Dear Twin Creek Families,

Over the next two weeks, our students will be taking the STAAR assessments. During this important testing period, we want to ensure that our campus remains a focused, secure, and supportive environment for all scholars.

Please take note of the following important reminders:

• No backpacks are allowed during STAAR testing days. We will provide all necessary supplies for students.

• Students must turn in their cell phones, smartwatches, and other electronic devices to their teachers upon entering the testing site. Per the Texas Education Agency (TEA) guidelines, these items are strictly prohibited during testing.

• We encourage all students to leave smartwatches at home.

• Our campus will be a closed campus during testing. This means no food deliveries and no lunch visits with students.

• Each day, please encourage your child to do their best. A positive mindset makes a big difference!

• Attendance is critical. Please ensure your child is present and on time, especially on their assigned testing days.

Here is our STAAR Testing Schedule:

• April 14 – STAAR Prep Rally @ 3 PM in the Gym

• April 15 – 7th & 8th Grade RLA STAAR

• April 16 – 6th Grade RLA STAAR

• April 17 – RLA Make-up Testing

• April 18 – Spring Holiday: Good Friday (No School)

• April 22 – School Bus Driver Appreciation Day & 7th Math, 8th Math, Algebra I STAAR

• April 23 – 6th Math & 8th Science STAAR

• April 24 – 8th Social Studies STAAR

• April 25 – Make-up Testing

Thank you for your continued support in helping our scholars succeed. Let’s work together to make this a smooth and successful testing season!

Educationally yours,

Dr. Shelby-King

STAAR testing is here, and Superintendent Lupita Hinojosa—along with our amazing staff—has a few words of encouragement for all our students getting ready to shine! 🌟📚 You've got this! 💪

• 4/14 STAAR Prep Rally @ 3 PM Gym
• April 15, 2025 – 7th RLA & 8th RLA STAAR
• April 16, 2025 – 6th RLA STAAR
• April 17, 2025 – RLA Make-up
• 4/18 Spring Holiday: Good Friday - No School for Students or Staff
• 4/22 School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
• April 22, 2025 – 7th Math, 8th Math, & Algebra 1 STAAR
• April 23, 2025 – 6th Math & 8th Science STAAR
• April 24, 2025 – 8th Social Studies STAAR
• April 25, 2025 – Make-up Testing
• 4/28 Spring HS Color Guard Recruitment 5th period
• 4/28-4/29 Beginner Band Rehearsal: 4:45 - 5:45 PM Twin Creeks Band Hall

• May 5-ELA MAP

• May 6-ELA Math
• May 7-ELA Science
• May 8-ELA Makeup
• May 9-Math Makeup
• May 12 and 13- Makeups as needed
• May12th -16th (BOGO) Bookfair Buy One Get One Free

-Yearbooks can now be purchased in-person for $35
-Cash is the only payment accepted
-Payments can be made during 6th period in room 818 with Ms. Moore (receipts will be provided)
-The first 50 scholars to purchase a yearbook will receive 5 free dress passes.

Parents and Families of 8th Graders,

We have finalized all of the fun and exciting end-of-the-year activities. Our 8th-grade scholars will create lifelong memories as they say goodbye to Twin Creeks Middle School. Below are events to look forward to.

8th Grade Parent Information Meeting Wednesday, April 9, 2025

8th Grade Formal Friday, May 16, 2025

8th Grade Field Trip- TBD Tuesday, May 20, 2025

8th Grade Movie Day Tuesday, May 27, 2025

8th Grade Picnic Wednesday, May 28, 2025

8th Grade Ceremony Thursday, May 29, 2025

**End of the Year Exclusions**

Students may not participate in end-of-the-year activities if they have been assigned in-school or out-of-school suspension, nor assigned to Spring ISD’s alternative DAEP program from March 17th to May 30, 2025.

Students who participate in actions that would result in suspensions/expulsions during the end-of-year activities or ceremony practice may be excluded from any further activities and/or ceremony. No refunds will be issued.

Parent Volunteers

In order to make all of the end-of-year activities successful, we will need your assistance. We are seeking volunteers for chaperones for the field trip, set up, clean up, food, service, or monetary donations for each event. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please complete the Spring ISD Parent Volunteer Form a minimum of 10 days prior to the event for clearance.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement. An updated itinerary will be sent once events are finalized. We look forward to working with you to make the last days of middle school unforgettable for our scholars! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Traci Walker 8th Grade AP twalke3@springisd.org

Nicholl Irvin 8th Grade Counselor nirvin@springisd.org

Tania Gonzalez 8th Grade Admin. Assistant tgonzalez@springisd.org

Best Regards,

8th Grade Team

We want to remind everyone that if your scholar has any discipline concerns Beginning 3/17/25 that results in your scholar being assigned to EC, OSS or earning an N or U on his/her progress or report cards, he/she may not participate in any school sponsored activities (dances, talent shows, faculty v student games, during or after school shows/events including end of year celebrations like Prom.) Students must behave appropriately in order to be trusted to behave in all of our fun-filled activities.

I also want to remind you that we are a Zero Tolerance District. Please make certain your scholars understand that the consequence for their first offense is being placed in alternative school anywhere from 15 to 45 days. We make certain that an announcement is made daily reminding students of the District’s Zero Tolerance policies for fighting, recording fights and vaping and to practice positivity daily.

📚 Shoutout to our amazing BPA Scholars! 👏

After school, these dedicated students volunteer their time in the library, helping reshelve books and keep our shelves organized. Their hard work supports a space where knowledge is shared and curiosity grows. Thank you for making a difference, one book at a time! 🙌✨ #BPAScholars #LibraryHelpers #StudentLeaders #ServiceInAction

April is the perfect time to shower your teachers with appreciation! 🌸 Nominations for the Honored Schools Life-Changing Teacher Award close on April 30, so don’t wait—submit your Honor Story today at https://honoredschools.org. Your story could help your teacher win $2,500 and be recognized on the Honored Schools website!

¡Abril es el momento perfecto para llenar de agradecimiento a tus maestros! 🌸 Las nominaciones para el premio Honored Schools Life-Changing Teacher cierran el 30 de abril, así que no esperes más—envía tu historia de reconocimiento hoy en https://honoredschools.org. ¡Tu historia podría ayudar a tu maestro a ganar $2,500 y ser reconocido en el sitio web de Honored Schools!

Show off your school spirit with TCMS gear! 🎉 It's easier than ever to shop online—just click the link below, browse our collection, and place your order. Whether you're looking for shirts, hoodies, or other cool merch, we've got you covered!

Don’t wait—order now and represent TCMS in style! 💙✨

Parents this is a friendly remind of our cell phone policy:

Any student who films barricades hallways, moves to watch a fight, or participates in any manner during a fight will also face disciplinary actions including DAEP placement.

Spring ISD Parent/Guardians:

If your student is seeking to attend a school in 2025-26 for which they are not zoned, the window to submit a transfer application is now open at springisd.org/transfers.

The district offers different transfer types depending on the situation. Regardless of transfer type, transportation will NOT be provided to students. More information on each of the transfer types is available at springisd.org/transfers.

Just a reminder, students attending the district’s schools of choice (Roberson Middle School, Spring Leadership Academy, Carl Wunsche Sr. High School, P-TECH at Dekaney High School, IB Program at Spring High School, and Spring Early College Academy) are NOT considered transfer students since these programs do not have attendance boundaries. Students accepted into these programs receive transportation. Current and incoming students at Springwoods Village who have been accepted to the campus through the school of choice process are also not considered transfer students and transportation will be provided.

Students in good standing as it relates to academics, attendance, and behavior can be automatically renewed for the 2025-2026 school year. Campus principals are currently in the process of evaluating students with school transfers. Please note:

• If you are on a campus on a current transfer, you do NOT need to fill out a transfer application, unless you are informed by the campus principal that your transfer is not being renewed.

• If you are changing address and will be attending/zoned to a new Spring ISD campus, you do not need a transfer application to attend that new campus. Please contact the Registrar at the new campus for assistance.

• Students in 5th and 8th grades will need to submit new transfer application requests for middle school or high school transfer requests.

• Students who reside in the district but do not currently attend a Spring ISD school will need to fill out an "inter-district" transfer application.

Students who have not maintained the requirements for a student transfer will be assessed and provided an opportunity for improvement. However, if the campus principal determines that the student has not met the transfer requirements, the student will be returned to their regularly zoned campus.

Applications for transfers will be processed as submitted. Parents should receive a notification if the transfer request is approved or denied within 10 school days from when submitted. Notification will be sent via email. Should you have any questions about the online transfer application, please reach out to Dr. Eric Tingle (etingle@springisd.org).

Please make sure we have an updated email address and phone number for you in the Aeries Portal.

Stay informed about the latest Bond project updates at our campus! These improvements not only enhance learning spaces and resources for our students but also promote energy efficiency and long-term cost savings. Thank you for your continued support!

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