Home of the Blue Jays

February may be short, but our students are competing, learning, leading - and building character every single day.

Tomorrow, our students will compete in MathCON Round 1.

MathCON challenges students to apply deep mathematical reasoning and solve complex problems under time pressure.

We wish our participants focus, confidence, and calm minds. Preparation meets opportunity.

Last week, our students proudly participated in the Final STEM Olympiad Round.

Reaching the final stage reflects preparation, discipline, and perseverance. Competitions like this strengthen:

• Critical thinking

• Advanced problem-solving

• Scientific reasoning

• Academic confidence

We are incredibly proud of every student who represented our school.

This Saturday will be another exciting day for our academic teams.

Our students will compete in:

• Aerial Drone Competition

• Texas Science Bowl

These events demand teamwork, engineering skills, analytical thinking, and strategy.

We are proud of every student representing Horizon Leadership Academy. Compete with integrity and confidence.

Enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is officially open at Horizon Leadership Academy. We welcome both new and returning families to secure their spot for the upcoming academic year.

All admissions steps, requirements, and application details can be found here:

👉 https://www.horizonleadershipacademy.org/admissions/application-steps

For additional questions, please contact our Admissions Office:

📞 832-543-8008

📧 admissions@myhla.org

Horizon Leadership Academy is proud to announce that we have officially been designated as a No Place for Hate® school after successfully completing the required pathway.

This recognition reflects our active participation in structured activities focused on:

• Inclusion

• Respect

• Leadership

• Building a positive school culture

Creating a safe and supportive environment is not a one-time effort. It is an ongoing commitment to our students, families, and staff.

We will continue this work to ensure every student feels valued, heard, and respected.

We were honored to host a mental health speaker at Horizon Leadership Academy, emphasizing the importance of emotional wellness and open conversations.

Creating space for mental health discussions at an early age helps normalize emotional well-being and equips students with lifelong skills such as:

• Self-awareness

• Resilience

• Healthy communication

• Emotional regulation

At Horizon, we believe that academic excellence and emotional well-being go hand in hand.

Because mental health matters at every age.

February is Black History Month, a time to recognize and honor the profound contributions of African Americans throughout history.

Education extends beyond textbooks. It includes awareness, understanding, and respect.

📢 Morning Heritage Moments

Daily (Monday–Friday)
Each morning begins with a special Heritage Moment during announcements.

Students hear short readings celebrating the achievements and leadership of African Americans in:

• Science and innovation

• Civil rights and leadership

• Arts and culture

• Education

• Government and public service

These daily reflections build knowledge, appreciation, and cultural awareness across our campus.

Black history is American history, and we are proud to honor it as a school community.

With competitions, athletics, and events happening back-to-back, we encourage families to:

• Prioritize sleep

• Maintain structured study routines

• Encourage daily reading

• Balance academics and extracurricular activities

Strong habits create strong outcomes.

Thank you to all families who attended our recent Parent-Teacher Conferences. Strong communication between school and home makes a measurable difference in student success.

Our athletic season is off to an impressive start.

Our team secured a 7–1 victory in their first game, kicking off the season in the best way possible. This year, we are proudly competing in both:

• Elementary Division

• Middle School Division

The teamwork, energy, and determination on the field were outstanding. Students demonstrated discipline, communication, and sportsmanship throughout the match.

Let’s keep the momentum going.

In recognition of Black History Month, the Athletic Department has prepared a special feature honoring Black American athletes who have made significant contributions to sports and history. This display highlights perseverance, leadership, resilience, and excellence, values we strive to instill in all of our students.

We believe this feature will serve as an inspiration for our school community and help students see how sports can be a powerful platform for positive change, character development, and leadership.

Thank you for being a part of the Horizon Athletics family.

February brings special celebrations for members of our Horizon community! We wish everyone celebrating this month a very happy birthday and a year filled with joy, success, and great memories. 🎈

🍰 Teachers:
Warm birthday wishes to our teacher Ms.Nesibe B.

🌟 Students:
Happy Birthday to Muammer G., Malachi H., Kemel A., Zhar-Mukhammed A., Metin B., Ahmet A., Melissa D., Zehra H., Nourseen Y., and Bilal A.

Follow our high school students’ creative videos on Instagram: @hla.bluejays

Check out our official TikTok for fun highlights and student life: @horizonleadershipacademy

Facebook: @horizonleadershipacademytx

X: @hla_houston

Instagram: @horizonleadership.academy

Youtube: @horizonleadershipacademy

Whether in STEM competitions, math contests, science bowls, athletics, or school culture initiatives, our students represent more than themselves - they represent our entire community.

We are proud of their courage, preparation, leadership, and character.

Let’s finish February strong.