Good afternoon Titan families!
Here is the link to our APRIL TITAN TRIBUNE. I have included all of our campus dates for April and May to help you map out your family calendars.
I also wanted to make everyone aware about a statewide emergency drill that will take place tomorrow. See below for more information:
On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is conducting a statewide drill/test of local public warning and emergency alerting systems across Texas.
This is not a real emergency—it’s a planned exercise to evaluate the effectiveness and functionality of public warning tools. No action is required from residents.
Key Details:
Date and Time: Thursday, April 2, 2026, between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. CDT.
What to Expect:
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA): You may receive a loud test alert tone and message on your cell phone (and other compatible devices). These come through the Integrated Public Alerting & Warning System (IPAWS).
Emergency Alert System (EAS): Test messages may interrupt local TV and radio broadcasts.
Other local systems: Outdoor warning sirens (in some areas), landline notifications, email/text alerts from cities/counties, or reverse 911-style calls. Because multiple local agencies (cities, counties, schools, etc.) are participating, you could receive more than one alert.
Many cities (including in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Austin, San Antonio, and others) are joining the statewide effort. Some are handling their regular monthly siren tests separately (e.g., on April 1).41
Why This Test Matters
TDEM organizes these drills regularly to ensure systems work reliably during real disasters (like severe weather, floods, or other emergencies). It helps identify any issues with delivery, coverage, or coordination. This particular test follows up on lessons from prior events, such as last year’s floods.10
Tips for Residents (Especially in Spring, Texas / Houston-area or wherever you are in TX):
Keep your phone on and with you during the window if you want to see the test alert.
Ensure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled in your phone settings (usually under Notifications or Emergency Alerts).
If you have a landline or use local alert apps (e.g., Warn Central Texas), you might get additional notifications.
After the test, local agencies may report results back to TDEM.
For the official announcement, check the TDEM website (tdem.texas.gov) or your local city/county emergency management page. If you’re concerned about an alert you receive outside this window or have questions, contact your local emergency management office.
This is a routine preparedness activity—stay safe and treat it as the drill it is!