News from the Nest

Main Office Phone: (210) 882-1610

Office Hours: 6:50 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Principal: Tanya Mares

https://southsideisd.org/mecc/

Dear Menchaca Families,

We set out to make this year’s Fall Festival bigger and better, and we definitely made it happen! Thanks to you and your incredible support, the event was a great success. It was exciting to see both the young and the young-at-heart dressed in costumes, enjoying the games, music, and participating in the trunk-or-treating. We had a wonderful time and saw so many smiles from our students and families.

A special thank you to our amazing sponsors and special guests who helped make this event a success. We couldn’t have done it without them, and we’re so grateful for their contributions.

• Cortez Liquid Waste Services
• The Law Office of Albert Cabrera PLLC
• Mendoza Upholstery - Seguin, TX
• JumpinRs MoonWalks
• Texas A&M University - San Antonio
• Raising Canes

October continues to be a very busy but exciting time here at Menchaca ECC. Red Ribbon Week kicks off on October 23rd! This national campaign serves as a reminder of the importance of making safe choices and living a life free from harmful substances. Please continue to read the SMORE for more information about each dress-up day. As always, dress-up days for students are completely optional.

We will close out the month with our annual Storybook Character Parade on October 31st at 9 AM. We invite students to come dressed as their favorite storybook characters to celebrate the joy of reading in a fun and imaginative way.

Thank you again for making this year’s Fall Festival and October events such memorable occasions!

Regards,

MECC Leadership Team

October 22nd

• 50th Day of School (Wear 50's attire.)

October 23rd

• College, Career, & Military 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!)

• Boo to the Flu! - Vaccine Clinic

October 24th

• Drugs Can't Find Me (Wear Camouflage.)

October 25th

• We're Keeping Our Space a Drug Free Place (Wear anything space themed.)

October 28th

• Jammin' Out Against Drugs (Wear your favorite band or music artist t-shirt.)
• Parent Workshop - 9 A.M. - MECC Library

October 29th

• Being Drug Free is No Sweat (Wear exercise attire.)

October 30th

• College, Career, & Military 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!)

October 31st

• Storybook Character Parade - 9 A.M.

Please be on the lookout for more information regarding our Storybook Character Parade to be sent home next week!

November 1st

• Student Holiday / Staff Development

Each school day, millions of children ride school buses. Did you know that the school bus is one of the safest vehicles on the road? Less than 1% of all traffic fatalities involve children on school transportation vehicles. However, children are more at risk when approaching or leaving a school bus. It’s important for all drivers, as well as parents and students, to understand school bus safety.

This week all MECC students will have the opportunity to board a Southside ISD school bus to learn about all of the safety features and how to safely evacuate the bus in an emergency.

All Kindergarten goals are directly aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), the state standards set by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). These standards outline what children should know and be able to do by the end of the kindergarten year.

For a complete list of the TEKS, please visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/curriculum-standards/teks/kinder-teks-062024-updated.pdf

All PK goals are based on the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). These guidelines set the developmental expectations for what children should learn and be able to do by the end of the school year. For more information about the Texas PK Guidelines, please visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/early-childhood-education/educator-resources/texas-prekindergarten-guidelines

A Cardinal VIP is like every very important person, they demonstrate excellent behavior and amazing manners. Every month students will be nominated by their peers and administration and these VIPs will be honored at a Board Meeting with a certificate, Cardinal VIP polo shirt, and a goodie bag. Way to go Cardinal VIP’s!

Noah Martinez Cantu has consistently demonstrated exceptional character. He has shown great empathy and care by helping a classmate who occasionally comes to school upset, offering comforting hugs and assisting in calming her down. He is continuously learning new routines and diligently follows directions. His progress and dedication make us all incredibly proud! In addition, Noah has shown remarkable responsibility. He takes care of his tasks and returns to class promptly without needing reminders. He is reliable when going to different areas of the building, always completing what he needs to. His growth in personal responsibility is truly impressive!

Did you know that more than 5 million American children are diagnosed with asthma? It is the leading chronic illness in childhood affecting up to 10% of children and the #1 cause of hospitalizations for children. Common triggers of asthma include cold weather, dust and dust mites, cockroaches, mold, pet dander, tobacco smoke, and air fresheners. As we approach the cooler months, illnesses are on the rise. Children with asthma are more likely to have complications from flu, RSV, and COVID. If your child has been diagnosed with asthma or reactive airway disease, please make sure we have a valid asthma action plan and inhaler on campus for them.

If you feel like your child's asthma is not well controlled, or you have questions about asthma, Metro Health has a wonderful FREE program called SA Kids B.R.E.A.T.H.E. " The SA Kids BREATHE (SAKB) program is a free city program whose primary goal is to improve the quality of the lives of children with asthma by teaching them and their family best practices to control their asthma. The SAKB program will help keep kids out of the hospital, keep kids in school, keep parents at work, and save families and healthcare systems money." A community health worker who specializes in asthma can meet with you and your child to go over what asthma is, how to use inhalers, and how you can prevent flares. They are an amazing resource and they are FREE! If you aren't comfortable meeting with them in your home, you can meet with them here at school.

For more information, click on the link below.

• The pre-order will be available from Oct. 15 to Oct. 25, 2024.
• Forms of payment accepted are cash or credit credit (via Vanco QR code on order form).
• Taxes are included in the sale price of $30.
• Please complete the pre-order form below and return to our campus office. Orders will be turned in to Central Office on Oct 25th.

With the cooler temperatures just around the corner, don't forget to label your child's coats, jackets, hats, or scarves. If your child is already missing an item, be sure to check the lost and found located inside the reception area of the school's main office.

The more students attend school regularly, the more funding the school receives from the state. This funding helps support important resources like teachers, programs, and materials for students. Regular attendance not only helps your child succeed but also helps the school provide the best possible education for all students. Encouraging regular attendance is a win-win for students and Menchaca!

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

lupita.cabrera@southsideisd.org or meranda.zapata@southsideisd.org