Incoming 6th Grade Student Information and Next Steps

Dear Incoming 6th Grade Families,

Welcome to Lanier Middle School! We are excited to have your family join our Purple Pup community. We know the transition to middle school can feel like a big step, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Below are important next steps and helpful resources to support you and your student as you prepare for the upcoming school year.

🐾 Lanier Enrollment
To finalize your child's enrollment for the upcoming school year, please complete the appropriate enrollment process through the HISD Enrollment Portal:

👉 HISD Enrollment Link

• New to HISD: Complete the New Student Enrollment process.

• Currently enrolled in an HISD school: Complete the Current Student Enrollment process (Annual Student Update) to verify and update your family's information.

Completing this step ensures your student's enrollment, contact information, and records are up to date and ready for the start of the school year.

If you have any questions, please contact our registrar, Ms. McNeill, at sandra.mcneill@houstonisd.org.

🐾 Elective Course Selection
Incoming 6th graders may now select their electives.

Review course options here:

👉 Lanier MS 26-27 Elective Course Descriptions

 

🐾 Pup Prep (Student Orientation)
Join us for a fun, half-day orientation where students will meet new friends, explore the campus, and prepare for their first day of middle school.

Session Options:
• July 23: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
• July 24: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM or 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

👉 Pup Prep Registration Link

🐾 School Supplies
View the 26–27 Rising 6th Grade School Supply List below:

We have partnered with 1st Day School Supplies for convenient kits delivered to your home. Orders are due by July 1.

👉 Lanier Middle School 1st Day School Supplies Order Link

🐾 Summer Reading
We encourage students to read at least five books (200+ pages) of their choice this summer. Explore the Lanier MS 26–27 Rising 6th Grade Reading Recommendations below:

🐾 Summer Math
We encourage all students to strengthen their math skills and prepare for 6th grade by completing the Khan Academy pathway below: 

 👉 Khan Academy Get Ready For 6th Grade Math Pathway Link

🐾 Uniforms
Students wear khaki or navy bottoms with a Lanier polo Monday through Thursday, and a Lanier spirit shirt on Fridays. Review the Lanier MS 26–27 Uniform Policy below:

All uniform tops, including polos and outerwear, must be purchased from the Lanier MS PTO Uniform Store. Use the link below to place orders and view store hours (store opens July 5 for incoming students):

👉 Lanier PTO Store Link
Note: There are no grade-specific polo colors.

🐾 PTO
Our PTO plays a vital role in supporting our school community. Click the link below to join the Lanier PTO and stay informed:

👉 Lanier PTO Website

We are excited to welcome your family to Lanier and look forward to a wonderful year ahead.