RSPA Campus Information
Address: 13334 Wallisville Road, Houston, TX 77049
Phone: (281) 459-9797
CAMPUS ADMINISTRATORS:
Campus Principal: Sonya Akers, M.Ed
Assistant Principal: Mosadi Felder D’Aguilar, M. Ed.
Secretary: Jennifer Gooden
Registrar: Stacey Hairston
Counselor: Jassitte Gibson
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Hello RSPA Families,
Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! We hope everyone enjoyed a joyful holiday season filled with family time and lasting memories.
This semester, our focus remains on academic growth, strong instruction, and consistent expectations across all grade levels. In PreK–2nd grade, scholars are strengthening foundational reading and numeracy skills through daily guided reading and guided math lessons designed to meet individual learning needs. Our 3rd–8th grade scholars will remain engaged in rigorous, relevant learning experiences that build critical thinking skills and academic confidence. Students in these grades are also engaging in targeted instruction to prepare for STAAR assessments while mastering essential standards in all core content areas.
NWEA MAP testing will take place later this month. This assessment helps us measure scholar growth in reading, math, and science. Tutorials will begin this semester, so please be on the lookout for a letter with additional information if your scholar is selected to attend.
Parents, this is a friendly reminder that daily attendance is vital to your scholar’s success. Scholars are considered tardy at 8:05 AM and absent after 9:45 AM. Students with excessive absences will receive a letter from the school and may be at risk of attending summer school. When your child is absent, please send a note including your scholar’s name, grade level, and reason for absence.
As a proud STEAM district, we are excited to host our 2nd Annual STEAM Day in January. Scholars will engage in hands-on, innovative learning experiences that promote creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. More details will be shared soon!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Let’s make 2026 an amazing year of growth and success for our scholars.
Growing Students with Excellence Every Day!
Sonya Akers, M.Ed., Campus Principal
Upcoming Events…
College & Career Convention: A Whole New Pathway to Your Future
College & Career Convention: A Whole New Pathway to Your Future
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Congratulations to our Scholars & CREW Member of the Month!
Hello Parents!
Happy New Year, and welcome to 2026! I hope you all enjoyed a restful and much-needed holiday break. We are excited to dive into the second half of the school year with renewed energy and focus.
As we return from Christmas Break, our scholars will spend this month learning about perseverance, what it means, why it matters, and how it can help them achieve their goals. Now is the perfect time for students to realign their focus and push toward a strong finish this school year.
Attention 8th Grade Families: High School Planning
It’s time to begin exploring high school options! Many high schools, especially specialized programs, have admissions criteria that students must meet in order to be accepted.
We encourage all 8th-grade parents and scholars to:
- Research schools of interest early
- Check admission requirements
- Contact schools for information
- Begin preparing any needed materials or criteria
Please don’t wait until the last minute. I am here to support you with anything you may need during this process.
Please virtually join me for Coffee with the Counselor on January 8th at 9:00 AM.
Best Regards,
Jassitte Gibson, M.Ed.
Campus Counselor
Nurse’s Station
Cold and Flu Season is here!
Hello, Parents!
Good hygiene practices are essential during cold and flu season. Teaching kids to wash their hands regularly with soap and water, especially before and after using the bathroom, can significantly reduce the spread of germs. Additionally, encouraging them to cover their mouth and noses with a tissue or their elbow when they cough or sneeze helps contain germs. Let’s help our kiddos stay healthy!
Remember, my door is always open if your student is ever feeling unwell while at school or needs someone to talk to!
Sincerely,
Demetria Wills,
Campus Nurse Aide
January News from Ms. Randolph
Greetings, RSPA Families,
As we step into a new year, January invites us to reset, refocus, and move forward with intention. A new year doesn’t mean everything has to change overnight; it simply means we’re given another opportunity to grow, learn, and begin again.
“May this new year remind you that new beginnings don’t require perfection, just hope, courage, and one step forward at a time.” ✨
I am deeply grateful for our RSPA families. Thank you for continuing to show up, support our scholars, and stay engaged with our school community. As we enter 2026, please remember that you are not walking this journey alone. Our community is here to support, uplift, and encourage one another every step of the way.
🌟 Community Resource Highlight
As we begin this new year, I want to share a few valuable community resources that may be helpful for our families:
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✂️ Free Haircuts — The Barber Program at HCC Central
Availability: Details: Contact:
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💼 The Women’s Resource of Greater Houston
Availability: Services Provided: For High School Students: Contact: |
🌟 A Note of Encouragement for the New Year
As we begin this new chapter, please remember:
• Progress is still progress, even when it’s slow
• It’s okay to start over, more than once
• Take care of yourself as you care for others
Your RSPA family is rooting for you, believing in you, and walking alongside you.
Thank you for being an important part of our school community.
Wishing you clarity, strength, and meaningful moments this January and beyond. 💛✨
Serina Randolph
Parent & Family Community Engagement Specialist
Parent Announcements
Arrivals & Dismissal
ARRIVALS:
- Student drop-off is at the front of Building B.
- Morning drop-off time begins at 7:30 AM when the school doors open.
- If parents need to drop their child off earlier than 7:30 AM, child will be placed in Crayon Club and assessed a $25.00 fee.
- Hugs and kisses are encouraged at the front door, not in the building.
- Classes begin at 7:55 AM.
- At 8:05 AM, all doors will be locked, and parents must walk students into the front office to sign in. Students are considered tardy after 8:05 AM. 3 Tardies = 1 Absence.
- Students are counted ABSENT if they’re checked out before 9:45 AM or arrive after 9:45 AM.
DISMISSAL:
- Classes end at 3:30 PM.
- Early pick-up ends at 2:15 PM. No student will be released between 2:15 and 3:25 PM.
- Car Tags will be issued to each car rider student. Please display it upon pick-up.
- If parents need to pick their child up later than 3:30 PM, child will be placed in Crayon Club and assessed a $25.00 fee if not enrolled in the 21st Century After-School Program.
- Please ensure the school is aware of any transportation changes by 2:15 PM. Email the teacher or call the front office if needed. Parents of bus riders must notify the Transportation Dept. in the Cariina App. Safety is our top priority, and we must know how your child will get home.
Attendance & Parent Portal
Please make sure that your child attends school daily. It is imperative to their academic success and growth in school. Just as a reminder: students who miss 10 or more school days may receive an attendance behavior contract and could be subject to compulsory attendance laws. Also, 3 tardies are equivalent to one absence.
To view your scholar’s attendance or grades, log in to your Parent Portal.
25-26 Campus Spirit Tee
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Cell Phone Policy
Students are permitted to bring personal technology devices (e.g., cell phones, tablets, earpieces, headphones) to school. However, all devices must remain turned off and completely out of sight throughout the academic day, including during arrival and hallway transitions. Devices may only be used after school, starting at 3:30 PM. Students will be prohibited from having devices out on school buses. This policy applies to all personal technology, including cell phones, headphones, earbuds, smartwatches, tablets, etc.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING
13334 Wallisville Rd.
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 458-4334
information@rhodesschool.org
CAMPUS LOCATION
13334 Wallisville Rd.
Houston, TX 77049
(281) 459-9797
Chrishelle Palay, President
Kenitra Bennett-Edwards, M. Ed., Member
Michelle Harris, M. Ed, Member
Sloane Hughlett, Member
Derrick Sherrard, Member
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