May 23rd is the last day of school for students! Thank you to our students, parents, teachers and staff for a great school year!
¡El 23 de mayo es el último día de clases para los alumnos! ¡Gracias a nuestros alumnos, padres, maestros y personal por un gran año escolar!
Estimadas Familias y Personal de Southwest Public Schools,
Debido a los daños generalizados de la reciente tormenta que afectó a Houston, las escuelas de Southwest Public Schools permanecerán cerradas el lunes 20 de mayo de 2024. Seguimos trabajando con oficiales de la ciudad para evaluar nuestras escuelas y asegurar que estamos listos para volver a abrir y satisfacer las necesidades de nuestros alumnos.
Somos conscientes del bien estar de nuestras familias, personal y alumnos, y aseguramos que nuestros maestros y administradores trabajarán con los alumnos con respecto a las tareas, y todos los alumnos tendrán la oportunidad de completar las tareas necesarias para la promoción y graduación. Cualquier información específica de cada escuela será comunicada por los directores de la escuela. La graduación de Empowerment HS sigue programada para el miércoles 22 de mayo de 2024.
Si usted es una familia o empleado que necesita ayuda, por favor póngase en contacto con el director o supervisor de su escuela para obtener apoyo. Seguiremos supervisando nuestras escuelas y el restablecimiento de la electricidad y les estaremos informando antes de las 4 p.m. con respecto a la escuela para el día siguiente.
Dear Southwest Public Schools' Families and Staff,
Due to the widespread damage of the recent storm impacting Houston, Southwest Public Schools will remain closed Monday, May 20, 2024. We continue to work with city officials to assess our campuses and ensure we are ready to reopen and meet the needs of our students.
We are sensitive to our families, staff and students, and we assure our teachers and administrators will work with students regarding assignments, and all students will have opportunities to complete the necessary assignments for promotion and graduation. Any campus specific updates will be communicated by campus principals. Graduation for Empowerment HS is still scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
If you are a family or employee in need of assistance, please contact your campus principal or supervisor for support. We will continue to monitor our facilities and power restoration and will provide a daily update by 4 p.m. regarding school for the following day.
Southwest Public Schools is continuing to communicate with city officials, and we will communicate updates by 6 PM. Please continue to monitor social media and our website. We will also send text and email alerts. Our thoughts continue to be with our families at this time who were impacted by the storm.
Southwest Public Schools continúa comunicándose con oficiales de la ciudad y comunicaremos un aviso a las 6 PM. Por favor continúe monitoreando las redes sociales y nuestro sitio web. También enviaremos alertas por texto y correo electrónico. Nuestros pensamientos están con nuestras familias a las quienes fueron impactado por la tormenta.
Debido a los daños generalizados por la tormenta en todo Houston, Southwest Public Schools se ha coordinado con la ciudad de Houston y cerrará todos las escuelas el viernes 17 de mayo. Las escuelas reabrirán el lunes 20 de mayo.
Due to widespread damage across Houston, Southwest Public Schools has coordinated with the City of Houston and is closing all campuses on Friday, May 17. Schools will reopen on Monday, May 20.
¡Hola, padres y familias de estudiantes emergentes bilingües de Southwest Public Schools!
Vengan y únanse a nosotros en el Segundo evento anual de la familia y comunidad, este 15 de mayo de 5:00 a 7:00 pm en la cafetería de Southwest Public Schools College and Career Preparatory Academy, en 6400 Westpark Dr. Estaremos compartiendo actividades de literatura para realizar en casa, información de servicios que ofrece Southwest Public Schools, así como programas de apoyo para sus famiias. ¡No se pierda la oportunidad de ganar premios!
Hello, parents and families of Emergent Bilingual students at Southwest Public Schools!
Come and join us for the 2nd Annual Family and Community Engagement Event this Wednesday, May 15, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria of Southwest Public Schools College and Career Preparatory Academy, 6400 Westpark Dr. We will share literacy supports, information about Southwest Public Schools, and family support programs. Don’t miss the opportunity to win prizes!
Congratulations, Ms. Danielle Downum, Assistant Principal of the Year
Southwest Public Schools College and Career Preparatory Academy
Congratulations, Mr. Salvador Barrera, Principal of the Year!
Southwest Public Schools Visual and Performing Arts Academy
A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated Advisory Board members for their commitment to empowering our students: August Hamilton, Educational Leadership for Central Career Advisors; Dr. Mia Taylor, HCC Chair for Business Technology; Christine Awad, HCC Director of Dual
Credit; Dr. Gabriela Baeza-Ventura, U of H Active Public Press; Necole Caldwell, Junior Achievement Senior VP. #WeAreHCC @UHouston @JA_USA #PTECH #FutureLeaders #SWPS
Today, we celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Mexico. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
In the US, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican American culture. It's a time to honor our shared history, traditions, and contributions. Let's come together to celebrate diversity! #CincoDeMayo #Unity
Southwest Public Schools continues to monitor the weather. At this time, we are continuing school. All students are safe. Parents may pick up students early; however, we will continue our normal school day and run buses as usual. All after school activities have been cancelled.
Southwest Public Schools is closely monitoring the weather throughout the day. Currently, we are operating on a normal schedule. All campuses are open!
It's time to put those math skills to work and show what you've got on the STAAR test! Believe in yourself, stay focused, and give it your all. Remember, you've been preparing for this moment, and you are more than capable of success. We believe in you! 📚🎉
Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of our administrative professionals at Southwest Public Schools! From keeping our offices running smoothly to providing unwavering support to staff, students, and families, your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated. Thank you for your tireless efforts, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence. Your positive impact on our school community does not go unnoticed! Join us in expressing gratitude to our amazing administrative team for all they do! #AdminProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #SouthwestPublicSchools 🌟📚
This Friday, April 12th, we'll be having an early release day to support our teachers' professional development. All students will be dismissed at 1:00 PM.
Este viernes, 12 de abril, tendremos un día de salida temprano para apoyar el desarrollo profesional de nuestros maestros. Todos los alumnos saldrán a la 1:00 PM.
Join Southwest Public Schools and become a valuable part of an extraordinary community!
All SWPS campuses/offices will be closed in recognition of Chavez/Huerta Day and a Spring Holiday Thursday, March 28th and Friday, March 29th. Classes will resume Monday, April 1, 2024.
Todos las escuelas/oficinas de SWPS estarán cerradas en reconocimiento del Día de Chávez/Huerta y un día festivo de primavera el jueves, 28 de marzo y el viernes, 29 de marzo. Las clases se resumirán el lunes, 1 de abril de 2024.
All SWPS campuses/offices will be closed for Spring Break Monday, March 11th through Friday, March 15th. Classes will resume Monday, March 18, 2024.
Todos las escuelas/oficinas de SWPS estarán cerradas debido a las vacaciones de primavera desde el lunes 11 de marzo hasta el viernes 15 de marzo. Las clases se resumirán el lunes, 18 de marzo de 2024.
