University Tech Night designed to strengthen the home-school connection! Bring your device if you can, and we’ll provide a Tech Passport to guide you through each station.  Come connect, learn, and make technology work for your family! In just one hour, families will rotate through hands-on tech stations to learn how to:

  • Log in to Skyward to check grades and update contact information

  • Access ClassLink (LaunchPad) to explore student learning apps

  • Navigate Canvas to find teacher communication and assignments

  • Use School Dismissal Manager to make safe and easy dismissal changes

  • PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY IS OCTOBER 31  STUDENT HOLIDAY!

  • November 5th - Fall Picture Retakes Flyer Please complete this form only if your student(s) will do a retake - or if they were not here on our original picture days (Sept 17). 

  • Mark your calendars for November 7 at 8:30 for our new annual tradition, Storybook Spectacular! Please RSVP here.

  • We are excited to announce that we will be honoring our Veterans with our annual Veterans Day program on November 11, 2025.  We would like to extend an invitation to Veterans within our DSE community.  We will be offering a short welcome reception for our Veterans from 7:30 - 8:15 am in the CLI.  The program will be from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the cafe.  Our fabulous fourth graders will also be honoring our Veterans by singing a few patriotic songs. We are creating a wall of honor in the CLI to pay tribute to our Veterans.  If you would like to participate in honoring a Veteran, please have your student bring in a picture to their homeroom teacher by November 7, 2025.  Please include the veteran's name, division, rank, and relation to student(s) if possible.  If you have any further questions, please email marie.rogers@dsisdtx.us.

 

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

 

REMINDERS:

PTA NEWS:

Mark your calendars for our next general PTA meeting on October 21st at 8 am in the cafeteria.

SAVE THE DATE FOR FALL FEST ON NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 2-5 PM!

Fall Fest Cake Decorating Contest 

Get involved with Fall Fest by:

Visit the Fall Fest Store to buy class basket raffle tickets and receive Early Bird Pricing on wristbands (Early Bird Pricing ends October 20th).

Sign up to be a DSE PTA member! We use the funds to give back to DSE. Click HERE to sign up! 

DSE PTA Membership School-wide goals 

200 members: free lunch sit

300 members: Raymond dresses up as baby

400 members: silly string to Raymond and Savarino during a Friday assembly 

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

10/10/25

We are having such a fun and inspiring year at Dripping Springs Elementary! Our students are learning, leading, and growing each day, and it’s been wonderful to see their excitement in and out of the classroom.  This month, we’re focusing on Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind, encouraging our students to set goals and make thoughtful choices that lead them toward success. Talk with your child about what goals they’re working on at school or home!

And a quick reminder, if you haven’t already, please consider joining our PTA. Your involvement helps us create meaningful experiences for our students and ensures we have a unified voice in supporting all the great things happening at DSE.

CELEBRATIONS:

  • The playground enhancements are completed, and the students are loving them!  Thank you for supporting this project with our last Spring fundraiser. 

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize? Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

UPCOMING DATES:

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

  • At Dripping Springs Elementary, we value strong communication and partnership with our families. Your feedback helps us ensure that we share information in ways that are clear, timely, and meaningful to you. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey so we can better meet your communication preferences.

  • Our Lost and Found is growing!  Please ask your student(s) to check for any lost items as anything remaining will be donated on October 31.

  • Toys for Tots: DSE is an official drop-off location. Box for toys in the front foyer for donations. 

  • Benefits of regular attendance

    • Students who attend school consistently outperform their peers in core subjects like math, science, and reading. Missing just two days a month can significantly impact academic performance (Schools That Lead, November 2024)

    • Consistent attendance fosters essential skills like time management, responsibility and organization (Schools That Lead, November 2024)

    • Regular attendance provides opportunities for meaningful interactions among students and with teachers (Schools That Lead, November 2024)

The DSISD Gifted & Talented referral link will be live and open on the DSISD GT Website from October 1-November 14. During this window, parents may complete the referral form for their student to be tested for the DSISD Gifted & Talented Program. As a reminder, DSISD does not hold whole grade level GT screeners, and tests by parent referral only. For more details on the DSISD GT program, please visit the DSISD GT website.

2025-26 DSISD Taxpayer Tuesdays DSISD has announced its 2025-26 schedule for Taxpayer Tuesdays! This community series offers parents and community members an inside look at district operations and finances, student programs and achievements, campus tours, and conversations with district leaders. Each session features a presentation on a key topic and a campus tour. Register at dsisdtx.us/taxpayertuesdays or scan the QR code in the image. We hope to see you there!

In Dripping Springs ISD, educators use the NWEA® MAP® Growth™ assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward learning goals. We have made the reports from your students’ beginning-of-year NWEA® MAP® assessment available to you in Skyward Family Access. The report includes a letter of explanation, a sample report, your child’s individual results, and how these scores are interpreted. Here are directions to access the report in Skyward Family Access.

We are excited that you will see a new citizenship rubric on your 25-26 Tiger report cards that reflects our Leader in Me and Safe, Respectful, Responsible verbiage that we use every day with our Tiger learners. Please let your Tiger teacher know if you have any questions about citizenship grades.



 

REMINDERS:

  • Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, & camp champions

  • Regular attendance provides opportunities for meaningful interactions among students and with teachers (Schools That Lead, November 2024)

PTA NEWS:

Mark your calendars for our next general PTA meeting on October 21st at 8 am in the cafeteria.

SAVE THE DATE FOR FALL FEST ON NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 2-5 PM!

Get involved with Fall Fest by:

Visit the Fall Fest Store to buy class basket raffle tickets and receive Early Bird Pricing on wristbands (Early Bird Pricing ends October 20th).

Sign up to be a DSE PTA member! We use the funds to give back to DSE. Click HERE to sign up! 

DSE PTA Membership School-wide goals 

200 members: free lunch sit

300 members: Raymond dresses up as a baby

400 members: silly string to Raymond and Savarino during a Friday assembly 

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

10/2/25

We are so grateful for the partnership we share with each of you. Together, we create a community where our students thrive and where great things are happening every day at DSE. One of the best ways to strengthen our impact is by joining the PTA. Through the PTA, we build a unified voice in supporting public education and ensuring that all students have access to the very best opportunities. We’d love for you to join us in celebrating and supporting the wonderful work happening at DSE. Your involvement and engagement make a difference!

CELEBRATIONS:

  • Our playground refresh install is happening now!  Check out our social media channels next week for the exciting pictures!

  • Our 5th graders are having the BEST time at Camp Champions-The Outdoor School!

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize? Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

UPCOMING DATES:

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

  • The DSISD Gifted & Talented referral link will be live and open on the DSISD GT Website from October 1-November 14. During this window, parents may complete the referral form for their student to be tested for the DSISD Gifted & Talented Program. As a reminder, DSISD does not hold whole grade level GT screeners, and tests by parent referral only. For more details on the DSISD GT program, please visit the DSISD GT website.

  • 2025-26 DSISD Taxpayer Tuesdays DSISD has announced its 2025-26 schedule for Taxpayer Tuesdays! This community series offers parents and community members an inside look at district operations and finances, student programs and achievements, campus tours, and conversations with district leaders. Each session features a presentation on a key topic and a campus tour. Register at dsisdtx.us/taxpayertuesdays or scan the QR code in the image. We hope to see you there!

  • In Dripping Springs ISD, educators use the NWEA® MAP® Growth™ assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward learning goals. We have made the reports from your students’ beginning-of-year NWEA® MAP® assessment available to you in Skyward Family Access. The report includes a letter of explanation, a sample report, your child’s individual results, and how these scores are interpreted. Here are directions to access the report in Skyward Family Access.

 

REMINDERS:

  • Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, & camp champions

  • Regular attendance provides opportunities for meaningful interactions among students and with teachers (Schools That Lead, November 2024)

PTA NEWS:

Please mark your calendars for our next general PTA meeting in the cafeteria on October 21st at 8 am.

SAVE THE DATE FOR FALL FEST ON NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 2-5 PM!

Get involved with Fall Fest by:

Visit the Fall Fest Store to buy class basket raffle tickets and receive Early Bird Pricing on wristbands (Early Bird Pricing ends October 20th).

Sign up to be a DSE PTA member! We use the funds to give back to DSE. Click HERE to sign up! 

DSE PTA Membership School wide goals 

200 members: free lunch sit

300 members: Raymond dresses up as baby

400 members: silly string to Raymond and Savarino during a Friday assembly 

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

9/25/25

We hope you're having a great week! We wanted to begin this newsletter with a simple but sincere thank you. The positive energy and joy on campus are a direct reflection of the support and encouragement you provide at home. We are so grateful for our partnership with you in creating a successful school experience for every child.

This month we will learn about Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind. This habit is all about starting with a plan! It’s like looking at the picture on a puzzle box before you start putting the pieces together. By thinking about our goal first, we can make better choices to get there.

How to practice it as a family:

  • Set Simple Goals: At the start of the week, talk about one thing each family member wants to accomplish. It could be finishing a book, practicing a skill, or completing a chore without being reminded.

  • "What Does 'Done' Look Like?": Before starting a task like cleaning a room or doing a school project, ask your child, "What will this look like when it's finished?" This helps them create a clear picture of their goal.

  • Create a Family Mission Statement: Work together to write down a few sentences about what your family values, such as "We are kind, we try our best, and we help each other." This statement acts as your family's ultimate "end in mind."

CELEBRATIONS:

  • Did you know we have a special recognition for students who show exceptional leadership and kindness? Our "Above & Beyond Leader" award honors students for actions like helping a peer, supporting a friend, or being a safety role model. Recognized students get to make a proud call home and are celebrated at our Friday assembly. We are thrilled to announce that 32 incredible students have already earned this honor so far this year! Way to go, Tigers!

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize? Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

 

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

  • DSES Science Fair Club Click Here for more information

  • At Dripping Springs Elementary, we believe that families are essential partners in every child’s education. Here's how Family Involvement and Family Engagement both play important, but different, roles in supporting student success.

  • Interim 1B grade reports were posted to Family Access for grades 3-12 on 9/25/25.

  • Advanced Academics Information Night & GT Testing: An Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Parent Information Night will be held on Tuesday, September 30th, from 5:30-6:30pm at the CL&L to guide families in knowing how to request testing for gifted and talented services in DSISD. The window for parents to request GT testing is open from October 1, 2025, through November 14, 2025. For additional information, and to access the referral link on October 1st or after, please visit the DSISD Gifted and Talented website. 

  • 2025-26 DSISD Taxpayer Tuesdays DSISD has announced its 2025-26 schedule for Taxpayer Tuesdays! This community series offers parents and community members an inside look at district operations and finances, student programs and achievements, campus tours, and conversations with district leaders. Each session features a presentation on a key topic and a campus tour. Register at dsisdtx.us/taxpayertuesdays or scan the QR code in the image. We hope to see you there!

  • We’d love for you to join us for Books & Breakfast at DSE! Come enjoy a light breakfast and spend some quality time reading with your child before the school day begins. Monday, October 6th, 7:10 am-7:35 am, DSE CL&I Breakfast will be provided by our amazing DSE PTA.  It’s a cozy way to start the day—together with stories and smiles! Please click here to RSVP.  This will allow us to have plenty of food for everyone, and we can have your visitor badge printed before you arrive, so you can spend more time reading!We hope to see you there!

  • Please RSVP for our Leader in Me Family Training on Friday, October 6th, from 8-11 am at DSE in Room 310. This interactive workshop will give you the tools and shared language to bring the 7 Habits to life at home.There is an in-person opportunity or an opportunity to receive the podcast version. Please let us know what you prefer when you RSVP.

    • What are the 7 Habits? The 7 Habits are a simple, powerful framework for personal and family leadership.

 

UPCOMING DATES:

 

REMINDERS:

  • Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items Here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, & camp champions

PTA NEWS:

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

9/18/2025

We had another fantastic week of learning at DSE! It's hard to believe October is just around the corner, the school year is flying by in the best way possible. We're excited for all the fun the new month will bring. Have a wonderful end to your week!

CELEBRATIONS:

  • Wednesday, September 24th our Student Lighthouse Team will represent DSE in the DSHS Homecoming Parade!  We hope to see you there cheering on our TIGERS!

  • Mrs. Raymond and Mrs. Savarino has been visiting classrooms with a fun read aloud.  Ask your students about the Raymond Read Aloud and Storytime with Savarino.

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize?Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

  • Campus and Parent Compact- please review and let us know if you have any questions. 

  • DSES Science Fair Club Click Here for more information

  • Important Attendance Information: For state reporting purposes, September 25th is the deadline to submit all dr notes for our first 6 weeks reporting period 8/13/25-9/19/25

  • At Dripping Springs Elementary, we believe that families are essential partners in every child’s education. Here's how Family Involvement and Family Engagement both play important, but different, roles in supporting student success.

  • Advanced Academics Information Night & GT Testing: An Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Parent Information Night will be held on Tuesday, September 30th, from 5:30-6:30pm at the CL&L to guide families in knowing how to request testing for gifted and talented services in DSISD. The window for parents to request GT testing is open from October 1, 2025, through November 14, 2025. For additional information, and to access the referral link on October 1st or after, please visit the DSISD Gifted and Talented website. 

  • We’d love for you to join us for Books & Breakfast at DSE!Come enjoy a light breakfast and spend some quality time reading with your child before the school day begins. Monday, October 6th, 7:10 am-7:35 am, DSE CL&I Breakfast will be provided by our amazing DSE PTA.  It’s a cozy way to start the day—together with stories and smiles! Please click here to RSVP.  This will allow us to have plenty of food for everyone, and we can have your visitor badge printed before you arrive, so you can spend more time reading!We hope to see you there!

  • 2025-26 DSISD Student Handbook / Code of Conduct: The Dripping Springs ISD Student Code of Conduct for the 2025-26 school year was approved by the Board of Trustees at the August 25th board meeting. The DSISD Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook are complementary documents with the Code of Conduct providing detailed policy and the Handbook providing general guidance. These documents are updated annually to provide updated policies, guidance, and clarity. Parents and students are encouraged to review the documents to understand expectations for student behavior. 

  • Please RSVP for our Leader in Me Family Training on Friday, October 6th, from 8-11 am at DSE in Room 310. This interactive workshop will give you the tools and shared language to bring the 7 Habits to life at home.There is an in-person opportunity or an opportunity to receive the podcast version. Please let us know what you prefer when you RSVP.

    • What are the 7 Habits? The 7 Habits are a simple, powerful framework for personal and family leadership. Here's a quick look at the habits we'll be exploring together:

  • Habit 1: Be Proactive® (You're in Charge of You) - We are responsible for our own choices and happiness.

  • Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind® (Have a Plan) - We create a vision for our family and set goals together.

  • Habit 3: Put First Things First® (Work First, Then Play) - We focus on what's most important.

  • Habit 4: Think Win-Win® (Everyone Can Win) - We find solutions where everyone in the family feels respected and happy.

  • Habit 5: Seek First to Understand...® (Listen Before You Talk) - We listen with our hearts to truly understand each other.

  • Habit 6: Synergize® (Together is Better) - We work as a team to create better ideas and solve problems.

  • Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw® (Balance Feels Best) - We take care of our family's well-being—our bodies, hearts, brains, and spirits.

 

UPCOMING DATES:

REMINDERS:

  • Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items Here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, & camp champions

PTA NEWS:

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

9/11/2025

As we wrap up another great week, we want to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for our amazing families. Whether it was ensuring a smooth morning drop-off, helping with reading or math facts, or simply asking your child about their day, your engagement makes a profound difference. Thank you for being our essential partners in your child's education.

CELEBRATIONS:

  • Our campus filled our School-Wide BRAG board by showing safe, respectful, and responsible behavior! We will celebrate on Friday with a FREE SIT LUNCH in the cafeteria.

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize?Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

  • CL&I September Newsletter

  • Counselors Newsletter

  • Pay for student Fees, Lost Books, and webstore items Here! Activity fees include field trips, buses, & camp champions

  • We’d love for you to join us for Books & Breakfast at DSE!Come enjoy a light breakfast and spend some quality time reading with your child before the school day begins. Monday, October 6th, 7:10 am-7:35 am, DSE CL&I Breakfast will be provided by our amazing DSE PTA.  It’s a cozy way to start the day—together with stories and smiles! Please click here to RSVP.  This will allow us to have plenty of food for everyone, and we can have your visitor badge printed before you arrive, so you can spend more time reading!We hope to see you there!

  • Please RSVP for our Leader in Me Family Training on Friday, October 6th, from 8-11 am at DSE in Room 310. This interactive workshop will give you the tools and shared language to bring the 7 Habits to life at home.There is an in-person opportunity or an opportunity to receive the podcast version. Please let us know what you prefer when you RSVP.

    • What are the 7 Habits? The 7 Habits are a simple, powerful framework for personal and family leadership. Here's a quick look at the habits we'll be exploring together:

  • Habit 1: Be Proactive® (You're in Charge of You) - We are responsible for our own choices and happiness.

  • Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind® (Have a Plan) - We create a vision for our family and set goals together.

  • Habit 3: Put First Things First® (Work First, Then Play) - We focus on what's most important.

  • Habit 4: Think Win-Win® (Everyone Can Win) - We find solutions where everyone in the family feels respected and happy.

  • Habit 5: Seek First to Understand...® (Listen Before You Talk) - We listen with our hearts to truly understand each other.

  • Habit 6: Synergize® (Together is Better) - We work as a team to create better ideas and solve problems.

  • Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw® (Balance Feels Best) - We take care of our family's well-being—our bodies, hearts, brains, and spirits.

 

UPCOMING DATES:

 

REMINDERS:

  • SB 12 Health and Counseling Services Notification and Consent Requirement

In order for your student to receive any medical services (beyond cases of life-threatening injury or illness) or undergo assessments related to suicidal ideation and/or school belonging, parents must provide explicit consent for their child(ren) to receive services. ​To give or deny your consent, please log in to Skyward Family Access before Wednesday, September 17. You will be automatically prompted to complete the forms when you log in to Skyward Family Access.

If no consent form is completed, or if you deny consent:

  • Nurses, trainers, or district staff cannot provide medical care for non-emergencies.

  • Parents will be contacted immediately to pick up their child for any non-life-threatening illness or injury.

  • Students sent home for suspected illness may not return without a note from a licensed healthcare provider confirming they are not ill or contagious.

  • Students referred for suicidal ideation will not be permitted to be assessed by our counseling and licensed mental health professionals.

PTA NEWS:

  • Save the date for our first PTA meeting of the year: September 16th at 8 am in the cafeteria!

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

 

9/4/25

A huge thank you to our amazing DSE families for a wonderful start to the school year! We know the first few weeks are a flurry of new routines and schedules, and we're so grateful for your partnership in making it a smooth and positive transition for our students. Your support at home is the foundation of the learning that happens in our classrooms, and we couldn't do this without you. Wishing you a fantastic week ahead! 

CELEBRATIONS:

  • Our students and staff are loving the refreshed classrooms, complete with new paint, floors, and brighter lighting that create a warm and inviting space for learning. This positive energy continues right from the moment students arrive, and we want to extend a huge thank you to our families for their partnership in helping us achieve a significant decrease in late arrivals. The new attendance zoning has also brought wonderful changes, including a calmer, more spacious feel in our hallways and common areas. It has been incredible to see so many new friendships blossom as our community comes together. Thank you for helping us make these first few weeks so successful! 

  • TIGER STRIPES SHOUTOUT: Are you seeing fantastic learning or leadership you'd like to recognize?Complete a Tiger Stripes Shoutout for staff!

 

CAMPUS/ DISTRICT NEWS:

“Compared to children with average attendance, chronically absent students gained 14 percent fewer literacy skills in kindergarten, and 15 percent fewer literacy skills and 12 percent fewer mathematics skills in first grade, based on analysis of a nationally representative data set,” (Ready 2010). from Balfanz and Burns, 2012)

  • We’d love for you to join us for Books & Breakfast at DSE!Come enjoy a light breakfast and spend some quality time reading with your child before the school day begins. Monday, October 6th, 7:10 am-7:35 am, DSE CL&I Breakfast will be provided by our amazing DSE PTA.  It’s a cozy way to start the day—together with stories and smiles! Please click here to RSVP.  This will allow us to have plenty of food for everyone, and we can have your visitor badge printed before you arrive, so you can spend more time reading!We hope to see you there!

 

UPCOMING DATES:

 

REMINDERS:

  • Please use designated crosswalks to cross in our parking lot.

  • As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize the crucial role that regular school attendance plays in your child's educational journey. Missing school, even for short periods, can significantly negatively impact your child's learning and development.  Even one absence a month or 2 in a semester can have negative consequences for learning and well-being.  This year our goal is to STRIVE FOR 5-  each student will strive to have 5 or fewer absences for the 2025-2026 school year. How to report a student absence send an email to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us or Log on to Family Access. One of our Wildly Important Goals is to improve our attendance. Read this handout for some strategies to SUPPORT HEALTHY ATTENDANCE HABITS!

  • DSES PTA is here to support students, families, and staff.  Join our social media groups to stay informed! Dripping Springs Elementary School PTA on Facebook

PTA NEWS:

  • Save the date for our first PTA meeting of the year: September 16th at 8 am in the cafeteria!

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

  • Mandatory ROOM PARENT training will be held on September 9th at 5 pm. At least one room parent from each class must attend. 

8/29/25

The month of September, our school will be focusing on Habit 1: Be Proactive. This important habit is about taking responsibility for your choices and actions. It means choosing your response to a situation, rather than simply reacting without thinking. Being proactive is about understanding that you are in control of your own life and that your choices shape your future.

You can help your child practice being proactive at home with these simple tips:

  • Use proactive language: Encourage your child to say, "I can choose to..." or "I am responsible for..." instead of "He made me..." or "I have to."

  • Create a sense of responsibility: Give your child specific chores or tasks and allow them to take ownership. Let them choose when and how they will complete the task, within reason.

  • Discuss choices and consequences: When a situation arises, talk with your child about the choices they made and how those choices led to a particular outcome. Help them understand that they have the power to make different choices next time.

  • Encourage problem-solving: Instead of jumping in to fix a problem, ask your child, "What can you do to solve this?" This empowers them to think of their own solutions.

We are so excited to see our students grow in their ability to be proactive, and we appreciate your support in reinforcing these skills at home.

  1. Mark your calendars for a Staff/Student Holiday on Monday, September 1st.  Enjoy the 3-day weekend!

  2. Please plan to join us for our first Principal Coffee of the year on Friday, September 2nd at 8 am. We hope to see you there!

  3. We look forward to seeing you this evening (AUG. 28)  at Parent Orientation. 

    1. 1st and 2nd grade 4:45-5:30

    2. 3rd and 4th grade 5:30-6:15

    3. 5th grade- 6:15-7

  4. Please use designated crosswalks to cross in our parking lot.

  5. As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize the crucial role that regular school attendance plays in your child's educational journey. Missing school, even for short periods, can significantly negatively impact your child's learning and development.  Even one absence a month or 2 in a semester can have negative consequences for learning and well-being.  This year our goal is to STRIVE FOR 5-  each student will strive to have 5 or fewer absences for the 2025-2026 school year. How to report a student absence send an email to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us or Log on to Family Access. One of our Wildly Important Goals is to improve our attendance. Read this handout for some strategies to SUPPORT HEALTHY ATTENDANCE HABITS!

  6. September 8- 12 is NATIONAL ATTENDANCE AWARENESS WEEK! Let’s do our best to attend school EVERYDAY!  Here are our dress up days to bring daily awareness!

    1. “Compared to children with average attendance, chronically absent students gained 14 percent fewer literacy skills in kindergarten, and 15 percent fewer literacy skills and 12 percent fewer mathematics skills in first grade, based on analysis of a nationally representative data set,” (Ready 2010). from Balfanz and Burns, 2012)

  7. Mileage Team starts on Friday, September 12th!. 

  8. Subs R’ Us Training -COME JOIN US!

  9. Join Girl Scouts! 

  10. Kids College Fall 2025

  11. Mark your calendars Picture Day is on September 17th. Picture Day ID: EVTVXNVP6  Click here to order!  

  12. Peanut butter bowl challenge that will benefit local food banks that continue to help families who are in need in our community.Online donations are at https://peanutbutterbowl.com/online-donation-form/ . Choose Dripping Springs Tigers in the dropdown menu, and every $2 donated = 1 jar of peanut butter.

  13. DSES PTA is here to support students, families, and staff.  Join our social media groups to stay informed! Dripping Springs Elementary School PTA on Facebook

PTA NEWS:

  • Save the date for our first PTA meeting of the year: September 16th at 8 am in the cafeteria!

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • Order your FREE class shirt HERE! Class shirts will be worn on field trips, field day, and leadership day. The deadline to place your order is September 3rd. *You must create an account on the website before placing your order.*

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

  • Mandatory ROOM PARENT training will be held on September 9th at 5 pm. At least one room parent from each class must attend. 

8/21/25

Welcome back, DSE families! We are so excited for a new school year and are incredibly grateful for your partnership. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Welcome Back Breakfast last week. It was wonderful to see so many of you and your children, and we were so happy with the great turnout!

We'd love to continue the conversation. Please plan to join us for our first Principal Coffee of the year on Friday, September 2nd at 8 am. We hope to see you there!

  1. As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize the crucial role that regular school attendance plays in your child's educational journey. Missing school, even for short periods, can significantly negatively impact your child's learning and development.  Even one absence a month or 2 in a semester can have negative consequences for learning and well-being.  This year our goal is to STRIVE FOR 5-  each student will strive to have 5 or fewer absences for the 2025-2026 school year. How to report a student absence send an email to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us or Log on to Family Access. One of our Wildly Important Goals is to improve our attendance.

  2. DSISD implements the Standard Response Protocol. Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is our highest priority. We regularly practice a variety of emergency drills throughout the school year. Please be advised that we have scheduled our annual lockdown drill for August 28 at 9:00 a.m. This specific drill will be conducted in partnership with Hays County first responders. During this time, you can expect to see multiple emergency vehicles and personnel on and around the campus. These exercises are crucial for preparing our students and staff for potential emergencies and for strengthening our coordination with local public safety officials. 

  3. To receive updated information about all the wonderful things that are happening on our campus, follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

  4. Subs R’ Us Training -COME JOIN US!

  5. District Parent Book Study with LMHP

  6. `House Bill 6 Flyer

  7. School Reminders:

    1. Pay for student field trips, fees, lost books, and webstore items HERE

    2. How to Report an All-Day Absence? Click HERE for more information.

    3. Picking up a student early? If students must leave school early for an afternoon appointment, please pick them up from the front office no later than 2:30 p.m.

  8. When You Support, Your Teacher WINS!

  1. Peanut butter bowl challenge that will benefit local food banks that continue to help families who are in need in our community.Online donations are at https://peanutbutterbowl.com/online-donation-form/ . Choose Dripping Springs Tigers in the dropdown menu, and every $2 donated = 1 jar of peanut butter.

  2. Mark your calendars for a Staff/Student Holiday on Monday, September 1st.  Enjoy the 3-day weekend!

  3. Scout Me In Pack 101 - Fall Recruiting Events 

  4. DSES PTA is here to support students, families, and staff.  Join our social media groups to stay informed! Dripping Springs Elementary School PTA on Facebook

PTA NEWS:

  • Save the date for our first PTA meeting of the year: September 16th at 8 am in the cafeteria!

  • Follow the DSE PTA on FACEBOOK and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates and announcements.

  • JOIN THE PTA TODAY! PTA dues are a small annual fee that makes you a member and helps fund programs, events, and resources for our school and kids.

  • JOIN A PTA COMMITTEE! The PTA has a committee for everyone, from fundraising and events, to outdoor classroom and chicken coop, to spelling bee and book fair! We are also actively seeking new Committee Chairs for many open positions! 

  • Order your FREE class shirt HERE! Class shirts will be worn on field trips, field day, and leadership day. The deadline to place your order is September 3rd. *You must create an account on the website before placing your order.*

  • The TIGER SPIRIT SHOP is open! Orders will be delivered to your child’s classroom within 3-4 days of purchase.

  • We are collecting pictures for the yearbook! Add your pictures HERE! Note specific folders for certain grades, events, activities, etc.

  • Mandatory ROOM PARENT training will be held on September 9th at 5 pm. At least one room parent from each class must attend. 

8/14/25

We are off to an absolutely incredible start, and it's all thanks to you!

Thank you for your partnership in making this first week of school a huge success. The energy, enthusiasm, and joy our students brought with them filled our halls with so much positivity. We are so grateful for your support and for trusting us with your amazing children. We can't wait to see all the wonderful things this year will bring!

  1. Parents, please join us Friday, August 15th, from 8- 8:45 am as we celebrate our first week of learning!  This is hosted in our Cafeteria.   This is an informal meet and greet! 

  2. As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to emphasize the crucial role that regular school attendance plays in your child's educational journey. Missing school, even for short periods, can significantly negatively impact your child's learning and development.  Even one absence a month or 2 in a semester can have negative consequences for learning and well-being.  This year our goal is to STRIVE FOR 5-  each student will strive to have 5 or fewer absences for the 2025-2026 school year.

  3. DSISD implements the Standard Response Protocol. Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is our highest priority. We regularly practice a variety of emergency drills throughout the school year. Please be advised that we have scheduled our annual lockdown drill for August 28 at 9:00 a.m. This specific drill will be conducted in partnership with Hays County first responders. During this time, you can expect to see multiple emergency vehicles and personnel on and around the campus. These exercises are crucial for preparing our students and staff for potential emergencies and for strengthening our coordination with local public safety officials. 

  4. How to report a student absence send an email to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us or Log on to Family Access. One of our Wildly Important Goals is to improve our attendance.

  5. To receive updated information about all the wonderful things that are happening on our campus, follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

  6. Subs R’ Us Training 

  7. District Parent Book Study with LMHP

  8. When You Support, Your Teacher WINS!

  1. Mark your calendars for a Staff/Student Holiday on Monday, September 1st.  Enjoy the 3-day weekend!

  2. DSES PTA is here to support students, families, and staff.  Join our social media groups to stay informed! Dripping Springs Elementary School PTA on Facebook

8/1/25

Welcome to Dripping Springs Elementary!  

  1. New school hours this year!  School begins at 7:40 am and ends at 3:05 pm.  DSE will open for students at 7:10 am (adjusted from 7:00 am to allow for staff arrival).  THANK YOU!

  2. Texas House Bill 1481 Implementation for 2025-26 School Year- Please review here.

  3. Middle & High School Students: Volunteer Opportunities! Are you available to volunteer next year? Here are two opportunities to get involved Classroom Teacher Support and PTA School Supplies Volunteer 

  4.  Check out this critical Arrival and Dismissal Plan for DSES.  Dismissal plans consist of bus riders, daycare bus riders, car riders, Kids Club, and a walk-up procedure called Tiger Lair.  Click here to learn about the Tiger Lair process.  Thank you for doing your part to keep our Tigers healthy and safe.  DSE uses  School Dismissal Manager as our transportation system for daily dismissal plans, an action will be required once our system has updated school rosters.  We will send information for new families to create their account and returning families to update accounts as needed.  We will start with this system beginning on the first day of school. Stay Tuned!

  5. Please visit our website here for school supplies and campus information.

  6. ATTENTION KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES:  Join us on August 10th from 4-5 pm at the Dripping Springs Elementary GYM A for our Kindergarten Signing Day!!  Say hello to friends you know and meet some new ones!

  7. PK and Kindergarten Parent Orientation is on Monday, August 11, beginning at 4:30.  This is a formal presentation rather than a come-and-go event.

  8. IF YOU ARE NEW, 1st-5th graders, we welcome you to come to a school tour and meet the principal and assistant principal on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 5:30.

  9. Please join us for Meet the Teacher on August 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  This is a come-and-go event, and we look forward to seeing you!

  10.  *Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade parents are welcome to walk their children to their classrooms on the first day of school. Parents will be given a Visitor’s Badge and will enter through the front doors.  Beginning Thursday, August 14th, all students are expected to walk to their classrooms from either the cafeteria or the gym with their teachers, or from the school's front entrance.  Multiple staff members will be present throughout the campus to support our learners as they make their way to their classrooms. PRE-K, KINDERGARTEN, & 1ST GRADE PARENTS: ON AUGUST 11TH FROM 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM, THE 12TH FROM 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM, PARENTS MAY HAVE THEIR ID SCANNED AND GIVEN A BADGE TO EASE THE TRAFFIC IN THE FRONT OFFICE ON THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, AUGUST 13TH.

    *All 2ND- 5th grade parents are welcome to escort their children to the front of the building, but then kiss and hug them so they are off to their classroom ready for learning.  This procedure encourages students’ self-esteem and independence by getting the school day started on their own. Teachers appreciate the uninterrupted instructional time by getting to work as soon as they enter the classroom as a whole group. Thank you for supporting the safety and security of our school community.

  11. Parents, please join us Friday, August 15th, from 8- 8:45 am as we celebrate our first week of learning!  This is hosted in our Cafeteria.   This is an informal meet and greet! 

  12. How to report a student absence send an email to dsesattendance@dsisdtx.us or Log on to Family Access.

  13.  Dripping Springs practices Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).  Please click here for information in regards to our PBIS systems.  In addition, we are in our 11th year of Leader in Me.  Each month, we will learn and review one habit.  During August, we will learn about our Core Beliefs. Click here for more information.

  14. We will begin with Habit One: Be Proactive in September. Habit 1: Be Proactive, which is about taking responsibility for your life. Proactive people recognize that they are “response-able.” They don’t blame circumstances, conditions, or conditioning for their behavior. They know they can choose their behavior. Reactive people, on the other hand, are often affected by their physical environment. They find external sources to blame for their behavior. If the weather is good, they feel good. If it isn’t, it affects their attitude and performance, and they blame the weather. A proactive person uses proactive language—I can, I will, I prefer, etc. A reactive person uses reactive language—I can’t, I have to, if only. Reactive people believe they are not responsible for what they say and do—they have no choice.

  15. To receive updated information about all the wonderful things that are happening on our campus, follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

  16.  Skyward Message Blasts: Communication between school and home is critical. Weekly message blasts will be sent from Mrs. Raymond (DSESnews@dsisdtx.us). Please be sure your email address is up to date. If you need support, please contact our front office at 512.858.3711.

  17.  Health Services Counseling Services  

  18. Here is our Calendar of Events for 25-26.  Please note events are subject to change.  All changes will be communicated.   Please note there are 2 Early Release Days this school year.  School ends at noon on these designated days.  These days are still days of learning, and your child(ren) must attend school on December 19 and May 22.

  19. Mark your calendars for a Staff/Student Holiday on Monday, September 1st.  Enjoy the 3-day weekend!

  20. DSES PTA is here to support students, families, and staff.  Join our social media groups to stay informed! Dripping Springs Elementary School PTA on Facebook

 

DSES Mission:  We are Leaders!  We Love! We Inspire!  We Motivate!