May 17, 2026

Dear Charger Parents and Families,

As we approach our final round of district assessments, we want to share important information to help ensure a smooth testing experience for all students. All students will be required to participate in the NWEA assessments on Tuesday May 19, Wednesday May 20, and Wednesday May 21 for Math, ELAR, and Science. 

It is very important that students are in attendance and on time on all testing days. In addition, we need every student to bring their Chromebook to school fully charged for testing. 

For testing security and to limit disruptions, the campus will be closed to visitors on all assessment days.

Course Selections Are Open

It’s time for course selections! Students and parents may submit course requests from May 10–22. You may submit more than one request if changes are needed; however, only the most recent submission will be used. Please note that course selections are not guaranteed, but we will do our best to build your student’s schedule based on the selected electives.

We have also provided the elective descriptions for reference. Please keep in mind that not every elective is available to all grade levels, and some courses require prerequisites.

2026-2027 Elective Course Descriptions

2026-2027 6th Grade Course Requests
2026-2027 7th Grade Course Requests
2026-2027 8th Grade Course Requests

Intent to Return and Chromebook Collection

At this time, we ask that all current 6th and 7th grade families complete and submit the Intent to Return form so we can plan appropriately for the 2026–2027 school year. Please also take note of the Chromebook return dates. Students must return both their Chromebook and charger on their assigned day. 

Upcoming Campus Assessments

District Assessment-DSA (6th-8th)

All students will take the DSA on May 26. Campus will be closed to visitors that day to support a secure and focused testing environment.

Please be sure to regularly check our campus website for the latest updates and reminders. If your child is in need of additional academic support, teachers are available for tutorials. The tutorial schedule can be found here.

Upcoming Campus Events

Pin Oak Stage Band will hold auditions on May 20 & 21 after school in the guitar room D102. Drummers, guitar players, singers, keyboard players, and bass players are all needed. Come by the guitar room to sign up for a time and see Mr. Huezo before or after school for any questions about audition criteria.

For more information about the Cross Country interest meeting, join the SportsYou page.

All interest meetings will be in the Gym.

Sports Physicals

A POMS Sports Physical Clinic is scheduled for Thursday, May 28 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 (English) Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Form (Español) 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.

Yearbook Distribution

Students who purchased a yearbook can pick up their copy during their grade level lunch May 27-29.  Please contact Ms. Hulbirt or Ms. Payne if you have any questions.

Upcoming Campus Performances

Upcoming 8th Grade Events

Our 8th Grade Promotion Ceremonies are approaching—please be sure to register using the link or QR code provided below.

We are also happy to announce that all 8th grade students will attend Main Event on Monday, June 1. The campus has covered the cost for all students, so there will be no expense to families.

Additional events to look forward to include our 8th Grade Breakfast and Yearbook Signing Party on June 3, followed by our Promotion Parade and Picnic on June 4. 

Thank you to Texas State Optical Cypress, the Vasovski Family, and  @mayssarose_art for their prize donations to the 8th Grade Picnic!

Please RSVP here for the promotion ceremony

Promotion Parade Spirit Wear

Our 8th graders are encouraged to wear a shirt from their selected high school to show their school spirit for our Promotion Parade on June 4. 

Bellaire High School
Order online from the Bellaire HS spirit store. In the notes section, add your student's name. Order deadline is May 20. Order pick-up will be at POMS May 22 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.

Thank you to Texas State Optical Cypress, the Vasovski Family, and@mayssarose_art for their prize donations to the 8th Grade Picnic!

 Clubs

Mark Your Calendar

2026-2027 Academic Calendar 

Make sure to mark the dates as you plan for the upcoming school year. 2026-27 Academic Calendar in English and Español.

Connecting with you is important to us—we’re here for you!

Helpful Links & Info:

• POMS website (staff directory & more)
• Student Handbook
• Attendance Policy (email excuses to agny.ibarra@houstonisd.org)
• Bell Schedule
• Dress Code Policy
• School Safety & Transportation page
• Tutoring Schedule

Stay Connected:

• Remind app (text @cf3a8ca to 81010)
  
• X @pinoakms and Instagram @pinoakchargers
• PTO on Facebook and Instagram @pinoakpto

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. It is truly a great time to be a part of the Pin Oak community. 

Lindsey Vela, Principal

PTO NEWS

A huge thank you to The 401 Table & Tap for generously donating lunch for our teachers and staff last week!

The meal was a big hit, and we truly appreciate their support for our Pin Oak community. Thank you for helping us celebrate and care for our amazing educators. 💙⚡

Buy your student’s school supply pack today! Packs will be shipped to POMS and distributed to your student at school.  Be sure to order the pack for your child’s 2026-2027 grade.

Purchase 1^st Day School Supplies here. For questions, email schoolsupplies@pinoakpto.org

Pin Oak Middle School PTO

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