Principal's Post
Dear Charger Parents and Families, Last week was full of so many fun activities and we're so grateful for all the volunteers who made them possible! Homecoming Week What a fun Homecoming! Thank you to all the Charger parents and families who made it a success. It was so fun to see all the kids and parents having fun prior to the Homecoming football game. Thank you to Jean Lee and Kinsey Wall (8th), Wynne Erickson (7th) and Tricia Onufer (6th) for hosting the grade-specific tables at the tailgate and all the parents who participated and donated snacks and drinks. The kids had so much fun and we hope you did too! The Homecoming dance was amazing! Thank you to all the volunteers who made the dance a success. Special thanks to Jacky Collins, Lindsay Johnson Crow, Rebecca Grazier, Jean Lee, Jenny Moore, and Thuy Prumbol for setting up. We could not have done it without you! |
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The Charger Commitment Campaign
The Campaign was a resounding success! Thank you to everyone who generously supported POMS and to the Campaign Co-Chairs Francyne Davis Jacobs and Katie Wylie. Congrats to 6th and 7th grade who tied for most participation! POMS Color Run Nov 15
We are two weeks away from the Pin Oak's annual Color Run on Friday, November 15, and your student will not want to be left out! Please see below for Color Run volunteer and registration links. Color Run is a fun run style event where students can leave class to hang out, listen to music, visit the Kona Ice truck, run or walk around the track, and throw color on each other in the Post Run Color Party. High School Recruitment Fair Nov 4
Pin Oak will host a Houston ISD High School recruitment fair for 8th grade students only on Monday, November 4 from 10:30-11:30 am in the MPR. Representatives from area high schools within Houston ISD will be on hand to answer questions from students. No School Nov 8
There is no school for students on Friday, November 8 while our teachers attend professional development sessions. We'll see everyone back on Monday November 11! |
Connecting with you is important to us and we are here for you: |
| Register for POMS Color Run Nov 15 Pin Oak's annual Color Run returns on Friday, November 15, and your student will not want to be left out! Color Run is a fun run style event where students can leave class to hang out, listen to music, visit the Kona Ice truck, run or walk around the track, and throw color on each other in the Post Run Color Party. There are several options to participate: - Color Throwers ($50) throw color (included) on Runners/Walkers during the run. A t-shirt is included with registration. (Only 15 spots available per grade.)
- Runners/Walkers ($25) will run or walk 1 mile as Color Throwers bombard you with color. A t-shirt is included with registration.
- Spectators ($5) cheer on Runners/Walkers from the bleachers and can participate in the Post Run Color Party. A t-shirt is NOT included.
- After the run, join your friends in the middle of the field for a Post Run Color Party. Purchase color bags (sold separately for all participants) to throw on your friends. Your student must be a Color Thrower, Runner/Walker or Spectator to participate in the Post Run Color Party.
Tickets: Click here to purchase your ticket. Online sales end on Sunday, November 10. We will sell tickets during lunch the week of November 11 on Monday - Wednesday. Sponsor a Participant: If you'd like to make a donation to cover the cost of additional Pin Oak students to attend Color Run, please do so on the order form. Volunteers: We need parent volunteers to sell tickets at school and help support the event on November 15. All volunteers must be VIPS-approved. Contact POMS PTO Color Run Chairs, Lindsay Crow, Diana Dinnell, and Dana George for more information. |
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| Amazon Snack Cart Wish List The snack carts are on the roll! POMS volunteers will deliver snacks and treats to POMS teachers on Friday, Nov 8. We will have two additional snack cart deliveries before the December holiday break. Please help us purchase items for the carts on our Amazon Wish List. Items can be delivered directly to the school or you can purchase items locally. If purchased locally, please mark off the item on the Amazon List and bring your item(s) to the front office. |
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| Registration Open for GT Testing for 8th Grade Students Through Nov 8 Registration is open through Friday, November 8 for GT testing for 8th grade students not already identified as gifted and talented. See the flyer for more information. Register here or review the flyer for more information. |
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| Spirit Night at Raising's Cane's Nov 13 Join us for POMS Spirit Night at Raising Cane's, 5326 S Rice,Wed, November 13, from 4:00 - 9:00 pm. Raising Cane's will donate 15% of sales to POMS. Be sure to mention POMS at checkout so we receive credit for your purchase. Offer valid for dine in, carry out and drive-thru orders only (does not apply to online orders). |
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| POMS Boys Lacrosse Nov 13 Meet our new coaches, Hudson Bearden and Sean Tracey. Wed, November 13 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
4922 Heatherglen Dr (Nick and Wes Roberts' house) Bring your sticks and be ready to have fun. We will discuss fall clinics and spring season. Looking forward to another great year of lacrosse! For more information, contact Melanie Roberts. |
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| PTO General Meeting Nov 14 Thurs, November 14, 9:00 - 10:00 am Parents have two options to attend: If you plan to attend the meeting in person, please arrive 15-20 minutes ahead of time to check in at the front office with your driver license. |
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| Interest Meeting Nov 21: Let's go to Germany in Summer 2026 Join Ms. Hulbirt, who will lead your student abroad, as she reveals the next educational travel opportunity for POMS students - Germany in Summer 2026! Interest meeting
Thursday, November 21
5:45 pm in the POMS Cafeteria Register for the meeting to learn more about the trip through EF Tours and qualify for a $200 tour scholarship. Please email Ms. Shelly Hulbirt, POMS 7th grade Texas history teacher, with any questions. |
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| Let's Go to Italy in Summer 2025! Join me as we travel to Italy this summer with EF Tours. Preview our trip page here. These are fun trips with a middle school focus - we will even have a Gladiator School experience. Think of all the pizza, pasta and gelato you can eat. Come with us! Please email Ms. Hulbirt, POMS 7th grade Texas history teacher with any questions. |
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| New Items at the School Store The school store is open for students to shop during lunch. You can also shop the school store online. You will be notified when your online order is ready and your student may pick up the items during lunch. Want to volunteer at the store? Please sign up for the group (A or B)/day(s) that works best for you. Shifts are every other week. All volunteers are required to be VIPS approved. Contact Jean Lee or Thuy Promubol for questions. |
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| 8th Grade Yearbook Recognition Ads Would you like to recognize the accomplishments of your 8th grader in the Pin Oak Yearbook? We are selling recognition ads to be placed on the back pages. It's easy to make an ad. A template is provided for your photos and caption. Purchase your ad before January 31, 2025. |
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| POMS Fanwear Online Shop Open Exciting news for all Pin Oak Chargers fans! The official Pin Oak Chargers Fanwear online shop is open for a limited time. Get ready to gear up in style and show your team spirit. Hurry, the shop will only be open until Thursday, November 7, so don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to get your hands on some awesome Chargers fanwear. Let's show our Charger pride together! 💙 |
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| POMS Magnet Tours Parents interested in learning more about our outstanding programs are invited to one of our guided tours. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore all that Pin Oak has to offer - secure your spot today. *All slots are full at this time, but a waitlist is available for each date. |
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High School Tours and News |
| Bellaire High School's Three Penny Press Middle School Journalism Workshop Nov 16 The workshop will cover journalistic writing, photography, and broadcast through hands-on, hour-long lessons and activities. Students will use real equipment that journalists use such as cameras, microphones, Adobe editing products, and more! Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the workshop. Register here.Space is limited to the first 100 registrants. Sat, November 16
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Bellaire High School, 5100 Maple Street $20 at the door (cash or check payable to Bellaire High School)
*Snacks provided, but students are encouraged to pack a lunch. Contact Three Penny Press advisor Lillian Harris for more information. |
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| HAIS Phoenix Fest Nov 16 The Houston Academy for International Studies - a magnet early college high school in HISD - invites 8th graders to learn all about the school at its Phoenix Fest. Saturday, November 16
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
1810 Stuart St, Houston, 77004 Learn more here. |
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| Calling POMS Parent Photographers
With so many exciting events happening at Pin Oak, we are not always able to have a student photographer present to take photos. If you attend a POMS event and take photos, please share your best images with us so we can include them in our yearbook. Thanks!
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| Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
Do you know a business who is looking for corporate sponsorship opportunities?
Pin Oak offers a variety of sponsorship levels and benefits, including school-wide newsletter and website recognition, banner display in a prominent location on campus, and much more. By partnering with businesses in our community, we raise funds for teacher, student, classroom and technology support, curriculum enrichment, staff appreciation, and facility enhancements. Contact Adriana Cune, VP of Sponsorship, for more details. |
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We Appreciate Our Corporate Sponsors & Community Partners |
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