Sam Houston STEM Academy Families,
We are excited to celebrate National School Breakfast Week on campus! 🎉🥞
On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (3/3–3/5), we will adjust our morning procedures to ensure a safe and smooth start to the day.
🥐 Breakfast Celebration Days
3/3 – Pastries with My People
3/4 – Donuts with Dudes 🍩
3/5 – Muffins with Ma’ams 🧁
🚗 Morning Drop-Off
-There will be ONE morning drop-off line only in the K–2 circle drive.
-There should be NO drop-offs in the 3–5 area unless you are parking and attending breakfast with your child.
-This adjustment is for the safety and supervision of all students during our special breakfast celebrations.
🍳 If You Are Attending Breakfast
-Breakfast is open from 7:00–7:30 AM.
-The 3–5 gate will open at 6:55 AM for breakfast entry.
-Please park along Indian Springs Drive.
-Enter through the 3–5 gate and follow the sidewalk to the side cafeteria entrance, where you will be greeted.
-Guests must enter and exit ONLY through the 3–5 gate and the designated side door.
-There will be NO ADMITTANCE through the main front doors.
All other gates and entrances will remain locked.
🚫 Important Parking Reminders
-Please do not park directly in front of the school or in the bus turnaround, as this will block morning transportation and the flow of the drop-off line.
-Be mindful of residential driveways along Indian Springs Drive.
-Please avoid parking in emergency service areas near the fire station.
Your partnership helps us keep mornings safe, organized, and smooth for everyone. We look forward to celebrating a fun and meaningful week with our students and families! ❤️
We are excited to celebrate National School Breakfast Week on campus! 🎉🥞
On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (3/3–3/5), we will adjust our morning procedures to ensure a safe and smooth start to the day.
🥐 Breakfast Celebration Days
3/3 – Pastries with My People
3/4 – Donuts with Dudes 🍩
3/5 – Muffins with Ma’ams 🧁
🚗 Morning Drop-Off
-There will be ONE morning drop-off line only in the K–2 circle drive.
-There should be NO drop-offs in the 3–5 area unless you are parking and attending breakfast with your child.
-This adjustment is for the safety and supervision of all students during our special breakfast celebrations.
🍳 If You Are Attending Breakfast
-Breakfast is open from 7:00–7:30 AM.
-The 3–5 gate will open at 6:55 AM for breakfast entry.
-Please park along Indian Springs Drive.
-Enter through the 3–5 gate and follow the sidewalk to the side cafeteria entrance, where you will be greeted.
-Guests must enter and exit ONLY through the 3–5 gate and the designated side door.
-There will be NO ADMITTANCE through the main front doors.
All other gates and entrances will remain locked.
🚫 Important Parking Reminders
-Please do not park directly in front of the school or in the bus turnaround, as this will block morning transportation and the flow of the drop-off line.
-Be mindful of residential driveways along Indian Springs Drive.
-Please avoid parking in emergency service areas near the fire station.
Your partnership helps us keep mornings safe, organized, and smooth for everyone. We look forward to celebrating a fun and meaningful week with our students and families! ❤️
Reminders for next week, 3/2-3/6! We will send out parking and entry information for morning breakfast as well as the full March Calendar on Monday! Have a wonderful and safe weekend! ❤️🤘🏽
📣 Testing Week Reminder – Closed Campus 📣
Our students will participate in Spring Benchmark & TELPAS testing for the remainder of the week, February 24-27.
02/24 Math Benchmark (grades 3-5)
No Robotics due to testing
02/25 Science Benchmark (grade 5)
TELPAS Testing (grade 3)
02/26 TELPAS Testing (grade 4)
02/27 TELPAS Testing (grade 5)
To provide a quiet and secure testing environment, our campus will be closed to visitors during testing days.
Please help us set students up for success:
⏰ Arrive on time — testing begins first thing in the morning
🚫 Avoid early check-outs unless absolutely necessary
💤 Get a good night’s rest
🍳 Eat a healthy breakfast
💬 Encourage your child to stay positive and show what they know
Thank you for helping us protect the testing environment so every student can do their very best! We appreciate your partnership and support. ❤️
Our students will participate in Spring Benchmark & TELPAS testing for the remainder of the week, February 24-27.
02/24 Math Benchmark (grades 3-5)
No Robotics due to testing
02/25 Science Benchmark (grade 5)
TELPAS Testing (grade 3)
02/26 TELPAS Testing (grade 4)
02/27 TELPAS Testing (grade 5)
To provide a quiet and secure testing environment, our campus will be closed to visitors during testing days.
Please help us set students up for success:
⏰ Arrive on time — testing begins first thing in the morning
🚫 Avoid early check-outs unless absolutely necessary
💤 Get a good night’s rest
🍳 Eat a healthy breakfast
💬 Encourage your child to stay positive and show what they know
Thank you for helping us protect the testing environment so every student can do their very best! We appreciate your partnership and support. ❤️
Texas Public Schools Week!
Monday, 3/2: Read Across America Day (Dr. Seuss)- Dress as your favorite Dr. Seuss character
Tuesday, 3/3: Texas Tuesday- Wear anything that represents Texas
Wednesday, 3/4: Hats off to Texas Public Schools- Hat Day
Thursday, 3/5: Texas College Day- Support your favorite Texas college
Friday, 3/6: Texas Teams Day- Support your favorite Texas team
Monday, 3/2: Read Across America Day (Dr. Seuss)- Dress as your favorite Dr. Seuss character
Tuesday, 3/3: Texas Tuesday- Wear anything that represents Texas
Wednesday, 3/4: Hats off to Texas Public Schools- Hat Day
Thursday, 3/5: Texas College Day- Support your favorite Texas college
Friday, 3/6: Texas Teams Day- Support your favorite Texas team
📣 Testing Week Reminder – Closed Campus 📣
Our students will be participating in Spring Benchmark & TELPAS testing for the remainder of the week, 02/18-02/20.
Tomorrow: RLA Benchmark & 2nd Grade TELPAS
To provide a quiet and secure testing environment, our campus will be closed to visitors during testing days.
Please help us set students up for success:
⏰ Arrive on time — testing begins first thing in the morning
🚫 Avoid early check-outs unless absolutely necessary
💤 Get a good night’s rest
🍳 Eat a healthy breakfast
💬 Encourage your child to stay positive and simply show what they know
Thank you for helping us protect the testing environment so every student can do their very best! We appreciate your partnership and support. ❤️
Our students will be participating in Spring Benchmark & TELPAS testing for the remainder of the week, 02/18-02/20.
Tomorrow: RLA Benchmark & 2nd Grade TELPAS
To provide a quiet and secure testing environment, our campus will be closed to visitors during testing days.
Please help us set students up for success:
⏰ Arrive on time — testing begins first thing in the morning
🚫 Avoid early check-outs unless absolutely necessary
💤 Get a good night’s rest
🍳 Eat a healthy breakfast
💬 Encourage your child to stay positive and simply show what they know
Thank you for helping us protect the testing environment so every student can do their very best! We appreciate your partnership and support. ❤️
Good morning! We are aware that Class Dojo is having some outage issues. We have reported this and are working with support. We will notify you when the problem has been resolved or when we have an update. Thank you!
🚨 ⏰ Reminder: Tomorrow, 2/3, we are a closed campus as our 3rd & 5th graders will be participating in state required stand alone field testing. 💯 It is also the 💯th Day of school! 💯 ❤️🎉 Students may wear a 100 day shirt with uniform bottoms or dress up like they are 100 years old. 🤘🏽
📅 February 2026 Calendar Update
Please note that due to our recent winter weather days ❄️, there are a few updates to the February calendar from the “Looking Ahead” version sent out in January.
To ensure the best possible testing environment for all of our students 🧠📚—including make-up testing, alternate schedules, and in-class lunches—please remember:
👉 On any day marked as a Closed Campus, there will be no visitors or lunch guests on campus.
Thank you for helping us keep our school day calm, focused, and supportive of every Maverick’s success ❤️We appreciate your partnership more than you know!
Please note that due to our recent winter weather days ❄️, there are a few updates to the February calendar from the “Looking Ahead” version sent out in January.
To ensure the best possible testing environment for all of our students 🧠📚—including make-up testing, alternate schedules, and in-class lunches—please remember:
👉 On any day marked as a Closed Campus, there will be no visitors or lunch guests on campus.
Thank you for helping us keep our school day calm, focused, and supportive of every Maverick’s success ❤️We appreciate your partnership more than you know!
We apologize for the short notice but out of an abundance of caution we will have one drop off line this morning due to the ice on the walkway at 3-5 drop off area. Thank you for helping to ensure our students and staff safety. ❤️🤘🏽
Dear Sam Houston STEM Academy Families,
We hope you have enjoyed these few extra days together at home & even had some fun in the rare ETX weather. ❄️We cannot wait to welcome our students back in the building tomorrow! ❤️
When we return tomorrow, all K–5 students will be on a testing schedule as we administer our Middle of the Year i-Ready Diagnostic assessments in Reading and Math on Thursday and Friday, January 29–30. Testing will begin first thing each morning.
These diagnostic assessments are very important. They help us see how much each student has grown, identify where extra support may be needed, and guide our teachers as they plan instruction for the remainder of the school year. This information allows us to better meet the needs of every learner.
Because students will be testing throughout the day:
• No guests or volunteers will be on campus
• Please refrain from early checkouts so we do not disrupt testing environments
• Students will eat lunch in their classrooms
• Students will follow alternate lunch and recess times to support a quiet, focused testing environment
How you can help your child be successful:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive to school on time or early so testing is not disrupted
• Encourage your child to do their best, stay positive, and just show what they know!
We are so excited to see our students back and ready to show what they know. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our Sam Houston Mavericks grow and succeed!
With appreciation,
Mrs. Livingston
Principal, Sam Houston STEM Academy ❤️🤘🏽
☔🌧️ Weather Update for Morning Drop-Off 🌂☔
They are calling for rain around the time of morning drop-off. If it is raining, we will operate one drop-off line and will begin a few minutes early to help things move smoothly.
➡️ All students will be dropped off in the K-2 circle drive at the back of the school.
🚫 Please remember there are no left turns onto Travis St. from Indian Springs in the morning or afternoon.
If the rain holds off, we will continue with two drop-off lines as usual. However, current forecasts show a 75–90% chance of rain during morning drop-off, so please plan accordingly.
Thank you for your patience and for helping us keep our students and staff safe on rainy mornings! 💙☔
They are calling for rain around the time of morning drop-off. If it is raining, we will operate one drop-off line and will begin a few minutes early to help things move smoothly.
➡️ All students will be dropped off in the K-2 circle drive at the back of the school.
🚫 Please remember there are no left turns onto Travis St. from Indian Springs in the morning or afternoon.
If the rain holds off, we will continue with two drop-off lines as usual. However, current forecasts show a 75–90% chance of rain during morning drop-off, so please plan accordingly.
Thank you for your patience and for helping us keep our students and staff safe on rainy mornings! 💙☔
Hello 🪩 January 2026
🎀Looking ahead to February ❤️
Due to the very cold temperatures expected tomorrow morning (24° or colder), we will operate one car drop-off line to help keep our students and staff safe and warm.
To support a smooth and timely arrival, we will begin drop-off a few minutes earlier than usual.
Important traffic reminder:
• There is no left turn from Indian Springs onto Travis Street.
• Please turn right and merge into the drop-off line past the four-way stop.
These temperatures make it unsafe for staff and students to stand outside for extended periods. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize safety.
We look forward to our final 4½ days of learning in 2025, with the magic of science and Christmas spirit all mixed in! 🎄❤️🎅🏼🪄🧫🔭🧪🥼❄️🥶
Thank you for helping us keep mornings safe, warm, and smooth for our Maverick family. ❤️🤘🏽
We are beyond thankful for our Sam Houston Elementary STEM PTO families, volunteers, and sponsors! 🫶🏽❤️🤘🏽 They have been busy this semester, and we are so grateful for everything they pour into our students, staff, and campus. As we wrap up the semester, take a look at all that has already been accomplished—what an impact! It’s never too late to jump in on the volunteering and donor fun. There will be more opportunities and another public PTO meeting coming this spring. Still happening this week thanks to our amazing PTO: ✨ December Teacher Treats 🎁 Student Gifts 🔬 Magic of Science student assembly ☕ Hot Chocolate for Polar Express Day Sam Houston PTO truly is the best of the best in ETX ❤️ #OneLuckyLittleSchool #Connected #MaverickStrong
A Little Reminder 🌲✨
Sam Houston will have one drop off line tomorrow morning for all grades. ✨❤️🎄 All students should be dropped off in the K-2 circle drive at the back of the school. Please be mindful that there are no left turns onto Travis St. from Indian Springs in the morning or afternoon.
🎄✨REMINDER🎄✨
Kindergarten & First Grade Christmas Program
12/2/2025 @ 6 PM
Marshall High School Auditorium
Student Arrival Time: 5:45 PM
Student Attire: Pajamas
Kindergarten & First Grade Christmas Program
12/2/2025 @ 6 PM
Marshall High School Auditorium
Student Arrival Time: 5:45 PM
Student Attire: Pajamas
📣 Sam Houston STEM Academy – Weekly Campus Reminders
🚫 Closed Campus: Benchmark Testing Week
Beginning Tuesday, November 18, our campus will operate under a Closed Campus policy for the remainder of the week due to Fall Benchmark Testing.
No visitors will be allowed during lunch on testing days. 🍽️
Please avoid early checkouts whenever possible. We understand emergencies happen and will always support you. ⏱️❤️
📝 Benchmark Testing Schedule
November 18: 3rd–5th Grade RLA Benchmark ✏️
November 19: 3rd–5th Grade Math Benchmark ➕➖
November 20: 5th Grade Science Benchmark 🔬
To help students do their best, please ensure they get plenty of rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time each day. 😴🥣🕗
Thank you for your continued support in helping our Mavericks shine! 🌟📚
📌 Additional Reminders This Week
🎁 PTO Student Gift Size Form
Please complete the SH PTO Gift Student Size Form by Wednesday, November 19, 2025, so we can ensure your child receives the most accurate size gift.
🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD9XiVnX7BnOVAbz3__zi8WCzNR9ZNQaypKb20MJX_-NEylQ/viewform?usp=dialog
🎶🤖 No After-School Practices
There will NOT be Robotics or Honor Choir practice this week.
🧁 SH Student Council Baking Mix Drive
Ongoing now through December 12.
🧥🧤 CIS Coat Drive
Collecting coats, boots, gloves, scarves, socks, and blankets
📅 November 17 – December 13, 2025
🎄 PTO Piney Park Reward Field Trip
Permission slips due November 18, 2025
Weather will be monitored; families will be notified of any rainout decision no later than Thursday, November 20, 2025
🏫 Friday Schedule
Friday is a regular school day: 7:31 AM – 3:20 PM
🍁 Upcoming Dates
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Students: November 24 – December 2, 2025
Staff: December 1, 2025, is a Staff Development Day
🎄 Kindergarten & 1st Grade Christmas Concert
December 2, 2025
Location: MHS Auditorium
Time: 6:00 PM
Student Attire: Christmas Pajamas 🎅🎄🛌
🚫 Closed Campus: Benchmark Testing Week
Beginning Tuesday, November 18, our campus will operate under a Closed Campus policy for the remainder of the week due to Fall Benchmark Testing.
No visitors will be allowed during lunch on testing days. 🍽️
Please avoid early checkouts whenever possible. We understand emergencies happen and will always support you. ⏱️❤️
📝 Benchmark Testing Schedule
November 18: 3rd–5th Grade RLA Benchmark ✏️
November 19: 3rd–5th Grade Math Benchmark ➕➖
November 20: 5th Grade Science Benchmark 🔬
To help students do their best, please ensure they get plenty of rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive on time each day. 😴🥣🕗
Thank you for your continued support in helping our Mavericks shine! 🌟📚
📌 Additional Reminders This Week
🎁 PTO Student Gift Size Form
Please complete the SH PTO Gift Student Size Form by Wednesday, November 19, 2025, so we can ensure your child receives the most accurate size gift.
🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD9XiVnX7BnOVAbz3__zi8WCzNR9ZNQaypKb20MJX_-NEylQ/viewform?usp=dialog
🎶🤖 No After-School Practices
There will NOT be Robotics or Honor Choir practice this week.
🧁 SH Student Council Baking Mix Drive
Ongoing now through December 12.
🧥🧤 CIS Coat Drive
Collecting coats, boots, gloves, scarves, socks, and blankets
📅 November 17 – December 13, 2025
🎄 PTO Piney Park Reward Field Trip
Permission slips due November 18, 2025
Weather will be monitored; families will be notified of any rainout decision no later than Thursday, November 20, 2025
🏫 Friday Schedule
Friday is a regular school day: 7:31 AM – 3:20 PM
🍁 Upcoming Dates
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Students: November 24 – December 2, 2025
Staff: December 1, 2025, is a Staff Development Day
🎄 Kindergarten & 1st Grade Christmas Concert
December 2, 2025
Location: MHS Auditorium
Time: 6:00 PM
Student Attire: Christmas Pajamas 🎅🎄🛌
❤️🤘🦃 Sam Houston STEM Annual Thanksgiving Lunch – Friday, November 14, 2025 🦃🤘❤️ We are excited to welcome you to our Annual Thanksgiving Lunch this Friday! Please review the information below to help us ensure a smooth, enjoyable, and safe experience for all.
Our amazing PTO is preparing a special surprise gift for every Sam Houston STEM student! 🎁
This gift will be provided at no cost to families, but we need your help to ensure each student receives the correct size.
Shh!! It is a secret, please do not share the surprise with your student. They will receive these gifts on 12/19, the last day of school before Christmas Break.
📏 Please complete the form below with your student’s size.
If you have more than one student at Sam Houston STEM, please submit a separate form for each child.
✔ You may choose to size up if you want a longer fit.
⚠ There will not be extra gifts ordered for size exchanges, so please double-check before submitting.
👕 Make sure you clearly select Youth or Adult size when completing the form. Only mark one size.
Thank you for helping us make this surprise extra special for our Mavericks! ❤️🤘