Bear Bulletin

This week we celebrated our 6th and 7th graders steadfast efforts and dedication during our honors assemblies. We are so proud of our students. Keep up the good work!

Enjoy the long weekend. Stay warm!

Please be mindful of parking in the office buildings across Piney Point.

Congratulations to all our wonderful students who participated in the Texas Thespians Festival in November. The restults are in and many of our young men and women scored in the excellent and superior ranges, with others invited to Nationals.

We are so proud of you.

Cold & flu season has arrived. We have seen an increase in Flu cases (especially Flu A) across the state of Texas in these past few weeks. Here are some ways in which you can help boost your child’s immune system.

• Eating citrus fruits and berries with Vitamin C and flavonoids
• Ginger and leafy green vegetables are also important for immune health
• Try to get at least 30-60 minutes of exercise several days a week
• Get 7-9 hours of restful sleep each night

As a reminder, 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.

https://www.springbranchisd.com/about/departments/academic-performance/student-support-services/nurses/faqs

We are seeing a few injuries in health fitness classes and halls due to improper footwear. While Crocs, slides, and clogs are comfortable to wear they do not provide support or protection while exercising. If your child is enrolled in health fitness, please make sure they are wearing sneakers or athletic shoes.

We highly recommend your child wear shoes that are secured to your child's feet each and every day regardless of enrollment of Health Fitness.

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 939 2893 1058

Passcode: 078215

In preparation for our Course Selection Zoom meeting on January 22nd at 6 pm, we want to give parents and students a chance to ask questions beforehand so we can do our best to get everyone the information they need. Please click on the link below to fill out the google form with your questions and we look forward to seeing you virtually on January 22nd!

Course Selection Question Form

As we are well into the winter season, if your child is in need to any warm attire, please contact your child's grade level counselor for assistance.

Although hoodies are allowed, hoods or head coverings are not allowed during the school day. This includes blankets (which should not be brought to school).

Do you want to learn more about Title 1 and the purpose of the program? Please join me on January 27 at 5:30pm via zoom for an optional meeting focusing on Title 1 and its uses.

Topic: Title One Meeting

Time: Jan 27, 2025 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 920 4275 5824

Passcode: 266918

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:

Last day to purchase an ad will be February 13, 2025.

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

Ads prices start at just $30.

If you have any questions, please email Mr. Sydnor at stephen.sydnor@springbranchisd.com

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.

January 23-8th grade Transition day