The Woodlands High School

Senior Campus Administrators

Mr. Dennis Muehsler, Principal

Dr. Beth Wyrick, Associate Principal Operations

Mrs. Jaime Cassidy, Associate Principal Curriculum

Senior Campus Assistant Principals

Mr. Roderic Williams, A-Car

Ms. Paige Jeanes, Cas-Fue

Ms. Laura Braun, Ful-Jai

Ms. Stefanie Roland, Jam-Med

Ms. LeighAnn Wolfe, Mei-Ramd

Mr. Craig Harbin, Rami-Sto

Mr. Chad Lanham, Str-Z

Senior Campus Counselors

Ms. Julie Emmons, A-Bri

Ms. Brittany Darden, Bro-Din

Ms. Lisa Algaze, Dio-Gus

Ms. Keisha Clarke, Gut-Kat

Ms. Monica Frank, Kau-Mcl

Ms. Jane Iribarren, Mcm-Peb

Ms. Elizabeth Bowling, Pec-Sam

Ms. Venitra Bradberry, San-Tor

Ms. Tiffani Jaqua, Tos-Z

Ms. Kristi Tabor, Lead Counselor A-Z

Ms. Kayla St. Romain, College & Career A-Z

9th Grade Campus Administrators

Ms. Shawne LeDee, Principal

Mr. Clint Rushing, Associate Principal

9th Grade Assistant Principals

Mr. Ryan Clapsaddle, A-L

Ms. Riqui Boyles, M-Z

9th Grade Campus Counselors

Ms. Vicky Woods, A-Gi

Ms. Allison Chambers, Go-Or

Mr. Matthew Kelley, Os-Z

There are important dates to note as we head into Spring. Course selection meetings for current first-year students have already begun, and for current Sophomores and Juniors, they start next week. These meetings will take place through designated classes. During this time, we will review grades, discuss post-graduation plans, and finalize course requests for next year. To view the most up-to-date information about courses, please visit our TWHS Course Selection Website. The course selection sheets will be updated soon for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Highlander Academic Expo, Virtual Meeting, and Parent Help Night Recap:

The Virtual Meeting presentation is linked here: TWHS Course Selection for Parents.

Please keep in mind that this video is over an hour long, so that you can watch it at your leisure. In it, you will learn about Naviance, a tool that students use to plan courses and other important aspects of post-secondary options. During this presentation, families were invited to ask questions. The Q&A is linked here: Naviance & 4-year Plans Presentation Q&A

Students should have their 4-year plans completed in Naviance, including elective selections and alternate classes. Please take a look at the video in the previous paragraph. Selections can be changed from year to year. The 4-year plan is fluid and a working document that is meant to guide you through course options. Please don't worry about it being perfect. Ultimately, students will request their courses with a counselor. Please be sure that your student has chosen core classes and alternates for all future school years by January 26, 2026.

If you have a current Sophomore or Junior, we want to give you time to review important dual credit information for anyone wishing to take a dual credit class for the 2026-2027 school year. The dual credit submission form is now open and will close on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026. The next step is reviewing the steps to becoming a dual credit student, as outlined on the TWHS Dual Credit Website.

Step 1: Are you a new or returning dual credit student? If you are new, please go ahead and step 2. If you are not new, you will proceed to step 3.

Step 2: If you are a new dual credit student, please go ahead and complete the Apply Texas application & set up your LoneStar College account, and forward your emails. If you are not new to dual credit, you can proceed to step 3.

Step 3: Do you have qualifying test scores from the SAT, ACT, or TSIA2? If you do, you do NOT need to re-qualify. If you have not signed up for the February ACT, you will need to sign up for the TSIA2 test. More information on that to come. Testing usually occurs in March. However, before you can test in March, you MUST create an Accuplacer account and complete the pre-assessment activity. Instructions for completing the pre-assessment can be found here.

You may be asked to show your certificate of completion, so be sure to download it and save it to your Google Drive. For students taking the February ACT or March SAT, scores are usually loaded into your College Board or ACT account within 3 weeks. Students taking the TISA2 test, you will receive your scores as soon as you complete your test.

Step 4: Submitting the dual credit Google form (including uploading your dual credit paperwork and qualifying test scores). This step cannot be completed UNTIL the student obtains the qualifying test scores. The form opens January 6, 2026, and closes April 2, 2026.

The last and final step will not occur until July/August. I will send another email with payment instructions once students have been enrolled in their dual credit courses at Lone Star College for the fall. This typically happens at the end of July. The deadline to have steps 1-4 completed is April 2, 2026.

Here are some important dates for next semester:

• January 6th: Dual Credit registration begins
• January 12th-23rd: Teacher recommendations take place for the 2026-2027 school year: you will be able to view these recommendations at a later date
• January 15th: Highlander Academic Expo at the senior campus
• January 21st: Parent Help Night- at the 9th grade campus (only for parents who still have questions after the expo, completely optional to attend)
• January 26th: Naviance closes for course selection
• January 27th-End of March: Counselors meet individually with students for course selections
• April 2nd: Dual Credit paperwork deadline-all test scores should be received, and completed paperwork turned in by this date
• April 13th: Paper verifications sent home with completed course requests
• April 17th: Verifications due and course change requests due

We know there are many options for tutors in our community. However, we strongly encourage your student to build a relationship with their teacher and seek their guidance when they need assistance or clarification. Our teachers are readily available before or after school for tutoring. In many cases, students also utilize peer tutoring through many of our service organizations. In addition, evening tutorials are available at the Senior Campus. Our staff is always here to help answer questions and address concerns. We also provide a list of tutors, some current or former teachers, on our website. You can also find it here:

The Highlander Swim and Dive team is still practicing strong in preparation for our Varsity District Meet this weekend. Diving will be Friday after school and swimming will be Saturday. Come support our Highlander Swim and Dive team dominate the district meet!

Boys Basketball has started our 2nd round of District play. We are currently in 2nd place and need your support for the rest of the season. We have a huge game Friday night as we host Willis at 7pm. Then we will host Cleveland on Wednesday, Feb. 4th at 7pm. Sub-Varsity games start at 4 and 5:30pm. Please come out and cheer for these hard-working kids as we push to make a playoff run.

For more information on Boys Basketball please go to our website at www.highlanderbasketball.org

TENNIS UPDATE: The 6A STATE CHAMPION Highlanders will begin Spring tournament season @ the John Furlow Ft Bend tournament Friday 1/23/26 followed by tournaments @ A&M, Klein and the CISD Lucky Frazier Tmt on February 6.

The JV/FR had their first tournament in Katy and had 15 medalists.

Head Coach McIlvain and Assistant Coach Kendall were presented Coach of the Year honors by former World #1 Mats Wilander at the TTCA conference in December.

TICKETS: How to purchase sporting event tickets: Go to - https://twhs.conroeisd.net/ - From Home Page - Click on Campus Life - Click on Athletics - Scroll Down and Click on Individual Game Tickets - Click On Hometown Ticketing - Click on The Woodlands - Click on Football - Click on whichever team you are purchasing for.

Stadium Polices: Clear Bags ONLY

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The NEW TWHS Art Booster Club is welcoming new members!

This parent volunteer organization has been established to support the nearly 800 students in the visual arts programs at TWHS.

Please join the TWHS Art Board Members to discuss our plans for the semester at 6pm on Tuesday, January 27th, at the Black Walnut Cafe, 9000 New Trails Dr

The Woodlands, TX 77381

We are on a mission to spread inclusion! We bring students with intellectual disabilities together with their typically developing peers for food, fun and physical activities! EVERYONE is welcome to join! We meet twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 2:45-3:30pm in room 107 at the senior campus. Freshmen are welcome to attend and may take the shuttle from the 9th grade campus to the senior campus. Questions? Contact the sponsor, Dianne Maberry at dmaberry@conroeisd.net - check us out on IG @twhs.mim

SEE YOU ON JANUARY 26 FOR OUR "ART STATIONS" THEMED MEETING! SNACKS, GAMES, FRIENDS AND FUN ARE ON THE AGENDA!

Explore your sense of Adventure and Fun!

The Climbing Club at TWHS provides hands-on experience for anyone interested in climbing, whether you are a beginner or a more advanced climber. We meet once a month on campus and at CLIMB Woodlands, where you can climb for free. We would like to congratulate our December Climber of the Month - Ayden Lebron!!!

Join us at our next meeting on Friday 1/30 at 2:45pm in room 243 to announce our January Climber of the month!

JROTC Upcoming Events:

Congratulations! The Drone Team competed in Mesquite, TX on 17 January.

TEAM A - 2nd place Alliance Comp, 7th place Skills Comp, 12th place Qualifier Round

TEAM B - 8th place Skills Comp, 25th place Qualifier Round

Texas A&M AS3 CIA trip: Juniors will travel to Texas A&M 27 January to experience a college tour, learn more about the university, and learn about the Corps of Cadets.

Orienteering Competition: The Orienteering Team will travel to Sam Houston National Forest for the Stubblefield orienteering meet on 31 January. Parent waivers are due 28 January.

Bataan Memorial Death March: Cadets will honor the POWs who were forced to participate in the 1942 Bataan Death march with a 14 mile walk/run on 13 February. This event will be held at the 9th grade campus.

Our largest fundraiser of the year is coming up soon - 6 February! Everyone is welcome to come out and support JROTC! Click HERE for advanced tickets.

TWHS Choir congratulates our 2026 Region IX All State Choir Members: Amelia Avedikian- 12th Grade, Alto 1 - All-State Treble Choir, Allie Borgmeyer - 10th Grade, Soprano 1 - All-State Mixed Choir, Olivia Conaway - 12th Grade, Soprano 1 - All-State Treble Choir, Leah Bronfman - 11th Grade, Alto 2 - All-State Mixed Choir, Siddhartha Gottumukkula - 12th Grade, Bass 1 - All-State Mixed Choir, Aanika Peri - 10th Grade, Soprano 1 - All-State Treble Choir, Hana Reel - 10th Grade, Alto 1 - All-State Mixed Choir, Andrew Wells - 11th Grade, Bass 1 - All-State Mixed Choir.

The Choir Booster Club would like to acknowledge our Platinum Community Sponsor: The Delacotera Family. We are thankful for their support!

Please join our Choir community at Chipotle Spirit Night on Monday, January 26, 4-8 pm-Market Street location!

TWHS offers a multitude of languages, including Japanese, German, French, and Chinese. As students decide which language to choose, there are a few things to keep in mind. Which language will make them stand out to future employers? Please see our monthly newsletter for more information about who we are and what our languages offer.

We would like to remind you of several important updates regarding your student’s health records and requirements:

1. Vaccine Updates:
   If your student has received any vaccines this school year, please send a copy or screenshot to the school clinic so it can be added to their electronic record.

○ Colleges and universities require a second dose of the Meningitis (MCV4) vaccine, administered on or after the 16th birthday.

○ Email vaccine records to:

■ Senior Campus: aransley@conroeisd.net

■ Ninth Grade Campus: efalcon@conroeisd.net

1. Graduating Seniors or Moving Families:

○ If you have a graduating senior or plan to move over the summer, please request a copy of your student’s vaccine record before the end of the school year.

○ Records can be picked up by your student or emailed to you.

○ Note: Clinic staff will not be available after May 26th for the summer.

○ The district does not submit records to colleges or universities on your behalf.

○ Records are kept on file for five years after a student’s last enrollment in Conroe ISD.

1. Upcoming Vaccines or Expiring Affidavits:

○ If you’ve received a letter or email regarding an upcoming vaccine due or an expiring Conscientious Objector affidavit, please ensure these are submitted to the clinic within 10 days of the due date to maintain enrollment.

○ Conscientious Objector affidavits can now be downloaded and printed at home. Please see the clinic website for that link. https://sites.google.com/conroeisd.net/twhsclinicinformation/home

1. Vision and Hearing Screenings:

○ We are completing the required vision and hearing screenings for all students new to the district this year.

○ If your child receives a vision referral, please ensure the letter is signed by an eye doctor and returned to the clinic to complete the referral process.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our students healthy and in school!

For all things AP Testing, please visit:

https://sites.google.com/conroeisd.net/twhs-aptesting/home

REGISTRAR:

If your student is not returning for the Spring semester, please email Sidney Vance at svance@conroeisd.net for 10-12 graders and Carolyn Czubinski at cczubinski@conroeisd.net for 9th graders. Withdrawal procedures can be found at this link: https://sites.google.com/conroeisd.net/twhs-registration/withdrawals-transfers

If you need to update your address, please email a copy of your utility bill or lease agreement, along with a photo ID to svance@conroeisd.net. Please check your Home Access Center to verify your address is correct. If you do not have access to the Parent Portal, please email svance@conroeisd.net. Include information: Student ID, Student Name, and Student Grade.

SCHOOL CASH ONLINE: Please be sure to check your child's School Cash Online account frequently. The website is www.conroeisd.schoolcashonline.com. Fees are added throughout the year for various activities. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the fees charged to your child, please contact the classroom teacher or club sponsor. Failure to pay fees listed as "required" or "overdue" may result in a student not being permitted to participate in some extracurricular activities. If you need assistance logging in to School Cash Online or adding and viewing your child's account, please visit schoolcashonline.com/Home/Support and view the resources available to help.

SMART TAG ID REPLACEMENT: If your student has lost their school ID, they may purchase a new one through School Cash Online. This item is available to all students under Smart Tag ID Replacement Fee.

We would like to inform you that the Welcome Center, led by Iytzia Cárdenas, has now been relocated to the Jett Center. However, she continues to visit our campus some days a week, mainly when she has scheduled appointments with families.

🧭 Her Mission: Guiding Families Through a New educational System

If you come across a family who may benefit from a one-on-one meeting with Iytzia to better understand and navigate the school system, please don’t hesitate to refer to them.

Iytzia is committed to:

• Providing clear guidance and support

• Helping families gradually access the information they need

• Ensuring they do not feel overwhelmed or lost

🌍 More Than Just a Language Barrier

We often assume the challenge is only about learning a new language—but in reality, it’s much deeper.

Families arriving from other countries experience:

• Culture shock.

• Grief and loss from leaving their home country, family , friends , etc.

• A complete shift in norms and expectations.

All of this can create confusion and uncertainty as they try to adjust. That’s where cultural and emotional support becomes essential.

👩‍🏫 Iytzia’s Ongoing Impact

With over 12 years of experience on this campus, Iytzia has played a key role in building strong connections with our families. Due to the growing importance of her work, her role has now been centralized, and she now serves all district schools through the Jett Center.

She identifies newly arrived families and reaches out directly—or sometimes is referred by families like you.

📌 How You Can Help

If you notice a student or family who seems to be struggling with adjustment, please:

• Reach out to Iytzia ( 281-220-9527) icardenas@conroeisd.net

• Share any relevant information.

• Encourage families to connect with her.

Even a small gesture can make a huge difference in helping families feel seen, understood, and supported.

Thank you for being a vital part of this support network. Together, we can continue creating a welcoming and inclusive community environment for everyone.

Friday, January 23, 2026

Tennis Tournament- Ft Bend Furlow @ Clements

SNHS Morning Meeting 6:40 LGI 1

Comic Club/FIFE Magazine 2:30 Rm 111

District 13 Championship Diving 2:30/4:30 @ The Natatorium

District 13 Championship Swimming @ The Natatorium

Board Game Club 2:45 Rm 211

SNHS Afternoon Meeting 2:45 LGI 1

Lady Highlanders Basketball v Willis 6:30 @Willis

Boys Basketball v Willis 7:00 @ TWHS

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Wrestling- Ridge Invite @ Cypress Ridge High School

Softball Scrimmage v Atascocita/College Station 11:45/1:30 @SMGSL

Monday, January 26, 2026

School closure due to inclement weather

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Comic Club/Fife Magazine 2:30 Rm 111

Interact Club Meeting 2:45 LGI 1

Softball Scrimmage v Cy Woods 6:00 @ Highlander Field

Lady Highlanders Basketball v Conroe 6:30 @ Conroe

Band Booster Club Meeting 6:00 LGI 2

TWHS Art Booster Club Meeting 6:00 @ Black Walnut Cafe

Boys Basketball v Conroe 7:00 @ TWHS

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Wrestling- JV District @ Conroe High

Art Club Meeting 2:45 Rm 122

Mock Trial Team Meeting 2:45 Rm 211

Model UN Meeting 3:00 LGI 1

Script Reading Club 3:30 Rm 137

Lady Highlanders Basketball v Caney Creek 6:30 @ TWHS

Boys Basketball v Caney Creek 7:00 @ Caney Creek

Boys Soccer v Cleveland 7:30 pm @ Cleveland

Girls Soccer v Cleveland 7:30 @ TWHS

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Wrestling- Varsity District @ Conroe High

Powerlifting Meet @ Magnolia

FCA Meeting 6:45 LGI 1

DECA Meeting 2:45 LGI 1

Band Parent Meeting 7:00 Band Hall

Friday, January 30, 2026

NHS Meeting 6:30 LGI 1

Tennis Tournament v Klein 8:00 @ Klein

Comic Club/Fife Magazine 2:30 Rm 111

Board Game Club 2:45 Rm 211

Powerlifting Meet 4:00

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Highsteppers Spring Dance Clinic 8:30 @ 9th Grade Campus

Boys Soccer v College Park 1:00 @ TWHS

Girls Soccer v College Park 1:00 @ College Park

Softball Scrimmage v Bellaire/Seven Lakes TBA @Bellaire

Monday, February 2, 2026

Baseball Scrimmage v Klein Oak 4:00 @ Scotland Yard

Student Council Meeting 6:00 Cafeteria

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Blood Drive

HOSA Meeting 6:50 LGI 1

Comic Club/Fife Magazine 2:30 Rm 111

HOSA Meeting 3:00 LGI 1

JROTC Booster Club Meeting 6:00 LGI 2/JROTC Classroom

Boys Soccer v New Caney 7:30 @ New Caney

Girls Soccer v New Caney 7:30 @ TWHS (Parent Night)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Powerlifting Meet @ Lake Creek

Mock Trial Meeting 2:45 Rm 211

Model UN Meeting 3:00 LGI 1

Script Reading Club 3:30 Rm 137

Lady Highlanders Basketball v Cleveland 6:30 @ Cleveland

Boys Basketball v Cleveland 7:00 @ TWHS

Thursday, February 5, 2026

FCA Meeting 6:45 LGI 1

NAHS Meeting 2:45 Rm 120

Region 4 Championship Diving 2:30/4:30 @ The Natatorium

Thespian Meeting 3:00 Black Box

Friday, February 6, 2026

Powerlifting Meet @ TWHS

SNHS Morning Meeting 6:40 LGI 1

Lucky Frazier Tennis Tournament 8:00 @ TWHS

Region 4 Championship Swimming (Prelims) 8:15/10:00 @ The Natatorium

Comic Club/Fife Magazine 2:30 Rm 111

Board Game Club 2:45 Rm 211

SNHS Afternoon Meeting 2:45 LGI 1

Baseball Scrimmage v Kingwood Park 4:00 @ Scotland Yard

Boys Soccer v Conroe 7:30 @ TWHS

Girls Soccer v Conroe 7:30 @ Conroe

The Conroe Independent School District (District) is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Active of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.

For information about Title IX rights or Section 504/ADA rights, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA coordinator at 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936) 709-7752.

Phone: Main Campus (936) 709-1200 9th Grade Campus (832) 592-8200

Website: Main Campus http://twhs.conroeisd.net/ 9th Grade Campus https://twhs9.conroeisd.net/

Twitter: Main Campus @TWHSCISD 9th Grade Campus @TWHS9thCISD