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The Booker Bulletin

May 18 - 22

The BookerBulletinMay 18 - 22
Need Spanish? Click the Translate Newsletter on the top or top right corner. ¿Necesitas español? Haga clic en "Traducir boletín informativo" en la esquina superior o superior derecha.
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Calendar At A Glance

May 22 - Guardado Day - Wear your baseball caps or Buc-ee's Gear!

Help us remember and celebrate the life of Mr. Roger (Rogelio) Guardado!

May 27 - Kindergarten Graduation

May 29 - 5th Grade Graduation

🐾 A Note from the Principal 🐾 My Purpose & Passion💙 🐾 A Note from the Principal 🐾 My Purpose & Passion💙

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Dear Booker Families, Staff, and Scholars,


What an AMAZING Field Day! Thank you all for helping make this event such a fun-filled and exciting day for our students. Our scholars had an incredible time, and it would not have been possible without the support of our amazing parents, staff, and volunteers. A HUGE shout out and special thank you to Coach Temple and the entire PAWS Team for planning and organizing such an outstanding event for our students. Your hard work, energy, and dedication helped create lasting memories for our Bengals!


As we enter the final stretch of the school year, we only have 8.5 more days remaining, and we want to FINISH STRONG! We encourage all scholars to continue doing their Booker Best every single day until the very end of the school year. At this time, we are carefully analyzing academic data and finalizing summer school lists, enrichment and intervention opportunities, grade placements, and retention review considerations for students who qualify for enrichment or additional academic support in the summer and/or the upcoming school year, due to high performance, failing grades and/or poor attendance. Parent partnership is extremely important during this process. If you receive a call from the school, please return our call as soon as possible so we can discuss your child’s academic performance, academic camp opportunities, and/or summer school enrollment options. Please note that next year's placements and promotions, summer school enrollment, and academic opportunities are determined based on district guidelines and student data. As we continue reviewing data, final selections and recommendations will be communicated to families.


Reminder:
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.

Our final three school days will follow, and Friday, May 29, 2026, will be an EARLY DISMISSAL DAY at 12:55 PM. Please make arrangements early to ensure timely student pick-up.

We are excited to finish the year strong together, Bengals! Attendance continues to matter every single day, and we do not want students missing out on the many exciting end-of-year activities and celebrations taking place across campus. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.


Bengal Pride Always,



Keisha Womack
Principal
Booker Elementary

TAKE THE DISTRICT'S SURVEY! TAKE THE DISTRICT'S SURVEY!

TAKE SURVEY HERE
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NEW: Spring Experience Survey -Open

  • Your voice matters, Spring ISD! As we continue building for the future, we want to hear from our students and families. Please take a few moments to complete our Spring Experience Survey. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can continue growing together. Together, we can create meaningful opportunities and an even stronger future for every child we serve. Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/SpringExperienceSurvey

  • ¡Su voz importa, Spring ISD! Mientras continuamos construyendo para el futuro, queremos escuchar a nuestros estudiantes y familias.Por favor, tómese unos minutos para completar nuestra Encuesta de Experiencia de Spring. Sus comentarios nos ayudan a entender qué está funcionando bien y en qué áreas podemos seguir creciendo juntos. Juntos, podemos crear oportunidades significativas y un futuro aún más fuerte para cada estudiante al que servimos.


Complete la encuesta aquí: https://bit.ly/SpringExperienceSurvey

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GRADUATION TIME! GRADUATION TIME!

KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION PREREGISTRATION KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION PREREGISTRATION

AVOID THE LINES AT GRADUATION! CLICK HERE TO PREREGISTER!
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Are you attending the 5th Grade Graduation? Preregister here! Are you attending the 5th Grade Graduation? Preregister here!

OR CLICK HERE FOR THE PREREGISTRATION FORM

5TH GRADE GRADUATION PREREGISTRATION FORM 5TH GRADE GRADUATION PREREGISTRATION FORM

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No School on Monday, May 25, 2026 - In Observance of... No School on Monday, May 25, 2026 - In Observance of...

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EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2026 - PLAN AHEAD! EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2026 - PLAN AHEAD!

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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Early Release Half Day -May 29

  • Attention, Spring ISD — this school year is officially a wrap!

Friday, May 29, is the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL and an EARLY RELEASE day. Thank you to all of our students, families, teachers, and staff for your hard work, dedication, and support throughout the year. Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and restful summer!

* Elementary Schools: 8:05 AM - 12:55 PM High Schools: 7:10 AM - 12:00 PM


Middle Schools: 9:05 AM - 1:55 PM

  • ¡Atención, Spring ISD! — ¡Este año escolar oficialmente llega a su fin!

El viernes 29 de mayo es el ÚLTIMO DÍA DE CLASES y será día de SALIDA TEMPRANA. Gracias a todos nuestros estudiantes, familias, maestros y personal por su esfuerzo, dedicación y apoyo durante todo el año escolar. ¡Les deseamos a todos un verano seguro, divertido y lleno de descanso!


*Escuelas Secundarias: 7:10 AM - 12:00 PM

*Escuelas Primarias: 8:05 AM - 12:55 PM


*Escuelas Intermedias: 9:05 AM - 1:55 PM

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LET'S CELEBRATE AANHPI MONTH! LET'S CELEBRATE AANHPI MONTH!

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  • This month, we celebrate the stories, traditions, and impact of our Asian American and Pacific Islander students, families, and staff. Your heritage is part of what makes Spring ISD a place where every story matters. #AAPIHeritageMonth

  • Este mes celebramos las historias, tradiciones y el impacto de nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal asiático-americanos e isleños del Pacífico. Su herencia es parte de lo que hace de Spring ISD un lugar donde cada historia importa.

DRESS OUT MONTH - FUN FESTIVE FRIDAYS!

EVERY FRIDAY

WEAR ANY OF THE COLORS OR FLORAL PRINTS, AAPI ATTIRE ON FRIDAYS


WEAR RED - symbolizes good luck, prosperity, happiness and vitality in Chinese, Korean, & Vietnamese Traditions

Wear GOLD/YELLOW - represents wealth, abundance, good fortune and resilience!

Wear DEEP BLUE - reflects the ocean and sky representing peace and the connection to nature for the Pacific Islander cultures

Wear GREEN - Symbolizes growth, renewal, harmony and the natural landscape!

Wear PURPLE - represents dignity, spirituality, and creativity!

Wear ORANGE - represents energy, warmth and enthusiasm

Wear PINK - associated with cherry blossom in the Japenese culture symbolizing renewal the beauty of life!

FLORAL PRINTS

  • East Asian (China, Japan, Korea)
  • Cherry Blossoms (Sakura) – Japan; beauty, renewal, fleeting life
  • Peony (牡丹) – China; wealth, honor, prosperity
  • Chrysanthemum – Japan; longevity, imperial symbol
  • Plum Blossom – resilience, perseverance (blooms in winter)

  • Southeast Asian (Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia)
  • Lotus – purity, enlightenment (widely used across SE Asia)
  • Jasmine – Thailand; respect, motherhood
    Frangipani (Plumeria) – tropical identity, often spiritual
    Sampaguita – Philippines; humility, devotion

    👉 Best for: balance of cultural depth + soft, welcoming visuals


  • South Asian (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal)

  • Marigold – celebrations, festivals, joy (very recognizable)
    Lotus – spiritual growth, purity
    Jasmine garlands – hospitality, ceremony

    👉 Best for: vibrant, celebratory, high-energy designs


  • Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander

  • Hibiscus – Hawaii; beauty, hospitality
    Plumeria (Lei flower) – welcome, connection
    Bird of Paradise – joy, paradise imagery
    Tropical leaves (Monstera, Palm) – strong Pacific identity

    👉 Best for: bold, warm, community-centered visuals

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    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PREK OR KINDERGARTEN!
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    ATTENDANCE IMPACTS ACADEMIC SUCCESS! ATTENDANCE IMPACTS ACADEMIC SUCCESS!

    CAMPUS DATA ZONE! CAMPUS DATA ZONE!

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    Parent Data Quick Guide

    Parent Data Quick Guide

    Parent Data Quick Guide: How to Help Your Child Succeed 🐾 Booker Bengals Parent Quick Guide At Booker Elementary, we believe that when families understand the data, students grow stronger! Here’s a simple way to understand your child’s test scores and how we use them to track progress toward ou...

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    A GREAT WAY TO GET INVOLVED.... A GREAT WAY TO GET INVOLVED....

    VOLUNTEER AT BOOKER VOLUNTEER AT BOOKER

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    • 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!

    • En Spring ISD, sabemos que se necesita un equipo. Padres, únanse a nosotros como aliados en la educación de sus hijos y marquen la diferencia como voluntarios en nuestras escuelas. ¡Juntos podemos ayudar a todos los estudiantes a alcanzar el éxito!

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    ¡Sí, tú! ¡Te necesitamos!

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    BETTER TOGETHER

    https://www.the74million.org/article/we-already-know-family-engagement-can-improve-learning-outcomes-here-are-5-ways-schools-can-do-this/

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    Yes, you! We need you!

    NO TAG, NO RIDE! NO TAG, NO RIDE!

    BADGE UP FOR SAFETY - DISTRICT INITIATIVE

    At Spring ISD, student safety is our top priority. EVERY student must have their ID badge to ride the bus. Our Badge Up for Safety policy keeps riders safe and allows parents to track rides in real time through the Smart Tag app. Learn more:https://www.springisd.org/smarttag

    FRIENDLY REMINDERS FOR PARENTS!


    Visitor Policy and Procedures


    BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS


    FRONT OFFICE VISITS


    DOORBELL PROCEDURES & POLICY


    VISITOR EXPECTATIONS & INTERACTIONS


    THE IMPORTANCE OF UPDATED CONTACT INFORMATION

    CLASSROOM BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION POLICY

    Booker Families,


    We love celebrating our Bengals! To ensure we honor birthdays while protecting valuable instructional time, please remember the following:

    ✅ Birthday celebrations are limited to 15 minutes
    ✅ Cupcakes and boxed juice only
    ❌ No pizza or full meals please
    ✅ Cupcakes must be store-bought, sealed, and labeled
    ✅ Please drop items off before 12:00 PM or send with your child (car riders may bring treats in the morning)


    With classes of up to 24 students, we must keep celebrations brief so our students can continue learning and thriving. Our goal is to make birthdays special without interrupting instruction — thank you for partnering with us!


    We appreciate your support and understanding as we keep our Bengals focused, learning, and growing! 🐾💙

    Please read our Safety Reminders below! Please read our Safety Reminders below!

    2025-2026 Transportation Safety Reminders

    2025-2026 Transportation Safety Reminders

    2025-2026 Transportation Safety At Booker Elementary, student safety is our top priority. Please review these guidelines carefully and help us keep every scholar safe. 🚗 Car Rider & Walker Parent Reminders – Student Safety Comes First! ✅ Morning Car Riders Do not let your child out of the ca...

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    HB1481 - BELL TO BELL, NO DEVICES OR CELL! HB1481 - BELL TO BELL, NO DEVICES OR CELL!

    ALL DEVICES AND CELLPHONES MUST REMAIN OFF & IN BACKPACKS!

    Students are not allowed to have any electronic devices or cellphones on or out during the instructional day. Any student violating this policy will be assigned a consequence.

    Spring ISD Device Policy
    Política Sobre Dispositivos Móviles de Spring ISD

    25-26 BOOKER DRESS CODE & BACKPACK POLICY - Click Here 25-26 BOOKER DRESS CODE & BACKPACK POLICY - Click Here

    Booker Dress Code & Backpack Policy

    Booker Dress Code & Backpack Policy

    Booker Dress Code & BackPack Policy Reminder: Clear or Mesh Backpacks Only For the 2025–2026 school year, only clear or mesh backpacks are allowed on campus. This safety policy will continue for the new school year. Please make sure your child comes to school with a clear or mesh backpack. Rec...

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    CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDUES CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDUES

    2025-2026 CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDURES

    2025-2026 CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDURES

    Transportation Procedures CAR RIDER PROCEDURES Be Kind & Patient Remain Calm Refrain from using profanity or any threatening language, tone, or voice volume with other parents, or staff/students. Stay in your Car No cell phone use while in the parking lot during arrival and dismissal time Please ...

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    DAILY REGISTRATION OPEN! DAILY REGISTRATION OPEN!

    RECRUITNG NEW FAMILIES! SPREAD THE WORD! RECRUITNG NEW FAMILIES! SPREAD THE WORD!

    Apply Now

    Apply Now

    Register your new student for the upcoming school year at Spring ISD. Follow the online enrollment process and answer all questions for a smooth registration.

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    Pre-K

    Enroll your child in our tuition-free Pre-K program. Empower them with academic and intellectual skills for a successful future.

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    Get access now! Don't wait! Get access now! Don't wait!

    Spring ISD Parent & Student Portal - Click here!
    Everything a parent and student needs to know about Spring ISD and the resources we have to offer!
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    Spring ISD PARENT PORTAL

    The mySpringISD portal provides an easy platform for staff and families, where they can access all of their digital resources, including Schoology and the Home Access Center. The single sign-on option gives parents, students and staff instant access to all their online resources from any device and any location.


    To get started, log on to my.springisd.org, and sign in by using your parent Spring ISD network login username and password.


    If you need login access or assistance, please call our registrar, Ms. Velasquez, at 281-891-8756.

    PARENT INSTRUCTIONALRESOURCES & SUPPORTS

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    VISITOR POLICY & PROCEDURES VISITOR POLICY & PROCEDURES

    Campus Campus

    EXPECTATIONS & PROTOCOLS EXPECTATIONS & PROTOCOLS

    EXPECTATIONS & PROTOCOLS
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    Visitor Policy and Procedures

    Visitor Policy and Procedures

    Booker Elementary Visitor Policy and Procedures Parents or guardians will be required to stand in front of an exterior camera and present valid identification, such as a driver’s license, before they are granted access to the building. This camera is positioned outside, near the main entrance, ...

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    QUICK LINKS QUICK LINKS

    Student Code of Conduct Website
    Click here to find our new Student Code of Conducts in English and Spanish.
    Booker Parent Policies
    Need information on transportation changes, tardies, early and late pick ups, please click here!
    Booker Dress Code Overview & Policy
    Check out our quick view for our dress code expectations!

    DRESS CODE & MESH BACKPACKS ENFORCED! DRESS CODE & MESH BACKPACKS ENFORCED!

    WALKER POLICY FOR STUDENTS
    Check out walker safety tips and suggestions for parents and preparing their walkers for rainy days.
    CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDURES 2024-2025

    CAMPUS POLICIES & PROCEDURES 2024-2025

    Transportation Procedures CAR RIDER PROCEDURES Be Kind & Patient Remain Calm Refrain from using profanity or any threatening language, tone, or voice volume with other parents, or staff/students. Stay in your Car No cell phone use while in the parking lot during arrival and dismissal time Please ...

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    WANT TO VOLUNTEER? WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

    CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED!
    To volunteer, please complete the district's VIP application process at www.springisd.org/volunteer and our form to get started! BONUS: Volunteer at least one hour a day and avoid car rider line!

    Looking for ways to help! We would love to have you!

    Parents...


    We would love to have you! Please complete both forms to volunteer at Booker Elementary! It is important to do both forms. One is tailored just for us and specifies what you'd like to do as a volunteer and the other application is a district mandate for all Volunteers in Schools.


    Booker Volunteer Interest Form

    Spring ISD Volunteer Website

    Spring ISD VIP Volunteer application:

    CHECK US OUT! CHECK US OUT!

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    Booker Elementary School

    FOR ASSISTANCE: CALL (281)891-8750


    PRESS 1 - REGISTRAR - Ms. Velasquez - dvelas1@springisd.org

    PRESS 2 - ATTENDANCE CLERK - Ms. Yulissa Camacho ycamacho@springisd.org

    PRESS 0 - RECEPTIONISTS - Ms. Enciso/Ms. Martinez

    PRESS 3 - Counselor - Mrs. Ashleigh Foley - afoley@springisd.org - 281-891-8755

    PRESS 4 - School Nurse - Ms. Shereka Kossie - skossie@springisd.org - 281-891-8757

    FAX NUMBER: DIAL 281-891-8751


    Website: https://booker.springisd.org/

    Location: 22352 Imperial Valley Drive, Houston, TX, USA
    Phone: 281-891-8750
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/booker.bengals.3
    Twitter: @BookerBengals

    BOOKER INFORMATION STOPS HERE! BOOKER INFORMATION STOPS HERE!

    ¡LA INFORMACIÓN DE LA RESERVA SE DETIENE AQUÍ! ¡LA INFORMACIÓN DE LA RESERVA SE DETIENE AQUÍ!

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    Houston Hispanic Architects and Engineers (HHAE) 2026 Academic Scholarship Program

    REMINDER:(HIGH SCHOOL ONLY)

    The Houston Hispanic Architects and Engineers (HHAE) Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for its 2026 Academic Scholarship Program! Graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue degrees in architecture, engineering, or surveying are encouraged to apply.

    Applications must be submitted online by March 31, 2026, at hhae.org/scholarships/. Award notifications will be sent by May 29, 2026, with recipients recognized during an award ceremony in July 2026.

    Additionally, HHAE has launched a new resume bank initiative for current scholarship recipients, designed to connect students with internship opportunities through partner firms that support the organization.

    Please share this opportunity with students, families, and community members who may be interested. For questions or additional information, contact Luis Dinarte, Scholarship Committee Chair, at luis.dinarte@wsbeng.com or 281-895-2247.

    SPA- Programa de Becas Académicas 2026 de Houston Hispanic Architects and Engineers (HHAE) (SOLO PARA ESTUDIANTES DE ÚLTIMO AÑO DE SECUNDARIA)

    El Comité de Becas de Houston Hispanic Architects and Engineers (HHAE) ahora está aceptando solicitudes para su Programa de Becas Académicas 2026. Se anima a los estudiantes que se graduarán de preparatoria y planean obtener un título en arquitectura, ingeniería o topografía a presentar sus solicitudes.

    Las solicitudes deben enviarse en línea antes del 31 de marzo de 2026 en hhae.org/scholarships/. Las notificaciones de los premios se enviarán antes del 29 de mayo de 2026, y los beneficiarios serán reconocidos durante una ceremonia de premiación en julio de 2026.

    Además, HHAE ha lanzado una nueva iniciativa de banco de currículos para los actuales beneficiarios de becas, diseñada para conectar a los estudiantes con oportunidades de prácticas profesionales (internships) a través de firmas asociadas que apoyan a la organización.


    Por favor, comparta esta oportunidad con estudiantes, familias y miembros de la comunidad que puedan estar interesados. Para preguntas o información adicional, comuníquese con Luis Dinarte, Presidente del Comité de Becas, al correo electrónico luis.dinarte@wsbeng.com o al 281-895-2247.

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