Jan 8th- Back to School, 2nd semester begins

Jan 16th- NED show assembly all grades

Jan 16th- House Jacket Ceremony (3-5th)

Jan 20th- MLK Day, No School

Jan22nd- Picture Retake Day (and new students to Shields)

Jan. 27-31 – Safety Week

Mon. Jan. 27 - Board Meeting @ 7 p.m.

Spring Testing Dates

• TPRI Window 1/8-1/23
• CLI Window ⅛-2/13
• iReady MOY Window (3rd-8th) 1/13-1/24
• ELAR benchmark (3-5) 2/19
• Science Benchmark (3-5) 2/21
• Math Benchmark (3-5) 2/25
• TELPAS Window 2/17-3/28
• RLA STAAR (3-5th) April 9th
• Science STAAR (5th) April 16th
• Math STAAR (3-5th) April 29th

Winter Weather Reminders – With the cold temperatures this week and possible precipitation coming Thursday and Friday, we want to remind all parents and staff of the ROISD inclement weather procedures. Decisions will always be made with the safety of students and staff as the primary objective.

· We monitor forecasts, evaluate road conditions, and consult with local emergency management before making any decision to delay or close school. We will make decisions as early as practical for each weather incident.

· We will notify Hawk Nation via automated text/email; push out via app; post on social channels and webpage; and notify local media.

· Please make sure your email and phone number are correct in Skyward (see video to help) to receive notifications regarding school schedule changes.

· We encourage parents to have an emergency plan for childcare.

We can’t wait to see all the accomplishments our Hawks will achieve in 2025. Let’s make this semester one to remember. Go Hawks!

Celebrating School Board Recognition Month

January is School Board Recognition Month, a time to honor the dedication and leadership of our school board members who work endlessly to support the success of our students, staff, and schools. We are grateful for their vision and commitment to making a difference in our district.

We are proud to recognize our seven exceptional board members:

• Mrs. Melanie Petersen, Board President
• Mr. Johnny Knight, Board Vice President
• Ms. Michelle Porter, Board Secretary
• Mr. Sean Kelly, Board Member
• Mr. Brian Sebring, Board Member
• Mr. John Anderson, Board Member
• Mrs. Donna Knight, Board Member

ROISD School Pantry Food Bank, Jan. 9

Stop by the Education Service Center (ESC) on January 9, 2025, starting at 4 p.m. for a box of goodies. ROISD partners with the North Texas Food Bank to provide a School Pantry each month. Families are provided with a box of shelf goods for each child in the family. (Weather pending)

Don’t miss the ROHS Fall Musical, Jan. 17 - 19

Join us for the ROHS Theatre performance of The Sound of Music, showcasing the incredible talent of our Hawks, January 17-19, 2025, at the Red Oak HS PAC. Come experience this classic musical brought to life. We hope to see you there!

Complete a District Volunteer Background Check and call the front office at 972-617-4799 to schedule your WATCH DOG day at Shields! : )

https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/NTAyMTplbi1VUw==

Please login to Skyward family access to view and sign the Compact. Directions are linked below, and a video tutorial can be found at https://ior.ad/8yQL

Per the ROISD Student Handbook, fast food deliveries are not allowed for students without a parent visitor. Parents are invited to visit for lunch once a week, and may bring commercially prepared food at their visit. Parent visitors must be on the student contact list, and will be required to check in the front office with a Driver’s License.

Thank you for your cooperation!

To highlight a few Dress Code Reminders

1. Students are allowed to wear a jacket with a hood; however, students are unable to wear the hoodie pulled over their head while in the school building.
2. Clothing may not have ANY rips, tears or inappropriate graphics - that includes tops and bottoms; also a student's midsection should not be visible. Please note, rips or tears with fabric underneath are allowed. Please review the updated ROISD Dress Code with your child and find appropriate clothing for school.

If you have any problems accessing your account - please email: reach@redoakisd.org

School Hours

7:20-3:05pm

Tardy Bell 7:25

Breakfast 6:50-7:20

Lunch Visitors

Lunch visitors are welcomed on campus Monday-Friday. Visitors will sit in the visitor section with their student only. Food items may not be shared with other students. We are limited on the amount of visitor seating available and you may be sitting with another parent/student.

Visitors will check in at the front office and will be required to show Valid ID. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in.

Arrival/Dismissal

Morning Car Riders: Drop off in back under awning. PK-K and sibling groups with PK-K, please stay on the inside lane (1) closest to the school. 1st-5th please stay on the outside lane (2). If you arrive after 7:25, please take your child to sign in at the front office. The back entrance will be locked and staff will not be present to supervise students left outside.

Dismissal: When picking up, PK-K and sibling groups with PK-K, please stay on the inside lane (1) closest to the school. 1st-5th please stay on the outside lane (2). If you have to wait for your student you will be asked to pull to the "Wait Zone" to ensure traffic continues to flow.

If a student needs assistance with buckling carseats, please do not exit your vehicle. Please pull into the safety zone parking lot next to the cafeteria to secure the students into the vehicle. This keeps our lines moving efficiently.

Thank you for your cooperation in these systems.

Student Birthdays

We LOVE to celebrate our students on their special day!! We are welcoming parents to send items in for the class to celebrate. You are welcome to drop these treats off in the office. If you wish to visit your child's class, an appointment must be made with the teacher.

Email: allyson.bell@redoakisd.org
Website: https://www.redoakisd.org/Domain/8
Location: 223 West Ovilla Road, Glenn Heights, TX 75154, USA
Phone: 972-617-4799
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shieldselem
Twitter: @shieldselem