News from the Nest: Menchaca ECC

Main Office Phone: (210) 882-1610

Office Hours: 6:45 AM - 3:30 PM

Principal: Tanya Mares

Student Enrollment: 937

https://southsideisd.org/mecc/

Dear Cardinal Families,

This week we will be hosting our PK Classroom Awards and Kinder Graduation Ceremonies. Parking for both events will be located in front of our main office or in the field holding area off of 281. Please be advised that we will have separate entrances for both events:

• PK Awards - All guests will enter through the main entrance at the front of the school.
• Kindergarten Graduations - All guests will enter through the cafeteria courtyard.

As a reminder, all campus visitors must abide by the following safety protocols:

• All visitors will be screened through metal detectors
• A valid photo ID is required.
• No large bags or diaper bags.
• No strollers
• No balloons/posters

Please know that these safety protocols will be strictly enforced. We also would like to remind you that due to limited capacity in our classrooms, only 2 adult guests will be allowed per student for our PK Awards. Kinder graduation ceremonies will not have a guest limit. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Regards,

MECC Leadership Team

Monday (5/20):

ABC Countdown - Virtual Vacation Day

Tuesday (5/21):

ABC Countdown - Where's Waldo Day

Wednesday (5/22):

ABC Countdown - eXchange Autographs Day

College and Career Day

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 (5/23):

ABC Countdown- Year End Clean Up

Friday (5/24):

ABC Countdown - Zip & Zoom Out

Parking for all graduation ceremonies will be in the field located off of 281.

All guests for the Kindergarten Graduations should enter the campus through the cafeteria courtyard.

Parking for all graduation and awards ceremonies will be in the field area located off of 281.

All guests for the PK Awards should enter through the main office entrance.

Due to the limited space in our classrooms, PK Award Ceremonies will be limited to only two adult guests per student. This safety & capacity guideline will be strictly enforced. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Margaret' Perez's impact on the Menchaca Early Childhood Center community is immeasurable. She has guided countless students and their families through the special education process, ensuring a strong foundation for their educational journeys. Thank you, Margaret, for your years of compassionate service to Southside ISD! Enjoy retirement!

It's time for end of the year inventory! Please make sure to return any library books back to school this week. Please contact Ms. Christine Lopez for information on how to pay for lost or damaged books. Thank you for your help!

Don't forget to stop by our lost and found while you are on campus this week. The lost and found will be cleaned out and all items donated after Friday, May 24th.

Our school dismissal begins each school day at 2:30 P.M. As a courtesy to parents our pickup area is open from 2:30 - 3:00 P.M.

It is the expectation that students be picked up no later than 30 minutes after the dismissal bell (3:00 P.M.) We realize emergencies occur that cannot be avoided, but if you are running late, please make every effort to contact the main office at 210-882-1610.

• What if we said, "Yes, if..."
• Watch the video below from Emergent Tree Education, giving parents strategies on teaching children how to self-reflect.

If you any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Early Childhood Counselors at:

celena.hernandez@southsideisd.org or melanie.morgan@southsideisd.org

http://www.southsideisd.org/dept/registration/

For questions regarding registration, please contact our PEIMS Clerks:

lupita.cabrera@southsideisd.org or

meranda.zapata@southsideisd.org

Our goal is to provide more tricycles at recess to offer our students a fun and engaging way to learn and develop essential physical, cognitive, and social skills that are foundational for their future growth and learning.

To help us with funding for this project, simply click on the DonorsChoose link below:
https://www.donorschoose.org/project/pint-size-peddlers/8279017/

Please don't forget to share this project with family ,friends, and co-workers!

When choosing your child's shoes in the morning, don't forget about P.E. and recess!

Sandals, Crocs, boots and heels might seem easy and cute, but they pose safety concerns during play. Help us prevent unnecessary injuries by sending your child in play-appropriate footwear. Shoes with Velcro straps or laces and rubber soles are highly recommended.

Even with only 5 days left, your child's attendance matters. Please make sure your child is in attendance and on time each day this week.

For questions regarding your child's attendance, please contact our PEIMS Clerks:

lupita.cabrera@southsideisd.org or

meranda.zapata@southsideisd.org

Breakfast Menu and PK Lunch Menu

Kindergarten Lunch Menu