October 5, 2025

Dear Charger Parents and Families,

I hope you enjoyed the extended weekend and had an opportunity to rest and recharge.

Last week, we recognized National Custodians Appreciation Day and extended our deepest gratitude to the incredible custodial team at POMS. They keep our campus clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. Their hard work often goes unseen, but it never goes unappreciated. We are truly thankful for their dedication to support our students, staff, and school community.

Preliminary SAT (PSAT)

All 8th grade students will participate in the PSAT 8/9 on Wednesday, October 15.  The PSAT is an important assessment that helps measure the skills and knowledge students are developing in reading and math. The results provide valuable insights for students, parents, and teachers about academic progress and readiness for high school and beyond.

To help students feel confident and prepared, families can access free practice resources here. We encourage all students to take advantage of these tools to become familiar with the test format and question types.

Check out just a few of the unique clubs offered at POMS.

Purchase Homecoming Dance Tickets on SchoolPay

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

We are excited to host our first World Language Expo Night, a celebration of culture, creativity, and student achievement. Explore the impressive work of our Chargers in 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 students have accomplished during the first twelve weeks of the school year and to meet the teachers leading our vibrant world language program. From projects to performances, you’ll witness just how much they have achieved in a short time.

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.

Picture Retakes: No sign up necessary.  

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 agny.ibarra@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

The Charger Commitment Campaign launched on October 1 and will run through October 31. We are raising funds for the 2025–2026 school year, ensuring that your donation will be used for your own student’s experience and education at Pin Oak Middle School.

We rely on the support of our Pin Oak families to help the PTO fund all of the "extras" that make POMS the great school it is.

We have fabulous new incentives this year. Please show your support and make your gift to POMS today!

Pin Oak Middle School PTO

4601 Glenmont • Bellaire, TX 77401

pinoakpto.org