Ram Nation News – March 18, 2025

Waltrip’s biggest fundraiser of the year is less than two weeks away, and we need your support! We’re raising funds for exciting campus improvements, and the best way to help is by grabbing a ticket to DJ Bingo Night. It’s a fun night out for a great cause—plus, your ticket includes a delicious dinner from Local Table! For even more fun, you can dress up as your favorite character from a movie, TV show, or stage production—totally optional, but highly encouraged!

Don’t wait—get your tickets or become a sponsor today!

Ram Nation, don’t miss our PTO General Meeting tonight at 6 PM in the Waltrip Library! Stay after for Coffee with Principal Randall, where you’ll have a chance to hear updates and ask questions. See you there!

Dine out for a good cause! This Thursday, March 20, La Viva Oak Forest (1201 W 43rd St, Houston, TX 77018) will generously give 20% back to the Waltrip PTO for all dine-in and takeout orders. Just mention The Waltrip PTO when you order. Enjoy a great meal while supporting our school!

Our Cheers to Waltrip Pub Crawl Social is happening this Saturday, and we can’t wait to see everyone who grabbed a ticket at Jazz on 34th! If you missed out, good news—there are spots still available!

Join us as we make our way down Wakefield, enjoy drinks on us, and enter to win some exciting raffle prizes.

📅 March 22, 2025
📍 Wakefield Crowbar
⏰ 2:00 PM
🔞 Adults Only

Project Prom is here to ensure every Waltrip Senior has access to the perfect attire for their big night—dresses, tuxes, shoes and accessories will be available— at no cost to them. If you know a Waltrip senior who could use a little help getting prom-ready, they can sign up for an appointment using one of these options:

🌐 Sign up online at https://tinyurl.com/yhapm7mt
📅 Stop by the Project Prom table on A-Days during B-Lunch
📩 Email [email protected] or [email protected]

Please sign up with a regularly checked email. Spots are limited, so only sign up if you can attend.

For questions, email [email protected].

We also need adult volunteers! Sign up here: Volunteer for Project Prom.

Thinking about joining Waltrip Cheer? Attend an informational meeting on TONIGHT or TOMORROW at 6 PM in the WHS library to learn more! Everyone is welcome, even if you’re still deciding—tryouts will take place later.

All candidates must attend with a parent or guardian. Tryouts will be open to all rising 9th-11th grade students.

For questions, email [email protected].

Waltrip’s 3DE 11th graders wowed us at the 3DE Market Expo on March 5, showcasing creativity, business acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit! Congrats to our winning teams: Harmony (Best Pitch), Donut Delight (Best Product), Chamoy Bliss (Best Booth), Churro Berry Crunch Delight (Best Customer Service), and Sweet & Sour (Overall Best). Huge thanks to our 3DE Ambassadors, staff, and judges for making this event a success. Let’s keep fostering innovation at Waltrip!

Support Waltrip High School’s JROTC program by joining us for a day of rock climbing fun! Bring your family and friends for an exciting time at Climb Capuchin on April 5th.

• Date: April 5th, All Day
• Cost: $20 per person, $60 per family
• Location: Climb Capuchin, 1526 Campbell Rd, Houston, TX 77055
• 25% of all proceeds go directly to Waltrip JROTC!

Don’t miss this chance to have fun and support our amazing JROTC program!

Join us for the Waltrip High School Community Picnic – Spring Edition on April 10th from 5-7 PM! We’ve got plenty of fun lined up:

• Dunk Tank (Come dunk a teacher!)
• Free Ice Cream
• Tacos & Gorditas Food Truck (Accepts cash, debit/credit, ApplePay)
• Or feel free to BYO food!

It’s a great way to enjoy the spring weather and connect with the Waltrip community. We hope to see you there!

We’re looking for community members to get involved with the Waltrip PTO for the 2025 – 2026 school year. There are opportunities both big and small to support our students, teachers, and staff.

Nominate yourself or someone you know who would be a great fit. The deadline for nominations is April 3, 2025. PTO members will vote on the nomination slate at the April 15th PTO General Meeting.

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!

The feedback window for bylaw revisions has closed. PTO members will have the opportunity to vote on the final draft at the General PTO Meeting on April 15th.
Make sure to review the proposed bylaws here: Proposed Bylaw Revisions
We look forward to seeing you there!

Don’t miss out on this school year’s memories! Order your yearbook today and make sure you’re a part of the memories that will last a lifetime. It’s the perfect way to relive all the special moments from this unforgettable year!

To order, visit yearbookordercenter.com and use code 25989. Don’t wait—get yours now!