Head of School’s Blog

A Christmas Prayer

Greetings Titan family,

This is the last Friday message until we return in January. Therefore, in the spirit of the season and as a final message of 2022, I want to share Christmas Prayer by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Loving Father, Help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds, and worship of the wise men.

Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting. Deliver us from evil by the blessing which Christ brings, and teach us to be merry with clear hearts.

May the Christmas morning make us happy to be thy children, and Christmas evening bring us to our beds with grateful thoughts, forgiving and forgiven, for Jesus’ sake.

Amen.

Here are some other important items for the week.

Soup Drive Collection

We are currently collecting cans of soup as an extension of our recent food drive. Please consider donating canned or packaged soup. All collections will be sent to Humble Area Assistance Ministries (HAAM). The deadline for donating is December 15.

Holiday Events

Thursday, December 15 will be our school-wide Christmas events day. From 11am – noon, grade levels will have planned Christmas activities (details will be shared through your class’ TPA representative and/or teacher). On the same day, we will have our Christmas musical performance in the gym. The show will begin at 1:00pm. The gym will be ready for families to begin entering at 12:30. Please do not arrive to find a seat before 12:30.

Students with family in attendance will be allowed to check out of school after the event with an authorized family member. Otherwise, it is a full day of school with the usual 3:30 dismissal.

*IMPORTANT PARKING REQUEST*

We anticipate a large crowd for the Christmas event. If at all possible, please try to arrive in one car to make sure we have enough parking for everyone. We recognize that such a request is not possible for some families, but if it is, please do so.

Titan Academy

We will NOT have Titan Academy enrichments or after school care on Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Preview of January/February

Once we return from Christmas Break, we will be quite busy. January includes many admissions related items including:

• Open House
• Titan for a Day (1st – 5th grade)
• Titan for a Day (3K-K)
• Step Up Day

In February, highlights include:

• Annual Play Day
• 2023-2024 Re-Enrollment
• Winter Break
• Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast
• Go Texan Day

It’s a great time to be a Titan,

Soup Drive and Holiday Events

Greetings Titan family,

The period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is one of excitement and wonder for children (and adults). At school, these weeks are ones in which the balance between recognizing that excitement and moving forward academically can be a challenge at times. Routines, clear expectations, and a sprinkling of fun activities go a long way towards making these weeks both productive and delightful.

Here are some other important items for the week.

Soup Drive Collection

We are currently collecting cans of soup as an extension of our recent food drive. Please consider donating canned or packaged soup. All collections will be sent to Humble Area Assistance Ministries (HAAM). The deadline for donating is December 15.

Holiday Events

Thursday, December 15 will be our school-wide Christmas events day. That morning, grade levels will have planned Christmas activities (details will be shared through your class’ TPA representative and/or teacher). On the same day, we will have our Christmas musical performance in the gym. The show will begin at 1:00pm. Students with family in attendance will be allowed to check out of school after the event with an authorized family member. Otherwise, it is a full day of school with the usual 3:30 dismissal.

Titan Academy

We will NOT have Titan Academy enrichments or after school care on Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Preview of January/February

Once we return from Christmas Break, we will be quite busy. January includes many admissions related items including:

• Open House
• Titan for a Day (1st – 5th grade)
• Titan for a Day (3K-K)
• Step Up Day

In February, highlights include:

• Annual Play Day
• 2023-2024 Re-Enrollment
• Winter Break
• Shrove Tuesday Pancake Breakfast
• Go Texan Day

It’s a great time to be a Titan,

With Gratitude

Greetings Titan family,

This morning, we held our Grandparents and Special Friends program. Thank you to everyone who visited. We love hosting events and hope you are able to join us again in December when we host a special Christmas program.

On behalf of the faculty and staff, I wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving Break.

Here are some other important items for the week.

December Friday Feasts

December Friday Feasts registration is now open. Please use this link to sign up. This sign up includes the first January feast, too.

Admissions Open House

We are hosting an Open House for prospective families on Monday, November 28 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Please help us spread the word by encouraging your friends, colleagues, and neighbors who may have an interest in our school to join us on November 28.

Titan Academy

We will NOT have Titan Academy enrichments or after school care on the following dates.

• Friday, November 18, 2022
• Thursday, December 15, 2022

Please make a note of this on your calendar.

Thank you so much for your partnership and support of our school. We look forward to seeing you again on November 28.

It’s a great time to be a Titan,

Fall Festival Is Here!

Greetings Titan family,

This week, it is all about the Fall Festival! Let’s jump right in.

Fall Festival

Tomorrow (Saturday, November 5) is our 2022 Fall Festival. The event is open from 11am – 3pm. This is a very important event for the school as both a “friend-raiser” and a “fundraiser.” Proceeds from the event go directly towards supporting our teachers and tuition assistance.

Attending the Fall Festival is a highlight of every student’s experience! We strongly encourage families to pre-purchase their activity bands and tickets. Click here to order yours now.

Parking for the event is located at:

San Jacinto Community College: Generation Park Campus

13455 Lockwood Road, Houston, TX 77044

Parking Lot C

Parking is free and includes shuttle service to and from HTES. There will NOT be onsite parking at Holy Trinity available during the event.

For more information about our Fall Festival, please go here.

Here are some other important items for the week.

Monday, November 7

The Astros have had a fantastic season! While we hope for another World Series Championship (to be determined tomorrow or Sunday), celebrating their special season seems appropriate. Therefore, on Monday feel free to wear your Astros and celebrate their achievements.

Honoring Veterans (November 11)

Third grade is doing a special presentation to honor veterans on Friday, November 11 during our assembly time (8:20). All are welcome to attend.

Book Fair Week and Grandparents/Special Friends Day (November 14-18)

The week of November 14 is a special week for us at HTES. Specifically, we host our Book Fair and Grandparents/Special Friends Day.

Book Fair runs from Monday, November 14 – Friday, November 18. Specific times for shopping will be shared soon. This is a great opportunity to get a start on holiday shopping and build your child’s home library.

Friday, November 18 is our Grandparents/Special Friends Day. Details will be shared soon. However, there is a morning presentation and show with performances being prepared by all grades. This show will begin around 8:20 am. It is also a chance for grandparents or special friends to see the campus and visit classes.

Titan Academy

We will NOT have Titan Academy enrichments or after school care on the following dates.

• Friday, November 18, 2022
• Thursday, December 15, 2022

Please make a note of this on your calendar.

Thank you so much for your partnership and support of our school.

It’s a great time to be a Titan,

One Week Until Fall Festival!

Greetings Titan family,

Earlier this week, we officially opened the 2023-2024 admissions season with an Open House on October 24. However, our admissions planning is not solely focused on new families. Retaining  and helping current families re-enroll is a critical piece to our school’s health and growth. This past year, we had a record breaking percentage of families re-enroll, and we are looking forward to matching that again this year. That is why I want to share some items related to re-enrolment now to allow you to begin planning.

Re-enrollment will take place in February, as usual. This year, we are also anticipating full enrollment in 3K, 4K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade. Therefore, it will be very important to re-enroll on time in order to secure your child’s place in class. Based on last year and interest we are already getting, any spots not taken by re-enrollment will be filled with new families in March. This has an effect on families applying for tuition assistance, too.

We are working to have the 2023-2024 tuition assistance application ready for mid-January. Tuition assistance applications will be due (for both returning and new families) by mid-February. Returning families will be given priority during the re-enrollment period.

I know it feels like quite a ways off, but 2023 will be here soon. If you have any questions about re-enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year, please contact our Director of Enrollment Management, Emilse Escalante, at [email protected].

Now, here are this week’s reminders and announcements.

Fall Festival

One week from tomorrow (Saturday, November 5) we will host the 2022 Fall Festival from 11am – 3pm. This is a very important event for the school as both a “friend-raiser” and a “fundraiser.” Proceeds from the event go directly towards supporting our teachers and tuition assistance.

Attending the Fall Festival is a highlight of every student’s experience!

We strongly encourage families to pre-purchase their activity bands and tickets. Click here to order yours now.

For more information about our Fall Festival, including a list of activities, food options, and parking availability, please go here.

Monday, October 31

As a reminder, Monday is a regular school uniform day. Please do not send students to school in Halloween costumes on Monday.

Calling All Discovery Farmers!

Have a green thumb? Like being outside in the garden? Want to make a difference at HTES? We are looking for parent volunteers to help with our Discovery Farm Garden. If you are interested in helping, please contact Mr. Silva at [email protected].

Pick-Up Line/Loading Zone

For safety reasons, please do not pass cars in the pick-up line, especially in the loading zone, unless directed to do so by a staff member.

Thank you for your understanding.

Titan Academy

We will NOT have Titan Academy enrichments or after school care on the following dates.

• Friday, November 18, 2022
• Thursday, December 15, 2022

Please make a note of this on your calendar.

Thank you so much for your partnership and support of our school.

It’s a great time to be a Titan,