January 25, 2026
Weather Update – No School Monday, January 26th
As a precaution due to the inclement winter weather forecast across Texas, all Houston ISD schools will be closed on Monday, January 26.
Please continue to stay posted for updates regarding any potential extensions, as the district closely monitors weather conditions.
Please stay warm and stay safe.
Lions of the Month 🦁
Congratulations to January’s Lions of the Month! Students will hear their name LOUD AND PROUD in Wednesday morning's announcements. They don't know they've won yet, so please keep it a secret until then! If you are the proud parent of one of these students, you are invited to join us in the office to hear the morning announcements at 7:30!
After announcements, your child will receive a goody bag and Lions of the Month t-shirt (designed by two of our very own students!).
Please send your child to school on Thursday, the 29th in this shirt. IF YOUR CHILD HAS EVER WON LIONS OF THE MONTH, PLESE SEND THEM TO SCHOOL THURSDAY IN THEIR SHIRT! We are all going to wear them to honor this month’s winners!
Congratulations, students and parents! For the whole month, your child's poster will be featured on our bulletin board. At the end of the month, I will send it home, so you can show it off to everyone!
-Mrs. Gina Garcia, Assistant Principal
📶 Free Internet Access for Eligible Students
T-Mobile launched Project 10 Million in 2020 and still continues helping families who need internet in their households.
-Free 200GB of internet for 5 years!
-One free hotspot per household
-No fees, costs, or annual recertifications
Scan the QR Code on the flyer, east application. If you need assistance, you may reach me at evelyn.olivares@houstonisd.org or at (713) 726-3634
STAAR NIGHT 2026
3rd-5th Grade Parents,
Join us for STAAR Night on Wednesday, January 28th. Teachers will be leading sessions discussing what students should expect on the STAAR and share strategies and resources kids can use at home.
We'll have childcare for school aged students downstairs so parents can focus on the teachers' sessions. Pizza will be provided before the sessions in the cafeteria from 5:30-6. Please use the QR code on the flyer or click here to RSVP so we have enough pizza available.
**Note, this is a new date! We will no longer have STAAR Night on Thursday, January 29th as previously scheduled.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Heather Grosso at hgrosso@houstonisd.org
- Heather Grosso, Teacher Specialist
Respect means viewing others positively, recognizing their worth, dignity and rights.
It involves treating people with consideration, courtesy and understanding.
Week 1- This week, show respect by listening actively to others.
When someone else is talking, be present, listen actively with no judgement. Wait for others to finish their ideas before you ask questions or share your thoughts.
Week 2- This week, show respect by using polite language.
Use kind words when you talk about yourself, to others or about others.
Week 3- This week, show respect by acknowledging others’ perspectives. Listen to others, share your thoughts politely, and accept that it is okay to have a different opinion or perspective.
Week 4-This week, show respect by being courteous.
Show your manners, use kind language like please and thank you. Be courteous and considerate by respecting other people’s space and feelings.
-Mrs. Susan Carlock, Counselor
PTO & PARKER FRIENDS UPDATES
✅ This Week’s To-Do List
📣 A Quick Update from PTO
In case anyone experiences a power outage, we have moved the enrichment club registration date to help ensure everyone has a fair chance to register. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.
📬 Keep an eye out for our upcoming PTO newsletter in your inbox. You can always access current and past newsletters here. It will include, 🕺🤠 Auction Gala 101. Whether this is your first Parker auction or you're a returning guest, you'll learn everything you need to know about this year’s big night on February 27th.
⏰ Enrichment Clubs sales open Tuesday, January 27th at 8 pm
Visit the PTO website to view all available clubs for this semester.
⚠️ Please note: Before care will not be offered to kindergarten students this session due to limited space and staffing. We appreciate your understanding.
🍬 Candy Grams
PTO is excited to bring back Candy Grams this year. Look for a Candy Gram form in the Tuesday folder to fill out.
🎁 Candy Grams can be sent to:
• Friends in any grade
• Administrators and staff
• From grown-ups to students
Cost: 50 cents each, cash only
Last day to purchase: February 11
No late purchases will be accepted.
🙋 Want to help? We would love volunteers to assist with coordination and assembly.
Email president@parkerpto.org if you can help between February 9 and 11.
🛍️ February 3rd from 4pm-6pm at the Highland Village Store
Kendra Scott event, shop in person or online
🦁 February 6 to 8
Spirit Weekend with Tomfoolery Toys & Books
Mention Parker, and 10% of your purchase will go back to PTO.
Jeanette Mueller
President, Parker Elementary PTO
www.parkerpto.org
832-987-2052 (PTO)
