TES COMMUNITY & FAMILY NEWS!

• “The time is always right to do what is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Spring ISD honors his legacy and the work we all can do to make a difference.Reminder: There is no school on Monday, Jan. 19.

• “Siempre es el momento adecuado para hacer lo correcto”. — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Spring ISD honra su legado y el trabajo que todos podemos hacer para marcar la diferencia. Recordatorio: No habrá clases el lunes 19 de enero.

Staff supervision begins at 7:35 a.m. Here is an outline of the arrival/dismissal schedule:

7:35 Student drop-off begins (no drop-offs before this time)

7:35 Doors Open - Breakfast begins in classrooms.

8:05 Bell rings - Students must be in the classroom by this time. Instruction begins.

8:06 Late students counted tardy.

2:45 After this time, students will not be released to parents/guardians in the front office.

3:25 Dismissal begins.

3:45 Supervision ends.

Walker Rainy Day Dismissal Procedures

As for any SEVERE WEATHER DAYS designated by Harris County or heavy rain days, your child will not be released to walk. We will initiate our RAINY DAY DISMISSAL procedures and dismiss all walkers with the car riders. Therefore, parents you will need to come and pick up your child from school on these days in the car rider line with your light blue raining day tag or the front office. Remember, a rainy day does not count as a severe weather day so make sure your child is prepared!

The State of Texas requires students to maintain at least 90% attendance, which means scholars must be present for 90% of the school days to meet state requirements. Attendance is closely monitored, and previous attendance contracts will be reviewed. New contracts may be issued as needed to ensure scholars meet the criteria for promotion to the next grade level, which is one of the requirements for advancing.

We appreciate your partnership in helping your scholar attend school daily and on time, as consistent attendance is essential for academic success.

Principal Day

1. Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.

2. Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.

3. Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.

4. Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.

5. Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Be sure to contact our Attendance Clerk regarding your child being absent for any reason.

mflore3@springisd.org

• Attendance: Please help your child be at school on time each day, ready to learn. Every day counts in their success.

• Learning at Home: Take a few minutes each evening to ask your child about their day, read together, or review homework. Small moments make a big difference.

• Positive Behavior: Encourage your child to follow our P.A.C.K. expectations—being polite and prepared, paying attention to academics, cooperating with others, and showing kindness to all.

• Communication: Stay connected with us through newsletters, phone calls, emails, and campus events. We value your voice and partnership.

Together, we are ONE VISION. ONE VOICE. ONE PACK. With your support, we know this school year will be full of growth, joy, and success for our scholars!

• January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Schools Closed)
• February 2-6: Spring ISD Benchmark Testing
• February 16: District Holiday (Schools Closed)
• February 17,18: Tutorial & Intervention Days per District Office (School Closed; specific scholar parents will be notified)
• February 19th: Parent-Teacher Conferences
• February 20th: (Schools Closed)
• February 26th: Black History Program @ 5:00pm

• Spring ISD families are invited to attend our Spring Semester Gifted & Talented Family Night—a fun and informative event designed to support our G/T students and their families.

Thursday, January 22, 2026
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Spring ISD Community Engagement Center
17125 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77090

• Familias de Spring ISD están invitadas a asistir a nuestra Noche Familiar de Estudiantes Dotados y Talentosos (G/T) del semestre de primavera, un evento divertido e informativo diseñado para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes G/T y a sus familias.

Jueves, 22 de enero de 2026
5:30–7:30 p. m.
Centro de Participación Comunitaria de Spring ISD
17125 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77090

The School Store fundraiser will be going home with Tuesday folders this week. (Scholars call it the animal hugger fundraiser.) Be on the lookout for a colorful Book Buddy Lanyard coming home. There is information about a safe and easy way your family can help our school get the essential tools our students and teachers need to succeed. It will also let you know how your child can win fun prizes just for helping! Please email Mrs. Hammel if you have questions or need assistance with participating.

Parents of rainy day dismissal scholars: if you do not have your child's orange rainy day walker tag for your car, please communicate this in Dojo to your child's teacher. Thank you for your cooperation so we can make sure your student can get to you on inclement weather days.

Scholars received their 4th & 5th grade Tutorial Permission Slips last week. Thank you for signing and returning them. If you still need to do so, no worries, you can send it can be turned in on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Even if you checked the "NO" box, please return the form.

It is imperative that every invited scholar attends tutorials on the outline days so that their score can increase from the previous year. The State of Texas requires ALL 4th & 5th grade scholars to make more growth than they did on the 2025 STAAR Assessment in Reading & Math.

You will receive a copy of your signed persmission slip for your returns. Please make note of the specific days your scholar(s) should be present.

TUTORIALS THIS WEEK: 1/20, 1/21, & 1/24:

Tuesday & Wednesday Tutorials are for those scholars who are at Approaches(close to grade level) based on academic data from The Texas Education Agency.

• TUESDAY, 1/20: Reading Language Arts (3:55p-4:55p)
• WEDNESDAY, 1/21: Math (3:55p-4:55p)

Saturday Tutorials are for those scholars who are at Did Not Meet (well-below grade level) based on academic data from The Texas Education Agency. More time is needed to support them with basic and on grade level skills to maximize their growth.

• Saturday, 1/24: Reading Language Arts & Math (8:15a-11:45a)

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PERMITA QUE SUS ALUMNOS RECIBAN APOYO CON TUTORÍA

Los alumnos de 4.º y 5.º grado recibieron sus formularios de permiso para tutorías la semana pasada. Gracias por firmarlos y devolverlos. Si aún necesita hacerlo, no se preocupe, puede enviarlos el martes 20 de enero de 2026. Incluso si marcó la casilla "NO", devuelva el formulario.

Es fundamental que todos los alumnos invitados asistan a las tutorías en los días de referencia para que su puntuación mejore con respecto al año anterior. El Estado de Texas exige que TODOS los alumnos de 4.º y 5.º grado progresen más que en la evaluación STAAR de 2025 en Lectura y Matemáticas.

Recibirá una copia de su formulario de permiso firmado para sus devoluciones. Anote los días específicos en que su(s) alumno(s) debe(n) asistir.

TUTORIALES DE ESTA SEMANA: 20, 21 y 24 de enero:

Las tutorías de los martes y miércoles están dirigidas a estudiantes que se encuentran en "Aproximación" (cerca del nivel de grado), según los datos académicos de la Agencia de Educación de Texas.

• MARTES, 20 de enero: Lectura y Lengua y Literatura (15:55-16:55)
• MIÉRCOLES, 21 de enero: Matemáticas (15:55-16:55)

Las tutorías de los sábados están dirigidas a estudiantes que se encuentran en "No Cumplió" (muy por debajo del nivel de grado), según los datos académicos de la Agencia de Educación de Texas. Se necesita más tiempo para apoyarlos con las habilidades básicas y propias del nivel de grado para maximizar su crecimiento.

• Sábado, 24 de enero: Lectura y Lengua y Literatura y Matemáticas (8:15-11:45)

Here is everything you need to know about the Spring ISD Cell Phone Policy for the 2025-2026 School Year. Learn more:

Your continued support is needed with following the established safety protocols set on campus to ensure the safety of all scholars.

1. When dropping scholars off to campus, please do not leave scholars on the school property before 7:35am as there will be no adult supervision before that time.

2. Please do not drop your scholars off on the curb or sidewalk. Please utilize the car rider line to ensure a potential accident does not happen.

3. If you walk your scholars to school, please do not enter through the doors beyond the cones but rather stop and allow your scholars to enter and walk to class.

4. Please be sure that your scholar(s) is in their grade level dress code daily.

5. Please be sure that your scholar(s) arrive between 7:35 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. This will give them time to eat their breakfast before it is over and instruction starts at 8:05 a.m. sharp

6. If you drop your scholar off after 8:05a, you must walk them into the building and sign them in at the front office.

7. Please be sure that your scholar(s) have their transportation tags daily: (Car rider, Bus, Daycare, Walker/Biker)

8. Lost tags will incur a cost to be paid at the front office for new ones.

9. If you plan to pick your scholar(s) up early, make sure it is before 2:45 p.m. We will not be able to release anyone scholar(s) after this time to ensure that their is no interruption in the dismissal process.

10. Please understand that we will not allow routine transportation changes for any scholars. Choose one mode of transportation so that there will not be any chances of scholars being lost. This aids all staff and Guest Teachers in knowing the one mode of transportation for a scholar.

It is necessary that all protocols are followed daily and consistently to ensure the safety of all scholars and staff. We appreciate your diligence and support.

Thank you,

Principal Day

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

• 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!

• Spring ISD is excited to host the 2026 Rising Writers’ Expo: Once Upon Our Time on January 29, 2026, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Dekaney High School. Are you a published author and part of the Spring ISD community? We invite you to be featured in our Published Author Corner, where you can share your work, connect with readers, and celebrate storytelling alongside fellow writers. Sign up by January 21, 2026, to participate.

• Spring ISD se complace en presentar la Expo de Escritores Emergentes 2026: Once Upon Our Time, que se llevará a cabo el 29 de enero de 2026, de 5:30 a 7:30 p.m., en Dekaney High School. ¿Es usted una persona autora publicada y parte de la comunidad de Spring ISD? Le invitamos a participar en nuestro Rincón de Autores Publicados, donde podrá compartir su obra, conectar con personas lectoras y celebrar la narración de historias junto a otros. Regístrese antes del 21 de enero de 2026 para participar.

• 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.

Every day truly counts in Spring ISD! When students are in class, they stay connected, confident and ready to learn. Missing even one day before Winter break can set students back, as new material is still being taught. Let’s finish the year strong—together in culture, together in accountability.

¡Cada día realmente cuenta en Spring ISD! Cuando los estudiantes están en clase, se mantienen conectados, seguros y listos para aprender. Faltar incluso un solo día antes de las vacaciones de invierno puede retrasar a los estudiantes, ya que aún se está enseñando material nuevo. Terminemos el año con fuerza, juntos en la cultura, juntos en la responsabilidad.

“The time is always right to do what is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Spring ISD honors his legacy and the work we all can do to make a difference.

“Siempre es el momento adecuado para hacer lo correcto”. — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Spring ISD honra su legado y el trabajo que todos podemos hacer para marcar la diferencia.

• Caption EN: Ready to build your computer skills? Spring ISD is offering Free adult computer classes for our families and community. Scan the QR code to register.

Jan. 26 – March 11

Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:45–7:15 p.m.

• Caption SP: ¿Listo para mejorar tus habilidades en computación? Spring ISD ofrece clases gratuitas de computación para adultos para nuestras familias y la comunidad. Escanea el código QR para registrarte.

Del 26 de enero al 11 de marzo
Lunes y miércoles | 5:45–7:15 p.m.

• Caption: At Spring ISD, we know it takes a village! Parents, join us as partners in your child’s education and make a difference by volunteering at our schools. Together, we can help every student succeed!

• Caption SP: En Spring ISD, sabemos que se necesita un equipo. Padres, únanse a nosotros como aliados en la educación de sus hijos y marquen la diferencia como voluntarios en nuestras escuelas. ¡Juntos podemos ayudar a todos los estudiantes a alcanzar el éxito!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Please be sure to take a detailed look at the 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar. It is iimperative to know the dates for scholar holiday so that scholars are present all other instructional days.

Thank you all in advance.

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 5pm on Tuesday:

Wednesday - January 21 for : Kinder-5 lunch link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4BA5A92EA7FB6-47079777-welcome

Friday- January 23 for: PK ONLY lunch link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4BA5A92EA7FB6-47147768-friyay

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