September 14, 2025

Dear Charger Parents and Families,

Our recent Charger Pep Rally was a celebration of school pride and community. Football, volleyball, cross country, band, choir, cheer, company, crew, and stage band all brought energy and excitement with their performances. Congratulations to the 8th-grade class for winning the first Spirit Stick, a proud reflection of Charger pride. 

Grading Reminder:

This is the last week of the first six weeks. The grading window will close this Friday, so it is important for students to check their grades and reach out to their classroom teachers if they have questions about any assignments or assessments. Report cards will be sent home next week.

Smile, it’s Picture Day at POMS

Fall Picture Day is Wednesday, September 24, and all orders are prepay with satisfaction guaranteed.

Make-up photos will be taken for absent or new students. During the prepay period families can choose Ship to School (free) or Ship to Home (shipping charges apply).

The Prepay Link remains active for one week after Picture Day; late orders are shipped to the address provided and may include additional fees. For more information or assistance with late orders, please contact PhotoTexas Photography Customer Service at 800-883-6463 or customerservice@phototexasphotography.com. 

World Language Expo Night – October 22, 5:00–6:30 PM

We are excited to host our first World Language Expo Night, showcasing the six languages taught at Pin Oak: French, German, Italian, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish, as well as our Japanese Culture class. Parents will have the opportunity to see what their students have been working on during the first twelve weeks of the school year.

Our World Language teachers will be present, and we have a few special surprises planned for families who attend. It promises to be a wonderful evening celebrating the diversity and richness of our world languages.

Upcoming Spirit Weeks
We have two exciting spirit weeks coming up:

• Homecoming Spirit Week is scheduled for the week of October 20–24. Festivities will include themed dress-up days, a pep rally, tailgate, football game, and the Homecoming Dance.

• Red Ribbon Week will take place the following week, beginning October 27.

Additional spirit week details are shared below.

Reminder: Annual Student Information Survey

We need all parents to complete the Annual Student Information Survey as soon as possible. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.

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
• POMS Student Handbook
• Attendance Policy (email excuses to kia.ward@houstonisd.org)
• Bell Schedule
• Dress Code Policy
• POMS School Safety & Transportation page
• Use the Remind app (text @cf3a8ca to 81010) for timely reminders
  
• Connect on X @pinoakms and Instagram @pinoakchargers
• Connect to the POMS PTO on Facebook and Instagram @pinoakpto
• Other POMS helpful links and information

See you soon!
Lindsey Vela, Principal

Monday, September 22, 2025
5:45 – 7:00 PM
POMS Room B129 (Mr. Meyer’s Room)
4601 Glenmont, Bellaire, TX 77401

Families are invited to learn about this incredible opportunity—and meet the teacher leading your students abroad. We’re excited to share the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational partner.

Please register for our info session to be considered for this travel opportunity. We’ll cover how the experience benefits students, what’s included, safety and affordability, and more—plus it’s a chance to get to know Shelly Hulbirt as your Group Leader.

Registration is required, and a parent or guardian must attend. Can’t make it? Choose “No, but send info” when registering to receive details.

Limited spots available. Enrollment information will be shared at the meeting.

For more information, email Shelly Hulbirt. 

Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025 • All Day

Give yourself a break from cooking and support our Chargers.
Mention Pin Oak at checkout and 15% of your bill will benefit the school.

📍 Lankford’s – Bellaire
5208 Bissonnet St., Bellaire, TX 77401
Dine-in or carry-out only

For more information, email Adriana Cune.

Saturday, October 25, 2025 · 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Bellaire High School Gym · 5100 Maple St., Bellaire, TX

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 the Bellaire Belles pay for uniforms, camps, and spring competitions.

Cost: $40 in advance · $45 after October 10 (T-shirt guaranteed with advance registration)
Register: Complete the registration form and payment online here. 

Our amazing PTO volunteers are rolling out the snack cart for our awesome teachers and staff. It is a simple way to brighten their day and show our appreciation every month for all that they do for our students. 

Would you help us stock the cart? 

• Please purchase items directly from our Amazon Wish List - Items will be shipped to POMS
• Drop off individually packaged drinks or snacks of your choosing to the school office labeled "PTO/Sunshine Cart". Teachers like sweet or salty snacks, sparkling water, tea, and soda.

For more information, email Amy Chang, Snack Cart Chair.

Pin Oak Middle School PTO

4601 Glenmont • Bellaire, TX 77401

pinoakpto.org