One Team, One Goal...EXCELLENCE!

Greetings Warrior Families! Tomorrow will be our final Super STAAR Saturday tutorial for the 24-25 school year; thank you to everyone who supported our students in ensuring that they attended each Saturday. Our final round of STAAR testing will begin on Monday, 04/28/25 with sixth graders taking the Math STAAR; additional information regarding STAAR can be found below. Please be reminded that VISITORS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON CAMPUS DURING STAAR TESTING.

When our students return next week, we will have 23 days of school remaining.

As we navigate through the final nine weeks of school, please ensure that your Warrior is maintaining academic and behavior expectations. The conclusion of STAAR testing season is NOT synonymous with the end of school. Through continued partnership, collaboration and accountability, we WILL finish the school year with EXCELLENCE!

Thank you for your continued support as we embark upon this journey towards EXCELLENCE! Enjoy your weekend.

ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL:EXCELLENCE!! #GAMETIME

Mrs. Brooks

Proud HBMS Principal

Please be reminded that HBMS is not accepting deliveries of any kind this school year. Please work with your Warrior to develop an organization system at home to ensure that our Warriors remember all needed items (lunch, house keys, gym clothes, homework, instruments, etc.) as these items will not be permitted to be left at the front office.

As a reminder, be advised that parking along Hodges Bend Dr. WILL NOT be permitted. Fort Bend County police and Fort Bend ISD police will strictly enforce the NO PARKING zone between the hours of 2-4:45 PM; citations may be issued.

April:

Autism Awareness Month

Child Abuse Prevention Month

14-NO VISITORS IN THE BUILDING UNTIL May 5th

28-STAAR Math (6th Grade)

29-STAAR Math (8th Grade)

30-STAAR Math (7th Grade)

May:

2-School Cafeteria Worker Day

5-Cinco de Mayo

5-Teacher Appreciation Week

5-EOY MAP Reading

7-School Nurse Day

12-Mental Health Week

13-EOY Awards Ceremony (invitation ONLY)

13-EOY MAP Math

14-STAAR Data Review Parent Night 6:00 PM-Commons

15-7th Grade Field Day

16-PBIS EOY Celebration

19-6th Grade Field Day

20-EOY MAP Science

22-8th Grade EOY Event (Off campus for eligible students)

26-NO SCHOOL-HOLIDAY

27-NO BACKPACKS, BAGS, PURSES Remainder of Year

28-Early Release 1:25 PM

29-Early Release 1:25 PM/LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

**Wednesday of each week-COLLEGE WEDNESDAY (wear a college shirt with jeans)**

As we prepare for the upcoming STAAR testing dates, we kindly ask for your support in making sure your child is fully prepared. Here are a few important reminders:

• Ensure that students should eat a healthy (NON SUGARY) breakfast, daily.
• Ensure that students get adequate rest and arrive ON TIME to school.
• Students must bring their fully charged laptops on testing days.
• Please have your child restart their device regularly to ensure all updates are installed before testing.
• If your student does not have a charger, we encourage you to purchase one as soon as possible. A compatible charger can be found here: https://a.co/d/9x2i7iQ

STAAR Testing Dates by Subject and Grade Level

Math

• 6th Grade – Monday, April 28

• 8th Grade – Tuesday, April 29

• 7th Grade – Wednesday, April 30

Being prepared with a working, updated device helps minimize disruptions and ensures your child has a smooth testing experience. Remember, during STAAR testing, visitors are not permitted on campus.

Thank you for your continued support!

Da'Metreis G.P-Middle School Male Athlete of the Year

Coach Erin Cole-Middle School Female Coach of the Year

As part of our ongoing effort to offer support to families, Fort Bend ISD has partnered with Expose Excellence of Fort Bend County. Services with Expose Excellence are absolutely free to students between the ages of 10-18 years of age but parents/guardians must attend the initial meeting with Expose Excellence following parent consent. Simply let your child’s school counselor know that you are interested.

FBISD is excited to share information about Stopfinder, a powerful tool designed to enhance communication and provide real-time updates regarding student transportation. This app offers numerous features to ensure a seamless and secure experience for parents and school staff.

Key Features of Stopfinder:

• Real-Time Notifications: Parents receive updates for attendance, ETA, and GeoAlerts directly on their mobile devices.
• Comprehensive Schedules: Parents can view and share their child’s daily transportation schedule.
• GeoAlerts: Customizable alert zones provide notifications when buses arrive at or leave specific locations.
• Secure Messaging: Facilitates direct and secure communication with the Transportation Department.
• Form Submission: Simplifies processes by enabling electronic submission of necessary transportation forms.

Effective Date: January 27, 2025

To start using Stopfinder, parents will need to:

1. Activate their subscription via an invitation email from the Transportation Department.
2. Download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
3. Configure settings, such as GeoAlerts and ETA notifications.

Contact Information

• Email: Stopfindertransportation@fortbendisd.gov
• Stopfinder Customer Service: 281-634-4072

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are pleased to share that all students in 6th-8th grade have completed the MAP MOY Growth assessments for Reading, Math, and Science. These assessments provide a detailed view of your child’s progress in key academic areas, allowing us to better support their learning needs.

The results of these assessments have been mailed home. Please contact the campus with questions.

Allergy season is here! Here are some simple tips to help your child feel better:

1. Keep windows closed: Pollen is worse in the morning, so keeping windows closed helps keep it out.
2. Wash hands and face: After playing outside, remind your child to wash their hands and face to get rid of pollen.
3. Take allergy medicine: If your child takes allergy medicine, make sure they take it as the doctor says.
4. Wash bedding often: Wash sheets and pillowcases once a week to help keep allergies away.
5. Drink lots of water: Staying hydrated helps keep the body cool and can ease allergy symptoms like dry eyes and a scratchy throat.

With these tips, we can help your child feel better this allergy season! Let me know if you have any questions.

Parents, please make sure your email address is current on Skyward. Reminders about almost due/overdue vaccines are sent via email. Texas law requires all students be up to date on vaccines to attend school.

All incoming 7th grade students for the 2025-2026 school year are required to obtain Tdap and Meningococcal (MCV4) vaccines per Texas law. Please schedule an appointment for your student as soon as possible to avoid delays in enrollment for the upcoming school year.

Medications

Parents, if you wish to have medication in the school clinic for your student, please have appropriate forms filled out and signed by a doctor. The clinic cannot accept ANY medications without doctor’s orders. Parents must drop medication off at school. DO NOT send your student to school carrying their own medication.

Link to FBISD medical forms: https://www.fortbendisd.com/medicalforms

Thank you!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our school nurse, Nurse Rama at Ramatoulaye.Walker@fortbendisd.gov or 281-634-3052.

• All students have been issued ID badges; students requiring a replacement badge will have badges issued on 01/13/25.

• Students will need to have their ID badges to board the bus to and from school beginning 01/13/25.

• I.D.s must be worn DAILY (all class periods).

Students must have I.D.s to:

• Attend extra-curricular activities (parents will attend with students).

• Participate in school events such as dances, pep rallies, field trips, field days, incentive parties.

• Failure to wear your I.D. daily may result in consequences.

Wearing Student Badges

• All students must display their Student ID badge during normal school hours on campus.

• The badge must be worn above the waist with the student’s picture clearly visible.

• ID badges should not be attached to student backpacks.

• Students are not allowed to place stickers or other objects that will obstruct their picture.

• Exceptions are afforded for students participating in vigorous activity related to recess or a PE credit class.

Student Badge use

• Student badges provide access to services within the building, including the following access/check-ins:

• Cafeteria meal payments

• Library services

• Entrance to campus events (dances, pep rallies, etc.)

• Entrance to games (parents must attend with student)

• Board the bus to and from school

Student Badge replacement

There are several reasons a student might need a replacement badge, and no badge replacement fee will be required for the following circumstances:

• Student enrolls at a new campus.

• Student appearance changes significantly

• Legal name change

The printing of a replacement for a student badge that is lost or damaged will result in a $5.00 fee that the parents will be expected to pay. Payment will be accepted online only.

• If a temporary ID is issued to the student there is no charge assessed.

• If a new lanyard is required, that will be given at no additional charge.

• No payments by cash, check or money order will be accepted at campus. Parents will be instructed of the proper way to find the fee in Skyward and pay it online.

Temporary ID Badges

• If a student arrives at school without a badge, they will be given a temporary wristband to wear during the school day.

• If a student reports to class without an ID, teachers will send them to their grade level AP suite at the beginning of their first period.

• The student must wear the temporary wristband all day.

• The temporary is for one day use only.

Student and staff safety is a priority at HBMS. Please note a few items as we launch the new year.

• FBISD also has other new procedures in place, such as exterior door audits, to make sure they are all functioning properly.
  
• Classroom doors will remain locked during the day. Students are taught to seek teacher permission before opening the door for any adult.
• Rhino locks are installed on all classroom doors. These locks are activated in the case of a Lockdown.
  
• All visitors will be required to show proper ID and be screened through our Raptor system before visiting any part of the campus.
  
• All DRILLS will be announced; students and staff have been taught that if an announcement is not made indicating a DRILL, that the situation is real.

Information regarding specific safety drills and emergency operation protocols may also be located via the following website: https://iloveuguys.org

All HBMS staff members and students have received training regarding the various protocols.

6th Grade

Associate Principal-Dr. LaToya Austin (LaToya.Austin@fortbendisd.gov)

Counselor-Taylor Blackmon (Taylor.Blackmon@fortbendisd.gov)

7th Grade

Assistant Principal-LaShonda Phillips (lashonda.phillips@fortbendisd.gov)

Counselor-Jasmin Stewart (Jasmin.Stewart@fortbendisd.gov)

8th Grade

Assistant Principal-Lawrence Cousin (Lawrence.Cousin@fortbendisd.gov)

Counselor-Taheera Shelton (Taheera.Shelton@fortbendisd.gov)

Principal-Brandi Brooks (Brandi.Brooks@fortbendisd.gov)

Attendance-Cynthia Nieto Lee (Cynthia.Nietolee@fortbendisd.gov)

Registrar-Cristal Gutierrez (Cristal.Gutierrez@fortbendisd.gov)

Nurse-Ramatoulaye Walker (Ramatoulaye.Walker@fortbendisd.gov)

Email: brandi.brooks@fortbendisd.gov
Website: www.fortbendisd.gov/hbms
Location: 16510 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX, USA
Phone: 281-634-3000
Twitter: @HBMS_Warriors