Parent Hawk Talk

If you've been part of the Hobby community for the past several years, you know that the safety and security of our students and staff is always our top priority.

Over the last few years, Northside ISD has made significant investments to enhance campus security. These improvements include the perimeter fence surrounding our campus, the new secure entry vestibule, the magnet classroom addition, storefront security doors at the parent pickup and bus loop areas, and upgraded door alarms and monitoring systems. These enhancements help us provide a safer and more secure learning environment for all students.

As a result of these security upgrades, we are making a change to our morning arrival procedures.

In previous years, students arriving as early as 7:00 a.m. were allowed to enter the cafeteria. Unfortunately, due to current staffing, we are no longer able to provide supervision inside the building before 7:30 a.m.

Beginning this school year:

• Students arriving before 7:30 a.m. should wait under the front entrance awning in the designated parent pickup area.

• At 7:30 a.m., a staff member will open the doors and begin supervising students for the remainder of the morning until classes begin.

Please note that exceptions will be made for students participating in approved early morning practices, rehearsals, tutorials, or other school-sponsored activities that require arrival before 7:30 a.m. Coaches, sponsors, and activity leaders will communicate arrival procedures and ensure students are appropriately supervised during those times.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we adjust our procedures to maintain a safe, secure, and well-supervised campus. Thank you for partnering with us to keep Hobby a safe place for every student.

Get ready to see how our school community truly soars! When you walk onto our campus, you will get a special look into what makes our campus so extraordinary—and it turns out, we can learn a lot from a flock of geese. Just like geese flying in formation, our staff and students thrive because we share the workload, encourage one another through every challenge, and make sure no one flies alone. It’s this culture of mutual support, shared leadership, and constant encouragement that makes our school such a warm, successful place for your children to grow. We are so excited to begin year four with our Magnet program on this amazing campus where we are all Hawks!

This year as part of our commitment to improving communication between school and home, Hobby will be using ClassDojo as our primary communication platform. ClassDojo will help keep families connected with teachers and informed about classroom updates, school events, and important announcements.

On August 7, students will be placed into their final class rosters within ClassDojo, allowing families to see their child's teacher before the first day of school. Families will also receive an automatic invitation to join their child's classroom.

Because some contact information in our student information system may be outdated or incomplete, a few families may not receive their invitation right away. If you do not receive an invitation on August 7, don't worry—our staff will be reaching out to ensure every family is successfully connected before the school year begins.

We look forward to using ClassDojo to strengthen our partnership with our families and keep everyone informed throughout the year.

I am so thrilled to introduce myself as your new Academic Dean! Entering my 18th year in education, this role feels extra special to me—as a proud product of NISD (having attended Braun Station, Stevenson MS, and O’Connor High School), serving this community is truly a homecoming.

Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of serving students and families in a variety of roles, including English teacher, AVID teacher, Student Success Advisor, ESL teacher, District High School ESL Specialist, and most recently, District PK–12 Newcomer Program Coordinator. Through it all, my passion has always been creating high-quality learning experiences, fostering student growth, and ensuring every child has the support they need to succeed.

As a fellow parent—my husband and I are raising three daughters alongside the animals on our little farm—I deeply value the partnership between home and school. I am excited to work alongside our talented teachers and partner with you to make this a wonderful, inspiring school year for your children!

We hope everyone is well-rested and ready for a new year filled with exciting learning experiences. Below are a few key items to put your mind at ease as we jump into the school year. For our returning families, this information might be a quick refresher; for our new Hobby Hawks, this information will help ensure a smooth, stress-free transition to our campus!

Bus routes for all eligible students are available online.

• Route Information: Check "Buses and Boundaries" on our school website at www.nisd.net/Hobby to find your student's bus route.

• Tracking: Download the "Here Comes the Bus" app to track your student's ride in real-time.

• Questions or Opt-Ins: If you aren't sure if you opted in for transportation, or if you have questions, please contact Victoria Denton at (210) 397-6308 or call the North Transportation station at (210) 397-0850.

Important Update: Students are now required to scan their student IDs both upon entering and departing the bus.

• New Students & 6th Graders: All 6th graders, new students, and mid-year enrollees who did not previously receive an ID will be issued one at no cost.

• Returning Students: Please dust off last year's school ID card! If a replacement ID is needed, there is a $2.00 replacement fee.

Parents, if you have moved or changed your phone number recently, please contact our main office (210) 397-6300 as soon as possible to ensure your contact details are up to date. This includes emergency contact information as well.

• Students must be up to date on state required immunizations or have appropriate exemption documentation on file at school. If you have questions regarding current immunizations, contact Mrs. Montes, the school nurse at (210) 397-6254.

The E-CEP form is crucial for determining our school funding, state aid, and fee waivers. As a Title I school, this form helps Hobby secure federal, state, and local educational resources so we can continue meeting the needs of our diverse student population—including providing free breakfast and lunch for all students.

• Already completed? If you attended Prep-Day, this form was completed online during registration.

• Need to complete? If you have not filled it out yet, your student will be coming home with a physical copy. Please complete and return it as soon as possible so we can continue to provide essential resources, high-quality programs, and free meals for every student on our campus.

We look forward to another successful and rewarding school year together!

I am so excited to welcome both returning and new students and families to another amazing school year! My goal is to create a library where every student feels welcome, discovers books they love, and builds the skills they need to become lifelong learners. Whether your child already loves reading or is still searching for the right book, the library is here to support them every step of the way.

Students will visit the library with their ELA classes for orientation at the beginning of the school year to learn about library resources, expectations, and checkout procedures.

Once orientations are complete, students will be able to:

• 📚 Check out library books

• 🔎 Browse for books that match their interests

• 💻 Access research and digital resources

• 🎧 Use ebooks and audiobooks through Sora

• 📱 Place holds through Destiny Discover

📌 For more details about library procedures, expectations, and student access, please scan the QR code included in the Prep Day pamphlet.

Students are welcome to visit the library:

• 🌅 Before school (8:00-8:30 AM)

• 🏫 During the school day with teacher permission

• 🌞 After school for quick library needs (Until 4:30)

The library is a welcoming space for reading, learning, researching, and exploring new interests.

📌 Additional information about library access and procedures can be found by scanning the QR code in the Prep Day pamphlet.

Families play an important role in helping students develop a love of reading! Here are a few simple ways you can support your child this year:

• 📚 Encourage your child to read for at least 20 minutes each day

• 💬 Ask them about what they're reading and what they enjoy

• 🏡 Help them keep library books in a safe place at home

• ⭐ Encourage them to try new genres and authors

Even a few minutes of reading each day can make a big difference!

📌 Want more family reading tips? Scan the QR code in the Prep Day pamphlet.

Keep an eye out for exciting library events throughout the year, including:

• 📚 Library Club

• 🏆 Battle of the Books

• 🎨 Reading challenges and special activities

• 📖 New book displays and themed collections

• 🎉 Family and school reading events

There will be plenty of opportunities for students to discover new books and get involved!

📌 Event details and sign-ups will be shared through QR codes and school announcements throughout the year.

If you ever have questions about library services, need book recommendations for your child, or simply want to connect, please don't hesitate to reach out.

I'm looking forward to another wonderful year of reading, learning, and growing together.

Happy Reading! 📚🩷

Welcome to Hobby MS 26/27 School Year. I look forward to providing the best possible care to our students and staff.

We are excited to welcome our incoming 6th grade students and families to our 6th Grade Open House at William P. Hobby Middle School!

Join us on Thursday, August 6th, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM for a come-and-go event designed to help students and families feel prepared and excited for the upcoming school year.

We are excited to welcome our 7th and 8th grade students and families to our Open House at William P. Hobby Middle School!

Join us on Tuesday, August 18th, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM for a come-and-go event designed to help students and families feel prepared and excited for the upcoming school year.

This year marks a special milestone—55 years of Hobby Middle School! For more than five decades, our school community has been dedicated to helping students learn, grow, and succeed. As we celebrate this anniversary, we invite our families to be part of our 55th Anniversary Fall PTA Fundraiser.

Your support helps the PTA continue to make a meaningful impact by:

• 📚 Enhancing classrooms and student learning

• 🍎 Supporting our outstanding teachers and staff

• 🎭 Expanding student programs and enrichment opportunities

• 🛡️ Improving campus safety and creating welcoming spaces

• 💙 Building school spirit and celebrating our Hobby Hawks

📱 Ready to give? Simply scan the QR code on the flyer to make your donation.

Thank you for supporting Hobby Middle School and helping our Hawks soar!

One School. One Community. One Mission.

At Hobby Middle School we use Class Dojo to help keep families connected throughout the school year.

Families will automatically receive an invitation to join Class Dojo on August 7th

School supply lists for the upcoming school year are available. To view your child's grade-level supply list, please click the link below:

To secure bus transportation for the 2026–2027 school year, eligible families will be required to register their students in advance.

Families can use the Buses & Boundaries System to determine whether their physical address qualifies for bus transportation.

Families new to Northside ISD may register for bus transportation when completing the New Student Registration process beginning January 20, 2026.

Currently enrolled families will register for bus transportation during the Returning Student Registration process beginning March 16, 2026.

Eligible students, both new and returning, must register for bus transportation by June 30, 2026, to guarantee transportation services for the first day of school.

• Bus transportation for eligible special education students will be scheduled separately at the campus with the case manager during the ARD meeting.
• Students enrolled in magnet schools who require transportation must also register for these services.

Learn how to register »

Dress Code: Dress for Success School staff recognizes that parents bear the primary responsibility for setting standards for their children’s dress and grooming. However, because of health and safety factors, the influence of dress and grooming on students’ attitude and behavior, and because of the need to prevent disruptive influences and preserve the academic environment of the school, student dress and grooming are appropriate concerns of teachers and administrators. The district’s dress code is implemented (Section D); therefore, students will be expected to follow the guidelines set forth by the district. Dress code standards are extended to extra-curricular activities held on the campus. In an effort to promote a safe and positive school environment which is conducive to learning, students should wear appropriate clothing that will not cause disruptions in learning or safety. Inappropriate, indecent, suggestive or distracting clothing will not be allowed. *Final determination of acceptable dress code and grooming rests with the Principal or his/her designees.

Part of supporting our students’ academic and social growth involves maintaining a disruption-free learning space. With that in mind, we want to gently remind our community about our campus dress code expectations—specifically regarding student hairstyles.

Starting this term, we will be fully aligning our campus practices with our NISD dress code policy:

Expectation: Hair must be neat, clean, and kept in a way that does not cause a distraction to the teaching and learning environment.