Hello Panthers,
We could not be more proud of our students and staff! These STAAR results are a reflection of the hard work and determination that our Panthers bring every single day. From our classrooms to our hallways, we have seen students rise to challenges, and our educators go above and beyond to help them succeed.
While we are celebrating these accomplishments and the growth they represent, we know this is just one step in our journey. We are grateful to everyone who played a part in this success, and we are excited to keep building on it together so that Follett can be a premier school district for our community. The future is bright, and we can't wait to see what our Panthers achieve next year!
Proud to be a Panther,
Mrs. Snell
We are proud to announce that the senior class has earned an outstanding $391,520 in scholarships and awards. Their hard work, dedication, and perseverance have truly paid off, and we can’t wait to see all they accomplish in the future.
The FISD Board of Trustees would like to get your input as we conduct the search for our next superintendent. Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey. The survey will close on June 2nd at 4:00.
Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlKtaqMjkE4OFZK3JS2jgWi36KoWXe46sPaljeQKVzHHZL1Q/viewform
Tomorrow, Thursday, April 30, 2026, we will have an early release at 2:00 PM due to Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Please plan accordingly for student pickup and transportation. We look forward to connecting with families!
📢 FIELD DAY SHIRT REMINDER!
We want to see a "Sea of Red" on May 19th in honor of Evan Snell! ❤️ For the first time, shirts are available to everyone, with all proceeds going to the Asthma Foundation of America.
🛒 Order here: https://gogandy.com/follett-field-day-2026
🚨 DEADLINES:
• Online store closes: April 29 @ 11:59 PM
• Final paper orders due: April 30 @ 10:00 AM
Don’t miss out!
Reminder for parents of 8th–11th grade students: We will have a mandatory meeting TONIGHT at 5:30 PM in the auditorium to share important information about our RPEP opportunity. We look forward to seeing you there!
We will follow this meeting up with a dual credit meeting at 6:30 pm. Frank Phillips College staff will be on hand to answer any questions you have for the upcoming year!
Reminder: Our 3rd–7th grade students will be taking their STAAR Math assessment tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27. Since this is our second round of testing, the schedule will follow the same "Late Start" format as before.
🕘 Schedule Update
3rd–7th Graders: Normal start time.
All Other Grades: Late start at 12:00 PM.
✅ Quick Prep Checklist
Help your student feel confident and ready by checking off these three things tonight:
💤 Rest: Aim for an early bedtime.
🍳 Fuel: A healthy breakfast makes a huge difference.
💪 Encourage: Remind them to take their time and stay focused!
Good luck to all our math superstars! We know you'll do great! 🌟
https://gogandy.com/follett-2026-track-regionals
Follett ISD students and families, this is a reminder that tomorrow we will be administering:
🧪 5th Grade Science STAAR
🧪 8th Grade Science STAAR
🔬 9th Grade Biology End-of-Course (EOC) Exam
Please help your student be prepared for success by making sure they:
✔️ Charge their device fully tonight
✔️ Get a good night’s rest
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning
We appreciate your support in helping our students do their very best. Let’s have a great testing day! 💪📚
Tomorrow, Monday, April 13, is an important day on campus as our students in Grades 3 through 7 begin their STAAR testing. Please take a moment to review the schedule changes:
📝 Testing Students (Grades 3–7)
Arrival: Please arrive at the regular school start time.
Preparation: We encourage all testers to get a good night's sleep and eat a healthy breakfast so they are rested and ready to do their best!
⏰ Non-Testing Students (All Other Grades)
Late Start: All other grade levels will have a late start.
Arrival: Students in these grades should arrive on campus at 12:00 PM.
🍴 Lunch Information
Lunch will be served to all students, regardless of their testing schedule or arrival time.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us create a quiet, supportive environment for our testers. Good luck to all our 3rd–7th graders!
We are incredibly proud to announce that Wyatt has been selected for this highly competitive, four-year scholarship to attend Texas Tech University starting this fall. The Thoma Scholars Program recognizes students from across West Texas who demonstrate exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to their communities.
This prestigious award covers the full cost of attendance—including tuition, housing, and even study abroad opportunities—while providing Wyatt with a comprehensive support system for leadership development and career exploration.
Please join us in celebrating Wyatt's incredible achievement!
#FollettPanthers #ThomaScholar #TexasTech #WreckEm #ClassOf2026
