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Hello Hobby and Hobby Magnet Family,

I hope this message finds you well! I would like to share some important updates and upcoming events with you:

1. NISD Run, Hide, Fight Safety Video:
   Safety is a top priority for our school. We encourage you to review the NISD Run, Hide, Fight video at NISD Safety. Our students will watch and discuss this video during their PE classes on September 25, with Mr. Dylla and Dr. Johnson. If you do not want your child to watch this video contact marian.johnson@nisd.net

2. Panorama Survey Information:
   In October, we will be conducting the fall Panorama Survey. This survey helps us better understand students' needs and perspectives. If you'd like more information, click here. If you prefer for your child to opt out, please contact our head counselor, Mr. Texidor.

3. Join PTA & Participate in Reflections Contest:
   Encourage your student to participate in the 2024-25 NISD PTA Reflections Art Contest! The theme this year is Accepting Imperfection, and students can submit entries in various categories, including:

• Dance Choreography

• Film Production

• Music Composition

• Literature (poetry or stories)

• Visual Arts

• Photography

4. Submissions are due by October 18, 2024. For digital submissions, please email rebeccatapia@gmail.com. For physical artwork, please email the same address to arrange drop-off at school. Local winners will move on to district, state, and even national competitions.

We are excited for Hobby to be well represented at the NISD Reflections Awards Ceremony in the spring! Thank you for your support and attention.

Continue to stay connected by checking out the Hobby Middle School Calendar , Web page, Hobby PTA on Facebook and Twitter (X)

As Always,

You Matter!

Praise, Promote & Protect.

Lawrence Carranco - Principal

Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Phone: 397-6310 office

I would like to start off by counting our blessings that transportation seems to finally be on the upward trajectory and our students are arriving on time and safely. It is not a perfect system and weather and accidents will always be a challenge but I am grateful that our schedule seems to finally be working.

Our 7th graders have had two awesome weeks of athletic competition and it has been great watching them excel in and outside of the classroom. We also had our second Elementary STEM night and I appreciate those that have volunteered to share how great our school is with other NISD students.

I was able to get into the Science classes this week and your children are sponges! It is such a rewarding experience to watch them engage with our teachers and be confident to share their knowledge with their classmates.

Upcoming Events:

Oct 3rd 2-3 volunteers needed for Elementary Stem night at Los Reyes Elementary . Student volunteers would need to be dropped off at Los Reyes 4:45 and picked up at 6:30. We ask that they wear a Hobby Magnet shirt if they have one. Email Mrs. Heye if they can help.

Oct 8th 2-3 Volunteers needed for Elementary Stem night at Nichols Elementary. Student volunteers would need to be dropped off at Nichols at 5:15 and picked up at 7:30. We ask that they wear a Hobby Magnet shirt if they have one. Email Mrs. Heye if they can help.

Oct 8th 2-3 Volunteers needed for Elementary Stem night at Rhodes Elementary. Student volunteers would need to be dropped off at Rhodes at 5:00 and picked up at 6:30. We ask that they wear a Hobby Magnet shirt if they have one. Email Mrs. Heye if they can help.

Oct 10th 2-3 Volunteers needed for Elementary Stem night at Ward Elementary. Student volunteers would need to be dropped off at Ward at 5:00 and picked up at 6:30. We ask that they wear a Hobby Magnet shirt if they have one. Email Mrs. Heye if they can help.

Jaime Heye

Director Magnet School

Hobby Health Science Magnet

210-397-6280

jaime.heye@nisd.net

• Math and ELA teachers are sending home MAP GROWTH reports by September 27, 2024, with two key pieces of information. GROWTH percentile and ACHIEVEMENT score. What do they mean? See below

Would you like to volunteer?

If you would like to volunteer to help shelve books in our library please email Mrs. Fox at rebeca.fox@nisd.net We’re almost always in need of a person or two who are good with the alphabet and willing to shelve books.

Library Card Sign Up Month

September is Library Card Sign Up Month! If you or someone you know would like a library card from the San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) you can use the following link to sign up for a free one! SAPL Library Card Sign Up

As we begin a new school year, we are excited to continue integrating technology into our classrooms with the use of Chromebooks. The Chromebooks are powerful tools that enhance learning, and they also come with responsibilities. Outlined below are the expectations for Chromebook use to ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all students at Hobby Middle School

Chromebook Expectations

1. Academic Use: Chromebooks are to be used primarily for educational purposes.

2. Daily Care and Maintenance: Students are required to bring their Chromebooks and chargers to school each day fully charged and ready to use. Devices should be stored safely in their backpacks when not in use. Students should avoid eating or drinking near their Chromebooks to prevent accidental damage. Decorations and stickers are not allowed to be added to the Chromebooks.

3. Digital Citizenship: We emphasize the importance of responsible online behavior. Students must adhere to the school’s acceptable use policy, which includes respecting privacy, avoiding inappropriate content, and practicing good digital etiquette.

4. Monitoring and Privacy: While the Chromebooks are provided for educational use, please be aware that the school’s IT department monitors all activity on these devices to ensure compliance with our usage policies. Our BARK alert system will alert us of misuse and the student may have their chromebook taken away.

Costs and Repairs

While the school provides Chromebooks, students and parents are responsible for maintaining the device in good working condition:

In case of theft, a replacement device may be issued only if a Police Report is filed and submitted with the campus Technology Support Specialist (TSS). Breakage and misuse of the device will result in payment from the parent or guardian:

Repair Costs:

Device replacement cost $272

Cracked Screen: $100

Missing keys: $25

Charger replacement $13

If a Chromebook is damaged or not working properly, students should report it immediately to their TSS, teacher, or the office as soon as possible.

Family Engagement Facts

Family Engagement = Student Success

Students whose families are engaged in their education are more likely to:

1. Earn higher grades and test scores
   
2. Have better attendance
3. Display more positive attitudes toward school
4. Behave better in and out of school
5. Have higher graduation rates
6. Enroll in post-secondary education

Resources/Upcoming Events

*Please note that the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program Classes have been cancelled.*

• Hobby MS Fall Cafecito - Please join us on Wednesday, September 25th for our first Cafecito of the year! Be sure to register using the link on the flyer. [Please see flyers below]
• NISD Title 1 Family Engagement Conference - FREE event; registration required; session descriptions on second set of flyers [Please see flyers below.]
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren - Northside Family Engagement and Texas Grandparents Raising Grandchildren have partnered to create a place where you can explore the unique challenges and solutions for grandparents [Please see UPDATED flyer with below]
• Family Engagement Advisory Committee - Volunteer opportunity [Please see flyer below]

IMPORTANT ATHLETIC INFORMATION

If your child is interested in trying out for a sport, or is enrolled in 7th or 8th grade athletics, there is mandatory paperwork that must be completed before they can be eligible to participate.

An athlete cannot try out for a sport before completing ALL UIL paperwork found on the parent portal. (link below)

STUDENTS NEW TO ATHLETICS:

All incoming students who did not have a medical physical last year MUST complete a medical physical and give a copy to the head coach on campus. The physical form can be printed from the parent portal. The medical history form must be completed online. Print the completed medical history and the physical form and take both of those papers with you to the doctor when you get your physical. Make a copy of the medical physical and turn it into the head coach. You do not need to turn in medical history, but must complete it online.

*Rank One Parent Portal Information/Instruction Sheet

*Asthma Action Plan (Required for students diagnosed with asthma.)

Hobby Hawks Football Schedule 2024 -2025

Lady Hawks Volleyball Schedule 2024-2025

Tryouts will begin August 21st

Cross Country Schedule 2024-2025

Practice starts at 7AM for 8th grade boys and 7th grade girls

830AM for 8th grade girls and 7th grade boys.

Need tennis shoes, water bottles, and must have all completed online paperwork and physical to participate.

If you are having issues with HAC please click here or contact stacey.reynosa@nisd.net

Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Website: nisd.net/hobby
Location: 11843 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-6300
Twitter: @ElCarranco1