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SUBJECT: The Front Page - April 29, 2025

APRIL 29, 2025 | ISSUE 34 | PTO | CONTACT

Congratulations to the Cool Chicks, who claimed victory over the Hot Mamas 6–2 in the 2025 Moms' Kickball, Kolaches, and Coffee game Apr. 27.

IN THIS ISSUE

NWEA testing schedule for K–5, May 20–23
Portfolio picnic for all students May 21–23, RSVP by May 19
Torchy's Spirit Night tonight, Tuesday, Apr. 29
No school Friday, May 2
Spring photo retakes May 6
PTO meeting Friday, May 9: budget discussions included
Drop Everything And Read book review contest—submit by May 15
Fifth Grade Deck architecture award
Roberts Carnival rescheduled for Sunday, May 18
Volunteer as a 2025–2026 PTO Committee Chair
Register for the Mustang Rally May 1; last day to sign up Apr. 30
Yearbooks available to order (code 1014763033911424)
iKids summer camp and 2025–2026 aftercare
Roberts Elementary tours for families of prospective K–5th students
Bellaire Belles dance clinic Saturday, May 31

END OF YEAR NWEA TESTING MAY 20–23

Students in kindergarten through 5th grade will take end of year NWEA tests as following.
Kindergarten: math NWEA only, May 20–21

1st grade: math NWEA only, May 22–23

2nd–5th grades will be tested in math, reading, and science:

Math NWEA, May 20

Reading NWEA, May 21

Science NWEA, May 22

PORTFOLIO PICNIC MAY 21–23

Roberts' annual IB Portfolio Picnic offers a chance for students to share their IB portfolios and reflections on the school year with parents and loved ones. Please make a date with your child and bring a picnic lunch and blanket to share to the front lawn of Roberts. This is a special opportunity for parents and their children to review the students' IB portfolios. We are hoping every parent will be able to attend this very special event! The Portfolio Picnic will take place during a special lunch schedule on May 21, 22, and 23. We are also offering one evening Portfolio Picnic on Thursday, May 22 from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. If you have multiple children, we encourage you to attend the evening picnic!
All parents must RSVP by Monday, May 19.

TORCHY'S SPIRIT NIGHT TUESDAY, APR. 29

Every last Tuesday of the month is Torchy's Tacos Tuesday! Join us from 4–8 p.m. at the Rice Village location on Times Blvd. Mention Roberts Spirit Night at pickup and Torchy's will donate 15% back on dine-in, takeout, and online orders (no delivery).

SPRING PHOTO RETAKES TUESDAY, MAY 6

Lifetouch Photography will return to campus on Tuesday, May 6, to photograph any students who missed the original Picture Day, are new to school, or need to retake their photo. If your child needs a retake, please fill out this form to ensure they are pulled for pictures on May 6. If you ordered photo prints, you will need to return the first set to receive retakes.

PTO MEETING FRIDAY, MAY 9, 8 A.M.

Please join us for a PTO meeting Friday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at the Roberts Cafeteria. Bring a valid ID to check in at the front desk. All families of Roberts students are members of the PTO—no dues are required.

Attend online: https://zoom.us/j/92265651797?pwd=VFc4NE5QcW0yckk2TFQ5MmZ0ODdXUT09

Meeting ID: 922 6565 1797
Passcode: 19qcg8

PTO meetings are scheduled for the first Friday of the month, unless there is a school holiday.

Per Article 9.7 of the PTO bylaws, the proposed 2025–2026 budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025 is available at reception to review and will be voted on at the May 9 PTO meeting. Please direct any questions to budget@robertspto.org.

DROP EVERYTHING AND READ BOOK REVIEW CONTEST MAY 15

The 2025 international DEAR day challenges RE K–5th grade students and their families to unplug from devices and get lost in a book. Students who review their book(s) can earn prizes or a party, and see their review published! Complete the Book Review Contest form by May 15 to enter.

Congratulations to 5th Grade Deck designer Kristin Schuster and Inflection Architecture for their Texas Society of Architects’ 2025 Design Award for our project! Inflection Architecture also designed our recently remodeled library and is one of our valued corporate sponsors. Read the full article.

ROBERTS CARNIVAL SUNDAY, MAY 18

The Roberts Carnival has been rescheduled to Sunday, May 18, noon to 4 p.m.

Order your wristbands and tickets today and skip the line at the carnival! Wristbands and tickets will be placed in Tuesday folders the Tuesday before carnival.

Parent volunteers needed—sign up here!

Interested in setting up a table at the Roberts Carnival Marketplace? Make a donation and reserve your space.

This year's carnival art design was was drawn by Anqing and the slogan was written by Winnie L.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS NEEDED 2025–2026

MISSING: PTO Committee Chairs for 2025–2026. Most committees already have 1–2 chairs but seek another co-chair. Please browse through the descriptions and sign up for more information. Contact volunteer@RobertsPTO.org.

Last day to register for Mustang Rally is Apr. 30! You do NOT need to be a part of the running club to participate in this event. Click for further details and to register. We are also seeking VIPS-approved volunteers to sign up for a volunteer slots.

YEARBOOKS AVAILABLE TO ORDER

Roberts 2024–2025 yearbooks are available from Treering with code 1014763033911424. Order before May 1 to customize your yearbook with two pages of your own photos and memories.

iKids AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPEN

iKids after school program registration applications for new students are now being processed! If you are a returning student, as a reminder, please register soon to secure your placement and preferred schedule.

Enrollment is online. For current students, you may use the NO-REG-FEE-2025 to waive the registration fee until June 1, 2025. This code is not eligible for Summer Camp.

Please contact us at support@ikidsinc.com or 713-665-5200 if you have any questions. Spaces are limited so register early to secure your spot for next school year.

ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TOURS FOR K–5TH GRADE STUDENTS

Roberts Elementary is hosting a final school tour for prospective K–5 students Friday, May 16. The tour will run from 9–10 a.m.; all participants must check in with valid ID by 8:55 a.m.

BELLAIRE BELLES DANCE CLINIC MAY 31

Join the Bellaire Belles dance team on for a day of fun at Bellaire High School Gym Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. Learn a pom, hip-hop, or advanced dance routine to perform for family and friends at the end of the clinic! No dance experience is required. Cost is $40 in advance and $45 at the door. All money raised will help the Bellaire Belles pay for uniforms, camps, and spring competitions. See more info or register here—be sure to put a Roberts alum or sibling name for the referral.

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