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The latest news from Dripping Springs ISD
WEEK OF MAY 20, 2024
DEADLINE FOR ONLINE VERIFICATION IS FRIDAY!
Dripping Springs ISD’s annual online verification process for all students opened Monday, April 29. According to state law, this process must be completed each year for all students – those who have previously been enrolled in DSISD and those who are new to our district and previously completed registration in the spring.
Family Access logins are used to begin this process. Parents received a reminder e-mail on Monday with their Family Access login information. If you do not have a login or cannot remember your password, please follow the directions in the reminder e-mail.
Please complete online verification for each child in your family as soon as possible; this process should be completed before Friday, May 24. During the verification process, parents will complete back-to-school forms. This process takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Some campuses require additional forms, such as the parking permit request at the high school.
If you have problems with the online process, please contact your child’s campus and ask for the Skyward Family Access contact/Student Records Specialist. Computers are available at campuses for those who do not have one available at home.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MAY 2024 RETIREES!
DSISD enjoyed celebrating and recognizing our May 2024 retirees Monday night. These 14 individuals have combined for 193 years of service to DSISD and 393 years to education!
Suzanne Carn-Allen, Dripping Springs Elementary
David Daugherty, Special Services
Sara Freeman, Dripping Springs High School
Millie Hogg, Dripping Springs Middle School
Denise Ladner, Financial Services
Andrea McCarthy, Dripping Springs High School
Vicky Metzger, Dripping Springs High School
Stephanie Needham, Walnut Springs Elementary
Tracy Neef, Dripping Springs High School
Kathy Shepherd, Dripping Springs High School
Angela Tennison, Dripping Springs High School
Cindy Tudor, Transportation
Jena Walker, Special Services
Kirsten Walker, Sycamore Springs Elementary
DSISD ROLLS OUT NEW WEBSITE AND MOBILE APP
Dripping Springs ISD rolled out a new website and mobile app beginning Friday, May 10, to provide better communication and resources for our families and other stakeholders.
We encourage parents to spend time exploring the new website. Some of our most visited sites and pages, such as Skyward Family Access, employment, and new student registration, has been prioritized to the top of the page or promoted in multiple locations to simplify the navigation and make things easier for users.
The new DSISD app includes news, events, important documents, menus and more! Watch the video below for an overview of the new app and instructions on how to set up notifications.
We are excited to launch this improved web and app experience for our families and appreciate your patience during the transition.
APP OVERVIEW & NOTIFICATION SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
DSISD TEACHER JOB FAIRS SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 12
Dripping Springs ISD will be hosting an elementary and secondary teacher job fair on Wednesday, June 12 in the Center for Learning & Leadership (300 Sportsplex Drive).
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet campus principals and ask questions. If you're interested in attending, please complete this registration form.
TEMPORARY TRANSFER APPLICATION CLOSES JUNE 1
Dripping Springs ISD is experiencing a high concentration of growth on three campuses – Dripping Springs Elementary, Walnut Springs Elementary, and Sycamore Springs Middle School. Because of this rapid growth, these campuses have exceeded their functional capacity.
With capacity available at other schools, the district is allowing a limited number of transfers out of these three campuses for the 2024-25 school year. The application period is open until June 1.
DSEF NOW ACCEPTING BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPLICATIONS
MAKE an IMPACT on our campuses! The Dripping Springs Education Foundation is excited to announce that the application period for the Board of Directors is now open! If you're passionate about education and community involvement, we invite you to apply. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on June 14. For more information and to access the application, please visit dseducationfoundation.org. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our schools!
DSEF is hosting a Board Member 101 & Open House to give you a glimpse into the impact you can have by serving on the Board of Directors on Thursday, May 23. More information can be found below.
Board Member 101 & Open House
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Center for Learning and Leadership (300 Sportsplex Drive)
Registration: https://bit.ly/dsefboard101
CTE OVERVIEW: WELDING
DSISD is excited to next highlight the welding program at Dripping Springs High School. Welding is a rapidly growing Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathway at DSHS where students are able to work on a variety of projects and develop the skills needed for today's workforce.