Irons Jr. High Newsletter

Irons Family,

I hope this message finds you well! As we enter the end of September, I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Your engagement plays a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for our students.

Together, we can ensure our students thrive both academically and socially. Thank you for being such an integral part of our school community!

Warm regards,

Dr. Olivia Robinson

Irons Jr. High Principal

WE ARE HAWKS!

Monday, September 30th - 7th/8th Math Quarterly Assessment

Wednesday, October 2nd - Algebra I and Geometry Quarterly Assessment

Thursday & Friday, October 3rd and 4th - 7th/8th RLA Quarterly Assessment

*If your child is in extracurricular activities, be on the lookout for possible parent information nights.

Check out our volleyball team! Between team building, Incredible Pizza, and a SHSU volleyball game, these Lady Hawks are enjoying every moment. #GoHawks

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Conroe ISD JH tickets are $1 for students and $2 for adults. Please bring small bills when paying. Unfortunately junior high schools in CISD are not set up to take electronic payments, cash only.

*Smaller bills (1's and 5's) are greatly appreciated.

Updated: 9/22

Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q7OjjRgAkSYfo5mQN3ZKRGQqRPtKAkBl/view

On Friday, October 18th, eighth grade students at Irons will be taking the PSAT 8/9. Please keep in mind, if an eighth-grade student checks out during PSAT testing, the student cannot return and restart. Also, if a student arrives after the start of the test, they will not be able to take the test. No make-up day is provided for the PSAT 8/9. If your child is a car rider, please have them dropped off by 8:50 am. Testing will begin promptly at 9:10. Seventh graders will remain on a regular bell schedule.

The PSAT 8/9 will be administered in a digital format that will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. Your child will take the PSAT 8/9 using a device provided to them and scores will be released in mid-November.

Information about the PSAT 8/9

• It serves as a baseline for understanding students’ progress as they enter high school.
• It is an early indicator of college readiness that is aligned with the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, and PSAT.
• The scores from the test will be used for students applying to the high school academies.
• The PSAT 8/9 will include grade-level appropriate content for eighth and ninth graders that will match the scope and difficulty of work found in the classroom. The test content is aligned with the TEKS.
• There is no preparation for this test.
• No make-up day is provided for the PSAT 8/9.

For more information on the test, please go to the link below:

https://parents.collegeboard.org/college-board-programs/psat-89

What to bring on October 18th

• Students will have lunch in the cafeteria. However, students can bring a bottle of water to their testing room.
• Cell phones and smart watches must be turned off and put away. No electronic devices are allowed to remain on the student or on the student's desk during testing.
• Calculators will be provided for the math section of the PSAT 8/9.

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Are you vote ready? If you’ve moved, changed your name, never registered, or are unsure about your voter registration status, visit https://elections.mctx.org by October 7 for the November 5, 2024 election. Already registered? You can confirm your information at the Montgomery County Elections website, too.

Safe gun storage is critical to preventing unintentional shootings, suicide, and other tragedies. Learn more about the Keep ‘Em Safe Texas initiative and view resources at the provided link. Gun locks are also available through the Conroe ISD Police Department.

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Spanish letter: http://tiny.conroeisd.net/xpSwo

• ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE THEIR ID BADGE (they received them on the first day of school),
• 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.

• 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, will begin the dismissal process 5-10 minutes early. Please plan accordingly.

Email: contactirons@conroeisd.net
Website: https://irons.conroeisd.net/
Location: 16780 Needham Road, Conroe, TX, USA
Phone: 936-709-8500
Twitter: @IronsJHCISD