Tenie Holmes
Jan. 26. 2026

π π― πΎ Blackats of the Week πΎ π― π
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3rd & 4th Grade Students and Parents
At the end of the year we have many fun and exciting activities planned for the students to participate in. Such as:
- Talent Show
- Field Day
Starting Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, any student who receives an office referral and is assigned a consequence will not be able to participate.
- ISS
- OSS
- DAEP
All students must also meet the 90% attendance rule.
At this time, we are asking all parents to reiterate to their child how important it is to keep focusing on their good behavior.
Best regards,
Mrs. Flores
5th Grade Students and Parents
Starting Monday Jan. 12, 2026 any write-up that leads to:
- ISS
- OSS
- DAEP
- or if a student does not meet the 90% attendance goal, the student will not be allowed to participate in the kickball tournament and talent show in May.
At this time, we are asking all parents to reiterate to their child how important it is to keep focusing on their good behavior.
Best regards,
Mrs. Flores
π― π Attendance Celebrations ππ―
Parents, our goal this year is to make sure all of our students attend school 100% of the time. However, we understand life happens.
At T.H.E. we have worked very hard all summer long to create attendance incentives for the entire year and celebrate your child.
- We will be having attendance celebrations every 3 weeks.
- The first celebration of the six weeks will come after week 3 of instruction.
- The second celebration of the six weeks will come after week 6 of instruction.
- This celebration is for students who have above and beyond attendance.
Above and Beyond Attendance:
- Students that are at school 100% of the time.
- No early check outs.
- No tardies
Perfect Attendance:
- A student must physically be present at school to receive perfect attendance with no more than (3) early pick-ups and/or tardies, whether excused or unexcused.
- Perfect attendance is recognized each 6 weeks on each elementary campus, as well as overall for the entire school year at the conclusion of the school year.
- Students with Perfect Attendance will receive a certificate.
Safety and Security Protocols:
We are required by law to implement and enforce safety and security for all students and staff. Please help us by reviewing and adhering to the following safety and security protocols:
- For all instructional spaces, doors are locked and closed when students are present.
- All exterior doors are locked and secured.
- Only staff may open doors for students to enter the building, and students entering must be wearing proper identification.
- All visitors must check in at the front desk with proper valid identification.
- All students and staff must wear photo IDs
- Parents must report to the front office and check out their student with valid identification, this includes after school when forgetting their QR Code.
Areas of Concern:
Parents- please make sure to pick up your child on time everyday, we have had an influx of students being pick up after 4pm, our dismissal bell rings at 3:30pm.
Tutoring pick up- your child must be picked up from tutoring by 4:35pm, or your child will not be able to participate in tutorials.
Student Badges: All students must be wearing their IDs everyday, all day.
Students must learn to follow the SCoC.
At this time we have Zero Tolerance for physical aggression. If you are an instigator and/or spectator you are part of the problem.
π How to purchase a new ID/Badge π
- All students were given an ID, lanyard and plastic pouch at the beginning of the year at no cost.
- All new students to Tenie Holmes will be provided with an ID, lanyard and plastic pouch at no cost.
- If a student loses their ID, they can purchase an new one for $5.00 dollars in the front office with Miss Katzer.
- Lanyards are $2.00
PBIS-Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports π ποΈ
Tickets will be given out daily by every teacher
Minimum 20 tickets given each day
Given for: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible
Weekly Tickets/Points will be given each week for Communication Folder so it will be important for parents to sign folders daily.
Each six weeks, students will SHOP at the PBIS Store (Across from the Counselorβs Office)
SHOP will include: items, food, drinks, and Events (Extra Recess, Popsicles, etc)
Safety First-Focus Areas
- Disrespect of Facilities--All students are reminded that intentionally clogging sinks and toilets, removing hardware, leaving trash, etc. is considered disrespect for school facilities and a violation of the student handbook and therefore subject to disciplinary action and fees associated with repairs. Please respect our school property and each other!
Bus Rider Safety Handbook
General Rules:
1. Obey the instructions on the bus at all times.
2. Board and leave the bus at designated stops only.
3. Ride only the bus to which you are assigned to.
4. Any student attempting to ride a bus to which he/she is not assigned to must have a note signed by the parent. This note must be given to the principal/assistant principal for approval. A temporary bus pass will be issued to the student and must be given to the bus driver.
CONDUCT ON THE BUS RULES:
1. Be respectful and follow all directions of the driver at all times.
2. Stay seated facing front with your feet on the floor.
3. Keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself and inside the bus.
4. Do not use foul language at any time.
5. Follow all classroom rules to not disrupt the bus ride.
6. No eating or drinking allowed on the bus except for a (plastic) water bottle.
7. Use of cell phones, and other electronic devices, will be allowed. Earbuds or headphones must be used at all times. No bluetooth speakers will be permitted. Phone calls are not to be made while on the bus.
8. Unauthorized use of the emergency exit is prohibited.
9. No defacing of school property.
100th Day of School
3rd Grade
π£ Important Announcements π£
Early sign out & transportation changes cutoff time is @2:50.
πLunch visitors & drop offs are welcomed on Fridays.π
Important Dates:
Spring Semester Saturday School:
Jan. 24, Jan. 31
- Feb. 7, Feb. 21
- March 21, March 28
- April 18
STAAR Test Dates:
- 3rd Reading- April 14
- 3rd Math- April 28
- 4th Reading- April 9
- 4th Math- April 23
- 5th Reading- April 8
- 5th Math- April 22
- 5th Science- April 16
Field Test
3rd- Feb. 3
4th- Feb. 4
βContact Information β
Tenie Holmes Elementary
Office Hours 7:30 am- 4:00 pm
979-401-1400
