Our thoughts are with the families and communities affected by the devastating floods. As members of the Southwest Public Schools community, we stand in solidarity and support during this challenging time. If you're in a position to help, please consider donating to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201
4 days ago, Southwest Public Schools
Flood Relief Fund
Wishing all of our staff and families a safe and joyful 4th of July!

District is closed today & Monday.
SWPS will reopen Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
8 days ago, Southwest Public Schools
Happy 4th of July
Southwest Public Schools Summer Family Fun Fest!  Presented by Chick-fil-A  Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025  Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon  Location:  5325 S Rice Ave (at Sage Rd & Westpark Toll), Houston, TX 77081  Join us for a fun-filled morning as we gear up for the new school year! Enjoy games, moonwalks, face painting, giveaways, delicious food, and more—courtesy of our awesome sponsor, Chick-fil-A!  Bonus:  Be sure to mention you're with Southwest Public Schools—a portion of proceeds will go directly toward supporting our amazing community programs!  We look forward to seeing you on July 19th! 
24 days ago, Southwest Public Schools
CFA Family Fun English
CFA Family Fun Spanish
🌟 Southwest Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth! Summer School classes and district offices resume normal operations Monday, June 23rd! Las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas el jueves, 19 de junio, en observancia de Juneteenth! Las clases de verano y las oficinas del distrito resumirán sus operaciones normales el lunes 23 de junio!
24 days ago, Southwest Public Schools
Juneteenth - District Closed
Este programa es gratuito y sirve a los niños de 18 años y menores, y tambien para los estudiantes con discapacidades hasta la edad de 21 años se servirá en todas las escuelas de Southwest Public Schools a partir del martes 3 de junio y continuará hasta el 27 de junio, de lunes a jueves. Recuerde que todas las escuelas están cerradas los viernes. SummerFood.org
about 1 month ago, Southwest Public Schools
Summer Meals Spanish
A healthy meal at no cost for all children 18 years and younger, and for eligible students with disabilities up to age 21 will be served at all Southwest Public School sites beginning Tuesday, June 3, 2025. SummerFood.org
about 1 month ago, Southwest Public Schools
Free Summer Meals
SWPS Families: Please check your email for an important message regarding Gun Safe Storage. We appreciate your attention and hope you have a safe and enjoyable summer.
about 1 month ago, Southwest Public Schools
Gun Safe Storage for Parents - English & Spanish
Dear Visual and Performing Arts Parents/Guardians, Please join me in congratulating Ms. Virginia Ocanas as the new principal of VPAA for the 2025–2026 school year! Thank you to those who attended Meet the Principal today. Estimados Padres/Tutores de Artes Visuales y Escénicas, ¡Por favor, acompañenme en felicitar a la Sra. Virginia Ocanas como la nueva directora de VPAA para el año escolar 2025-2026! Gracias a todos los que asistieron a conocer a la Directora hoy.
2 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Mrs. Ocanas
We’ve got teachers, yes we do! We’ve got teachers—how about you?! Join us in celebrating the amazing educators of Southwest Public Schools this Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎
2 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Teacher Appreciation Week
📣 You're Invited! Join us for a “Meet the Principal” event for the 2025-2026 school year at the Visual and Performing Arts Academy! 📅 Tuesday, May 6th 🕗 8:00 AM 📍 VPAA Campus Come meet the new principal for next year and hear exciting plans for the year ahead! We look forward to seeing you there! ¡Están invitados! ¡Acompáñenos al evento "Conozca a la nueva Directora" para el año escolar 2025-2026 en la Academia de Artes Visuales y Escénicas! 📅 Martes, 6 de mayo 🕗 8:00 AM 📍 Escuela- VPAA ¡Venga a conocer a la nueva directora del próximo año y escuchar planes emocionantes para el año que viene! ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
2 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
VPAA Parent Meeting
Hello, parents and families of Emergent Bilingual students at Southwest Public Schools! Come and celebrate your culture, as we highlight the cultural diversity at Southwest Public Schools! Join us for the Multicultural Event on May 3rd, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in the cafeteria of the Leadership and Global Studies Academy and the College and Career Preparatory Academy. Don't miss it! ¡Hola, padres y familias de estudiantes emergentes bilingües de Southwest Public Schools! Vengan a celebrar su cultura mientras destacamos la diversidad en Southwest Public Schools! Unanse a nosotros en la Evento Multicultural este 3 de mayo de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. en la cafetería de las escuelas International Leadership Academy y College and Career Preparatory Academy. ¡No se lo pierda!
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Multicultural Day English
Multicultural Day Spanish
HUGE honor today! Dr. Adams was recognized center court as the Houston Rockets Game Changer of the Month! For over 20 years, Dr. Adams has been making a powerful difference in the lives of children across Houston — and today, the city showed its love back. Thank you, @HoustonRockets, for shining a light on the work being done to empower, educate, and uplift our youth. This one’s for every student, teacher, and family we’ve had the privilege to serve.
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Game Changer Award
It's Gifted & Talented (GT) Awareness Week! Let's acknowledge and celebrate our GT students. Annually, our students compete in a district wide GT Expo and engage in an individualized Blended Learning platform! Creativity matters! #swpsproud #TAGT #GTWEEK #whyGT
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
GT
Let’s show our Cougar pride! Tomorrow, we’re inviting students and staff to wear red or your favorite University of Houston apparel as we welcome our Coogs home from the NCAA Final Four! It’s been an incredible journey, and our support means the world. Let’s celebrate their hard work, dedication, and school spirit by turning our campuses red with pride. Go Coogs! 🐾❤️
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Go Coogs
We’re proud to recognize Mr. Amin Smith, the talented music teacher at VPAA, as SWPS Teacher of the Month!. Thank you for bringing energy and inspiration to every classroom moment! 👏🎼 #TeacherOfTheMonth #VPAA #MusicMatters #swpsproud
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
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Today is Early Release! All students dismissed at 1:00 PM. ¡Hoy hay salida temprano! Todos los alumnos salen a la 1:00 PM.
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Early Dismissal
Friday, April 4th is Early Release! All students dismissed at 1:00 PM. El viernes, 4 de abril, habrá salida temprano. Los alumnos saldrán a la 1:00 PM.
3 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Early Dismissal
All SWPS campuses/offices will be closed in recognition of Chavez/Huerta Day on Monday, March 31st. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Todas las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas en reconocimiento del Día de Chávez/Huerta el lunes 31 se marzo. Las clases resumirán el lunes 1 de abril del 2025.
4 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Chavez/Huerta Day - No School
Correction/corrección: No school for students on Friday, March 28 due to Teacher Professional Development Day. No habrá clases para los alumnos el viernes 28 de marzo debido a un día de desarrollo profesional para los maestros. All SWPS campuses/offices will be closed in recognition of Chavez/Huerta Day on Monday, March 31st. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Todas las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas en reconocimiento del Día de Chávez/Huerta el lunes 31 se marzo. Las clases resumirán el lunes 1 de abril del 2025.
4 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Upcoming Break
⏰ On Friday, March 28, we will have early dismissal to support the professional development of our teachers. All students will be dismissed at 1:00 PM. 📚🌟 ⏰ El viernes 28 de marzo tendremos salida temprano para apoyar el desarrollo profesional de nuestros maestros. Todos los alumnos saldrán a la 1:00 PM. 📚🌟
4 months ago, Southwest Public Schools
Early Dismissal