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SUBJECT: DeBakey PTO Newsletter - March 16, 2025 [copy]

DeBakey PTO

DeBakey PTO Newsletter

March 24, 2025



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Test Prep

In This Issue


  • Coming Up:

    • March Madness is here!  Go Coogs!
    • PTO Meeting (Virtual) tomorrow, March 25!
    • Testing ahead:
      • April 2 - SAT
        April 10 - STAAR - ELA I
        April 15 - STAAR - ELA II
        April 16 - STAAR - US History
        April 23 - STAAR - Biology
        April 29 - STAAR - Algebra I

MARK YOUR CALENDAR for PTO meetings
PTO MEETINGS 2024-2025!

Join us to learn more about what the PTO is doing to help our school and get involved! All meetings will be at 6:30 pm.

  • March 25 virtual
  • April 8 in person
  • May 13 virtual
Excellence in Leadership!

Congratulations Principal Herrera!


In recognition of Student Achievement.

Maintained "A" Status.

Central Division.

The Week Ahead!
  • Monday, March 24 (C Day)
    • 11:00 am -  Emerge, room 148.1
    • 3:30 pm - STUCO
    • 5:30 pm - Volleyball Game Girls (gym)
  • Tuesday, March 25 (A Day)
  • Wednesday, March 26 (B Day)
    • 4:00 pm - March Concert
    • 5:30 pm - Volleyball Game Boys (gym)
  • Thursday, March 27 (A Day)
    • 3:30 pm - Pickleball
    • 4:30 pm - Volleyball Practice boys
  • Friday, March 28 (B Day)
Cycle 4 Progress Reports coming soon!

Last Friday was the last day to submit assignments for the Cycle 4 Progress Report, which will be sent home next Tuesday! But parents, you don't have to wait until then to sneak a peek at those grades. Hop on over to PSConnect and check those grades now.  There are only 18 days left for students to bring up their grade before the close of cycle 4. If students' grades aren't at least a 70 in a class, they may be assigned to Mid-Day Tutorials to get them back on track. Mid-Day Tutorials run Tuesday through Friday, and attendance is mandatory. Students must report to their assigned tutorial or study hall session, as failure to attend may result in detention. Students should check Canvas for their tutorial or study hall assignments. Parents may also receive notifications if their student does not attend their scheduled session.

 

Let’s finish strong for Cycle 4!



Contacts and Resources:

Mr. Herrera, Principal

Ms. Niaves, registrar or Your child's teacher for specific grades

Tests are coming up!!!

Another reminder to parents and students that testing season is right around the corner, keep your eye on the prize.

SAT – is 7 school days away.

STAAR – exams start in 2 weeks

AP Exams – less than 2 months

Now’s not the time to hit cruise control—keep the momentum going! Stay focused so you can finish strong!

Contacts and Resources:

Ms. Rodriguez, Teacher Specialist & Instructional Technologist

For information about testing:

Dean Shargey, Dean of Instruction

Laptop Audits are here!

Students we continue with Laptop Audits this Monday during your homeroom. This audit is to make sure that your devices will access the required testing platforms. You will not be allowed to use your personal devices for testing as there are rules against that. Make sure you bring your HISD device. As a reminder, all students are issued an HISD Chromebook to access district services and instructional materials. Students are required to charge their Chromebooks each night and bring them to school daily, eliminating the need for personal laptops in the classroom. It is not acceptable for students to use their personal devices in place of their HISD Chromebook. Students, please leave your personal laptops and tablets at home.

We ask that parents be mindful of this and help us ensure students are using their HISD Chromebooks appropriately and staying focused on instructional activities.


Contacts and Resources:

Ms. Rodriguez, Teacher Specialist & Instructional Technologist

Mr. Rosales, Customer Service Representative

Available before/after school or during student's assigned lunch.

 

Having tech issues during class or after hours? Complete this form.

Start to think about Prom!

Seniors, there is an assembly on Tuesday during your study hall/tutorials. All students will report to the gym for a review of Prom expectations. Prom Guest forms will be made available and nominations for Prom King and Queen will begin on that day. 

Contacts and Resources:

Ms. Alexander - Assistant Principal, Student's last name A-L

Ms. Tapia - Assistant Principal, Student's last name M-Z

No After School Activities on Tuesday

We have a faculty meeting after school on Tuesday, March 25th, therefore all after school tutorials and activities are cancelled. Students are expected to exit the building by 3:40 pm as teachers will NOT be available to supervise for after school activities. Please plan accordingly. 


Contacts and Resources:

Mr. Herrera, Principal

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT!

Carmen Ramirez received the Eagle Rank Award, which is the highest rank attainable in Scouting BSA. It is a symbol of a Scout's leadership skills, dedication, and community service. Congratulations on your achievement!

ATTENTION STUDENTS!!!
VIPER ATHLETICS
Soccer Schedule
DeBakey Running Club
Class of 2025!!!

THE CLASS OF 2025 FEES/DUES ARE $350.00 AT THIS TIME DUE TO THE RISE IN COST OF LIVING .  THE FEES WILL INCLUDE GRADUATION EXPENSES SUCH AS CAPS & GOWNS, DIPLOMA COVERS, STOLES AND PERHAPS THE GRADUATE PROM TICKET.  CLASS OF 2025 FIELD TRIP EXPENSE MAY BE AN EXTRA COST. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT MRS. ROHINI VARGHESE, RVARGHES@HOUSTONISD.ORG     

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Pay Class Dues here!

Class of 2026!!!

THE CLASS OF 2026 DUES ($350) CAN BE PAID IN PAYMENTS AS LOW AS $25 ON SCHOOL PAY. DON'T MISS OUT ON ANY IMPORTANT EVENTS NEXT YEAR! MAKE A PAYMENT TODAY.

REFER ANY QUESTIONS TO DR. BIELAMOWICZ: MBIELAMO@HOUSTONISD.ORG     

Pay Class Dues here!

Uniforms and Scrubs
From the Counselor's Corner

https://www.debakeypto.org/counselorscorner

Teacher Appreciation

Please help us stock our teacher and staff lounges to keep them energized and motivated!  


Click here to help!


Reminder: Student Volunteer Requirements

REMINDER:  Every DeBakey student must have at least 100 community service to graduate with a DeBakey diploma.

Remember, colleges look at the community service and how you give back to your community when choosing a candidate to accept into their school. The summer time is a great chance to get caught up and to give back to the community.

Guidelines for Community Service Hours >>

Volunteer Opportunities in Houston >>

Time to Renew Your VIPS application!

Parents and Guardians, it's that time of year! Even if you have been VIPS approved in the past, you must renew your application and be approved each year. You must be VIPS approved to volunteer in any capacity at any HISD school. Please apply now so you are ready when the volunteer opportunity arises!

Register for VIPS approval here!

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