District Announcements

KATY VIRTUAL SCHOOL 

Katy Virtual School Registration for spring courses is open.   

Katy Virtual School (KVS) online classes allow secondary students to acquire graduation credits and/or expand their learning opportunities through paid, online high school credit courses during the summer and school year. The cost is $200 per semester per course with reduced or no fees for students identified as economically disadvantaged. KVS offers over 60 approved College Board Advanced Placement (AP), Katy Advanced Program (KAP) and academic level courses.  Visit our website for more details on courses offered and how to apply: http://www.katyisd.org/kvs or email katyvirtualschool@katyisd.org.   

2024-2025 STAAR TESTING UPDATES  

Katy ISD STAAR testing calendar will offer campuses a 3-day testing window to administer state testing for specific content areas.  One day is designated for STAAR Science (5/8), Social Studies (8), and Algebra I at the high school level.  Campuses will choose their testing dates and grade levels based on the Katy ISD testing windows, which are aligned with the state testing windows.  Specific STAAR testing days by campus will be posted to Katy ISD Research, Assessment, and Accountability website in mid-fall.  

For the 2024-2025 school year, STAAR testing will be administered online. Only students who qualify for a special administration will be allowed to be tested using a paper format.  

CLASS 1:1 DEVICE INSURANCE PAYMENTS  

If you selected YES for the CLASS 1:1 Device Insurance Option for your student’s Chromebook device, all student fees, including the device insurance fee, were sent to our Pay N’ Go system for payment on August 12th.    

Please note, this only applies to students in 3rd – 12th grades.   

For further information, please visit our Pay N’ Go website or for more detailed documentation, please view this Pay N’ Go Student Fee article.  If you would like to change your device insurance selection from NO to YES, please email changemyrequest@katyisd.org with your student’s Katy ID, name and campus and we will update your insurance option from NO to YES.   

Please note, you are only eligible to make this change and pay in full, 30 days after your student’s first day of attendance. 

MEALS CHARGE POLICY   

 
District charge policy allows students without meal money to receive the menu meal choice for a limited time with the expectation the parent will reimburse all meals charged.    

Parents will be alerted when their child charges for a meal by receiving a courtesy call and/or email through the district automated call out system, if the district parent information is correct and up to date. Parents are responsible for monitoring the amount of money in their child’s account and paying back any borrowed money in a timely manner. If a student owes money on his/her account, he/she will be allowed to purchase snacks and/or a la carte only with cash in hand for that purchase, or once the student’s negative account is paid in full and funds are available to cover additional purchases.    

2024-2025 DISCIPLINE MANAGEMENT PLAN   

The 2024-2025 Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct can be found on the district webpage under District Links.  

Parents and students should review the Discipline Management Plan to be aware of the campus and District behavior expectations as well as the potential consequences.    

KATY ISD DRESS CODE   

The Dress for Success visual is provided to assist students, parents and staff in understanding dress code expectations. Parents and students should review the Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct to be aware of the campus and District behavior expectations as well as the potential consequences.    

ATTEND TODAY, ACHIEVE TOMORROW   

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KATY ISD - HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT    

State law requires students in Texas schools to be immunized against certain vaccine preventable diseases or submit required documentation for an exemption.  Information below, provided by the Katy ISD Health Services Department, offering an opportunity for students needing to receive the necessary vaccines for school entry.   

Vaccines will be provided by Texas Vaccine Institute  

When: Once per month - November 7, December 5, January 8, February 5, March 5, April 2 and May 8  

Where: Katy ISD – Professional Development Annex Building  

6361 South Stadium Lane  

Time:                 2:00PM – 5:00PM  

Cost:  1 Vaccine $15; 2 Vaccines $25; 3 Vaccines or more $35  

TVI will accept cash, Credit and Debit Card for payment.  

Bring: 1) Parent Notification of Immunization Due form (provided to you by your campus nurse)  

2) Personal Immunization Record  

3) Insurance Card (if insured)  

If there are any questions regarding state required immunizations, you may consult with your campus nurse or call the Katy ISD Health Services Department at 281-396—2629 for assistance.  

STUDENT ID INFORMATION     

If you are looking for your student’s Katy ID, their ID and other pertinent information can be found on the student’s ID badge. It is located under the bar code and begins with an alpha character. Additionally, the Katy ID can also be found by logging into Home Access Center (HAC). Click on the Registration icon – Demographic Tab and locate the field called Student ID.      

ELECTROCARDIOGRAM (ECG) SERVICES  

Katy ISD will offer Electrocardiogram or (ECG) services with our physicals. This is volunteer and not required to participate in UIL Activities. The cost will be $20 for the ECG and $30 for the Physical. These are separate charges. Below are some FAQ’s. Read through the Frequently Asked Questions flyer for more information on heart screening.  

ATHLETICS   

Athletics Calendar of events      

FINE ARTS   

Visual Arts  

To view selected artwork from the District Spring Art Show held on April 10 please click on art show link below.  The gallery is composed of pieces that earned the distinction of Judges Choice and Best of Show.   

Katy ISD Spring Art Show  

Fine Arts Tickets  

To view and purchase tickets for fine arts events and productions visit the Pay N’ Go Tix webpage and select Fine Arts Events.  

Cheer – Junior High School 2025 Tryout and Camp Dates 

District Wide Junior High Cheer Tryouts: Saturday, February 22,2025 

Designated times and locations will be provided at each campus mandatory parent meeting prior to try-outs.  

District Wide Junior High Cheer Camp:  

Week #1 – June 3- 5, 2025 at Merrell Center, 8:00AM – 4:00PM   

Adams, Beck, Haskett, Katy, McDonald, Nelson, Stockdick, Seven Lakes, Woodcreek 

Week #2 – June 10 - 12, 2025 at Merrell Center, 8:00AM – 4:00PM   

Beckendorff, Cardiff, Cinco Ranch, Mayde Creek, McMeans, Memorial Parkway JH, Morton Ranch JH, Tays, West Memorial 

PROHIBITED ITEMS & CONSEQUENCES   

Students who unintentionally bring to school a prohibited item, which is not illegal, may turn in the item to a staff member without disciplinary consequences if this is done before the item is discovered or reported by a staff member or another student. This option applies only to the first time the prohibited item is accidentally brought to school. The second time the prohibited item is brought to school, the item will be confiscated, and the student disciplined according to the type of item brought to school. Parents/ guardians may pick up confiscated items which are not illegal within two school days. Items not picked up within two school days will be discarded. Illegal items and items designated as evidence will be turned over to the Katy ISD police.   

Students shall not possess or use:   

• Fireworks of any kind, smoke or stink bombs, or any other pyrotechnic device   

• A razor, box cutter, chain or any other object used in a way that threatens or inflicts bodily injury to another person   

• A gun of any kind   

• A toy gun/“look-alike” weapon   

• An air gun or BB gun   

• Ammunition of any kind   

• A stun gun   

• Mace or pepper spray   

• Pornographic material or items   

• Tobacco products, cigarettes, e-cigarettes and any component, part or accessory for an e-cigarette device or accessory to vaping   

• Devices designed to emit an electrical shock (such as a TASER)   

SAFE FIREARM STORAGE RESOURCES    

House Bill 3, (88th Texas Legislature) requires the Texas School Safety Center, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), to provide school districts information and other resources regarding the safe storage of firearms, including information on section 46.13 of the Texas Penal Code, for distribution to parents/guardians and community.     

The Texas DPS has created a public relations campaign – Keep ’Em Safe Texas – that offers free downloadable resources to promote safe gun storage. Below you will find links to resources in English and Spanish.      

Program Overview 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish    
12 × 18 Poster: English / Spanish    
How to Talk to Others About Gun Safety 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish    
Ways to Safely Store Guns (Devices) 8.5 × 11 Flyer: English / Spanish    

SPEAKUP ANONYMOUS REPORTING APP 

 
SpeakUP is the anonymous reporting platform that students, parents, and patrons can use to report safety concerns, bullying, threats of violence, drug use, as well as any other concerns related to student physical or mental health. SpeakUP is available for download in the Apple Store or Google Play. It is also available on all District websites, computers and District devices. SpeakUP provides an opportunity for the Katy ISD community to anonymously provide valuable information to District administration and law enforcement that will help keep our students safe.   

#KatyISDSafety: CAMPUS EXTERIOR DOORS SAFETY SIGNAGE 

 
All campuses exterior doors have safety signage indicating that exterior doors must remain closed and locked. The purpose of the signage is to reinforce and remind all staff and students to take the extra precaution of ensuring that doors are closed and locked at all times, and to not open a door for anyone trying to enter. All campus exterior doors already have signage directing all visitors to utilize the main entrance for access to campuses and not side entrances.  These stickers should be left in place, with the new yellow sticker above placed inside over this sticker, allowing the external message to remain outward.  All staff and students should avoid allowing anyone without a district identification badge from “tailgating” or following them into a district facility.     

CREDIT BY EXAM (CBE) TESTING-KINDERGARTEN ACCELERATION  

Katy ISD offers one CBE Kindergarten Acceleration window per calendar year. Parent applications must be submitted to the child’s home campus by August 23, 2024. For more information about CBE Kindergarten Acceleration, visit the Katy ISD website for details.  If you are interested in this Kindergarten Acceleration, contact your child’s campus counselor.  

Katy ISD offers Credit by Examination for acceleration at every grade level and subject area offered in accordance with the Texas State Board of Education rules. A student is allowed to advance one grade level or one course per subject per academic year. Katy ISD offers four Credit by Examination testing windows throughout the year. Credit By Exam test results are entered in the Home Access Center (HAC) under the testing tab within six weeks of testing.     

For more information about CBE testing dates and course offerings, visit the Katy ISD website for details. If you are interested in CBE testing, please contact your child’s campus counselor.    

SECONDARY ELA CLASSROOM LIBRARIES     

English Language Arts (ELA) classroom libraries offer independent reading material that supports the English Language Arts Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Parental consent is required for secondary students to check out books from their ELA classroom library. Parents may provide consent via the KISD Parent Option Portal located in MyKaty cloud. If parents do not provide consent via the KISD Parent Option Portal, their secondary student will be unable to check out books from their ELA classroom library. This is in addition to the Library Book Notification.  Visit the MyKaty cloud for a brief video instruction on accessing the KISD Parent Option Portal.  

FALL 2024 - PSAT/NMSQT® INFORMATION  

All sophomores and juniors will automatically be registered to take the Digital PSAT/NMSQT® at their enrolled campus. Campuses testing dates have been posted on the Department of Research, Assessment, and Accountability website.  Students will utilize their school-managed Chromebook to test. Students will need to bring a fully charged device to campus on the day of testing. For additional information, parents and students can review the Parent Letter located on the Department of Research, Assessment, and Accountability website. 

2025 AP EXAMS ARE GOING DIGITAL  

Starting in May 2025, standard paper testing will be discontinued for 28 AP Exams - these exams will move to the Bluebook digital testing application, which is the same process utilized for SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT®. The College Board is accelerating the transition to digital testing to ensure the continued security of AP Exams.  Parents and students can access College Board website for digital exam details.  For AP exam schedule and resources, please see the Katy ISD Research, Assessment, and Accountability website under Additional Assessment Resources and click on AP.  

TEXAS FIRST PROGRAM        

The Texas First Program recognizes high-achieving students. Eligible students can graduate early with the Distinguished Level of Achievement and receive a scholarship. Students can accelerate their postsecondary path and earn up to a year in scholarship dollars to attend any Texas public institution of higher education, including colleges, universities, and technical colleges. Information regarding the program is provided on the Texas First Program website and the Katy ISD  website.

SECONDARY COURSE FEES   

The Course Fee List is located in our SchooLinks Online Course Catalog under student resources. Please note all new course fees will go into effect starting with the upcoming academic school year. Contact your child’s counselor if you have questions.      

GPA EXEMPT COURSE INFORMATION    

High school students are encouraged to pursue their areas of special talents and interest to enrich their academic experience. Students are encouraged to continue in their Fine Art, Athletic, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs as they continue to excel in their academic and extra/co-curricular endeavors. Once approved, students will receive credit for the GPA exempt course but will have their grade excluded from the GPA and class rank computation. Students must have a 4.0 or above GPA and maintain a B average in the GPA exempt course to qualify and maintain eligibility. This option is available to students enrolled in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of high school. View the 2024-2025 GPA Exempt Course Information for a list of courses identified as GPA-exempt eligible for this school year.   

HOW DO STUDENTS ENROLL IN A GPA EXEMPT COURSE?   

Students interested in taking one of the GPA Exempt courses must discuss this option with their school counselor at the beginning of the course. If the student meets all the criteria, they must:   

1. Complete the online GPA Exempt application located in MyKaty Cloud.   

2. Submit the application no later than September 19, 2024. At this time, if all criteria are met, it will be approved, and a schedule change will be made to reflect enrollment in a GPA Exempt course.   

3. Once a student makes the decision to take a course as GPA-exempt, the decision is final and cannot be changed.   

4. Students enrolled in full-year courses do not need to reapply during the second semester, they must maintain a B average in the GPA exempt course to remain qualified for their GPA exempt eligibility. 

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS    

Current 9th – 12th grade and ALL alumni students will request high school transcripts through SchooLinks Transcript Request.     

Immunization records for the class of 2022, 2023 and 2024 can be requested via Schoolinks.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE PROGRAM   
 
 

Katy ISD offers a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Student Training and Licensing Program to rising 12th-grade students turning 18 and interested in obtaining a CDL. The Raines Academy CDL program provides training and licensing for Class A (no additional endorsement) or Class A with a Class B Passenger/School Bus Endorsement. If you would like to apply for or request more information, please contact the Raines Academy College and Career Facilitator, Norma White, at normajwhite@katyisd.org or 281-237-2308.       

VIDEO INFO: Raines Academy CDL Student Training & Licensing Program     

STUDENT WORK PROGRAM   

Students attending Raines Academy may take advantage of the flexible school day scheduling to also obtain employment with Katy ISD as a temporary student worker in either the Communications, Technology or Operations departments. Students taking advantage of this paid, employment opportunity will have access to transportation to their work location, a work schedule that is designed around their class schedule and the skills and experience to be a top candidate for full-time employment with Katy ISD following high school graduation. For more information about this exciting program, Raines students may contact the College and Career Facilitator, Norma White normajwhite@katyisd.org who coordinates the Student Work Program.     

COLLEGE AND CAREER NIGHT 

Date: October 9, 2024 

Location: Merrell Center, 6301 S Stadium Lane, Katy, TX 77494 

Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm 

Website: https://www.katyisd.org/Page/11283 

Participating Colleges and Universities as of September 23, 2024 

2025 LEGACY STADIUM SPRING GRADUATION SCHEDULE 

FINANCIAL AID PARENT RESOURCES   

*The FAFSA application for the Class of 2025 has not been released. 

In accordance with Texas Education Code Section 28.0256, seniors graduating in 2022 and thereafter must complete and submit, and show proof of submission, a free application for federal student aid (FAFSA) or a Texas application for state financial aid (TASFA).        

TASFA Information:  TASFA REQUIREMENTS AND ONLINE APPLICATION   

Visit the Federal Student Aid webpage for additional information.  

Resources:   

• FAFSA Process Website   

• Better FAFSA  

• Financial Aid Toolkit   

• FSA Youtube Channel   

• Katy ISD Financial Aid Website 

• How to Create FSA ID 

• Financial Aid Webinars 

COLLEGE, CAREER & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

NOTE: Scholarship and event information is listed as a service to our community. The information provided through SchooLinks, campus websites, social media, Canvas pages, and district communication is a free resource. While we aim to keep the information up to date and accurate, information may change at any time without notice. For complete and updated information, always refer to the official website of the scholarship provider or organization. The inclusion of any link or opportunity does not imply Katy ISD’s endorsement or approval of the linked site, viewpoints, or content. Guardians and students are encouraged to do their due diligence before choosing to apply or participate.  

UPDATED Featured scholarships can be found on the Scholarship Opportunities website and in SchooLinks! 

UPDATED College and Career events can be found on the Academic Counseling-College and Career website. 

DISTRICT PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN   

ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN   

LEGACY PARENT ACADEMY

Join us for a webinar on campus safety and security designed to provide parents and guardians with information about how we keep our Katy ISD students and staff safe. Learn about our safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the security measures in place to ensure a safe and secure learning environment.  

Webinar Topic: Campus Safety and Security 
Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 
Webinar link: Campus Safety and Security Webinar  

BUS ROUTES & SMART TAG BUS ROUTE TRACKING APP

Parents of Bus Riders: If your student is a bus rider, look for the white route number on the side of the bus when tracking their bus this school year! And make sure to download the Smart tag™ app from your mobile Google Play or App Store in Apple! The Smart Tag app allows parents to set their preferred notifications, including when their child’s bus is expected to arrive. You can also see when and where your student boards and exits the bus.   

BOOK TITLES PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT DASHBOARD  

Recommendations by district personnel to purchase books new to the Katy ISD circulation are available for public review and comment prior to purchase. To review and/or comment on book titles currently being considered for district purchase, please visit the Book Titles Public Review and Comment dashboard.  

HOME ACCESS CENTER – PARENT-DEFINED GRADE NOTIFICATIONS  

Katy ISD Parents and/or Guardians can view their child’s grades in the Home Access Center at any time. On the Grades page, you can access your child’s most recent progress report (IPR) and report card grades. On the Classwork page, you can setup personalized alerts for your child’s class averages. Based on the parent-defined percentage (%), you will receive an alert when your child’s average falls below or rises above a certain threshold. Select here to locate Instructions on how to setup grade alerts.   

INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION/REVIEWS

Board policies EFA Local - Instructional Materials and EFB Local - Library Materials were updated and approved by the Board on July 31, 2023.   

Important Forms and Information:   

• Formal Request to Review an Instructional Resource   

• Checklist for Reconsideration of Instructional Resources and Instructional Materials.   

• Checklist for Reconsideration of Instructional Resources- Library Materials.  

• Removed Instructional Resources.  

• Retained Instructional Resources (i.e., resources challenged, reviewed, and outcome was remain in circulation and accessible).   

KEYS MENTORING

KEYS Kickoff 2024, presented by Partners in Education, is Friday, September 13, 2024.  All current and prospective mentors, along with the community,  are invited to attend.  

Come learn more about the KEYS Mentor program while enjoying a morning of breakfast and breakouts lead by Katy ISD leaders.  Apply HERE to be a KEYS Mentor  

The theme of this year’s event is “Your Mentor Story Starts Here!”    

Time:  8:00 am – 9:30am   

Check-in begins at 7:30 am.  

Location:  Leonard E. Merrell Center  

KEYS Kickoff 2024 RSVP HERE  

KATY CORKBOARD 

Stay connected and get involved using Katy ISD’s Katy Corkboard. This online community platform uses visually engaging flyers to offer up-to-date activities and events happening within Katy ISD. Check back throughout the year to see what is new.     

COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE   

This resource directory was compiled as an aid to our Katy ISD students, parents and community members in locating local resources. Inclusion in this directory does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of services by district. This directory includes the most commonly used nonprofit, private, local, state and government resources available and is not intended to be complete. Directory information is rapidly changing and can become outdated. If you find any errors or have information on new resources for consideration, please feel free to contact KatyISDconcerns@katyisd.org.   

Community Resource Guide- English/ Community Resource Guide- Spanish   

OPT IN WINDOW NOW OPEN! – ELEMENTARY ABUSE AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION INSTRUCTION   

In accordance with Texas Education Code 28.004 and Senate Bill 9, elementary students in 5th grade will receive instruction from elementary school counselors on the required health TEKS specific to abuse and violence prevention. All lessons are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and meet the requirements mandated by the state. 

Under Texas statute, parents must choose to “opt-in” their child to participate in the lessons that address abuse prevention and violence prevention.  

The opt-in window is now open! 

Parent Opt-In Window: September 2nd – September 30th  

Instruction Window: November 4th – December 20th  

Personal Health and Safety Guidance Lesson 

If you wish to review the elementary guidance lesson, please visit the Personal Health and Safety Guidance Lessons webpage. 

This content is intended to initiate conversations between you and your child about the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence. In addition, awareness and education on abuse and violence are key to prevention and intervention. It is a priority for Katy ISD to partner with our families and community to create a safety net for our students. 

Parents may opt their child in for instruction by logging in to MyKaty and selecting the KISD Option Portal icon. Additional technological help resources have been included for reference. 

Visit the Katy Option Portal Help Guide for Parents for assistance in navigating the portal. 

*If you are a Katy ISD Employee and a parent of a student you must login with your parent HAC credentials on a personal device or in an incognito window.  

For steps on how to browse Incognito, visit the Chrome-Incognito Browser Instruction Guide 

*Google Chrome is the recommended web browser for optimal performance, particularly on desktop or laptop platforms, rather than mobile devices. 

Find detailed technology support on our Family Technology Resources web page, including help with log-in information under the section titled, “Further Assistance.” 

To enter a support request:  Parent Tech Support  Guide 

Family Technology Support: 281-396-7400  
Hours of Operation: 

6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Mon-Fri 

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday (only available during the start of school)  

Please email instructionalresources@katyisd.org with any, non-technical related, questions.  

OPT IN WINDOW NOW OPEN! - JUNIOR HIGH ABUSE AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION INSTRUCTION  

In accordance with Texas Education Code 28.004 and Senate Bill 9, junior high students will receive instruction from junior high school counselors on child abuse, family violence, dating violence, and sex trafficking. All lessons are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) specific to abuse and violence prevention. 

Under Texas statute, parents must choose to “opt-in” their child to participate in the lessons that address abuse and violence prevention. 

The opt-in window is now open! 

Parent Opt-In Window: September 2nd – September 30th  

Instruction Window: November 4th – December 20th  

Personal Health and Safety Guidance Lesson 

To review the Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships lessons that junior high school counselors will deliver, please visit Personal Health and Safety Guidance Lessons webpage. 

This content is intended to initiate conversations between you and your child about the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence. In addition, awareness and education on abuse and violence are key to prevention and intervention. It is a priority for Katy ISD to partner with our families and community to create a safety net for our students.  

Parents may opt their child in for instruction by logging in to MyKaty and selecting the KISD Option Portal icon. Additional technology help resources have been included for reference. 

Visit the Katy Option Portal Help Guide for Parents for assistance in navigating the portal. 

*If you are a Katy ISD Employee and a parent of a student you must login with your parent HAC credentials on a personal device or in an incognito window.  

For steps on how to browse Incognito, visit the Chrome-Incognito Browser Instruction Guide.  

*Google Chrome is the recommended web browser for optimal performance, particularly on desktop or laptop platforms, rather than mobile devices. 

Find detailed technology support on our Family Technology Resources web page, including help with log-in information under the section titled, “Further Assistance.” 

To enter a support request: 
  Parent Tech Support  Guide 

Family Technology Support: 281-396-7400  
Hours of Operations: 

6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Mon-Fri 
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday (only available during the start of school) 

Please email instructionalresources@katyisd.org with any, non-technical related, questions. 

OPT IN WINDOW NOW OPEN! - STUDENTS ENROLLED IN HIGH SCHOOL HEALTH HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT, ABUSE, AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION INSTRUCTION

In accordance with Texas Education Code 28.004 and Senate Bill 9 and House Bill 1525, students enrolled in high school health will receive instruction from their health teacher on Human Growth and Development, and Abuse, and Violence Prevention during the third six weeks for students earning credit during the fall semester. Topics will include the physical changes resulting from puberty, as well as personal hygiene, abuse, abstinence, prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, dating violence, family violence, and child abuse. All lessons are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) specific to abuse and violence prevention. 

Under Texas statute, parents must choose to “opt-in” their child to participate in the lessons that address abuse and violence prevention. 

The opt-in window is now open! 

Parent Opt-In Window: September 2nd – September 30th  

Instruction Window: November 4th – December 20th  

Health Human Growth and Development, Abuse, and Violence Prevention Lesson 

To review the curriculum materials that will be taught to students enrolled in high school health education, please visit the High School Health Human Growth and Development, Abuse, and Violence Prevention Course webpage. 

This content is intended to initiate conversations between you and your child about the physical, emotional, and social changes that occur during adolescence. In addition, awareness and education on abuse and violence are key to prevention and intervention. It is a priority for Katy ISD to partner with our families and community to create a safety net for our students.  

Parents may opt their child in for instruction by logging in to MyKaty and selecting the KISD Option Portal icon. Additional technology help resources have been included for reference. 

Visit the Katy Option Portal Help Guide for Parents for assistance in navigating the portal. 

*If you are a Katy ISD Employee and a parent of a student you must login with your parent HAC credentials on a personal device or in an incognito window. For steps on how to browse Incognito, visit the Chrome-Incognito Browser Instruction Guide.  

*Google Chrome is the recommended web browser for optimal performance, particularly on desktop or laptop platforms, rather than mobile devices. 

Find detailed technology support on our Family Technology Resources web page, including help with log-in information under the section titled, “Further Assistance.” 

To enter a support request: 
Parent Tech Support  Guide 

Family Technology Support: 281-396-7400  
Hours of Operations: 

6:30 AM – 7:00 PM Mon-Fri 
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday (only available during the start of school) 

Please email instructionalresources@katyisd.org with any, non-technical related, questions. 

VOLUNTEERS & RAPTOR REGISTRATION          

Katy ISD requires all volunteers serving on or off-campus during or after the instructional day to register with the district through its Raptor security system. 
   
Katy ISD’s Raptor safety protocol will require volunteers to register (or re-register) annually, thus creating a new volunteer profile each year.  
 
The District's Raptor Volunteer Initiative provides an additional layer of protection for our Katy ISD students, staff, volunteers, and visitors, prioritizing the safety and security of our entire Katy ISD family. 
   
Once registered and approved, individual volunteers can submit and track hours via their volunteer profile for every Katy ISD campus at which they volunteer. The system also provides quick and easy submission of individual off-campus volunteer hours. 

Learn more about the Raptor Volunteer Initiative on the district’s website.    
 

PARENT COMMUNITY EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY     

In partnership with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Crime Stoppers Houston hosts the webinar series: S.A.V.E. (Safety Awareness. Valuable Education). This series serves as a platform for discussion on many topics that concern the safety of our schools and community.  These topics include: mental health, human trafficking, social media and internet safety. Please see the link for upcoming webinars available. S.A.V.E. Webinar Series.