Sam Houston STEM

Dear Parents and Guardians, We wanted to inform you as soon as possible that, due to the forecasted rain and thunderstorms tomorrow, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 4th & 5th Grade GT field trip to the Ft. Worth Zoo on 05/06/2025. The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority, and we believe this is the best decision given the predicted weather conditions. We will provide information regarding rescheduling as this becomes available. Thank you, Mrs. Livingston

Dear Parents and Guardians, We wanted to inform you as soon as possible that, due to the forecasted rain and thunderstorms tomorrow, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the First Grade field trip to Caldwell Zoo on 05/06/2025. The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority, and we believe this is the best decision given the predicted weather conditions. Thank you, First Grade Team

📣🏆 We’re in the 4th quarter of the 2024-2025 school year, and it’s almost time to wrap it up — but not before we show BIG love to our amazing teachers at Sam Houston STEM! 🍎✨ Join us as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 with a special twist: 🎉 Sam Houston STEM Hall of Fame Induction! 🎉 📅 May 5th – May 9th 💫 Our teachers are the MVPs, the game-changers, the champions of the classroom — and now, they’re going into the Hall of Fame! 🙌 We’re inviting all students to help us show appreciation in creative, meaningful ways throughout the week. 📚💙 Let’s make this celebration one to remember! #TAW2025 #SHSTEMHallOfFame #ThankATeacher #FourthQuarterFinishStrong #SHfamILY #WeAreMarshall

🏁 20.5 school days left on the clock — it’s the fourth quarter, team!! 🏈📣How did we get here so fast?! It’s the Maverick mad dash to the end zone...Time to dig deep, hustle hard, and finish strong. The final buzzer’s in sight, and we’re going for the WIN! 🏆✏️ Let’s crush this home stretch like champions! #FinalCountdown #TeamSTEM

Sam Houston Elementary STEM PTO has extended the deadline for the fundraiser shirt orders! The shirt fundraiser has been extended until Tuesday, April 22nd. All online orders will end as of 11:59 pm and cash orders will end at the end of the school day. Thank you for supporting our school! Please see additional details below!

GAME Day!!! Grow And Master Expectations Time! 04/15/2025 Reading STAAR Grades 3-5 -3-5 students do not need backpacks( bottled water and snacks will be provided- no Stanley-type cups or metal water bottles) No robotics practice tomorrow Closed Campus the remainder of the week for testing and make-up tests- No deliveries, guests, or early check-outs please!! A letter from Livingston and tips to prepare for testing are attached!

4/13 STAAR Pep Rally - Tomorrow is our Annual STAAR Pep Rally at ETBU- ALL students will load buses to the pep rally around 8. Please have your students arrive on time tomorrow. Students who are tardy after the buses leave will have to remain on campus with staff until we return. - We have a fun morning planned with Special Guests from MHS & ETBU to pump our students up & get ready for GAME (Grow And Master Expectations) Day! - Students will be off campus from 8:15-10:45. There will be no checkouts during this time, please plan accordingly. - Lunch schedules will be normal for students - Join us to chalk the walk and leave your testing student a special message 4/13 4:00-5:00pm. - Reminder we are a closed campus this week due to STAAR testing. - Honor Choir has completed their after school practice for the year- no practice for the remainder of the year - No student deliveries or drop-offs. Please remember that you may not Door Dash to our campus for student lunch delivery. They will not be accepted for the safety of our students and staff. - If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Livingston, livingstonjb@marshallisd.com.

25-26 Incoming 6th Graders STEM Meeting at MJHS Cafeteria at 5:30pm April 9, 2025.

Our Maverick Men morning drop-off was a HUGE hit!! 👏❤️🤘 Don’t worry Maverick Moms & Ma’ams dates & sign ups are coming soon for you too!!🫶 We have three additional mornings for Maverick Men volunteers this school year. -- April 22, May 6, and May 20 -- If you are already an approved volunteer, sign up to help here! Sign up: https://sign-up-to-be-part-of-the-maverick-men.cheddarup.com All volunteers must be on the approved MISD Volunteer list. For more information visit https://www.marshallisd.com/page/community Complete your app and stay tuned for additional opportunities to volunteer this spring at SH STEM 🤩

A Message from SH STEM PTO Teacher Appreciation Week Sponsorship Opportunities 2025 Our favorite time of the year is nearly here. It's the week we get to say a HUGE "thank you" to all of the teachers and staff of Sam Houston for their diligent work with our children all year. It's Teacher Appreciation Week! Join us by donating any amount to be used for sweet and savory treats, gifts, and even meals throughout the week. Or, consider sponsoring a breakfast or lunch. Link to donate: https://teacher-appreciation-week-sponsor-copy.cheddarup.com Thank you for helping us make it the best week EVER!

Dear Parents and Guardians, We wanted to inform you as soon as possible that, due to the forecasted rain and thunderstorms tomorrow, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the kindergarten field trip to Caldwell Zoo on 04/04/2025. The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority, and we believe this is the best decision given the predicted weather conditions. We are working with Caldwell Zoo to reschedule the trip for a later date and will share that information with you as soon as it is confirmed. Additionally, we will inquire about any tickets parents or guardians have already purchased and provide further details once we have more information. Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to rescheduling the trip and providing the children with a wonderful experience once the weather is more favorable. Best regards, Jordyn Livingston Principal Sam Houston STEM Academy

April 2025 breakfast and lunch menus from Sam Houston STEM Academy are attached! Have a great day!

Good morning! Please see the attached fliers for more information on the MJHS Colorguard Camp for 3-5 students and Tryout information for current 5th Graders.

Don't forget tonight is Spirit Night at Golden Chick benefiting Sam Houston STEM Academy! Don't worry about cooking dinner and swing by from 4PM-8PM. Be sure to let them know you want to support Sam Houston Elementary and 20% of sales will be donated when you mention our schools name!

•Important Dates To Remember• 🍀 🌈March- April 2025 🌧️💐

Reminders for Monday 03/03/2025 Dr. Seuss Day - Read Across America Day: Dress up as your favorite Dr. Suess character. Breakfast: STUDENTS ONLY for 03/03/2025 - Green Eggs and Ham theme! National School Breakfast Week for parents and students begins Tuesday 03/04/2025. Morning Drop-Off 03/04-03/06/25 will be one line for all grades. If you are coming to eat breakfast with a student, you must park on Indian Springs Road and enter the East Gate on Indian Springs Road. The only breakfast entrance for guests will be at this location, you will follow the sidewalk to enter the building at the door at the top of the stairs near the cafe, exit will be the same. For questions please contact the front office or Mrs. Livingston, at livingstonjb@marshallisd.com. Enjoy the rest of this gorgeous Sunday and we will see you all tomorrow!

Tomorrow, February 26th, Marshall ISD students and staff are invited to wear a pink shirt in honor of MHS student Jhurnee Williams. Please continue to keep Jhurnee’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

SH STEM Reminders 2/23/25 2/27/25• Black History Month Program 1:30-2:30 pm 4th and 5th grade Honor Choir Performance-Parents are welcome, please do not park in the bus turn around, arrive at 1:15 to check. • The cafe has prepared a special menu for students to celebrate Black History Month on this day. We will send out those menu changes to parents via Thrill Share tomorrow, 2/24/25. 🧇 National School Breakfast Week 🥞 ❤️Texas 🤍Public 📚 Schools 📝 Week 💙 •03/03/25 - 03/07/25• Check for flyers in email or attached here ☀️ Spring Break 🌸 March 10-16 March 17 - Student holiday, Staff Professional Development Day It’s a great week to be a Maverick ❤️🤘🏽 See you all tomorrow!

On 2/13, Sam Houston students may wear a Valentine's Day themed, red, or Maverick shirt with jeans or uniform bottoms. 💌🤘🏽❤️

📣🚨❤️🤘🏽Sunday Weekly Reminders🤘🏽❤️🚨📣 •Kindess Week 2025• •2/10-2/12- Closed Campus for Common Assessment & Benchmark testing- No visitors, early checkouts, or deliveries •2/10- Spring Picture day- Free Dress •2/11- Math Benchmark Grades 3-5 •2/13- Class Valentine’s Day Parties 💌 Students only - Candy Gram & Valentine Mailbox delivery - Early Release 12:05 - Parent/Teacher Conferences •2/14- Student Holiday (No school) - Staff Professional Development •2/17- Presidents’ Day- Student & Staff Holiday (No School)