Bearcat Blast

Attendance Matters in Aledo ISD! We know about this time every year, students and staff alike are ready for a break, so two years ago, we worked this awesome long Fall Break weekend into our instructional calendar! When you’re planning for upcoming vacations and appointments, these built-in days off are the best time to do so so that you don’t miss instruction time!

Students will be off Thursday-Tuesday, Oct. 10-15; Aledo ISD staff is off Friday-Monday, Oct. 11-14.

We can’t wait to see you back, refreshed and ready to tackle the second nine-week grading period on Wednesday, Oct. 16!

Reminder: We have streamlined attendance reporting for ALL campuses - go to www.aledoisd.org/attendancematters to report absences!

Holiday graphic by AHS senior and communications graphic design intern Kiara B.

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus that infects the nose, throat, and lungs. Every flu season is unique and can affect each person differently. For the best protection, it is highly recommended to get the new and updated flu vaccination each flu season.

Thanks to our partnership with the Parker County Hospital District, flu vaccinations will be available for Aledo ISD!

Adults with no insurance or under-insured, the cost is $20. 18 & under with no insurance or under-insured is FREE! Medicate and most commercial insurance are accepted.

Click here to find your campus times and locations!

Congrats to the winners of Aledo ISD's 2nd Annual Staff Kickball Cup - the Aledo High School/Daniel Ninth Grade Campus Heroes! The High School Heroes won a hotly contested 4-2 match against the Claw and Order: Bearcat Unit from McAnally Middle School!

Now it's YOUR TURN to help pick the winners of the Uniform Contest! We'll tally votes - likes and comments combined on each individual team picture - through 9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13! Head over to the Aledo ISD Facebook page to vote NOW!

We're celebrating our AMAZING principals for National Principals Month! This week we are featuring Dr. Mandy Musselwhite of Aledo Middle School, Christy Tolbert of the Early Childhood Academy and Michael Martinak of Aledo High School. Get to know 3 new things about each of our principals throughout this month!

The district's Special Programs Focus Group met for the first time last week, talking about the purpose of the group and reviewing demographic information and growth over the last several years before gaining feedback on communication and parent needs within special programs.

The group brainstormed some solutions to some issues and concerns and also discussed things that are going well for special programs students and the department.

We are so grateful for this group's time and participation, and the feedback they have given thus far!

Aledo ISD Special Programs is hosting a Parent Training Night on Monday, October 28 from 6-7:45 p.m. at the Daniel Ninth Grade Campus. There will be a variety of informative sessions designed to help you support your child and understand their needs. Childcare is available if needed; you must RSVP by Friday, October 18 to guarantee a space for childcare.

• Click here to read the session descriptions
• Click here to RSVP for childcare

Interstate 20 eastbound frontage road will be reduced to one-lane beginning Monday, October 7. The new Phase 1 traffic pattern will close the left lane of the existing frontage road after the FM 1187/FM 3325 entrance ramp to Interstate 20.

Motorists should expect delays between FM 1187/FM 3325 and Walsh Ranch Parkway during this phase of construction.

When driving through a work zone, motorists are encouraged to: slow down, pay attention, avoid distractions such as cell phones, and to plan ahead. See all Texas road conditions by visiting: www.drivetexas.org!

Parents can now set daily spending limits. For assistance, contact the Child Nutrition Department at 817-441-5142 via call or email Renee Goodenough or Patty White for more information!

The Aledo Varsity Tennis Team defeated Birdville High School (11-6) in bi-district championships on Tuesday and then beat Burleson 10-1 Thursday morning in the Area Championship! Keep an eye out for the upcoming news and playoff information for the amazing Varsity Tennis Team!

We know our Bearcat Community is #AllinAledo on Friday nights, but this year we're taking a closer look at all that goes into the Friday Night Magic in and around Tim Buchanan Stadium and even on the road during football season.

The Aledo High School Bearcat Regiment serves as the dynamic soundtrack to Friday Night Lights. From the moment they march into the stadium, they infuse the game with heightened energy. During pivotal moments, they keep the crowd engaged, energized and ready to cheer the Bearcats to victory. These hardworking students are "All In," supporting not only the Bearcat Football Team but also the Bearcats Dance Team, Cheerleaders, Spirit of Aledo and more each week.

This year's show, "On the Throttle," is one of the most physically demanding performances the Bearcat Regiment has ever undertaken, showcasing the immense dedication and effort behind every show. Preparation for marching season begins in the spring, with the band rehearsing the music for their upcoming show. By summer, they shift their focus to marching and learning the show, with practices continuing until early November, culminating in the UIL State Marching Band competition.. with some Friday night football sprinkled in each week!

Last Saturday, the Bearcat Regiment competed at the Bands of America Dallas Mid Cities Regional competition. The day began at 12:30 p.m. with prelims. The band earned 2nd place in Class AAA and moved onto finals. At finals, the Bearcat Regiment earned a Top 10 finish at the 2024 BOA Dallas Mid Cities Regional! Congratulations of the Bearcat Regiment!

Aledo is now in the SWEET 16 for the Most Spirited School Challenge presented by Wing Drone Delivery through Dave Campbell's Texas Football!

You can vote an UNLIMITED number of times in the Sweet 16 through Oct. 18 at https://www.texasfootball.com/most-spirited-school-challenge

The Bearcat Store has several new items in stock for the fall for all Bearcat fans! Tshirts, sweatshirts, long-sleeved tshirts, youth shirts, PINK OUT hats and more!

Give the Bearcat Store a like and follow to stay up-to-date on all of our new merch!

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The Bearcat Store is located in the Aledo ISD Administration Building at 1008 Bailey Ranch Road, just in front of Aledo High School. The store is open weekdays when the district is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by and shop for some Bearcat "A" merch!

Aledo ISD and the Aledo Education Foundation are partnering once again for the Bearcat Backer program, and we'd love your support!

As our district is #GrowingGreatness through exceptional experiences that empower learners for life, we are committed to fostering relationships and partnerships with our outstanding businesses and organizations to help support our Bearcats. Your partnership provides a direct investment and benefit to our Bearcatstudents and staff.

If your business is interested in joining our Bearcat Backers program, please visit our Bearcat Backers webpage that includes sponsorship levels as well as a commitment form to fill out.

Platinum Sponsors

Canvas at Willow Park

EECU Credit Union

First Bank Texas

K&M Elevator, LLC

Myser Orthodontics

United Educators Association

Gold Level Sponsors

First Financial Bank
Impact Athletic Training Center

Redwood Financial

Stroud Pediatric Dentistry
TFWG Insurance Services

Silver Level Sponsors

Brookshire's

Kisselburgh Law Firm

Bronze Level Sponsors

A2Z Promotions, Inc.

BigFoot Ink

First Bank

Kinnear Child Psychology

Olympus Willow Park

Paradigm Wealth Management

Turquant Business Services

In Aledo ISD, parents, students, community members, fellow staff members - ANYONE - can nominate ANY staff member to be recognized in this way! Take the time today to nominate someone who you've seen going above and beyond and being All in Aledo for Circle of Greatness!

The Bearcat Blast E-Newletter is managed by the Aledo ISD Communications Department. To submit news items, email communications@aledoisd.org.

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