Ram Nation News – April 15, 2025

Make your voice heard at our April General PTO Meeting tonight in the Waltrip Library! We’ll be voting on important updates to the PTO bylaws and the nomination slate for the 2025–2026 PTO Board. Your participation matters and helps shape the future of our Waltrip community. Stick around afterward for Coffee with Principal Randall—we’d love to see you there!

The Waltrip Wish Wall is still live—and it’s a great way to support the programs and projects that matter most to our campus community.

You can help fund things like campus beautification, new outdoor patio tables with Waltrip logo umbrellas, Waltrip Wrestling and Softball, classroom CleverTouch projectors, and more across Waltrip Athletics and academics.

Every donation goes directly toward making Waltrip even better for our students and staff. Pick a wish that speaks to you and help bring it to life—because together, Ram Nation can do big things!

Once goals have been met for Wish Wall items, any excess donations will go to PTO general funds to be used towards the school and student body

Thank you to everyone who came out to our picnic and signing night — we’re so excited to welcome new Ram Nation members and celebrate the incredible Waltrip community! The kids and teachers did a fantastic job repping their clubs and showcasing all the amazing things happening at our school.

A huge shoutout to our PTO for serving up free ice cream after school — over 300 students cooled off with a sweet treat! And the dunk tank was a hit! Big thanks to our brave teachers and students who stepped up for a splash.

Don’t miss out on our Waltrip PTO Spirit Night TONIGHT at La Viva!

Join us on April 15th from 4PM to 9PM and 20% of your bill will go back to the PTO! Just make sure to mention the Waltrip to your server. See you there, Ram Nation!

Waltrip showed up in style at this year’s Houston Art Car Parade with “Mythology,” a jaw-dropping creation led by Mr. Julon Pinkston and his incredibly talented art students!

Even more exciting—Mr. Pinkston was named the 2025 Orange Show Art Car Educator of the Year, the only educator to receive this prestigious award!

Congrats to Mr. Pinkston and our amazing art team—we’re so proud to have you at Waltrip!

Prom is around the corner, and the Waltrip High School Class of 2025 is getting ready for a night to remember. Below are important details for families of seniors:

Ticket Sales & Pricing:

March 26 – April 18: Tickets available for $100 via SchoolPay and during lunch.

April 21 – 24: Price increases to $125, cash only during lunch.

No tickets will be sold at the door.

All seniors and their guests must have a ticket for entry. This ticket includes dinner, dessert options, professional photography, and a commemorative prom memory book.

How to Receive the Prom Invitation:
Purchasing online is not the final step. Students must bring their SchoolPay receipt to Mrs. Gatica during lunch in the cafeteria to receive their formal prom invitation and be added to the official prom entry list.

Guest Policy:
Seniors wishing to bring a guest who does not attend Waltrip must complete a guest permission form. This form is available when purchasing tickets and must be submitted in advance.

Fundraiser Earned Tickets:
Students who earned a ticket through the Spring Fundraiser must check in with Mrs. Gatica during lunch to be added to the entry list and receive their invitation.

Please note:

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

No ticket sales will take place on the day of the event.

No student will be admitted without proof of ticket purchase and placement on the entry list.

Families are encouraged to help their seniors meet all deadlines and requirements to ensure a smooth and memorable prom experience.

Waltrip Tennis recently competed in the District 5A Tournament, and we’re proud to share that Wyatt Dudley went undefeated at 3-0 to win the B Bracket Consolation Championship! Also representing Ram Nation on the court was Gianna Hudson—great effort and determination from both athletes as they closed out the season!

A huge congratulations to our Lady Rams for an outstanding season and all their well-deserved honors:

🏅 Academic All-District
⚽ Offensive MVP
🏆 First Team All-District
🥈 Second Team All-District
👏 All-District Honorable Mention
🧤 Goalie of the Year

Looking forward to what’s next for this amazing team!

The Waltrip is looking for volunteers to coach 9th grade students as they work on a Delta Airlines case challenge through Junior Achievement’s 3DE program. Just 1 to 2.5 hours of your time can make a big impact—no prep needed!

Coaches guide student teams by offering feedback and asking thoughtful questions. We’re especially seeking business professionals from all industries.

📅 Sessions: April 30 & May 1
🏆 Judging Day: May 15

Don’t miss out on this school year’s memories! Order your yearbook today and secure your place in the moments that will last a lifetime.

To order, visit yearbookordercenter.com and use code 25989. Don’t wait—get yours now! Online sales end on the April 19th!

As we approach the end of the year, the Waltrip PTO School Store needs YOU! This is a great opportunity to volunteer during lunch, help raise funds for our school, and meet our amazing students. If you’re VIPS approved, please sign up to help staff the store in our new and improved central location!

If you’re not yet VIPS approved, you can sign up here: VIPS Approval

Once approved, sign up to volunteer here: Sign Up Now

Can’t volunteer? No problem! You can still help by donating: Donate Here

Your support makes a big difference!

Waltrip is celebrating our Seniors and their post-secondary plans with Decision Day! Help us make their next journey even more memorable by donating essential items for college and career success. We’re collecting school supplies, desk organizers, backpacks, water bottles, desk lamps, mini-fridges, laundry baskets, and more.

Donations can be dropped off at the College Center through April 30th. Let’s support our Seniors as they take this exciting next step!