Dear Merlin Families,
We are officially two weeks into the school year, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the energy, enthusiasm, and support we’ve seen so far! Your cooperation, understanding, and partnership have made these first days smooth and joyful for our students and staff alike.
It’s clear—we’re building something special together. 💛
As we settle into routines and dive into learning, I want to thank you for being such an essential part of our school community. Your encouragement at home and your trust in us make all the difference.
Let’s keep the momentum going! I’m excited for all the growth, celebrations, and connections ahead.
Here’s to a fantastic year of learning, laughter, and success—together.
Warmly,
Mrs. Fields
Principal, McNeill Elementary
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Reminder: Early Release at 11:45 am on Friday, August 29th |
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Walkers: Just a reminder that we will not release students to cars parked in the RED ZONE or adults standing in the RED ZONE along Lakemont Bend Drive. Please park and pick up in the GREEN ZONES. We have attached a map for your reference.
Car Riders: Please note that students should only enter and exit the car on the passenger side. McNeill Staff will not open doors on the driver side for safety purposes. Please stay in your vehicle at all times.
Thank you for your continued cooperation in keeping our students safe.
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📚✨ The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to McNeill Elementary! ✨📚
🗓️ August 28 – September 5
🕔 Open during School Hours and on September 3 during Open House!
Get ready to shop the latest books and support our school! Families can:
✅ Preview the fair online
✅ Set up an E-Wallet for easy student shopping
✅ Shop online beginning on August 28
Let’s get our kids excited about reading! 📖❤️ #ScholasticBookFair #McNeillReads
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Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon, and we’d love your help to make it a success!
If you have a little time to spare and a love for books, consider volunteering to help with setup, sales, or cleanup. It’s a fun way to support our school and connect with other families!
Use the link below to sign up.
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We’re excited to welcome you to our Open House on Wednesday, September 3rd from 5:00–7:00 PM!
To accommodate your schedule, we’re offering two identical sessions:
- Session 1: 5:00–5:45 PM
- Session 2: 6:00–6:45 PM
Come meet your child’s teacher, learn about classroom expectations, and see what’s ahead for this school year.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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MCNEILL GRANDPARENTS! : You're Invited to Memories and Muffins!
McNeill Elementary is excited to celebrate Grandparents Day with a special event just for you!
Join us on:
📅 Monday, September 8th
🕔 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📍 McNeill Elementary Gym
Come enjoy a morning filled with warm muffins, sweet memories, and even sweeter company. We can’t wait to honor the amazing grandparents who make our community so special!
To help us prepare a cozy and welcoming experience, we kindly ask that you RSVP by August 29th.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Our Merlins are "Slide Certified"!
Our "Slide In" Day was a huge success! Thank you to the staff and parent volunteers who made the day memorable and fun for our students. Check our our Facebook Page to see the photos.
Each House has its own special chant. Don't forget to order a House shirt in the Spirit Store.
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We want to see our Merlins join the fun of Spirit Days!
🎓Mondays: College Shirts
💚Wednesdays: GREEN Track Day
🎉Fridays: McNeill Shirts
1st Friday of the Month: House Shirts/House Colors
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Now that our students have been sorted into their Houses, now is a great time to order a House Shirt and new McNeill Spirit Shirts. Link below. |
Please see information below regarding the See to Succeed Program. Contact Nurse Mager if you have questions. |
It's time to purchase your child’s field trip t-shirt! These shirts are worn on all field trips to help us easily identify our Merlins and keep them safe while out in the community. Use the link below to purchase your shirts today! |
Join the Fun on Dress Down Days!
Students can show their school spirit and support McNeill by participating in our themed Dress Down Days all year long! For just $1 per day—or by purchasing a pass for the whole year—students can dress out of dress code and enjoy the fun. All proceeds go to the McNeill PTO, helping fund programs and resources that go right back into our classrooms!
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Please see the flyers below from our Green Track Secondary Campuses. Please reach out to the campuses if you have questions. |
Please see below some important guidelines to assist you in a great start to the year.
👚 Dress Code
All students are expected to follow our campus dress code with the exception of campus spirit days and dress down days. Please see the dress code graphic below.
🚗 Transportation Changes
Transportation changes MUST be made before 2:15 PM. Please call the office or send a note with your child to indicate a change for the way your child normally goes home.
🚗Car Riders
Drop off and pick up in the back of the school. Families will now have a McNeill tag with a NUMBER. Vehicles without tags will be directed to the front office.
🚌 Buses
Buses are dismissed at the front of the school. Please do not block the driveway.
🏷️ SMART Tags – A Must-Have!
- All students, especially bus riders, must wear their SMART tag every day.
- Please purchase a high-quality lanyard for your child. No items should be attached to lanyards.
- Any student who misplaces their ID badge will need to purchase a replacement one. Replacement badges can be purchased for $5 in the front office
🥪 Lunch Info
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McNeill is a CEP School for the 25-26 school year. All students eat breakfast and lunch for free.
- Lunch times vary by grade—check with your child’s teacher or our website.
- View the lunch menu online via the district’s food services page. Meal prices and payment options are also listed there.
- We do not serve pork in our cafeteria.
- Parents are highly discouraged from dropping off lunches to school. The constant deliveries are a disruption to the instructional environment. Students should bring easy to open items with them daily for lunch and snack to minimize contact. No nut-based snacks for the classrooms.
- Guest lunch visits are welcome with the following provisions: (Please sit at the designated guest table. No guests during the first few weeks of school and during testing.)
- Lunchroom visitors are limited to TWO visitors per child per day.
📚 School Supplies
- Label with student's name
💧 Daily Water Bottles
- Please send a refillable water bottle with your child every day. Hydration is key!
✨ Recess Times
- Recess is scheduled daily. Times vary by grade level and will be shared by your child’s teacher.
👕 PK Parents: Extra Clothes, Please!
- Even if your child is fully potty trained, please send an extra change of clothes.
🍎 Snacks
- PK students have afternoon snack time—please send a snack starting on the first day of school. Grades K-5, please check with your child's teacher regarding snacks.
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No peanut butter items, please! We are a peanut-free in classrooms and prioritize student safety.
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In the event of inclement weather, we will follow the Rainy Day Dismissal Plan below:
Bus Riders, Car Riders, and Daycare
- The dismissal process will remain the same.
- Bus Riders will not be released from the bus to ride home with their parents.
Walker and Bike Rider Pick-Up
All parents must remain in their vehicles until all buses leave campus.
- Mrs. Trevino will signal parents to form two lines at the front door entrance.
- Administration & Counselors will begin the parent-verification checkout process once buses leave the campus.
Students will be escorted to the front door entrance to meet their parent/guardian.
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We’re excited to welcome our Merlins back to school! Please take note of our morning arrival procedures to ensure a smooth and on-time start for every student:
- School begins promptly at 7:45 AM.
- Students are considered tardy if they arrive after 7:45 AM.
- If your child arrives after 7:45 AM, a parent or guardian must walk them into the front office to sign them in.
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Doors open at 7:15 AM, and we encourage families to arrive early to allow time for breakfast, settling in, and preparing for the day.
Thank you for helping us start each day strong and on time—ready to learn and soar!
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Important update!
Please note a new Texas law that will go into effect at the start of the 2025–2026 school year and directly impacts student use of personal communication devices during the instructional day.
During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, House Bill 1481 was passed into law. This bill prohibits students from using personal communication devices during the instructional school day and while on school property.
Read more:
Questions? Email us at Info@LCISD.org.
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As we kick off our year at McNeill Elementary, we want to make sure our Merlin families stay connected every step of the way! This year, ParentSquare will be our primary tool for school-to-home communication.
LCISD is moving toward using one central communication hub for all schools, departments, and activities - and that's ParentSquare! Whether it's announcements, newsletters, reminders, or quick updates, ParentSquare is where it will all happen.
We strongly encourage all McNeill parents and guardians to download the free ParentSquare app to receive timely updates from our school, teachers, and district. It's the best way to stay in the loop about everything happening on campus and around the district.
Let's stay connected and make this a great year!
Click below to access ParentSquare!
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Let's keep our Merlin community close! Like and comment on the McNeill Elementary Facebook page to stay updated on important news, cheer on our students, and recognize our dedicated staff. Together, we make McNeill a great place to learn and grow!
https://www.facebook.com/McNeillMerlins
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August 19th-MAP Testing Begins
August 28th- Book Fair Begins
August 29th - Early Release @ 11:45 am
September 1st - Labor Day Holiday
September 2nd -Lunch visitors may begin
September 2nd- Innovative School Day Begins
September 3rd - Open House 5-7pm
September 8th- Grandparents Day
September 9th - Fall Pictures
September 16th - PTO Meeting 6 pm- Library
September 25th - Early Release @11:45am
September 26th - Fort Bend County Fair Day (No School)
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
- 832-223-2800
- cfields02@lcisd.org
- https://mcneill.lcisd.org/
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