Christene C. Moss Elementary School
Clubs/Programs
- Good For You Food Pantry
- Fort Worth After School
- Runners' Club
- Cheerleading
- Basketball
- Battle of the Books
Good For You Food Pantry
The pantry will be open during the summer at every Thursday starting at 2:00 pm until gone!
An effort by North Texas Healthy Communities to make fresh produce and healthy groceries more accessible to Tarrant County families is getting a major boost, thanks to a grant from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), with funds administered by Tarrant County. The Good For You Pantry program received ARPA funding to open its 11th location at Fort Worth ISD’s C.C. Moss Elementary, with nine more pantries slated to open throughout Tarrant County by the end of 2024.
Access to affordable, healthy food is a critical social determinant that can greatly affect physical and mental health outcomes, especially in children. According to county data, 22% of Tarrant County households and 36% of Dallas households have no vehicle and live more than a mile from a grocery store or supermarket; more than 800,000 people across Tarrant, Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties experience food insecurity; and more than 25% of children in North Texas are food insecure.
Traditional food pantries generally offer nonperishable, processed foods. The Good For You Pantry program is focused on supplementing those efforts with fresh fruits and vegetables, along with other healthy staples, often culturally relevant for the community each pantry serves. Some pantries also offer diapers and toiletries. Families choose the items they take home, just as when they shop in a store.
Moss Parents, don’t forget that our pantry will always be open on every Thursday starting at 2:00 pm until gone! Our doors are always open!
This pantry is made possible by: Fiscal Recovery Fund (FRF); American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds administered by Tarrant County. To learn more about Tarrant County ARPA, log onto www.tarrantcounty.com/recovery.
Fort Worth After School
WELCOME TO THE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Fort Worth After School (FWAS) has provided high quality, structured after school enrichment programs since the Fall of 2000. Originally serving 52 sites with approximately 2,300 daily participants, FWAS has grown to 79 sites and serves approximately 9,500 students on a daily basis. FWAS participating sites include General (FWISD/ CFW) funded and 21st Century Afterschool Center on Education (A.C.E.) funded sites. Fort Worth After School is a collaboration of Fort Worth ISD, the City of Fort Worth and the TEA 21st Century Afterschool Centers on Education (A.C.E.) grant.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Free to all participants
83 campuses
9,500+ daily participants
Ratio of 15:1 (elementary school) and 20:1 (middle and high school)
Four days per week (minimum)
Daily homework help
18 years FWISD/CFW funded
16 years funded through 21st Century Community Learning Center grants from TEA
HIGH QUALITY ACTIVITIES/PROGRAMS
Digital Media
Robotics
Culinary Arts
Fine Arts
Agricultural Engineering
College & Career Exploration
Fine Arts
Service Learning/Community Service
Outdoor Learning Adventures
Family Engagement/Literacy Activities
Mission:
To provide quality before and after school programs in a safe environment that result in educational, physical and social development for elementary and middle school students.
Goals:
Promote educational competence for academic achievement standards in core academic subjects.
Enhance physical and social development by offering students a broad array of additional highly rigorous activities designed to reinforce and complement the academic program for participating students.
Reduce juvenile crime by keeping students involved in educational, nurturing and safe environment
Runners' Club
🏃♂️ Runners' Club 🏃♀️
The purpose of the C.C. Moss Runner’s Club is to inspire a lifelong love of movement, health, and confidence in every student. Through fun, inclusive running activities, the club encourages children to set personal goals, build perseverance, and celebrate progress at every level. We aim to create a supportive community where students learn the value of teamwork, positive sportsmanship, and healthy habits while discovering the joy of being active. Our mission is to help each runner feel proud, motivated, and empowered—one step at a time.
Our main event is participating in the 5K at the Fort Worth Cowtown Marathon. https://cowtownmarathon.org/
Run. Smile. Repeat!
Cheerleading
🎯 Purpose of the Cheerleading Club
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To promote school spirit at events, assemblies, and special activities
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To teach students the basics of cheerleading, including motions, chants, simple routines, and safe movement
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To encourage teamwork, cooperation, and positive attitudes
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To provide a welcoming space where students can express themselves and build friendships
The Cheerleading tryouts are open to all students who want to try something new, make friends, and spread school spirit. No experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. We can’t wait to cheer together and make wonderful memories throughout the year!
Cheering Together, Growing Together!
Basketball
Purpose and Benefits of an Elementary School Basketball Team
An elementary school basketball team does far more than teach kids how to dribble and shoot. It creates a supportive space where students learn teamwork, responsibility, and confidence while having fun and staying active.
🎯 Purpose of the Basketball Team
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To introduce students to the fundamentals of basketball in a positive, age‑appropriate way
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To encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect for others
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To promote healthy physical activity and help students build coordination and motor skills
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To give students opportunities to set goals, practice regularly, and experience the value of effort
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To build school spirit and provide a sense of belonging
🌟 Benefits for Students
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Physical Fitness: Basketball helps improve balance, endurance, agility, and overall health through active play.
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Teamwork & Cooperation: Students learn how to communicate, share responsibility, and support one another on and off the court.
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Confidence & Self‑Esteem: Mastering new skills and contributing to a team helps students feel proud and capable.
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Discipline & Focus: Regular practice teaches commitment, listening skills, and the importance of working toward long‑term goals.
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Social Skills: Students build friendships, learn to handle wins and losses gracefully, and develop empathy for teammates and opponents.
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Positive School Engagement: Being part of a team helps students feel connected to their school community and excited to participate.
Battle of the Books
📚 Fort Worth ISD Battle of the Books.📚
Battle of the Books (also known as BoB) is the annual districtwide reading competition in Fort Worth ISD. Every year around one thousand 3rd-12th grade students participate in a two day event held at TCU. The Battle of the Books Committee chooses a selection of books for each grade level/range to read over the course of the year, and in May teams compete in a three round quiz game answering questions about the books to determine who knows the books best!
🎯 Purpose of the Team
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To encourage a love of reading through a fun, competitive format
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To expose students to a wide variety of books, authors, and genres
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To help students practice comprehension, recall, and critical‑thinking skills
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To build teamwork as students collaborate, discuss books, and prepare for competitions
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To promote good sportsmanship and a positive attitude toward learning
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To strengthen students’ confidence as they share what they know and contribute to a team effort
🌟 Why It Matters
Students who participate in Battle of the Books often discover new favorite books, grow as readers, and feel proud of their accomplishments. The team creates a welcoming space where every reader has something valuable to contribute, and where reading becomes an adventure shared with friends.