
Join us to learn about TELPAS and who takes it?
Morning Session: 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Afternoon Session: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81984825425?pwd=YWNDbmpIS2xCT25CeENrSTFmZjFvUT09



Learning strategies and language


Mrs. Stepheni Ardoin, our AWESOME Teacher Development Specialist, shared some Lead4ward strategies and best practices with our Blue Jay teachers!




Join Southwest Schools on Tuesday, February 8 for a Multilingual Chat to learn about TELPAS. The morning session will take place from 9:00 AM-10:00 AM and the afternoon session is from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM via Zoom. Scan the QR code to join your preferred session.



Daniel Saenz is a great resource to our Board! Very respectful to the position he serves and our Southwest Schools community.
- Rose Norman, COO
January is Board Appreciation Month.
Thank you SWS Board of Directors!


Jai Daggett is always ready to engage in discussions, asks questions, and seeks clarification.
- Rose Norman, COO


Celestino Gonzalez asks the tough questions! Keeps financial solvency at the forfront.
- Rose Norman, COO
January is Board Appreciation Month.
Thank you SWS Board of Directors!


Linda Heitzer is a cheerleader for students and families. Leads with compassion and fairness.
- Rose Norman, COO
January is Board Appreciation Month.
Thank you SWS Board of Directors!


Shalin Shah is willing to listen, speaks with conviction, offers unconditional support.
- Rose Norman, COO
January is Board Appreciation Month.
Thank you SWS Board of Directors!


In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Southwest Schools Mangum Elementary will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022. Students will resume classes on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.



Mark Beshears, leads with decisive leadership.
-Rose Norman, COO
January is Board Appreciation Month.
Thank you SWS Board of Directors!


No School, Monday, January 17, 2022
"The time is always right to do what is right."
- Martin Luther King, Jr.
Have a fun and safe three-day weekend!


REMINDER: We have our first Early Dismissal of the year on Wednesday, January 12th at 1:00 PM.
Our next scheduled Early Dismissal is on Wednesday, January 26



FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION. The Houston Food Bank mobile unit is coming! Everyone is welcome to stop by Mangum on Wednesday, January 12th from 9:00AM - 12:00 PM



Mangum Elementary is seeking parent volunteers for school events. If interested, please stop by the campus, and speak with Ms. Morales, our Communities in Schools Coordinator to sign up.
Please bring a photo identification (State ID, Driver’s License, passport, etc.) to apply.



Southwest Schools would like to take this time to celebrate our Superintendent of Schools!!
Happy Birthday Dr. Felicia Adams!


A helpful guide for parents and guardians for when your child is showing COVID symptoms.
Una guía útil para padres y tutores legales para cuando su hijo(a) muestra síntomas de COVID.



January is National School Board Recognition Month!
Thank you Mark Beshears, Shalin Shah, Linda Heitzer, Celestino Gonzalez, Jai Daggett, and Daniel Saenz for all you do for our district!


Classes will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, January 4, 2022. We are excited to see each of you tomorrow!


Welcome 2022! Southwest Schools wishes you and your family a prosperous 2022!
