Texan Strong
Family Newsletter
Oct. 6, 2024
Issue #11
CORREA'S CORNER
Happy Sunday!
**Subject: Week 7 – Celebrating Milestones and Looking Ahead**
We’ve reached the end of Week 7, and it’s incredible to see how much our students have already accomplished. Each week brings new learning and growth, and I want to take this opportunity to celebrate their hard work and share a few reflections.
As we approach the midpoint of the term, it’s a good time to:
**Celebrate Progress**: Whether it’s mastering a challenging subject, showing responsibility, or building positive relationships, your child has likely experienced several personal victories. Take a moment to celebrate these milestones with them!
**Maintain Balance**: The school year is moving quickly, and we know how busy things can get. Encourage your child to maintain a healthy balance between schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and relaxation. A well-rounded routine will help them stay focused and energized.
**Open Lines of Communication**: We value our partnership with you, and open communication is key. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out. Your involvement is crucial to your child’s continued success.
We are proud of the resilience and determination our students are showing and are excited for what lies ahead. Thank you for your ongoing support—it truly makes a difference in shaping a positive and productive school experience for everyone.
Please continue to check our calendar on our Neff website, so you can keep up-to-date on things happening on our campus, and feel free to call us at 210-397-4100.
Wishing you and your family a restful Sunday, and we look forward to another successful week ahead!
Mrs. Correa
#NeffStars #shiningbright
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW
ATTN: PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF 8TH GRADE BOYS
Please see the information below regarding scoliosis screenings for our 8th grade boys. Feel free to call Nurse Taylor at 210-397-4109 if you have questions.
Here's What's Happening This Week
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Crime Prevention Month
Learning Disabilities Awareness Month
National Bullying Prevention Month
National School Lunch Week
10/7 #BlueUP #StompOutBullying (wear blue)
10/8 Adv. Band Concert 6 pm
10/9 Guest Speaker on Vaping (1st-3rd per)
Fball: Neff vs. Rayburn (7th Away/8th @ Gustafson) 4:30 pm
10/10 GT 6th gr. Field Trip
Fball: Neff vs. Rayburn (7th Away/8th @ Gustafson) 5 pm
10/11 Last Day of Nine Weeks (grades due by noon)
CAMPUS EXPECTATIONS
PAT NEFF TARDY POLICY
Tardies start counting this week, so please talk to your children about being on time to ALL their classes. They have 4 minutes every passing period which is plenty of time to go to the restroom, say hi to their friends and walk with purpose to their next class. Please review the policy below so you are aware of consequences for excessive tardies.
PAT NEFF ACADEMIC COACHING
It's time for our students to start taking advantage of our Academic Coaching this year. Teachers will be available every day, except Tuesday and Friday afternoon to help your children in any of their classes. Please look at the schedule below and talk to your children about the benefits of attending because this is where they will be able to get help on classwork, homework, and/or retrieve credit in high school credit classes. Make sure they don't wait until the last minute!!
PEOPLE TO KNOW
TEXAN COUNSELING TEAM
Ms. Vela - Last names A-Hen
priscilla.vela@nisd.net 210-397-4126
Ms. Adkins - Last names Her-R
michele.adkins@nisd.net 210-397-4127
Ms. Aguero - Head Counselor - Last names S-Z
adriana.aguero@nisd.net 210-397-4125
Ms. Castillo - Grade Reporting Secretary/Counselors' Secretary
ashley.castillo@nisd.net 210-397-4132
TEXAN ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
yvonne.correa@nisd.net 210-397-4110
Ms. Heim - Academic Dean
theresa.heim@nisd.net 210-397-4122
Mrs. San Roman- Associate Principal - 8th grade administrator
laura-i.sanroman@nisd.net 210-397-4115
Mr. Castellanos - Asst. Principal - 6th grade administrator
joseph.castellanos@nisd.net 210-397-4117
Mr. Garcia - Asst. Principal Sub. - 7th grade administrator
oswaldo.garcia@nisd.net 210-397-4116
TITLE I AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT CORNER
Don't forget to reach out to our Family and Community Engagement Liaison, Mr. Villa, if you are needing additional resources/support to help your child be more successful at Pat Neff.
For more information regarding family services please contact:
Bryant Villa
Family and Community Engagement Liaison
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RESOURCES & INFORMATION
Students and staff will be celebrating NISD Decision of Respect Day on Fri., Oct. 4. Please take a look at the pledge below and talk to your children about what it means to respect themselves and others.
HOW DO I HELP MY CHILD LEARN AT HOME?
Students are working on discourse. This is the discussions that students have with other students regarding math. Please help students become more comfortable talking about math and ask your child “What is one important thing you learned today in math class?”
WE NEED YOUR INPUT TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN SUCCEED
Please see the attached letter and complete the family survey so we can work together to help your children do well at Pat Neff.
BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION
Please take time to complete the background check located below, in case you ever want to take the time to volunteer, eat with your child, shadow your child, chaperone a field trip, and/or be a guest speaker.
FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram: @nisdpatneff
Facebook: Pat Neff Middle School-Northside ISD