Judson ISD Superintendent Message
March 25, 2024
I always say that I am proud to be the Superintendent of this incredible school district.Last week, I had some incredibly proud and special moments. First, we celebrated our Distinguished Educators and Novice Educators from every campus. These educators are the best of the best and you can see it in them even when they are not in their classrooms. Their passion and dedication to our students are evident in even simple conversations and interactions. We are truly blessed to have these educators as part of the Judson ISD Family.
The next exciting news is that we now have a name for the district’s sixth middle school! At the March Board Meeting, the JISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to name the new school Cibolo Creek Middle School. I look forward to the future as our district continues to grow and thrive with the support of our community, staff and families.
We are excited to announce the newest addition to our Judson ISD family, Cibolo Creek Middle School!
Thank you to everyone who contributed their ideas and feedback. With over 500 recommendations from our JISD community, the Board unanimously approved a name that reflects the community's geographic area. We are excited to continue building a bright future together with collective spirit and pride for Judson ISD!
Your everyday neighborhood public school has many moving parts. From the custodial staff that are the first to open the doors, making sure the physical building is prepared for staff and students, to child nutrition, who ensure our students are fed, there are many adults needed to make sure the tiny microsome of the community runs smoothly.
The needs of the overall student are vast. And sometimes, the impact of what occurs outside the schoolhouse gates comes onto the campus. It’s no longer what just happens inside the physical classroom.
Enter the social worker, who ensures that both the teacher and student have the resources to tackle all the student’s social-emotional needs - physical, emotional, and mental.
With both a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley, Mrs. Joanna Garcia is one of those adults who are vital in ensuring a campus runs smoothly.
“I'm a firm believer that everybody has emotional needs that need to be addressed,” Garcia said. “Some people are more resilient than others and some have a hard time being able to cope with their unfulfilled needs. So, I think I have a great opportunity to be here because I get to help the students and my community.”
Judson ISD will be visited by the University Health System's very own healthyUexpress! The University Health System healthyUexpress is a mobile mammography vehicle that offers screenings by appointment at various locations in Bexar County. Each exam takes approximately 30 minutes, requiring little time away from your busy day.
Please note that they will be offered at three separate locations around JISD on three different dates. All location times are 7:30 am-2:30pm
Judson ISD is happy to announce the start of our Weekly Wins Giveaways. Get ready for your chance to win four (4) tickets to the San Antonio Zoo and a pair of JISD caps! You can submit by telling us what is the best thing about working at Judson ISD! Deadline is Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 11:59 PM .
Upload a photo of you (preferably in your classroom or campus) to social media using our hashtag: #JudsonISDFamily. Feel free to post your submission(s) on Instagram, Facebook, and/ or Twitter. Be sure that your account is public so our communications team can find your submission on social media! You can also enter your submission via email to media@judsonisd.org.
Stay tuned until next Monday to discover who our lucky winner is. We are excited to read everyone's responses, good luck!
Let it grow!
Ms. Chapa's class at Coronado Village Toros made biomes in baggies! Every group put a different amount of water in their cup to see how this affects the bean plant growth.
Such a fun Spring activity!
Science Day at RME!
Students at Rolling Meadows Elementary enjoyed Science Day!
Students spent the day learning from Dinosaur George, Zoomagination!, Tom Kinsey Animal Guy, San Antonio Waste Management, SAWS, JECA Robotics and Combat Medics from Ft Sam and the San Antonio Zoo!
Art Contest Finalist
She is a student in the Judson High School art program with Art Teacher Charles Smith! Great job Anne!
Rangers at the Spurs Game
The Salinas Elementary Rockin Rangers Cheerleaders performed over Spring Break at the Spurs vs. Rockets game!
For many students this was their first time performing in front of a large crowd and they did a great job!
The Judson Dental Interns tested Friday, March 22 at the JTECH building for their Dental Assisting licensing certification exam through the UT Health Science Dental School. The dental interns had to pass a timed three-part exam with an 80 or higher on three sections - dental jurisprudence, infection control, and radiology.
We are proud to say that they have continued to carry the torch of a 100% pass rate for the Judson Dental Program for the 14th year in a row. Students have been going to clinical rotations since October at various dental facilities in the community and bring their best to the patients they serve.
“As their instructor, I’m truly humbled and proud to be a witness to the fruits of their hard work and dedication. In April, they will test for their Nitrous Oxide Certification Exam to finish out their senior year.”
A special thank you to our Health Science team who encourage and support our Judson Dental Interns and the program!
The JISD Annual Special Olympics Elementary and Secondary Track & Field Meets took place last week! Congratulations to all of the participants who competed at the Annual Ed Waring Invitational.
“We are so proud of you for all of the hard work that you have put in from practicing on your own, cheering on your classmates and showcasing bravery to have great success. It was great to see all the sportsmanship, smiles and high-fives. We hope that you remember these memories for a lifetime!” said Amy Paul, JISD Special Olympics Coordinator.
