Dear SPARK Families, 

Happy February! As we move into a new month, we’re excited about the learning, celebrations, and growth happening across our school. 

February is Black History Month, a time when students will be learning about and celebrating the achievements, contributions, and impact of Black leaders, past and present. These lessons help us continue to build understanding, respect, and appreciation for our diverse community. 

We will also celebrate Valentine’s Day as a time to focus on kindness, friendship, and positive relationships. Teachers will share classroom-specific details as the day approaches. 

For our 3rd–5th grade families, February is an important month for academics. Please be sure to note upcoming testing dates, as consistent attendance and on-time arrival are critical to student success. More specific information will be shared by teachers, and we appreciate your support in helping students come to school well-rested and ready to do their best. 

We also want to remind families about our After School Tutorials, which provide additional academic support for students. These sessions are a great opportunity for extra practice and skill-building, and we encourage families to take advantage of this resource. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have questions about schedules or enrollment. 

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to a positive and productive February! 

 

College Fair Highlights 

On Wednesday, we hosted our first ever College Fair where 3rd-5th Graders learned about different colleges and universities.  Some of the institutions highlighted were: UCLA, Stanford, Vanderbuilt University, Sewanee College, University of Rochester, UT Austin and UT Rio Grande Valley, Texas A&M, and Boston University.  We are grateful to Anais Zumaya, Director of College Counseling at North Forest Secondary and the North Forest Secondary Student Legends that presented.  Please see the pics below! 

February 4th and 5th - 💘 Valentine’s Picture Fundraiser Announcement 💘

We will be selling $5 Valentine’s pictures as part of a school fundraiser. All proceeds will go directly to support our school.

📅 Picture Schedule:

• February 4th: PK–2nd Grade

• February 5th: 3rd–5th Grade, BASE, and SHINE

📸 Theme: 2K / 90s Style
Students will take fun Valentine-themed pictures with a retro 2000s/90s vibe.

Thank you for supporting our school!

We are excited to invite families to our KISS Lunch: Valentine’s Edition!
Please note that only 2 visitors per student are allowed. This may be both parents or one parent and one sibling. Due to limited space, we are unable to accommodate additional visitors.
📌 RSVP is required. Please complete THIS FORM so we can prepare accordingly.
Lunch Times by Grade Level:
Tuesday, February 10

• PK: 10:00 – 10:30 AM
• 2nd Grade: 10:45 – 11:15 AM
• 4th Grade: 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
• 5th Grade: 12:45 – 1:15 PM

Thursday, February 12

• 3rd: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
• Kinder: 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
• 1st: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PM

We recommend arriving a little early to allow time for check-in and seating.
📸 Polaroid Pictures will be available for purchase for $3 each as a sweet keepsake for you and your student.
We look forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day with you! 💕

February 13- Friendship Parties

Friendship Parties will take place on Friday, February 13 from 1:30-2:30.  Parents and families are able to bring food including pizza, cupcakes, and treats.  Please reach out to your child's teacher if you'd like to donate something to the class.  

February 16- Student/ Staff Holiday (No School)

This is a reminder that students in grades 3rd–5th will be taking their Common Assessments on the following dates:

• 📘 Reading: Wednesday, February 18

• 🔬 Science: Thursday, February 19

• ➗ Math: Tuesday, February 24

To help our students do their very best, please ensure your child:

• Arrives at school on time

• Remains at school for the full day

• Avoids early pick-up unless it is an excused emergency

Early pick-ups and late arrivals can cause unnecessary distractions and interruptions for students during testing.

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed!

 

Tennis Shoes & Tiaras Dance – February 20th! CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKET
Get ready for a magical evening of fun, music, and memories! All female students are invited to bring an important male figure in their lives—dad, uncle, grandfather, brother, or family friend—for a special night of dancing and celebration. 1 adult per family. Slip on your favorite tennis shoes, shine your tiara, and join us for an unforgettable event!

Event Schedule:

• 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm: For last names A–M (based on the male figure’s last name).
• 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm: For last names N–Z (based on the male figure’s last name).

The time you attend depends on the last name of the male figure attending with the student (dad, grandfather, uncle, brother, or other important male figure).

Baile de Tenis y Tiaras – ¡20 de febrero! 

¡Prepárate para una noche mágica llena de diversión, música y recuerdos inolvidables! Invitamos a todas las estudiantes femeninas a asistir con una figura masculina importante en sus vidas—papá, tío, abuelo, hermano o amigo de la familia—para disfrutar de una velada especial de baile y celebración. 1 invitado por familia. ¡Ponte tus tenis favoritos, ajusta tu tiara y acompáñanos para un evento inolvidable!

Horario del evento:

• 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm: Para apellidos A–M (basado en el apellido de la figura masculina).
• 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm: Para apellidos N–Z (basado en el apellido de la figura masculina).

La división de horarios se hará según el apellido del acompañante masculino (papá, abuelo, tío, hermano, etc.).

YES Prep North Forest Elementary invites our families to join us in celebrating Black History Month on Wednesday, February 25, from 4:30–5:30 PM.

During this special evening, students will showcase their learning through a Wax Museum, highlighting influential Black historical figures who have made a lasting impact on our world. Students will be sent home with a project, and a select number of students will be chosen to participate in the Wax Museum presentation.

We are also planning additional fun activities for families to enjoy together as we come together to learn, celebrate, and honor Black history and culture.

We hope you can join us for this meaningful and exciting event as we celebrate learning, history, and community together!

February 26- Early Dismissal 12:00pm 

February 27- No School for students - Staff Development 

More information on Parent Square.

Help Us Keep Our Campus Vandalism‑Free 

Families, 

We are asking for your partnership in helping us maintain a clean, safe, and vandalism‑free campus. Every week, we discover writing and drawing in our restrooms, and we want to remind all students about the importance of respecting school property and taking pride in our shared spaces. 

Please take a moment to talk with your child about: 

• Treating our school building with care 

• Reporting any vandalism they see 

• Making positive choices in shared spaces like restrooms, hallways, and classrooms 

Our goal is to keep NFE a place we are all proud of, and your support at home makes a big difference. Thank you for helping us reinforce these expectations and keep our campus welcoming for every student. 

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Ayúdenos a Mantener un Campus Libre de Vandalismo 

Familias, 

Les pedimos su apoyo para mantener nuestro campus limpio, seguro y libre de vandalismo. Cada semana encontramos dibujos y escritura en nuestros baños, y queremos recordarles a todos los estudiantes la importancia de respetar la propiedad de la escuela y cuidar los espacios que compartimos. 

Por favor, tómense un momento para hablar con su hijo(a) sobre: 

• Tratar el edificio escolar con cuidado 

• Reportar cualquier vandalismo que vean 

• Tomar decisiones positivas en los espacios compartidos como baños, pasillos y salones 

Nuestro objetivo es mantener a NFE como un lugar del cual todos podamos sentirnos orgullosos, y su apoyo desde casa hace una gran diferencia. Gracias por ayudarnos a reforzar estas expectativas y mantener nuestro campus acogedor para cada estudiante. 

 

Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year Are Open! 

Give your child a strong start, applications are now open!  

¡Dale a tu hijo(a) un gran comienzo, las solicitudes ya están abiertas! 

Classroom Birthday Celebration Guidelines 

To ensure we remain in compliance with child nutrition rules and regulations, only cupcakes are allowed for classroom birthday celebrations. Please note that pizza and other food items are not permitted. 

Classroom birthday celebrations take place once a week on Wednesdays at the end of the day. If you plan to send cupcakes, please drop them off at the front office by 1:45 PM on the day of the celebration so they can be delivered to the classroom in a timely manner. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher. Thank you for helping us keep celebrations fun and safe for all students! 

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Politica para Celebraciones de Cumpleaños en el Aula 

Para garantizar que cumplamos con las reglas y regulaciones del equipo de nutrición, solo se permiten cupcakes para las celebraciones de cumpleaños en el aula. Tenga en cuenta que no se permite pizza ni otros alimentos. 

Las celebraciones de cumpleaños en el aula se llevan a cabo una vez por semana, los miércoles al final del día. Si planea enviar cupcakes, por favor entréguelos en la oficina principal antes de la 1:45 p.m. el día de la celebración para asegurar que lleguen al aula a tiempo. 

Si tiene alguna pregunta por favor comuniquese con la maestra/el maestro de su estudiante. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener las celebraciones divertidas y seguras para todos los estudiantes! 

Breakfast and Lunch Menu:

To stay updated with what your student is being offered for breakfast and lunch, please visit: Weekly Menu - YES Prep Public Schools

If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us at ChildNutrition@yesprep.org

Join the Family Association!

Interested in learning more about your campus Family Association?! Learn more about family associations.

       YES Prep: Family Associations

 

 

 

 

 

 

To stay informed about the Family Association join us on WhatsApp: https://bit.ly/484KBEV

  Para mantenerse informado sobre la Asociación de Familias únete a nosotros en     WhatsApp:  https://bit.ly/484KBEV

Volunteer Background Check Process:

1. Complete Raptor Application & Read the Volunteer Policy: Guidelines - YES Prep Public Schools 
   • English: https://bit.ly/3pz3pfb
2. Application takes 2-10 days for processing and DCOs (Ops Team) have access to the Raptor report identifying who is approved to volunteer on campus.
3. This application is done every year and volunteers are alerted of application status through email.

1. Completar Solicitud en Raptor y leer poliza de voluntario Guidelines - YES Prep Public Schools 
   • Español: https://bit.ly/3D6fwDv
2. La solicitud tarda 2-10 días para procesar y para que la directora de operaciones y el equipo de operaciones tenga acceso al reporte de Raptor para identificar quienes han sido aprobados para ser voluntarios en la escuela.
3. La solicitud se hace cada año y se les notifica el estado de solicitud a través de correo electrónico a los voluntarios 

 

 

Therapist: Gloria Spampinato

Behavioral Health Representative: Magdalena “Maggie” Castillo

To schedule an appointment with the Behavioral Health team, you may contact 713-814-3557.

We look forward to working with you and your kid(s).

Clinica de Legacy

Terapeuta: Gloria Spampinato

Representante de Salud del Comportamiento: Magdalena "Maggie" Castillo

Para programar una cita con el equipo de Salud del Comportamiento, puede comunicarse al 713-814-3557.

Esperamos trabajar con usted y su(s) hijo(s).

Legacy School-Based Health Care Direct Number 281-628-2083

• YES Prep Family Dashboard: https://www.yesprep.org/families/dashboards  

• Link to PDF: https://bit.ly/3sv4ipS