HOCO Dance: 10/24
The Homecoming Dance is coming up – next Saturday, October 24! Get dressed up and get ready for a night of music, dancing, and Ram spirit. Buy your tickets online today!
Students are also invited to submit song requests here.
We are seeking parent volunteers for set up, during the event & cleanup, as well as snack and drink donations. Please check out these links and help us make HOCO a success!
Waltrip Homecoming – Next Week!
Jazz on 34th: November 4th
Jazz on 34th kicks off Waltrip PTO’s annual fundraising season with an evening of live auction items, socials (sign-up parties), and live entertainment from our very own Jazz@1900 band. The fun takes place on November 4 at Trees for Houston (across the street from Waltrip).
Purchase Tickets! General Admission tickets are $75 through October 28. Price increases to $90 on October 29. Tickets must be purchased in advance — none will be sold at the door.
Become a Sponsor! Support Waltrip students, teachers, campus organizations, and school improvements. Sponsorship includes food and drink tickets. Explore sponsorship levels and help us make a school-wide impact!
Host a Social! Grab a few friends, come up with a theme for a unique gathering that brings our Waltrip community together. Do you have an idea for a social or want to host one? Let us know by filling out our form!
Senior Parent Meeting Thursday
Parents of seniors, please join us this Thursday, October 15 at 6:00 PM in the WHS Library for the Senior Parent Meeting. Mr. Stoner and the senior team will cover key dates and activities for the upcoming year, and you will have the opportunity to meet the people who will help guide our seniors toward graduation.
Waltrip Ofrenda
In honor of Día de los Muertos, Día de los Difuntos, Día de los Angelitos and All Saints Day, we’re creating a community ofrenda.
Students, staff and families are invited to share the names and photos of loved ones they wish to remember.
The ofrenda will be on display Monday, Oct. 26, through Tuesday, Nov. 3, in the front hall near the PTO School Store and Auditorium. Stop by anytime that week to visit and reflect.
Fajitas for Rambotics Tonight!
Grab dinner from Fajita Pete’s in Garden Oaks until 8:30 p.m. tonight and 15% of sales will go to Waltrip High Rambotics. Proceeds will our team’s build season and competitions.
Order curbside, delivery or takeout at fajitapetes.com or call 832-667-8818.
Use code HOWDY for $6 off orders of $30 or more.
Ram Fest: HOCO Tailgate
Another Ram Fest is coming up next week – 10/21 during lunch. We’ll be celebrating with a classic Homecoming Tailgate!
Students will be able to enjoy football challenges, yard games, music and a photo booth. Food and drink will be available for purchase (cash only). All proceeds benefit Waltrip clubs and organizations.
We need parent volunteers to run interactive activity stations and help with decorations. Sign up today!
PTO Community Partner Spotlight!
Shout out to PTO Community Partner, Life Savers Emergency Room – Heights.
Thank you for your support!
Ram Pride Membership Drive
Congratulations to our Week 4 winner, Jose Trejo!
Thank you to everyone who joined during our membership drive. Your dues will help fund PTO programs that support our students and staff.
The drive is over, but it’s never too late to join!
PTO Grant Application Deadline Next Week
The Waltrip High School PTO Grant Program supports projects, programs, materials, events, athletics, and other initiatives that benefit Waltrip students and our school community. We encourage teachers and staff to think creatively with their applications — all ideas are welcome!
Please encourage your students’ teachers to apply!
Apply by October 20, 2026.
PTO Meeting Next Tuesday
Make plans to join us next week, October 20th, for Coffee with the Principal at 6pm, followed by the October PTO meeting at 6:45.
Hope to see you there!
October 20th
6:00pm
Waltrip Library
Rambotics Brings Home More Awards
BattleRams and RamBots had a great weekend at the RECF Robotics USTEM Fall Showdown. BattleRams continued their winning streak, bringing home another Tournament Championship and Excellence Award! RamBots also put on a strong performance, battling their way into the quarterfinals!
Congratulations to both teams for their hard work, teamwork, and continued success representing Waltrip High School and Rambotics.
October Events
Mark your calendar for these events coming up in October!
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Volunteers
Throughout the year, the PTO hosts events to thank the Waltrip teachers and staff who show up for our students every day, and we can’t do it without help from our families.
Sign-ups are now open for events across the school year, including Snack Stand, the Thanksgiving Potluck and the Winter Luncheon. Sign up today!
Save the Date: Loteria, Nov. 12
Purchase your Lotería cards for Waltrip Lotería Night on Thursday, November 12, from 6–8 PM on the cafeteria patio! Cards are $5 each, with prizes for every game.
Admission is free—cards are only needed to play. Join us for a fun evening with family, friends, vendors, and complimentary treats!
Show Your Ram Pride: Purchase Spirit Wear!
Upcoming Events
- 10/15 Senior Meeting, Waltrip, 6pm
- 10/16 Varsity Volleyball, Butler, 7:30pm
- 10/19 0 10/23 Homecoming Spirit Week
- 10/20 Varsity Volleyball, Delmar, 6pm
- 10/20 Coffee with Principal + PTO Meeting, Waltrip Library, 6pm
- 10/21 Ram Fest – HOCO Tailgate
- 10/23 Varsity Volleyball, Barnett, 6pm
- 10/23 Football, Delmar Stadium, 7pm (Homecoming)
- 10/24 Homecoming Dance
- 10/26 – 11/2 Día de los Muertas
- 10/30 Football, Butler Stadium, 7pm
- 11/4 Jazz on 34th PTO Fundraiser
- 11/6 Football, Delmar Stadium, 7pm (Senior Night)
- 11/12 Loteria, 6-8pm, Waltrip Cafeteria Patio
