Bear Bulletin

Congratulations to all our students. Their hard work and perseverance do not go unnoticed.

Families, thank you for joining us to celebrate the accomplishments of our students.

Families,

Paper copies of students report cards were sent home this week during school. For reporting information, you can always find the most up to date information in Skyward Family Access.

Due to the shortage of bus drivers and the large amount of afterschool routes we adjusted the Spring Branch Middle school afterschool maps. All middle and high school routes in our district are routed to stop at zoned elementary campuses in the area.

Starting 10-28-2024 SBMS afterschool bus routes will begin dropping off at the zoned elementary campuses.

Bus #1 will stop at Valley Oaks Elementary, Spring Branch Elementary, and Woodview Elementary. Due to the new construction of Woodview elementary, the stop will be located on the Pine Lake side of the school.

Bus #2 will stop at Memorial Drive Elementary, Hunters Creek Elementary and Houseman Elementary.

We do understand this may be somewhat of an inconvenience to the families that have students in the afterschool program, however making the changes now helps allow the district have drivers for all afterschool programs.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the transportation department.

Before taking the survey (link below), please

• Review the two calendar options for 2025-2026.
• Option 1
• Option 2

Review the Calendar Comparison Chart.

• Review the two calendar options for 2026-2027.
• Option 1
• Option 2

Review the Calendar Comparison Chart.

Take the Calendar Survey

The deadline to complete the survey is 5 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30.

Boys’ basketball tryouts will be on November 4, 6 and 7. Each person must be present at all three days of tryouts. In order to participate in tryouts, all athletic paperwork must be on file with the coaches. For more information about paperwork or tryouts, please see one of the coaches. Click here for Athletic paperwork.

7th Grade

7:00am – 8:30am

8th Grade

4:00pm – 5:30pm

All costumes and spirit gear must be school appropriate and abide by the dress code. No Props or face/head coverings allowed.

Are you ready to unlock your child’s high school success?

Join us to learn more about the four-year planning process and explore exciting high school courses, endorsements, programs of study and advanced academics options. We’ll also share essential tips for a smooth transition from 8th to 9th grade.

Don’t miss this opportunity to set your child on a path to success!

Please see attachement for more information.

Register to attend:

ENGLISH SPANISH

Students with a temperature of 100 or above (orally) are considered to have fever and will be excluded from school. To prevent the spread of a communicable disease, ill students must be symptom free and fever free without the use of temperature reducing medications for 24 hours before returning to school.

Please see FAQ for more information.

Thank you,

Lauren Erdin, MSN, RN

Secure your yearbook now before the before the price increase in October. Yearbooks are currently $55. If you have any questions, please email Mr. Sydnor at stephen.sydnor@springbranchisd.com

The link to purchase a yearbook can be found here: Spring Branch Middle School HOUSTON, TX - 2025 Yearbook | Jostens

Additionally, the link to purchase a yearbook ad can be found here:

jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1079267/-/2024080211155503062/CATALOG_SHOP/

Ads prices start at just $30.

Photo Submissions

Want to submit photos for the yearbook? Just fill out the following form and your photo will be in consideration for use in this years book. Please note that we will try our best to include any photos submitted, but we cannot guarantee that any specific photo submitted will be used.”

https://forms.gle/k6kapDYC9w4zubPt7

At this time, all returning students were given their ID badge, a plastic cover, and lanyard. Students are expected to wear their badge daily. If your child has lost or misplaced their ID you may purchase a new one by clicking here.

Please help your child find a routine that helps them be Accountable for their badge. Temporary badges will be supplied while new badge is arriving and can be found in the grade level offices. Temporary badges should be worn each day until new badge arrives on campus.

Football

November 5- No School

November 6-6th grade School Pictures

November 7-7th grade School Pictures

November 8-8th grade School Pictures