The Weekly Update #4

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Whew!! We came back from break and jumped straight into MAP testing—and our students absolutely locked in! Walking through the halls this week, we could see scholars focused, determined, and giving their very best effort. We are so proud of them, and we’re excited to see the amazing growth in their scores!

Students now know both their Beginning-of-Year (BOY) MAP scores and the scores from this week’s Middle-of-Year tests. Please take a moment to talk with your child—ask how they felt about their performance, where they felt strong, and where they may need extra support. These conversations help us work together to ensure every student gets the help they need to continue growing.

With just 10 days left before Winter Break, let’s stay focused and finish strong! Encourage your scholars to check their grades, complete missing assignments, and make sure their report cards reflect their hard work.

Tardy Policy Updates for Between Classes:

Parents, we need your help ensuring students are in class on time. Three or more tardies in one week will result in an after-school detention. If a student receives three or more tardies for two consecutive weeks, the consequence will elevate to a Saturday detention.

Thank you for helping us reinforce responsibility and respect for instructional time. ⏰💛

Please continue reading through the rest of the newsletter for more updates, upcoming dates, and ways to stay involved. Thank you for your continued partnership and support!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the weather gets colder, we want to ensure students stay warm while still following the school dress code.

Please review the following reminders with your child:

• Warm-up pants, sweatpants, joggers, and athletic pants are not allowed as uniform bottoms.
• Students may wear sweatpants over their jeans on cold mornings, but they must remove them once inside the building.
• Beanies, hoodies, and other cold-weather headgear may be worn outdoors but must be removed indoors unless they meet dress code guidelines.

We have also seen an increase in students not wearing their assigned grade-level uniform shirt. Please help us ensure students are wearing the correct color each day:

• 6th Grade – Black
• 7th Grade – Red
• 8th Grade – Yellow

If a student arrives out of dress code:

• They will be required to call a parent or guardian to bring appropriate clothing.
• If a change of clothes cannot be provided, the student will be assigned to ISS for the day.

If your family does not have appropriate clothing for the colder weather, please reach out to our campus. We are here to support you and can assist with resources to help keep students warm and in dress code.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and partnership in keeping our scholars safe, warm, and ready to learn.

Winter Coat Drive!

We are currently collecting coats, jackets, and sweaters for families in need. Donations can be dropped off in the cafeteria. The last day to donate is December 18th! Thank you for helping keep our community warm this winter.

❄️✨ Holiday fun is on the way! Families are invited to our Winter Literacyland event—open to all Pre-K–8th grade students. Join us on Friday, Dec. 12 at Dekaney HS from 5–7 p.m. for reading adventures, activities, and festive surprises!

LOTC Can/Food Drive

Our Cadets collected over 1,500 and donated to the Houston Food Bank. Way to go, CADETS!

✨ Your dream school awaits! Spring ISD Schools of Choice applications are open now through Jan. 9, 2026. Don’t wait—learn more and apply today: https://choosespring.org/school-choice/

✨ ¡La escuela de sus sueños le espera! Las solicitudes para las escuelas de elección del distrito escolar Spring ISD están abiertas hasta el 9 de enero de 2026. No espere más, obtenga más información y presente su solicitud hoy mismo: https://choosespring.org/school-choice/

Every day truly counts in Spring ISD! When students are in class, they stay connected, confident and ready to learn. Missing even one day before Winter break can set students back, as new material is still being taught. Let’s finish the year strong—together in culture, together in accountability. 💛

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¡Cada día realmente cuenta en Spring ISD! Cuando los estudiantes están en clase, se mantienen conectados, seguros y listos para aprender. Faltar incluso un solo día antes de las vacaciones de invierno puede retrasar a los estudiantes, ya que aún se está enseñando material nuevo. Terminemos el año con fuerza, juntos en la cultura, juntos en la responsabilidad. 💛

¿Quieres conocer más sobre las fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento de tu hijo? MAP Growth es una prueba computarizada que se aplica tres veces al año y se adapta a las respuestas de los estudiantes. Ayuda a los maestros a personalizar el aprendizaje y a las familias a seguir el progreso de sus hijos. Conoce más sobre MAP Growth y cómo leer tu Informe Familiar: ¿Qué es MAP Growth?

In Spring ISD, we're dedicated to providing our students with the best possible transportation experience. If you love driving and want to make a difference in our community, we have opportunities available right now. Join us in keeping our students safe and supported on the road!

At Spring ISD, we know it takes a village! Parents, join us as partners in your child’s education and make a difference by volunteering at our schools. Together, we can help every student succeed!