🐻📚 School is almost in session, Bears! Get ready for new adventures, new friendships, and exciting opportunities to learn and grow. The Spring Branch Elementary team is excited to welcome you back for an incredible year ahead. Welcome back, Bears—we can't wait to see you! #SpringBranchElementary #BearPride #BackToSchool #SBISD 💙🐻📚
We hope you had an amazing first few days back at school! 💙💛 There’s so much more to celebrate, and we’ll be sharing more of the fun next week. Be sure to follow along on social media as we capture more moments from across the district. Welcome back, SBISD! Here’s to a great year ahead! 🎉 #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #SBISD80
First day. First look. Endless possibilities. 💙💛 Students are officially making the new Guthrie Center their own! On their first day of classes, students got a firsthand look at the new spaces where they’ll learn, create, explore and prepare for what comes next. This is T-2-4 in action, and it’s just the beginning of what’s possible at the Guthrie Center. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #SBISD80
What a way to start the year! 💙💛 From big smiles and first-day hugs to reconnecting with friends and meeting new teachers, there were so many great moments across SBISD today. 📸 Check out some of our favorite photos from the first day of school! Here’s to an amazing year ahead! #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible
🎒💛 School starts tomorrow, SBISD!
As students head back to school, let’s all do our part to help make the first day a safe one.
🚗 Slow down and stay alert in school zones.
🚌 Stop for school buses when lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended.
🚸 Watch for students in crosswalks and near bus stops.
📵 Put the phone down and keep your attention on the road.
⏰ Give yourself extra time. Arrival and dismissal may take a little longer during the first few days.
👮 Follow directions from crossing guards, SBISD Police and campus staff.
Whether you’re driving, walking, biking or riding the bus, a little extra patience and attention can make a big difference.
Let’s start the school year safely, SBISD! 💙💛 #SBISDProud #BackToSchool
As students head back to school, let’s all do our part to help make the first day a safe one.
🚗 Slow down and stay alert in school zones.
🚌 Stop for school buses when lights are flashing and the stop sign is extended.
🚸 Watch for students in crosswalks and near bus stops.
📵 Put the phone down and keep your attention on the road.
⏰ Give yourself extra time. Arrival and dismissal may take a little longer during the first few days.
👮 Follow directions from crossing guards, SBISD Police and campus staff.
Whether you’re driving, walking, biking or riding the bus, a little extra patience and attention can make a big difference.
Let’s start the school year safely, SBISD! 💙💛 #SBISDProud #BackToSchool
Take a look inside the new Guthrie Center! Made possible through the 2022 Bond Program, this incredible new space is ready for students. We can’t wait to see it come to life as we head back to school! Check out the photo gallery for a first look. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #SBISDBond
The newest edition of Inspire is here, and it's packed with everything families need to start the school year strong. From back to school reminders and key dates to district news and helpful resources, this issue has you covered as we count down to the first day of school. Read the latest edition. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #BackToSchool
Families – make sure to update your Skyward Family Access mobile app ! The latest mobile app update may require you to run updates from the App Store on your phone before you can sign in. Don't wait until the first day of school!
We've posted step-by-step instructions on our website to help you:
✅ Update the Skyward Family Access app
✅ Reset your password
✅ Be ready for the first day
Take a few minutes now to ensure you're ready to access schedules, grades, attendance and important school information.
🔗 Click here to learn more
The future is taking shape at The Guthrie Center! We're excited to see the state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education (CTE) facility featured by KPRC2 as we prepare to welcome students for an incredible school year. This September, we'll celebrate the grand opening of The Guthrie Center, a milestone made possible through the 2022 Bond Program and our community's investment in the future. Read more in KPRC2's story and follow along as we count down to opening day. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible
Our partner, Spring Spirit will host this back to school event for the families in our community.
Spring Branch ISD (SBISD) continues to set the standard for excellence in visual arts, earning recognition as a Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) District of Distinction for the sixth consecutive year. SBISD is one of only 109 school districts in Texas to receive the prestigious honor for the 2025-2026 school year. More than 1,200 eligible districts were invited to apply. #SBISDPossible
Welcome, Principal Mandy Ruiz! Spring Branch Elementary is proud to welcome Mandy Ruiz as its new principal.
Inspired by her great-grandmother, who taught in a one-room schoolhouse, Principal Ruiz has dedicated more than 20 years to helping students, educators and families grow together. She is honored to continue the proud tradition of Spring Branch Elementary, the district's very first school.
Principal Ruiz believes great schools are built on Collective Greatness.
Her leadership is rooted in collaboration, ensuring every voice is valued and every member of the school community has the opportunity to succeed.
This school year, Principal Ruiz is focused on:
Building on Spring Branch Elementary's legacy of excellence
Strengthening partnerships with students, families and staff
Creating a collaborative school community
Ensuring every student feels connected and challenged
Inspiring students to take pride in their school and their learning
🔗 Read more about Principal Ruiz here
We are excited to welcome Principal Ruiz to Spring Branch Elementary and look forward to the future of this incredible school community!
Applications for free and reduced-price school meals for the 2026-2027 school year are now available. Families who may qualify are encouraged to apply. Learn more about eligibility requirements and the application process in the full article, linked below. #SBISDProud
🔗 Read the article
🔗 Visit the School Nutrition Services website to learn more
Ready for the first day? Bus routes are now available! Take a few minutes to find your student's bus route before school starts so you're ready for a smooth first day.
🗓️ First day: Thursday, August 13
🔗 Find my bus route
