BBE Parent Newsletter
For the week of April 20, 2026
Message from the Principal
BBE Parents,
We have several important dates and reminders to share as we move through April!
EARLY VOTING BEGINS ON MONDAY APRIL 20TH!!!
Our second grade students are looking forward to their field trip on April 22nd. We’re excited for this fun and educational experience!
Join us for Cowboys and Sweethearts Night on April 24th—it’s always a wonderful time for our school community to come together.
Please note that Tuesday, April 28th is Math STAAR Day. To ensure a smooth testing environment, there will be no visitors or deliveries permitted on campus that day.
We are now past the halfway point of April and quickly approaching the final month of the school year. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making this a successful year for our students!
Thank you for trusting us with your students. Bears LEAD the Way! All the Way! Go Bears!
JSO
Revised Bond Proposal Address Accelerated Student Enrollment Growth
Magnolia ISD called a May 2 Bond election to address accelerated student enrollment growth. Proposition A includes a third high school and two additional elementary schools.
92% of this proposed bond package is for classroom seat space.
For the 2025-2026 school year, MISD was projected to grow 3.2% or 470 students districtwide. Instead, the district exceeded projections and grew by 670 students (4.6%).
Demographic projections show that MISD will continue to grow by about 4% each year, which means an additional 10,000 students by 2036.
Learn more about the Bond election, what's included in Proposition A, find FAQs, and voting information on our website.
Has your student been absent? No need to send in a note or email, just click the link above to submit a parent excuse note that is sent directly to our attendance secretary.
Kindergarten Registration & Roundup
Beginning May 1, families can complete kindergarten registration for the upcoming 26-27 school year, entirely online.
The district’s online registration process allows families to submit required information and documents from the comfort of home, making it easier than ever to enroll incoming kindergarten students.
For families who would like additional support, all elementary campuses will be open May 5 and 6 from 9 AM - 2:30 PM to help families complete the registration process, answer questions, and review documents.
Additionally, each elementary campus will host a Kindergarten Roundup on May 5 from 5:00–6:30 PM. During this event, families can:
- Meet campus teachers and staff
- Tour the school
- Learn more about the kindergarten experience
- Receive assistance with the online registration process if needed
Whether families choose to register online at their convenience or attend Kindergarten Roundup for in-person support, Magnolia ISD is committed to making the enrollment process simple and welcoming.
Families are encouraged to complete registration as early as possible to ensure a smooth start to the school year.
For more information about qualifications and requirements to complete registration, visit our website.
Bear Branch Elementary
Assistant Principal & Campus Behavior Coordinator: Vicki Winegardner
Counselor: Raquel Stone
Academic Coordinator: Mary Meeks
Email: vwinegardner@magnoliaisd.org
Website: https://bbes.magnoliaisd.org
Location: Bear Branch Elementary School, Farm to Market Road 1488, Magnolia, TX, USA
Phone: 281-356-4771
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bearbranchelem/