The Tartan Tribune
October 2023
Student Holiday - Oct. 6 & 9
School Picture Retakes - October 5
School Picture Retakes will occur during all lunches in the small gym on October 5th.
First Nine Weeks Grade Reporting - October 5
Our first nine weeks will end on October 5, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Progress reports will be available in Parent Access on October 14, 2023.
This nine week grade reporting period is a UIL date in which students who are not passing will lose eligibility to participate in games or performances on October 12. 2023. Those who were failing at the six weeks progress report have the opportunity to gain eligibility on October 12, 2023 if they have brought their grades up to passing.
If you don't already have a Parent Access account, please click on the following link to create one. This is a great way for parents to keep up with student attendance, report cards, progress reports, daily grades, state test results, Students Achieving Excellence (SAE), discipline and available lunch money. Parents may also sign up to receive an email alert when an assignment score is inputted or updated.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
The McCullough Junior High School Yearbook is now on sale for $40. Please click on the link below to order your copy!
McCullough Junior High School The Woodlands, TX - Yearbook - Jostens
The link will take you directly to the McCullough ordering page. You may leave the Homeroom Teacher's Last Name blank.
Off Campus Private PE Pick Up
Pick up times for Off Campus Private PE begins at 2:23 p.m. for 7th graders and 2:28 p.m. for 8th graders. All students should be picked in the car rider line no later than 2:33 p.m. Any student remaining after 2:33 p.m. will need to be checked out through the front office.
PSAT 8/9 - October 13
PSAT 8/9 Information for Parents
On Friday, October 13th, we will be administering the PSAT 8/9 to all 8th graders at McCullough. This is not a test that is required by the state and will not have any impact on their advancement to high school. The PSAT 8/9 is a good indicator of how students will perform on the SAT in high school and is what our district uses to predict college readiness. You can find information about the PSAT 8/9 here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-8-9
This year, the PSAT 8/9 will be administered in a new digital format that will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. Your child will take the PSAT 8/9 using a device provided to them and scores will be released in mid-November.
Information about the PSAT 8/9
- It serves as a baseline for understanding students’ progress as they enter high school.
- It is an early indicator of college readiness that is aligned with the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, and PSAT.
- The scores from the test will be used for students applying to the high school academies.
- The PSAT 8/9 will include grade-level appropriate content for eighth and ninth graders that will match the scope and difficulty of work found in the classroom. The test content is aligned with the TEKS.
- There is no preparation for this test.
- No make-up day is provided for the PSAT 8/9.
What Should 8th Graders Bring on October 13?
- Students will have lunch in the cafeteria. However, students can bring a bottle of water to their testing room.
- Cell phones and smart watches must be turned off and put away. No electronic devices are allowed to remain on the student or on the student's desk during testing.
- Calculators will be provided for the math section of the PSAT 8/9.
For more information on the test, please click on the link below.
https://parents.collegeboard.org/college-board-programs/psat-89
Bell Schedule on October 13
While 8th graders are taking the PSAT 8/9, 7th graders will complete several academic activities as well as attend a general assembly led by counselors and administration. Students may bring a book to read once all activities are complete.
The schedule for the day is as follows.
8:50 - 1:36 PSAT 8/9 Testing for 8th Graders/Academic activities for 7th graders
Lunch will also occur during this time period as follows:
- 11:22 - 11:52 A Lunch – 7th graders – Group 1
- 11:54 - 12:24 B Lunch – 7th graders – Group 2
- 12:28 - 12:58 C Lunch - 8th graders – Group 1
- 1:00 - 1:30 D Lunch - 8th graders – Group 2
7th 1st Period: 1:36 – 2:03
8th 1st Period: 1:30 – 2:08
7th 2nd Period: 2:08 – 2:39
8th 2nd Period: 2:13 – 2:44
7th 3rd Period: 2:44 – 3:16
8th 3rd Period: 2:49 – 3:21
7th 4th Period: 3:21 – 4:00
8th 4th Period: 3:26 – 4:00
7th Private PE will dismiss at 3:21
8th Private PE will dismiss at 3:26
Student IDs - SMART Tags
Students are doing a great job complying with wearing their lanyards with their Student IDS/SMART Tags. Both a faster moving lunch line and bus loading is an added benefit to wearing the IDs.
Should a student forget their ID, we will print a temporary sticker in the Grade Level Office. Lost SMART Tags may be replaced by purchasing a new one on school cash online.
We will not charge for temporary stickers or issue consequences until the 2nd Nine Weeks which begins on October 10.
Academy for Careers in Engineering and Science - Oak Ridge High School
Junior High Game Prices
Ticket prices for our Conroe ISD junior high sporting events district wide are $2 per adult and $1 per child/student. Ticket takers can only accept cash (no cards, Apple Pay, Venmo, etc.). Small bills are greatly appreciated.
Ticket prices and policies for games outside of Conroe ISD vary.
Extra Help and Tutoring Opportunities
PAWS After School Tutoring
What: An after-school study hall where students can have time specifically set aside to complete their homework or get help in different subjects. We will have McCullough teachers available to assist and supervise.
Where: PAWS is held after school in the downstairs library.
When: Monday-Thursday from 4:10-5:00pm beginning Tuesday, September 5th
What should I bring? Come prepared with homework and any supplies you might need. Be sure you have enough to work on until 5:00. Students will have access to chromebooks for online work. Students will not be dismissed early from PAWS and must remain in the library the entire time.
How do I get home? As soon as the students enter and sign in, car riders will text their ride to remind them that pick up is at the front of the building at 5:00pm. There is no late bus. All students from PAWS will leave together and go to the covered horseshoe at the front office to wait for their ride. Walkers and bike riders will leave from the front as well.
PAWS is a positive environment to support student success.
McCullough PTO Information
Thank you for the amazing Fiesta lunch provided to our staff on Thurs Sept 14! It was so delicious!
We appreciate the support of our PTO and McCullough families!
If you would like to contribute to the next Staff Appreciation luncheon, please click on the following link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FAFAB28A6FF2-44813229-mccstaff/39479302#/
We appreciate the support of our PTO and McCullough families!
McCullough PTO Spirit Wear
Two popular spirit wear tops are back on sale until October 10! As these items will be pre-order only, there is no inventory for immediate delivery.
Please note all orders will be processed and delivered a few weeks after October 10!
Buy here: https://mccullough-pto.square.site/
Save the Date! Spirit Day all day on Wed Oct 18 at MOD Pizza!
6777 Woodlands Pkwy, Suite 314 The Woodlands, TX 77382
Please say McCullough PTO and 20% of your bill comes back to us!
Bring in this flyer or order online through the MOD app or website, using the provided coupon code : MODGIVES20
PTO Memberships
It is not too late to purchase a membership.
Purchase your membership by Friday, September 29 to receive access to the McCullough Junior High digital school directory! Digital Access to the school directory will be available later in October.
Join here:
https://mcculloughpto.weebly.com/join-the-pto.html
McCullough Junior High Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a group of parents, family members, staff, and teachers who work together to enhance academic achievement and enrichment for all students. Thank you to families who have already taken out a PTO membership!
Would you like to purchase a directory business ad? Do you have questions about the membership drive or the status of your PTO membership?
If so, please contact: mcculloughpto@gmail.com
Thank you!
Coats for Kids Drive
CISD Police Department is sponsoring the 21st Coats for Kids Drive Collection dates are October 16th - November 3rd, 2023. We are collecting new or gently used coats, hoodies, and sweaters to help those in need within our community. Donate in the front office or room B222.
TWHS Feeder/District & Other News
Conroe ISD Bond Information
At their Special Board Meeting on August 1, 2023, the Conroe ISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to put four propositions on the November 7th ballot for a bond referendum. If voters approve Prop A and any combination of Props B, C, and/or D on November 7, there is a 2-cent anticipated tax rate increase to Conroe ISD residents in 2024-2025. Leading up to Election Day, you will continue to receive factual information about the upcoming bond. To learn more about Bond 2023, please visit www.conroeisd.net/bond or follow us on social media.
Prop A in Bond 2023 includes 8 new schools. Conroe ISD schools are collectively at 104% capacity with some campuses exceeding 150% of capacity. The largest project in Prop A is a new high school for the Conroe area to relieve Conroe and Caney Creek High Schools. Conroe High School’s enrollment is over 5,000 students and projected to exceed 6,000 students in three years.
New Schools in Prop A are as follows:
- The Woodlands Feeder Elementary (opens 2025)
- 242 Corridor Elementary (opens 2025)
- Grand Oaks 7-8, 9th Grade Campus (opens 2026)
- Grand Oaks Feeder Elementary (opens 2026)
- Conroe Area High School (opens 2027)
- Caney Creek 9th Grade Campus (opens 2027)
- Conroe Area Junior High (opens 2027)
- Conroe Area Intermediate (opens 2027)
Prop A also includes additions to 3 campuses. They are as follows:
- McCullough Junior High (500 seats)
- Hailey Elementary (100 seats)
- Ford Elementary (100 seats)
To learn more about these and other items in Prop A, please visit [www.conroeisd.net/bond]www.conroeisd.net/bond.
Helpful Links and Other Information
Tentative Dates for 2023-24 School Year
New Dates are Bolded
The following dates have been tentatively set for the 2023-24 academic year:
Fall Semester
Oct. 5 - School Picture Retakes
Oct. 13 - PSAT 8/9 Administration - New Date
Oct. 30 & 31 Student Pep Rallies
Dec. 12 - Dec. 15 Midterm Exams
Dec. 15 - Student Early Release Day
Spring Semester
Jan 3 - First Day of Spring Semester
Jan. 18 - PTO General Meeting 9:30 LGI
Jan. 24 - 25 Spring Pictures Taken Through History Classes
April 15 - 16 STAAR Reading
April 22 - 25 STAAR Science, History, Math
Apr. 18 - PTO General Meeting 9:30 LGI
May 20 - May 23 Final Exams
May 23 - Student Early Release Day
Counselors and Administrators 2023-24
Counselors
- Jenny Wheeler, jawheeler@conroeisd.net, 7th grade students with last names, A-K.
- Alex Schultz, aschultz@conroeisd.net, 7th grade students with last names L-Z.
- Jesenya Garcia, jesgarcia@conroeisd.net, 8th grade students with last names A-K
- Marti Meerscheidt, mmeerscheidt@conroeisd.net will be Ms. Garcia's long-term sub through October
- Jana Goforth, jgoforth@conroeisd.net, 8th grade students with last names L-Z.
Assistant Principals
- Delvin Sims, dpsims@conroeisd.net, 7th grade students with last names A-K
- Farrin Ormes, formes@conroeisd.net, 7th grade students with last names L-Z
- Crystal Kocian, ckocian@conroeisd.net, 8th grade students with last names A-K
- Christian Lloyd, clloyd@conroeisd.net, 8th grade students with last names L-Z
Associate Principal
- Wendi Spears, wspears@conroeisd.net
- Danny Johnson, danjohnson@conroeisd.net will be Ms. Spears long-term sub through Oct. 25, 2023
Principal
- Jill Houser, jhouser@conroeisd.net
McCullough JHS Contact Information
Main Office.....................................832.592.5100
24-hour Attendance Line...............832.592.5111
McCullough Fax.............................832.592.5116
Clinic...............................................832.592.5122
Clinic Fax........................................832.592.5127
Counselor's Office..........................832.592.5194
Registrar..........................................832.592.5114