NYOS Secondary Newsletter

We educate the whole student. We foster a collegial Pre-K – 12 program that challenges each learner with rigorous academics, innovative strategies and expectations for civic engagement.

Email: info@nyos.org
Website: www.nyos.org
Location: 12333 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753, USA
Phone: (512) 583-6967
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyoscharter/

Secondary Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyossecondary/

The NYOS District theme for this year is Destination NYOS

Secondary's focus is Sailing to Success

We look forward to continuing to build on the growth of students and staff, and are ready to embark on the amazing journey of the 24-25 school year.

No new hires!

• HS PE (LTS-Monica Helgesen, Still interviewing)
• SPED Math Inclusion (SPED + Math Certified)

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!!

To ensure that our community continues to stay safe, please read the information below:

Covid Positive is treated just like Flu or any other respiratory illnesses- If you are fever free for 24 hours you can return to school. If you are positive without symptoms or fever, youc an return to work.

Here is a guide for respiratory illness-

• You can go back to your normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, both are true:
  
• Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
  
• You have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication).
  
• When you go back to your normal activities, take added precautions over the next 5 days, such as taking additional steps for cleaner air, hygiene, masks, physical distancing, and/or testing when you will be around other people indoors. This is especially important to protect people with factors that increase their risk of severe illness from respiratory viruses.
  
• Keep in mind that you may still be able to spread the virus that made you sick, even if you are feeling better. You are likely to be less contagious at this time, depending on factors like how long you were sick or how sick you were.
  
• If you develop a fever or you start to feel worse after you have gone back to normal activities, stay home and away from others again until, for at least 24 hours, both are true: your symptoms are improving overall, and you have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication). Then take added precaution for the next 5 days.

Please visit here for more information: https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/prevention/air-quality.html

Congratulations to the NYOS Boys VB Teams!

Boy's varsity had their first League match last night and won in three! Flex boy's team played against St. Andrew's Middle School last Friday and also won! Guys are having another match this Friday (away) and then will have two home games over fall break! (September 24th & October 4th which will be our pink out night!

Congratulations to our HS/MS Cross Country student athletes on their performance from last weeks meet!

See below the students that brought home medals:

Isaac Garcia

Jabin Sierra

Alex Hernandez

Congratulations to our students for their hard work!!

Congratulations to NYOS Girls VB Teams!

Last Week, NYOS Girls VB Team has a long week but came out on top!

Check out the results!

9/12: MS Blue played Idea Rundburg and pulled out a VICTORY!

9/13: Varsity played Idea Rundburg and pulled out a VICTORY!

9/13: JV played Idea RRT and pulled out a VICTORY!

Great Job Jags!

Thanks to those coming out to support Secondary Parent University!

We were small in number but big in receiving helpful knowledge on how to best support our students at the 6th/7th grade level.

Topics discussed:

Love and Logic vs. Leader In Me

Changes in Expectations from Elementary to Secondary

Slides from the presentation is below:

Love & Logic/Leader in Me

Review of Expectations

We look forward to more participation at our next Secondary Parent University.

Congratulations to Mrs. Zeitler and our students on an AMAZING play!!

Wizard of Oz was definitely a success!!

Thanks to our students and staff who participated in the Hispanic Heritage Month Rally!!

It was truly a success. Huge Shoutout to Mr. Vela and Mrs. Cruz for their hard work!

First Quarter of the 2024-2025 School Year has FLOWN by!!

Grades are due for teachers on September 19th, 11:59pm. Parents, please take advantage of the opportunities for tutorials by sending your child to tutorials this Friday! (see more information below)

AP registration and payments are now open! Students who are enrolled in AP classes at NYOS have the potential to earn college credit by taking the course AP exam. Do note- ordering exams is a 2 part process. Please review the AP parent letter for this year's details. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Reyes-Mink at nreyes@nyos.org.

AP Letter

We will be having Fall Break Interventions this Year! Students who receive HB4545 support have been invited. If you are interested in your child receiving support in the areas of Math and ELA, please reach out to Mr. Andre Fields, afields@nyos.org

Check out the Schedule below:

Date: September 23rd-September 26th

Time: 9am-12pm

Location: MS Building

We will be administering the PSAT to our Sophomores on October 16th!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Charie Jackson, cjackson@nyos.org.

Our social media platform is one that is intended to be informational and JOYOUS! We love sharing the amazing things your students are doing on campus, as well as keeping you in the loop about events, etc. In keeping with this spirit of information and JOY, please let this be your guide when commenting. We enjoy seeing your likes, love, and supportive responses. Our students love this as well!

If you have any questions or concerns about things happening on campus, please reach out to administration. We are more than willing and happy to answer any questions you may have. Have a great weekend!

ONCE A JAGUAR, ALWAYS A JAGUAR!!

ALL Secondary students are dismissed at 12:45pm on Fridays!

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Tops

• Collared shirt: solid navy, white, gray, black

• NYOS t-shirt in school colors

Undergarments

• Undergarments must be covered at all times.

Bottoms

• Students may wear loose fitting pants including dress pants, khakis, cargo pants, jeans, joggers, skorts, jumpers, shorts

• Bottoms must be modest. Shorts must extend to or below the index finger. Jeans can have embellishments or rips, of appropriate length, at or below the knee.

Shoes

• Closed-toe shoes

Piercings (8th-12th Only) Small facial piercings are ok. No large hoops or large gauges

Hats, hoods, and scarves are not permitted to be worn inside. Head coverings should not cover student faces. Headwear worn for religious purposes is acceptable.

Thursday

Tops

• Collared shirt: solid navy, white, gray, black

• NYOS t-shirt in school colors

• College T-Shirt

Undergarments

• Undergarments must be covered at all times.

Bottoms

• Students may wear loose fitting pants (includes dress pants, khakis, cargo pants, jeans, joggers, skorts, jumpers, shorts

• Bottoms must be modest. Shorts must extend to or below the index finger. Jeans can have embellishments or rips, of appropriate length, at or below the knee.

Shoes

• Closed-toe shoes required.

Piercings (8th-12th Only) Small facial piercings are ok. No large hoops or large gauges

Hats, hoods, and scarves are not permitted to be worn inside. Head coverings should not cover student faces. Headwear worn for religious purposes is acceptable.

Friday

Tops

• Collared shirt: solid navy, white, gray, black

• NYOS t-shirt in school colors

• Sweatshirts: solid navy, white, gray, black

• College T-Shirt

• Top of choice that aligns to expectations (See more regarding “ Dress Code Violations below)

Undergarments

• Undergarments must be covered at all times.

Bottoms

• Students may wear loose fitting pants (includes dress pants, khakis, cargo pants, jeans, joggers, skorts, jumpers, shorts

• Bottoms must be modest. Shorts must extend to or below the index finger. Jeans can have embellishments or rips, of appropriate length, at or below the knee.

Shoes

• Closed-toe shoes required in science labs and recommended at other times.

Hats (6th-12th)are permitted and should not cover a student's face. Headwear worn for religious purposes is acceptable.

Piercings (8th-12th Only) Small facial piercings are ok. No large hoops or large gauges

PE

Top: T-shirt

Bottoms: shorts mid-thigh or longer, athletic material ok

Tennis/athletic shoes

General Guidelines & Uniform/Dress Violations

Clothing should not be offensive or disrupt the learning environment in any way. Clothing should be neat, fit appropriately, and shirts must cover the abdomen.

Unacceptable clothing and accessories:

• Pajamas

• Athleisure tights or legging worn in lieu of pants

• Shorts, skorts or skirts shorter than the tip of the index finger in length or with slits shorter than the tip of the index finger.

• Dresses or shirts that only partially cover the shoulders, i.e. spaghetti straps, tank tops, halter tops

• Shirts with deep cut openings, that are sheer or that do not cover the midriff

• Visible undergarments

• Clothing, accessories, or tattoos with references to alcohol, drugs, sex, tobacco, vulgar language, violence, gang-related affiliation, or other symbols that detract from the learning environment

• Bedroom attire (pajamas, slippers, etc.)

• Caps, hats, hoods or any other head covering in the building, except as worn for religious purposes

• Hair colors or styles that may cause a distraction to the school environment

• Wheeled footwear

Administrators, sponsors, coaches, or other persons in charge of an extracurricular activity (or curricular activity such as a concert), may also regulate the dress and grooming of students who participate in school activities. Designated group or team apparel may be designated.

Dress Code & Uniform Violation Consequences

Uniform/Dress Code violations are considered a disciplinary issue and managed by administration. Staff are expected to support violation management.. See below regarding Violation escalation:

• 1st Violation: Warning & Parent Contact

• 2nd Violation: Detention & Parent Contact

• 3rd Violation: Detention, Community Service, Lost of Privileges & Parent Contact

• 4th Violation: Admin Discretion

If you have any questions, please reach out to secondaryadmin@nyos.org.

If you would like to refer your child or if a student would like to see a counselor, please fill out the counseling referral form. The link will take you to the form.

https://forms.gle/G7dVPb8NA8frY8TH8

If you have questions, please reach out to Ruby Sciore, rsciore@nyos.org or Jori Dittmer, jdittmer@nyos.org

Ms. Jackson will be present at the College Fair to support! If you plan to go or if you have any questions, please reach out to cjackson@nyos.org.

Continue to learn about criteria that support graduation, updates regarding college admissions, financial aid, and MORE!

Use the link to participate: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82587193945?pwd=fBzai6Sh4efXWEH2uQZr3TuwSJeFa6.1

If you have any questions, please reach out to Charie Jackson, cjackson@nyos.org.

Continue to learn important date and information to prepare your Junior student for their Senior Year!

Use this link to participate: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81131097521?pwd=qKgPA9v5NyQ9SjPgW5kjio9joWOX4A.1

If you have any questions, please reach out to Charie Jackson, cjackson@nyos.org.

September is Suicide Prevention Month! If you are in need of support, please reach out to our counselors!

MS Counselor-Ruby Sciore

HS Counselor-Jori Dittmer

Please use this link to show your interest? If you have any questions, please reach out to Mark Stroube, mstroube@nyos.org.

Student athletes will be required to complete a student eligibility form for marking periods, progress reports and report cards. If a student athlete is failing a class with less than a 70 or an AP course with less than a 65, that student will be required to sit out for at least 2 weeks, until they bring their grade back up. This policy is in alignment with UIL policy. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Johnson (wijohnson@nyos.org)

You will be able to purchase NYOS Athletic T Shirts, Starting August 5th Online!!

Please reach out to Coach Thompson, lathompson@nyos.org, if you have any questions.

Football

9/20: NYOS Jags vs. Fort Bend Chargers (Away)

Location: 2225 Porter Rd Katy, TX 77493

Also check out games that occur over Fall Break by viewing the schedule!

LETS GO JAGS!!

Volleyball

We have a very bust week next week! Come out and support NYOS Volleyball

Also check out games that occur over Fall Break by viewing the schedule!

LETS GO JAGS!

9/20 (HS) & 9/21 (MS):

Hoka One Invitational

Old Settler Park

3300 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665

For specific information, please go here!

Also check out games that occur over Fall Break by viewing the schedule!

LETS GO JAGS!

Come out and Support NYOS Athletics!

MS/High School Cross Country Schedule

MS & HS Volleyball

MS & HS Football Schedule

Check the NYOS Athletics Website for more information regarding Athletics!

You can sign up your students below for ACE! Send completed form to jrochell@nyos.org.

You can register here: https://na4.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhB4-pPae6ymSeflI-tJWMf60VK7yQvSUZ7CWQxDSrn5oPGpWMJ7slW_uavLAxIOugA*

Texas ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education) provides no-cost activities before and after school and during summer for K–12 students in Title I schools. The program is federally funded through 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) and administered on the state level by TEA.

When the last bell rings, Texas ACE is just getting started with interactive, hands-on learning disguised as fun and aligned to the school curriculum. Local programs also provide homework help, tutoring, and other targeted needs-based assistance, as well as enrichment activities such as sports, clubs, and youth development projects that build character, confidence, and leadership skills. Students can also receive a warm meal! Students have to attend four days a week, where students are in the program for 2 hours (4pm-6pm).

Please reach out to Johnny Rochell, jrochell@nyos.org, if you have any questions.

You can register here: https://na4.documents.adobe.com/public/esignWidget?wid=CBFCIBAA3AAABLblqZhB4-pPae6ymSeflI-tJWMf60VK7yQvSUZ7CWQxDSrn5oPGpWMJ7slW_uavLAxIOugA*

Please reach out to jrochell@nyos.org is you have any questions!!

NYOS Secondary is looking for volunteers for the 24-25 school year. Any and all support makes a difference, whether it is one hour at the beginning of school or a regular shift throughout the school year.

Hall and Lunch monitors make an impact on the school community, culture and climate. These are wonderful opportunities to connect with NYOS staff and students.

Sign up in Track it Forward, or contact secondaryadmin@nyos.org.
We look forward to seeing you around!

Please reach out to Ms. Harkins if you have any questions!

NYOS' league of extraordinary gentlemen is hosting a pet supply drive for the Austin Humane Society on W Anderson Ln. Please deliver any donation to the donation bins outside of Mr. Johnson's office. #nyospetdrive #nyosstrong

Thank you so very much to the many volunteers and folks who have donated items to make this even happen. We could still use some work or gardening gloves, HEB/grocery gift cards and volunteers to help with changing a tire. Let us know if you can help. We are looking forward to a great day.

Please reach out Hector Vela, hvela@nyos.org.

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen is a new student organization, and is accepting applications for membership. The organization will focus on:

* Developing young men as leaders on campus.
* Encourage students to exemplify problem solving skills.
*Promote an inclusive and supportive campus culture.
*Build relationships with the community through philanthropy.

Members of the organization will be asked to participate in community service projects, as well as campus culture initiatives. If you would like for your student to be considered for membership, please use the link to submit an application.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDXay8mzvWPg2Uys4eATpX7XxZr9OrL59VqZJOjAPLQVeBfA/viewform

9/19: Grades are Due for Teachers!

9/20: NYOF-Like Skills

9/20: Last Day of the Quarter