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Welcome to Swenke Elementary School's website! We're thrilled to have you here. For the latest news and announcements at our campus and in CFISD, be sure to check out our News & Announcements page.
News & Announcements
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Reminder: CFISD schools & facilities be closed next week, Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving break. Enjoy a safe and restful break; we will see you back on Dec. 1
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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.
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November and December's character trait is Gratitude. How can you show gratitude this month?
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Oct. 20, 2025—Swenke Elementary School first grade student Lillee Patterson is praised by her teachers for being an exceptional student.
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Let's celebrate Red Ribbon Week during the week of October 27-31!
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We invite parents to join us at the Fun Run!
Registering now to save you time when you arrive. Name sticker will be available to pick up at Gate C for pre-regisrted parents.
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GO GOLD for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
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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.
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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.
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Meet the Teacher is Monday, Aug. 11 from 3:30-5 p.m.
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A new Texas law (House Bill 1481) requires school districts to prohibit student use of all personal communication devices during the school day. Therefore, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is updating its cell phone policy.
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July 24, 2025—CFISD was recently named an Exemplary District of Distinction by the Texas Educational Theatre Association (TxETA). This is the highest designation awarded to individual schools and districts that are making outstanding contributions to raising the standards for theatre education through achievement, curation of resources, diversity and advocacy for theatre arts.
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Be prepared for the 25-26 school year! View the CFISD instructional calendar and mark the important dates on your planner.
The first day of school is August 13.
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New student registration for the 2025–26 school year is now open for students in Pre-K through 12th grade.
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