Hines Herald

Mission: At Hines Elementary, it is our unwavering commitment to establish a safe and inclusive learning environment. Our students will feel loved, supported, and find joy in learning. ❤️

Vision: At Hines Elementary, we are committed to cultivating a vibrant and dynamic learning environment that ignites curiosity, fosters creativity, and celebrates student achievements. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for critical thinking that are essential for academic success and positive character growth. Through collaboration with families and the wider community, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential and become responsible, compassionate, and engaged citizens.

Husky Families,

I am so excited to share some wonderful news with you—Hines Elementary has officially achieved Level 1 Certification in the High Reliability Schools (HRS) framework! This accomplishment reflects the hard work of our staff, the support of our families, and most importantly, the dedication of our students.

Level 1 focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative culture—a foundation we believe is essential for all learning and growth. Achieving this milestone shows that as a community, we are committed to building the best possible environment for our Huskies.

Below, you’ll find two resources to help you celebrate alongside us:

• 🎥 A short video we shared last year that explains what HRS is all about and why it matters.

• 📰 The official press release from Marzano Resources congratulating Hines Elementary on this exciting achievement.
  
  

We are proud of this recognition and look forward to continuing our HRS journey together! Thank you for always supporting our school—you are an important part of our success.

Hines Elementary School achieves Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™ Bloomington, Ind.,

[August 12, 2025]

Hines Elementary School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means Hines Elementary School has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows. Without such a culture, student achievement will be compromised. Day-to-day school operations are addressed and evaluated in Level 1.

The high reliability school (HRS) program was created by Marzano Resources to help transform schools into organizations that take proactive steps to ensure student success. Using a research-based five-level hierarchy, along with leading and lagging indicators, educators learn to assess, monitor, and confirm the effectiveness of their schools.

This framework, based on 50 years of educational research, defines five progressive levels of performance that a school must master to become an HRS—where all students learn the content and skills they need for success in college, careers, and beyond.

“As you move through the levels, it represents a complete transformation in how schools are run,” says CEO Robert J. Marzano.

Schools must collect data and validate their performance to climb each level of the hierarchy. Certification is determined by Marzano Resources analysts in cooperation with school data teams.

Using the HRS framework and indicators, schools can drive sustained, positive, and significant impacts on student achievement by synthesizing multiple complex initiatives into one harmonious system.

About Marzano Resources

Built on the foundation of Dr. Robert J. Marzano’s 50 years of education research, Marzano Resources supports teachers and administrators through customizable on-site professional development, educator events, virtual coaching, books, videos and online courses. Our associates and authors are thought leaders in the field of education and deliver research-backed guidance for all major areas of schooling, including curriculum development, instruction, assessment, student engagement and personalized competency-based education.

Every week, Mrs. Halbrook, one of our 4th grade teachers, compiles the pictures taken on campus in a highlight video. The students look forward to watching it each week and seeing themself on the big screen! Click below to view this week's video.

https://animoto.com/play/YmN29Mv4PzcTTXc7wbm1aQ

We are excited to introduce a new section in The Hines Herald called Student Spotlight! This feature will celebrate the amazing achievements, acts of kindness, and positive contributions of our Huskies both inside and outside of school. In this section, we will highlight students who have gone above and beyond—whether it’s reaching a personal goal, helping others, or making a difference in the community. We can’t wait to share these inspiring stories and honor the incredible ways our students shine!

Click here to submit your student for the Student Spotlight

We are excited to launch a new section in our newsletter, Hines Shines, where we celebrate students who go above and beyond in showing kindness, leadership, hard work, and exceptional behavior and exemplifying our Husky HOWL. These shining stars make Hines a better place every day, and we can’t wait to recognize their amazing contributions!

The meal menus are posted on the Hines Website monthly to allow you to review menu choices. Please review meal options with your child if they plan to purchase breakfast or lunch. The cafeteria is not able to alter the meals to meet children's specific food preferences. If your child has food allergies, the cafeteria requires doctor's documentation to accommodate allergies. The link to the form can be found on the Child Nutrition website under the FAQ section. If you have any questions, you may contact our cafeteria manager, Donna Carrington at dlcarrington@conroeisd.net.

Looking ahead to next week, I’m excited to announce that we will begin welcoming lunch visitors starting Monday. We know how much our students enjoy having family members join them during lunchtime, and we’re delighted to provide this opportunity. Please remember to check in at the front office and follow our visitor guidelines (pictured below) to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. As a reminder, if someone not listed on your child's emergency contact information is coming to lunch, please send an email to contacthines@conroeisd.net with the visitor's first and last name (as it appears on their ID) so the front office knows who to expect.

We Value Your Feedback!
At Hines Elementary, we’re always looking for ways to improve our events and experiences for our families. Please take a moment to share your thoughts about Meet the Teacher, Husky Huddle, and Hines 101. Your feedback helps us make future events even better!

https://forms.office.com/r/gsy0u4DUvt

For the safety of all our Huskies, please do not pull up along Lexington in your car to pick up your child during afternoon dismissal. If your child is designated as a walker or biker, they should walk or bike home as intended.

When cars pull up along the curb to pick up students, it not only creates traffic congestion but also makes it difficult for our staff to confirm that students are leaving with the correct adult.

Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and smooth for everyone!

August 25: Lunch visitors begin

August 27: Parent Information Night information sent

September 1: No School

September 3-4: School store during lunches

September 10: Volunteer meeting @9:00 am

September 10: Room parent meeting @9:30 am

September 11: PTO Meeting 1:00 pm

September 12: Fall Picture Day

September 13: District Student Art Show

September 18: Family Paint Night

September 24: Spring Creek Spirit Night

September 26: HERO Award Ceremony

This year we are excited to be offering a variety of opportunities for students to get involved after school again. As our campus grows, the variety and number of clubs offered will continue to increase.

These clubs, and their registration information, will be advertised in our weekly newsletter. More information to come about clubs!

Husky families,

Sign-ups for Art club begin today and end August 24th. If your 3rd or 4th grader has a strong interest in Art and would like to work on some fun projects with their Art teachers after school, sign them up for a chance to be in the Husky Art Club! (See sign up for more information)

There will be a limited number of spots for each grade level, so a lottery system will be used if more than the allotted amount sign up.

Hines Art teachers

We are well on our way to starting our very own Garden Club at Hines. We are asking for donations to help continue to grow this already amazing project. Please click below if you are interested in donating.

https://www.donorschoose.org/project/from-beds-to-blooms-bringing-our-school/9601065/

Once a week, students can choose to go outside to play or to the library. On weather days students can choose indoor activities. This additional planning time is when our teachers and instructional coaches meet to plan for intervention and enrichment.

Monday: 1st Grade

Tuesday: 2nd Grade

Wednesday: 3rd Grade

Thursday: 4th Grade

Friday: Kindergarten

If you need to change your child's transportation from their typical way home, please notify the school before 2:00 pm by submitting a transportation change on the transportation change app on your parent portal for 1 DAY CHANGES.

If you need to make a permanent change, or for multiple days, please continue to email contacthines@conroeisd.net. You may copy their child's teacher, however, they are not always able to check their email prior to dismissal, so be sure to include contacthines@conroeisd.net as well. Below is an example of what a change of transportation email should include.

• Child's first and last name
• Teacher/grade
• How they will go home, including what location for biker/walker
• What is the duration of this change (just today, for the week, permanent change)
• The email address that sends the change must match the email we have on file for the guardian or send a photo of your ID along with the email
  
  

Example of email:

• My son, John Smith in Mr. Hines 4th grade class will be a walker today only. He is a FRONT walker. From: Mom Smith
  
  

The front office will email you back once the change has been received either through the app or by email. Thank you for your help with this.

The map below illustrates the names of our biker/walker locations, front, middle and back.

We are here to support each student, their families and the staff here at Hines. We want to make sure that students are supported in their academic needs as well as learn skills to build resiliency. Whether your child needs help making friends, managing their feelings or navigating challenges, we are here to support you!

Who is my child’s counselor?

Jannelle Taylor

I’m excited to introduce myself as one of your school counselors! I have 7 years of experience in education and this will be my second year as a counselor. This is my first year in Conroe ISD, and I’m thrilled to be part of the Hines Elementary community. When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family. I look forward to supporting your children and partnering with you for a successful school year!

Robyn Taylor-Ross

I am so excited to serve in a dynamic duo school counselor team here at Hines. I am passionate about helping students grow in their resilience and academically. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where everyone feels seen, heard and valued!

What is the role of the counselor?

• Teaching resilience through presenting a comprehensive program that promotes knowledge and skills in three content areas: academic achievement, career development and personal/social growth.

• Provide Small group and individual counseling that are ongoing activities designed to help individual and small groups of students to establish personal goals and develop future plans.

• Responsive services that can include consultation, individual/small group counseling, crisis response, referrals, peer mediation.

• Guidance lessons, small groups, individual counseling

• System Support that can include professional development, collaboration, program management and operation

How are Students Referred to the Counselor

• Parent Referrals

• Teacher Referrals

• Self Referral

• Counselor Check-Ins

Upcoming Monthly Focus Guidance Lessons

• Hines HOWL Introduction

• Hard Work

• Optimism

The Grand Oaks feeder elementary campuses are teaming up to offer a series of Parent Education Presentations throughout the year. Bradley Elementary is proud to host the first presentation on the important topic of Digital Citizenship and Internet Safety. Please see the flyer below for details—we hope to see you there!

𝙊𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝙒𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙏𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮!

Now through 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵, you can grab your Hines gear and show off your Husky pride! All orders will be delivered to your students’ classrooms by mid-October.

While you’re shopping this year’s spirit wear, don’t miss our 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! We have a limited selection of last year’s items available at discounted prices—once they’re gone, they’re gone!

https://hinespto.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6154&form=3

Send your Husky something special on their birthday!

Option #1 includes:
-Birthday message on the marquee on the day of their birthday (or day you choose)
-Birthday sticker
-Lollipop
-Special message from sender

Option #2 includes:
-Birthday sticker
-Lollipop
-Special message from sender

**Please note: ALL Birthday grams must be purchased a minimum of two weeks prior to your student's birthday!**

Join the PTO and check off a bunch of to-dos in one easy step:

• School Directory Access
• Birthday Gram
• Yearbook
• Event Tickets
• And More!

Skip the hassle of multiple forms and payments — take care of it all 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 by signing up for your Hines PTO Membership today!

https://hinespto.ptboard.com/

Are you a parent, guardian, or caregiver at Hines Elementary School?
We need YOU to help build a stronger, more connected school community!

🎓 Why Join the PTO?
✅ Support your child’s education
✅ Help plan fun events and fundraisers
✅ Stay informed and have a voice
✅ Meet awesome parents and teachers
✅ No pressure—volunteer as much or as little as you’d like!

Throughout the year, the PTO hosts a school store during lunches where students have the opportunity to purchase Spirit Sticks, Smecils and other trinkets for $1 or $2.

Order a 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 by September 12th and get 𝟒 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬 to personalize your yearbook!

On sale now for $30 until 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭! Don't miss out on this savings!

We’re looking for community sponsors to help us support our students and staff this school year.

A huge THANK YOU to our returning sponsors — we couldn't do this without you! There are still opportunities available.

Contact us at hinesptosponsorships@gmail.com or click the link for more info.

The Rooms App is what our teachers will use for communcation with parents (this will replace apps like Dojo, Remind and SeeSaw- the parent messaging feature). If you are having trouble accessing Rooms, please see the directions below:

If you are having trouble accessing Rooms, these are the steps to follow:

1. Download the Conroe ISD TX app.

2. Use the Google login with their email on file with the school (the email you registered your children with).

3. Turn on notifications and customize your preferences.

Information for Parents and Guardians: https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians

With the launch of the new district website, we also have a new mobile app!

Download the app on your mobile device and manage your notification preferences in the settings. You will be able to add school profiles when they are moved over to the new platform.

Key Features:

• Push Notifications - Select ‘yes’ when you download the app to receive the latest push notifications from the District.
• Calendar Events - Add events to the calendar on your personal mobile device directly from the calendar section on the app.
• News - Check out the latest District-wide and school news all in one place!

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

Look for the app below in your store:

Please view our Hines Student Handbook Addendum. The purpose of this handbook addendum is to inform you of important information regarding day to day life at Hines; however, at times it may be necessary to make a few changes during the school year. In this event, the addendum will be updated, as well as you will be notified via letter, email, or website. I want to encourage you to visit our school website at http://hines.conroeisd.net as important information and events will be posted there frequently. In fact, you may want to bookmark this address for easy access. The 20252026 Conroe Independent School District Student/Parent Handbook is available to you online here.

Hines Handbook Addendum

School Meal Pricing

2025 – 2026 Meal Prices Breakfast Meal Prices

• Student Breakfast $2.00
• Student Reduced Breakfast $0

Lunch Meal Prices

• Student Lunch $3.20
• Student Reduced Lunch $0
  
  

Menus are located on the Child Nutrition website, the Hines website and posted in the cafeteria.

Parents can pre-pay online for meal accounts beginning August 1, 2025, at www.myschoolbucks.com.

Free and Reduced Meal Applications are available now on line www.myschoolapps.com

Parents can register their students for transportation at the following link: Transportation Registration

Email: contacthines@conroeisd.net
Website: hines.conroeisd.net
Location: Woodbridge Cove Drive, The Woodlands, TX, USA
Phone: 281-939-0400
Facebook: facebook.com/HinesCISD
Twitter: @HinesCISD