The Booker Bulletin

Oct 27 - Celebrate Red Ribbon Week! WEAR RED

Or Wear Superhero Shirts - because you're my SUPERHEROES!

Oct 28 - Wear your hats and college shirts!

Oct 29 - Wear Pink or wear your shirts backwards or camo!

Oct 30 - Twin Day or Neon Colors Day

Oct 31 - Character Day or Spirit Day - Hip Hip Hooray! STOP DROP & READ & SAY NO TO DRUGS!

Nov 3 - Student Holiday

Nov. 4 - Election Day - Student holiday

Nov 10 - Presale tickets available for FAMILY FEASTS (Beat the line, buy ahead of time!)

Nov 17 - 21 - Fall Book Fair

Nov 21 - Family Feast Day - Come FELLOWSHIP WITH FRIENDS & FAMILIES

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Oct 21 - 25 - National School Bus Safety Week

Oct 27-31 - Red Ribbon Week

Nov. 10 -14 - No Place for Hate - Anti-Bullying Week

Nov 24 - 28 - Thanksgiving Break

Dear Booker Families,

As we continue our “Turnaround in Action” journey, we are proud to say that our Bengals are showing growth, grit, and great determination! Let’s keep that same momentum going—inside and outside the classroom.

🗳️ Civic Engagement Matters
Early voting is now open through October 31, and we encourage all of our Booker families and community members to make their voices heard in the November 4 Election. Voting is one of the most powerful ways to model civic responsibility for our children—our future leaders!

🎯 Academic Focus: 23 Days to MOY Testing
We have just 23 school days until our Middle of the Year (MOY) testing begins. Every lesson, every homework assignment, every effort counts toward showing how far our Bengals have come!
Parents—do you know your child’s goal? Have you discussed their strengths, areas for growth, and plans for success? Together, we can make sure every student hits their mark!

💻 At-Home Learning Tools
Please continue to support learning at home by using our STAAR practice resources on the TEA website, along with Spring ISD programs such as Amira, Amplify Boost, and i-Ready. Limit screen “table time” and encourage productive practice that strengthens reading, math, and writing foundations.

✍️ Family Engagement Challenge
This week, help your Bengal become a confident communicator!

• Have them write what they want for dinner or from the grocery store.

• Encourage them to write a letter to a friend or relative.

• Ask them to speak in complete sentences and explain their thinking—this builds academic vocabulary and clarity!

• Invite them to write down what they’re thankful for as we end October and enter a season of gratitude.

Every small action at home reinforces the big learning goals we’re striving toward at school.

💙🐾 Booker is the Best—Now Let’s Show All the Rest!

With continued partnership, focus, and pride, we will show the state—and ourselves—that Booker Elementary is a campus on the move: stronger, smarter, and shining brighter every day.

With Bengal Pride,
Mrs. Keisha Womack
Proud Principal, Booker Elementary School
“Striving for Excellence in Culture, Academics, and Results—Every Day!”
#FutureReady #TurnaroundInAction #BengalPride

• From the first stop to the last, our bus drivers keep students safe every day.

• This week, we highlight school bus safety and thank our drivers for the vital role they play in education

• Desde la primera parada hasta la última, nuestros conductores de autobús velan por la seguridad de los estudiantes cada día. Esta semana, destacamos la seguridad en los autobuses escolares y agradecemos a nuestros conductores el papel fundamental que desempeñan en la educación.

🎙️ "Hey Booker Bengals!"

This is Principal Womack, and I have a BIG challenge for you! Our Middle of the Year testing is coming up — and we are laser-focused on growth!

Every Bengal has a goal, and now it’s time to HIT YOUR MOY GOAL and show what you know! If you meet your goal, you’ll earn a Winter Wonderland Play Day filled with fun, games, and surprises! ❄️🎉

And Bengals who go above and beyond — those who EXCEED their End of Year goals — will earn a trip to BIG AIR! 🎢💥

So study hard, stay focused, and remember — at Booker Elementary, we are Getting Better, Faster — One Bengal at a Time!

Let’s go, Bengals — you’ve got this! 💪💙🐾

As we move through our 28-day countdown to mid-year testing, I want to take a moment to talk about mindset—specifically, the Mindset of Mastery.

💭 Mastery Over Mediocre

At Booker, “good enough” is no longer good enough. Our scholars deserve a learning experience built on excellence, not excuses.

We are challenging every student to aim higher:

• Not just approaching grade-level expectations, but meeting and mastering them.

• Not settling for “almost there,” but pushing for “I got it!”

• Not comparing themselves to others, but striving to beat their own best.

📖 A Mastery Mindset Starts at Home

You can help by reinforcing high expectations every day:

• Read with your child and ask comprehension questions.

• Review math facts daily—addition, subtraction, multiplication.

• Encourage your child to speak in full sentences and explain their thinking.

• Set boundaries around screen time and make time for meaningful conversations.

Ask your child:

“What did you master today?”
“What skill are you still working on?”

These questions help students think critically and stay goal-oriented.

💪 We Can and We Will

Turning around a campus isn’t just about changing numbers—it’s about changing mindsets.
When students, teachers, and families all believe that mastery is possible for every scholar, the results will follow.

In accordance with Senate Bill 12 (SB 12), parents now have the option to opt out of allowing their child to be seen in the school clinic during the school day.

Please note that if you choose to opt out:

• Your child may only be seen in the clinic for emergency situations.

• Regular or non-emergency visits to the nurse (such as headaches, stomachaches, minor scrapes, or other routine concerns) will not be allowed.

• You will be contacted to pick up your child for non-emergency situations.

• screenings like eyesight, hearing, and scoliosis can not be performed.

We urge you to carefully consider this decision, as opting out significantly limits our ability to support your child’s health needs during the school day.

To ensure your child can receive full care in the clinic, please complete the consent form at the link below: SB 12 Health Consent Form

If you have any questions before making this decision, please contact our school nurse:
Mrs. Hughes, RN
Phone: 281-891-8757

Thank you for your attention to this important matter and for working with us to keep all Razorbacks safe and healthy.

If you have already completed the form, we thank you for your prompt attention.

Dear Parent or Guardian,

State law requires all students in Spring ISD to have up-to-date immunizations or valid exemption documentation. Some parents have received a message from SISD stating records show missing or incomplete immunizations. Students who are not compliant may be excluded from school until records are updated.
👉 View Texas School Vaccine Requirements

Please contact your child’s healthcare provider or submit updated records to the school nurse as soon as possible.

Vaccine Resources:

• Spring ISD Immunization Requirements

• Harris Health “TOTS” Line: 713-873-TOTS (713-873-8687)

• All for Them Mobile Vaccine Clinic – Aldine ISD Locations

• Spring Branch Community Health Clinic: 15555 Kuykendahl Rd., Suite 319, Houston, TX 77090 (Free vaccines Tuesdays, 1–4 PM, call 281-885-4630)

• Call 2-1-1 for help finding local healthcare or vaccine providers.

If you have questions, please contact your school nurse.
Spring ISD

Head lice are most commonly spread by direct head-to-head contact, and are proven to have low contagion in classrooms (American Academy of Pediatrics). Lice do not fly, and their specially adapted feet make jumping impossible and holding on to smooth surfaces like plastic or metal (i.e. helmets or headphones) very difficult. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the potential spread due to contact with an infested person’s clothing or other personal items (such as hats, scarves, coats, combs, brushes or towels) is very uncommon, and hygiene/cleanliness in the home or school has nothing to do with getting head lice.

Prevention is focused on avoiding head-to-head contact (common during play at home, child care, school, sports activities, playgrounds, slumber parties and camps) and by prompt treatment of infested persons.

Typical symptoms include:

• persistent itching of the scalp;

• sores on the head caused by itching;

• nits (eggs) near root of hair concentrated behind ears and at nape of neck; and

• live lice noted on scalp.

Please continue to educate your child about avoidance of close head-to-head contact, and check his/her scalp routinely for evidence of lice. We recommend you consult a licensed medical provider for treatment if you suspect someone in your household has head lice. Should you decide to use an over-the-counter treatment, the CDC recommends you select an FDA-approved product since most home remedies have not been proven to be safe or effective. You should follow the manufacturer's instructions strictly and treat all household members suspected to have lice.

Retreat according to product instructions (usually 7-9 days) and consider nit removal to decrease the chance of the infestation reoccurring.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a secure and nurturing environment we are conducting a thorough review of student records to ensure that we have the most up-to-date information, particularly regarding any medical alerts and conditions.

To ensure we can provide the best possible care and support for your child in the event of a medical issue, we want to inform you that all medical alerts and medical plans must be current and accurate. Please make sure that you have updated medication administration forms and medicat diet forms if your child needs such.

Your Child’s Health and Safety

• We understand circumstances can change, so we update medical alerts as needed.

• These alerts help staff respond quickly and provide support during emergencies.

Request for Medical Information

• If your child has a medical issue that needs to be addressed or supported by the school nurse, please email the school nurse with the relevant information.

• If your child does not have a medical issue and you would like the medical alert removed from their profile, please also email the school nurse to confirm this.

Why This Matters

• Accurate and up-to-date medical information allows us to:

• Respond promptly and appropriately to medical emergencies.

• Support your child in maintaining academic success while managing their medical needs.

• Foster a safe and supportive learning environment tailored to your child’s unique requirements.

Additional Resources and Support

• If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s medical information, please contact our school nurse for assistance.

• If you believe your child may need additional resources or screenings to locate, identify, and evaluate a potential disability, please visit the link below to learn more about the Child Find process:
  Child Find Information

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to your child’s health and academic success. We greatly appreciate your partnership in creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for all our students.

Sincerely,

Nurse Hughes

MAP Growth Video

• Want to learn more about your child’s strengths and growth? MAP Growth is a computer test given three times a year that adapts to your students’ answers. It helps teachers personalize learning and families track progress. Learn more about MAP Growth and how to read your Family Report: What is MAP Growth?

• ¿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?

At Booker Elementary, we believe that when families understand the data, students grow stronger! Here’s a simple way to understand your child’s test scores and how we use them to track progress toward our campus goals.

🎯 Step 1: Look at Your Child’s Data (MAP or STAAR)

We use color-coding to make it simple!

ColorPerformance LevelMeaning

💡 Green + Blue = Academic Success!
When more students are in these two colors, our campus rating improves — that’s how we move from an “F” to a “B” or higher!

📈 Step 2: Understanding the 3 Domains of Student Success

Domain I: Student Achievement

This measures how well students perform on grade-level work (like STAAR and MAP).
👉 The goal is for students to Meet or Master grade level standards — Green or Blue!

Domain II: Student Progress

Every child may not pass yet — but all can grow!
If your child is below grade level, focus on making at least one year’s worth of progress in reading and math. Progress = Success!

Domain III: Closing the Gaps

This domain ensures no group is left behind.
We look at the progress of all subgroups —
🟣 At-Risk Students
🟢 Emergent Bilinguals
🔵 Special Education
🟠 Other Special Populations (Military, Homeless, Foster)

Each child’s growth counts! When every group grows, our whole campus improves.

🌟 How You Can Help at Home

• Review your child’s MAP report and note their color level.

• Ask: “What’s your goal for the next test?”

• Read together daily — even 15 minutes helps!

• Practice math facts, write letters, stories, or journal entries.

• Celebrate growth — big or small!

💬 Remember:

Every child can learn and grow. Some take longer, but progress is success.
Together, we can make sure every Bengal is Future Ready! 💙🐾

• Academic Family Guides (English)

• Graphic EN (PDF links are functional)

• Academic Family Guides (Español)

• Did you ever wonder what your child is learning in class right now—and how you can support them at home? We’ve got you covered! Please click the links below to explore the Academic Family Guides. These resources give you a snapshot of what your child will be learning during the first nine weeks of school, along with simple ways you can help reinforce that learning at home. At Spring ISD, we believe it takes all of us—you, your child’s teachers, the principal, and the entire district—working together as one team to give our scholars the very best. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s success!

• ¿Alguna vez se ha preguntado qué está aprendiendo su hijo en clase en este momento y cómo puede apoyarlo en casa? ¡Lo tenemos cubierto! Haga clic en los enlaces a continuación para explorar las Guías Académicas para Familias. Estos recursos le brindan un panorama de lo que su hijo aprenderá durante las primeras nueve semanas de clases, junto con maneras sencillas de reforzar ese aprendizaje en casa. En Spring ISD, creemos que se necesita de todos nosotros—usted, los maestros de su hijo, el director y todo el distrito—trabajando juntos como un solo equipo para brindarles a nuestros estudiantes lo mejor. ¡Gracias por asociarse con nosotros en el éxito de su hijo!

• 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!

• En Spring ISD, sabemos que se necesita un equipo. Padres, únanse a nosotros como aliados en la educación de sus hijos y marquen la diferencia como voluntarios en nuestras escuelas. ¡Juntos podemos ayudar a todos los estudiantes a alcanzar el éxito!

At Spring ISD, student safety is our top priority. EVERY student must have their ID badge to ride the bus. Our Badge Up for Safety policy keeps riders safe and allows parents to track rides in real time through the Smart Tag app. Learn more:https://www.springisd.org/smarttag

• Spring ISD is proud to go pink this October! We honor survivors, support fighters, and remember those we’ve lost. Together, we raise awareness and hope.

• ¡Spring ISD se enorgullece de vestirse de rosa este mes de octubre! Honramos a los sobrevivientes, apoyamos a los luchadores y recordamos a aquellos que hemos perdido. Juntos, creamos conciencia y esperanza.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

Parents, we want to remind you that all birthday celebrations are only 15 minutes long. To avoid long interruptions of instructional minutes, we must limit our celebrations, especially since we have a class size with sometimes 24 students. So, to help us out - we will only be accepting cupcakes and juices for birthday celebrations. No pizzas allowed. All cupcakes must be in sealed container with a label (with label) and juices must be boxed juices only. We would love to have additional treats such as pizza, but sadly we cannot afford to lose the instructional time. Please drop all birthday cupcakes off before noon or send them with your child (if they are a car rider). We want to ensure that teachers are aware of any birhtday goodies to plan their instruction around the celebrations.

Front Office Visits - Parents needing to visit the front office in the mornings and afternoons - Please enter the building through the main entrance for assistance; preferably without your child in the mornings. Children who are car riders should be dropped off first in the car rider line, then parents we ask that you park in the front visitor parking spots or the curb that is NOT THE FIRE LANE.

Door Bell and Valid ID: Proceed to the entrance with your valid ID or passport and ring the doorbell. You must show your valid ID before being buzzed in! Keep your ID out to show your ID for all transactions and requests, upon entering the building. You will be required to go through the metal detectors before proceeding to the window for assistance and proceed to the receptionist window. A valid ID or passport is required for all visitors and for all transactions!

Show respect for all stakeholders; our school, staff, and students! Be kind and respectful in your interactions with our staff members, teachers, and administrators. We want to ensure a positive environment for all and ensure the safety and security for all stakeholders. Please refrain from using profanity, disrespectful or threatening language/behaviors when interacting with our staff. Please be mindful that all clothing must be appropriate and free from inappropriate language/designs or revealing in nature.

Keep your contact information updated! If order for you to stay updated with the latest and most accurate school related information, please make sure you update your email address and phone number if you change them. Also, we need every parent to please sign up for DOJO to receive messages from your classroom teacher!

Students are not allowed to have any electronic devices or cellphones on or out during the instructional day. Any student violating this policy will be assigned a consequence.

Reminder: Clear or Mesh Backpacks Only
For the 2025–2026 school year, only clear or mesh backpacks are allowed on campus. This safety policy will continue for the new school year. Please make sure your child comes to school with a clear or mesh backpack.

Recordatorio: solo mochilas transparentes o de malla

Para el año escolar 2025-2026, solo se permiten mochilas transparentes o de malla en el campus. Esta política de seguridad continuará para el nuevo año escolar. Asegúrese de que su hijo venga a la escuela con una mochila transparente o de malla.

Pants

• Khaki, navy blue or blue jeans (denim)
• Fitted at the waist • Belted (if pants have loops)
• No oversized or baggy clothing

Jumpers, Skirts, Skorts or Shorts

• Khaki, navy blue or blue jeans (denim)
• Shorts should approach the knee
• Belted (if pants have loops)
• Jumpers should be solid, no appliqués or designs

Shirts/Blouses

• Solid red, white or navy blue, baby blue, or royal blue ONLY
• Long or short sleeves
• With or without collars
• School spirit shirt
• Shirts must be tucked in (unless it has a band like a sweatshirt)

Cold Weather Attire

• Sweatshirts, turtlenecks must be red, white or blue. Jackets can be any
color but must not be worn inside the building.
• No sweatpants, no wind suits

El uniforme consiste de lo siguiente:

Pantalones

• kaki, azul marino o de mezclilla azul
• entallados a la cintura
• cinto
• ropa que no sea demasiado grande u holgada

Jumpers, Faldas, Falda Pantalón o Shorts

• kaki, azul marino o de mezclilla azul
• los shorts deberán ser a la rodilla
• cintos
• Los Jumpers deberán ser de color sólido, sin estampados o dibujos

Camisetas / Blusas

• colores sólidos/lisos rojo, blanco o azul
• manga corta o larga
• con o sin cuello
• camisetas con el emblema de Booker
• las camisas deberán estar fajadas (a menos que tengan una banda como las sudaderas)

Vestuario para el Tiempo de Frio

• sudaderas, camisas de cuello alto (de tortuga) en colores sólidos
rojo, blanco o azul. Las chamarras son permitidas en cualquier color
pero no podran ser usadas adentro de la escuela.
• no se aceptaran pantalones de correr o rompevientos

As we prepare for a successful school year, all families are required to complete the Annual Student Update online. This update ensures we have the most current contact, emergency, and medical information for your child.

Please complete the Annual Update as soon as possible by following these steps:

1. Visit the https://www.springisd.org/page/returning-students-annual-update

2. Log in using your parent portal account.

3. Select Annual Student Update for the 2025–2026 school year.

4. Review and update your child’s information using your snapcode.

5. Submit the form.

If you need assistance with your account or completing the process, please contact our front office at 281-891-8750 or stop by during office hours for support.

The mySpringISD portal provides an easy platform for staff and families, where they can access all of their digital resources, including Schoology and the Home Access Center. The single sign-on option gives parents, students and staff instant access to all their online resources from any device and any location.

To get started, log on to my.springisd.org, and sign in by using your parent Spring ISD network login username and password.

If you need login access or assistance, please call our registrar, Ms. Velasquez, at 281-891-8756.

Parents or guardians will be required to stand in front of an exterior camera and present valid identification, such as a driver’s license, before they are granted access to the building. This camera is positioned outside, near the main entrance, and no one will be permitted inside until their identity has been verified by the front office staff. To further enhance security, adults are asked to close the door immediately upon entering and ensure no one follows them in and must proceed through the metal detectors. Tardiness not only impacts learning but can also interfere with the seamless implementation of these protocols.

Let’s work together to ensure everyone's safety and that every student is present, on time, and ready to learn each day!

• Academic Family Guides (English)

• Academic Family Guides (Español)

• Did you ever wonder what your child is learning in class right now—and how you can support them at home? We’ve got you covered! Please click the links below to explore the Academic Family Guides. These resources give you a snapshot of what your child will be learning during the first nine weeks of school, along with simple ways you can help reinforce that learning at home. At Spring ISD, we believe it takes all of us—you, your child’s teachers, the principal, and the entire district—working together as one team to give our scholars the very best. Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s success!

• ¿Alguna vez se ha preguntado qué está aprendiendo su hijo en clase en este momento y cómo puede apoyarlo en casa? ¡Lo tenemos cubierto! Haga clic en los enlaces a continuación para explorar las Guías Académicas para Familias. Estos recursos le brindan un panorama de lo que su hijo aprenderá durante las primeras nueve semanas de clases, junto con maneras sencillas de reforzar ese aprendizaje en casa. En Spring ISD, creemos que se necesita de todos nosotros—usted, los maestros de su hijo, el director y todo el distrito—trabajando juntos como un solo equipo para brindarles a nuestros estudiantes lo mejor. ¡Gracias por asociarse con nosotros en el éxito de su hijo!

We would love to have you! Please complete both forms to volunteer at Booker Elementary! It is important to do both forms. One is tailored just for us and specifies what you'd like to do as a volunteer and the other application is a district mandate for all Volunteers in Schools.

Booker Volunteer Interest Form

Spring ISD Volunteer Website

Spring ISD VIP Volunteer application:

PRESS 1 - REGISTRAR - Ms. Velasquez - dvelas1@springisd.org

PRESS 2 - ATTENDANCE CLERK - Ms. Yulissa Camacho ycamacho@springisd.org

PRESS 0 - RECEPTIONISTS - Ms. Enciso/Ms. Martinez

PRESS 3 - Counselor - Mrs. Ashleigh Foley - afoley@springisd.org - 281-891-8755

PRESS 4 - School Nurse - Ms. Shereka Kossie - skossie@springisd.org - 281-891-8757

FAX NUMBER: DIAL 281-891-8751

Website: https://booker.springisd.org/

Location: 22352 Imperial Valley Drive, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 281-891-8750
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/booker.bengals.3
Twitter: @BookerBengals

HELP US SPREAD THE WORD: Spring ISD Showcase- Saturday, Oct. 25

• Join us for the Spring ISD Showcase on Saturday, October 25, from 9 AM–12 PM at Dekaney High School! Come connect with your community, explore what Spring ISD has to offer, and see why there’s no place like home at Spring ISD. You won’t want to miss it! #SpringISDShowcase

• ¡Únete a nosotros para el Spring ISD Showcase el sábado 25 de octubre, de 9 a. m. a 12 p. m. en Dekaney High School! Ven a conectarte con tu comunidad, descubre todo lo que Spring ISD tiene para ofrecer y comprueba por qué no hay lugar como el hogar en Spring ISD. ¡No te lo querrás perder! #SpringISDShowcase

• Your 2022 Bond Money at Work: 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!

Click here for High-Priority Maintenance Projects at our campus.

Click here for General Bond Updates.

• Your 2022 Bond Money at Work: Thanks to the 2022 Bond, Booker has recevied bullet proof windows and transaction trays installed and upgrades to our camera and WiFi system. This will allow us better safety and security and technology to help serve our staff and scholars. Next up, will be our fencing around the school premises and our new marquee! Coming soon! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue enhancing our campus. #BondUpdates