Patriots day Parade
9/11@ 8:30am

Do you serve our community as a first responder, military member, healthcare worker, law enforcement officer, firefighter, EMS professional, or other local hero? We would love to celebrate you! Join us for our Patriot Day Parade of Heroes and drive through campus as students and staff show their appreciation. Participants will receive a small token of thanks for their service.

Please sign up using the link below.  
https://out.smore.com/render/hb19r/H9WLbM?__$u__

Lions Picnic Pop In Grandparents Day
Friday, September 11 
At the DLE Cafeteria 

Join us for Lions Picnic Pop In for Grandparents Day on Friday, September 11! Grandparents are invited to enjoy lunch with their Lion during their scheduled lunchtime. We look forward to celebrating this special day and making sweet memories together!

Picnic will be during student's lunch time:
PK/K - 10:05 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
1st - 10:40 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
2nd - 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
3rd - 12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
4th - 12:35 p.m. -1:05 p.m.
5th - 1:10 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.

A registration link will be shared in upcoming newsletter and on social.

Apex Fun Run!

Get ready for the return of the Leonetti Lion Obstacle Course Fun Run! This exciting school-wide fundraiser gives our Lions the chance to run, climb, and tackle giant inflatable obstacles while raising money to support Leonetti. Legacy families may remember the Obstacle Course Fun Run from last spring, but this year we’re moving the excitement to the FALL!

The fundraiser officially launches on Monday, September 14, when Apex Leadership Co. arrives on campus for two weeks of their “Super Heroes” program. Along the way, students will participate in fun leadership lessons, earn prizes, and get excited for the main event—the Obstacle Course Fun Run on Wednesday, September 23!

We’re just one week away, so mark your calendars and get ready to power up, Lions! More details are coming soon about how your Lion can participate, earn prizes, and help make this year’s fundraiser a SUPER success!

Spirit Night

Join us for Leonetti Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A Sienna Crossing on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 4:00–8:00 PM. Chick-fil-A will donate 20% of all orders back to our school. Use mobile code Lions in the CFA app, or let a team member know you are there for Spirit Night when ordering at the front counter or drive-thru. Code is case sensitive.

Be on the lookout! Free ice cream reminder stickers will be distributed to all Leonetti students, and families may have a chance to see their teachers supporting Spirit Night.

School Store

The School Store will be open during recess for all grade levels on Friday, September 18, and we need volunteers! Volunteer Here

 schoolstore@dlepto.org 

Morning Car Rider Assistants Needed!

We want our drop off to run smoothly with some extra help from YOU!! If you have an hour to commit before getting your day started, and would like to welcome our students out of their cars, we have a volunteer opportunity for you! 

Please arrive no later than 7:25am at the cafeteria doors, to check in and receive your volunteer badge. You may park in the lot between Leonetti and Thornton. You will be assigned a couple colored squares in the car rider line, and help children with exiting their vehicles safely. Duty should be wrapped up by 8:10am.

You must have a completed and approved 2026-27 background check on file with the district.

Sign up here!

Lunch is better with your favorite Lion!

Beginning August 31, parents are invited to join their child for lunch on their designated visitor day. Check the schedule to find your child’s lunch time and the day assigned to your family’s last name.

Parents may eat with their child or bring lunch for their child—but food may not be shared with or brought for other students. We look forward to welcoming you to the Leonetti cafeteria!

School is almost here, and we have so many exciting activities planned throughout the year! 🦁

We wanted to share these important dates early so you can mark your calendars and join us for all the fun. Please keep in mind that dates and details are subject to change.

Be sure to follow our Facebook page and read our weekly Paw Prints newsletter throughout the school year for the latest updates, reminders and event details! 📅✨

Thank You Sponsors!

A big THANK YOU to our August sponsors for helping Donald Leonetti Elementary PTO start the school year strong!

We are so grateful for local businesses that support Donald Leonetti Elementary PTO, our students, teachers, staff, and families. Your partnership helps us continue building community and supporting meaningful PTO programs throughout the school year.

A huge THANK YOU to Card My Yard for the Back to School sign, Lee Family Orthodontics for supporting our Friday folders, Smith & Pisklak Orthodontics for supporting Back to School Staff Appreciation.  Our Spirit Night partners and in-kind donors:  King of Pops, Mia’s Table, and Kung Fu Tea!

Your generosity helps us celebrate our students, support our teachers and staff, and build a stronger DLE community.

Thank you for supporting Leonetti Elementary PTO!

LET’S HEAR THOSE LION ROARS!

Have something amazing to celebrate about your Leonetti Lion?! We want to hear about it!

Lion Roars are special shout-outs that family members can submit throughout the school year to recognize their Leonetti Lions!

Did your Lion…

🎂Celebrate a birthday?

💪Work extra hard?

🏆Accomplish something awesome?

🎉Celebrate a special achievement?

Give them a ROAR!

Big accomplishments, little victories, or simply a moment that made you proud—we LOVE celebrating our Lions!

Submit a Lion Roar anytime throughout the year and help us shine a spotlight on our incredible Leonetti students!

Because when one Lion shines, the whole pride ROARS!

**Please review instructions on sign up genius link**

Click here!

All Pro Dads Is Back for the 2026-2027 School Year!

All Pro Dads brings DLE dads and father figures together with their children for breakfast, engaging discussions, and quality time before the school day begins. Each gathering explores topics such as character, leadership, communication, and practical ways to strengthen family connections.

We look forward to a great year with our DLE families and school community.

Save the dates:

·       September 18 (subject to change)

·       November 13

·       January 15

·       March 19

·       May 7

School Store

We're excited to announce our first School Store of the 2026-2027 school year will be open during recess on Friday, September 18. If you're new to Leonetti, welcome!

The School Store runs once a month on a Friday. It's a fun tradition for students to shop for goodies during recess with items priced between 25¢ and $2. Please note that the School Store is cash only. To help make shopping quick and easy, please send your child's money in a resealable plastic bag labeled with their name and their teacher's name.

Grown ups, you'll see a volunteer sign up sheet coming soon. The school store depends on helpers like you to make this a success for our Lions. Please send any questions or feedback to schoolstore@dlepto.org. We're going to have a great year!

Mark your calendars! School Store Dates:

·       September 18

·       November 13

·       December 4

·       January 15

·       February 19

·       March 19

·       April 16

·       May 7

Complete your FBISD Background Check NOW!

If you are considering volunteering at DLE during the 2026-27 school year, you must have a current approved background check in the district system. All volunteers are required to update their background check after July 1 each year. This applies to everything from helping in the library, assisting at a class party, attending field trips and more.

Don't wait until the last minute! Complete yours now! (You will get a confirmation via email once your background check is approved)

2026-2027 instructional calendar
DLE Parent Handbook
Arrival and Dismissal Map
DLE Birthday Policy
Lunch with your Lion
PTO Calendar of events
Daily Bell Schedule

Stay on top of school news by subscribing to Paw Prints, a weekly e-newsletter published by Donald Leonetti Elementary PTO.