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Originally delivered on 5/3/2026 9:54 am

SUBJECT: Herod PTO Newsletter 5.3

Teacher Appreciation Week

The PTO’s Teacher Appreciation Committee has been hard at work planning a special week to celebrate our favorite Herod Jet teachers! Every day, they go above and beyond to inspire, support, and encourage our students, helping them grow both academically and personally. Their dedication, creativity, and care leave a lasting impact far beyond the classroom. Join us this week as we show our gratitude and appreciation for all they do to make our school such a special place! 


We rise by lifting others,

Stephanie Kaspar


P.S. We’re also starting to build our 2026–2027 PTO Dream Team, and we want YOU in the mix! Our PTO events only happen because amazing volunteers step up to lead them. 💙 If we don’t have event chairs, we can’t host those events. So if there’s an event or tradition that your family loves, consider raising your hand to help make it happen! FILL ME OUT!!!

Upcoming PTO Events
Teacher Appreciation Week

May 4th - 8th 


We can't wait to say THANK YOU to our amazing teachers and staff. The PTO is putting together a week of caring to shower our teachers with love. 


Our teachers are truly incredible—now it’s our turn to show them just how super they are! 


DONATE HERE. All you need to do is: Log into the School Store, Scroll Down to 'Teacher Appreciation" and enter the amount you would like to donate! It is that easy!!



Help us power up Teacher Appreciation Week by donating at least $5 toward gift cards for our amazing staff. Every dollar helps us celebrate the heroes who inspire, support, and care for our kids every day!

No cape required—just a little generosity! 

Together, we can make this week INCREDIBLE! 

Spirit DAY New York Deli & Other HCC Resturants

May 16th | ALL DAY


Join us for Spirit Day at all the Houston Catering Concepts Restaurants and support Herod! That means you can get your breakfast, lunch, and dinner at a variety of restaurants and support Herod every meal! 

More information to come!

=) Hour with Hewett | General PTO Meeting

May 22th | 8:00 am | Teacher's Lounge


Join us for =) with Hewett and our General PTO meeting. We will be voting on the Executive Board for the 26-27 School Year. 

Spirit Night at Bricks and Minifigs

May 26th 


Join us for Spirit Night at Bricks and Minifigs! More information to come!

Important Information
5th Grade Graduation Celebration Fund

🧡💙 Calling all Herod 5th Grade Families! 💙🧡

 

Our 5th graders are preparing for their big graduation celebration, and we need your support to help make it a memorable event for all students!

 

🎓 Suggested Donation: $50 per student

 Your contribution will help cover:

• Graduation decorations

• Student celebration activities

• End-of-year festivities

 

💡 Thank You Gift!

Students who turn in their $50 donation by April 15th will receive a small thank-you gift.

  

Donation Details

  Donations of any amount are appreciated

 Families may donate more if they wish

 Installments are welcome

 

📭 Ways To Donate

Cash in envelope dropped in PTO mailbox 

Online at https://herodpto.membershiptoolkit.com/store/11522


Every contribution helps us celebrate our amazing Herod Jets 5th graders✈️

 

🧡 Thank you for supporting our students and helping us make their graduation special! 💙

 

Family Sponsorship

Support the PTO by becoming a Family Sponsor!  PTO helps fill academic and classroom gaps where HISD's budget falls short. The PTO also directs funds to teachers and staff appreciation, school maintenance, and enhancing the school experience for all of our Jets!


Family Sponsor Levels:

  • Herod Hero $200+ : Breakfast with Admin + Recognition on PTO website + items below
  • Jet Pack $150 : Herod Shirt + items below
  • Jet Fuel $100 : Birthday Marquee Listing (1) + items below
  • Blue Jet $50 : Herod Yard Sign + items below
  • Orange Jet $25 : Herod Car Magnet + items below
  • Free : Online store, PTO Annual Calendar, Member-Only School directory, and weekly newsletter


CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE PTO!

Corporate Sponsorship

Help support out students, teachers, and staff by becoming a Corporate Partner with a tax-deductible donation. More details can be found in the link below.

 

Corporate Sponsor Levels:

  • Sky's The Limit $2,750+ : 2 banners + items below
  • First Class $2,250 : Table at Fall Festival + items below
  • Soaring $1,000 : Full page flyers in take home folders + items below
  • Jet Fuel $500 : Company banner + marquee mention + items below
  • Boarding $250 : Recognition on Herod's website + social media recognition + logo in newsletter and on website


CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE PTO!

Get VIPS Approved

In order to volunteer on campus or during field trips, you will need to register with HISD’s VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools). You need to sign up each academic year that you want to volunteer.  


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

School Store

Purchase your spirit wear HERE! You'll need to sign into your PTO account to place an order.

Purchase Here
Volunteer Opportunites
Join the PTO - It's FREE

Stay connected and in the know! As a PTO member, you'll get

  • Updates on events and activities
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Access to the PTO store
  • And so much more! 


Come join the Jet family and be a part of something amazing. 


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Jetway

The Jetway is OPEN for Take Off.  Come work at our on-site school store, The Jetway, and help kids shop safely and learn valuable life skills. The kids can buy pencils, erasers, fidget items, pens, stickers, and more within the budget you set for them!


SIGN UP HERE!!!


This is a great way to spend 30 minutes with your kid and get involved in the wonderful JET family. PTO will ensure someone will help guide you during your first shift and show you the ropes. 



PTO & School Calendar
Monday, May 4
EB Reclassification Testing Window Opens: K-1
Teacher Appreciation Week
Tuesday, May 5
Teacher Appreciation Week
Wednesday, May 6
Teacher Appreciation Week
Thursday, May 7
Teacher Appreciation Week
Friday, May 8
Teacher Appreciation Week
7:30a Happy Hour with Hewett & PTO General Meeting
7:30a VIPS Breakfast/Coffee with the Principal
Corporate Partners

Thank you to our 2025-2026 Corporate Partners, we appreciate your support of Herod Elementary! Interested in advertising your business to Herod families and supporting the PTO? Click HERE to learn more about Corporate Partnership opportunities.

SKY'S THE LIMIT

Your logo could show up here!!!

FIRST CLASS

Your logo could show up here!!!

SOARING

 

JET FUEL

 

BOARDING

 

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