Week of May 18th
SBISD Skyward Family Access
SBISD uses Skyward Family Access which is a password-protected site that provides both parents and students access to course grades, homework, attendance, and other important data! Families can find their student’s teacher assignment in Skyward Family Access by the morning of Meet the Teacher on August 11, 2026. Contact Kimberly Muckridge, NHE Attendance Specialist, at kimberly.muckridge@springbranchisd.com for more information on how to sign up for Skyward Family Access. There's an app! The app is available through Apple, Amazon, and Google app stores and is compatible with Apple and Android mobile devices.
SBISD SchoolCafé
SBISD uses SchoolCafé to help families easily manage their student’s meal account in one convenient place! Through SchoolCafé, you can make payments, set up Auto Pay, create purchase restrictions, receive low balance alerts, submit meal applications, apply for benefits, view letters, review purchases, and explore school menus. It's a helpful tool for staying informed and managing your student’s cafeteria account throughout the school year! We look forward to welcoming parents and guardians to join their student(s) for lunch beginning Monday, August 31, 2026!
SBISD Bus Transportation and NHE Change of Transportation
SBISD offers bus transportation for eligible students! Families are encouraged to visit the district website to find their student’s bus route information before the start of school. Having this information on hand will also be helpful at Meet the Teacher, since parents will be asked how their student plans to get home after school each day!
Need to change your student's way home? No problem! If your student requires a change in transportation, please email the request to nhe@springbranchisd.com and your student's teacher before 1:00 p.m. to help ensure the change is received and communicated before dismissal. Please include your student’s name, grade, teacher, and change of transportation on the email.
SBISD School Absences
SBISD Elementary Dress Code
To help everyone start the school year smoothly, families are encouraged to review SBISD’s dress code guidelines. Students should come to school in clothing that is comfortable and appropriate for a full day of learning! A few important reminders for elementary students:
- Students should wear tennis shoes on days they participate in health fitness classes. Sandals, flip-flops, and Crocs are not permitted at any time.
- Shoes with built-in wheels are not allowed.
- Clothing should not include inappropriate language, images, or references to tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or gang-related symbols. Please avoid crop tops and spaghetti straps.
- Hats, caps, bandanas, hairnets, trench coats, dusters, and hoods worn over the head are not permitted during the school day. Hats are only allowed if given as an incentive by teachers or during specific school events.
- Costumes and costume accessories are not allowed unless they are part of an approved school event.
The district may also restrict clothing or grooming that interferes with safety or the school day. Families can find complete dress code information in the 2026-2027 SBISD Student/Parent Handbook (English)/2026-2027 SBISD Student/Parent Handbook (Spanish)!
SBISD Communications App
SBISD families now have one convenient, connected way to stay informed! Instead of using multiple websites, apps, and communication tools, the Spring Branch ISD TX app brings important school and district information together in one place. With the app, families can access:
- District and school websites
- Live Feed stories, celebrations, and announcements
- School calendars, events, and important resources
- Emergency alerts and timely notifications
- Personalized notifications based on your interests
- Secure classroom-to-family communication through Rooms, including two-way messaging with your child’s teachers and school staff
To log in to the Spring Branch ISD TX app, families should use the email address and phone number on file in Skyward Family Access. During annual registration, please review and update your contact information to make sure you receive important school and district communications. For more information, visit the SBISD communications website!
SBISD Summer Reading Challenge Information
The district submission window for the SBISD Summer Reading Challenge has closed, but there is still time to turn in your child's reading minutes to be counted within our campus.
You may submit your child's reading minutes through Friday, August 21 by emailing their reading log to Ms. Henao at sandra.henao@springbranchisd.com or have your child turn in the reading log at school.
NHE SPARK Park Closure Reminder
Although the NHE SPARK Park area is currently closed, some students and families have still been entering the space despite posted signage and locked gates. Dr. Wright has asked that we help remind our community to please respect the closure and avoid entering the SPARK Park area over the next two weeks. This is important to help protect the new surface and ensure the project is completed successfully. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
NHE Meet the Teacher - August 11, 2026
SBISD First Day of School - August 13, 2026
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is August 13, 2026! Regular school hours are 7:55 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and the front office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Student drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m., and students may not be left unattended before that time. Please note that students arriving after 7:55 a.m. must be walked in and signed in by a parent or guardian. A valid ID is required for sign-in. On the first two days of school only, parents may walk their student to class and need to exit the building by 8:15 a.m. We look forward to welcoming our students back for a great year at NHE!
NHE Open House - September 10, 2026
Open House will be held on September 10, 2026 at 4:30-6:00 p.m.! This event gives parents and guardians an opportunity to visit the school, learn more about their child’s classroom experience, and hear directly from teachers about routines, expectations, and curriculum for the year. It is a valuable chance to strengthen home-school connections and gain a better understanding of what students will be learning throughout the school year. Preordered spirit wear items will also be available for pickup at Open House! Only limited extra inventory will be available for purchase. Stay after for the first NHE PTA General Membership meeting of the year at 6:15-7:15 p.m. in the NHE cafeteria where proposed amendments to the PTA budget, Bylaws, and Standing Rules will be presented and the membership vote will take place at that time. The current NHE PTA Bylaws and Standing Rules may be reviewed here. We look forward to seeing you there!
2026-2027 NHE PTA Executive Board
We are pleased to introduce the 2026-2027 Nottingham Elementary PTA Executive Board. This team of parent volunteers helps lead our PTA’s programs, communications, fundraising, volunteer efforts, and other initiatives that support our school community throughout the year. Please use the contact information below if you have questions or would like to connect with a board member! We'd love to hear from you!
President: Cassie McClung, president@nottinghampta.org
VP Programs: Alex Brock, programs@nottinghampta.org
VP Arts and Education: Jennifer Brown, artsandedu@nottinghampta.org
VP Volunteers: Jessica Merritt, volunteers@nottinghampta.org
VP Communications: Michelle Klovans, vp_communications@nottinghampta.org
VP Fundraising: Natalie Hightower, fundraising@nottinghampta.org
Treasurer: Maggie Reyes, treasurer@nottinghampta.org
Secretary: Dawn Rasch, secretary@nottinghampta.org
NHE PTA Big Form and Membership Open - August 1, 2026
The PTA Big Form is your one-stop shop for getting connected, and supporting our PTA and school community. Through the Big Form, which opened August 1, 2026, parents and guardians can renew or purchase a PTA membership, check out upcoming volunteer opportunities, order a birthday or 5th grade graduation marquee sign, explore Knighthood Fund donation opportunities, and more.
Have five minutes?! Parents and guardians are encouraged to create a Membership Toolkit account and complete the Big Form. It's a quick and easy way to remain informed, get involved, and stay connected to school events and activities throughout the year!
NHE PTA Popsicles on the Playground for Kindergarten and New Students - August 9, 2026
Join us on August 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. on the NHE playground for Popsicles on the Playground, a fun NHE PTA Family Engagement event for all incoming Kindergarten and new families to NHE! This is a great opportunity for students and parents to meet, connect, and get to know one another before the start of the school year. We look forward to welcoming your family to NHE!
🎫NHE PTA Mamacitas' Knight Out - August 15, 2026
School is back in session, and it is time for moms to celebrate! Join your fellow NHE mamacitas for our annual back-to-school Mamacitas' Knight Out parent-hosted fiesta on August 15, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. This event is currently sold out, but if you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact fundraising@nottinghampta.org!
Host Families: Julianna and Trey Crain, Stephanie and Jared Flynn, Allie and Russell Hodges, Brandee and Frank Johnson, Ashlee and Kevin Menchaca, Giovanna and Matt Molina, Lori and Bobby Zabor
NHE PTA General Membership Meeting - September 10, 2026
Join us for our first NHE PTA General Membership Meeting of the school year on September 10, 2026, following Open House! The NHE PTA Executive Board is recommending a proposed amendment to the PTA Bylaws and Standing Rules to streamline the Executive Board structure and focus membership on officers and key governance roles. The Standing Rules would also be updated to reflect these changes and ensure consistency between the organization’s governing documents.
In accordance with PTA requirements, and in the interest of full transparency, this information is being shared with the NHE PTA General Membership at least 30 days prior to the vote. The proposed amendments will be presented at the first General Membership Meeting and the membership vote will take place at that time. The current NHE PTA Bylaws and Standing Rules may be reviewed here. We look forward to seeing you there!
🎫SBEF Style Show and Luncheon - September 11, 2026
Join us for the SBEF Style Show & Luncheon on September 11, 2026 at The Post Oak Hotel for one of SBEF’s signature fundraising events supporting SBISD students and educators. This year’s theme, Round Top on the Runway, promises a fun and festive afternoon of fashion and philanthropy. We hope you will make plans to attend this special event in support of our schools!
NHE PTA Spirit Wear
Show your NHE spirit with our Spirit Wear collection! Some of our spirit wear items are ordered through specialty vendors, so those items must have been preordered by August 2, 2026. These preorder items will be available for pickup at Open House on September 10, 2026. Only limited extra inventory will be available for purchase at Open House, so ordering early was encouraged!
Other spirit wear items are available for purchase year-round in our online store! For additional t-shirts and bags, please visit our secondary store through a third-party vendor; those items will ship directly to you! All sales are final. Thank you for supporting the NHE Knights and the PTA!
NHE PTA School Supplies
If you preordered school supplies in May through Educational Products, your student’s supplies will be delivered directly to the classroom and will be ready and waiting at Meet the Teacher on August 11, 2026. If you missed the deadline to preorder packaged school supplies, no worries! Please refer to the 2026-2027 Nottingham Elementary school supply list to purchase the needed items before the first day of school. For questions or assistance, please contact the NHE PTA School Supply Chair at nheschoolsupplies@nottinghampta.org.
2026 Tax-Free Weekend
The Texas Comptroller encourages all taxpayers to support Texas businesses while saving money on tax-free purchases of most clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks (sold for less than $100) during the annual Tax-Free Weekend! Qualifying items can be purchased tax free from a Texas store or from an online or catalog seller doing business in Texas. In most cases, you do not need to give the seller an exemption certificate to buy qualifying items tax free! The 2026 sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 7, 2026 and goes through midnight Sunday, August 9, 2026. The sales tax exemption applies only to qualifying items you buy during the sales tax holiday.
NHE PTA Box Tops Fundraiser
Support NHE in a simple way that costs you nothing extra! Box Tops for Education makes it easy for families and community members to help raise money for our school without making a direct donation or volunteering time. Just download the Box Tops app, select Nottingham Elementary, and scan your grocery receipts to earn cash for our school on eligible purchases. You can learn more about how to earn and start supporting NHE right away. NHE has historically received more than $14,000 through this program, so every receipt truly makes a difference. Thank you for helping support our students and school community!
NHE PTA Knighthood Fund
NHE PTA Community Partners
But wait, there's more! Your PTA membership gives you access to exclusive discount offers! Click here to access your discount codes!
NHE PTA Flag Membership
Show your school spirit and celebrate our nation all year long! For just $60 per year, NHE dads will place an American flag in your yard for each of the six major patriotic holidays. All proceeds directly support the NHE PTA. This program is available to all homes zoned to Nottingham. Sign up for your flag today!
Volunteer Opportunities Coming Soon
Volunteers are the heart of our school community at NHE! We need your help to support our students, teachers, and staff. Whether you're interested in volunteering for PTA sponsored activities and events or giving your time to help our teachers and staff at the school, we have a spot for you! Families interested in being considered for Room Parent may sign-up on the paper form located in each classroom during Meet the Teacher. After responses have been collected, individuals will be randomly selected and notified by the Room Parent Coordinator! Interested in getting more involved or have questions? Contact Jessica Merritt, VP Volunteers, at volunteers@nottinghampta.org, or visit our website!
All volunteers must be a SBISD approved volunteer. Click to register with SBISD and remember, you must re-register every school year. To volunteer for PTA sponsored activities, please join the PTA! Don't forget your ID. You must show your ID and sign-in at the NHE Front Office each time you volunteer. Review the Important Reminders and Guidelines information.
SBISD Reading Buddies
SBISD Reading Buddies meet 1:1 with a 2nd grader for 30 minutes a week to increase the students’ reading level while developing a lifelong love of literacy. Volunteer training, resources, and continued supports are provided by Spring Branch ISD!
SBISD SpringBoard
SpringBoard is SBISD's longstanding mentoring program that matches a student “on the brink of success” with a caring adult mentor to be a role model, advocate, and friend. Mentors meet with students 1:1 for 30-45 minutes a week and provide young people with the gift of hope and a vision of success!
