TES FAMILY & COMMUNITY NEWS
March 30-April 2, 2026
ONLY TWO (2) MORE SATURDAYS TO GO!
3RD-5TH GRADE SATURDAY SCHOOL SIGN-UP! IT'S OPEN TO ALL 3RD-5TH GRADERS!
APRIL 2026 SIGN UP: 👇👇👇👇👇
PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK:https://forms.gle/wT4BVieDWErK28ue8
Calendar At A Glance
- April 1: Paraprofessional Appreciation Day - This day is for all staff who are in classrooms supporting teachers and those who are the glue to the general operations of the campus such as answering calls/questions, registering, attendance, textbook materials, and even keeping them healthy! (Please help us celebrate all of our office staff, classroom support staff, and even our iEducate Tutors!)
- April 2: World Autism Awareness Day (Let's wear shades of blue to support differences 😊)
- April 3: Spring Holiday (NO SCHOOL)
- April 6-10: National Assistant Principal Week
- UPDATED STAAR DATES 👇👇👇
- April 13-17: STAAR RLA Assessments / 3rd-5th Grades / Week 1
- April 20-24: STAAR SCIENCE Assessments / 5th Grade / Week 2
- April 27-May 1: STAAR MATH Assessments / 3rd-5th Grades / Week 3
CELL PHONE POLICY / POLÍTICA DE TELÉFONOS CELULARES
Here is everything you need to know about the Spring ISD Cell Phone Policy for the 2025-2026 School Year. Learn more:
FROM THE DESK OF OUR READING COACH
*Change in lunches!! The new cut off time is Tuesday at 4pm.
*15 minutes of practice a day on iReady (math) and Boost or Amira (reading) can make a huge difference! These programs are set to your scholar's current level of learning. Student can sign into their Spring ISD portal to access their learning programs at home!
Click here to see practice tests from the Texas Education Agency for grades 3-5: STAAR Practice Test Links.
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*¡Cambio en los almuerzos! La nueva hora límite es el martes a las 4:00 p. m.
*¡15 minutos de práctica diaria en iReady (matemáticas) y Boost o Amira (lectura) pueden marcar una gran diferencia! Estos programas se adaptan al nivel de aprendizaje actual de su hijo. ¡Puede iniciar sesión en el portal de Spring ISD para acceder a sus programas de aprendizaje en casa!
Haga clic aquí para ver los exámenes de práctica de la Agencia de Educación de Texas (TEA) para 3.º a 5.º grado: Enlaces para los exámenes de práctica STAAR.
FROM THE DESK OF OUR ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
STAAR Administrations
- Tuesday, 4/14: GR 4 & GR 5 STAAR Reading
- Thursday, 4/16: GR 3 STAAR Reading
- Thursday, 4/23: GR 5 STAAR Science
- Tuesday, 4/28: GR 4 & GR 5 STAAR Math
- Wednesday,4/29: GR 3 STAAR Math
**Parents please make sure our scholars are well rested, present, and on time for their assigned STAAR test.**
FROM THE DESK OF OUR CAMPUS ACADEMIC SPECIALIST
FROM THE DESK OF OUR ADMINISTRATORS
3RD-5TH FINAL TUTORIAL DAYS
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, & SATURDAYS
🎮✨ SATURDAY SCHOOL REWARD CELEBRATION! ✨🎮
🚚🎉 Gaming Truck Experience is Coming! 🎉🚚
🎯 Parents & Guardians, We Need Your Support!
Scholars who demonstrate regular attendance at Saturday School Tutorials will earn an exciting reward at the end of our sessions…
🎮🔥 An EPIC Gaming Truck Celebration! 🔥🎮
📚 Why Saturday School Matters
Saturday School provides:
✅ Targeted academic support
✅ Small-group instruction
✅ Confidence building
✅ Extra practice for mastery
✅ A positive learning environment
🌟 How Scholars Qualify
✔ Attend Saturday School consistently
✔ Arrive on time
✔ Actively participate
✔ Follow PACK Expectations:
- 🐾 Polite & Prepared
- 🐾 Paying Attention to Academics
- 🐾 Cooperating with Others
- 🐾 Showing Kindness to All
🎉 We are celebrating dedication, growth, and commitment to excellence!
Let’s work together to ensure every scholar earns their seat on the Gaming Truck!
💙💛 ONE VISION. ONE VOICE. ONE PACK. 💙💛
Principal Day
2025-2026 DRESS CODE REMINDER
GRADE LEVEL POLO SHIRT COLORS
PK/KG: YELLOW
1ST: LIGHT BLUE
2ND: DARK BLUE
3RD: RED
4TH: BLACK
5TH: DARK GREEN
PAQUETE/KG: AMARILLO
1.º: AZUL CLARO
2.º: AZUL OSCURO
3.º: ROJO
4.º: NEGRO
5.º: VERDE OSCURO
SPRING ISD TEAMS UP WITH HOUSTON AUTISIM WALK 2026: COME JOIN US!
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day/Día de Agradecimiento a los Paraprofesionales
Today we celebrate Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Our paraprofessionals play an essential role in supporting teachers, helping students succeed, and creating positive learning environments across our schools. Their patience, dedication, and care make a difference every single day. Thank you for everything you do for our students and our schools. We appreciate you!
Hoy celebramos el Día de Agradecimiento a los Paraprofesionales. Nuestros paraprofesionales desempeñan un papel esencial al apoyar a los maestros, ayudar a los estudiantes a tener éxito y crear entornos de aprendizaje positivos en nuestras escuelas. Su paciencia, dedicación y cuidado marcan la diferencia todos los días.Gracias por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes y nuestras escuelas. ¡Se lo agradecemos!
National Assistant Principals Week: April 6 - 10
Semana Nacional de los Subdirectores: del 6 al 10 de abril
Join us in celebrating our incredible Spring ISD Assistant Principals! This week, we honor the dedicated leaders who help keep our campuses running strong every single day. From supporting students and staff to leading with heart, resilience, and purpose—our assistant principals are truly the backbone of our schools.Thank you for your unwavering commitment, your leadership, and the countless ways you make a difference across Spring ISD. We appreciate you today and every day! #SpringISD #APWeek
¡Acompáñanos a celebrar a nuestros increíbles subdirectores de Spring ISD!
Esta semana honramos a los líderes dedicados que ayudan a que nuestras escuelas funcionen con éxito todos los días. Desde apoyar a estudiantes y personal hasta liderar con corazón, resiliencia y propósito, nuestros subdirectores son verdaderamente la columna vertebral de nuestras escuelas. Gracias por su compromiso inquebrantable, su liderazgo y las innumerables formas en que marcan la diferencia en todo Spring ISD. ¡Los apreciamos hoy y todos los días! #SpringISD #APWeek
Pre-K applications for the 2026–27 school year open April 1, and we’re excited to welcome our newest learners. Give your child a strong start—apply early and secure your spot!
Learn more and apply: https://choosespring.org/prek/
Las solicitudes para Pre-K del año escolar 2026–27 abren el 1 de abril, y estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros nuevos estudiantes. Bríndale a tu hijo un gran comienzo—¡aplica temprano y asegura tu lugar!
Más información y solicitud: https://choosespring.org/prek/
ACADEMIC FAMILY GUIDES/ GUIAS ACADEMICAS DE FAMILIA
Caption EN: 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!
Caption SP: ¿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!
The new year is underway—and so is Honored Schools. Now’s the perfect time to pause and recognize a teacher who’s made a difference. Students and families can visit HonoredSchools.org to share a short Honor Story. Let’s make gratitude part of our 2026 routine.
Caption SP: ¡El nuevo año ya comenzó—y Honored Schools también! Este es el momento perfecto para reconocer a un maestro que ha marcado la diferencia. Las familias y los estudiantes pueden visitar HonoredSchools.org para compartir una breve Honor Story. Hagamos de la gratitud parte de nuestro 2026.
REMINDERS MAP Growth Video
· EN Caption: 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?
· SP Caption: ¿Quiere conocer más sobre las fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento de su 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. Conozca más sobre MAP Growth y cómo leer su Informe Familiar: ¿Qué es MAP Growth?
March is National Reading Month
¡Marzo es el Mes Nacional de la Lectura!
2025-2026 INSTRUCTIONAL CALENDAR
ALERT: 2026-2027 INSTRUCTIONAL CALENDAR
Welcome Wednesday & Fri-Yay Friday Lunch RSVP
Greetings,
Lunch visits are back! 🙂 Please remember to RSVP for:
- Welcome Wednesday Lunches (Kinder, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th)
- Fri-Yay Friday Lunch (PK ONLY).
Be sure that you double check with the front office for your scholar's scheduled lunch time.
Here are a few reminders:
1. Visitors must have a valid ID in order to have lunch with your scholar.
2. Parents/Guardians will only be allowed to eat with their child. Unfortunately, friends are not welcome to eat with you.
3. At the conclusion of lunch, parents/guardians will be dismissed out of the cafeteria to exit the building. Parents are not permitted to follow their child to the classroom or anywhere else in the building. Failure to follow this protocol will result in termination of your lunch visits.
4. Lunch may be purchased from the cafeteria for any adult desiring to eat from the lunch line.
5. Only sign up for slots for your scholar's grade level. If you sign up for another grade level, you will be unable to attend the lunch.
Again, we appreciate you adhering to these safety precautions.
Please RSVP here by 4pm on Tuesday:
Wednesday - April 1: Kinder-5 lunch link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4BA5A92EA7FB6-47079777-welcome
Friday - April 3: NO SCHOOL
Sincerely,
Principal Day
Deloras Thompson Elementary School
Mrs. Vernecca Day
Email: Vday@springisd.org
Website: thompson.springisd.org
Location: 12470 Walters Road, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 281-891-8480