Buckaroo Bulletin
September 2024
Dear Bob Beard Families,
As we wrap up the first two weeks of the new school year, I am thrilled by the overwhelmingly successful start we've had. Our halls are once again alive with the energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm of our students, and it’s been amazing to witness.
Our dedicated teachers were thrilled to welcome your kiddos back with open arms, eager to dive into another year of learning, growth, and discovery. The excitement in our classrooms is evident, and I am confident that this year will be filled with memorable experiences and remarkable achievements.
I also need to mention the support from our community, as it has been nothing short of refreshing. From the smiling faces at morning drop-off to the encouraging words shared by parents, your involvement has played a crucial role in making these first weeks smooth and positive for everyone.
Thank you for being such an integral part of our school community. Here’s to a fantastic school year ahead!
-Mr. Kuhlmann
Welcome to the Buckaroo Family!
One of the most exciting parts of the new school year is the chance to welcome new staff members to our Buckaroo Family. Let's extend a warm welcome to our new staff and help them feel at home!
Jenna Smith - Fourth Grade
Kristina Herms - Special Education
Michelle Barnes - Fourth Grade
Sarah Locke - Special Education Coordinator
Analee Hemann - Reading Specialist
Tory Rodriguez - Kindergarten
Stephanie Montes - Kindergarten
Elizabeth Ortegon - ECSE IA
Gwen Herrera - Special Education
Laura Estrada - Math Specialist
Courtney Boyd - Head Counselor
Hector Alvidrez - Head Custodian
Mrs. Kline Surprised by Former Student at NISD Convocation đź’—
This year, our incredible Clarissa Kline took center stage at NISD's convocation! Mrs. Kline was honored by one of her former students with this amazing video tribute. Please take a moment to watch, as it reminds us all of the significant role educators play in shaping young minds and hearts. We love you, Mrs. Kline!
Zero the Hero Pays a Visit to our Kindergarteners
It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's Zero the Hero! Zero the Hero is a superhero who visits Beard Kindergarteners every tenth day of school to engage in exciting activities with the students, focusing on counting numbers, especially those ending in zero.
Gifted and Talented Awareness Meeting
Fall Book Fair
Attached is the fall Book Fair flyer that includes a QR code to scan for the sign up genius link to the volunteer signup.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084FABAD2BA46-51029290-beard#/
Mark Your Calendars!
- Labor Day Holiday (No School) - September 2
- Wear NFL Jerseys/T-Shirts - September 9
- GT Awareness Meeting - September 12 - 7:45 a.m.
- Progress Reports available on HAC - September 18
- Fall Individual Pictures (No Parents for Lunch this Day) - September 19
- Fall Book Fair Begins - September 20-27
- PTA Meeting - September 24 - 6:00 p.m.
- Bike Rodeo - September 27
- APEX Fundraiser - September 30 - October 11
Join Beard Watch D.O.G.S. Today
Calling all Dads! Join us every Friday morning from 7:10 - 7:45 for Beard Watch D.O.G.S! Help us start our Buckaroos' day off right with positive vibes, music, and high fives. Your presence makes a big difference—let's create a welcoming atmosphere together! To sign up to be part of our Watch D.O.G.S. team, or if you have any questions, please contact our Top Dog, Joshua Sennef at jmsenneff@naturahq.com.
Our Honorary Assistant Fire Marshals: Jameson & Beau
Our proud Honorary Fire Marshals, Jameson and Beau helped Mrs. Reid with our first two fire drills of the 2024-2025 school year. Both won this honor at Barn Dance last year. Everything went smoothly, and all kiddos exited the building safely. Great Job, gentlemen!
Pony Camp: Presented by the Brandeis Lariettes
Cell Phone/Smart Watch Policy
As we continue to focus on creating an optimal learning environment for our students, I want to remind everyone about our policy regarding cell phones and smart watches during school hours.
To minimize distractions and ensure that our students can fully engage with their lessons, we kindly ask that all cell phones and smart watches be kept in backpacks during school hours. Students are welcome to use their devices once they have been dismissed for the day.
If you need to communicate with your child during the school day, we kindly ask that you contact his/her teacher or the front office.
We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a focused and productive learning environment.
Parent Orientation Slides
PTA Spotlight
We invite you to join our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)! Your membership plays a vital role in enriching our students' educational experiences and provides essential support for various activities, including field trips, special events (family dances, movie night, culture fair...etc.), as well as resources for our classrooms.
The best part? Membership requires no time commitment! Your involvement can be as simple as signing up and supporting our initiatives. Every membership makes a significant difference in the lives of our children.
We truly appreciate your support and look forward to working together to create a vibrant and nurturing environment for our students. Join us in making this school year memorable and impactful!
đź’—Bob Beard PTA
PTA Meeting: September 24
Calling all Room Parents!
NISD Background Check
Whether you are mentoring a child, chaperoning a field trip, a member of a PTA or helping out in the classroom, you are choosing to make a difference in a child’s life and we appreciate you. Please complete your NISD background check today.
Staff Birthdays
August Birthdays
- 08/06 - Rosie Cuellar (Attendance Secretary)
- 08/17 - Jenna Smith (Fourth Grade)
- 08/26 - Tory Rodriguez (Kindergarten)
- 08/27 - Gwendolyn Herrera (Special Education)
September Birthdays
- 09/12 - Ashley Onyango (Early Childhood)
- 09/15 - Chandra Valdez (Instructional Assistant)
- 09/16 - Stephanie Montes (Kindergarten)
- 09/18 - Elizabeth Robles (Tech Coach)
- 09/22 - Michelle Palacios (Instructional Assistant)
- 09/24 - Hector Alvidrez (Head Custodian)
- 09/25 - Kristina Herms (Special Education)
Boosting Beard's Best
Take a moment to share your appreciation and gratitude with our outstanding staff! Your kind words, or a simple “thank you,” will mean the world to them. To give a staff shout out, please use the following link below. All comments will be shared in next month's community newsletter!
Thank you for being part of our wonderful community!
"My daughter is new to Bob Beard. She was very nervous about a whole new environment. Mrs. Kline has made her feel welcomed in the school and in the classroom. I thank her for going the extra mile for my daughter."
"Ms. Tampke has been a godsend. Not only was she a fantastic teacher to my daughter last year, but she has really gone the extra mile for my son already this year. He is hard of hearing and transferred from the school for the Deaf. Ms. Tampke has been so enthusiastic learning about his equipment and about hearing loss. She has taken extra time with us and has been so supportive. Transitioning from a school focused on hard of hearing students to public school with no hard of hearing students is difficult. Ms. Tampke has eased our minds as parents and made it a very positive experience for our son. We are grateful for her beyond words."
"Ms. Rosie is the most wonderful, great sweet and polite of all the front office. Even if it's not part of her job she will always help everyone with a smile on her face. She can answer all the questions about everything we need."