NYOS Elementary Newsletter

We would like to remind everyone about the importance of following the traffic patterns in our parking lot during arrival and dismissal times.

To ensure the safety of all students and families, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Drop-off Location: If you are using a car, please drop off your child only at the designated side door. Dropping off in the middle of the parking lot or in front of the school is not allowed as it is unsafe.
• Use Crosswalks: Always use the marked crosswalks when crossing the parking lot to keep our students safe.
• Pedestrian Awareness: If you are walking across the street or coming from the business park next door, please be aware of vehicles on North Lamar that may be turning into the parking lot. Give them the right of way to help alleviate traffic on the road.
• Situational Awareness: As a pedestrian, it is crucial to be considerate of the traffic around you and maintain situational awareness. Please do not walk through the parking lot in areas not designated for walking, as this can stop traffic and create unsafe conditions.
• Follow Directions: Our law enforcement is present to keep everyone safe, and it is essential to follow their directions as well as the traffic patterns established by the school.
• Safety Concerns: We have observed an increasing number of parents not following the established traffic patterns. Please remember that children should never be walking the parking lot alone.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community safe!

5th Grade Student Council, with the support of 7th grader Anela, who began the tradition in 2021, is proud to present our 4th Annual NYOS Canned Food Drive! The drive will run from December 2-13 when we return from Thanksgiving break. All donations will go to support Round Rock Serving Center and can be dropped off at the front desk or brought to our classroom. Need some ideas of what to donate? We are looking for healthy, non-perishable foods like:

• peanut butter
• canned chicken breast or tuna
• canned low-sodium vegetables
• tomato sauce or canned tomatoes
• canned fruit in its own juice (no sugar added)
• dry pinto beans
• brown rice
• nonfat dry milk powder
• 100% whole grain cereal
• dry pasta

Thank you so much for your support to help those in need!

As a dedicated leadership team, we strive to create engaging games, activities, and contests for our staff to foster a positive and collaborative environment. To make these events even more exciting, we are in need of prizes! Most recently, we had a Turkey Scavenger hunt around the campus. We were able to award 8 winners with Chuys!

We would greatly appreciate any donations in the form of gift cards from local coffee shops, restaurants, Target, Amazon, or any other retailer. Gift cards of any value are welcome and will go a long way in enhancing our staff's experience. If you would like to contribute, please drop off your gift cards with Kacey Carr, our elementary admin assistant. Thank you for your continued support and generosity!

The NYOS Secondary Student Council will be hosting this year’s Winter Wonderland--an annual winter festival with games, crafts, food, and more--on December 13 from 5:30-8:00 on the NYOS Campus. The event is FREE and open to the public.

Interested in reserving a booth? Click this link to learn more and fill out the form.

Questions? Contact Student Council at secondarystudentcouncil@nyos.org

Your kind words and support for our staff is greatly appreciated! If you would like to send a Shout Out or Celebration to a NYOS Elementary staff member or teacher, please do! It can be anonymous or signed. Thank you for lifting up our hard working teachers and faculty. We love what we do and appreciate your partnership!

We'll have free gift wrapping for all customers and we created a special drink in the coffee shop just for NYOS called the "NYO Grinch Green Latte: So Good, Even the Grinch Can’t Resist!"

Here is the list of activities planned:

1. Free gift wrapping - 10-6

2. Letters to Santa Table - all-day

3. 10 am - 11 am Face Painting - NYOS Cheer

4. 11 am - 12 pm Face Painting - HOSA

5. 1 pm -2 pm Story Time

6. 2 pm - 3 pm Holiday Craft Project

7. 3 pm - 4 pm Coloring Table

8. Art Wall - Elementary Art Teachers to provide some student's artwork

9. NYOS Chess Club and possibly our D&D Club will be in attendance and will be playing throughout the day in the music area at the back of the store.

We are thrilled to share that, together, we’ve raised $15,512 for the NYOS Fund! We deeply appreciate your generosity and support, thank you so much!

Your contributions to the NYOS Fund play a vital role in enhancing our classrooms and providing the tools our students and teachers need to succeed—from cutting-edge technology and updated curricula to improved facilities and professional development.

By giving, you’re not just supporting our school—you’re investing in the future of our students and teachers, creating an environment where every child can excel.

Although #GivingTuesday has come and gone, you can always make a meaningful impact. If you didn’t have the chance to donate this Giving Tuesday, it’s not too late! The NYOS Fund is a permanent, year-round, fund and you can donate anytime. Click the link below to join us in making a difference:

Give Now to the NYOS Fund

Thank you so much for being an integral part of our journey. Together, we’re building a brighter future!

Elementary Counselors:

Grades PK, K, 2nd, 4th Joy Pollock, jpollock@nyos.org

Grades 1st, 3rd, 5th Ashley Mendenhall, amendenhall@nyos.org

Social Emotional Learning Teacher:

Amanda Ayala, aayala@nyos.org

We're thrilled to announce that our PE blog, "This Week in PE..." is now up and running! Each week, we'll be sharing updates on what your children have been doing in PE class—everything from fun activities to skill development and more. It's a great way to stay connected with your child's physical education experience.

Be sure to check it out and stay in the loop! You can find the latest updates by clicking the button below.

Do you know someone who would make a fantastic NYOS teacher? Help us spread the word by sharing all of the things you love about the NYOS community with your friends and neighbors. We are looking for a just a few more dedicated teachers who believe in the NYOS Mission to round out our team this upcoming school year. Click on the box below to explore our openings for the 2024-2025 School Year.

• December 6th: Elementary Holiday Party hosted by the NYOS Drama Club
• December 7th: NYOS Book Fair at Barnes and Noble!
• December 13th: Middle of Year Parent/Teacher Conferences Day 1
• December 13th: Winter Wonderland
• December 16th: Middle of Year Parent/Teacher Conferences Day 2
• December 16th: EARLY RELEASE at 12:15pm
• December 20th: End of Quarter 2
• December 21st-January 6th: No School- Winter Break
• January 7th: 1st day of Quarter 3

If you're interested in volunteering with us, we'd love to have you! We are always in need of parent volunteers, particularly during lunch and in the classrooms. Volunteers play a crucial role in making NYOS exceptional.

Register with Track Forward, our volunteering app? Click here for directions!

Signing up for volunteer opportunities? Click here for directions!

Logging your volunteer hours? Click here for directions!

For a complete list of all of our departments and contact names please go to our website by clicking this link.

Email: info@nyos.org

Instagram: @nyoscharter

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyoscharter/
Twitter: @nyoscharter