The document is a letter from the principal of Space Center Intermediate School informing parents of two student deaths in an apartment fire. It notes that one student attended Armand Bayou Elementary and one attended Space Center Intermediate. It states that counselors will be available at both schools to help students process their reactions to the tragedy. It also notes that several families were affected by the fire and may need support like clothing donations.

1. Clear Creek Independent School District Mission Statement
The mission of the Clear Creek Independent School District, a diverse community unified by a spirit of exploration and
excellence, is to develop students who will lead the way to the future by educating and equipping them with the skills
necessary to excel in the 21st century through a system characterized by meaningful community relationships and a
comprehensive curriculum facilitated by a highly qualified team committed to
Courage, Collaboration, Innovation, and Self-Direction.
Space Center Intermediate School
Clear Creek Independent School District
17400 Saturn Lane
Houston, Texas 77058
(281) 284-3300
www.ccisd.net
Principal Assistant Principals
Susan Carpenter Brad Hayes
Tim Rogers
November 11, 2010
Dear Parent:
It is with a heavy heart that I inform you we lost two CCISD students during an early morning fire at the Skylar Pointe
Apartments. One of the students attended Armand Bayou Elementary and one student attended Space Center Intermediate. I
know you share in our grief over the loss of these young lives.
We, at Armand Bayou Elementary and Space Center Intermediate, are concerned with the students’ reactions to this tragedy. In
order to help students adjust to the loss, we have arranged for the CCISD Counselor Response Team to be on hand to support
our students.
It would not be unusual for your child to express himself or herself differently during the next few weeks. Such an incident can
have a profound effect on a student. Anytime a loss of this nature touches us it is extremely stressful and we want you to know
we are here to support our families. If you have concerns about your child, please feel free contact his or her school counselor.
We are aware that several other families were also affected by the fire and may be in need of clothing and personal items. We
are working with these families to provide support to them during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Susan Carpenter