NOVEMBER 5, 2024 | ISSUE 13 | PTO | CONTACT

Eat at Common Bond any Tuesday throughout the month of November and mention Roberts Elementary to support 5th-grade fundraising!

IN THIS ISSUE

Staff Member of the Week: Ilene Levy, Math Interventionist
No school for students Friday, Nov. 8
No running club or math club meetings Nov. 8
November Tuesdays at Common Bond: mention Roberts to raise money for 5th grade
Family Fun Fridays at Roberts playground
Surplus Halloween Candy? Donate it to the RE Staff Lounge
HISD partnership offers telehealthcare appointments for students
PADRES softball registration open
RE Auction and Gala early-bird tickets on sale
School Choice timeline: applications open Dec. 10
Roberts Elementary Tours for K–5th
Middle school tours Oct. 10–Feb. 6
Lanier hosts Junior Dance Clinic Nov. 16
Fundraise for Roberts with Minted cards
Texas Family Literacy Festival Nov. 9

STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK: Ilene Levy, Math Interventionist

Hello Roberts community! I am so proud to be a member of this community. As most know, I am a die-hard Boston sports fan. I hold a BA in education and an MEd in Autism Spectrum Disorders. My true enjoyment is, of course, working with kids. I am also a safta (grandmother) to my amazing soon-to-be one-year-old Rose, and mom to a UT Longhorn graduate, Joseph! Before I found my way to Roberts I worked at TH Rogers, retiring from teaching there in 2011. I did some traveling and then decided I missed teaching! Roberts has given me so much joy and support always. I am proud to call this place home.

NO SCHOOL OR CLUB MEETINGS NOV. 8

No classes will be held at Roberts on Friday, Nov. 8. There will also be no running club practice or math club meeting.

COMMON BOND FUNDRAISER TUESDAYS

Each Tuesday in November, mention Roberts Elementary when you buy from Common Bond at 2278 W. Holcombe Blvd. and Roberts will receive a share of the price! Donations will support the 5th grade class fund.

FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS AT ROBERTS PLAYGROUND

The Roberts playground is open every Friday following dismissal for families to connect with one another!

Please keep in mind that the building is not available for restroom needs; iKids will still be holding the after-school care program inside. All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

SURPLUS HALLOWEEN CANDY? DONATE IT TO THE STAFF LOUNGE CANDY JAR

Donate candy and treats to help us fill the staff lounge candy jar!

Whether you have candy and treats laying around the house or are willing to pick up a bag or two at the store, you can drop off candy/treat donation at Reception or have your child give it to their teacher.

Past donations have been a huge hit for our Roberts staff and faculty!

HISD has partnered with a third party to provide telehealthcare to students.

HISD PARTNERSHIP FOR STUDENT TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS

HISD has partnered with Hazel Health to offer telehealth appointments for students at no out-of-pocket cost to families (insurance will be billed where available).

UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS

PADRES SOFTBALL REGISTRATION OPEN

The Roberts Dad's Softball Tournament will take place Sunday, Dec. 8, at Reckling Field, noon–6 p.m. Register to join a team—there are only 48 spots across the four teams, and when they are gone, they're truly gone. So check your calendar and book your spot now.

RE AUCTION AND GALA TICKETS ON SALE

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the Roberts Elementary Auction and Gala. Book now for the best pricing!

We are also still seeking party hosts and donations! Contact auction@robertspto.org for more info.

ROBERTS WINTER FESTIVAL DEC. 13

Roberts' community winter festival takes place Dec. 13. Save the date, sign up to host a table, or volunteer to help bring it together! volunteer@robertspto.org

SCHOOL CHOICE TOURS AND DEADLINES

Roberts Elementary School Tours for K–5th Grade Students

Roberts Elementary is hosting school tours for prospective K–5 students. Tours run from 9–10 a.m.; all participants must check in with valid ID by 8:55 a.m.

Tour Dates:

Fri, Nov. 15
Fri, Dec. 13
Fri, Jan. 17
Fri, Feb. 21
Fri, Mar. 21
Fri, Apr. 11
Fri, May. 16

MIDDLE SCHOOL TOURS

Attention all 5th grade families: Houston ISD Magnet Tours have begun! Middle schools across the district will hold weekly informational sessions and usually site tours for interested students and their families at 1 p.m. every Thursday between Oct. 10 and Feb. 6. This is a great way to learn more about a campus while school is in session. The School Choice Phase 1 Application Deadline is Dec. 10.

Pin Oak Middle School, HISD's premiere foreign language magnet middle school, is pleased to announce our 2025–2026 tour dates! Parents interested in learning more about our outstanding programs are invited to join us for one of our guided tours, lasting approximately 45 minutes. Due to limited space, pre-registration is required, and each tour will accommodate only 50 participants. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore all that Pin Oak has to offer—secure your spot today!

TOUR PERSHING FINE ARTS MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL

Interested parents should sign up for Pershing magnet tours. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start so that you may sign in with the school. Parking is available in front of the school on Blue Bonnet or in our Stella Link parking lot. Please enter the school through the main entrance on Blue Bonnet.

FUNDRAISE AND SAVE HOLIDAY CARDS

Minted holiday cards offer a discount and fundraising donation to the Roberts PTO if you use the code FUNDRAISEROBERTSPTO when buying.

TEXAS FAMILY LITERACY FEST NOV. 9

It's that time of year again when Texas families meet up at the Lit with Families Texas Family Literacy Festival. Journey to Discovery Green Nov. 9 for alphabetastic bliss at the haven just for families! Come and enjoy
- Meeting authors
- Free books
- Fun and yummy vendors
- Great performances
- STEM joy
- Facepainting and more!
Want to compete in the Bluebonnet Book Brawl, a family-feud-style, name-that-book contest? See flier for more info!
Tickets free w/ Eventbrite registration.