Originally delivered on 2/15/2026 3:14 pm

SUBJECT: Charger Chatter

February 15, 2026

Principal's Post

Dear Charger Parents and Families,

Please note that campus will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.

We are proud to share highlights from the recent district swim meet. 

Our eighth grade girls are District Champions, demonstrating dedication and teamwork throughout the season. 

The seventh grade boys are also District Champions. Pablo Nevado won four gold medals and broke the 200 meter freestyle record by 15 seconds. Andrew Sosa earned three gold medals. 

The seventh grade girls finished second overall with an outstanding performance. 

Congratulations to our student athletes for their hard work and success. Thank you to our coaches for their leadership and support

Come cheer on our talented student musicians at two performances happening this week:

  • Orchestra ConcertFebruary 18, 5:00–6:00 PM

  • Choir ConcertFebruary 19, 5:30–6:30 PM

Do not forget, our annual Matrix Night is coming up, so be sure to mark your calendars. Families are encouraged to learn about the requirements needed to earn high school credit. 

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

Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to welcoming students back to campus soon.  
Lindsey Vela, Principal

Auction Fun: Last Chance Before You’re Left Out in the Cold

Our Snowflakes & Sunglasses Auction may be over, but there are still a few opportunities left to grab!

You can still sponsor a lunch for a POMS staff member, gift a cozy POMS beanie, purchase a POMS hoodie, join the always-popular Ice Cream Social, and snag one of the remaining spots in select student socials and tournaments.

👉 Last chance to snag what’s left: here


Win a $500 H-E-B Gift Card! 

🎟️ Pop-Up Raffle! Last chance before you’re left out in the cold — enter for a chance to win a $500 H-E-B gift card!

Raffle tickets are $20 each, and you can purchase as many as you would like — what a bargain! 

👉 Enter the Raffle here


🦈 PTO Grant in Action: Zoology Elective!

Because of your support, students are now engaging in a comprehensive curriculum that fosters curiosity, empathy, and a stronger connection to the natural world! 

Last Thursday, our Zoology students participated in a hands-on shark dissection, made possible through PTO grant support! 

Many of our students are returning learners who previously took Zoology. This updated curriculum allows us to build on their prior knowledge with deeper, more varied instruction rather than repeating content. The clear, well-structured lesson plans also support instructional consistency while offering interactive activities to meet diverse learning styles.

In addition, the grant allowed us to purchase several specimens, so students are not only learning about animal anatomy but also gaining meaningful experiences that may inspire future zoologists or veterinarians! 

A special thank you to Ms. Larios for bringing this dynamic learning experience to life for our students.

Thank you, Charger families, for your continued support of the PTO and for making these opportunities possible! 💙⚡

Texans Spirit Cheer Clinic at Lamar High School

POMS families are invited to join the Texans Spirit Cheer Clinic, organized by Lamar High School Varsity Cheerleaders and coaches, on Friday, February 20, from 5:30–8:30 PM at Lamar High School.

This clinic is open to boys and girls in grades 3–8 and will focus on cheerleading techniques, dancing, teamwork, and confidence-building.

Registration includes:

  • Instruction from Lamar cheerleaders and coaches
  • A clinic t-shirt
  • Photos with the cheerleaders and the Lamar mascot
  • Pizza dinner and snacks
  • A final performance showcase for parents/guardians

💲 Cost: $50 per child

📍 Location: Lamar High School
3325 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77098

📲 Register here or QR code on the flyer
For more information, contact: karenlmilligan@gmail.com

Staff Appreciation Dessert Bar ❤️

The PTO is hosting a Staff Appreciation Dessert Bar on February 27 and we need your help to make it extra special for our amazing staff!

Please use this sign-up to select an item to contribute.

Thank you, Charger families, for supporting the PTO and helping us show appreciation to our incredible staff.

Please contact activities@pinoakpto.org for questions or more information. 

2025-26 POMS Yearbook

Order a Yearbook Hereby February 28


Celebrate Your 8th Grader in the Yearbook!

POMS parents and families of 8th grade students are invited to create a personalized recognition ad in this year’s school yearbook. Recognition ads can be created online here. The order deadline is Friday, February 27.

Please contact Shelly Hulbirt or Rebecca Payne for more information.

Calling POMS Parents to our Speaker Series!

When our Speaker Series began last fall, our students came to the library during lunch to hear about the educational and career journeys of POMS parents.

It was a wonderful experience that connected generations and strengthened our community of learners at every age.

We are continuing our Speaker Series throughout the spring and invite any interested parent to share their story with our students!

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Are you a business owner looking for sponsorship opportunities? Please consider partnering with us to support technology, curriculum enrichment, staff appreciation, and facility enhancements at POMS. 

Pin Oak offers a variety of sponsorship levels and benefits. For details, please contact Adriana Cune, VP of Sponsorship.

Full Calendar
Wednesday, February 18
4:15p Ai Club
5:00p POMS Pre UIL Orchestra Concert
Thursday, February 19
5:30p POMS Choir Concert
Friday, February 20
POMS Snack Cart for Teachers and Staff
Monday, February 23
4:15p POMS Spanish Club
5:00p POMS Parent Info Night: IPC, Algebra 1, and World Languages Matrix
Wednesday, February 25
4:00p Pokemon Club
4:15p Ai Club
Thursday, February 26
5:00p POMS Lacrosse Spirit Night
We Appreciate Our Corporate Sponsors & Community Partners
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