Congratulations to Holly Thomas! We’re proud to celebrate Holly Thomas for being named Foster Middle School’s Teacher of the Year! 🍎✨

Her dedication, passion, and commitment to her students make a lasting impact every single day. This recognition is so well deserved, and our school community is better because of her hard work and heart.
1 day ago, Longview ISD
FMA Teacher of the year
FMS Teacher of the Year
Attention all 7th and 6th grade students! Don’t forget to turn in your Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum field trip permission form, money, and medical release form to your social studies teacher. All forms and money are due Tuesday, April 14.
2 days ago, Foster Middle School
🎉 **BIG NEWS at Foster Middle School!** 🎉

We are incredibly proud to announce that Foster Middle School has been awarded the **Schools to Watch** designation! 🌟

This prestigious national recognition highlights schools that excel in four key areas:
📚 Academic Achievement
💡 Developmental Responsiveness
🤝 Social Equity
🏫 Organizational Structure

Being named a *School to Watch* means Foster is recognized as a model for excellence in middle-level education—demonstrating strong practices, continuous growth, and a deep commitment to meeting the unique needs of every student.

This honor reflects our unwavering dedication to student success, equity, and creating a school culture where **every child can thrive**. 💙

👏 Congratulations to our incredible staff, students, and community for making this achievement possible! The future is bright at Foster Middle School—and we’re just getting started! ✨


2 days ago, Foster Middle School
Schools to watch
📚✨ RLA STAAR Testing Tomorrow ✨📚

 Tomorrow is our RLA STAAR Test, and we are so proud of how hard our students have worked all year long! We know they are ready to SOAR and show just how much they’ve learned. Let’s cheer them on as they shine! ♥️ 

 At the same time, we want every student to remember: you are MORE than a test score. Your effort, growth, and determination matter most!

 📝 Testing Tips for Success: 
• Get a good night’s rest
 • Eat a healthy breakfast (FREE breakfast is available at school!)
 • Arrive to school ON TIME
 • Encourage your child to do their very best — they’ve got this! 
• Use learned strategies
 • Stay positive and confident 

 👕 Reminders: 
• Students must follow the school dress code (this still applies during testing)
 • All devices must be turned in before testing or left at home 

 Let’s partner together to set our students up for success. We believe in them—and we know they’re going to do amazing things! 💪📖✨
4 days ago, FMS Communications
Test Day Tips
Thinking about next year already? 🐉 If you have an incoming 6th grade Dragon for the 2026/27 school year, we want to meet you and your family at our Welcome to the Dragon’s Den event! Come learn about school life, meet staff, ask questions, and get ready for a great start. 📚✨

See event details here: https://canva.link/pe0yvtxx37nn393

Will you join us? Tell us which topics you’d like covered in the comments! 👇
4 days ago, FMS Communications
Welcome to the Dragon's Den Flyer
Welcome to the Dragon's Den Flyer (SPAN)
🎉 Congratulations Teacher of the Year! 🎉

Foster Middle School is proud to celebrate our 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year, Holly Thomas! 🍎

Mrs. Thomas is an incredible example of excellence in education. Her passion, dedication, and commitment to our students make a lasting impact every single day. We are truly fortunate to have such an outstanding educator as part of our Foster family! 💙💛

#TeacherOfTheYear #FosterProud #ExcellenceInEducation
4 days ago, Foster Middle School
Teacher of the year
Teacher of the year
✨ Foster Middle School – Good Friday Reflection ✨ 

On this Good Friday, we pause to reflect, show gratitude, and appreciate the strength of our Foster family. Today is a reminder of perseverance, hope, and the power of community—values we see in our students and staff every single day. 

We also want to give a huge THANK YOU to all of our families who joined us for STAAR Success Night! Your partnership makes a difference, and we are stronger when we work together to support our students. 

📚Our first round of STAAR testing begins Tuesday, April 7 with STAAR Reading. We know our Dragons are ready to rise to the challenge! 

🔗 If you weren’t able to attend or want to revisit the information, please view the presentation here: https://canva.link/syel129qvakfo8z 📝 
Students can also practice using official STAAR test questions here: https://www.texasassessment.gov/practice-tests.html 

 Let’s continue encouraging our students to stay focused, confident, and prepared. We believe in every one of them! ♥️🐉 #FosterDragons #STAARReady #GoodFridayReflection #StrongerTogether
7 days ago, Jessica Johnson

📢 **Important Reminder for Foster Middle School Families** 📢

Foster Middle School **WILL have school on Monday, April 6** to make up for a missed day due to bad weather. 🌧️➡️📚

Please make plans accordingly and ensure students are in attendance. We look forward to seeing everyone back on campus and ready to learn! 💙

Thank you for your continued support! #FosterPride

10 days ago, Foster Middle School
Good morning!
Longview Queens United is excited to announce that Queen Academy Leadership Society and Thriving Kings Brotherhood are now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year!
If you are a student with a 75 average or higher, strong character, and a desire to grow in leadership, service, and confidence—this is for YOU.
Members will participate in leadership development, mentorship, service projects, and have access to scholarship opportunities.
To apply, you must complete an application, provide two teacher recommendations, and commit to monthly meetings and service hours.
📌 Important: All interested students must attend the Parent Interest Meeting on April 2nd at Longview High School in the Lower Library.
Don’t miss your opportunity to grow, lead, and leave a legacy.
✨ Stop by during your Wednesday leadership period to turn in your application.
10 days ago, Foster Middle School
📣✨ **Introducing Our 2026–2027 Foster Middle School Cheerleaders!** ✨📣

We are beyond excited to celebrate and welcome our incredible new **Foster Middle School Cheer Team** for the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉

These students have shown dedication, spirit, and hard work throughout the tryout process, and we are so proud of each and every one of them. They are ready to lead the crowd, represent our campus, and bring the energy all year long! 💙📣

👏 Join us in congratulating these outstanding students as they step into their new roles as leaders and ambassadors of Foster Middle School!

Let’s hear it for our cheerleaders! 📣💫 #FosterPride #CheerStrong
10 days ago, Foster Middle School
Cheerleaders
LISD Students Shine at State Science Fair! 🏆🔬

We are incredibly proud to celebrate five outstanding students who represented Longview ISD at the Texas Science & Engineering Fair (TXSEF) this past weekend at Texas A&M University!

Three students from Judson Middle School and two from Foster Middle School earned the distinction of State Finalists, competing among more than 1,200 projects across 22 categories—an incredible accomplishment.

👏 A special congratulations to Kapil Vattikuti, a 6th grader at Foster Middle School, who earned a Special Award from Science Toy Magic along with a $150 cash prize!

We are so proud of these students for their hard work, dedication, and passion for science. Way to represent Longview ISD! 💚🐺
11 days ago, Longview ISD
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
State Science Fair at TAMU
🎉 LISD Penny Wars is HERE! 🪙🔥  

Dragon families, we need your help! Our students are competing against other campuses in the district, and our goal is simple—collect as much money as possible to advance to the next round! 💪🐉

💰How it works: All coins and bills count toward Foster’s total—every single cent helps us get closer to the top!

❤️ Giving Back: All donations will benefit the Longview United Way, supporting programs that make a difference in our community. 

 🌍 IB Learner Profile Focus: Caring Through this effort, our students are showing what it means to be caring—demonstrating empathy, compassion, and a commitment to service.

📅 Collection Dates: Monday, March 30 at 8:00 AM – Wednesday, April 1

Let’s come together, show our Dragon pride, and make an impact—every cent counts! ♥️

 #FosterDragons #PennyWars #DragonPride #AllIn #IBLearnerProfile #Caring #UnitedWay
13 days ago, FMS Communications
penny war
penny war SPAN
📣 Foster Families, Today we will be holding an in-house pep rally for our students! 🎉 

All students will be seated in the stands, and due to space limitations, we will not be able to accommodate parent attendance. 

This will be a special time for our students to come together, encourage one another, and celebrate all of the amazing accomplishments they’ve achieved so far this school year. We are excited to build school spirit and lift each other up! Thank you for your understanding and continued support! ❤️
15 days ago, FMS Communications

TOMORROW:

📣 You’re Invited, Dragon Families! 🔥  

Join us for STAAR Success Night at Foster Middle School! This is your chance to learn how to support your child, ask questions, and feel confident going into testing season. ✨ 

What to Expect:

✔️ STAAR success tips & strategies

 ✔️ Resources for supporting learning at home

 ✔️ Title I parent engagement & support info 

 🗓 Date: March 26, 2026 

 ⏰ Time: 5:15–6:15 PM 

 📍 Location: FMS Library 


 💡 Bonus: Parent Advisory Board & Campus Improvement Team Meeting begins at 4:15 PM. 

 We’re better together—let’s partner to help our students succeed! 💪📚 #FosterDragons #STAARReady #ParentEngagement #StudentSuccess #MiddleSchoolMatters

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16 days ago, FMS Communications
STAAR Night Flyer (Title 1)
STAAR Night (Title 1) SPAN
📣 You’re Invited, Dragon Families! 🔥  
Join us for STAAR Success Night at Foster Middle School! This is your chance to learn how to support your child, ask questions, and feel confident going into testing season. ✨ 

What to Expect:
✔️ STAAR success tips & strategies
 ✔️ Resources for supporting learning at home
 ✔️ Title I parent engagement & support info 
 🗓 Date: March 26, 2026 
 ⏰ Time: 5:15–6:15 PM 
 📍 Location: FMS Library 

 💡 Bonus: Parent Advisory Board & Campus Improvement Team Meeting begins at 4:15 PM. 

 We’re better together—let’s partner to help our students succeed! 💪📚 #FosterDragons #STAARReady #ParentEngagement #StudentSuccess #MiddleSchoolMatters

22 days ago, FMS Communications
STAAR Night Flyer (Title 1)
STAAR Night (Title 1) SPAN

Foster Middle School Parents: Car Rider reminder for after school

6th Grade - Picked up in the back on the school by the cafeteria
7th Grade - Picked up in the front of the school by the main entrance
8th Grade - Picked up in the north side of the school by Chappell Street
(see attachment for picture)

If your child has a sibling, they can be picked up together at one of THEIR grade-level sides.

All students must be picked up by 4:15 p.m. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and efficient.

Thank you for your cooperation.

22 days ago, Anisa Jones
Reminder: Car Riders After School

Hello Students, Families, and Staff,

We want to take a moment to send a friendly reminder about our campus dress code expectations. Our goal is to maintain a focused and respectful learning environment for all students, and consistent adherence to the dress code helps support that.

To clarify:
* **Joggers (uniform style) are allowed; however, **sweatpants are not permitted**.
* **Slides, slippers, or shoes without a back** are not appropriate for school. Students should wear secure, closed-back footwear each day.

We understand that some items can look similar, which can sometimes cause confusion. To help with this, we encourage everyone to review the detailed dress code guidelines, including descriptions and pictures, at the link below:

Foster Website - School Uniform

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students come to school prepared and in compliance with expectations. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

We appreciate your partnership!

Warm regards,
Foster Middle School

22 days ago, Anisa Jones
Foster Middle School Families,

This is a reminder that tomorrow all FMS students will take their STAAR Math Simulation. We will conduct this assessment using official STAAR testing procedures, as it is more formal than our common campus assessments.

Please note the following important information:

* Any students who normally report to the high school campus must report to Foster Middle School.
* Our campus will be closed to visitors and shut down for testing.
* Please make every effort to ensure your child arrives on time and remains at school for the entire day.
* Dress code will be strictly enforced. Blankets, pillows, Crocs, slides, and stuffed animals will not be permitted.

We ask that you emphasize the importance of this assessment with your child, as the data will help us determine any additional needs and supports for the remainder of the school year.

On Thursday, we will follow the same structured testing schedule for Social Studies. Eighth grade students will take their STAAR Social Studies Simulation, while sixth and seventh grade students will complete their middle-of-year exam.

Thank you for your continued support!
Foster Middle School
24 days ago, FMS Communications

Region 7 ESC G/T COOPERATIVE Summer Scholarship Application for TJC Camps in Tyler, TX 2026
Scholarships are awarded to IDENTIFIED gifted students only. This application is for the TJC Day Camps in Tyler, Texas.

If a student was awarded any scholarship within the past three years (2025-2024-2023), then they are not eligible to apply this year.

Scholarships cover tuition only, and the student is responsible for travel expenses if awarded. The universities try to place students in their first or second choice of camp if possible.

Region 7 ESC will award as many Summer Camp scholarships as possible based on available funding; however, it is possible that all applicants may not be awarded scholarships. The deadline for application submission is Friday, March 27, 2026. If you need more information about camps available please visit this website: https://bit.ly/GTCamps

Additional Summer Camps:
https://tjc.edu2.com/category/509/summer-camps

24 days ago, Foster Middle School

At Longview ISD, your voice matters. We’re inviting families, staff, and community members to take a short survey to help us continue improving our schools. 💬
Anonymous responses 🔒
Results will be shared 📊
Take the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/longviewisd/ccc

24 days ago, Longview ISD
We want your feedback with preview of the survey.