
News from the Nest: Menchaca ECC
Week of October 10 - 13, 2023
Student Holiday - Monday, Oct 9th
Campus Information
Main Office: (210) 882-1610
School Hours 7:10 AM - 2:30 PM
Principal: Tanya Mares
There's Nothing Tacky About Being On Time
Great Attendance is Tied to Great Learning
Wild Hair, We Don't Care
Reminders for the Week:
Fire Prevention Week
Monday (10/9) - Student Holiday / Staff Development
Enjoy the extra day off Cardinals!
Wednesday (10/11) - College & Career Day
All students are encouraged to wear a college, military, or career/trade shirt to promote the skills, knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in life!
Thursday (1012) - National Take Your Teddy Bear to School Day
Bring your favorite stuffed animal friend!
National Principals Month
Each October, National Principals Month recognizes the hard work and essential role Principals play in education. Principals are educators and leaders who inspire students, teachers, and staff every day. They offer support and are committed to ensuring the best outcomes for all students.
Thank you Mrs. Mares for all that you do for the students and staff of Menchaca ECC!
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow - Our Attendance Goal is 94%
This past week our attendance at MECC was 91.4%
On Friday we celebrated 178 of our Cardinals for having perfect attendance for the 1st - Six Weeks of School. The students were treated to popcorn and a movie. Congratulations and thank you for being here each and every day!
Notes from the Nurse
For the safety of all of our Cardinals, medications cannot be sent to school with your student. All medications must be dropped off by an adult directly to the nurses during school hours.
Each and every day our students participate in various physical activities at school including P.E. and recess. Students are strongly encouraged to wear sneakers that tie or Velcro to keep the shoe securely on the child's foot during these activities.
Cardinal Spotlight
Cristian Gomez is constantly following the rules on the carpet and listening attentively to the teacher. He helps redirect his friends and is an excellent role model for other friends to follow. This is also true for when he walks in the hallway. He is always aware of his surroundings and on task. Cristian deserves the spotlight because he is a fantastic cardinal with exceptional character!
Mrs. Monica Combee is one of our Kinder teachers who always goes above and beyond for our campus. Since arriving to Menchaca she has been a welcome addition and hit the ground running. Mrs. Combee leads our campus activities committee, where their Grandparent’s Day event was a huge success. She shines day in and out of her classroom, by providing a learning environment where all her students excel in their learning and her willingness to always lend a helping hand to any staff member in need. Mrs. Combee, we are so happy that you are a part of our Menchaca Family!
Mark Your Calendars
October 16 - 20
Bus Safety Week
October 23 - 27
Red Ribbon Week
Thursday, Oct 26
Menchaca Fall Festival
Tuesday, October 31
Story Book Character Parade