Estefania Ruiz
Dear SPARK Families,
Happy October! We are excited to welcome a month filled with opportunities to learn, celebrate, and make special memories together. Our students have been working hard, and we look forward to sharing their progress with you!
I also want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who brought me a special gift, flowers, or a thoughtful note for Principal Appreciation Month. You made me feel so special and loved! I am truly thankful for each of you and feel fortunate to serve a community that fills our school with so much kindness.
This month, we can’t wait to welcome you to Open House on October 6, connect over KISS Lunch on October 13 and 15, and enjoy our Fall Festival on October 22, in collaboration with our secondary campus! These events are a wonderful way to spend time with your student, connect with our staff, and celebrate our North Forest community. Please keep an eye on ParentSquare for event details, reminders, and RSVP information.
Thank you for partnering with us and supporting your student’s learning each day. Your encouragement, involvement, and commitment to attendance help our students grow and succeed. We are grateful for the joy each family brings to our campus.
We look forward to seeing you throughout October and making this a memorable month together!
With appreciation,
Principal Labrie
🍂🎃 OUR FALL FESTIVAL IS COMING UP! 🎃🍂
North Forest Families, get ready for an evening full of fun, candy, laughter, and unforgettable memories! 🧡💜
Last year's Trunk-or-Treat was such an AMAZING experience, and we loved seeing our families come together, decorate their cars, and bring so much joy to our students! This year, we want to make it even BIGGER and BETTER, with even more exciting activities and surprises! 👻🍬
🚗 WE NEED OUR FAMILIES! 🚗
We are inviting parents and families to join the fun by decorating their trunks and passing out candy to our students! Whether you go all out with a creative theme or keep it simple, your participation helps make this event extra special for our little ones. We would LOVE to see our parking lot filled with decorated trunks!
Interested in hosting a trunk? Please complete the registration form below so we can save you a spot!
📝 Trunk Registration Form: Fall Festival 10/22/26 Trunk or Treat – Fill out form
Not decorating a trunk? THAT'S OKAY! We still want YOU there! Bring the whole family, dress up, collect candy, enjoy our concessions, participate in fun activities, and make some sweet fall memories with us! 🍁
📅 Thursday, October 22nd
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 YES Prep North Forest – Elementary & Secondary
This year, Elementary and Secondary are teaming up to bring our North Forest community together for an even more exciting Fall Festival!
Let's make this another unforgettable night for our students. We can't wait to see our families show up and show out! 🎃🧡
The more trunks, the more treats, and the more FUN! 🍭🚙
🍂🎃 ¡NUESTRO FESTIVAL DE OTOÑO YA SE ACERCA! 🎃🍂
¡Familias de North Forest, prepárense para una tarde llena de diversión, dulces, risas y recuerdos inolvidables! 🧡💜
¡El Trunk-or-Treat del año pasado fue una experiencia INCREÍBLE! Nos encantó ver a nuestras familias reunirse, decorar sus vehículos y llenar de alegría a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Este año queremos hacerlo aún MÁS GRANDE Y MEJOR, con más actividades emocionantes y sorpresas! 👻🍬
🚗 ¡NECESITAMOS A NUESTRAS FAMILIAS! 🚗
¡Invitamos a nuestros padres y familias a participar decorando las cajuelas de sus vehículos y repartiendo dulces a nuestros estudiantes! Ya sea que elijan una decoración muy creativa o algo sencillo, su participación ayudará a que este evento sea aún más especial para nuestros pequeños. ¡Nos ENCANTARÍA ver nuestro estacionamiento lleno de vehículos decorados!
¿Le gustaría participar decorando su vehículo y repartiendo dulces? ¡Complete el formulario de inscripción para reservar su espacio!
📝 Formulario de inscripción para Trunk-or-Treat: Fall Festival 10/22/26 Trunk or Treat – Fill out form
¿No va a decorar su vehículo? ¡NO SE PREOCUPE! ¡También queremos contar con su presencia! Traiga a toda la familia, vengan disfrazados, recojan dulces, disfruten de nuestros puestos de comida, participen en las actividades y creen hermosos recuerdos de otoño con nosotros. 🍁
📅 Jueves, 22 de octubre
⏰ 5:00–7:00 p. m.
📍 YES Prep North Forest – Primaria y Secundaria
¡Este año, nuestras escuelas primaria y secundaria se unen para ofrecerle a toda nuestra comunidad de North Forest un Festival de Otoño aún más emocionante!
¡Hagamos de esta otra noche inolvidable para nuestros estudiantes! ¡Estamos emocionados de ver a nuestras familias participar, divertirse y demostrar toda su creatividad! 🎃🧡
¡Entre más vehículos decorados, más dulces y MUCHA MÁS DIVERSIÓN! 🍭🚙
Uniform & Safety Policy Reminder
To help keep our students safe, Crocs and backless shoes are not allowed. Students participate in daily PE and outdoor recess, so closed-toe shoes with backs or sneakers are encouraged for safety.
Additionally, all backpacks must be clear. This helps us maintain a safe and secure school environment. Below are some examples of what students should come to school with:
✅ YES Prep branded shirts
✅ YES Prep outerwear (jackets or sweaters with the YES Prep logo)
✅ Any bottoms except leggings
We will be enforcing the uniform policy daily. Please help us by ensuring your child comes to school in the proper attire so they can focus on learning and stay safe during the day.
📌 Recordatorio de Política de Uniformes y Seguridad
Para mantener seguros a nuestros estudiantes, no se permiten Crocs ni zapatos sin respaldo. Los estudiantes tienen educación física y recreo al aire libre todos los días, por lo que se recomienda usar zapatos cerrados con respaldo o tenis deportivos.
Además, todas las mochilas deben ser transparentes. Esto nos ayuda a mantener un ambiente escolar seguro. Aquí algunos ejemplos de lo que los estudiantes deben traer a la escuela:
✅ Camisas con el logotipo de YES Prep
✅ Suéteres o chamarras con el logotipo de YES Prep
✅ Cualquier pantalón, excepto mallas/leggings
Estaremos reforzando esta política de uniformes todos los días. Por favor, ayúdenos asegurándose de que su hijo(a) venga vestido(a) apropiadamente para que pueda enfocarse en aprender y estar seguro(a) durante el día.
Student Meal Accommodation Process
YES Prep Child Nutrition is committed to supporting students who require meal accommodations due to a disability that affects their diet.
If your child needs a meal accommodation, please notify your campus and complete the required Medical Statement Form.
Please ensure all required sections of the Medical Statement Form are completed by the healthcare provider, including:
· An explanation of the student's disability, including how the condition restricts the student's diet and what major life activity is affected.
· A description of the accommodation(s) needed, including specific food or ingredient substitutions, if applicable.
How to Request a Meal Accommodation
1. Contact your campus to request a meal accommodation.
2. Complete the Medical Statement Form with your child's physician or registered dietitian
👉MealAccommodationFormSpanish.pdf
3. Submit the completed form to your school nurse or send it directly to:
Child.Nutrition@yesprep.org
Maria.Alvarado@yesprep.org
4. The Child Nutrition Department will review the request and coordinate the appropriate accommodation.
If you have questions regarding student meal accommodations, please contact the Child Nutrition Department at ChildNutrition@yesprep.org
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
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!
Follow Us!
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Instagram: @yesnorthforestes
Facebook: @yesprepnorthforestelementary
Hello, North Forest Elementary Families!
My name is Anabel Garcia, and I am the Family Association Representative at YES Prep North Forest Elementary. I help keep families informed about upcoming school events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved in our campus community.
If you have any questions or would like more information about volunteering or family engagement opportunities, please feel free to email me at FAR.NFE@yesprep.org. I look forward to connecting with you and partnering with our families throughout the school year!
Join the Family Association!
Interested in learning more about your campus Family Association?! Learn more about 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:
- Complete Raptor Application & Read the Volunteer Policy: Guidelines - YES Prep Public Schools
- English: https://bit.ly/3pz3pfb
- 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.
- This application is done every year and volunteers are alerted of application status through email.
- Completar Solicitud en Raptor y leer poliza de voluntario Guidelines - YES Prep Public Schools
- Español: https://bit.ly/3D6fwDv
- 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.
- La solicitud se hace cada año y se les notifica el estado de solicitud a través de correo electrónico a los voluntarios
Hello North Forest Elementary families!
My name is Ms.Sandoval. I am an LPC Associate with experience supporting children and families through counseling, crisis response, case management, and social-emotional learning. My goal is to help students feel safe, supported, and confident as they navigate academic and personal challenges.
If you ever have questions or would like to connect, I can be reached at (713) 924-5388 or ns01@yesprep.org. I look forward to partnering with you to support the well-being and growth of our students!
Hello, North Forest Elementary Families!
My name is Mrs. Watts, and I am the Special Education Manager at YES Prep North Forest Elementary. I am here to support our students and families and am happy to help answer any questions you may have regarding Special Education services.
If you ever need assistance or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me via email at nw01@yesprep.org. I look forward to partnering with you and supporting your child's success throughout the school year!
Clinica de Legacy
Terapeuta: Gloria Spampinato
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
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YES Prep Family Dashboard: https://www.yesprep.org/families/dashboards
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Link to PDF: https://bit.ly/3sv4ipS
- Family Notes
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