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Dear Hobby Sparks Families,
Hobby Sparks, February has been an amazing month filled with fun and educational events! 🎉 From celebrating Black History Month to engaging activities, we’ve enjoyed every moment with our students and families.
But the excitement doesn’t stop here—get ready for March Madness! 📚🏀
🔹 Reading Night – March 26 📖✨
🔹 Parent-Teacher Conferences – March 24 🏫👩🏫
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. We can’t wait to see you there!
A warm thank you to the Parent Association for your unwavering support of Hobby Elementary! Your dedication, time, and resources have made a significant impact on our school community. To show our appreciation, we’re inviting all parents to join us for our Parent Appreciation Breakfast on March 19th. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn more about how to make learning fun and easy for your little SPARK. Come enjoy a morning of conversation, tips, and inspiration as we work together to support your child’s growth and success. We can’t wait to see you there!
Principal Maxey
Ms. Maxey
Kindness: Sparks are kind to each other and know that we must work together to create a joyful community. Kindness requires us to be thoughtful about what our teammates need. We treat ourselves and others with respect and dignity.![]()
DRESS CODE
Following the school dress policy is important in maintaining a focused and respectful learning environment. We appreciate your support in ensuring students come to school in the appropriate attire every day. Let’s work together to set them up for success! 👕📚
Bus transportation for eligible pre-K 4 students
We have great news! Starting in the 2025-2026 school year (SY 25-26), YES Prep will offer bus transportation for eligible pre-K 4 students. This update makes it easier for families with younger children to get to school safely and on time.
Who Qualifies for PK4 Bus Transportation?
To be eligible, PK4 students must:
Have a sibling in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5) attending the same YES Prep elementary school.
Live in the same household as their K-5 sibling (as verified in Skyward). Extended family members like cousins, aunts, or uncles do not qualify.
If the sibling attends a YES Prep secondary school, the PK4 student will not qualify for transportation.
For safety, all PK4 students will have assigned seating on the bus.
How To Sign Up
Families who want transportation for their PK4 student in SY 25-26 must complete the Transportation Registration Form in March 2025.
Returning families will complete the form through Skyward.
New families will complete the form through SchoolMint.
Why Are We Expanding Transportation?
We know how important reliable transportation is for families. Expanding our bus services to PK4 students will help more students access a high-quality, college-ready education at YES Prep.
Questions?
Check out our FAQ or contact your school for more details. Thank you for being a part of the YES Prep family—we look forward to welcoming even more students in the upcoming school year!
🎉 Our Black History Month Program Was a Huge Success! 🎉
Hobby Sparks, we had an amazing time celebrating Black History Month! From powerful performances to inspiring lessons, we learned so much while having fun together. ❤️💛💚
A huge thank you to all the students, teachers, staff, and families who participated and made this event unforgettable. Your energy, support, and enthusiasm truly brought this celebration to life!
Let’s continue to honor and learn from Black history every day. 💡✨
📢 Black History Month Spirit Week is Coming Up!
February 24-28th
Hobby Sparks, get ready to celebrate Black History Month with Spirit Week! This is a time to honor the achievements, culture, and history of Black Americans who have shaped our world. We encourage all students to participate by dressing up each day to show their support and appreciation.
Stay tuned for the daily themes and let’s make this a week full of learning, unity, and fun! 🎭📚✨
#BHM #SpiritWeek #HobbySparks
Every School Day Counts for Your Child's Success!
Regular attendance helps your child learn and grow!
With assessments happening now, it’s even more important to be at school every day. Talk to your child about the value of showing up, set a routine, and stay connected with their teacher if they need support.
Together, we can help them shine!
Visit https://bit.ly/YPtesting to learn more about YES Prep's upcoming testing.
What is Special Education?
Special education is a program designed to ensure that students with learning challenges or disabilities receive the individualized support they need to succeed. Each child is unique, and special education helps us meet students where they are, whether they need adjustments to the curriculum, one-on-one support, or specific resources to thrive academically and socially.
If a student qualifies for special education, we work closely with families to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan. This plan outlines specific goals, services, and accommodations that will support the child’s development and learning in a way that suits their strengths and addresses any challenges. These services might include specialized instruction, speech therapy, counseling, or other supports tailored to their needs.
Our goal is to create an inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported, valued, and able to reach their fullest potential. Special education is one way we help all students grow and succeed."
If you would like to request services for your child, please complete this form.
SPECIAL EDUCATION REFERRAL FORM
-Note from Principal Maxey
Greetings Parents!
We will be starting a new unit in SEL this week for all grade levels. We will be discussing the following topics:
Being A Good Listener
Talking Back and Forth
Different From Home
Speaking Up
Being A Team
Front Office Hours
📅Monday- Friday: 7:00AM-2:30PM
☎️Front Office Phone Number: (713)-924-0583
PM Pick Up: Please be sure to have the appropriate transportation tag to pick up your student. Car Riders, Walkers, and Pop Squad all have different tags. Reminder, if you need to change your mode of transportation, you need to fill out this form before 12pm: Temporary Transportation Change Form. Any same day changes, that are not communicated before 12pm, will have to wait until after 3:20 to be accommodated.