Southwest Public Schools

Summer Spots Are Filling Up!

Southwest Public Schools is excited to offer a summer filled with learning, enrichment, and fun! Our Summer CLIMB Academy is designed to help students strengthen academic skills, build confidence, and prepare for a successful start to the next school year.

Students will participate in:
Targeted academic support in reading, math, and core subjects
Fun enrichment activities and hands-on learning experiences
Small-group instruction and individualized support
Engaging opportunities that keep students learning and growing all summer long

Dates: June 1 – June 25 (Monday–Thursday)
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Full Day)
🎉 Holiday: June 22
📍 Who: Open to all Southwest Public Schools students
Space is limited, and enrollment is filling quickly! Parent letters were sent home the week of April 27th and should be returned to your campus' front desk this week.

¡Los espacios para verano se están llenando!

¡Southwest Public Schools está emocionado de ofrecer un verano lleno de aprendizaje, actividades y diversión! Nuestro programa de verano CLIMB Academy está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes a mejorar sus habilidades académicas, aumentar su confianza y prepararse para comenzar el próximo año escolar con éxito.

Los estudiantes participarán en:
• Apoyo académico en lectura, matemáticas y otras materias principales
• Actividades divertidas y experiencias prácticas de aprendizaje
• Enseñanza en grupos pequeños y apoyo individual
• Actividades interesantes para seguir aprendiendo y creciendo durante todo el verano

📅 Fechas: 1 de junio al 25 de junio (lunes a jueves)
⏰ Horario: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (día completo)
🎉 Día festivo: 22 de junio
📍 Quiénes pueden participar: Todos los estudiantes de Southwest Public Schools

¡Los espacios son limitados y se están llenando rápido! Las cartas para padres se enviaron a casa durante la semana del 27 de abril y deben entregarse en la recepción de su campus esta semana.

🌟 Congratulations to our 2026 District Leaders of the Year! 🌟

Southwest Public Schools is proud to celebrate two outstanding leaders who continue to inspire excellence across our district!

🏆 Ms. Juanita McCullough — Assistant Principal of the Year
🏆 Ms. Virginia Ocanas — Principal of the Year

Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and families. Your impact is felt across Southwest Public Schools each and every day! ❤️💙

🌟 Congratulations to our 2026 District ESL and Bilingual TOY Winners! 🌟

🏆 Bilingual Teacher of the Year — Ms. Maria Alonso
🏆 Secondary ESL Teacher of the Year — Ms. Juany Moreno
🏆 Elementary ESL Teacher of the Year — Ms. Kimberly Archie

Thank you for your passion, dedication, and commitment to empowering multilingual learners across Southwest Public Schools! 🌎✨

🌟 Congratulations to our 2026 Excellence in Education Award Winners! 🌟

Southwest Public Schools is proud to celebrate the outstanding individuals who go above and beyond each day to impact the lives of our students, families, and community.

🏆 Secondary Teacher of the Year — Mr. Joel Wells
🏆 Elementary Teacher of the Year — Mr. Amin Smith
🏆 Support Staff of the Year — Ms. Jessica Villarreal

Thank you for your dedication, leadership, passion, and commitment to excellence in education. Your hard work truly makes a difference, and we are because of educators and staff like you! 🍎✨ Visual and Performing Arts Academy

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, caregivers, teachers, mentors, and women who pour love, guidance, and strength into the lives of others each and every day. 💐

Today, we celebrate every nurturing heart that helps children grow, learn, and feel loved. We also hold space for those for whom today may be difficult. Your impact matters, and you are seen.

From all of us at Southwest Public Schools, thank you for the difference you make every single day. ❤️

🏈🎉 Congratulations to our Southwest Public Schools Middle School Girls Flag Football Team for advancing to the Houston Texans & Nike sponsored Girls Flag Football Playoffs!
We are so proud of their hard work, teamwork, and dedication this season! 💙❤️
📍 South Post Oak Sports Complex
🗓 Saturday, May 9th
⏰ Games begin at 8:00 AM
Come out and cheer on our amazing student-athletes as they compete for a spot in the Championship Final at the Houston Texans Practice Facility! 🏆

🎓 Tomorrow, we celebrate a HISTORICAL milestone at Southwest Public Schools!

For the first time in school history, these graduates are making history by earning associate degrees before they receive their high school diplomas — proving that dreams really do come true! 🌟

Congratulations to:
Christopher Ramirez
Lindsay Montiel
Alysson Rodriguez
Dulce Amador Hernandez
Rigoberto Padilla

Through hard work, determination, and the power of opportunity, these scholars are redefining what is possible and setting the standard for future generations.

We are incredibly proud of our students, families, teachers, and staff who helped make this moment a reality. The future is bright at Southwest Public Schools! 💙💛

This week, we celebrate the heart of those who care for others each and every day. 💙

At Southwest Public Schools, we are grateful for Tiffany Washington and the compassion, dedication, and support she provides to our students, staff, and families. As a valued clinician on our team, Tiffany goes above and beyond to ensure our campuses are cared for, supported, and safe.

Thank you, Tiffany, for the calm presence, kindness, and servant leadership you bring to Southwest Public Schools each day. Your work makes a difference, and we appreciate all that you do!