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Hello Hobby and Hobby Magnet Family,

As we enter the fourth week of the marking period, I wanted to emphasize the importance of consistent school attendance for your child's academic success.

I understand that the unexpected weather events have disrupted our last two weeks of school. However, even with those challenges, our current attendance rate is at 93%, which is commendable.

Our goal is to maintain an attendance rate of 95% or higher throughout the year. Consistent attendance allows students to:

• Stay on track academically: Missing even a few days of school can significantly impact a student's understanding of key concepts and their ability to complete assignments.

• Develop essential skills: School provides opportunities for students to develop social skills, build relationships with peers and teachers, and participate in extracurricular activities.

• Foster a positive learning environment: Consistent attendance creates a stable and predictable learning environment for all students.

I appreciate your efforts in ensuring your child attends school regularly. If you have any concerns about your child's attendance, please do not hesitate to contact myself or any of the teachers.

Continue to stay connected by checking out the Hobby Middle School Calendar , Web page, Hobby PTA on Facebook and Twitter (X)

As Always,

You Matter!

Praise, Promote & Protect.

Lawrence Carranco - Principal

Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Phone: 397-6310 office

Click here to send notes to Victoria Denton

An excused absences is still considered an absence from school, but does not count towards perfect attendance since the child was not physically present. An excused absence helps towards the Compulsory Attendance Law.

https://www.nisd.net/schools/handbooks/district-policies#compulsory-attendance-law-all-levels

Exemptions to compulsory attendance- Bullet point 10

"The Hobby SOUPer Bowl will be here before we know it! Please sign up to bring a soup and/or dessert for the Feb. 7th luncheon.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting and delicious event to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff—the Hobby Middle School “Spuperbowl”! This fun and flavorful competition will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025, just before the big game weekend.

Here’s how it works:

1. Calling All Parent Chefs! We need your help to make this event a success. We’re inviting parents to volunteer and prepare their best homemade soup for our teachers and staff to enjoy. This is your chance to showcase your culinary skills and compete for the top spots!

2. Teacher & Staff Judging: On the day of the event, our teachers and staff will sample the soups and cast their votes for their favorites. The top three soups will be crowned 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners and celebrated with prizes!

3. How to Participate: • Sign up in the link below to bring your soup. Plan to deliver your soup to the school in the morning on Friday, February 7. • Be sure to include a label with the soup’s name and contest so that we can return your crockpot.

This is a wonderful opportunity to show our appreciation for the incredible work our teachers and staff do every day, while also bringing our school community together for some friendly (and tasty) competition!

Thank you for helping make this event special. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 210-397-6300

Let’s make this “Spuperbowl” an event to remember!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAFAC2DABFE3-53056643-souper "

April 5th

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All students will be expected to serve at the health fair in some capacity with more details to be discussed at a later date so we wanted to get this date on everyone's calendar. We invite Health Care vendors to share knowledge and visit with our community. We also will offer the students Sports physicals at a reduced price the day of. Last year we had yoga classes, therapy animals and a student work showcase along with numerous community vendors .

Please contact Mrs. Heye now so we can add you to the program if …………….

1. Your Health organization is interested in having a table at our fair?
2. Your organization or company would like to sponsor our student T-shirts?
3. T-shirt sponsors will have their company name displayed on the back of the shirts .

• STEM night @ Beard Jan 29th from 5-6:30 ( seeking 2-3 student volunteers)

• STEM night @ Ott Jan 30th from 5:30-6:45 ( seeking 2-3 student volunteers)

• HOSA mtg Feb 6th

• 7th Grade Field Trip to St. Phillips Feb 10th ( Turn in permission slips!)

• HOSA competition Feb 13th in conjunction with I Heart Learning Night @ Hobby

Jaime Heye

Director Magnet School

Hobby Health Science Magnet

210-397-6280

jaime.heye@nisd.net

• *Progress Reports come out Monday! Check your kids backpacks!!!

Students who made A & AB Honor Roll for the 2nd 9 weeks had the opportunity to be recognized during their lunch period on Friday, January 24th. Way to go to all of our Super Bright Hawks!

Keep up to date with Hobby Counseling Department Happenings via our social media, "X" page @HobbyCounselors or have your student show you the counseling tile within schoology as there is wealth of information that will be posted here through the school year.

Hard work and dedication pay off! These talented students made it to the Region Orchestra, showcasing their passion and skill.

They earned their spot auditioning at the district level and performed a concert on Saturday 1/18/2025 at Taft HS.

Featured: Jayden Cheatham, Colette Dreher, Khloe Vega, Everett Montoya, Landon Montoya, Catalina Perez, Noah Marcelo, William Park, and Noel Pina.

Family Engagement Facts

Family Engagement = Student Success

Students whose families are engaged in their education are more likely to:

1. Earn higher grades and test scores
   
2. Have better attendance
3. Display more positive attitudes toward school
4. Behave better in and out of school
5. Have higher graduation rates
6. Enroll in post-secondary education

*Hello, Hobby Families! Just a friendly reminder to inform the school if you need to update your contact information (e.g., new cell number, change of address, or different e-mail address).

Resources/Upcoming Events

• *Please see flyers!

IMPORTANT ATHLETIC INFORMATION

If your child is interested in trying out for a sport, or is enrolled in 7th or 8th grade athletics, there is mandatory paperwork that must be completed before they can be eligible to participate.

An athlete cannot try out for a sport before completing ALL UIL paperwork found on the parent portal. (link below)

STUDENTS NEW TO ATHLETICS:

All incoming students who did not have a medical physical last year MUST complete a medical physical and give a copy to the head coach on campus. The physical form can be printed from the parent portal. The medical history form must be completed online. Print the completed medical history and the physical form and take both of those papers with you to the doctor when you get your physical. Make a copy of the medical physical and turn it into the head coach. You do not need to turn in medical history, but must complete it online.

*Rank One Parent Portal Information/Instruction Sheet

*Asthma Action Plan (Required for students diagnosed with asthma.)

As we begin a new school year, we are excited to continue integrating technology into our classrooms with the use of Chromebooks. The Chromebooks are powerful tools that enhance learning, and they also come with responsibilities. Outlined below are the expectations for Chromebook use to ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all students at Hobby Middle School

Chromebook Expectations

1. Academic Use: Chromebooks are to be used primarily for educational purposes.

2. Daily Care and Maintenance: Students are required to bring their Chromebooks and chargers to school each day fully charged and ready to use. Devices should be stored safely in their backpacks when not in use. Students should avoid eating or drinking near their Chromebooks to prevent accidental damage. Decorations and stickers are not allowed to be added to the Chromebooks.

3. Digital Citizenship: We emphasize the importance of responsible online behavior. Students must adhere to the school’s acceptable use policy, which includes respecting privacy, avoiding inappropriate content, and practicing good digital etiquette.

4. Monitoring and Privacy: While the Chromebooks are provided for educational use, please be aware that the school’s IT department monitors all activity on these devices to ensure compliance with our usage policies. Our BARK alert system will alert us of misuse and the student may have their chromebook taken away.

Costs and Repairs

While the school provides Chromebooks, students and parents are responsible for maintaining the device in good working condition:

In case of theft, a replacement device may be issued only if a Police Report is filed and submitted with the campus Technology Support Specialist (TSS). Breakage and misuse of the device will result in payment from the parent or guardian:

Repair Costs:

Device replacement cost $272

Cracked Screen: $100

Missing keys: $25

Charger replacement $13

If a Chromebook is damaged or not working properly, students should report it immediately to their TSS, teacher, or the office as soon as possible.

If you are having issues with HAC please click here or contact stacey.reynosa@nisd.net

Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Website: nisd.net/hobby
Location: 11843 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-6300
Twitter: @ElCarranco1