November 26, 2023

Message From the Principal

Good evening Lovett families.

I hope you have all had an amazing Thanksgiving break! I'm excited to see my kiddos tomorrow as we enjoy the next four weeks of school before we close out 2023.

Tomorrow when dropping off you will notice security updates to the school. In compliance with Texas updated safety codes for schools, all exterior doors facing the street have been reinforced with an extra safety gate. This provides an additional layer of protection to keep our students and staff safe. At the front entrance on Jason street, we will have two secure areas. Once completed you will ring to enter the first set of gates and then again to enter the office. We ask that you make sure to look into the camera when ringing so we can clearly see. While our front office staff is great with recognizing our parents, they might not recognize all, so please be patient if asked to identify yourself and the purpose for visiting. I am looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!

Coffee with the Principal this week! Friday December 1st @ 8:00 am

Volunteer Opportunities

AUCTION

Want to volunteer or contribute at Lovett but not sure where or how? Join the Auction planning team! We have a Kindergarten parent who's stepped up to the plate and is Chairing the event. A huge thanks to Mary Kidd for leading the charge! She needs help with ideas, planning, auction logistics, etc.

If you like to throw parties this committee is for you! Find a spot and join the fun!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4FAEAC2CA6F94-45598816-spring?useFullSite=true#/

NEW GT Testing Information Update - Deadline to Apply is December 8th

If your student is entering Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year and is applying to a Vanguard Magnet campus or currently in grades Kindergarten - 12 and is interested in gifted and talented identification or attending a school that requires gifted and talented identification for admissions, you may do so now! Please visit the Gifted & Talented webpage to complete an online testing request form.

To ensure families have all the information they need before the application and lottery process closes, you MUST request testing for your child no later than December 8, 2023.

Please note that parents of second-grade students or students who have previously been identified as gifted and talented do not need to request additional testing.

Please email Lauren Adams ladams12@houstonisd.org with any questions.

Entering Kindergarten Testing Request Link: https://houstonisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2gY82exo7830qgu?Q_R=R_2YfjD4JdBXzs0bn&Q_R_DEL=1%20K-12%20Testing%20Request%20Link:%20https://houstonisd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dpepOeppgrCW5LM

Words from the Wraparound Specialist

Hello Lovett Owls!

The Wraparound Specialist works to address each scholar's needs and supports critical issues of students and families such as food, clothing, hygiene products, school supplies, legal support and other things that adversely affect their ability to learn. If you are in need of any assistance, please complete a Student Assistance Form (SAF) at www.houstonisdSAF.com or you can always email me at cprince3@houstonisd.org.

Magnet Update

The Office of School Choice is finalizing the 2024-2025 School Choice Application dates. Rest assured, I will promptly share these dates with you as soon as they become available.

Magnet Thursday Tours
All magnet campuses will offer face-to-face tours on the following days:
October 19
October 26
November 2
November 9
November 16
November 30
December 7
Elementary and K-8 campuses will offer tours at 9:00 a.m.
Secondary and 6-12 campuses will offer tours at 1:00 p.m.

School Choice Fairs
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday, October 28th at Northside High School
Saturday, November 4th at Westside High School
Saturday, November 11th at Bellaire High School
Saturday, December 2nd at Milby High School
Saturday, March 21 at Lamar High School

Please note, that current Lovett students on a Magnet transfer, DO NOT reapply to Lovett to keep their Magnet seat. This information is primarily for our 5th-grade families moving on to middle school next year and any families that might be looking to transfer.

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Adams, Magnet Coordinator.
ladams12@houstonisd.org
713-295-5258

HISD School Choice

Shop at Tom Foolery this week and give back to Lovett!

401 Spirit Night This Tuesday!

Enjoy dinner at The 401 for a Lovett Spirit Night on Tuesday, November 28th from 4pm to 9pm. 20% of all food sales on dine-in, take out, curbside pickup, and delivery orders will be donated to the PTO when Lovett is mentioned!

Attention Fifth Grade Parents

Upcoming Magnet Tours

Last Chance to Register!

Bellaire High School Soccer Clinic

Bellaire Women's Soccer is putting on a soccer clinic for boys and girls Kinder through 6th grade. Click HERE to register.

Lovett Elementary Parents and Teachers Lovett Elementary School PTO

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Reminders

Online Resources

VIPS Certification

You must be VIPS Certified to volunteer on campus or join your student for lunch.
HISD VIPS

Sign Up for Moms and Dads Clubs!

EXTENDED DAY

Extended day started the second day of school. Your child must be registered to attend. Please see registration link below. If you have questions about extended day, please contact Mrs. Sims.
Extended Day Registration