The Booker Bulletin

Sept 11 - Title I Night & Open House - 5:00 - 7:00 pm

Sept 12 - Gifted and Talented - Acceleration Deadline!

Sept 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month Kick Off! Wear Your Favorite Latin American outfit!

Sept 20 - Success Walk

Sept 21 - After School Tutorials Start (Reading/Math)

Sept 20 - Saturday School - (Science)

Sept 23 - Tutorials - Session 1 (Reading)

Sept 25 - Tutorials - Session 1 (Reading)

Sept 27 - Saturday School

September 15 - October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month

Dear Booker Families,

This week brings an exciting opportunity for us to come together during Open House as we launch into the school year with focus and purpose. With Beginning of the Year (BOY) testing complete, we now have valuable information that will help us set meaningful academic goals for every scholar.

These goals will serve as a roadmap to guide instruction, strengthen learning, and build momentum toward increasing student achievement.

At Open House, we look forward to sharing how we will partner with you in this important work—because when families and school team up, positive student outcomes follow. It will take all of us—teachers, parents, and students—working side by side, holding one another accountable, and celebrating progress along the way. Together, we can ensure every scholar is equipped to grow academically and socially, and we are excited to take these next steps with you.

With gratitude and anticipation,
Booker Elementary Leadership Team

Dear Booker Families,

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to improve outcomes for every scholar at Booker Elementary. Following my recent letter about our accountability rating, I want to share the next steps our leadership team, staff, and community will be taking to ensure growth this year.

Family Engagement

Within the next few weeks, we will host our first Accountability Workshop to explain the state’s A–F system and provide practical strategies you can use at home. We will also hold Q&A sessions (both in-person and virtual) to answer your questions about PEG status, STAAR, and interventions. During Open House, teachers will meet with families to begin setting individual academic goals for every student.

Instructional Focus

Our staff is committed to visible instructional shifts. We will publish a Parent-Friendly Academic Roadmap highlighting Reading, Math, Science, and TELPAS focus areas along with ways you can help at home. Families will also receive BOY data snapshots so you can see your child’s starting point and growth goals.

Student Commitment

Scholars will hear the same message we are sharing with you: this is our year to prove what Booker can do. Through assemblies and pep talks, students will set simple, meaningful goals. Each will track progress with goal sheets or badges for areas such as attendance, reading, and math.

Staff Alignment

Our teachers and leaders are holding themselves accountable as well. Staff will engage in courageous conversations about our challenges and goals, and administrators will share a coaching and feedback calendar to show how we are prioritizing instruction above all else.

Communication

Every week, families will receive a short “Building Booker Back” bulletin that highlights one win from the week and one upcoming opportunity to get involved. We will also use social media to share moments of progress—tutorials, workshops, and student celebrations.

Together, these steps represent our shared Call for Change. With your partnership, we will ensure that every child is supported academically and socially. We will not be defined by a rating; instead, we will be defined by the progress we make together.

With commitment and determination,

Keisha Womack
Proud Principal, Booker Elementary

September is National #AttendanceAwarenessMonth! Being present on time and ready to learn builds strong routines that are the foundation for student success. Missing two days a month totals 10% of the school year, which is considered chronic absenteeism. Consistent attendance: Boosts academic performance and grade-level proficiency. Let's make every day count!

IMMUNIZATIONS for the 2025-2026 deadline approaching: All immunizations must be updated by September 15, 2025. It is imperative that you provide a copy of any updated immunizations each year.

DAILY ATTENDANCE MATTERS - Come each day and arrive before 8 am! – Give yourself extra time to get through the car rider line! We have about 30-40 students absent a day! Only keep students home if they have a fever or a doctor's note excusing them! 90% attendance is a state mandate! School starts promptly at 8:05 am each day! Let's see if we can reach 100% of our scholars being on time this week!

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. Proceed to the entrance with your valid ID or passport and ring the doorbell. You will be required to go through the metal detectors before proceeding to the window for assistance.

Visitor Mandate: Valid ID or passport required for all visitors! You must have a valid ID to be buzzed in! Be Ready to show your ID for all transactions and requests, upon entering the building.

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!

Let's keep up the great partnership and ensure we hold the highest standards for each other and our scholars! Together, we can achieve GREAT things!

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.

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!

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

• 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