The Weekly Update #4

Wow! What a week!

Benchmark Week was one for the books! Our students showed incredible focus, perseverance, and determination as they worked through each assessment. As we walked the halls, it was clear that our students were putting in the work—and it showed!

Great job, SLA students! We hope everyone takes some time to rest and recharge after such a busy week.

Parents, please remember that Mid-Winter Break and Intervention Days are scheduled for February 16–20. Be sure to review the remainder of our newsletter for important updates, reminders, and upcoming events in the weeks ahead.

Please take a few moments to read through our latest school newsletter, as it contains important information and upcoming reminders, including:

⭐A Note from The Principal - Saturday School and Focused Days!

⭐8th Grade PGPs Due – Please be sure all Personal Graduation Plans are completed and submitted on time.

⭐8th Grade P-Tech Interviews– Make sure you scholar knows time and day!

⭐Rodeo TELPAS!

⭐Valentine Grams – PTO is selling Valentine Grams—don’t miss the chance to spread some cheer!

Staying informed will help ensure students remain on track academically and don’t miss any important requirements or dates.

Thank You, Families!

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the parents who signed their scholars up for intervention, Saturday School, and tutorials. Your partnership and support play a vital role in student success.

We are excited to see the growth our scholars will continue to make and look forward to their hard work paying off during the STAAR exams.

Below are the dates for Saturday School and Focused Days. Please review them carefully and reach out if you have any questions. Thank you for helping us set our students up for success!

• Warm-up pants, sweatpants, joggers, basketball shorts, leggings, flare leggings, and athletic pants are not allowed as uniform bottoms.

• Students must wear approved uniform bottoms at all times while on campus.

• Students are required to wear their assigned grade-level uniform shirt each day. The correct colors are:

  • 6th Grade – Black

  • 7th Grade – Red

  • 8th Grade – Yellow

If a student arrives out of dress code:

• The student will be required to call a parent or guardian to bring appropriate clothing.

• If a change of clothes cannot be provided, the student will be assigned to ISS for the day.

If your family does not have appropriate clothing for the weather, please reach out to our campus. We are here to support you and can assist with resources to help keep students warm and in dress code.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and partnership in keeping our scholars ready to learn.

Hello Students and Parents,

This is an important reminder to complete and submit your Personal Graduation Plans (PGPs).

At this time, only 8 PGPs have been received, and all students are required to submit one.

Do not wait until the last minute—take care of this as soon as possible. If you need help or have questions, please see me.

• 🎉 8th Grade Prom

• 🏃‍♂️ Field Day

• 🎓 Graduation

Timely submission ensures your student stays on track for high school planning and remains eligible for all end-of-year celebrations.

📽️ Refer to the video below for step-by-step instructions on how to submit the PGP.

Thank you for your attention to this important requirement and for your continued support.

-Counselor Avalos

📅 P-TECH Interviews: Saturday, February 14, 2026

📍 Location: Dekaney High School

Families of students selected for an interview will receive important details through their Novus account email, including interview time slots assigned by middle school. Each middle school will have a designated interview window, so families should be sure to check their Novus email regularly.

We are so proud to celebrate our amazing 6th grade students who showed growth on their Middle-of-Year (MOY) MAP assessments! Their hard work and dedication truly paid off. To recognize their achievement, students earned treats of their choice—up to three total—one for each test area where they demonstrated growth (ELAR, Math, and Science).

Way to go, Knights! Keep striving, growing, and shining—we couldn’t be more proud! 💙⚔️

Our PTO is getting ready to spread some Valentine cheer, and we need your support! We are currently collecting items to help put together our Valentine Grams.

Donations needed include:
🐻 Stuffed teddy bears
🍓 Strawberry soda
🍬 Valentine candy
🔥 Hot Cheetos
❤️ Any Valentine-themed items

If you’re able to donate, please scan the QR code below and enter your information so we know how to plan accordingly.

Thank you for supporting our PTO and helping us make Valentine’s Day special for our students! 💕

Spring ISD families are invited to join us for our Special Education Parent Connection in partnership with Disability Rights Texas.

Learn how this organization supports students with disabilities and their families by protecting rights, providing legal assistance, and connecting families to valuable programs and services. Open to all parents and caregivers.

🗓Tuesday, February 10, 2026

⏰6:00 – 7:00 PM

📍TeachUP Spring Learning Center

15651 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77090

• Spring ISD Community Engagement Center
• Jan. 27. 4–7 p.m.
• 17125 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090

• Centro de Participación Comunitaria de Spring ISD
• Enero 27. 4–7 p.m.
• 17125 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090

📣 Spread the Word: Celebrate an Amazing Teacher! 🍎✨

Spring ISD is excited to share an opportunity to recognize the incredible educators who make a difference every day! Up to six teachers in Spring ISD will be selected to receive a Life-Changing Teacher Award of $2,500 each.

We encourage all students and families to visit HonoredSchools.org and nominate a teacher who has made a meaningful impact in your child’s life—whether through inspiration, support, or going above and beyond in the classroom.

🗓 Nomination Deadline: Friday, April 10

Let’s come together to celebrate and honor the educators who truly change lives. Thank you for helping us spread the word and recognize excellence in our schools!

The Office of Harris County Commissioner Precinct One, Rodney Ellis, is now accepting applications for the School Safety Program. This program supports street and mobility improvements near schools to help ensure students can walk and bike safely.

School principals, superintendents, and PTO/PTA leadership are encouraged to apply. The FY 2026 application period ends April 30, 2026. Every student deserves a safe walk or bike ride to school. Apply HERE.

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. 💛

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¡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. 💛

¿Quieres conocer más sobre las fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento de tu hijo? MAP Growth es una prueba computarizada que se aplica tres veces al año y se adapta a las respuestas de los estudiantes. Ayuda a los maestros a personalizar el aprendizaje y a las familias a seguir el progreso de sus hijos. Conoce más sobre MAP Growth y cómo leer tu Informe Familiar: ¿Qué es MAP Growth?

In Spring ISD, we're dedicated to providing our students with the best possible transportation experience. If you love driving and want to make a difference in our community, we have opportunities available right now. Join us in keeping our students safe and supported on the road!

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!