Jaguar Journal

• This Veterans Day, Spring ISD proudly recognizes the brave men and women who have served our country. We thank our veterans for their courage, dedication and sacrifices in protecting our freedoms.

To all veterans in our Spring ISD family and community, thank you for your service! We honor and appreciate you today and every day.

En este Día de los Veteranos, Spring ISD reconoce con orgullo a los valientes hombres y mujeres que han servido a nuestro país. Agradecemos a nuestros veteranos por su valentía, dedicación y sacrificios para proteger nuestras libertades.

A todos los veteranos que forman parte de la familia y comunidad de Spring ISD, ¡gracias por su servicio! Hoy y todos los días, los honramos y les expresamos nuestro agradecimiento.

Mark Your Calendar With These Important Dates:

November 9: School of Choice Applications Open (see link below)

November 9 - 20: Phase 2 GT Testing

November 10: 5th Grade School of Choice Field Trip (Roberson and SLA)

November 11: Veteran's Day Program (2nd Grade) 8:30 AM

November 13-20: Student Scholastic Book Fair

November 14: Saturday Tutorials (1st-5th Grade)

November 17: Grandparent's Day and Book Fair

November 18: Kinder Field Trip to 7 Acre Woods

November 18: PTO Fundraiser - Big Air Spirit Night 4:00 to 8:00 PM

November 18: Picture Retake Day (Fall Individuals)

November 18: School of Choice Informational Meeting (4:30-5:30)

November 19: Chick-Fil-A Day (during lunch)

November 23-27: Thanksgiving Break

November 11th: Special Education Parent Connection, from 6-7PM @ Spring ISD's Community Engagement Center

November 17th: CEC Mobile Food Bank (3-6PM); Community Engagement Center

November 19th: Parent Advisory Council Dinner & Meeting@6pm; Community Engagement Center

Great afternoon, Jenkins Family!

We are just 10 school days away from Thanksgiving Break! We have a busy and exciting week ahead for our Jaguars. Please review this week’s calendar of events so you don’t miss a thing!

This week, we celebrate the veterans in our school family. Please join us at Jenkins Elementary on November 11 for our Veterans Day Program as we honor those who have served our country.

Our fifth graders are back on the road, visiting Roberson and Spring Leadership Academy to explore their middle school options! Attendance is very important so students can tour the campuses and learn what each school offers before applying.

We wrap up the school week by kicking off our Scholastic Book Fair! Let’s get books into our Jaguars’ hands and keep their love of reading growing!

Saturday Tutorials return November 14 for students in grades 1–5! Students will practice skills in exciting ways through games, gallery walks, task cards, and Kahoot competitions. It’s a fun opportunity to build confidence and strengthen their learning!

Drop off at 8:00 a.m. and pick up no later than 11:30 a.m.

Thank you for your continued support. Let’s make this a great week!

¡Buenas tardes, familia Jenkins!

¡Estamos a solo 10 días de clases de las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias! Nos espera una semana llena de actividades para nuestros Jaguares. ¡Revisen el calendario de eventos de esta semana para no perderse nada!

Esta semana celebramos a los veteranos de nuestra comunidad escolar. Los invitamos a acompañarnos en Jenkins Elementary el 11 de noviembre para nuestro Programa del Día de los Veteranos, en el que honraremos a quienes han servido a nuestro país.

¡Nuestros estudiantes de quinto grado vuelven a salir de visita, esta vez a Roberson y Spring Leadership Academy para explorar sus opciones de escuela secundaria! Es muy importante que asistan para recorrer los planteles y conocer lo que ofrece cada escuela antes de solicitar admisión.

¡Cerramos la semana escolar con el inicio de nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic! ¡Pongamos libros en las manos de nuestros Jaguares y sigamos cultivando su amor por la lectura!

¡Las tutorías del sábado regresan el 14 de noviembre para estudiantes de primero a quinto grado! Los estudiantes practicarán sus habilidades de maneras divertidas mediante juegos, recorridos de aprendizaje, tarjetas de actividades y competencias de Kahoot. ¡Será una excelente oportunidad para fortalecer su aprendizaje y su confianza!

La hora de llegada es a las 8:00 a. m. y deben recoger a sus hijos a más tardar a las 11:30 a. m.

Gracias por su apoyo continuo. ¡Hagamos de esta una gran semana!

We Are THANKFUL for Every Day You Are Here! 🦃

This Thanksgiving season, we are grateful for our amazing students and families! Every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Give your child the gift of learning by making attendance a priority. Every Day Counts, and YOU Make Our School Complete! 🍂🧡

🍁 ¡Estamos AGRADECIDOS por Cada Día que Estás Aquí! 🦃

¡En esta temporada de Acción de Gracias, estamos agradecidos por nuestros increíbles estudiantes y familias! Cada día de clases es una oportunidad para aprender, crecer y alcanzar el éxito. Regálele a su hijo el regalo del aprendizaje haciendo de la asistencia escolar una prioridad. ¡Cada Día Cuenta, y TÚ Haces que Nuestra Escuela Esté Completa! 🍂🧡

Jenkins Jaguars are Geared Up for Learning this Saturday. They are excited and having fun this Saturday!! Let's Go Jaguars!!

Our 4th-grade students traveled back in time to 1066 AD as they participated in a mock reenactment of the famous Battle of Hastings!

Through this exciting, hands-on learning experience, students brought history to life as they recreated the historic battle between William of Normandy and King Harold II of England. Students gained a deeper understanding of this important event and how the Norman victory changed the course of English history.

What a fantastic way to make learning engaging, memorable, and fun! Our young historians did an amazing job bringing the past into the present! 🏰📚

Connect with representatives from different branches of the military and learn about career pathways, educational benefits and service requirements. Whether you're considering military service after graduation or simply exploring your options, this is a great opportunity to ask questions and plan for your future!

Thursday, Nov. 12
6–7 p.m.
Westfield High School, 16713 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090

We look forward to seeing you there!

Conozca a representantes de las diferentes ramas de las Fuerzas Armadas y obtenga información sobre las oportunidades profesionales, los beneficios educativos y los requisitos para prestar servicio militar. Ya sea que estén considerando ingresar a las Fuerzas Armadas después de graduarse o simplemente deseen explorar sus opciones, ¡esta es una excelente oportunidad para hacer preguntas y planificar su futuro!

Jueves 12 de noviembre
De 6:00 a 7:00 p.m.
Westfield High School, 16713 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090

Thursday, Nov. 19
6 p.m.
Spring ISD Community Engagement Center, 17125 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090

Dinner will be provided, along with translation services, childcare and homework assistance.

Come connect, engage and celebrate the important role families play in student success!
For more information, contact Dr. Demetress Price Wright at 281-891-6699 or DWRIGHT@springisd.org.

Jueves, 19 de noviembre
6 p.m.
Centro de Participación Comunitaria de Spring ISD
17125 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090
Se ofrecerá una cena, así como servicios de traducción, cuidado de niños y ayuda con las tareas escolares.

¡Acompáñennos para conectarse, participar y celebrar el importante papel que desempeñan las familias en el éxito estudiantil!
Para obtener más información, comuníquense con la Dra. Demetress Price Wright al 281-891-6699 o por correo electrónico a DWRIGHT@springisd.org

5th Grade Field Trip – November 10

Fifth-grade students will participate in a field trip to Roberson Middle School and Spring Leadership Academy on November 10.

Kindergarten classes will be going on a field trip to 7 Acres Woods.

📚✨ It's BOOK FAIR Time at Jenkins Elementary! ✨📚

Get ready, Jenkins families! Our Scholastic Cashless Book Fair is coming November 13–20, during the school day! 🎉

Students will have the opportunity to explore exciting books, discover new adventures, and grow their love for reading! ❤️📖

💳 This is a CASHLESS Book Fair! Parents can easily set up a Scholastic eWallet so their children can shop without bringing cash to school.

❤️ IMPORTANT REMINDER: Family members will ONLY be allowed to shop with their students on Grandparents Day, November 17!

🌟 Set up your child's eWallet today!

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/mildredjenkinselementarysch

Every book purchased helps support our school while inspiring a lifelong love of reading!

📚 Let's make this Book Fair a HUGE success, Jenkins Jaguars! 🐆❤️

Clarify the family shopping restrictionMake the eWallet setup call to action stronger

¡Prepárense, familias de Jenkins! Nuestra Feria del Libro Scholastic SIN EFECTIVO se llevará a cabo del 13 al 20 de noviembre, durante el horario escolar. 🎉

¡Nuestros estudiantes tendrán la oportunidad de explorar libros emocionantes, descubrir nuevas aventuras y desarrollar su amor por la lectura! ❤️📖

💳 ¡Esta es una Feria del Libro SIN EFECTIVO! Los padres pueden crear fácilmente una cuenta Scholastic eWallet para que sus hijos puedan comprar libros sin necesidad de llevar dinero en efectivo a la escuela.

❤️ RECORDATORIO IMPORTANTE: ¡Los familiares SOLO podrán comprar libros con sus estudiantes durante el Día de los Abuelos, el 17 de noviembre!

🌟 ¡Configure la cuenta eWallet de su hijo(a) hoy mismo!

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/mildredjenkinselementarysch

¡Cada libro comprado ayuda a apoyar a nuestra escuela mientras inspira el amor por la lectura para toda la vida!

📚 ¡Hagamos que esta Feria del Libro sea TODO UN ÉXITO, Jaguares de Jenkins! 🐆❤️

🐾🤧 Healthy Jaguars, Ready to Learn! Flu season is here! Let’s stay ahead of it by washing hands, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when sick. Together, we can keep our Jaguar family safe and healthy! 💛

Keep ‘Em Safe Texas - Safe Firearm Storage Resources. Practicing safe gun storage protects our kids, prevents accidents, and keeps our guns out of the hands of criminals. Together, we can keep ‘em safe, Texas! Learn more about the Texas Department of Public Safety’s effort to Keep ‘Em Safe at SafeGunStorageTexas.com.

Mantenerlas Seguras Texas o Keep ‘Em Safe Texas - Recurso de almacenamiento seguro de armas de fuego. Almacenar las armas de fuego de manera segura protege a nuestros niños, previene accidentes y evita que las armas caigan en manos de delincuentes. ¡Juntos podemos mantenerlos seguros, Texas! Obtenga más información sobre la iniciativa Keep ‘Em Safe del Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Texas en SafeGunStorageTexas.com.

One employee is selected each month during the school year, with a grand prize winner announced at the Spring ISD Employee Recognition Banquet in May.

Know a Spring ISD Superstar? Nominate them today!

Complete the nomination form: https://www.springisd.org/page/employee-recognition

¿Conoce a un empleado de Spring ISD que siempre da más de sí? ¡Nomínelo para el Premio a la Excelencia de los Empleados de la Mesa Directiva! Ya sea un maestro, conserje, conductor de autobús, secretario, enfermero, consejero, mecánico, bibliotecario u otro increíble miembro de nuestro equipo de Spring ISD, queremos reconocer a los empleados que marcan la diferencia todos los días. Y recuerde: ¡CUALQUIER PERSONA puede enviar una nominación! Invitamos a estudiantes, empleados, padres de familia y miembros de la comunidad a reconocer a un empleado sobresaliente de Spring ISD. Cada mes durante el año escolar se selecciona a un empleado, y el ganador del gran premio se anuncia durante el Banquete de Reconocimiento a los Empleados de Spring ISD en mayo. ¿Conoce a una superestrella de Spring ISD? ¡Nomínela hoy! Complete el formulario de nominación: https://www.springisd.org/page/employee-recognition

This week, Spring ISD recognizes our dedicated school psychologists who help students thrive academically, socially and emotionally!

Through their expertise, compassion, and commitment to student well-being, they help our students, families, and educators build school communities where every learner can succeed. Thank you for the difference you make every day!

Esta semana, Spring ISD reconoce a nuestros dedicados psicólogos escolares, quienes ayudan a los estudiantes a desarrollarse plenamente en los ámbitos académico, social y emocional.

Con sus conocimientos especializados, empatía y compromiso con el bienestar estudiantil, apoyan a nuestros estudiantes, familias y educadores para crear comunidades escolares donde todos los estudiantes tengan la oportunidad de alcanzar el éxito. ¡Gracias por marcar la diferencia cada día!

This month, Spring ISD celebrates the rich histories, diverse cultures, traditions and lasting contributions of Native American communities. We recognize the important role Native Americans have played in shaping our nation and the significance of honoring their heritage, voices and achievements.

Este mes, Spring ISD celebra la riqueza histórica, la diversidad cultural, las tradiciones y las contribuciones perdurables de las comunidades indígenas de Estados Unidos. Reconocemos el importante papel que los nativos americanos han desempeñado en la formación de nuestra nación y la importancia de honrar su herencia cultural, sus voces y sus logros.

At Spring ISD, we know that student success is stronger when families and schools work together! From helping with homework to attending school events and staying connected with teachers, every act of involvement makes a difference.

Thank you to our parents and caregivers for being essential partners in their children's education!

En Spring ISD, sabemos que el éxito estudiantil se fortalece cuando las familias y las escuelas trabajan juntas. Desde ayudar con las tareas escolares hasta asistir a eventos escolares y mantenerse en comunicación con los maestros, cada muestra de participación marca la diferencia.

¡Gracias a nuestros padres de familia y cuidadores por ser aliados fundamentales en la educación de sus hijos!

Every Jaguar, Every Day!

At Jenkins Elementary, we know that every day of learning matters! We are excited to introduce our new Attendance Matters Jaguars Challenge to encourage students to be at school every day and on time. Please check out the flyer for details.

HOW FAMILIES CAN HELP

Families play an important role in helping us reach our attendance goals! You can help your Jaguar by:

• Making school attendance a daily priority.
• Helping your child arrive at school on time and ready to learn.
• Scheduling appointments outside of the school day whenever possible.
• Communicating with the school when your child must be absent.

Together, we can help every student make the most of every learning opportunity.

EVERY JAGUAR. EVERY DAY. ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Let's work together, Jenkins Jaguars, and make every school day count!

Parents and students, did you know your school, Jenkins Elementary received an 86 B+ rating with 5 Distinctions? We are so very proud of our students, teachers, staff, parents, & our community partners!! Please share this flyer on your social media with EVERYONE you know!!

• Ready to make a difference in the life of a Spring ISD student?

Spring ISD’s VINE Mentoring Program connects caring community members with students to help build confidence, strengthen social skills, improve attendance and support success in school.

Mentoring opportunities are available at every Spring ISD campus!

Ready to get involved? Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the interest form and begin the process.

• ¿Listo para marcar la diferencia en la vida de un estudiante de Spring ISD?

El Programa de Mentoría VINE de Spring ISD conecta a miembros de la comunidad que desean apoyar a nuestros estudiantes para ayudarlos a desarrollar confianza, fortalecer sus habilidades sociales, mejorar la asistencia y alcanzar el éxito en la escuela.

¡Hay oportunidades de mentoría disponibles en todas las escuelas de Spring ISD!

¿Listo para participar? Escanee el código QR en el volante para completar el formulario de interés y comenzar el proceso.

• A reminder that, in accordance with Texas House Bill 1481, Spring ISD students must keep personal communication devices off and stored during the instructional day.

This includes cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds/headphones, tablets, and other personal communication devices.

Devices may be brought to school but cannot be used or visible between the first and last bell.

Exceptions apply for documented medical needs, IEP/504 requirements, and verified emergencies.

Thank you for helping us keep students focused and ready to learn!

• Les recordamos que, de acuerdo con la Ley 1481 de la Cámara de Representantes de Texas, los estudiantes de Spring ISD deben mantener sus dispositivos personales de comunicación apagados y guardados durante la jornada escolar.

Esto incluye teléfonos celulares, relojes inteligentes, audífonos, tabletas y otros dispositivos personales de comunicación.

Los estudiantes pueden traer estos dispositivos a la escuela, pero no pueden usarlos ni tenerlos a la vista entre el primer y el último timbre.

Se aplican excepciones por necesidades médicas documentadas, requisitos de un IEP o Plan 504 y emergencias verificadas.

¡Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener a nuestros estudiantes enfocados y listos para aprender!

• Your guide to a great school year is here!

The latest edition of the Spring Times is packed with helpful links, district programs, opportunities, and important information for Spring ISD families. Read Spring Times: https://app.smore.com/n/d3v76

• ¡Su guía para un excelente año escolar ya está aquí!

La edición más reciente de Spring Times está llena de enlaces útiles, programas del distrito, oportunidades e información importante para las familias de Spring ISD.

¡Échele un vistazo y descubra todo lo que Spring ISD tiene para ofrecer mientras damos inicio al año escolar 2026–2027!

Descubra Spring Times: https://app.smore.com/n/rwp2h

Snacks must be healthy...meaning, fruit (no fruit cups), veggies, or something high in protein. Students will not be allowed to eat sugary snacks, candy, chips, etc. in the classroom any longer. These guidelines only pertain to our classroom snack, not lunch. The snack needs to be something they can eat in about 5 minutes while continuing to work on their assignments. Also, please only allow your child to bring water in their drink containers. We are having several spills, and colored drinks do not clean well.

All birthday cupcakes and drinks will be conducted during students lunch or recess time. If you want to bring birthday goodies for your child to share with their class, they must be delivered to the front office no later than 10 a.m.

Parents,

The state of Texas has a mandatory Attendance Requirement of 90%. Please know that under the Compulsory Attendance Law, all students must be in attendance at least 90% of the time they've been enrolled in a public school. In order to receive credit for a final grade for a class, a student is required to attend class 90 percent of the days a class is offered regardless of whether the student's absences are excused [see FEA] or unexcused.

Failure to attend at least 90% of the time may result in the student being retained in the current grade level.

TEA Attendance Requirements

Students arriving at school after 8:06 am will be counted tardy.

Early release cut-off time is 2:00 p.m., except in cases of emergency.

• We are committed to student safety! All students will be required to have their ID badge to ride the bus. This policy, “No Badge, No Ride,” ensures students can securely badge on and off the bus, giving parents peace of mind through the Smart Tag app. Learn more: https://www.springisd.org/smarttag

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UACSXHr4ZtY

• 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!

Your 2022 Bond Money at Work: Thanks to the 2022 Bond, Jenkins ES is receiving several improvements to our facilities, safety and security, and technology. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue enhancing our campus. #BondUpdates Click here

Email: wvaughan@springisd.org