1. A Vanguard Magnet and IBMYP School
Middle School
A Vanguard Magnet and IBMYP School

2. Bob Lanier Middle School
Principal: Katie Bradarich, Ph.D.
Magnet Coordinator: Jennifer Garza Pender

3. First Day Jitters???
Don’t Worry! Lanier is going to be a great experience for both you and your child!

4. First Day Drop Off and Pick Up
There are no true designated drive through circles or drop off areas for parents
Front and sides of school are for drop off ONLY, no parking permitted
READ signage and AVOID getting towed
PLEASE do not park in the parking lots of local businesses
Follow Lanier’s traffic safety plan
Be prepared for heavy traffic, and plan to arrive early
Parents are not allowed to escort their students to class
Pick-up will also be congested with heavy traffic, pack your patience or come a little earlier or later than 3:30pm.
Administrators are on duty beginning at 7:30am and in the afternoon until 4:00pm

5. Student’s First Day
Students MUST arrive on time. The first bell rings at 7:50am, students are tardy at 8:00am.
Student must adhere to dress code policy and should arrive in their school uniform
Students must wear their school ID
Students will report to their GSG class first
Students will rotate through all of their classes to meet all of their teachers, first day only
Purple/Red day schedule will begin the 2nd day of school
DO NOT send school supplies on the first day! Students only need a notebook and something to write with.

6. Parent Expectations
This is most definitely NOT the year to be “hands-off,” even if your child has been a straight A student since Pre-K!
Establish a nightly homework plan and monitor
Check Gradespeed twice a week
Check your child’s agenda to ensure they are writing down their assignments
Ensure your child has an organized binder, locker, backpack and agenda!
Stay in communication with teachers
Read the front of the student planner for Lanier policies and expectations
Stay informed of Lanier happenings with The Purple Page and Lanier website

7. HISD Transportation
All magnet and zoned students who live more than two miles from Lanier qualify for HISD bus transportation.
Students will receive route and stop information in the mail a week prior to the start of school
If you have questions or concerns, contact Mrs. Garza Pender at
Lanier bus guidelines and policies can be found in the front of the student planner

8. Schedule Pick Up
Students will be allowed to pick up their schedule and Lanier ID as well as locate the classroom they will report to on the first day of school (GSG).
8th grade - Monday, August 21st AM or 1-3 PM
7th grade - Tuesday, August 22nd AM or 1-3 PM
6th grade - Wednesday, August 23rd AM or 1-3 PM

9. Purple Pup Pride