Melissa Jacobs, Founding Principal 

Phone: 713-942-1430 
It is a privilege to serve you as the principal of the Houston Academy for International Studies. When I describe our school to community members, they often say, “Wow, where was your school when I was in high school?” or “I wish I could have gone to your school!” Read more...

Grade Level Orientation and Computer Pick Up

Orientation Dates/Times

9th Grade: Weds, Aug 17, 9am

10th Grade: Weds, Aug 17, 1pm

11th Grade: Thurs, Aug 18, 9am

12th Grade: Thurs, Aug 18, 1pm

Computer Pick Up: Students may pick-up their laptops on the day of their grade level orientation.  They must complete the items below prior to pick up: 

#1: You will only be able to pick a laptop AFTER you’ve submitted BOTH your laptop loan agreement and proof (via screenshot) of your SchoolPay receipt to Mr. Hernandez (Christopher.Hernandez@houstonisd.org).

#2: Students who are transferring to HAIS from OUT OF DISTRICT will NOT be able to pick up a laptop until the first week of school, as their credentials have not been finalized in the system.

Laptop pickup can take anywhere from 3 to 9 minutes in Room 112. Students will be issued one PowerUp laptop, one charger, and one laptop case. 

2022 Student Orientation by Erica Alderete

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