March 2022
SPRING is almost in the air!  

Hello RSPA Family and Friends,

We are a third of the way into the new year, and our staff and scholars are chugging along to the finish line. This month we have many exciting activities planned for our scholars. They will continue their Field Experiences, engage in STAAR camps, enjoy Literacy Week, and even get to participate in a Career Fair.  

With STAAR testing within arms reach for our 3rd-6th grade scholars, the district has started “Sensational Saturday” Tutoring Camps. These camps help close the learning gaps that have developed due to the COVID pandemic. Many of our students meet the HB4545 requirements due to low or no test scores, and our Saturday tutorials are designed to help meet that requirement.  

We also have the after-school CASE Grant tutorials from 4:00 to 5:00p, Monday-Thursday. If you are interested in signing your scholar up, please contact their teacher for more information.  

Parents, please continue to send your scholar to school every day. Our attendance looks excellent, and we must maintain 97% attendance or better daily. Also, make sure that your child arrives on time and remains at school the entire day. They miss out on valuable learning opportunities when they aren’t in class. 

RSPA family and friends, THANK YOU for your continued support as my staff and I grow our Northshore Tigers into life-long learners and high achievers.  

Every child, Every Day, 100% of the time!


Lakesha Winslow, M. Ed.
Northshore Campus Principal 
Feb 28th - March 4th:
  • Literacy Week
  • District-Based Assessment #3

March 1st: Coffee with the Counselor - 9:00a
  • Zoom Meeting ID: 938 2147 6311
  • Passcode: 1234

March 3rd: Virtual PTC Meeting - 6:30p
  • Meeting ID: 499 219 7202 
  • Passcode: Ky8ZVE

March 7th-11th:
  • National School Breakfast Week
  • Baker Monday - Wear your best apron outfit with an apron & chef hat.
  • Musical Tuesday - Dress in your favorite genre of music.
  • Artistic Wednesday - Wear your favorite color to school.
  • Creative Coding Thursday - Dress in your nerdiest outfit.
  • Whimsical Writer Friday - Dress as your favorite book character.
  • College & Career Week
  • Monday - "When I Grow Up": Dress up & show the world what you'll be someday.
  • Tuesday - "Our Future is Bright”: Wear your sunglasses & bright colors.
  • Wednesday - “Dress for Success Day'': Dress to impress.
  • Thursday - “Hats Off to College & Career Readiness”: Wear your favorite hat/cap. 
  • Friday - “Team Up for College'': Wear your favorite college T-shirt or colors.

March 8th: "Pow Wow with the Principal" Virtual Chat - 9:00a & 6:00p
  • Zoom Meeting ID: 354 115 2447
  • No Passcode Required

March 9th: College & Career Convention - 9:00-1:00p Humble Campus

March 14th-18th: Spring Break

March 25th: Report Cards Go Home 
The Rhodes School for the Performing Arts Fine Arts Department is preparing for this year’s Spring Recitals. Scholars K – 8th Grade will be participating in the recitals. Below you will find letters previously sent home regarding recital dates, required attire, and other important information.
To report all COVID matters, you must take the following steps:

1) If your scholar tests positive or becomes exposed to a positive case, please send an email to covidresponse@rhodesschool.org & include the following information:

  • your scholar's name, grade, & teacher
  • your scholar's test results or explanation of close contact
  • whether or not your scholar is well enough to complete work from home

2) Follow the steps in the flowchart below based on your particular COVID-19 case.

3) Your campus counselor will contact you with additional instructions regarding attendance and/or details for Remote Conferencing. Please do not lose your RC opportunity by not reporting your COVID matters.

4) To confirm excused absences, please send an excuse note with your scholar upon returning to campus.

Your scholar's attendance matters! Take a look at the handouts below for tips on how to keep your scholar's attendance on track.
To report all positive & exposed COVID-19 cases, please email covidresponse@rhodesschool.org.
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Parent Reminders

Testing Tibits:
Parents, we are approaching the testing season and we want to ensure all of our scholars are well prepared. Here are some testing tips:

  1. Get enough sleep the night before the test.
  2. Prepare for the test by studying over your notes from class.
  3. Take your time and read your test carefully.
  4. Always give a 100% on the test.

Upcoming STAAR Testing Dates:
  • May 5th: 5th grade Science 
  • May 10th: 3rd - 6th grade Math 
  • May 11th: 3rd - 6th grade Reading


Tutorials:
We have after-school tutorials Monday - Thursday from 3:45- 4:45 for 3rd - 6th grade. This is a great way for your scholar to receive help in Math and Reading. If you want your scholar to attend, please email Mrs. Akers: sakers@rhodesschool.org.
Nurse’s Notes: 
Parents, immunizations must be up-to-date (or a current affidavit must be on file to exempt a student from receiving immunizations) for a student to remain enrolled in school.
Also, if your child has to borrow a school uniform, please return them back to the school. 


Parent Pick-Up & Drop-Off Times:
Morning drop-off time is at 7:15a and early pick-up ends at 2:50p daily. If you need early drop-off or late pick-up, Crayon Club (6:00a-6:00p) is available for a fee. Thank you for your strict adherence to this policy.

Attendance:
Please make sure that your child attends school daily. It is imperative to their academic success and growth in school. Just as a reminder: 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.

Intent to Return:
Parents, please check your email or log in to your SchoolMint account for your intent to return option. If you are asked for an access code, please ensure you are attempting to log in to your original account. If you don't remember your credentials, hit "forgot password" & follow the necessary steps. You can also request your username by emailing admissions@rhodesschool.org.

Campus Report Cards:
Your Campus Report Cards are now available to view! Visit rhodesschool.org, download the report here, or grab a copy from the school’s front office.

To receive campus updates, text @RSPANS to 81010. You must include the "@".
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