Rattler News

We hope that you and your family enjoyed a fun, relaxing, and refreshing spring break. We are thrilled to have our students back on campus, filling our hallways with their energy, curiosity, and smiles.

As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we're excited to continue supporting our students in their learning journey. With important milestones, activities, and celebrations on the horizon, we are committed to making these remaining months meaningful and successful for everyone.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we can finish this school year strong! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Welcome back, and let's make this final chapter of the year the best one yet!

Sally Sosa

💛💙World Down Syndrome Day was celebrated on March 21st. Since we were on break, we would love to celebrate together back at school!

Ways you can show your support:

This day is a global healthcare event observed annually to raise awareness about Down Syndrome and to support friends and family members affected by it.

Thank you for your support in making this celebration meaningful for our students!

Reflections

Vikram W. (literature) and Anvika B. (visual arts) advanced from River Ridge to LISD for the next level in Reflections and were presented an Award of Merit at the LISD Council of PTAs - Reflections Art Program Award Ceremony.

Lego Robotics

The 4th and 5th grade teams compete in First Lego League (FLL) which ranges from 4th to 8th grade. We had two teams compete this year and both came away with awards at their respective competitions!

Team Bob’s Builders, made up of Ashton F., Wyatt G. Zain K., Henry M., Vincent N., and Adam V., earned 2nd place in Robot Design.

Team Rufus the Robot made up of Mayukha D., Akshay I., Gabriel M., Amisha S., Saketh S., Colin W. and Vikram W., won the innovation project.

*This graphic shows the most common course sequences experienced by LISD math students; not all possible sequences are captured in this graphic. For example, a Pathway 1 student could take Geometry Advanced after Algebra I Advanced (it’s just not as common as what is shown in the graphic)

• PACE is no longer provided, as the district has moved to Pathways.
• Students do not travel to middle school
• Students qualify for 5/6th math (Pathway 2) based on criteria set by the district. No accelerated exam needed.

• Students currently in 5th grade math (Pathway 1) will qualify for 6/7th math based on criteria set by the district. No accelerated exam needed.
• Students currently in 5/6th math (Pathway 2) will register/roll up to 6/7 math. No accelerated exam needed.
• Students currently in 5/6th math (Pathway 2) who wish to be in 7/8 math next year will take the placement exam

We wanted to offer what information we have right now as you start to consider next year math plans for your children.

On April 7th the district will send out mass communication about the pathways and the placement exam. Please be on the lookout for this communication and read through carefully just in case anything has been changed.

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions:

Heather.woehl@leanderisd.org or Sally.sosa@leanderisd.org

Sign up for Parent Volunteers

Thank you for considering supporting our students during Genius Hour.

During this time you will be helping students as they work on their research and product. You will help them get organized and offer great suggestions to move their project along.

We really just need more helping hands and kids are going to be active in their learning :).

The deadline to refer your child to QUEST this year is March 1st.

A BIG change in process:

Starting next year we are only testing for QUEST placement once a year, in the spring. This March we will look (screen) at all the grades AND any QUEST referrals that we have received. Parents will be notified by April 1st if their child has passed the screening and will be tested for QUEST. Testing will occur in April and May and notices of the results will go out in late May, as soon as we are done.

Calling 5th Grade Parents! Please save the date for graduation on Friday, May 23rd at 8AM. The ceremony will take place in the Multi-Purpose Room at River Ridge. Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Christine Hammond at christineshammond@gmail.com if you have any questions.

4th Grade Starting: 2/18/2025 and Finishing: 3/25/2025

5th Grade Starting: 3/31/2025 and Finishing: 4/23/2025

K & 1st Grade Starting: 4/24/2025 and Finishing: 5/21/2025

Update!!🚨

USED Household batteries (AAA, AA, coin cell, button batteries) are also recycled at the Recycling Reuse Drop Off Center. In addition to the plastic bags, you will now find a battery collection box that students can place them in that is inside a red container that all sits on top of a red seated stool. Please see the picture below. Thank you for converging with us on this environmental mission

If you are interested in volunteering at any time during this project, or any projects related to recycling or reusing materials, please contact me at: Tiffany.Horton2@leanderisd.org. Thank you!!

Don’t miss all the exciting updates and opportunities unfolding at our school! 🎉🐍

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Dear Families,

Thank you for your continued support and engagement in your child's education. I wanted to inform you that we will no longer be accepting book drop-offs at the front office. That system has become more of a hindrance than a benefit for our school library operations. Instead, students will need to bring their books back and forth to school to help foster responsibility among them.

Each grade level has a rolling crate that goes back and forth every day. Students will drop off books in the morning to ensure that other students can check out previously checked-out books throughout the day. If your child forgot their book the previous day, have them drop it off in the grade level crate to ensure it's returned.

With our schedule, students come at the same time and day each week, making this process more streamlined. If you haven't already signed up for reminders, please text the following message to 81010 to join our reminders:

Tuesday Library- @rrdglibtu

Wednesday Library- @rrdglibwed

Thursday Library- @rrdglibth

Friday Library- @rrdglibfri

Thank you!

https://sites.google.com/leanderisd.org/katiehaedgescurriculumcorner

Friday

March 28th

11:30 - 12:30

*Should the weather have other plans for us we will reschedule

May 2nd

More Info to Come

May 9th

The week of May 12th

May 15th

During your child's lunch

Outdoor/Picnic Style - Bring some chairs or a blanket :)

We are beyond grateful to have Mrs. Vasquez as part of our incredible 4th-grade team! From the moment she joined our school, she has made a tremendous impact on her students and colleagues alike. Every time I walk by or visit her classroom, she is fully engaged—working with an individual student or leading a small group, ensuring that every child receives the instruction and support they need to thrive. She tirelessly tiers her instruction to meet her students where they are, creating a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued, and capable of success.

But what truly sets Mrs. Vasquez apart is the genuine love and connections she builds with her students. Her passion for teaching and her unwavering dedication to their growth and well-being shine through in everything she does.

We are so lucky to have this Swiftie on our 4th-grade team! 🫶 Thank you, Mrs. Vasquez, for all you do!

Registration begins on April 1st.

On behalf of Vandegrift High School Students, we would like to extend an invitation to your students and staff to join us for this year’s Relay For Life event.

Event Details:
Date: April 11th
Location: Monroe Stadium (9500 McNeil Dr, Austin, TX 78750)
Time: 6 PM - 11 PM

Relay For Life is a nationwide movement dedicated to supporting cancer research, honoring survivors, and bringing communities together in the fight against cancer. There will be free games, food, and performances in addition to students doing laps around Monroe Stadium. As students and staff, your participation would not only contribute to the success of this event but also demonstrate the collective impact we can make in our district!

We ask that each member attending RSVP by next Friday, March 28th by filling out the google form linked here. The form attached can be posted to Google Classroom or Remind to your respective council's communication. This should only take you a few minutes and please only invite your school's students and staff!

Additionally, you must have each attendee officially register on Vandegrift's Relay For Life page atleast a week before the event here. You MUST have of a sponsor create a team for your members to register under (STEPS BELOW).