District Announcements

HOME ACCESS CENTER (HAC) - GUARDIAN & STUDENT ACCESS 

For security purposes, on January 15, 2025, you will be required to login to MyKaty Cloud (MKC) to access Home Access Center (HAC). This new step will require you to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and will only apply to guardians or students that have never logged into MKC. For help with MFA setup, please go to this article. 

You will use the same username and password credentials in MyKaty Cloud (MKC) that you currently enter for HAC. Katy ISD encourages you to log into MyKaty Cloud (MKC) to access HAC now.  

For further assistance, please go to Parent/Guardian Password Frequently Asked Questions. 

Family Technology Support - Hours of Operation 281-396-7400 
School Year: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday, excluding district holidays. 

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.  

REMINDER K-8 TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE – LEARNING.COM           

We are excited to share that your student is using digital content from Learning.com as part of our district's focus on Technology Applications. Learning.com’s content is delivered online through a secure login, so your student can easily access assignments from home. Topics in Learning.com include Online Safety, Digital Citizenship, Computer Fundamentals, Data Literacy, Productivity Tools, and Keyboarding.   

How students login at home and school: 

• Login to My Katy Cloud and search for Learning.com 

• Use the “Classes” button in the top right to navigate between subject area pathways. 

• Choose a tile on the pathway to begin. 

TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE 

Students and parents who need assistance with their Chromebook should check out the Family Technology Resources & Support Website. There are many resources available to support parents and students Katy 1 Source.  Click on Katy 1 Source after logging into MyKaty. 

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP 

Digital citizenship is the responsible use of technology and the Internet. Lessons are taught about specific topics such as: respectful communication when online, balanced and healthy use of technology, cyberbullying awareness, online privacy, and analyzing different forms of media for accuracy. Digital citizenship will continue to be taught throughout the school year. We appreciate parents' support, and additional resources can be found on Katy ISD’s website. 

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.