🍎 Full plates. Friendly smiles. Ready to learn! During National School Lunch Week, Oct. 12–16, we’re celebrating the SBISD School Nutrition Services team and the care they put into serving our students every day. From preparing nutritious meals to welcoming students through the lunch line, our cafeteria teams help keep kids fueled and focused. Join us in thanking the people who make lunchtime something to look forward to! 💙💛 #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #SBISD
SBISD Students Honored in 2026 I Am Texas Writing and Art Contest
Memorial High School student Ruyi Chanel Wei earned second place in the High School Art category of the statewide 2026 I Am Texas writing and art contest for her artwork, Thoughts of a Warrior. Ruyi also received a $500 cash prize.
SBISD proudly celebrates two additional finalists:
April Li, Memorial Middle School, for her artwork Sunrise on the Farm
Gabriella Peppard, Stratford High School, for her short story The Weight of a Teacup
All three students will have their work published in the 2026 I Am Texas Historian’s Journal, becoming part of The Bryan Museum’s permanent library collection. Finalist artwork will also be featured in the museum’s Student Art Expo in Galveston from Oct. 7 through Nov. 22.
We’re #SBISDProud to celebrate our amazing principals this month! Thank you to all of our school leaders for leading by example with heart, building strong school communities, and making every student feel seen and supported. #NationalPrincipalsMonth
A little pampering for our paws on patrol! 🐾🛁 Our SBISD K-9s recently stopped by the Agricultural Science Center for a spa day through our new Enterprise services. Students worked alongside our police officers to help these hardworking dogs look and feel their best, ready to serve! A whole lot of #CollectiveGreatness. 💙💛 Explore our student-powered Enterprise offerings on the Guthrie Center website: guthriecenter.springbranchisd.com #SBISDPossible
A special night celebrating our #SBISDProud community! 🌟
At last week’s Board of Trustees meeting, we recognized outstanding students, staff, community partners and district teams for achievements that continue to make a difference across SBISD.
SBISD Police Chief Larry Baimbridge received the IAMSBISD Award for going above and beyond in his commitment to public safety and service.
Our Summer Reading Rockstars were celebrated for keeping the pages turning all summer long.
Seven students were recognized as National Math Stars for their exceptional mathematical talent.
Spring Woods High School graduates Lizbeth Lopez and Narhalie Padilla were honored for earning Blue-Ribbon recognition at the Educators Rising National Conference.
Student artists and writers were recognized for their achievements in the 2026 I Am Texas Writing and Art Contest and I Write Short Stories for Kids anthology.
Spring Branch Education Foundation celebrated a record-breaking year of support, providing more than $3.68 million for SBISD students, staff and campuses.
The SBISD Financial Services Division was recognized for earning the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 34th consecutive year.
Congratulations to all who were recognized! #SBISDProud
Mark your calendars! You're invited to College Night 2026.
College Night brings more than 100 colleges & universities to Spring Branch ISD.
Prep now to make the most of College Night:
☑️ Write down schools you want to visit
☑️ Prepare a list of questions
☑️ Bring a pen and notebook to take notes
🗓 Oct. 7 | 6–8 PM
📍 Spring Woods HS (2045 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77080)
🔗 Learn more!
From fifth grade teammates to the Field of Dreams, Grant Sperandio and Quinn Fitzpatrick have shared a love of baseball for years. This summer, they competed together on the national stage, making memories along the way, including this stop on the iconic field. Now, they’re preparing for their senior seasons as cross-town rivals. The uniforms may change and the competition may get bigger, but their friendship has been there all along. ⚾ Read the full story.
Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! 💙💛 Thank you to our SBISD custodians for the hard work, dedication and care you bring to our schools every day. You keep our campuses clean, safe and welcoming, helping create spaces where students can learn and staff can do their best work.
📚 Thirty minutes a week. A connection that matters. Reading Buddies are back in SBISD schools, helping students practice reading, build confidence and connect with another caring adult who cheers them on. Thank you to our community volunteers for showing up week after week and supporting our students’ success! 💙💛 Want to become a Reading Buddy? Read the story and learn how to get involved.
#SBISDProud #SBISDPossible
Congratulations to Susan Hansen for being our Staff Member of the Month for representing the #MustangWay!
Congratulations to our Students of the Month for representing the #MustangWay!
🏈 Friday night lights are here! Get ready to cheer on our SBISD teams all month long! Check out the October football lineup and make plans to join us under the lights. Visit the SBISD Athletics website for complete schedules, game times, locations and ticket information. See you at the game! 🏈
🐎❤️ Mustang Alumni Spotlight!
How fun is it to see MHS Class of 2020 alum Davis Burleson making his mark in New York City! 🗽✨
From the halls of Memorial High School to building a successful career as a NYC content creator and influencer, Davis continues to make us #MustangProud!
Once a Mustang, always a Mustang! ❤️🐎
#MHSMustangs #MustangProud
Let's go Astros!
Keeping Every Child safe starts with awareness, education and open conversations.
SBISD Police encourages families to talk with their children about firearm safety, including the importance of never handling a firearm and knowing what to do if they encounter one:
Never touch it.
Leave the area immediately.
Tell a trusted adult.
Take a few minutes to watch this important safety message and continue the conversation at home.
The Spring Branch Education Foundation (SBEF) brought some exciting news to campuses across SBISD, surprising teachers and staff with more than $300,000 in grants for the 2026–27 school year. We went along for the ride to capture their reactions. Thank you to the Foundation, its board and our generous community for investing in our educators and supporting our promise to inspire minds and shape lives for Every Child. Visit the SBEF website to see a complete listing of grant winners. Watch the video to share in the celebration.
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We are proud to announce that the Memorial HS Sinfonia Orchestra has been named a 2026 Mark of Excellence NATIONAL WINNER!
"The Mark of Excellence is a national music competition that recognizes music ensembles for outstanding performances. Ensembles are judged by nationally known adjudicators, with the top quarter being named as National Winners and the second quarters named as Commended Winners. The Mark of Excellence received 525 entries in all classifications this year, and received entries from 40 states."
#MustangProud
"The Mark of Excellence is a national music competition that recognizes music ensembles for outstanding performances. Ensembles are judged by nationally known adjudicators, with the top quarter being named as National Winners and the second quarters named as Commended Winners. The Mark of Excellence received 525 entries in all classifications this year, and received entries from 40 states."
#MustangProud
🌟 25 YEARS OF SUPERIOR RATINGS. 100 OUT OF 100. 🌟 For the 25th consecutive year, Spring Branch ISD (SBISD) has earned the state’s highest FIRST financial accountability rating, scoring a perfect 100 out of 100 points in the two most recent years. This achievement reflects strong financial stewardship, sound budgeting and a continued commitment to responsible, student-focused decisions. 25 years. 100 points. 80 years of excellence. Another reason to celebrate what’s possible in SBISD. #SBISD80 #SBISDPossible #CollectiveGreatness
🎥 Want to be an SBISD influencer? SBISD StoryLab is looking for student creators ready to help tell the stories of our schools, students and community. Whether you’re into video, photography, social media, interviewing, writing or creating content, we want to hear from you. 👉 Apply now.
📱 Create content.
🎤 Share student voices.
📸 Capture what’s happening across SBISD.
✨ Build your skills and your portfolio.
Apply by Oct. 15! Students will be selected from this year’s applications and announced following the application period.
