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SUBJECT: Condit Happenings 3.1.2026

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Condit Happenings
Issue #31: March 1, 2026
Condit's Odyssey of the Mind Team Qualifies for State Competition

We are proud to share that one of Condit’s Odyssey of the Mind teams has qualified for the State Competition! Through creativity, teamwork, and countless hours of problem-solving, these students rose to the challenge and impressed the judges with their innovative solution and outstanding performance.

Please join us in congratulating (pictured left to right) Charlotte Doucet, Fiona Yudovich, Peyton Fisher, Reva Pawaskar, Izzy Funk, Vir Oza, Solomon Heilbronner, along with their coaches (not pictured), Stephanie Yudovich and Sarah Heilbronner.

We wish them the very best as they prepare to represent Condit at the state competition on March 28!

You're Invited to Leadership Day!

Friday, March 6
Check-in Begins: 8:00 AM

Program Begins: 8:30 AM

Please join us on Friday, March 6, to hear from our student leaders, visit our classrooms, and experience Condit's leadership culture.  Check-in begins at 8:00 AM, and the program starts at 8:30 AM.

👉RSVP for Leadership Day

Spring Break - No School

Monday, March 9 - Friday, March 13

Wishing our Condit families a happy Spring Break!

School resumes Monday, March 16.

4th vs 5th Grade Kickball Tournament

Registration Opens: Tuesday, March 17 at 8:00 AM
Kickball Tournament: Friday, May 15 at 3:15 PM

Sign-ups for the 4th vs. 5th Grade Kickball Tournament open Tuesday, March 17 at 8:00 AM and close Wednesday, March 18 at 9:00 PM.

There are 36 spots per grade, plus a limited waitlist available on a first-come, first-served basis. After registration closes, families on the waitlist will be contacted if a spot becomes available.

New This Year: Hype Squad!

If your child wants to be part of the fun but prefers not to play in the game, sign up for the Hype Squad! Hype Squad members will cheer on their friends and receive a personalized t-shirt, snack, drink, and popsicle—just like the players. Hype Squad spots are unlimited, so everyone can join the fun!

Please Note:

  • If you have twins or children in both 4th and 5th grade, they will appear on the same form. Please have only one parent log in and complete the registration.
  • A waitlist will open once a grade level reaches capacity. Before the waitlist goes live, the Kickball Committee will send an email announcing the exact time it will open. You will check out without payment to join the waitlist. Additional details will be shared after registration closes.
  • Students who register for the Hype Squad can still join the waitlist for kickball team. If they are provided a spot on the kickball team, they will not need to pay a separate fee for kickball.
  • Students must be available for the entire tournament from 3:15 PM - 6:45 PM on Friday, May 15 in order to participate. We cannot accommodate specific game time requests. (No exceptions.)
  • We will need many parent volunteers to make this event a success! A volunteer signup will be shared closer to the event.
  • If you need financial assistance, please select the “Pay Offline” option at checkout and email kickball@conditpto.org.
  • Registration link for kickball tournament will not be active until 8:00 AM on Tuesday, March 17.

For questions or concerns, please contact kickball@conditpto.org. Thank you!

Condit Spirit Event: Fajita Pete’s

Wednesday, March 18
All Day Spirit Event
WestU Location only

Support Condit PTO and let Fajita Pete’s take care of dinner on March 18!

Dine in (limited seating available), order takeout, or have your meal delivered by placing your order online. This fundraiser is valid all day and applies only to the West U location on Weslayan Street. No need to mention Condit, as a portion of all sales that night will support us!

Fajita Pete's
6719 Weslayan St
Houston, TX 77005 

Booster Fun Run

Kickoff: Wednesday, March 18
Fun Run: Friday, March 27

Mark Your Calendar! Condit’s Fun Run fundraising kicks off Wednesday, March 18, and the big event takes place Friday, March 27! Our goal is to raise $80,000 to fund new classroom smart boards.

Stay tuned for details on how to register and how you can earn prizes for yourself, your teacher, and your grade. Let’s go, Condit!

Condit Chicken Coop

Please sign up to care for our beloved school chickens over weekends and holidays! Our girls need a little extra love and “tender” care while school is out. 🐔💚

👉 Sign up here to help with the Condit Chicken Coop!

Join Team Condit for the Bellaire Trolley Run

The City of Bellaire and Patrons for Bellaire Parks are hosting the 30th Annual Trolley Run on Saturday, April 11! Many of our Condit families participate each year, and we’re excited to share that a Team Condit has been created for students, teachers, and families who would like to join and represent our school.

How to Register and Join Team Condit:

  • Click here to register for the event (multiple race options are available).
  • Select Yes for “Would you like to join or create a Trolley Run 2026 Team?”
  • After signing the event waivers, you will be prompted to select your team.
    • Under Join an existing Trolley Run 2026 Team, choose Team Condit.
    • Enter the password: GoCondit26TR

If you’ve already registered and would like to be added to Team Condit, please email community@conditpto.org with the names of registered participants.

Don’t wait — early bird pricing ends Monday, March 2. We hope to see lots of Condit Cats at the starting line! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Proposed Slate for the 2026-2027 PTO Board & SDMC

We are delighted to announce the proposed slate for the 2026-2027 PTO Board & SDMC:

President: Faith Knudsen

President Elect: Rebecca Grazier

Treasurer: Ashley Nadon

Treasurer Elect: Allison Welch

VP of Finance – Business: Amy Cohen

VP of Finance – Family: Raquel Bruner

VP of External Communications & Student Activities: Steve Scharpf

VP of Internal Communications: Rebecca Grazier

VP of Social & Community Service: Pinar Cepni

VP of School Services & Support: Stephanie Raffle

Past President/Parliamentarian: Sirynda Sheng

SDMC Representative: Mariana Evans

SDMC Representative: Keith Nodskov

All nominees are listed in BOLD. The general PTO will vote on the proposed slate at the March PTO meeting. A BIG thank you to all involved in the process and congratulations to the nominees!

Condit Kinder Tours

It's touring time! Help us spread the news!

  • Friday, March 20
  • Thursday, May 14

👉 Register for an upcoming Kinder Tour 

Pershing Fine Arts Magnet Tours

Join us for a Pershing Fine Arts Magnet Tour to learn about magnet opportunities for zoned students, as well as accelerated academic pathways.

👉 Register for an upcoming Pershing Middle School Tour

Upcoming Events
Monday, March 2
Tier II Leader Recognition Day
Friday, March 6
Leadership Day
Monday, March 9
Spring Break | No School
Tuesday, March 10
Spring Break | No School
Wednesday, March 11
Spring Break | No School
Thursday, March 12
Spring Break | No School
Friday, March 13
Spring Break | No School
Wednesday, March 18
Boosterthon Kickoff
Spirit Event: Fajita Pete's West U (All Day)
Thursday, March 19
5:30p Dads' Club: Happy Hour at The '401
Friday, March 20
Staff Appreciation Lunch
Condit Kindergarten Tours
8:00a PTO Meeting
3:00p FriYay
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Thank You, Sponsors!

Please join us in thanking our Sponsors for today's newsletter.  When you visit their businesses, please be sure to let them know you are with Condit Elementary School!

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