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Welcome to Startzville Elementary

Greetings Startzville Families,

We are excited to welcome you to the 2023-2024 school year! We have assembled a phenomenal staff to help support our students and achieve success. Startzville Elementary School is an inviting campus where children reach goals and continue to grow towards success.

Our staff is dedicated to the mission of our campus and have committed to working to meet the needs of our students. Community and family support have been crucial to the success of our campus, and we look forward to continuing to grow in a partnership that puts students first. We know that as the new school year approaches, there is always anticipation and excitement for our staff as well as for the students. We are eager to welcome back our returning students and to greet those students who will be joining our STZES Family for the first time. At STZES, we believe in doing what is best for kids and providing experiences that will not just help them grow academically but also socially and emotionally. It is our privilege to be able to serve this wonderful community and work with our students each day.

Family engagement along with open communication between school and home is important to the success of our educational program. I encourage you to take an active role in our school community to help us continue to reach our goals and support out students. Parents play a huge role in the success of our campus, and we thank you for all the work you do in supporting our campus community. Please reach out with any questions or concerns you may have, and we look forward to a wonderful 2023-2024 school year.

Together we will Thrive in the coming year! The Adventure STARTZ Here!

-Casey Calland, Principal Startzville Elementary

At A Glance

486 Student Enrollment
Cursive Curriculum
Strings Program
Chess Program
Art Programs
Critical writing across content

Upcoming Events

Oct 2

(*District) Maintenance & Custodian Appreciation Day

Oct 2

(All HS) CISD Marching Festival

Time: 7 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: PHS Stadium

Oct 3

(CLHS -- Volleyball) Hawks @ Navarro HS

Time: 6 PM

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Comal ISD Joins Other Texas School Districts in TEA Lawsuit

The Comal ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to join dozens of other Texas school districts in a lawsuit filed against the Texas Education Agency over proposed changes made to the state's accountability ratings system and the agency's failure to adequately notify school districts of these changes.

Comal ISD Boasts 27 Texas Boys State, Girls State Graduates, One Elected To Boys Nation

A Smithson Valley High School senior made district history when he was elected to represent Texas at Boys Nation this summer. His experience expanded his view on government and civil service. An additional 26 Comal ISD students graduated from Boys State and Girls State.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 'Going Gold' Traditions Continue Districtwide

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and annually, campuses throughout Comal ISD host fundraising campaigns to raise awareness and funds to continue research and provide support to families dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Three Comal ISD Campuses Awarded Purple Star Designation By Gov. Abbott

Three Comal ISD campuses were surprised and celebrated for being awarded the Purple Star Campus Designation by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. This designation recognizes campuses that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.

UPDATE: After-School Aide Recognized For Going The Extra Mile

Update: One of Ms. Mary's former students is now a producer at KSAT 12 News. She stopped by Freiheit Elementary recently to feature her on air. Known as "Ms. Mary" to her students and their parents in the School Age Child Care (SACC) program, Mary Gomez was surprised with Comal ISD's '590' award for customer service. For 20 years, she has gone above and beyond as an after-school aide, and no one is more deserving of the honor.

Comal ISD Music Program Receives National Recognition for 4th Consecutive Year

For the fourth year in a row, Comal ISD's music program has received the Best Communities for Music Education designation. This designation is awarded to school districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students.

Third Annual 9/11 Stair Climb Honors First Responders

For the third year in a row, the JROTC at Pieper High School hosted a 9/11 Stair Climb to honor the first responders who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. More than 150 students, staff members and parents joined local first responders including firefighters to climb 2,071 stairs signifying the 110 flights of the World Trade Center's towers.

Comal ISD Visual Arts Program Named District of Distinction For 5th Consecutive Year

For the fifth year in row, Comal ISD's visual arts program has been named a District of Distinction by the Texas Art Education Association. This award recognizes the district and its educators for encouraging creativity, community participation and student growth.

Comal ISD Hosts Final Summer Job Fair, Aug. 30

Comal ISD is hosting its final summer job fair 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30, at the district's Support Services Office, 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels.

State Honorees from Smithson Valley High School Golf Program Recognized

The Smithson Valley High School golf program ended the 2022-2023 season with a silver medal for the boys team and an individual bronze medal for the girls. Both competed in the UIL 5A State tournament. These state honorees were recognized at the Aug. 24 Board of Trustees meeting for their achievements.

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