April 27, 2025

Principal's Post

Dear Charger Parents and Families,

STAAR Testing on Tuesday, April 29:
All students will take the STAAR Math/Algebra Assessment on Tuesday, April 29. Please ensure your child gets a good night’s rest and arrives to school on time with a fully charged device.

Remember there will be no lunch drop-offs during STAAR testing days.
Please avoid parent pickups during testing hours until after the testing is finished.
After testing, we will transition back to our modified block schedule and instruction will resume. We need students to remain on campus until the end of the school day.

There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 2 as teachers have a professional development day.

Thank you to everyone who attended Charger Fest on Saturday! It was a HUGE success and wouldn't have been possible without the help and support of all of YOU!

We would like to thank the MANY parents, teachers, and student volunteers who gave their time to work wherever we needed them, supervising games and inflatables, cleaning up, or donating food and drinks to make Charger Fest a success. We could not have done it without you!

Thank you to our amazing Charger Fest Chairs Meghan Lutschg, Antonio Poy, and Amanda Staller and VP of Fundraising Mallory Rissmiller who worked tirelessly to plan and organize this event down to the very last detail. The Pin Oak community is so grateful for your efforts and hard work!

The Book Fair was a HUGE success as well. Thank you to our Book Fair Chairs, Laura Hatfield and Amanda Phillips, and POMS Librarian, Ms. Corso for all of her help during the fair and everything she does to make the library loved by our Chargers.

Finally, thank you to Jean Lee and Thuy Promubol for opening the School Store during Charger Fest.

Connecting with you is important to us and we are here for you:

Visit the POMS website for a full staff directory and much more
Use the Remind app (text @f7cb99g to 81010) for timely reminders
POMS Student Handbook
Connect on X @pinoakms and Instagram @pinoakchargers
POMS links and information

See you soon!

Lindsey Vela, Principal
HISD West Division Middle School Principal of the Year

POMS Spirit Night at Skeeter's on Tuesday

Skeeter's, 5529 Weslayan, will donate 20% of sales back to POMS on Tuesday, April 29 from 3:00 - 8:00 pm. Mention POMS at checkout or pick up so we receive credit for your purchase. Offer valid for online, dine in or carry out orders.

Spring Book Fair Online through May 7

The Spring Book Fair doesn't stop at Charger Fest! You can continue to shop online through May 7 and 25% of every purchase will directly benefit POMS.

Bettlejuice the Musical May 5-7: Tickets on Sale Now!

IT’S SHOWTIME! We are excited to announce our upcoming school musical, "Beetlejuice," and we would love for you to join us for an evening filled with creativity, talent, and lots of fun as our students bring this beloved story to life on stage. It's a fantastic opportunity to support our young performers and celebrate their hard work and dedication.

Performances in the Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)
Monday, May 5 at 5:00 PM
Tuesday, May 6 at 5:00 PM
Wednesday, May 7 at 5:00 PM

Tickets available on SchoolPay.

Help Us Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week at POMS!

May 5 through 9 is Teacher Appreciation Week and we are showing our appreciation for our teachers and staff with a little treat every day.

Please help us show our gratitude for everything they do by signing up here to bring goodies by the designated day.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions to staffappreciation@pinoakpto.org. Thank you in advance for supporting the PTO and our staff and teachers.

Information for Incoming 6th Graders

Welcome to Pin Oak Middle School! We are thrilled for you to join our wonderful community of diverse students, caring teachers, involved parents, and active PTO volunteers. Have questions about next school year? Check out our Incoming 6th Grade Guide for new Chargers.

Calling All Incoming Chargers: Join Us for the POMS Incoming 6th Grade Social on Tuesday, May 27

Join incoming Chargers and their families to meet other Charger Families on Tuesday, May 27 from 5:30 - 7 pm at Evelyn's Park (4400 Bellaire Blvd). Meet Pin Oak PTO board members and chat about all things Pin Oak. Hope you can make it!

*Food and drinks available for purchase at Betsy's

8th Grade Activities

We are hard at work planning all of the fun activities for our 8th graders to end their time at Pin Oak with lots of memories and good times. There is still time to donate to the 8th Grade Activities Fund! Any amount helps!

8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance
The 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance is Friday, May 16. Tickets are available online for $15. If you purchased a Club 8 Ultimate Package, one dance ticket was included in the purchase price.

ONLY PIN OAK 8TH GRADERS ARE ALLOWED AT THE DANCE. No other grades, no other schools.

🎓 For questions, email 8thgradeactivities@pinoakpto.org

2025-2026 School Supplies on Sale Now

Buy your student's school supply pack today. Packs will be shipped to POMS and distributed prior to the first day of school. Be sure to order the pack for the grade your child will be in for the upcoming 2025-26 school year.

Purchase 1st Day School Supplies here.

🔵 For questions, email schoolsupplies@pinoakpto.org

Bellaire HS Zoned Incoming 9th Grade Course Selection Review on Wednesday

Bellaire HS counselors will host a meeting for Zoned families to review student course selection choices on Wednesday, April 30 at 6:00 pm in the auditorium. Parking will be available in the parking garage. Families should enter the building through the main entrance on S. Rice.

Bellaire Belles Spring Show on May 1

See the outstanding Bellaire Belles Dance Team Spring Show on Thursday, May 1 at 6:00 pm in the Bellaire High School Auditorium. For questions, email Melissa Bayne.

Dance with the Bellaire Belles on May 31

Join us for a day of fun and 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. All money raised will help our Bellaire Belles pay for uniforms, camps, and spring competitions.

Dance Clinic on Saturday, May 31 (register before May 23)
Bellaire High School Gym, 5100 Maple St., Bellaire, TX 77401
9 am – 12 pm

Download the registration form here
(Under "Belle referral" please add Peyton Promubol's name if needed)

Help us fill the Sunshine Snack Cart

The teacher snack carts are on the roll! Please help us purchase items for the carts on our Amazon Wish List.

Prefer to purchase items locally? Please mark off the item(s) on the Amazon List, address the items to Wynne Erickson/PTO and bring them to the front office.

Order Your 2024-2025 Yearbook

Pin Oak is excited to partner with Jostens for our 2024-2025 yearbook. Order your copy today.

Got great photos of your kids at Pin Oak sponsored activities?

Please share your best pictures with the Yearbook staff via the QR code or link here. (Please no pictures of personal family vacation, dinners etc.)

Shop POMS Gear Online

The school store is open for students to shop during lunch or you can 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 be a store volunteer? Please sign up for the group (A or B)/day(s) that works best for you. Shifts are every other week. All volunteers must be VIPS approved.

For more information, contact Jean Lee or Thuy Promubol.

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 e-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 details.

Full Calendar

Tuesday, April 29

POMS STAAR Math/Algebra (6-8)

3:00p POMS Spirit Night at Skeeter's Mesquite Grill (3 - 8 PM)

6:00p Lamar High School Incoming 9th Grade Parent Meeting

Wednesday, April 30

6:00p Bellaire High School Counselors Night for Zoned Incoming 9th Graders

6:00p POMS Dance Spring Showcase "A Season to Shine"

Thursday, May 1

6:00p POMS Dance Spring Showcase "A Season to Shine"

Friday, May 2