Originally delivered on 1/15/2025 5:34 pm

SUBJECT: Paw Prints: January 15

January 15th 2025
Upcoming Events

No School January 20 MLK Day 

100th Day of School - January 28th 

100 Days of School

Dear Parents,

We are excited to announce that our school will be celebrating the 100th day of school on January 28th.  To make this day extra special, we are inviting all students to dress up as if they were 100 years old.

Event Details:

  • Date: January 28th
  • Theme: Dress like a 100-year-old

Costume Ideas:

To help your child get into the spirit of the day, here are some costume suggestions:

  • For Girls: Sweaters, shawls, long skirts, glasses, and costume jewelry.
  • For Boys: Sweater vests, blazers, suspenders, bow ties, and hats.

Feel free to get creative with your child's outfit! We encourage you to use items you already have at home.

We look forward to celebrating this special day with our students and making it a memorable experience for everyone!

Thank you for your support.

 

Arrival & Dismissal Reminders

School begins at 7:30 a.m. Students arriving after 7:40 a.m. are considered tardy. Students arriving after 9:00 a.m., without a doctor's excuse, will be marked absent.

Arrival: Only PreK, SPED, and Safety Patrol students are permitted to use the bus lane for drop-off. A big thank you to Ms. Calix for doing a wonderful job each morning!

Dismissal: Please ensure you are using the crosswalks and following the directions of our crossing guards. Safety first!

Let's work together to ensure a smooth and safe arrival and dismissal process for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation!

Spring Pictures

Spring pictures will take place on February 4th. Students are to wear their Bush Elementary uniform. Please use the link below to order photos. Thank you! 

Picture Link 

Cool Temperature Dress Code Reminders

Now that cooler weather is finally in Houston, students need to continue to follow our dress code guidelines. Please review the highlights shown below from our Dress Code in the Bush Uniform Policy.

All items worn in the building must follow our dress code colors stated in our dress code policy.

Sweaters

Solid colored sweaters

Solid Khaki, navy, red, white

Solid colors with no embroidery.

Jackets worn in the classroom

Jacket, sweater, or sweatshirts Solid red, white, or navy

Official Bush logo fleece jackets are permitted.

Tights, leggings, and Pants

Tights, leggings, pants worn under skirts, shorts, or jumpers

Solid red, white, navy, blue denim or khaki

Leggings are permitted only under skirts, shorts, or jumpers, and cannot be worn by themselves as pants.


UIL Information

UIL parents your child  will be taking a group picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, January 22. Students can wear a Bush spirit shirt and uniform pants. Thank you!

Hazel Health

New Virtual Physical and Mental Health Services with Hazel Health

HISD has launched a new virtual health services program with Hazel Health. With Hazel Health, HISD students can speak with a licensed therapist or a medical provider from home or at school. Hazel Health offers scheduled appointments with licensed therapists and on-demand access to medical providers. For more information, please visit the following pages. Whether you choose to participate or decline, we ask all parents to complete a selection on the online forms. Every response is valuable and helps us plan effectively for our school community. Thank you for taking a moment to provide your response!

Nuah K. turned 9 years old on January 7th and is a 3rd grader in Ms. Hodge's class.

Mojolaoluwa E. turned 10 years old on January 13th and is a 4th grader in Ms. Carter's class. 

Zamir S. turns 7 years old on January 18th and is a 1st grader in Ms. Bishop's class. 

Ethan N. turns 10 years old on January 18th and is a 4th grader in Mr. Dancer's class.

Stella K. turns 10 years old on January 19th and is a 4th grader in Ms. Garza's class.

PTO News
School Store Snacks

School store will be selling snacks (chips, cookies, crackers) at dismissal on Friday, January 17th and 24th.

Family Yoga Bush Style

Saturday, January 25

10am -12pm

Tickets are $1 for entry


Come out and bring the whole family and get your Yoga on! Learn more at www.BBEpto.com

5th Grade

Last day to pay for 5th grade field trip is TODAY January 15, 2025.  

Spirit Events at Chick Fil A and Taco Connection

Support our local businesses and our school at the same time!  Dine at one of these businesses and mention Barbara Bush when you order, and our PTO will receive a portion of the sales as a donation! 


Saturday, January 25

Chick- fil-A on Eldridge, near Kroger


TACO TUESDAY!  

Tuesday, January 18

Taco Connection on Eldridge, near Jersey Mikes and Nom Nom Noodles

Donation Drive

With your generous contributions, the PTO has been able to invest in the Nature Center, upgrade the PreK/Kinder playground, remodel the library, modernize the teachers' lounge, to name a few. 

Our donation drive continues to run until February 28th, our goal is to reach $10,000. 


Link to donate Barbara Bush Elementary PTO - Annual Donation Drive

Yearbook Photos

If you have any photos of your students this week in their Holiday Spirit Wear, please send those in for the yearbook to bushptoyearbook@gmail.com. Please include the student(s) grade level and the event.  

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