Hello 5th Grade Families,

Please find below important information on the 5th Grade promotion activities planned for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th June 2025. 

While the graduation committee is planning and handling the logistics of the activities, we need your support in order to make them a success. Please take a minute to go through the information below so that we can ensure that these activities will be fun and safe.

Monday ,June 2nd 2025.

Field Trip to Meow Wolf Art Museum from 9.30-11.30am. All homerooms will be accompanied by teachers and parent chaperones. 

* Please send a sack lunch and a bottle of water for your child for the trip.

After Meow Wolf, the students will stop at Fleming Park and have their lunch. We expect to be there by 12pm. If you want to join us there please make sure to have your VIPS sticker from the school. 

They will have Kona Ice treats organized by the graduation committee. The students will then walk back to school.

In order to ensure safety on the field trip make sure that your child is wearing a Poe Uniform. Below are the t-shirt colors for the homerooms.

Wiggins- Purple

Knox-White

Ponce- Red

Riggs-Green

Hall- Blue

Lopez- Orange

Chaperones: If you are riding the bus with the students make sure to come by Poe at 8am.

If you are joining students at Meow Wolf plan to come by Poe and get the VIPS sticker and meet them at Meow Wolf by 9am.

Tuesday, June 3rd - Splash Day- at Poe Spark Park.

* Please send a change of clothes and a towel  for your child by Monday, June 2nd 2025. 

Make sure to put them in a bag and label them with your child's name. The clothes will be stored in their respective homerooms. This is to ensure that all children will have dry clothes to wear after the splash day activities.

Please send your child to school on the day with swim clothes, shorts, t-shirts, tennis shoes, sun hats and sunscreen.

Wednesday, June 4th- Kickball Game, Class Parties and Clap Out

The clap out begins at 2.45pm. All parents are invited to come to the front yard of the school to wait for their student to be dismissed via the front entrance of the school. 

Volunteers Needed:

We are in need of volunteers for the "Splash Day" especially to monitor the water slides to ensure safety. Also, we need parents to help organize the class parties for the homerooms. 

If you are able to, please consider volunteering:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44ADA922A7FF2-56933399-poe5th#/

If you have any questions please write to graduation@poepto.org

Thank you so much!

Regards,

Chair and Graduation Committee

Good morning 5th grade parents,

We are all excited about the upcoming promotion ceremony for our students on Friday, 30th of May. This is much to look forward to for us parents and for our students. Please find below important information that will help us all make this a memorable experience.

In addition, we're looking for volunteers to assist throughout the week of activities. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44ADA922A7FF2-56933399-poe5th

5th Grade Promotion 2025:

Date: Friday,30th May 2025

Time: Cluster A- Hall/Riggs/ Lopez- 8.00-.8.45am

Cluster B- Wiggins/Knox/Ponce- 9.00-9.45am

Venue: Poe Cafeteria

Here's a list of FAQs on the promotion ceremony:

1. What time should my student arrive at the school on the 30th of May?

Please make sure your child arrives at school before 7.30am. This is important so that your child is able to be ready to attend their respective ceremony.

2. What time should I/we arrive for the ceremony?

Parents of Cluster A- Hall/Riggs/ Lopez: Please arrive at the school by 7.30am and check in. There will be parent volunteers who will check you in for the ceremony.

Parents of Cluster B- Wiggins/Knox/Ponce: Please arrive at the school by 8.30am and check in. There will be parent volunteers to check you in for the ceremony.

Only two adults/guardians per student will be allowed to attend the ceremony. This rule will be strictly enforced on the day!

3. Are there alternate options for extended family/ friends to view the ceremony?

Yes, the graduation committee is hoping to provide parents with a link to the PTO Youtube channel to be able to view the event live and also access to a recording of the ceremony for viewing after. Information on the link will be provided in the upcoming days.

4. Is there a dress code for the students for the ceremony?

Students are allowed to wear a formal dress that would suit the occasion. There will be no cap or gowns for the students. Make sure that the attire adheres to the dress code of the school.

5. Will there be a professional photographer?

Yes, there will be a professional photographer who will take a photo of every student as they receive their certificate from Mr. Alaniz. There will be a QR code provided for the two ceremonies in the printed program for the day. The QR code will also be made available for parents via this email. Once the photos are processed and reviewed they will be available for families to download. Please allow for sufficient time for this process to be completed.

6. Can I sign out my child after their ceremony?

Yes, you can. Students are free to leave once their respective ceremony has been completed. There will be snacks and water for students and parents in the 5th grade hallways after each ceremony. You are welcome to stop by the 5th grade hallways to grab a bite, chat with teachers and take photos.

7. Can parents irrespective of payment of the activity fee attend the ceremony?

Yes, all students and their parents can attend the ceremony irrespective of payment of the activity fee. Please make sure only two adults per student attends the ceremony.

If you have any questions or concerns please write to graduation@poepto.org. 

Thank you so much for your support with our efforts!

Warm regards,

Chair and Graduation Committee

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Buenos días/tardes padres de quinto grado,

Estamos muy emocionados por la próxima ceremonia de promoción de nuestros estudiantes el viernes 30 de mayo. Este es un evento muy esperado tanto por nosotros, los padres, como por nuestros estudiantes. A continuación, encontrará información importante que nos ayudará a todos a hacer de esta una experiencia inolvidable.

Además, estamos buscando voluntarios para ayudar durante toda la semana de actividades. Regístrate aquí: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D44ADA922A7FF2-56933399-poe5th

Promoción de Quinto Grado 2025:

Fecha: Viernes, 30 de mayo de 2025

Hora:

• Grupo A – Hall/Riggs/Lopez: 8:00 – 8:45 a.m.

• Grupo B – Wiggins/Knox/Ponce: 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.

Lugar: Cafetería de Poe

Preguntas Frecuentes sobre la Ceremonia de Promoción:

1. ¿A qué hora debe llegar mi hijo/a a la escuela el 30 de mayo?

Por favor asegúrese de que su hijo/a llegue a la escuela antes de las 7:30 a.m. Esto es importante para que esté listo/a para asistir a su ceremonia correspondiente.

2. ¿A qué hora debo llegar yo/nosotros para la ceremonia?

• Padres del Grupo A – Hall/Riggs/Lopez: Por favor lleguen a la escuela a las 7:30 a.m. y realicen su registro. Habrá padres voluntarios encargados del registro para la ceremonia.

• Padres del Grupo B – Wiggins/Knox/Ponce: Lleguen a la escuela a las 8:30 a.m. y realicen su registro. También habrá voluntarios para este proceso.

¡Solo se permitirá la entrada a dos adultos/tutores por estudiante! Esta regla se aplicará estrictamente ese día.

3. ¿Habrá opciones para que familiares o amigos adicionales vean la ceremonia?

Sí, el comité de graduación espera proporcionar un enlace al canal de YouTube del PTO para que los padres puedan ver el evento en vivo, así como acceder a una grabación de la ceremonia después. En los próximos días se compartirá la información con el enlace.

4. ¿Existe un código de vestimenta para los estudiantes?

Los estudiantes pueden vestir ropa formal adecuada para la ocasión. Asegúrese de que la vestimenta cumpla con el código de vestimenta de la escuela.

5. ¿Habrá un fotógrafo profesional?

Sí, habrá un fotógrafo profesional que tomará una foto de cada estudiante al momento de recibir su certificado del Sr. Alaniz. En el programa impreso del día se incluirá un código QR para acceder a las fotos de ambas ceremonias. También se enviará el código QR por correo electrónico. Una vez procesadas y revisadas, las fotos estarán disponibles para descarga. Por favor, tenga paciencia mientras se completa este proceso.

6. ¿Puedo retirar a mi hijo/a después de su ceremonia?

Sí, los estudiantes pueden irse una vez finalizada su ceremonia correspondiente. Habrá botanas y agua para los estudiantes y padres en los pasillos de quinto grado después de cada ceremonia. Están invitados a pasar por allí para tomar un bocadillo, conversar con los maestros y tomarse fotos.

7. ¿Pueden asistir los padres a la ceremonia aunque no hayan pagado la cuota de actividades?

Sí, todos los estudiantes y sus padres pueden asistir a la ceremonia, independientemente del pago de la cuota de actividades. Recuerde que solo se permite la entrada de dos adultos por estudiante.

Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, por favor escriba a: graduation@poepto.org

¡Muchísimas gracias por su apoyo a todos nuestros esfuerzos!

Saludos cordiales,

Comité de Graduación de 5to

Hello, Ponce families.

Mr. Ponce's fifth graders will have a holiday party this Friday from 12:15-1:15. We are seeking volunteers to provide pizza, drinks, and dessert to the class. 

If you can help, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805044BA9A629ABFB6-54109029-mrponces 

Wishing you all a safe and relaxing winter break.

-Shannon (David's mom)

Hello 5th grade families,

The 5th grade room parents and teachers are organizing a field trip to the Houston Zoo on February 7, 2025 from 8:30am—1:30pm. On the day of the trip students are required to bring a sack lunch.

If your child would like a sack lunch from the school cafeteria, please complete this form by Dec. 18: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOrzpaKepvvJj87yn2KthLIkppubaUcne-BZCus1GnJyIAag/viewform?usp=sharing

If you plan to bring your own lunch, no action is required at this time.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Regards,

Room Parents

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Hola familias,

Los padres del salón y maestros de los alumnos de 5.º grado están organizando una excursión al zoológico de Houston el día  7 de febrero de 2025 de 8:30 a 13:30 h. El día de la excursión, los alumnos deben llevar su propio almuerzo.

Por favor completar el formulario de Google para indicar si su hijo necesitará el almuerzo de la cafetería de la escuela. Esto es muy importante para garantizar que nuestros alumnos se diviertan en la excursión.

A continuación, se incluye el enlace al formulario:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOrzpaKepvvJj87yn2KthLIkppubaUcne-BZCus1GnJyIAag/viewform?usp=sharing

Por favor responda al formulario antes del 18 de diciembre!

Háganos saber si tienes alguna pregunta.

Muchas gracias!

Saludos,

Los Padres del Salon

Parents: With apologies for the late email, I am passing along a few reminders about this week's 5th grade performances of Moana Jr.

-Shannon (David's mom)

(1) Moana Jr. Performances

On Wednesday, Dec. 4th and Thursday, Dec. 5th, all fifth grade students (except for main cast members) should arrive at Poe at 6:00pm dressed in costumes with hair and makeup done and report to their assigned rooms. Performances will start at 6:30pm. 

All students will perform both nights, but due to space constraints, families will be invited to view the show by cluster. Mr. Ponce's class is in Cluster B (Wiggins, Ponce, and Knox) and can view the show on Thursday night, 12/5. Parents of main cast members should attend the night their student performs.

(2) Dress Rehearsals

Hello 5th Grade Parents,

Please view the document attached from the Fine Arts Team. The document includes information about the performances and what your student should wear. Thank you!

Hello,

We need volunteers for each shift (9:30am, 11am and 12:30pm) for your Class Booth.

Please view the Carnival Sign Up to volunteer for serving Chips and Queso! 

All food will be provided - no cooking necessary! You will be taking tickets, serving, and keeping the station clean in the Poe Cafeteria alongside all other food booths. Because you are serving food a hairnet and gloves will be provided.

Your shift will be action packed and fun! 

Parent volunteers help the success of our Fall Carnival. Thank you for volunteering!

Questions? Email carnival@poepto.org

2. Lunch will be provided to all 5th graders — pizza and Kona Ice.

The permission slip instructed families to send a sack lunch for the students. But thanks to the hard work of those who have been organizing this event, the students will now be provided with Pizza and Kona Ice at Discovery Green after the show. Unless families choose to send a sack lunch for their child (dietary restrictions), there is no need for the students to bring any food.

Thank you,
Shannon
(David Cutrufo's mom)

Dear families of Mr. Ponce’s class,

I hope this message finds you well. I’m Shannon Moriarty, mom to 5th grader David Cutrufo, and I’m excited to introduce myself as Mr. Ponce’s 5th grade room parent for this year. I’m looking forward to partnering with you all to make our students’ final year (!) at Poe Elementary a memorable one.

I’m reaching out with three things:

1. Mr. Ponce’s Amazon Wish List. Feel free to contribute or purchase needed items for Mr. Ponce’s classroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZDXDI3KXN7M7?ref_=wl_share
   
   
2. Mr. Ponce’s favorite things. See the attached list. We sadly missed his August birthday, so we will plan to throw him a half birthday celebration in February.
   
   
3. Save the date: Poe Carnival is Saturday, Sept. 26. Learn more about sponsoring a booth or pre-purchasing your tickets here: https://poepto.membershiptoolkit.com/carnival

I’ll be in touch with more information as the year unfolds. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or ideas to help make this year special!

Warm regards,
Shannon Moriarty
(Mom to David [5th] & Teddy [2nd] Cutrufo)