Happy Sunday, Mustang Family! 💙🐴
This week’s Stang Standard is here, bringing you the latest celebrations and upcoming events from across Friendswood ISD!
🗓️ Reminder: Fall Break continues, students return on October 21st.
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Stay connected, stay informed, and have a great week, Mustangs!
Friendswood ISD invites parents and caregivers to join us for an evening focused on understanding and supporting children with dyslexia.
Katherine Waindel, Region 4 Dyslexia Coordinator, will share practical strategies families can use at home and at school to help children build confidence, resilience, and self-advocacy.
📅 Tuesday, October 27
🍽️ Dinner: 5:30–6 p.m.
📖 Presentation: 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 FISD Annex, 402 Laurel Dr., Training Room 1
🔗 RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWejefeVIFZnT_K-x0uloW3AXfyIWhH1vHyWn77p4CUcNtkg/viewform
Thank you to Craig and Robin Hall and the Friendswood Education Foundation for sponsoring this parent learning opportunity! 💙
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For more than three decades, Board of Trustee Ralph Hobratschk has given his time, leadership and heart to Friendswood ISD.
Thirty-three years of service represents countless meetings, important decisions, celebrations, challenges and changes, all with one constant at the center: a commitment to the students, staff and families of Friendswood ISD.
Mr. Hobratschk’s dedication to public education and this community has helped shape our district across generations. The impact of his service can be seen not only in where Friendswood ISD is today, but in the thousands of Mustangs who have walked through our doors during his time on the Board.
As we recognize this remarkable milestone, we simply say thank you. Thank you, Mr. Hobratschk, for 33 years of showing up, serving faithfully and always keeping Friendswood ISD close to your heart.
Your legacy will forever be part of ours. 💙🤍
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🌟 October Celebration of Excellence 🌟
At our October Board Meeting, Friendswood ISD will proudly recognize students whose accomplishments reflect academic excellence, dedication, and a passion for learning.
🎓 National Merit Commended Scholars
We will celebrate our FHS students who earned recognition as National Merit Commended Scholars. Their PSAT/NMSQT performance placed them among the top academic achievers nationwide.
🏅 National Merit Semifinalists
Seven FHS students were named National Merit Semifinalists, a prestigious distinction earned by less than 1% of high school seniors nationwide. We are proud of the hard work and academic achievement this group represents!
🔬 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge Finalist
We will also recognize FHS freshman Myreen Ahsan, one of just 30 finalists nationwide in the 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge. Myreen's research uses computer modeling and machine learning to explore potential targets related to frontotemporal dementia. Later this month, she will travel to Washington, D.C., to compete during Finals Week and represent Friendswood ISD on the national stage!
Congratulations to all of our October Celebration of Excellence honorees! We are incredibly proud of the way you represent FISD! 💙
More photos can be found on our Smug Mug: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/District-/October-Board-Meeting-101226
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💙 Making a Difference at Bales Intermediate! 💙
Each month, Friendswood ISD recognizes employees who bring our FISD Beliefs to life through the work they do for students, staff, and our schools. This month, we are proud to celebrate Erin Nance and Heather Janish from Bales Intermediate!
📚 Erin Nance, Literacy Coach
Erin Nance is passionate about helping both teachers and students grow. She has built meaningful relationships with teachers through instructional coaching while finding creative ways to connect with students, whether through book trivia, goal setting, campus events, or simply lending a hand wherever she is needed. Her joy, collaboration, and commitment to meeting individual needs make a difference at Bales every day.
💙 Heather Janish, Dyslexia Specialist
For 24 years, Heather Janish has served FISD students with expertise, compassion, and care. At Bales, she provides individualized support for students with dyslexia and reading difficulties while working closely with teachers to help students grow. She creates an environment where students feel encouraged, confident, and excited to learn.
Congratulations to Erin Nance and Heather Janish, and thank you for the difference you make in our Mustangs' lives! 👏💙
More photos can be found on our Smug Mug: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/District-/October-Board-Meeting-101226
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Friendswood ISD is excited to welcome Leo Lopez, our new Executive Director of Maintenance and Operations!
Leo brings more than 25 years of experience in operations, maintenance, construction, and project management. Throughout his career, he has led large teams and complex projects with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Construction Management from the University of Houston and is a Certified Associate Constructor.
We are excited to have Leo’s experience and leadership supporting our campuses, students, and staff. Welcome to the Mustang family, Leo! 🐴💙
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🏆 Friendswood ISD Named a CTAT CTE District of Distinction!
For the first time in district history, Friendswood ISD has earned CTAT CTE District of Distinction, recognizing our commitment to excellence in Career and Technical Education!
This prestigious recognition celebrates districts that prepare students for success in college, careers, and beyond through innovative programs, strong leadership, and meaningful industry partnerships.
At the heart of FISD’s CTE program are Executive Director of CTE & Community Partnerships Lexi Kopp and CTE Coordinator Jaime Louviere, whose leadership and vision continue to expand opportunities for our students. Alongside our incredible CTE educators, students, administrators, and community partners, they have helped build a program that connects classroom learning with real-world experiences and future careers.
We are also grateful for the continued support of the Friendswood ISD Education Foundation, whose grants have helped provide resources and opportunities that strengthen CTE learning across the district. This recognition truly reflects a community-wide investment in preparing our students for what comes next.
We are incredibly proud to see Friendswood ISD’s CTE program recognized among the best in Texas! 💙🐴
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FISD Food Services is excited to introduce Classic Fare Catering, now available to FISD staff AND the public! Whether you’re planning a campus gathering, family celebration, or holiday meal, we're here to make it a little easier.
Our Fall Specials include seasonal desserts and crowd-favorite sides like homemade pies, pumpkin cheesecake bars, potatoes au gratin, mac and cheese, stuffing, and more!
🍁 Available Monday–Friday through November 20
🕓 Orders available until 4 p.m. daily
🏫 FISD staff can pick up at FHS or have orders delivered to their campus
🚗 Public orders will be picked up at FHS, with pickup details coordinated after ordering
❄️ Side items come frozen with thawing and cooking instructions; desserts are provided fresh
Ready to order? Visit the ordering site listed on the flyer and select Fall Specials.
Let FISD Food Services take a few things off your plate this fall! 🍎🥧
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Mark your calendars for Dyslexia Parent Night, an opportunity for families to learn more and connect with helpful resources, and Ceramic Night, where our community can get creative and support the arts! 🎨
📖 Read this week’s Stang Standard here: https://canva.link/z011eaajt6p4xgr
Stay connected, get involved, and see all the great things happening across FISD!
What an incredible day for Friendswood ISD! Our Fine Arts students had the honor of taking the stage at the Texas Association of School Boards event to present Rooted in Resilience before school board members and education leaders from across the state.
This was more than a performance. It was an opportunity to showcase the incredible talent of our students, the strength of our Fine Arts programs and the heart of Friendswood ISD on a statewide stage. We could not be more proud!
The occasion was made even more special with Friendswood ISD Board President Tony Hopkins currently serving as TASB President. What a proud moment to see our students representing Friendswood ISD during his year of leadership at the state level. 💙
A HUGE shoutout to Melissa Smith, who directed Rooted in Resilience and brought the vision for this production to life. Alongside our talented Fine Arts directors and staff, countless hours of creativity, collaboration and hard work went into making this performance something truly special.
And most importantly, congratulations to every student who had a hand in bringing Rooted in Resilience to the stage! Whether performing, creating, preparing or working behind the scenes, you represented Friendswood ISD and our Fine Arts programs beautifully. We are incredibly proud of you! 🌟
Today, Texas got a glimpse of what makes Friendswood Fine Arts so special. 💙
More photos can be found on our Smug Mug: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/District-/TASB-Performance-101026
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Bales Intermediate students and staff understood the assignment for National Formal Wear Day! 👔👗 They brought their best looks, big personalities and took school spirit to a whole new level of fancy!
We have to say... they clean up pretty well! 😎👏
📸 See more of today’s dressed-up Mustangs in our SmugMug gallery: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/Bales/National-Formal-Wear-Day-10926
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Windsong Elementary was under the big top this morning for its Mane Event! 🎟️🦁 Students and classes were celebrated for all the positive things happening around campus, with plenty of cheers along the way!
The Spirit Squad brought the energy, students joined in on some fun games, and the crowd showed off some BIG Stallion spirit! 📣🎉
There’s nothing quite like celebrating students and making a little noise for a job well done! 💙
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🪄 PUFFS IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY! 🪄
Opening night of Puffs was pure magic, but don’t worry, Muggles... you still have two more chances to see the show! 💛✨
🎭 Saturday, Oct. 10 | 7 p.m.
🎭 Sunday, Oct. 11 | 2 p.m.
Come root for the Puffs, a group of lovable underdogs who are just trying their best, learning some magic, and reminding us that third place is nothing to be ashamed of! 😂
And what’s a night at wizard school without snacks? Concessions will have themed treats, including Butterbeer and gummy slugs! 🐌✨ Just remember, concessions are CASH ONLY. Even wizards need to carry cash. 😉
🎟️ Grab your tickets at the link below!
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/fisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzYz
📸 See more photos from opening night in our linked SmugMug gallery: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/FHS/Puffs-Opening-Night-10826
Come for the magic. Stay for the Puffs. They may not be brave, smart, or evil... but they’re here! 😂
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Fall Break is just around the corner! Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule for Friendswood ISD:
📚 Thursday, Oct. 15: PSAT/Parent Conference Day- look for campus communication for details!
✏️ PSAT testing is for 10th and 11th grade students only. 8th graders will take the PSAT in the Spring.
🍁 Friday, Oct. 16 & Monday, Oct. 19: No School – Fall Break
💙 Tuesday, Oct. 20: No School – Professional Learning Day
We hope our Mustang families enjoy the upcoming break and some well-deserved time to recharge!
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Friendswood Junior High seventh graders are getting an early look at the possibilities ahead through the new College & Career Exploration course!
Today, students heard from FHS Engineering CTE Student Ambassadors Alyssa Truett and Logan Huber about the Engineering pathway at Friendswood High School, while guest speaker Nick Sturm, Operations Superintendent with ExxonMobil, shared a real-world perspective on careers in engineering. Students even put their learning into action with a hands-on engineering challenge!
Throughout the semester, students will continue exploring each of FHS’s CTE pathways, connecting high school opportunities with future education and career possibilities. Through collaboration with FHS students, staff, and industry professionals, seventh graders are gaining valuable insight as they begin discovering where their own interests could take them!
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Friendswood ISD Communications is excited to welcome Josh Foster to the Mustang Media team! 💙🤍
Josh will be behind the camera throughout the year, capturing the moments, people, and Mustang pride that make Friendswood ISD special.
📷 Want to see Friendswood ISD through Josh’s lens? Follow along with his Mustang Media photo gallery throughout the year: https://fisd.smugmug.com/2026-2027-School-Year/Mustang-Media-Team/FHS--Josh
Welcome to Mustang Media, Josh! We can’t wait to see what you capture. 📸
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Students in Ms. Davies’ Forensic Science class are putting their investigative skills to work as they dive into evidence collection this week. Evidence was placed throughout campus, sending students into the field to carefully locate, document and collect clues just as they would in a real investigation.
But collecting the evidence is only the beginning! Later this week, students will head back to the lab to analyze what they found and compare their evidence to the “victim” as they work to piece together the case.
This is CTE learning in action! Students exploring the Law and Public Service pathway get opportunities to step beyond the textbook and into hands-on labs that bring real-world careers and skills into the classroom.
Future investigators at work! 🔬🔎
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Friendswood Junior High Choir has plenty to sing about! 💙
On Saturday, 61 seventh- and eighth-grade FJH Choir students participated in the TMEA Region 17 Choir Auditions, alongside students from more than 28 area intermediate schools.
After six weeks of preparation, students stepped behind a screen for a blind audition before a panel of judges. When the results were announced, 25 FJH students earned a place in the Region Choir, with two additional students named alternates! Of those selected, 11 earned a Top 5 chair.
Even more impressive, FJH once again had the highest number of students selected from a single school in the entire region! 👏🎵
Congratulations to our talented students and directors Laura Rachita and Christi Adams on this outstanding achievement. A special thank you also goes to the FJH Choir Booster Club and the many parent volunteers who helped FJH host another successful Region 17 audition event!
The Region Choir Concert and Clinic will take place Saturday, Nov. 14, at 4 p.m. at Gloria Dei Church in Clear Lake. Admission is free.
Way to represent FJH, Mustangs! 🎶💙
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🚒 A Special Visit at Cline Elementary! 🚒
Students at Cline Elementary had an incredible morning learning all about fire safety during a special visit from the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department!
The students loved getting a hands-on experience exploring the firetruck, checking out the gear, and learning how firefighters keep our community safe. Seeing the fire truck up close and practicing everyday safety tips made for a memorable, interactive learning experience!
A huge THANK YOU to the dedicated members of the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department for taking the time to visit our school, teach our youngest learners, and keeping Friendswood safe! We appreciate everything you do! ❤️🚒✨
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Did you know that 1 in 5 children are missing a month or more of their school year?
When our students show up, they gain the foundational tools, classroom connection, and routine they need for future success. Consistent attendance is one of the most powerful ways to ensure our students stay on track and succeed.
Let's make every day count, Mustangs! 💙
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