PUMA PRESS

One Final Push:

As we approach the final stretch of the school year, our students are gearing up for their last STAAR test this coming Tuesday for math. They have worked incredibly hard all year, and we are so proud of the growth and resilience they’ve shown in the classroom.

While these assessments are just one way we measure progress, we want our students to feel confident and empowered to show off everything they’ve learned. A little extra boost from home can make all the difference in their mindset!

How You Can Help This Week

• Keep the Routine: Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep on Monday and starts Tuesday with a healthy breakfast.

• Stay Positive: Remind them that this is simply an opportunity to "show what they know."

• The Power of Effort: Encourage them to take their time, read carefully, and simply do their personal best.

• STAAR Saturday: One last push! Encourage your child to attend our math review session for focused, small-group support.

📅 Upcoming Events

• Apr. 25 (Sat): STAAR Saturday Math Review (6-8 grade) 8AM-12PM

• Apr. 25 (Sat): Beginning Band Festival @ MOC

• Apr. 28 (Tues): STAAR Math Test (Grades 6-8)

• Apr. 28 (Tues): All Library Books are due for the school year!

• Apr. 29 (Wed): Progress Report available in HAC for the 4th Report Period!

• Apr. 30 (Thurs): Boys' Soccer Game @ Thorne Stadium, 7th 5PM/ 8th 6PM

• May 1 (Fri): Field Trip Day (6 & 7 Grade - Max Bowl / 8th Grade - Dave & Busters) *Update!

• May 2 (Sat): Annual Marine Corps Ball

• May 14 (Thurs): Parent Football Meeting

• May 19 (Tues): Athletic Physicals 4:45 - 6:15PM

• May 20 (Wed): Sports Awards Banquet 5:30PM

• May 28 (Thurs): 8th Grade Formal: A Night Under the Stars

We are "hopping to higher scores" and hitting the court for a major win! To help our students feel fully prepared and confident for their upcoming assessments, we are hosting a special STAAR Saturday review session.

This session is a targeted "Game Plan" designed to help students master specific subjects. Please note the focus for this weekend:

• Math (6-8th Grades)

Event Schedule

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25, 2026. Please note that timing is critical for this event to ensure we cover all our goals:

• 7:45 AM: Doors Open

• 8:00 AM: School Starts (The "Tip-Off!")

• 8:15 AM: No Entry After This Time (Please arrive early!)

• 12:00 PM: Event Ends

• 12:30 PM: Latest Pick-Up Time

Fuel for the Brain

We want our "players" to stay energized! We are happy to provide Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks for the students during the event.

Important Registration Note: To ensure we have enough food for everyone, please sign up online using the QR code on the flyer.

• Note: Students who do not sign up in advance are still welcome to attend and participate, but we will be unable to provide food for them.

Let’s work together to make sure our students are ready to give it their best shot. Scan the QR code on the flyer today or click this link to reserve your child's spot!

It’s an exciting time for our student-athletes! As we wrap up the current season and look ahead to the next, please mark your calendars for these three essential events happening this May.

🏈 Football Parent Meeting

Thursday, May 14 Calling all future gridiron stars! We will be hosting a mandatory meeting for parents of students interested in playing football. We’ll discuss the upcoming season schedule, safety protocols, and expectations for our student-athletes.

🩺 Athletic Physicals

Tuesday, May 19 | 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM Don't wait until the last minute! To participate in any school sports for the upcoming year, students must have a cleared physical on file. We are making it easy by hosting on-site physicals at Plummer Middle School. This is a quick and convenient way to ensure your child is cleared and ready to play.

🏆 The Blue Print Pumas Sports Award Banquet

Wednesday, May 20 | 5:30 PM It’s time to celebrate our hard work and hustle! Join us for an evening dedicated to our incredible athletes. We will be recognizing individual achievements and team milestones during The Blue Print Pumas Sports Award Banquet Ceremony. Let’s send off the season with Puma pride!

Have you seen it? Is it hiding behind a pile of laundry? Is it camouflaged under a bed or blending into a backpack?

Just like Waldo in the popular series, some of our library books have gone missing in the crowd! We need your help finding these "lost travelers" and getting them back to their home on the library shelves.

Your Mission:

• Check Your Inbox: We’ve sent out "search party" emails to parents of students with outstanding items.

• Search the House: If you see an email, help your student track down the missing title.

• Return the Goods: Have your child drop the book off at the library media center—no questions asked!

Thank you for helping us keep our collection complete for all our readers. Happy hunting!

It was a thrilling night under the lights as our 7th and 8th grade Pumas battled it out in their second district game of the season against the Hoffman Hornets. Here is the breakdown of the action:

7th Grade: A Hard-Fought Battle

Our 7th graders showed incredible heart and resilience. After giving up an early goal, the team rallied quickly to tie the game, heading into halftime with a 1-1 score.

The defensive line was a wall for much of the night, with standout efforts from Emilio Torres, Axel Hernandez, Aristedes Sanchez, and Aaron Salazar. Despite a relentless performance, the Hornets managed to find the net late in the second half, resulting in a narrow 3-2 loss for the Pumas.

8th Grade: Pumas Secure the Win!

The 8th grade team set the tone early, jumping out to a 1-0 lead and never looking back. It was a masterclass in teamwork and defense.

Behind a spectacular performance in goal by Angel Alonso and a locked-down defensive unit, the Pumas held Hoffman to just a single goal. The offense stayed hot, securing a decisive 3-1 victory. The 8th grade is officially making their push toward the playoffs!

🗓️ Mark Your Calendars: Next Game

The Pumas are headed to Thorne Stadium next Thursday to take on the Aldine Colts. Let’s pack the stands and show our school spirit!

• 7th Grade PUMAS vs. Aldine Colts @Thorne Stadium 5:00 PM
• 8th Grade PUMAS vs. Aldine Colts @Thorne Stadium 6:00 PM

Calling all kings, queens, and grandmasters-in-the-making! It is time to sharpen your strategies and polish your openings. We are thrilled to announce that the Aldine District Chess Tournament is officially on the horizon, and we want our students to be part of the action.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to represent our school, test their skills against players from across the district, and enjoy a day of friendly, high-level competition.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026

• Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Location: Bamberg Professional Development and Resource Center

  • 9999 Veterans Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77038

• Eligibility: Open to all Aldine chess players in Elementary, Middle, and High School.

How to Register

Whether your student plays on a team or wants to enter as an individual, there is a spot at the board for them:

• Teams: Chess teams should enter through their school coach.

• Individuals: Individual registration can be completed by scanning the QR code found on the official event flyer.

Important: Permission Slips

Because this event is a school-sponsored field trip, all participating students must return a signed permission slip. Students can pick up their permission forms in the school library or directly from our Chess Sponsor, Mrs. Myers in Room 401. Please ensure these are filled out and returned to secure your student's spot in the tournament.

We can’t wait to see our students showcase their brilliance on the board. Let’s make this a tournament to remember!

Here are a few reasons why it is important for students to read on a regular basis:

• Improves academic success: Reading helps students absorb information, understand complex concepts, and express their ideas. Studies show that the most successful students read the most.

• Enhances vocabulary and fluency: Reading helps students build a stronger vocabulary and language fluency.

• Expands knowledge: Reading exposes students to new cultures and concepts, and helps them build a robust knowledge of the world.

• Improves social-emotional well-being: Reading can help students develop better social and emotional well-being.

• Helps students understand the world: Reading helps students understand broader issues in their communities and beyond.

• Helps students through difficult times: Reading can help students through their own personal rough spots.

• Encourages participation in conversations: Reading encourages students to participate in conversations about the world around them.

• Improves concentration and curiosity: Reading improves concentration and curiosity.

• Promotes inner calm: Reading promotes inner calm.

We recommend that children read for 20 minutes a day to boost literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Encourage your child to check out library books from Plummer Middle School's Library! It is also recommended that your child has access to books at home.

As a friendly reminder, we ask that all parents complete the Senate Bill 12 Consent Forms as soon as possible. This new legislation requires parental consent for a variety of school-based services and activities, including participation in clubs, and receiving certain health and counseling services.

To ensure your child has uninterrupted access to these opportunities, please complete the form through your Home Access Center (HAC) account or by clicking this link: https://forms.aldineisd.org/Forms/sb12Form. Your prompt attention to this matter is greatly appreciated."

• A Days (Even Periods): Mondays & Wednesdays
  
  
• B Days (Odd Periods): Tuesdays & Thursdays
  
  
• Focus Fridays: All classes
  The academic day is from 8:35 AM to 4:10 PM. Academic interventions are held Monday–Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Students who ride the bus may use the extended-day buses. All other students must be picked up promptly. Scholars will have 3 minutes to transition between classes. Restroom use is not permitted during transitions or within the first and last 10 minutes of each class.

Please remember, if your child is absent, please complete the Absence Notification Google Form that is located on the Plummer website. You are able to upload documents such as doctor's notes to this form.