MAY 14, 2024 | ISSUE 33 | PTO | CONTACT

• From the principal: end-of-year testing, dues, and planning
• 2024–2025 student enrollment open. Currently enrolled Roberts students need not apply; enrollment will automatically roll over. 
• Teacher of the Week: Ms. Couvillon (2nd)
• 5th grade IB Exhibition May 15, 6:00 p.m.
• Parents RSVP: IB Portfolio Picnics, May 20–23
• 2nd and 4th grade Art Show, May 16: sign up to volunteer
• Summer safety course May 23 5:30 p.m.: swimming, internet, and child ID
• Seeking 2024–25 committee chair volunteers!
• 5th graders enter Juice Box Challenge to help address summer hunger
• Pershing swim tryouts May 14, 15 for incoming 6th graders
• Cub Scouts Pack 505 Memorial Day ceremony
• iKids 2024–25 onsite after-school care registration
• HISD Wraparound Services can provide food, clothing, and school supplies

Attendance and District Testing

A gentle reminder that we have 16 days left in this school year. Every day matters and counts. Please make every effort to have your child attend school daily and arrive on time. School begins at 7:30 a.m. 

All students K–5 will participate in the final round of NWEA testing May 28–31. Please keep in mind that May 28 is the day after Memorial Day. Make sure that your child is rested and ready to test upon return from the holiday.

Café and Library Dues

All library books are due the week of May 13–17 as we prepare for the upcoming library renovation. Please ensure that your child returns his/her library book this week.   

Notices for lost library books and café balances have gone home. These fees need to be paid as soon as possible. Final report cards will be held until all library and café balances are paid.

Sibling Registration for the 2024–25 School Year

For all NEW students needing to enroll into Roberts, please see our Registration Steps. Seats are limited, so register as soon as possible!

Currently enrolled Roberts students need not apply—enrollment will automatically roll over.

Order 2024–25 School Supplies

We are planning for the upcoming school year, and our pre-packaged school supplies are ready for purchase!  Order your kit to be delivered directly to your student’s classroom next fall.

I am Alexandra Couvillon and this is my first year at Roberts Elementary as a teacher! I did go to school here K–5th and it is so awesome to be back. I went to Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas and graduated with my B.S. in Elementary Education EC-6. When I am not in the classroom you can always find me at a Texas State baseball game, taking my dog for walks, watching classic movies or spending time with my family. I really appreciate all the support and kindness I have gotten since starting here, it means a lot to me! 

IB Portfolio Picnics May 20–23 allow 1st–5th grade students to share their IB portfolios and reflections on the school year with parents and guardians. Please make a date with your child and bring a blanket and a picnic meal to share to the front lawn of Roberts. Lunch picnics take place May 20–22 over your child's lunch block (see below). The evening Portfolio Picnic will be Thursday, May 23 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. If you have multiple children, we encourage you to attend the evening picnic! 

This is a special opportunity for parents and their children to eat together and appreciate the students' growth. We are hoping every parent will be able to attend! Parents must RSVP by Friday, May 17at 12 noon. 

If you have a kindergartener, RSVP to attend the separate kindergarten Portfolio Picnic Thursday, May 30. 

For questions, please reach out to Ms. Tran at Kristina.tran@houstonisd.org.

Please join us to honor the 2nd and 4th grade students at the annual Art Show Thursday, May 16, from 6–7:30 p.m. Come view the gallery of student artwork created throughout the year. Many volunteers are needed on May 16 and 17 to help prep the event and break down the next day. Let's support Mrs. Jenkins at her last Roberts art show. Please sign up for a shift (must be VIPS approved).

Our team of 5th grade students from Roberts Elementary School is competing to win the coveted Juice Box Challenge Champion trophy! To donate visit our online portal.

Introducing iKids U at Roberts Elementary School for the 2024–25 school year! iKids U is an on-site, all-inclusive, and customizable after-school program. Students will have the opportunity to select an optional “enrichment” activity, one-on-one instruction, or just “stay and play” with friends. iKids U offers a variety of after-school selections from 1 to 5 days per week with part-time and full-time options. There is something for every child, including Art, Robotics, Science, Sports and more! Registration is now open.

For more information, please visit www.ikidsinc.com, call 713-665-5200 or email support@ikidsinc.com. We look forward to seeing you after school in iKids U! 

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