Irons Junior High Parent Newsletter

May at Irons JH - Soaring into Summer!

Hawk Families -

May is here, and we can hardly believe we are in the final stretch of the school year! This time of year is filled with excitement as we celebrate student accomplishments, enjoy end-of-year events, and make lasting memories together. While summer is just around the corner, we encourage our Hawks to stay focused, continue giving their best effort, and finish the year strong. Thank you for your continued support during this busy and joyful season—let’s make these final weeks count.

Let’s go Hawks!

Here are a few quick reminders to keep everything running smoothly:

ID Badges: Students should wear their ID every day and keep it visible.
Attendance Matters: Every class, every day. Our campus goal is 96% attendance—we can do it!
On-Time Arrivals: Doors open at 7:45 AM. Please help your student arrive before the first bell at 8:50 AM.
Cell Phone Policy: Phones should be put away during instructional time in accordance with campus guidelines.
Safety First: Please follow campus traffic flow and staff directions during drop-off and pick-up.

Coming Up:

May 4th - 8th - TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!
May 5th - 12th - MAP Testing
May 12th - District Art Show
May 12th - Red Carpet Awards @ 6:30PM
May 13th - Choir Pop Show @ 7PM
May 14th - ORHS Senior Walk
May 14th - Career Day
May 14th - Winter Band Concert
May 15th - ORHS Graduation @ 7PM
May 15th - Final Exam: High School Credit Courses
May 18th - Final Exam: Science
May 18th - National Speech Pathologist Day
May 19th - Final Exam: Language Arts
May 19th - ESL Showcase
May 20th - Final Exam: Math
May 20th - PTO Meeting
May 21st - Final Exam: Social Studies/Math cont.
May 22nd - Final Flight BASH! Scroll down for more information.
May 22nd - Last Day of School - Early Release

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we make Irons a great place for our students to learn and grow.

Let's have an MARVELOUS May!

Dr. Olivia Robinson

Principal

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At Irons, we’re proud to have a dedicated team of counselors and administrators who are here to support every Hawk. From guiding academic success to encouraging personal growth, this team works together to make sure our students soar. Take a look at the amazing crew serving our families this year:

Principal - Dr. Olivia Robinson

Associate Principal - Dr. Tiffany Jarebica

Assistant Principal (A-Gl) - Mr. Jesus Oyervides

Assistant Principal (Go-Ne) - Dr. James Bishop

Assistant Principal (Ng - Z) - Ms. Megan Heatherly

School Counselor (A-Gl) - Mrs. Melissa Thetford

School Counselor (Go-Ne) - Mrs. Abi Carpenter

School Counselor (Ng - Z) - Mr. John Hardy

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:

Visit the link below.
Under the School Report Card section, expand 2023-2024 and 2024-2025.
Select your campus.

Campus Accountability Reports

MAP Testing Information

On May 5-12, our students will take their last round of MAP (Measures of Academic

Progress) testing. To provide students with ample time and a focused environment, we

will follow a modified block schedule during the testing days. This schedule allows

students to test in longer sessions while reducing transitions between classes. Find the

link to our modified schedule below.

MAP testing helps us track each student’s growth and tailor instruction to meet their

needs. We encourage students to get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy

breakfast.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help every student reach

their full potential!

Cell Phones & Testing

Maintaining a secure and focused testing environment is essential to ensuring fairness and student success during all upcoming testing dates. To support this, students are not permitted to have cell phones out at any time during testing. If a student is found with a cell phone, the device will be confiscated and taken to the Assistant Principal’s office, a parent will be contacted, and the parent will be required to pick up the phone. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations with your child and helping us maintain the integrity of our testing environments.

MAP Testing

MAP Growth Assessment Family Reports have been uploaded to the Conroe ISD Home Access Center (HAC). The MAP Growth Family Report summarizes how your student is performing academically, as measured by the most recent MAP Growth test taken. To access the MAP Growth Family Report in HAC, navigate to the District Applications tab and click on "MAP Testing Reports". To learn more about the MAP Growth test, you can view the What is MAP Growth Video for Families (English) or Qué es MAP Growth-Video for families (Spanish). Additional information about MAP Growth can be found by visiting NWEA.org/familytoolkit.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month: See the Person. Support the Journey.

Dear Irons Junior High Families,

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year's SAMHSA theme is See the Person Support the Journey. This is a reminder that mental health is part of everyday life. It shapes how our kids think, feel, connect with others, and show up at school and at home.

As parents and caregivers, you are often the first to notice when something feels off. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite, or behavior can sometimes signal that a young person needs a little extra support. Most mental health conditions begin to emerge in young adulthood, which means the middle school years are an important time to pay attention and keep the lines of communication open. When young people feel heard and respected, especially by the adults closest to them, they are far more likely to ask for help.

This month, we encourage you to have open, judgment-free conversations with your child about how they are feeling. You don't need all the answers. Simply listening with care and compassion goes a long way. Let your child know that mental health matters just as much as physical health, and that seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If you have concerns about your child or just want to learn more about available resources, please don't hesitate to reach out to our school counselors. They are here to support your family and can connect you with the right resources.

Together, we can help every student at Irons feel seen, supported, and ready to thrive.

Warm regards,

The Irons Junior High Counseling Team

Lilygene DeGuzman: Counselor Secretary Ldeguzman@conroeisd.net 936-709-8518

Melissa Thetford: Last Names A-Gi

Abi Carpenter: Last Names Go-Ne

John Hardy: Last Names Ng-Z

Staff Treasure Box Donations

Help us keep our Staff Treasure Box stocked with fun prizes and treats! Each month, we hold drawings to celebrate our amazing staff, and your donations make it possible. If you’d like to contribute, please consider purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List: Staff Treasure Box Wish List. Thank you for helping us show our staff how much they are appreciated! 🖤❤️

Support our Teachers & Staff

If you would like to show appreciation to our amazing Irons teachers and staff, we invite you to contribute to the Irons General Teacher Activity Fund. Donations help provide snacks, treats, lunches, and special surprises for our staff throughout the school year. Your generosity keeps our Hawk team energized and encouraged! 🖤❤️

👉 Donate here: http://tiny.conroeisd.net/pM3AL

Beginning August 13, students may not use personal communication and electronic devices during the school day in accordance with Texas House Bill 1481.

This includes (but is not limited to) phones, smartwatches, tablets, and wired/wireless headphones such as AirPods.

Arrival Procedures

ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE THEIR ID BADGE (they will receive them on the first day of school).

If your student has their badge, sleeve, and lanyard from last year, please have them bring it to school on the first day.

Students riding the bus will be dropped off in the back of the school. These students will then report to the cafeteria until they are dismissed to class at 8:35 AM.
Students riding their bike may LOCK their bike at the bike racks.
Car Riders - Please have patience and be nice to your neighbors. The red light at 242 and Needham Road can cause back ups.

There will be several staff members to help you navigate through our car rider line.

Dismissal Procedures

Irons JH begins dismissal at 4:05 PM.
Car riders will be dismissed through the front doors at 4:05 PM.
Car riders - follow the same procedure as arrival. Drive SLOWLY and look for your child. Pull all the way forward and allow your child to enter from the passenger side.

Please do not cut or pass others in order to move to the front of the line.

Bikers and walkers - will be dismissed around 4:10 PM.
Bus riders - Will be called around 4:15 PM where they will dismiss through the back doors.
At 4:20 PM - any remaining bus riders will be released to wait in the cafeteria.

During the first week of school, we will begin the dismissal process 5-10 minutes early. Please plan accordingly.