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Sam Houston Role Call

October 27, 2022

Sam Houston RoleCallOctober 27, 2022

All In. All Win.

From the Office

Is it almost November already? Time sure flies when you're having fun.


October was extremely busy and we're not slowing down any time soon. We are full speed ahead until Thanksgiving Break and we'll be right back on the go when we return through Winter Break. So much to learn. So much to do. So many ways to rock our role!


Please be sure to read through this newsletter for information about upcoming events! We hope that you are able to participate and enjoy the learning process with us.


❤️J. Johnson

#AllInAllWin

#RockYourRole

UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct. 31:
  • Beginning of Third Six Weeks
  • Storybook Character Parade: Students should dress as a storybook character. School appropriate clothing. No face makeup, masks, or scary items/weapons. Please bring a copy of the book or picture of the cover. The parade will be available live on the school Facebook page.


Oct. 31- Nov. 4:

  • Common Assessment #2 Grades 1-5: Students will be assessed in all core content areas to assess student mastery of units covered during the second grading period.
  • Peanut Butter Drive: Please help us support the MHS Student Council in their competition with Whitehouse. They are competing to collect more peanut butter than Whitehouse collects jelly. All donations will go the the Food Bank.

Nov. 3:

  • Fall Picture Retakes: Fall pictures will go in the school yearbook.
  • Report Cards: Be on the lookout for report cards in student folders.


Nov. 7-11:
  • College & Career Awareness Week: We will increase student awareness of their post-secondary options this week. Also, be sure to view the flyer for student dress up days.
  • CIS Food & Clothing Drive: CIS is working to create a pantry and clothing closet for school families in need. Please support our CIS coordinator in her mission to help our school community. Drop off non-perishables and new or gently used clothing to help build our resource space. (See flyer) Donations will be accepted throughout the school year.


Nov. 10:
  • Sam Houston Veteran's Day Celebration: Our kinder and first grade students will be celebrating our veterans and showcasing their work. Please come celebrate with us.


Nov. 14-18:


  • Food Drive for Mission Marshall: We collect non-perishables for Mission Marshall each year before Thanksgiving. Please help us fill the shelves so that families can share a great meal for Thanksgiving and the days to come.



Nov. 15:
  • Thanksgiving Feast: Our Sam Houston Thanksgiving Feast will be held on Nov. 15. Please be on the lookout for more information as we prepare to ensure that we have enough food and space for everyone to enjoy a good meal and give thanks together.


Nov. 16:
  • CIS Kona Ice Day: Kona Ice visits each month to provide a treat for all who would like to purchase. Students selected for their outstanding behavior are given a free Kona Ice and are displayed on the PBIS board. A portion of the proceeds go to our campus CIS.


Nov. 19-27: THANKSGIVING BREAK


Nov. 28-Dec. 2:

  • STAR Renaissance Testing: Middle of the year cumulative assessments to monitor student progress as compared to beginning of the year.

Did you know...?

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Our tardy policy

Students who are not in the building at 7:30 a.m. are considered tardy. All entries to the building close and are locked at 7:30 a.m.


Parents who arrive at the drop-off points at or after 7:30 a.m. should drive to the front of the school, park and walk their student into the building. This is the policy.

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Breakfast

Breakfast is served daily Students have the option of a warm breakfast or cereal. If you would like your child to eat a school breakfast, please get them to school in a timely manner to do so.


Instruction begins at 7:30 a.m. Therefore, if a student arrives at or after 7:25 a.m., and get breakfast, they will miss out on instructional time. Our students need every minute.

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Issues with behavior/academics, etc.

There's a protocol for that. If you have any issues or concerns about your student's behavior or academics, happenings in the class, etc., be sure to contact the teacher first. The teacher is the first point of contact as they are with your students day in and day out. They would be able to provide the most accurate information about your student.


Please give our staff a chance to work with you. We desire true partnership because as we say, "All in. All win."

Attendance

Attendance is extremely important. If students are not at school, we cannot teach them. We need your assistance in reducing absences, tarries and early checkouts.


For the second six weeks, we are averaging 96% attendance which is great. Our fourth graders hold the highest average attendance rate for the grading period at 98%. Our students continue to show up each day, but we are still seeing an issue in the number of tardies and early checkouts each day. We thank you for getting our students to school, but ask that you PLEASE help us to have them at school for the entire time.


Students are rewarded each six weeks for having good attendance, but receive a special brag tag for outstanding attendance, meaning no absences, early checkouts or tardies.


Your Role:


  • Have students in class for the entirety of the school day.
  • Review the student handbook regarding attendance policies.
  • Send a written notice of absence upon the student’s return to school.
  • Understand that a note does not necessarily mean the absence will be excused.
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All students are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch.

What to Wear

Sam Houston students are expected to adhere to the district dress code. You may review the dress code at the link below. On Thursday, students may wear a college or military shirt with uniform bottoms. Friday is Maverick or Sam Houston spirit day. Students may wear a Maverick or Sam Houston spirit shirt with school appropriate jeans.


These are NOT free dress days.


Your role:


  • Review the district dress code.
  • Ensure that student attire adheres to the dress code.

School-Home Communication

We strive to ensure we communicate with everyone through a variety of platforms. This includes Facebook, our Sam Houston webpage (https://www.marshallisd.com/o/shes), Remind and more. If you have any questions regarding policies, procedures, student performance or otherwise, please be sure to reach out to us so that we can answer your questions. Also, be sure to schedule conferences with your child's teacher as needed. Thank you for your partnership!