The Twain Times
Mark Twain Elementary School 
November 25, 2014

  

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On Monday, HISD held a final review of all magnet and specialty programs to identify programs that don't meet district enrollment criteria or state academic standards. The district decided to
place our magnet program on probation.

The committee felt, given the demographic trends, the percent of out-of-zone magnet students in our program is unlikely to increase in the coming years. The school will continue to offer the Literacy Development Center program and we are committed to continuing LDC in the future. We have always been able to face challenges and solve problems - we will continue to do so.

Please know that as a school community we are committed to provide quality curriculum and programs to meet the needs of all students. Our focus won't change: To provide your child with an enriching school experience that prepares him/her for future success.

If you are a current magnet student then your status will not change.  We are taking applications for the 2015-2016 school year. If you have questions, please contact our school office at (713) 295-5230.

The Book Fair was a grand success!  Thanks to Holly Lee and Jennifer Fernandez for coordinating a wonderful, child-centered event. It was simply wonderful watching the children buying books and walking down the hallways engrossed in those books. On behalf of the staff and students at Mark Twain - thanks so much!

Important announcements:

November 26-28: No school - Thanksgiving Holiday

December 10: Student Led Conferences after school

December 11: 4th grade Music Program - Annie.  The 4th grade guitars will play at 5:30 pm with the music program following at 6:30 pm.

December 15: Winter Strings Program

Flu season is in full swing at Mark Twain.  Our fantastic school nurse, Andrea Hill,  had a full clinic most of last week.  Please remember that if your child has a fever, we must send them home.  They need to be free of fever for 24 hours before returning to school. 

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Melissa Patin
Principal
Magnet Applications

Magnet applications are due Friday, December 19. 

You may apply online at www.hisdchoice.com or turn in a paper application to the school or schools you want to attend.

Dual Language Applications for Mark Twain are available at the front desk and due by Friday, December 19.
 
If you are zoned to Mark Twain, there is no need to fill out a Magnet application. For more information, please contact Janelle Wade at jwade@houstonisd.org or (713) 295-5230.

 

   

Happy Birthday! Birthday Grams! 

 

Make your child's birthday extra special with a birthday gram delivery by the 5th graders!  A cheery serenade, crown, blinking necklace and goodie bag is a great way to start the day.

 

Schedule now! Pick the week before or after if the birthday falls on the weekend or holiday. Schedule a Half-Birthday celebration for your summer birthday child. Did you know your teacher has a birthday too? Teachers receive a photo with the class in a stand and Starbucks gift card along with the serenade and optional crown. 

 

Only $20 - Order and pay online ($1.50 convenience fee). Hard copy order forms are available in the "Birthday Gram" box in PTO workroom or download here. All proceeds support the 5th grade promotion ceremony and celebration. For more information, contact Whitney Anderson wmanderson5@sbcglobal.net or Suzy Lattin 4lattins@gmail.com.

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