Pony Express
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER OF O. HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mustang Families,
Happy Friday. Here is this week’s edition of the Pony Express.
I hope everyone enjoyed the couple of days off on Monday and Tuesday. Although it was a short week, it was certainly action-packed here at O. Henry. We enjoyed celebrating our students' academic achievements during our Honor Roll assemblies on Wednesday and Thursday. It was wonderful to recognize the hard work, growth and student achievements. We also couldn't have asked for better weather this week, and students enjoyed the beautiful sunshine during lunch outside today.
A few important reminders and updates:
Picture Retakes – Friday, November 13: Students who missed picture day or would like to retake their school pictures will have the opportunity next Friday.
Coats for Kids – Beginning Monday: O. Henry will begin collecting coats for Coats for Kids on Monday, November 9, through the start of Thanksgiving break. We encourage families to donate coats to help keep children in our community warm this winter.
Math Enrichment During ACES: Beginning next week, we will incorporate math enrichment and targeted academic support through ACES classes. Our math teachers have identified key concepts and skills where students would benefit from additional practice and reinforcement. During ACES, students will have opportunities to strengthen their math skills while also participating in enrichment and extension activities that encourage deeper thinking and problem-solving. This initiative supports our continued focus on academic growth in math.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making O. Henry such a special place to learn and grow.
Make it a great week to be an O. Henry Mustang.
Giddy Up!
Camie Fillpot
Principal, O. Henry Middle School
Our Life Skills student-athletes are heading to the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament on Monday, November 9. To show our Mustang Pride and wish them luck, we’re organizing a school-wide clap-out right before their 9:15 AM bus departure. Let's show support for our Mustang Athletes by lining the halls to cheer them on.
Stay Warm, Give Back: November ACES Competition – Coats for Kids
This month, O. Henry is participating in Coats for Kids, an annual community effort that collects and distributes over 30,000 coats to children and teenagers across Central Texas. Each year, The Junior League of Austin, Jack Brown Cleaners, iHeartRadio, and KVUE join forces to ensure the children in our community stay warm throughout the winter season.
How You Can Help:
What to Donate: New or gently used children’s and teenagers’ coats.
Where to Drop Off: Have your child bring their coat donation to the front office. As students turn in the coats, they should fill out the form in the front office so their ACES team gets credit.
Collection: National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) will assist with promotion and tallying results.
Thank you for helping us support Central Texas children and families.
Walking, Biking, Busing, and Driving to O. Henry
- Westbound dropoff/pickup is fastest and safest for students
- For pickups during the day, feel free to park on 10th Street, otherwise keep clear
- Be mindful of bikers and walkers during peak times
- Bike racks located by front entrance
