News and Announcements

Today, we join many across the nation and beyond in recognizing Cinco de Mayo, a day that commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, when a determined Mexican force achieved a significant victory over a much larger and better-equipped French army. While not Mexico’s Independence Day (which is celebrated on September 16), Cinco de Mayo has become a symbol of resilience, pride, and cultural heritage.

In the United States, this day also offers a special opportunity to honor the rich contributions of Mexican-American communities to our schools, neighborhoods, and society at large. From music and art to food and family traditions, Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of history, identity, and unity.

We wish you all a joyful and meaningful Cinco de Mayo. May today remind us of the power of perseverance and the beauty of cultural diversity that strengthens our district every day.

Thank you for all you do at The Varnett Southwest!

It is with great pride and excitement that we announce Mrs. Tawanna Cheri as the 2024 - 2025 Varnett School District Principal of the Year! This well-deserved recognition honors her unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and commitment to student success.

With a focus on fostering a culture of ZEST—a passion for learning, growth, and achievement — Director Cheri has led her campus to new heights. Through her guidance, students are not only excelling academically but also developing the enthusiasm and resilience needed to thrive in and beyond the classroom.
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Please join us in celebrating Mrs. Tawanna Cheri for this outstanding achievement.
Congratulations, Mrs. Cheri!
With Zest! Your Varnett Family!

Free breakfasts and lunches for all Varnett students in 2024-2025
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Letter to Households, Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
Dear Parent or Guardian:

We are pleased to inform you that The Varnett Public School District will be implementing the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for School Year 2024-2025. In CEP schools, applications are no longer required.

Schools that participate in CEP provide healthy breakfasts and lunches each day at no charge for ALL students enrolled in that CEP school during the 2024-2025 School Year.

If you need more information, please contact us at

The Varnett Public School
5025 S. Willow Dr.
Houston, Texas 77035
713-723-4699 Ext. 311



Sincerely,

Sylvia Freeman
Nutrition Manager



In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected]. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.