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.

We had a wonderful week at Hines! Our 3rd and 4th grade students truly shined on the STAAR Reading test, and I am so proud of their hard work and effort!

I also want to address a few safety concerns that have been brought to my attention. Some parents have shared concerns about traffic backups at our car line entrance and exit, particularly when a CISD officer is not present. While we are fortunate to typically have an officer on duty, there are times when they must respond to other situations. When an officer is present, they are able to help direct traffic and keep things moving efficiently. However, when they are not at the entrance/exit, our crossing guard is not legally permitted to direct traffic. Their role is to ensure students safely cross at designated crosswalks.

Our district coordinator for crossing guards has worked with our new crossing guard to implement a system of allowing students to cross, then releasing cars, and alternating between the two. This process is designed with student safety as the top priority, as it is not safe to have both cars and students moving through an intersection at the same time. We will continue to monitor and adjust the timing to improve the flow while keeping safety first.

Additionally, another safety concern was noted regarding students who walk or bike to school independently. Some students may need reminders to fully stop at all intersections, especially those without a crossing guard. For example, after crossing at Lexington and Woodson’s Reserve Drive with the crossing guard, some students have been observed continuing through intersections like Royal Lake without stopping. We ask that families please review safe practices with their children, including stopping, looking both ways, and proceeding with caution at every intersection.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep all of our Huskies safe!

We are excited to invite all of our wonderful parent volunteers to our Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast! This is a small token of our gratitude for the time, energy, and care you have given to support our students, staff, and campus throughout the year.

Your willingness to lend a helping hand, whether in the classroom, at events, or behind the scenes, has made a meaningful difference in creating a positive and supportive environment for our school community. We truly could not do it without you!

We hope you will join us as we celebrate and thank you for all that you do. We are so BERRY grateful for each and every one of you!

Click below to view this week's video . https://animoto.com/play/1ksEyscEDjCFob0T20Ei7g

Student Spotlight is a dedicated section in The Hines Herald that celebrates the amazing achievements, acts of kindness, talents, and positive contributions of our Huskies both inside and outside of school.

This space recognizes students who are reaching personal goals, excelling in academics, athletics, or the arts, serving others, or making a meaningful difference in our community. Our students are accomplishing incredible things, and Student Spotlight is one way we proudly share and celebrate those moments.

We encourage families to submit their child’s accomplishments so we can continue highlighting and honoring the many ways our Huskies shine. We look forward to featuring more of these inspiring stories!

Click here to submit your student for the Student Spotlight

Diego has been playing baseball for the past five years, and his love for the game continues to grow with every season. Through baseball, he has learned the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and giving his best effort every time he steps onto the field.

His dedication has paid off, as he has celebrated multiple team successes, including winning a couple of World Series championships in Orwall. Most recently, Diego and his new team brought home a tournament win—an exciting accomplishment that reflects his hard work and commitment.

Way to go, Diego! We are proud of the determination and positive attitude you bring both on and off the field. ⚾

April 19: Top Golf spirit day

Mark your calendars—Picture Day is April 24th!

Students in 1st through 4th grade will be taking their spring pictures, while our kindergarten students will be taking their graduation pictures.

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Purchase your 2026-2027 school supplies NOW! Don't forget to order for NEXT year's grade level. Last day to purchase is June 30th. Click here to order for next year (be sure to select your child's grade level for next year)

We are pleased to announce the proposed Hines PTO Executive Board slate for the 2026-2027 school year.

The slate will be voted on by all PTO members in attendance at our May 7th PTO meeting. The meeting will be held at 2:00pm in the PTO room. All are welcome to attend!

Grab your friends and join us 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡 for a fun night of 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐣𝐨𝐧𝐠, laughter, and community while supporting 𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲! New to Mahjong? No problem! An instructor from Lucky Lotus Mahjong will be teaching 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐣𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟎𝟏 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬, and we’ll also have a 𝟏𝟎𝟐 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 and 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 for those ready to sharpen their skills.

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Please have your child stop by the Lost & Found to check for any missing items. Now that the cold weather has passed, we have a large collection of jackets, coats, and other winter gear still waiting to be claimed.

Is your child missing a jacket, cup, lunchbox, etc.? Email hineslostandfound@gmail.com to see if your missing items are in the lost and found.

Please include first and last name when requesting an item to be looked for!

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!**

March Board Meeting Recap | The Boardroom Brief

https://www.youtube.com/live/OXV5VU4pQgo?feature=share

February Board Meeting Recap | The Boardroom Brief

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SwyyYEtahc

Blog Posts

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Enrollment for the upcoming school year is open. If your child is currently enrolled in CISD, there is no need to re-enroll for the next year. However, if you know of any families moving into the area or those with incoming kindergarten or Pre-K students, enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is open. Click below to get started.

https://www.conroeisd.net/page/enrollment-transfers

Do you want to recognize one of our amazing Hines staff members for a job well done? Did you know you can submit a TAE — Teacher Achieving Excellence — to celebrate their hard work and dedication?

Follow these quick steps to submit a TAE:

Step 1: Go to your SSO
Step 2: Click on Home Access Center (HAC)
Step 3: Select the District Applications tab
Step 4: Click on the Teachers Achieving Excellence tab
Step 5: Choose the staff member’s name and write your recognition
Step 6: Submit!

Once submitted, the staff member’s supervisors are notified of their job well done, and these recognitions are used to celebrate our team during Hines Shines each week.

Help us spread joy and show appreciation by sending some love to our well-deserving staff members today!

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

The following accountability reports are now available:

• 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Final School Report Card

• The 2024 School Report Card was delayed due to legal proceedings, involving the TEA, that previously prevented their release.

• 2024-2025 Federal Report Card

• 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)

You can access all of the above documents by following the steps below.

How to Access:

1. Visit the link below.

2. Under the School Report Card section, expand 2023-2024 and 2024-2025.

3. Select your campus.

Campus Accountability Reports

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