MAY 26, 2026 | ISSUE 38 | PTO | CONTACT

Kindergarten students and their families celebrate a year of learning and growth during the annual IB Portfolio Picnic.

• HISD calendar updates, first day of school August 10
• Yearbook orders still available
• Volunteer over the summer at Roberts
• Transportation survey for 2026-2027 school year
• Purchase next year's school supplies, deadline July 1
• 2026-2027 iKids registration open
• Chess Club openings for fall
• G/T testing interest form for fall 2026
• Summer soccer clinics with Coach Montoya
• Family fun Fridays at the playground have returned

The HISD School Board has approved updates to the 2026-2027 academic calendar. The first day of school for the 26-27 school year is Monday, August 10th 2026 and the last day of school will be Friday, May 28th 2027.

Please plan your summer travels accordingly as all students need to be present on the first day of school!

It's not too late to order your 2025-2026 Roberts Yearbook! School passcode can be found on the flier below and yearbook will be shipped to your home address.

We are looking for helpers to assist with work on the cafeteria stage lighting at Roberts Elementary this summer. No technical experience or special skills are required, just a willingness to lend a hand! Project dates are still being finalized (TBD).

If you’re interested or would like more information, please contact Craig at craig@rosstechnologygroup.com.

If your student is on an approved IB transfer and will need bus transportation next year, this message is for you. The district has launched the HISD Transportation Request Survey for the 2026-2027 school year. Please read the important information below, then click the link to complete your transportation request.

• Complete the survey for each child you want to request transportation.
• Even if your student was assigned a bus route or METRO card for 2025-2026, the survey request must be completed again for 2026-2027.
• Completing this survey will allow the HISD Transportation Department to determine your child’s eligibility for bus/METRO service. Transportation services will be provided only to students who are eligible. Eligibility notifications will be sent via ParentSquare during the summer.
• Bus stops for eligible students attending their zoned school will be within 2 miles of a student’s home address.
• Bus stops for eligible students attending a school of choice will be established to minimize student ride times on the bus. Most students will be assigned a bus stop within 3 miles of their home address, but some students will have bus stops that are farther than three miles to ensure shorter transport times.

The priority deadline for requesting transportation is June 4! Click here to access the survey. If you have questions about the 2026-2027 HISD Transportation Survey, please contact HISD Transportation via the Transportation Support Form.

Order your school supplies for the 2026-2027 school year today! The easiest way to order the exact supplies our teachers have requested for next year. No searching multiple stores, no guessing brands, no wondering if you selected the right item. In a few clicks, you can check school supplies off your to-do list.

The Roberts school supplies fairies will deliver everything directly to your child's classroom and ready for the first day of school in August. Click here to place your order today!

Registration is open for the 2026 – 2027 School Year! Enroll now to secure your student's spot and preferred schedule! iKids U offers a variety of after-school opportunities onsite at Roberts Elementary- including Stay & Play, Enrichment, and One on One services. Customize your child’s after-school schedule with part-time and full-time options anywhere from one to five days per week.

View the registration flyer and click here to register for iKids at RES After School. Please contact iKids via phone at 713-665-5200 or via email at support@ikidsinc.com with any questions. Visit www.ikidsinc.com for more information.

Ready to jump into the Roberts Chess Club? Here's your chance! Taught by National Master Justin Gardner and Coach Kacey, spots are now open for the Fall Session for rising 1st through 5th graders.

Beginners Class (this is for students that are completely new to chess and do not know the names of the pieces or how anything moves)

• A 15-week long (30 classes) chess course on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00-4:15PM
• August 17th/19th – December 16th/18th
• Beginners Group Taught by Coach Kacey

Novice/Intermediate/Advanced Class

• A 16-week long (32 classes) chess course on Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00-4:15PM, with optional Tournament Class from 4:15-5:15PM
• August 18th/20th – December 15th/17th
• Novice Group Taught by Coach Kacey, Intermediate/Advanced Taught by Coach Justin
  
  

See complete details and sign up here: https://hot-chess.com/roberts/

Gifted and Talented Testing is available for students currently enrolled in Kinder-12th grades and those entering Kindergarten 2027-2028 (entering Kindergarten 2027-2028 students’ birthdates must be between 9/2/2021 – 9/1/2022). Complete the interest form to receive a link to register for the Fall G/T testing.

Please note this is NOT a request for G/T testing. The G/T Testing request will shared once available and more information regarding G/T testing will be sent to the e-mail address provided in the form.

Soccer skills clinics are returning this summer with Coach Montoya! These sessions will focus on speed, technique, agility, strength, and a deeper understanding of the game. Each session is customized to the child’s skill level, with the goal for them to have fun while also learning and improving their soccer abilities.

The clinics are open to all, participants do not need to attend Roberts. All necessary equipment will be provided; athletes only need to bring their own water. Participants will be grouped by age for small-group sessions.

The program will begin the week of June 9th and run through July 30th at Roberts Elementary Soccer Field (attendance at all sessions isn't required). Scan the QR code or click the flier below for more information and to complete registration!

Every Friday, the playground is open following dismissal! Join other Roberts families to hang out and get to know one another.

Please note:

• Parents must pick up their student(s) and take them to playground area.
• There is no access to the main building for restrooms or water.
• If you bring snacks, please make sure you take all trash with you or place in the trash cans.
• Do not park on School Street until the carpool line clears around 3:30PM!