Subject: Important Dates: Spring STAAR Testing Dear HES Families, Spring STAAR testing is just around the corner! To help our students feel prepared and focused, please take note of the upcoming testing schedule: • Thursday, April 9: 3rd Grade RLA • Tuesday, April 14: 4th Grade RLA • Wednesday, April 15: 5th Grade RLA How you can help: • Rest & Fuel: Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep and eats a healthy breakfast. • Attendance: Please ensure students arrive at school on time. • Quiet Campus: To maintain a calm testing environment, we limit visitors and hallway disruptions on these days. Please avoid picking up students early or scheduling appointments during testing hours if possible. Thank you for your continued support and for encouraging your child to do their very best
Hempstead Elementary is so excited to welcome parents back to the lunch table! Get ready to share a meal with your child and make new memories. See you there on Friday, April 10 🍏 #HempsteadTogether #ParentLunch #SchoolCommunity

Bobcat Families,
As we get closer to the STAAR test, please encourage your child to attend tutoring if they signed up. These last few weeks are very important, and students are receiving targeted support and strategies to help them be successful.
Tutoring will take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays after school until 5:00 p.m., from March 23 through April 23.
Thank you for your support as we finish strong!
As we get closer to the STAAR test, please encourage your child to attend tutoring if they signed up. These last few weeks are very important, and students are receiving targeted support and strategies to help them be successful.
Tutoring will take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays after school until 5:00 p.m., from March 23 through April 23.
Thank you for your support as we finish strong!

Today was one of those heart-full days 💛
I always enjoy my visits to the elementary campus, but today was extra special. I had the honor of recognizing 7 incredible 3rd graders with their National Math Star medals and letters to take home, such a proud moment for them (and for us too)! 🏅✨
I stuck around a little longer to spend time with students during their GT pull-out, and let me tell you… The creativity was on full display! They were designing and building mazes, testing different obstacles and materials to explore friction and movement. Hands-on learning at its best!
Moments like these are a great reminder of why we do what we do, supporting curiosity, celebrating achievement, and watching our students shine. 🌟
#BobcatPride #GTStudents #STEMinAction #FutureThinkers #HempsteadISD
I always enjoy my visits to the elementary campus, but today was extra special. I had the honor of recognizing 7 incredible 3rd graders with their National Math Star medals and letters to take home, such a proud moment for them (and for us too)! 🏅✨
I stuck around a little longer to spend time with students during their GT pull-out, and let me tell you… The creativity was on full display! They were designing and building mazes, testing different obstacles and materials to explore friction and movement. Hands-on learning at its best!
Moments like these are a great reminder of why we do what we do, supporting curiosity, celebrating achievement, and watching our students shine. 🌟
#BobcatPride #GTStudents #STEMinAction #FutureThinkers #HempsteadISD






☀️🎉 Field Day is Coming to Hempstead Elementary! 🎉☀️
Our 3rd–5th Grade Field Day will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, and we are ready for a day full of fun, games, and excitement!
🎟 Admission = 400 ROAR Bucks
💦 Dunking Booth = 30 ROAR Bucks
🏎 Mario Kart Ride = 50 ROAR Bucks
🍿 Concessions will be available
Students may bring cash to purchase snacks.
Accepted bills: $1, $5, $10, and $20 (no bills larger than $20).
🚫 Students assigned ISS, suspension, or DAEP starting March 18 through Field Day will not be permitted to attend.
🚫 Students showing poor classroom behavior may also lose the privilege to attend.
🙋 Registered parents & PTO members may volunteer.
Parents must register in the front office by April 24 to participate.
For questions, please contact Mrs. Givens.
Let’s get ready for an awesome Field Day! 💚🐾
Our 3rd–5th Grade Field Day will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, and we are ready for a day full of fun, games, and excitement!
🎟 Admission = 400 ROAR Bucks
💦 Dunking Booth = 30 ROAR Bucks
🏎 Mario Kart Ride = 50 ROAR Bucks
🍿 Concessions will be available
Students may bring cash to purchase snacks.
Accepted bills: $1, $5, $10, and $20 (no bills larger than $20).
🚫 Students assigned ISS, suspension, or DAEP starting March 18 through Field Day will not be permitted to attend.
🚫 Students showing poor classroom behavior may also lose the privilege to attend.
🙋 Registered parents & PTO members may volunteer.
Parents must register in the front office by April 24 to participate.
For questions, please contact Mrs. Givens.
Let’s get ready for an awesome Field Day! 💚🐾

☀️🎉 Field Day is Coming to Hempstead Elementary! 🎉☀️
Our K–2nd Grade Field Day will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, and we are excited for a day full of fun, games, and activities for our students!
🎟 Admission = 300 ROAR Bucks
🎨 Scratch Art = 25 ROAR Bucks
🎨 Paint w/ a twist tile/canvas = 25–50 ROAR Bucks
🍿 Concessions will be available
Students may bring cash for snacks.
Accepted bills: $1, $5, $10, and $20 (no bills larger than $20).
🚫 Students assigned ISS, suspension, or DAEP starting March 18 through Field Day will not be permitted to attend.
🚫 Students with poor classroom behavior may also lose the privilege to attend.
🙋 Registered parents & PTO members may volunteer.
Parents must register in the front office by April 24 to participate.
For questions, please contact Mrs. Givens.
Let’s get ready for a great Field Day! 💚🐾
Our K–2nd Grade Field Day will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, and we are excited for a day full of fun, games, and activities for our students!
🎟 Admission = 300 ROAR Bucks
🎨 Scratch Art = 25 ROAR Bucks
🎨 Paint w/ a twist tile/canvas = 25–50 ROAR Bucks
🍿 Concessions will be available
Students may bring cash for snacks.
Accepted bills: $1, $5, $10, and $20 (no bills larger than $20).
🚫 Students assigned ISS, suspension, or DAEP starting March 18 through Field Day will not be permitted to attend.
🚫 Students with poor classroom behavior may also lose the privilege to attend.
🙋 Registered parents & PTO members may volunteer.
Parents must register in the front office by April 24 to participate.
For questions, please contact Mrs. Givens.
Let’s get ready for a great Field Day! 💚🐾

🍕🎉 Celebrating Success in 5th Grade Math! 🎉🍕
Students in Ms. Donald’s Triad 5th Grade Math class earned a well-deserved pizza and movie party for scoring Meets or Masters on their Math Module 4 Mid-Module or End-of-Module assessments, courtesy of their awesome teacher! 👏📊
These students have been working incredibly hard to reach their goals, and their dedication truly paid off. Their growth and achievement show just how powerful effort and perseverance can be! 💪✨
Keep striving, 5th grade! Continue to aim higher and push toward even greater heights. We are so proud of each and every one of you! 🌟📚#TriadExcellence #5thGradeSuccess #HardWorkPaysOff #MathMasters
Students in Ms. Donald’s Triad 5th Grade Math class earned a well-deserved pizza and movie party for scoring Meets or Masters on their Math Module 4 Mid-Module or End-of-Module assessments, courtesy of their awesome teacher! 👏📊
These students have been working incredibly hard to reach their goals, and their dedication truly paid off. Their growth and achievement show just how powerful effort and perseverance can be! 💪✨
Keep striving, 5th grade! Continue to aim higher and push toward even greater heights. We are so proud of each and every one of you! 🌟📚#TriadExcellence #5thGradeSuccess #HardWorkPaysOff #MathMasters






Parents please be advised that Picture day will be Tuesday 3/3/26.

Spring and Class Group Picture Day March 3, 2026

🎉🌟 February V.I.P. Celebration! 🌟🎉
This week, we proudly celebrated our February V.I.P. Most Improved Students from all grade levels! 🏆 These outstanding students were selected by their teachers in recognition of their academic and/or behavioral growth.
Our honorees enjoyed a special celebration complete with 🍕 pizza, 🧃 juice, and snack bags filled with goodies..all courtesy of our amazing PTO. (Thank you for your continued support!) Each student also received a keepsake certificate to commemorate their achievement.
We are incredibly proud of our young scholars and the growth they continue to show each day. 👏📚
Congratulations again! Keep up the great work, Bobcats!! 🐾💚 #BobcatPride #StudentSuccess #VIPCelebration #GrowingAndRewarding
This week, we proudly celebrated our February V.I.P. Most Improved Students from all grade levels! 🏆 These outstanding students were selected by their teachers in recognition of their academic and/or behavioral growth.
Our honorees enjoyed a special celebration complete with 🍕 pizza, 🧃 juice, and snack bags filled with goodies..all courtesy of our amazing PTO. (Thank you for your continued support!) Each student also received a keepsake certificate to commemorate their achievement.
We are incredibly proud of our young scholars and the growth they continue to show each day. 👏📚
Congratulations again! Keep up the great work, Bobcats!! 🐾💚 #BobcatPride #StudentSuccess #VIPCelebration #GrowingAndRewarding







Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a quick reminder that our 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students will be taking their Reading Language Arts (RLA) Benchmark exams tomorrow and the following day.
These benchmark assessments are valuable check-ins that help our teachers measure student progress, identify areas where we can offer more support, and ensure everyone is on track for success later in the year.
Testing Schedule
* Dates: Wednesday, February 25th and Thursday, February 26th
* Grades: 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
* Subject: Reading Language Arts (RLA)
How You Can Help Your Child Prepare
While students should simply try their best without stressing, you can help set them up for a great testing day at home:
* Prioritize Rest: Ensure they get a full, good night’s sleep before both testing days.
* Fuel Up: Provide a healthy, filling breakfast in the morning.
* Be on Time: Make sure your student arrives at school promptly so they can settle in and feel relaxed before testing begins.
* Encourage Them: Remind them that this is just a tool to show what they know, and all we ask is that they give it their best effort!
Thank you,
William Jeffery
Principal
Parents please see the important dates - Parent Townhall Dates for Third Future Schools :
Town Hall Meeting Dates :
February 11
March 3
April 14
May 1
Town Hall Meeting Dates :
February 11
March 3
April 14
May 1
Parents ,
There will be no Kingdom Kids on 2/13/26. Happy Valentines Day!
There will be no Kingdom Kids on 2/13/26. Happy Valentines Day!
💯🎉 We Celebrated the 100th Day of School! 🎉💯
Yesterday was the 100th day of school, and our students and teachers had a blast dressing like they were 100 years old! From gray hair and glasses to canes and classic style, the creativity and fun were everywhere.
We loved celebrating 100 days of learning, growing, and success at Hempstead Elementary. Our Bobcats are officially 100 days smarter! 💚✨
#HempsteadElementary #100DaysOfSchool #100DaysSmarter #BobcatPride #TogetherWeShine
Yesterday was the 100th day of school, and our students and teachers had a blast dressing like they were 100 years old! From gray hair and glasses to canes and classic style, the creativity and fun were everywhere.
We loved celebrating 100 days of learning, growing, and success at Hempstead Elementary. Our Bobcats are officially 100 days smarter! 💚✨
#HempsteadElementary #100DaysOfSchool #100DaysSmarter #BobcatPride #TogetherWeShine





Spring and Class Group Picture Day March 3, 2026

💯🎉 100 Days of School! Dress Like You’re 100 Years Old! 🎉💯
The 100th day of school is coming up at Hempstead Elementary, and we’re getting ready to celebrate in style!
👵👴 On the 100th day (Feb 9th), students are invited to dress like they’re 100 years old! Think gray hair, glasses, suspenders, pearls, canes, and lots of creativity!
We can’t wait to see our Bobcats looking “100 days smarter” and having so much fun celebrating this special milestone! 💚✨
#HempsteadElementary #100DaysOfSchool #100DaysSmarter #DressLike100 #BobcatPride #TogetherWeShine

💚✨ School Counselor Appreciation Week! ✨💚
This week, we are excited to celebrate and recognize our amazing school counselor, Mrs. Givens!
Mrs. Givens goes above and beyond every day to support our students’ academic success, social growth, and emotional well-being. We are so thankful for her kindness, guidance, and dedication to our Bobcats at Hempstead Elementary.
Thank you, Mrs. Givens, for all that you do. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🌟🐾
#CounselorAppreciationWeek #ThankYouMrsGivens #HempsteadElementary #BobcatPride #TogetherWeShine
This week, we are excited to celebrate and recognize our amazing school counselor, Mrs. Givens!
Mrs. Givens goes above and beyond every day to support our students’ academic success, social growth, and emotional well-being. We are so thankful for her kindness, guidance, and dedication to our Bobcats at Hempstead Elementary.
Thank you, Mrs. Givens, for all that you do. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🌟🐾
#CounselorAppreciationWeek #ThankYouMrsGivens #HempsteadElementary #BobcatPride #TogetherWeShine


Parents we will not have afterschool tutorials the week of 2/9 through 2/13.

Did you know:
Your family can learn Hands-Only CPR and other lifesaving skills when you sign up for Kids Heart Challenge?
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· Immediate action during a cardiac arrest can double or triple the chances of survival?
· Kids as young as 4 can be a part of the chain of survival?
· Kids as young as 9 have the strength to perform compressions?
Your family can learn Hands-Only CPR and other lifesaving skills when you sign up for Kids Heart Challenge?
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12402&pg=company&company_id=532333
· Immediate action during a cardiac arrest can double or triple the chances of survival?
· Kids as young as 4 can be a part of the chain of survival?
· Kids as young as 9 have the strength to perform compressions?

💙 Together, we can build a future full of ❤️ heart health, 💰 funding for research, and 🌟 hope for families everywhere!
When you support Kids Heart Challenge, you’re helping students learn healthy habits while making a real difference in our communities.
👉 Sign up and support today at http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12402&pg=company&company_id=532333
When you support Kids Heart Challenge, you’re helping students learn healthy habits while making a real difference in our communities.
👉 Sign up and support today at http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12402&pg=company&company_id=532333

