Blue Hole Buckaroo Bulletin
Week of January 27th
Upcoming Events
February 3rd-6th- School Counselor's Week
February 3rd- Kinder 100th day of school celebration
February 4th- College T-shirt Day
February 6th- PTO meeting at 3:50 in the library
February 6th- Science Night 5:30-6:30
February 10th- School Board Meeting
February 13th- Valentine's Day Parties (times TBD)
February 13th- SRO appreciation day
February 14th-No school
February 17th- No school
February 24th-28th- Read-a-thon Fundraiser
Message from the Principal
Hello Buckaroo Families,
We had a busy 3 day week! I am looking forward to a full 5 days with our students.
We have had a lot of absences due to illness lately! I hope everyone is on the mend and feeling better. If your child has a fever, please remember, they must be 24hrs fever free without fever reducing medications before sending them back to school. This will help with the spread of germs.
Also, anytime your child is absent, please send a doctor's note or parent note to josefina.martinez@wimberleyisd.net to excuse the absence. For more information on the importance of daily attendance and procedures for absences, see the link below.
Arrival
Just a quick reminder about morning arrival. Our instructional day begins at 7:55. All students need to be in their classroom by the 7:55 tardy bell. This also means that our staff that is on duty needs to be in their classrooms to receive students by 7:55. Many students are just arriving at 7:55 or after. If you arrive at 7:55 or later, please park and walk your child to the front office. This will help ensure that teachers and students are in the classrooms on time to begin the instructional day.
I understand that the car line can be long at times. We do our best to move things along quickly. It helps if your child is ready with their backpack and the things they need for the day by the time you stop at the designated cone. The earlier you get in line the faster it goes. Drop off begins at 7:20 and will end promptly at 7:55.
Thank you for your time and attention to school arrival!!
Happenings around Blue Hole
School Counselor's Week February 3rd-6th
Karyn Padilla
Wendi Norton
We would love to shower these ladies with notes or drawings from our students!
Lice Information
It’s important to note that lice outbreaks are not uncommon in school settings, especially during certain months of the year. We have had reported cases on campus and are working to reduce the spread.
Lice are typically transmitted through close head-to-head contact, which is common in school environments where children interact closely with one another. It’s also possible, though less common, for lice to spread through shared personal items like hats, combs, or hair accessories. However, lice cannot survive for long periods without a human host—generally, they can live only 1-2 days off of a person.
Please use the links below for information from the CDC about lice and ways to treat and prevent at home.
PTO News
Science Fair Information
All BHP students are invited to participate in our upcoming science fair! Our science fair is designed to promote problem-solving skills and an enthusiasm for science. Submitting a science fair project is voluntary. To participate in this very fun, rewarding event, please read on to find out important information, tips, and project requirements.
BHP Science Fair: February 3-7, 2025
BHP Science Fair Night: Thursday, Feb. 6 @ 5:30-6:30 pm
Please click the link below for specific details
Thank you for your support and generosity!! We appreciate the items purchased off of our Amazon Wishlist!
District News
District Accountability Ratings have been posted to the WISD website
Dear TEXAN Family,
Last semester, parents and staff were invited to fill out an interest survey to begin participation with a needs assessment. We are looking to increase our participation by 20-30 individuals. Our FESTA leadership is hosting a "Meet the Team & Walk Through the Process" set of zoom virtual meetings on Monday January 27th at 9am and at 6pm. You do not need to attend both. Two times are offered so that you may select the time of day that works best for your schedule. If you have any questions, concerns, curiosities, or you just want to understand how to participate, please join using the link below. As a reminder, adult participants that complete the interest survey, consent, needs assessment survey, and optional online interview will receive an Amazon Gift card as a token of appreciation.
"Meet the Team & Walk through the Process" Zoom: Learn more about the FESTA Needs Assessment
Link to join:
The Zoom link for 9am: https://txstate.zoom.us/j/85802730628?pwd=9IU2vzvqwp8MjDT0cokGhHwOmp77XB.1&from=addon
The Zoom link for 6pm: https://txstate.zoom.us/j/89429163314?pwd=R1x2gObahhwIDSvfWlewzcuNxsnQCs.1&from=addon
Coming soon will be some educational materials and events offered to WISD through the FESTA team and the grant. Watch your email for updates!
Need a quick reminder? FESTA is:
In response to “Tucker’s Law,” Texas State University in collaboration with Wimberley and Dripping Springs ISD received a $1.9 million grant through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to reduce the onset and progression of substance misuse, opioids broadly, and fentanyl specifically, and its related consequences in Hays County, Texas. This grant funded program will be called FESTA, which stands for: Fentanyl Education, Support Training, and Awareness.
Best,
Your FESTA Team Members, a partnership between Texas State University, DSISD, & WISD made possible by SAMHSA