Serving with the perspective of both a parent and an advocate, she has been a strong voice for students, educators, and staff.
Guided by a belief that real progress happens when we move forward together, her steady leadership, thoughtful service, and genuine care for the community continue to help strengthen and improve Cleveland ISD.
#ClevelandISD #BoardProud #ForwardTogether

Cleveland ISD School Board Meeting Announcement
The Cleveland ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular School Board Meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 pm
Location:
Cleveland ISD Administrative Building
1901 E. Houston Street
Cleveland, Texas 77327
• The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=cleveland+isd
• Public comment will be available in person in accordance with Board Policy BED
• The recorded meeting will be posted on the district website following the meeting
We encourage our community to stay engaged and informed as the Board continues its work in support of students, staff, and families.
#ClevelandISD #ForwardTogether #SchoolBoardMeeting

We had a smooth and successful first day back from the holiday break—thank you for your support!
📸 Reminder: Tomorrow, January 8, we will take group pictures and Fall semester picture retakes.
Please help students come camera-ready and on time.
Thank you for partnering with us!
¡Buenas tardes, familias de Pine Burr!
Tuvimos un excelente y tranquilo primer día de regreso después de las vacaciones—¡gracias por su apoyo!
📸 Recordatorio: Mañana, 8 de enero, tomaremos fotos de grupo y retomas de fotos del semestre de otoño.
Por favor ayúdenos enviando a los estudiantes listos para la foto y puntuales.
¡Gracias por ser parte de nuestra comunidad escolar!


















With pointy hats and curly shoes!







Our school turned green from head to toe,
For "Dress as the Grinch" day—ho ho ho!









Board Meeting Agenda
Public comment will be available in person. Members of the public who wish to speak must complete and submit a Notice of Intent to Address the Board of Trustees by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15.
Speaker Guidelines (per Board Policy BED):
3 minutes
In-person or via teleconference
Meeting Guidelines for Cleveland ISD
For the safety of all attendees:
All regular monthly board meetings are live-streamed and recorded for public access.
The board may confine its meetings to specified subject matter
Public comment shall occur at the beginning of the meeting.

Fiestas de Navidad en los Salones – Información y Registro para Familias – viernes, 19 de diciembre
Queridas familias de Pine Burr,
Cleveland ISD tendrá salida temprana a las 2:20 p.m. el viernes 19 de diciembre. Aunque es un día especial, la instrucción y el aprendizaje seguirán siendo una prioridad. Por favor lean la siguiente información para que nuestra celebración sea segura, organizada y agradable para nuestros estudiantes.
🎉 Cada clase tendrá una celebración de 30 minutos:
•PK–1.er grado: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
•2.º–5.º grado: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Este horario nos ayuda a proteger el tiempo de enseñanza y mantener el día funcionando sin interrupciones.
🧁 Bocadillos/Meriendas Permitidos (Solo comprados en la tienda)
Si desea enviar algo para la fiesta, por favor recuerde:
✔️ Solo artículos comprados en la tienda
✔️ Se permiten: cupcakes, galletas, papitas y juguitos
🚫 No se permiten comidas, como:
•Pizza
•Comida rápida (McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, etc.)
•Comida caliente (tamales, pollo, arroz, hot dogs, etc.)
•Cualquier comida que necesite calentarse o utensilios
Esta medida ayuda a los maestros a limpiar y preparar sus salones para cuando los estudiantes regresen en enero.
Nota: La oficina no aceptará comidas completas.
👗 Recordatorio del Código de Vestimenta para Visitantes
Para mantener un ambiente seguro y respetuoso para todos los niños, por favor asegúrese de que su vestimenta cumpla con las siguientes reglas:
✔️ Los hombros, el abdomen y el pecho deben estar cubiertos
✔️ Los shorts, faldas o vestidos deben tener un largo apropiado
✔️ La ropa interior no debe ser visible
✔️ Su ropa no debe mostrar:
•Groserías o lenguaje ofensivo
•Logos de drogas, alcohol o tabaco
•Imágenes violentas u ofensivas
•Contenido inapropiado o sugestivo
Los visitantes que no cumplan con el código de vestimenta podrán ser invitados a ajustarse la ropa o puede que no se les permita entrar a los salones.
👨👩👧 Guías de Seguridad y Visitas
Para mantener la seguridad y evitar el sobrecupo:
Todos los visitantes deben pre-registrarse usando el formulario:
✔️ La pre-registración permite una entrada más rápida el día del evento.
Formulario:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScby1tQ6lydFD6bamEsX4XNEJ0sevYiXxtMPfJbrDi74GZLNA/viewform?usp=header
✔️Los visitantes que no se registren con anticipación deberán pasar por el proceso regular de Raptor, lo cual puede tardar más.
✔️La registración cierra el miércoles 17 de diciembre a las 5:00 p.m.
✔️No se permiten niños en edad escolar en las fiestas (incluyendo estudiantes ausentes de su propia escuela, dentro o fuera de Cleveland ISD).
✔️Los estudiantes de PK–1.er grado permanecerán en sus salones y NO acompañarán a sus padres a las fiestas de los grados mayores. Esto ayuda a evitar el sobrecupo y garantiza espacio suficiente en los salones.
✔️Sin identificación física, no habrá entrada al edificio. No aceptaremos fotos de identificaciones.
🚘 Opción de Salida Temprana
Las familias pueden recoger a sus hijos directamente del salón a la 1:00 p.m.
Los estudiantes que no sean recogidos saldrán a las 2:20 p.m. durante la salida temprana.
PBE Classroom Holiday Parties – Parent Information & Registration
Dear Pine Burr Families,
Cleveland ISD will have early release at 2:20 p.m. on Friday, December 19. Even on this special day, instruction and learning will remain a priority. Please read the important information below so we can have a safe, organized, and enjoyable celebration for our students.
Each class will have a short, 30-minute celebration:
•PK–1st Grade: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
•2nd–5th Grade: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
This schedule helps us protect learning time and keep the day running smoothly.
🧁 Snacks Allowed (Store-Bought Only)
If you would like to send something for the party, please remember:
✔️ Store-bought snacks only
✔️ Allowed snacks include: cupcakes, cookies, chips, and juice pouches
🚫 No meals — This includes items such as:
•Pizza
•Fast food (McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, etc.)
•Hot food (tamales, chicken, rice, hot dogs, etc.)
•Anything that requires reheating or utensils
Keeping snacks simple helps teachers clean their rooms and get them ready for when students return in January. Please note: The front office will not accept meal-type items.
👗 Parent Dress Code Reminder
To ensure a respectful and safe environment for all children, please make sure your clothing follows these guidelines:
✔️ Shoulders, midriff, and chest areas must be covered
✔️ Shorts, skirts, or dresses should be an appropriate length
✔️ Undergarments should not be visible
✔️ Clothing must not display:
•Profanity
•Drugs, alcohol, or tobacco logos
•Violence or offensive images
•Inappropriate or suggestive content
Visitors who do not meet dress code expectations may be asked to adjust or may not be allowed to enter the classroom areas.
Visitor & Safety Guidelines
To ensure safety and avoid overcrowding:
•All visitors must pre-register using the form below. Pre-registration gives you faster check-in on the day of the event. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScby1tQ6lydFD6bamEsX4XNEJ0sevYiXxtMPfJbrDi74GZLNA/viewform?usp=header
•Visitors who do not register in advance will check in through the regular Raptor system, which may take longer.
•Registration closes Wednesday, December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
•No school-aged children are allowed to attend the parties (including children absent from their own school inside or outside Cleveland ISD).
•PK–1st grade students will stay in their classrooms and will NOT join parents in upper-grade celebrations. This helps prevent overcrowding and ensures space in classrooms for visiting families.
•No physical ID equals no entrance to the building. We will not be accepting pictures of people's IDs.
Early Check-Out Option
Families may check out their child from the classroom at 1:00 p.m.
Students who remain on campus will be dismissed at 2:20 p.m. during early release.
The ugliest, tackiest sweaters you've ever seen!















Please be aware that we are experiencing heavy fog in some areas of the district, which is causing delays on several bus routes. Please expect some buses to arrive late this morning. Safety is our top priority, and we appreciate your patience and understanding.
Thank you,
Pine Burr Elementary
Buenos días, familias de PBE,
Queremos informarles que estamos experimentando niebla densa en algunas áreas del distrito, lo cual está causando retrasos en varias rutas de autobuses. Algunos autobuses llegarán tarde esta mañana. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes es nuestra prioridad. Agradecemos su paciencia y comprensión.
Gracias,
Pine Burr Elementary
Join us as CHS Band Director Mr. Shaka Hawkins and senior drum major Christopher Ibarra share the journey that led to their UIL State Military Marching Championship. Their story is filled with pride, discipline, and the powerful rhythm that defines our band program.
Click to watch and celebrate this outstanding achievement with us. Cleveland ISD is proud of our champions and the legacy they continue to build.
#RoyalBravesBand #FiresideChat #VictoryAndRhythm #ForwardTogether
Fireside Chat Episode 3: "Victory and Rhythm"
https://youtu.be/0JfkfxW-p2E

Two antlers bouncing and a whole herd of reindeer running free!
On Friday our staff and students transformed into the jolliest reindeer crew, Noses glowing, bells a-jingling, spreading Christmas cheer.







More Candy Cane treats... 🍭
















This week’s Pine Burr newsletter is now available in Rooms!
Please take a moment to review important events and reminders. Thank you for staying connected and supporting your child each day. We are ALL IN!
¡El boletín de Pine Burr para esta semana ya está disponible en Rooms!
Tomen un momento para revisar los eventos y recordatorios importantes. Gracias por mantenerse conectados y apoyar a sus hijos cada día.




These weeks before the holidays are essential for our students’ learning. Please review the newsletter for key information, reminders, and ways you can support attendance and academic focus.
Thank you for walking with us toward a strong finish to the semester!
Ya puede leer el boletín semanal de Pine Burr. Estas semanas antes de las vacaciones son esenciales para el aprendizaje de nuestros estudiantes. Revisen el boletín para conocer información clave, recordatorios y cómo pueden apoyar la asistencia y el enfoque académico. ¡Gracias por caminar con nosotros hacia un cierre fuerte del semestre! translate to english


Cleveland ISD
Forward Together
The Cleveland ISD Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025. The meeting will be held at Santa Fe Middle School, 7499 County Road 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the district website by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Board Meeting Agenda
Public comment will be available in person. Members of the public who wish to speak must complete and submit a Notice of Intent to Address the Board of Trustees by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, November 17.
Speaker Guidelines (per Board Policy BED):
3 minutes
In-person or via teleconference
Meeting Guidelines for Cleveland ISD
For the safety of all attendees:
All regular monthly board meetings are live-streamed and recorded for public access.
The board may confine its meetings to specified subject matter
Public comment shall occur at the beginning of the meeting.

