January 2026 Parent Bulletin

Click the links to view the flyer and more details!

January 1st: Yearbook price increases

January 5th: Staff Development Day - no school for students

January 6th: The Principal Connection

January 7th: 5th Grade NSBE Jr. Field Experience

January 8th: Coffee with the Counselor

January 9th: Report cards go home



January 13th: Board Meeting

January 14th: 

  • 3rd-6th Grade Girls Women in STEM Wednesday Field Experience
  • PreK & Kinder Funtastik Lab Field Experience
  • PTC Meeting

January 15th: 

January 16th: SNOW Day Perfect Attendance Party


January 19th: Staff/Student Holiday - MLK Day

January 12th-23rd: MCLASS Testing for K-2nd 

January 20th-23rd: NWEA MAP Testing 

January 22nd: Aladdin Cast Parent Meeting

January 23rd: 100th Day of School/J-Day (Jeans, Jerseys, & J’s) 


January 28th: 7th & 8th Grade Houston African American Culture Museum Field Experience

January 30th: Mission STEAMPossible STEAM Day




A LOOK AHEAD:

February 9th: Staff Development Day - no school for students

February 10th-13th: Winter Break

February 19th: College & Career Convention 2026

February 20th: SLEDS - Student Led Conferences


Hello, RSPA Families!


Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! We hope everyone enjoyed a joyful holiday season filled with family time and lasting memories.


This semester, our focus remains on academic growth, strong instruction, and consistent expectations across all grade levels. In PreK–2nd grade, scholars are strengthening foundational reading and numeracy skills through daily guided reading and guided math lessons designed to meet individual learning needs. Our 3rd–8th grade scholars will remain engaged in rigorous, relevant learning experiences that build critical thinking skills and academic confidence. Students in these grades are also engaging in targeted instruction to prepare for STAAR assessments while mastering essential standards in all core content areas.


NWEA MAP testing will take place...

CAMPUS RECOGNITIONS

Kudos to December's 100% Day winners!


Nyimah Walker, 5th Grade

&

Geovonntae Harris, PreK


Keep up the amazing attendance!

PARENT ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS

UNIFORM REMINDERS:


Please take a moment to review your student’s attire to ensure it aligns with the RSPA Uniform Policy. An image of the approved uniform is provided below for your reference.


Please note the following items are not permitted to be worn at school:

  • Pull-over hoodies (Zip-up hoodies ONLY)
  • Hats
  • Ski masks/Face masks


Students who do not arrive in proper uniform will be subject to school dress code procedures:

  • Parent will be called to pick up or bring student's clothing
  • Student will be assigned a consequence, detention, or in-school suspension


We appreciate your continued support in helping us maintain a focused, safe, and professional learning environment for all students. If you have any questions regarding the uniform policy, please contact the school office.


NUT-FREE CAMPUS:

Remember, RSPA is a nut-free facility. Nuts, peanut butter & jelly sandwiches, shellfish, pork, and eggs are not allowed on campus. Thank you for helping us keep our campus safe for all scholars.

Fine Arts Activity Fees Due:


If you haven't yet paid towards your scholar's Fine Arts Activity fee, please ensure you do so as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in your scholar being unable to participate in upcoming field experiences, productions, and various Fine Arts-related activities. Payments must be made via MySchoolBucks.

Progress Learning


Did you know your child uses the valuable online tool, Progress Learning, at school? It's a fun & easy-to-use platform designed and tailored to your scholar’s academic success.


RSPA encourages all parents to log in from home and collaborate with their scholar on the platform for a minimum of 30 minutes, 2 to 3 times each week.

 

Studies show that proper and consistent use of Progress Learning will enhance student learning. This platform is directly tied to our NWEA data and supports each scholar’s INDIVIDUAL success!


To access Progress Learning, you can visit our website or log on through Clever. Please contact your scholar’s teacher if you need assistance logging in.


To find welcome letters, brochures, and more, please visit C&I's webpage for helpful parent resources!

25-26 Yearbook Sales


RSPA's 2025-2026 Our Magical Journey yearbook is still on sale! Purchase your copy for $30 before the price increases on January 1st.


Also consider a special tribute to your scholar (any grade level) with a yearbook ad! Ads start at $15.


Visit entourageyearbooks.com to order yours or contact Mrs. Jackson for more information.

SNOW Day Rescheduled


Scholars who missed only three days of school or less from September 4th to December 18th will participate in the 2nd Annual SNOW Day Perfect Attendance Party. The party has been rescheduled to Friday, January 16th! Tap the flyer to see last year's SNOW Day recap!


Remember, students who miss 10 or more school days may receive an attendance behavior contract and could be subject to compulsory attendance laws. Also, 3 tardies are equivalent to one absence.


To view your scholar's attendance or grades, log in to your Parent Portal.

College & Career Convention 2026


RSPA's Annual College & Career Convention is scheduled for Thursday, February 19th! This year's theme is A Whole New Pathway to Your Future. College & career vendor registration is now open!

2nd Annual Tee Off


Gather your teams! A Whole New Swing: RSPA's 2nd Annual Tee Off Golf Tournament is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the beautiful Tour 18 Golf Course.


Register your team, sponsor the event, or donate raffle items - all in support of student enrichment, arts programming, and our capital campaign for a new campus building.


Don't hesitate to share our cause with your favorite local businesses!


Visit onecau.se/rspateeoff to get started or contact Ms. C. Henson for more information.

Campus Spirit Gear


Order your 25-26 RSPA Campus Spirit Gear! Long-sleeve and sweatshirt options are now available starting at $20 in sizes Youth Small to Adult 3XL. Visit the button below for more info.

If you're interested in joining the 25-26 committee, please complete the form below and join us for our monthly PTC Meeting on Wednesdays. Bring your fun spirit and ideas!

RSPA's New School-to-Home Communication Platform is here!


If you did not receive the email titled "Rhodes School for the Performing Arts invites you to join ParentSquare", please email communications@rhodesschool.org.Once you activate your account, you can use ParentSquare on any device.

DISTRICT RESOURCES

Do you have concerns about your child’s development?



If you have concerns about your child's learning, speech, or behavior, please contact our Special Populations Department by completing the referral form below.

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