Please check out our calendar below for all our events. If you have any questions reach out to our front office or your student's teacher.

• March 1st : TELPAS L&S 3rd Grade
• March 2nd : TELPAS L&S 4th Grade
• March 3rd : TELPAS L&S 3rd &4th Grade Make-Ups
• Tutorials M-TH 3:00PM- 4:30 PM ; Saturday 3/4  7:30 AM- 11:30 AM

Click on the image above to download the PDF of the calendar in English and Spanish. Physical copies will be sent home in your student's Homework folder. Extra copies are available at the front office.

 

SEE Families,

Have you noticed how much your children have grown this year? They have grown physically, and the evidence is that maybe the clothes they wore in August are already small, but they have also grown academically, and we have much evidence of this. 

Our SPARKS are shining! Thanks to you who give them all the support they need at home. Our teachers have done an exceptional job because they are committed to providing an excellent education. Thanks to families’ teamwork with our teachers and SEE staff, we will continue to achieve the goals.

Maybe it has crossed your mind that there are many tests that your children must perform (MAP, EOM, CA1, among others), and believe me, we understand that this can cause your children to feel nervous or anxious about the results. We are counting down to the STAAR test; there is no need to fear; we will achieve it.

Today, I would like to offer some recommendations to continue on this growth path, considering what your children need to feel confident and prepared.

1.  Your child needs to attend classes regularly.
2. Stay on top of your child's progress.
3. Review lessons daily, even when there are no assignments.
4. Food and sleep are essential. Sleeping well is vital to learning. Our brain learns best when it receives the food and hours of sleep it needs.
5. Always encourage your children. Remind them that they can achieve their goals. Offer words of daily affirmation.

• “You can.”
•  “We are proud of you.”
•  “You're smart.”
• “You are unique.”
• “You're going to make it.”
• “Value everything you have strived for; small steps lead us to success.”

Families do not hesitate; your children are growing and learning. Help your children feel confident in themselves. At SEE, we are here to serve you.

Katia Rosado

SPED Manager

 

Student Assistance Forms

We know that you may have some needs that arise as a parent, or guardian. You can receive direct help by submitting a “Student Assistance Form” or, a SAF. To communicate any support needs you may have, please click on the SAF link on the district website or use the QR code below. The campus Student Support Counselor will follow up with you to determine the best way to get your need met. SAFs can be submitted for:

• Urgent family concerns
• Family or student supplies or resources needed for school (i.e., calculator, books, food)
• Student social and emotional concerns
• Student home or family concerns
• Student relationship concerns
• Concerns about harassment, race, or equity.

 

 

Still Accepting 2023-2024 Student Applications

Although the lottery has closed, we are still accepting applications for the 23-24 school year. We will be offering Pre-K4 – 5^th grade next school year. Make sure to complete an application for any siblings you would like to attend our school next year and spread the word to others! You can access the application at southeastes.yesprep.org/SayYES

 

Please note, we are using a new platform this year so you will need to use the new link and you will be required to create a new login. The website listed above also contains links to videos to support with creating an account and filling out an application.

 

Southeast Secondary Refer-a-Family

Thank you for supporting our campus and referring your friends and family members to apply.

In addition to Pk4 – 5^th grade families for our campus, if you know of any 6^th – 12^th grade families that might be interested in attending Southeast Secondary, please complete this survey on their behalf.

https://www.yesprep.org/families/enrollment-lottery/refer-a-family

Although we are two campuses, we are one Southeast family!

 

Every Minute Counts

Families every minute counts when it comes to growing our Sparks and ensuring they are achieving at their fullest potential. We want to maximize the minutes students are in school and we need your help to do so. Students need to be in school every day possible. We understand that illness is not within your control; however, we want to make sure our Sparks all the other days. Also, when your student consistently arrives late or leaves early, they are missing key foundational knowledge.

 

Handicap Parking

Please do not park in the reserved handicap parking at the front of the school if you do not have a placard or license plate that allows you to do so. This includes morning drop off and afternoon dismissal. You may receive a citation from law enforcement if you are found parking in one of the spots.

 

 

Excused Absences & Submission of Notes

Families are now able to upload student absences and excuse notes into Skyward for approval. Please review this video that details the process.

YES Prep Public Schools defines excused absences as absences due to one or more of the following:

• Illness
• Medical/dental-related, including appointments
• Bereavement/Funeral for immediate family members
• Absences related to the legal system
• Religious Observances
• Any other absence that is protected under State or Federal law.

 

Student Attendance Reminders

Parents, please be reminded that our goal is to have all students in school each and every day. To make this a reality we need the support of our parents and families. Students arriving after 7:30 are considered tardy and need to check in at the front desk. Please contact the front office at 713-842-5555 if your student is going to be absent.

To remain in compliance with our district, please note the following:

 A student's absence will be considered excused if a student provides physical or electronic documentation within 48 hours of absence indicating the student’s full name, and dates missed and is signed by a guardian or doctor mentioning any of the following reasons below and only if the absence meets the criteria defined under the excused absence section of our handbook.

 Upon return to school, a student absent for more than three (3) consecutive days because of a personal illness must bring a statement from a doctor or health clinic verifying the illness or condition that caused the student’s extended absence from school. Students are only permitted 3 handwritten notes within a six-week grading period that meet the criteria.

 

Family Student Lunches

 

We are excited to announce we will be resuming our Family and Student Lunches. Each Friday, parents have the opportunity to eat lunch in our school cafeteria with their student.

We will allow two families per classroom to sign up. All spaces are first come, first served.

How can I sign up?
• Beginning, Tuesday, January 17 at 9:00 am, you can call the front office (713-842-5555) to reserve a space. Reservations will only be accepted via a phone call to the front office.
• The Wednesday before your scheduled date, you will receive a message via ClassDojo outlining the procedures and expectations.

What if I am not able to make it for my scheduled time?
• We ask that you call us to cancel at least 24 hours in advance. In the event there are multiple cancellations or no shows, you will lose your ability to reserve a spot.

Who can I bring with me?
• We are only allowing 1 adult and 1 small child.
• If you have multiple students that attend our school, you will need to sign up for each student separately.

Can I bring outside food for my student?
• Yes, you can. You can only give it to your student, it cannot be shared with other students.

What dates are available?
• March 3, 2023
• March 24, 2023
• March 31, 2023
• April 14, 2023

If you have any additional questions, please contact the front office.

 

 

SAVE THE DATE

Scholastic Book Fair

• Please Save the Date for our Scholastic Book Fair that will be held from March 20-24. Additional information will be provided on hours, how to set up your E-wallet and more!  Please visit our book fair homepage at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/yesprepsoutheastelem 

 

Field Day on May 26, 2023.

To prioritize the safety of our Sparks please note this event is only for Students and will not be open to families. Field Day requires all hands-on deck support from Staff and Volunteers in order to provide a safe environment.

We are very grateful to those who registered. Registration closes 2.24.23 at 8:00 pm.