Irons Junior High Parent Newsletter

October was FULL of FLIGHT!

October was an incredible month at Irons Junior High! Our Hawks wrapped up a strong volleyball and football season, showcasing teamwork, grit, and school spirit on and off the field. Our 7th Grade A Football team went undefeated and were named district champs! Our band and orchestra students also filled the air with beautiful music during their Fall Concerts, reminding us just how talented our Hawks are!

We united as a campus during our Pink Out Pep Rally, raising nearly $700 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month—way to go, Hawks! Our 8th grade students also showed focus and determination during PSAT testing (results coming soon!), and we celebrated some very important members of our Hawk family during School Bus Safety Week and our First Responders Day. We closed out the month with Red Ribbon Week, reinforcing the importance of making healthy, positive choices.

Our Hawks continue to lead with heart, serve with pride, and soar with purpose—and we couldn’t be prouder!

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:

November 3rd - 7th - National School Psychology Week
November 3rd - Student Holiday
November 4th - Student Holiday
November 6th - 2nd Annual Irons Bingo Night - Bring the entire family! (more info below)
November 12th & 13th - Theatre Show
November 15th - Theatre Contest Show at College Park
November 17th - 21st - Generation Texas Week
November 17th - Theatre Show
November 21st - Substitute Teacher Appreciation Day
November 24th - 28th - Thanksgiving Break

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 a great November!

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

Irons Junior High students are on a mission to earn their Passport to Excellence this grading period! From October through January (2nd 9 Weeks), Hawks can earn their boarding pass to our exclusive celebration by meeting 3 out of 4 flight goals:

Flight Check-In (Attendance): 96%+ attendance — no more than 2 absences.
Smooth Boarding (Tardies): Be on time for every class — zero tardies!
Expanding Horizons (MAP Growth): Show growth on your Reading, Math, or Science MAP test in January.
Flying Right (Discipline): Zero discipline referrals.

Those who qualify will board the Passport to Excellence Party on January 30, 2026, featuring music, games, sky snacks, and plenty of in-flight fun!

Let’s keep soaring high, Hawks — every day counts toward your destination of excellence!

Thank an Irons JH Teacher or Staff Member!

Hey Hawk Parents - November is the perfect month to show gratitude — and what better way than by recognizing the incredible teachers and staff who make Irons soar every single day!

We’re challenging all Hawk families to submit a Teachers Achieving Excellence (TAE) this month. It only takes a few minutes, and your kind words mean the world to our staff.

Here’s how to send a TAE:

Log in to the Conroe ISD Portal.
Click the “Teachers/Staff Excellence” tab under the Communication menu.
Select Irons Junior High and your student’s name to find the teacher or staff member you’d like to recognize.
Write and submit your message of appreciation!

Let’s flood our amazing Irons team with gratitude this November — because no one deserves a round of thanks more than the people who love, teach, and inspire our Hawks every day. 💓🖤

A Message from Your Irons Counselors ❤️

Dear Irons Hawk Families,

As we wrap up October and head into the colder months, we want to take a moment to reach out with care and encouragement. Your counseling team, Mrs. Carpenter, Mrs. Thetford, and Mr. Hardy, are here to support every student and family at Irons.

We encourage you to take a few minutes to watch this important video together with your student about the dangers of fentanyl and the protective factors that can help keep our students safe. Remember, if you see something, say something. Together, we can make a difference and protect one another.

As the days grow shorter and the weather turns cooler, it’s also important to take care of your mental and emotional well-being. The winter months can be challenging for some, so please take time to rest, connect, and check in on your friends and loved ones. Small acts of kindness and care can have a big impact.

We’ve included some helpful Mental Health Tips for Students this month to remind everyone that it’s okay to take a break, ask for help, and prioritize self-care.

Take care of yourselves, Hawks, and remember, your counselors are always here to help.

Warmly,

Mrs. Carpenter, Mrs. Thetford, and Mr. Hardy

Irons Junior High Counseling Team

The Irons Counseling Department is excited to celebrate Generation Texas Week, a time for our Hawks to dream big and start planning for their futures! Throughout the week, we’ll have fun dress-up days and special activities to inspire students to explore college, trade, career, and military pathways.

Our counselors will also be meeting with every 8th grader to complete their four-year plan in Naviance. Parents are encouraged to log in anytime to view or update their student’s plan, it’s a great way to start meaningful conversations about goals and next steps!

Let’s make this week a celebration of possibilities and the bright futures ahead for all our Irons Hawks! ♥️

Lady Hawks Basketball Schedule

Irons Junior High Lady Hawks Basketball season is here! Our athletes have been working hard and are ready to represent Hawk Nation with heart, hustle, and teamwork. Come out and support our Lady Hawks at their home games—let’s fill the stands with Hawk Pride!

Boys Basketball Schedule

The Irons Junior High Hawks Basketball season is underway! Our athletes have been putting in the work and are ready to compete with heart and hustle. Join us at our home games and show your Hawk Pride as we cheer on our boys basketball teams all season long!

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! 🖤❤️

Check out our October Winners below:

Mrs. Webb

Mrs. Silvis

Ms. May

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

Click this link to sign up:

http://tiny.conroeisd.net/CCT5u

Curly Hair Club Amazon wishlist for anyone wanting to donate products!

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2T62P1MVBA0M3?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ggr-subnav-share_S4XNY3PCEZD9WCKBF1G4&language=en-US

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.

Below is the official communication from Central Office regarding this requirement:

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.