Soaring with Varnett
The Eagle Chronicle: Week of 08/13/2024
PRINCIPAL'S CORNER
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🍂 Welcome Back! Let’s Make Attendance Count!
We’re so excited to have our students back after Thanksgiving break! 🦃💛 As we move forward, we want to remind everyone of the importance of daily attendance. Our goal is to achieve 97% attendance each day, and we need your partnership to make it happen!
Every day at school is a step toward academic growth, building connections, and achieving success. Let’s work together to ensure our students are here, learning, and thriving!
Thank you for your support in prioritizing attendance. We’re looking forward to a great season of learning!
📝 Important: NWEA Testing Week
This week, our students will be participating in NWEA testing, and we want to ensure they have the best opportunity to succeed.
It is essential that students are present every day and arrive on time. Please also refrain from picking students up early, as this can disrupt their testing schedule.
Thank you for your support in making this a smooth and successful testing week for all our students!
Step Into Style: Sneaker Ball Dance Night!
Get ready for a night of fun!
Varnett will be hosting the Sneaker Ball on Friday, December 13th, from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Pricing:
$20 per couple (1 student & 1 parent)
$5 for each additional student or parent
Important: Payments will only be accepted via Money Order—NO CASH. The last day to submit your payment is Thursday, Dec 12th.
We can’t wait to see you there!
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!! SHOUT OUT TO....
IMPORTANT AFTER SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
Dear Parents,
We want to remind you that tutorials will continue until Thursday, December 12, 2024. This is a great opportunity for students to receive additional support before the holiday break!
The after-school program will resume the week of January 13, 2025. We look forward to seeing your child back and ready to learn in the new year!
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed.
TLS STEERING COMMITTEE
We are looking for parent support to join our committee! Your involvement makes a difference, and we would love to have your input. For more information, please see the flyer below.
If you're interested in joining, please click the button below to fill out the form.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our school community!
Report cards were sent home on October 24, 2024. Please review, sign, and return them as soon as possible. Thank you for your cooperation!
⛄ Winter Program ⛄
We are excited to announce that our Winter Program is just around the corner! 🎉 Join us on Thursday, December 19, 2024, for an evening filled with festive performances by our talented students.
Please take a moment to read the letter below from our music teacher for more details about the program.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Hello Emergent Bilingual Families,
Below is the link to the Winter Parents & Families Newsletter, which aims to support our emergent bilingual families. This newsletter provides parents with valuable information on how they can support their children's learning at home, including tips on reading, playing educational games, and using web-based resources.
One key section in the newsletter focuses on "The Benefits of Bilingualism", emphasizing the growing demand for bilingual employees across the country and the advantages this brings to our students' future opportunities.
🎉 8th Grade Week Packages Are Here! 🎓
We are excited to announce that the 8th Grade Week packages are now available! 🎓
Please take a moment to read the flyer below for all the details about this special celebration for our 8th graders.
Thank you for your support in making this a memorable experience for our students!
🌟 Value of the Month: GENEROSITY 🌟
This Month, we're focusing on **GENEROSITY**! ❤️
But what does generosity really *look* like? 🤔 Picture this: offering to help a friend struggling with homework 📚, sharing a smile with someone who looks like they need it 😊, or giving your time to make someone else's day brighter. It’s those small acts that can make a big difference. 🌟
And how does generosity *feel*? Like a warm hug for your heart! 🤗 It’s that sense of connection when you know you've lifted someone up, whether it’s through kindness, time, or simply being there when they need you. 💞
Generosity is about giving without expecting anything in return. It’s choosing to care, to share, and to make your corner of the world a little better—for everyone. It’s *kindness in action, empathy in motion,* and a reminder that we’re all stronger together. 🌎💪
So this month, let’s embrace generosity in all we do! How can you give of yourself—your time, your talents, your care—to make a difference for those around you? Let’s find out together! ✨
STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Kinder
Zateo A.
First Grade
Alexa G.
Second Grade
Mar'Quae M.
Isiah J.
Caden R.
Third Grade
Juan M.
Jermiyah D.
Fourth Grade
Jimena H.
Aiden C.
Fifth Grade
Raighan M.
Morireoluwa A.
Sixth Grade
Ryleigh W.
Cesar M.
Seventh Grade
Katherine G.
Jair M.
Eigth Grade
Damien A.
Doleny G.
PARENTS ATTENDANCE IS VERY IMPORTANT! 📢
At Varnett, we recognize how important student attendance is, and we truly value your support in this effort. That’s why we’ve launched an exciting attendance incentive! If students attend school every day and we reach 100% attendance, our principal will reward them with free dress days! We encourage all parents to talk to their children about the importance of being at school every day!
SCHOOL HOURS
Doors Open at 7:30 am
Breakfast is served at 7:30
Be in class before 8:00 am
The cutoff time for early student pick-up is 2:30 PM.
Dismissal starts at 3:30 pm
If the student arrives after 8:00 am the student is considered LATE.
Parents do have to come in the building to sign in their student if LATE.
Parents if you are signing in your student please put down the reason the student was late, writing "LATE" is NOT acceptable.
ATTENDANCE REMINDER
CLEAR BACKPACK POLICY
Parents we want to remind you of an important requirement from the school supply list provided earlier this summer.
All students are REQUIRED to use a clear or mesh backpack. This policy was outlined on the school supply list and is essential for maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone at our school.
Please note the following important details:
Requirement: Clear or mesh backpacks only.
Policy: Any other type of backpack will not be accepted; there will be no exceptions.
We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your cooperation in ensuring compliance with this policy. Clear and mesh backpacks are widely available at retail stores and online. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our school office.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to create a safe and secure learning environment.
DRESS CODE POLICY
Parents just a reminder students have to wear their uniforms EVERYDAY.
• Students are expected to wear clean, neat and the designated school uniforms always.
• Shorts, skorts, dresses and/or skirts must be at least fingertip length when arms are resting at your side.
• Shoes must always be worn.
• Flip flops, crocs, jellies and slippers are PROHIBITED.
We're excited to announce School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger as an approved uniform provider for The Varnett Public School families!
As an alternative, you can also purchase uniform shirts and/or the school-approved navy blue or green sweater (no logos) from the Uniform Store, Walmart, Target, Amazon, etc. To add the school logo, please visit the following embroidery locations:
Lucky's Embroidery
10822 S Gessner Road
Houston, Texas 77071
Phone Number: 832-940-2320
Impressiva Shirts & More
1504 Ahrens Street
Houston, Texas 77017
Phone Number: 832-731-9865
Thank you for your attention!
Exciting Field Trips Coming Up!
Permission slips for our upcoming field trips have been sent out, and we kindly ask that you return them as soon as possible. Please note that all payments must be made via money order—any cash payments will be returned with the student. Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to a great trip!
If any changes occur, we will notify you as soon as possible.
Here are the dates:
Kindergarten: Dewberry Farm - December 18th
1st & 2nd Grades: Downtown Aquarium – November 5th
3rd & 4th Grades: Downtown Aquarium – November 6th
5th & 6th Grades: Museum of Natural Science – December 17th
7th & 8th Grades: Downtown Aquarium – November 19th
ALL MONEY ORDERS ARE DUE ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.
We’re looking forward to fun and educational experiences for our students!
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER!
12/13/2024: Sneaker Ball
12/19/2024: Winter Program
12/20/2024: Last day of 1st semester
12/23/2024 - 01/03/2025: Winter Break
01/06/2025: Teacher preparation day (No students)
01/07/2025: District professional development day (No students)
01/08/2025: Students return back to campus
Progress Reports / Report Card Dates!
09/24/2024: Progress Report go home
10/25/2024: Report Cards go home
12/06/2024: Progress Report go home
01/17/2025: Report Cards go home
02/20/2025: Progress Report go home
03/21/2025: Report Cards go home
04/24/2025: Progress Report go home
05/29/2025: Report Cards go home
DENIM DAYS!
Students are permitted to wear denim on the following Friday's ONLY:
09/06/2024
11/01/2024
12/06/2024
02/07/2025
03/07/2025
04/04/2025
Every other Friday student MUST be in uniform!
STANDARD RESPONSE PROTOCOL
FOLLOW VARNETT SOUTHWEST ON SOCIAL MEDIA!
Stay connected with your child's educational journey! Follow our school page on social media for updates, events, and glimpses into the vibrant life of our school community. Together, let's foster a supportive environment for our students to thrive. 📚✨
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