The Husky Howl
Parent Newsletter: March
Update: March 22, 2026
A Message from CISD Communications
Our Communications Department is currently going through an audit in order to determine the effectiveness of our communication platforms and team. Please help us make our communication efforts even stronger by completing the following principal survey and sharing the family survey with your community. Deadline to complete survey is March 31, 2026.
Community Survey: https://forms.gle/ZKsYe1EhoV5gnyqD6
Update: March 19, 2026
This week's oddly-cool weather has caused the jackets, hoodies, and more to be pulled from closets for hopefully one last time before the warmer Spring weather arrives for good. While it is windy, our students have enjoyed the sunny weather during recess this week!
We have added some H-O-P-E PRIDE as you enter the front drive! Check out our NEW FLAGS attached to our light poles.
- H- Helping Others
- O- Outstanding Behavior
- P- Positive Attitude
- E- Engaged in Learning
We have more exciting PRIDE surprises coming to our cafeteria soon!
To support your family planning for Spring events and appreciation days, our Spring-At-A-Glance is linked here and is accessible in a button below. Please checkout a few monthly highlights.
March:
- We are celebrating World Down Syndrome day by wearing crazy socks this Friday, March 20.
- Our final evening Music Program is on Tuesday, March 31 at 5:00 for our 1st graders to showcase their musical talents.
April:
- April 14 is our STAAR Reading assessment for 3rd & 4th grade. The makeup testing day is April 15. April 28 is our STAAR Math assessment for 3rd & 4th grade. The makeup testing day is April 29. These four days are considered "Closed Campus" days for testing security and confidentiality; no campus visitors are permitted including lunch visitors.
May:
- Our school-wide Field Day occurs during Specials class on May 8. Parent volunteers are welcome and must be approved through the CISD Volunteer application. Email rmcdonald@conroeisd.net and kmckinney@conroeisd.net to sign up for an assigned location.
Our Student Council has worked hard to create a picture catalog and organization of our current (very full) Lost & Found. Thank you for caring for our students' belongings and school, Student Council! Click here to view the Hope Digital Lost & Found. Contact your child's teacher to claim your child's items so they can be recovered and sent home.
February: Spotlight on Kindness!
A Message from Mrs. Upshaw
March is here and so is the Spring weather and sunshine! This week, we celebrating Reading with Read Across America dress up and reading challenge fun. Next week is Spring Break and I hope that each of you enjoy quality time with your family and friends throughout the week. Classes will resume on Monday, March 16.
Teachers are in the process of scheduling Spring Conferences during March and April. These are highly recommended for each student as best-practice and is a part of our Title I compliance requirements. Please schedule a time with your child's teacher; in person, via Zoom/Teams, or via phone.
This newsletter includes:
- Read Across America week
- Attendance Challenge
- "Spring-At-A-Glance" for events
- Nurse McGhee's update
- Resource links to our Grade Level Newsletter website, Hope Elementary website, and Year-At-A-Glance for Events.
- The CISD Calendar for 2026-2027 has been approved. It is located in the CISD & Community section.
Thank you for sharing your child with us and for your connection with our school community!
Christina Upshaw
Proud Principal
Youth Art Month
These students have been chosen to represent Hope for Youth Art Month. Their artwork will hang on display throughout the month of March at the Conroe Library. We are so proud of them!
- Ilanna Leon
- Kylee Robertson
- Levi Martz
- Sophia Navarette
- Jax Allen
Husky Pride!
We have added some H-O-P-E PRIDE as you enter the front drive! Check out our NEW FLAGS attached to our light poles.
- H- Helping Others
- O- Outstanding Behavior
- P- Positive Attitude
- E- Engaged in Learning
We have more exciting PRIDE surprises coming to our cafeteria soon!
Teacher of the Month, Paolo Castagnoli!
Congratulations to our March Teacher of the Month, Paolo Castagnoli! We appreciate your focus on our learning community and excellence for all students. And always in a kind and supportive way! Thank you for stepping in to lead our 3rd grade team, for mentoring students, and for leading our Student Council!
Home of the Hope Huskies!
Get Connected!
Email: contacthope@conroeisd.net
Website: hope.conroeisd.net
Location: 14755 Granger Pines Way, Conroe, TX, USA
Phone: 936 - 709 - 4700
Social: @HopeCISD
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March
2-6 Read Across America week
3- PTO Meeting 9:00-10:00
3- Parent Connection Meeting 4:15-5:00
5- Quarter 3 Goal & Attendance Celebrations
5- Kona Ice during recess
9-13- Spring Break
19- Spotlight Celebration: Self-Control
31- Kindergarten Graduation pictures
31- Music Program for 1st Grade at 5:00
From Mrs. Abshier
I’m Allison Abshier and I am so proud to be the counselor at Hope! I’m here to help support our students, families, and teachers with any social/emotional needs. Please feel free to reach out to me anytime by phone or email.
Office: 936.709.4707
Email: aabshier@conroeisd.net
Parent Assistance Forms
https://forms.gle/gaid8RVUp1JbcS4M6
(Espanol)
From Nurse McGhee
Hope Amazon Wishlist
Our Hope Amazon Wishlist in changing to help us prepare for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week in May! We need your help to clear to list by April 24! Every donation and gift card helps. THANK YOU!
Upcoming Events
Parent Volunteers & PTO Information
Join our Hope PTO!
Upcoming Events:
- The next PTO Meeting is Tuesday, March 3 at 9:00 in The Meeting Room.
A Message from our Hope PTO
Hope Elementary PTO is opening board positions for the upcoming year, and this is such a great way to be involved, support our school, and make a real impact for our kids and staff.
If you have ever thought about getting more involved or stepping into a leadership role, this is your sign. No experience required, just a heart for our school community.
Interested or want to learn more?
Please email hopepto.cisd@gmail.com
Sign up to be a WATCH Dog!
#1 Complete the CISD volunteer application and wait until you are approved.
#2 Sign up for a day or two to serve as a WATCH Dog. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48AAAC23A2F4CF8-58872237-hope#/
#3 Arrive in time to check in at the front office and receive your badge and schedule.
#4 Be ready to become WATCH Dog-famous with our Hope Huskies! We are excited to have you!
Buy a Yearbook while supplies last!
Community Events & Information
CISD Job Fairs
💥 Mini Job Fair - Bilingual and Special Education Teachers 💥
March 5, 2026
5:00 - 6:30 pm
Jett Center
March 28, 2026
7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grand Oaks High School
Conroe ISD Mobile App
Download the app on your mobile device and manage your notification preferences in the settings. You can select individual school profiles to follow all the news from your campuses.
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!