GLE Newsletter

Posted Date: 11/08/26 (06:00 PM)

A Note From the Principal

November 8, 2026

Dear Wildcat Families,

November is off to a wonderful start, and our Wildcats are continuing to work hard and celebrate their progress! It's exciting to see our students taking ownership of their learning and growing more confident in their abilities each day. Every day is another opportunity to learn, grow, and get better!

This week, we are especially excited to celebrate and honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Our Veterans Day Program on Thursday, November 12, under the direction of Mr. Childs, is a special opportunity for our students to show their gratitude and appreciation for our veterans. We look forward to sharing this meaningful celebration with our community!

We are also looking ahead to our Thanksgiving Lunches next week! We can't wait to welcome our families to campus for this special tradition and our first Thanksgiving celebration in our new building!

As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to share how thankful I am for our students, staff, and families. Greenleaf is a special place because of the people who fill it every day!

Here's to another wonderful week of learning and growing together!

With Wildcat Pride,

Sonya Simpson

Principal of Greenleaf Elementary

Attendance Matters

11/2 - 11/6 Percentage: 94%

PK: 91.3%

K: 93.1%

1st: 95.0%

2nd: 91.3%

3rd: 95.8%

4th: 94.1%

5th: 95.6%

When students attend school regularly, they build confidence, strengthen friendships, and develop skills that help them reach their goals. Thank you, families, for making attendance a priority. Together, we are building bright futures, one school day at a time!

Upcoming Events

Week 2

11/9-11/11 Food Drive (See Flyer)

11-9 GT Field Trip 1st-5th Grade

11-9 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-10 Kinder Field Trip

11-10 Choir Practice 7:15 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.

11-10 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-10 Robotics Practice 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

11-11 1st Grade Field Trip

11-11 UIL Art Practice @ 7:15 am-8:00 am

11-11 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-11 UIL Writing Club Practice @ 4:30 pm-5:30pm

11-11 UIL Spelling Practice @ 4:30 pm-5:30 pm

11-12 Choir Practice 7:15 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.

11-12 5th Grade Veterans Day Performance (click on the flyer to fill out the Google Form)

11-13 World Kindness Day - Wear Yellow

11-13 Cats for Christ 7:15 am - 7:50 am

Click on the Thanksgiving flyer to preregister for your child's Thanksgiving lunch. Pre-registration closes Monday 11/16 @ 12 pm

Week 2

11-16 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-16 School Board Meeting @ GLE at 7:00 pm

11-17 Choir Practice 7:15 a.m. - 8:10 a.m

11-17 5th Grade Field Trip

11-17 Thanksgiving Lunches (3rd, 4th, & Mrs. McCleland)

11-17 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-17 Robotics Practice 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

11-18 UIL Art Practice @ 7:15 am-8:00 am

11-18 Thanksgiving Lunches (Kinder, 2nd, Mrs. Cooper)

11-18 Student Council Meeting @ 4:30-5:30 pm

11-18 UIL Spelling Practice @ 4:30 pm-5:30 pm

11-18 UIL Writing Club Practice @ 4:30 pm-5:30 pm

11-19 Choir Practice 7:15 a.m. - 8:10 a.m

11-19 Thanksgiving Lunches (PreK, 1st, 5th, Mrs. Jones)

11-20 Cats for Christ 7:15 am - 7:50 am

11-20 Substitute Appreciation Day

For a full calendar, visit the District Calendar website.

Week's Top Scoring House: Jaguars!

Congratulations to the Generous Jaguars!

Campus Spotlight

Principal for a Day

On Thursday, Greenleaf Elementary was proud to welcome members of the Greater EMC Chamber for Principal for a Day! Our special guests had the opportunity to visit classrooms, connect with our amazing students and teachers, and get a firsthand look at what it takes to lead our campus each day! We loved sharing all the wonderful things happening at Greenleaf and giving our guests a glimpse of what makes our school so special! Thank you to the Greater EMC Chamber for spending the day with us and supporting our Wildcats!

💛 Celebrate World Kindness Day – Friday, November 13th! 💛

Kindness makes the world a brighter place! Join us in celebrating World Kindness Day on Friday, November 13th, by spreading positivity, showing compassion, and sharing a little extra kindness with those around you. We invite all students and staff to wear yellow in honor of the day! Let's brighten our school with a splash of yellow and remind everyone that even the smallest act of kindness can make a BIG difference!

Big Ideas Start in Our Classrooms!

Behind every creative classroom idea is a teacher who wants to give students something special. The Splendora ISD Education Foundation helps bring those ideas to life through educator grants funded by generous donors and community partners. Thank you to everyone who helps create more opportunities for our Wildcats to learn, explore, and grow!

Want to see community support in action? Follow us for classroom stories, student opportunities, and ways to get involved!

Facebook: Splendora ISD Education Foundation
Instagram: @splendoraeducationfoundation
X: @SISDEFoundation
LinkedIn: Splendora ISD Education Foundation

Flyers

Reminders

Daily Schedule

Doors Open: 7:50 a.m.
Classes Begin: 8:35 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 8:40 a.m.
Absent After: 9:31 a.m.
Dismissal: 4:10 p.m.

Arrival and Dismissal Notes

Students arriving late must be signed in by a parent with valid ID.
All transportation changes must be submitted in writing by 2:30 p.m.
Email changes to: rasanchez@splendoraisd.org
Phone calls are not accepted.
Early checkouts must occur before 3:30 p.m. After that time, all students must be picked up through the car rider line.

Meals

Breakfast and lunch are free for all students.
Parents may eat with their child in the cafeteria on days the campus isn't closed to visitors.
Please only bring food for your child due to allergy concerns.

Attendance Policy

Students must attend school regularly per state law.
Send a note with full name, date, and parent signature upon return.
3 parent notes are allowed per semester; doctor’s notes may be submitted any time.

Deliveries

Food deliveries from vendors (DoorDash, etc.) are not allowed.
Items like forgotten lunches may be dropped off in the front office.

Volunteers

To become a volunteer or attend a field trip with your child, complete your volunteer application TODAY.
Interested in helping? Contact Mrs. Roxanna Sanchez at 281-689-8020.
All volunteers must submit a background check.

Dress Code

Greenleaf does not require uniforms.
All attire should meet SISD’s Student Code of Conduct. Administration may request a change of clothing if needed.

Cat Compliments

Recognize a staff member by filling out a Cat Compliment. Your praise lifts spirits and supports our positive culture!

24050 Bright Sunshine

Splendora TX 77372

Phone: 281-689-8020