Principal's Post Dear Charger Parents and Families, An HISD Summative Assessment for Social Studies will take place on Monday and NWEA testing will take place this week for Math, ELAR, and Science. It is very important that students are in attendance and on time. In addition, we need every student to bring their Chromebook to school fully charged for testing. |
POMS Intent to Return To prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, we need all current 6th and 7th grade families to complete the Intent to Return formby Sunday, May 25. If you have any questions, please contact POMS Registrar, Kia Ward. |
Elective Course Requests The wait is over! It is finally time to choose electives for the 2025-2026 school year. Please complete the appropriate course request form based on your grade level next school year. Course requests will be open from May 11 - May 25. Please keep in mind the following when submitting course requests: - You may return and edit your submission as many times as you'd like. If you submit more than one entry, your most recent entry will be used. Any previous submission will be removed.
- You will receive a copy of your request once submitted.
- All IEP/504/Intervention requirements take priority over any schedule requests.
- Intervention will be required for any student who scores "Approaches Grade Level" or "Below Grade Level" on the 2025 Math and/or ELA STAAR test. This means a student could be put into a double-block (two classes) of MATH and/or ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS.
Additional grade-specific information is included with each form. If you have any questions, please contact POMS master scheduler, Ashly Vining. |
Chromebook Collection Students will turn in their Chromebook and charger by grade level on the dates listed below. If your student incurs charges for Chromebook damage, a POMS AP will email you a request to pay. Payments are made via SchoolPay. |
Chromebook TikTok Challenge - Safety Concern There is a concerning trend on social media where students are damaging their school-issued Chromebooks. This behavior poses serious safety risks, including electrical sparks and potential fires. Please talk to your children about the dangers involved. Students who participate will face disciplinary actions, loss of technology privileges, and a fee for the repairs. The safety of our students and staff is our priority. If you have questions about this issue, please contact Principal Vela. |
Sports Physicals A POMS Sports Physical Clinic is scheduled for Thursday, May 29 from 4 - 6 PM in the gym for current 2024-25 Pin Oak students. - Complete the Medical History portion of the Pre-participation Physical Evaluation Form and have your student bring it with them to the clinic
- The cost is $25 CASH ONLY
- Parents are not allowed in the gym
- No appointment needed
- Hold on to the form until upload instructions are available
Sports physicals are a MANDATORY REQUIREMENT for any student participating in sports at POMS. No student will be allowed to participate on an athletic team or attend practices without a current physical evaluation form on file. Sports physicals are good for the duration of one (1) year and physicals should be taken prior to the start of the school year. The form also can be completed by your student's physician. For questions, please email Coach Carter, POMS Athletic Coordinator. |
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POMS Beginner Theatre: 10 Ways To Survive The Zombie Apocalypse on Wednesday POMS Theatre invites you to a performance on Wednesday, May 21 in the MPR (enter through the cafeteria). Don't miss it! Tickets are $5 and available for purchase on SchoolPay.
1st Period: 4:20 PM
2nd Period: 4:55 PM
3rd Period: 5:30 PM
4th Period: 6:05 PM
6th Period: 6:40 PM 🧟♀️ For questions, email Tierra Henry |
| Donate to the POMS Teachers and Staff End-of-Year Gift Fund! Help us show our teachers and staff how much we appreciate everything they do for our POMS students! Please consider contributing to the end-of-year gift fund. Funds raised will be used to provide cash gifts to be distributed at the end-of-year. Thank you for your generosity and support! 💙 For questions, email POMS VPs of Activities |
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| 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 by July 1. ✏️ For questions, email schoolsupplies@pinoakpto.org |
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Thank You for an Unforgettable 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance The Pin Oak MPR transformed into "Club POMS" on Friday night for the 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance. The kids ate their fill of gourmet popcorn and sweet treats, danced the night away, and took pictures with their friends in the photo booths! Thank you to everyone below who helped make the dance such a huge success! We could not have done it without your generosity and support! |
We would like to thank POMS administrators, faculty, and staff for working extra hours to ensure the kids had a memorable 8th grade dance. We are also so grateful to the many parent volunteers who chaperoned and made the dance a safe and fun environment for all. We could not have done it without your help. Finally, we would like to thank the 8th Grade Dance Chairs, Jenny Dagley and Roxzan Zager, for all their hard work in planning the dance. |
8th Grade Checklist Field Trip Permission Slips due Friday The 8th grade Splashway field trip is scheduled for Friday, May 30. Students must return signed permission slips to A or B House by Friday, May 23. Only the original, pink permission slips will be accepted. Your student can request another copy if needed. In addition, students must have the following completed by May 29: - Complete all NWEA tests
- Return Chomebooks & chargers
- Return all library books
RSVP for Promotion Ceremony We look forward to celebrating our 8th Grade Chargers at our promotion ceremonies next week. Please plan to arrive at 2:00 pm, as all ceremonies will commence at 2:30 pm. Though there is not a limit on the number of family members who may attend, we are asking all families to complete this RSVP form to expedite the check-in process. Don't Forget to Order Spirit Wear for Promotion Parade Our 8th graders are encouraged to wear a shirt from their selected high school to show their school spirit for our Last Day of School Parade on June 4. Details below on how to order from Bellaire High School and Lamar High School. - Bellaire High School: Will your 8th grade student be a BELLAIRE CARDINAL next year? Order online from the Bellaire HS spirit store and in the notes section, add your student's name. The deadline to order is May 28. Orders will be delivered to your student at POMS on June 2 during lunch.
- Lamar High School: The Lamar School Store is open Mon-Fri from 8 am - 3 pm. Parents can stop by the school and purchase. Please call the school store with any questions (713) 522-5960.
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| POMS Stage Band Auditions May 28-29 The Pin Oak Stage Band is looking for new talent. Singers, Drummers, Guitar and Bass players, and Pianists are all welcome to audition on May 28 and 29 immediately after school. Sign ups will be posted on the guitar room door D102. Please stop by Mr. Huezo's room D102 in the morning for audition requirements and details. 🎹 For questions, email Mr. Frank Huezo |
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| POMS Yearbook Distribution May 29-30 POMS yearbooks will be distributed May 29-30 during lunches. Paper tickets were issued last Friday to all students who purchased a yearbook. Students may show their ticket to get their yearbook, but it is not mandatory. You can still order a POMS 2024-2025 yearbook. Order your copy today! Only 130 yearbooks left. |
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| 4th Annual POMS Kickball Tournament on June 3 Students can register as a team for our 4th annual Kickball Tournament scheduled for Tuesday, June 3 at POMS. Contract and more details here - Participants must be passing all classes
- Must complete all DSA and NWEA Tests
- No student referrals for the 6th six weeks
- Each participant must complete the Teacher Sign Off Sheet and turn it in to Coach Carter with Contract by May 29
- Must have a Team Captain
- The fee per team is $100 ($10 per player). The contract and fee MUST be turned in by May 30
- Mandatory Captain’s Meeting will be held on May 29 during TEAM TIME. *If Captain does not attend their team will not participate in the Tournament and Team will receive a refund.
This fun and friendly kickball tournament supports our Athletic department. For questions, email Coach Carter. |
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| 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. |
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| 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 |
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| POMS Used Uniform Donation Drive Is your child moving on to high school or outgrown their school uniform clothing? Please consider donating their gently used uniform items for an upcoming POMS PTO Used Uniform Sale.
School dress code polos, khakis, jeans, skirts, sweatshirts, and jackets in all sizes can be dropped off in the collection boxes by the library. 👕 For questions, email useduniforms@pinoakpto.org |
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| 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) |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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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 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. |
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