Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year! 

The CRHS Parent Teacher Association (PTSA) would like to extend a personal invitation to you to become a member of the PTSA.

Why should you join?  PTSA helps you “get connected” to the school:

• Through volunteer opportunities, you will meet other parents who are interested in the education of their child.  Last year, all departments within Cinco Ranch High School benefited from over 50,000 hours of service from volunteers.

•  PTSA sponsors a “Lunch with the Principal” program where parents are invited to bring their lunch and hear Mrs. Brasic provide valuable information about CRHS.  Our first Lunch with the Principal will be at 11:30 in the LGI on October 13, 2009.

• The student directory is prepared and sold by the PTSA.

• The Cougar Express Newsletter, which contains school and PTSA information, is published 5-6 times per year by the PTSA.

• The Cougars Paws publication. which is published by the PTSA, provides new parents answers to many questions about our school community.

• The PTSA website, managed by the PTSA, provides a wealth of information, from daily announcements to volunteers opportunities for students and parents with direct links to other important sites.

• The PTSA hosts Welcome Coffees over the school year for incoming parents.  The first coffee will be held on September 8, 2009 at 10:00 in the LGI.

• The PTSA volunteers connect with the faculty and staff during hospitality events.  We invite you to volunteer as a HOSPITALTIY member to help with “treats” throughout the year.  This is one of our biggest needs each year.

Students are encouraged to become members also.  The PTSA sponsors the Reflections and Junior Achievement Programs for students.  Last year, the PTSA awarded 10 scholarships valued at $500 each to graduating senior.  Student Scholarships will continue to be a focus this year.  Please check our website for more information at CRHSPTSA.ORG.

We welcome each of you and encourage you to “give back to our school” in the way that fits your family best.  There is a place for everyone to help and serve at CRHS.  The PTSA is a great way for all parents, students and teachers to be connected.  Lets have a great year.

Sarah Ferguson

PTSA President