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Dear Highlander Families,

As we wrap up September, I want to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful start to our school year. August and September have been months filled with growth, learning, and joyful moments within our classrooms. I am very proud of our student's hard work.

In the next two weeks, we will be wrapping up the end of the 1st grading period. Soon, your child's teacher will be contacting you for a beginning of the year parent/teacher conference to discuss academics. Please be on the look-out for their email.

Thank you to our wonderful families for the "Stock The Fridge" donations for our staff. The staff has been enjoying snacks and drinks provided by you all. We thank you!

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education. Together we will make this year a memorable one!

Vicki Kilpatrick, Principal

• Campus opens at 7:00 a.m.
• Breakfast ends at 7:30 a.m.
• Secure lobby closes 7:40 a.m.
• Tardy bell rings at 7:45 a.m.
• W.I.N. time begins at 8:00 a.m.

⭐ 10/1-APEX begins

⭐ 10/2-National Custodial Appreciation Day

⭐ 10/3-Vision and Hearing Screenings

⭐ 10/4-Spirit Shirt Day

⭐ 10/7-College shirts

⭐ 10/8-Panorama Student Survey

⭐ 10/8-Texas Roadhouse Restaurant Night

⭐ 10/11-End of 1st Grading Period

⭐ 10/11-APEX Event

⭐ 10/14-Student Holiday

⭐ 10/18-Report Cards Available in HAC

⭐ 10/18-Spirit Shirt Day

⭐ 10/23-Fall picture retakes

⭐ 10/25-Bike Rodeo

⭐ 10/25-Spirit Shirt Day

⭐ 11/1-Book Character Parade

Congratulations to Counselor, Amy Flores for her work with our Military students. Because of her hard work, McAndrew has earned a Purple Star Campus Designation! The Purple Star Campus Designation is a distinct honor created by the Texas Legislature to recognize Texas public schools and open-enrollment charter schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.

This year, we will sending home an RSVP for our APEX event on October 11th. We hope this will expedite your entry into the event. Please be on the look-out for the RSVP notice.

Northside ISD is committed to educating the whole child to include engaged learning and student academics, safety and security, social emotional development, and support for students, families, and staff. Therefore, we will be gathering input on student experiences in school. Students in grades 3-12 will be asked to participate in a survey.

Students who have developed knowledge and skills in social and emotional learning perform better academically. Students who are self aware, make good decisions, and can regulate their emotions have a better chance of thriving in school, career, and life. Students who can work collaboratively and communicate effectively are better able to

harness their academic knowledge to perform in school. Collecting student survey

feedback helps ensure educators are providing students with all necessary supports

to achieve academic success.

NISD is utilizing surveys to inform practices around supporting students, teachers, and families. This information helps teachers plan targeted strategies and supports as needed. Results support skill development for whole classrooms, small groups, or individual students. This way, all students have the opportunity to build the skills needed to be successful in the classroom.

Students’ responses will provide invaluable insight into their experiences. District and school leaders will use their responses to better support the whole child and improve both our district and our schools.

Surveys will be administered during school on October 8, 2024. If you do not want your child to participate in the survey, please contact Amy Flores, Counselor via email amy.flores@nisd.net by September 30th. If your child opts out of the fall survey, he/she will also be opted out for the spring survey.

For more information, please see the document below.

Come out and join us for dinner for our first restaurant night of the year! You will need to show this flyer for our campus to earn credit.

Author Patrick Carman will be visiting with students in 2nd-5th grade on Tuesday, October 15th at 8:30 AM.This event is reserved for students only. He will be promoting his new book series, Bonkers! If you buy the books in advance through Barnes and Noble, Amazon or your local bookstore, he will autograph them on the day of his visit. Purchasing the books is optional.

Parents/Guardians of students in 2nd-5th grade, it's almost time for our 12th Annual Literary Pumpkin Patch! Please read the flier for more information!. We're so excited to see what pumpkins will be added to our patch!

Thank you,

Mrs. Mireles

Once again this year, NISD and University Health System are offering FREE Flu vaccines to the public. This is a "drive up and get a FREE flu shot" event. Please see attached flyers in English and Spanish.

There are 2 NISD locations as follows:

Saturday, October 26th from 8 am-12 Noon @ Gus Stadium

and

Saturday, November 9th from 8 am-12 Noon @ Farris Stadium

Registration to these events is now open and is required @ UniversityHealth.com/flu

• Flu shots are provided at no cost
• Available to children 6 months and older
• Covid-19 vaccines not available at these events

Keeping our students safe begins with knowing the facts. Join us as we discuss

what to look for and how to keep students safe from fentanyl and other drugs.

Date - October 24, 2024

Time - 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Place - Northside Activity Center

MISSION: At McAndrew we have a culture that fosters a growth mindset and provides opportunities for children and staff to engage in challenging learning opportunities that create a level of determination and grit needed to excel in life.

VISION: Every Day, Every Student grows in confidence, curiosity, and capability.

WE BELIEVE:

• Each student deserves a quality education which honors their voice and prepares them to engage, contribute, and succeed.

• Students’ health, safety, engagement, challenge, and support is directly linked to their academic achievement and future success.

• Meaningful relationships among students, families, educators, and the community are vital to student success.

• Classroom teachers have the most impact on student achievement followed by campus principals.

• Public schools are essential to foster community and develop engaged citizens.

26615 Toutant Beauregard Boerne, TX 78006

Phone: 210-398-1750

Fax: 210-398-1799

School Hours: 7:45 am - 3:00 pm

Principal: Vicki Kilpatrick

Associate Principal: Jennifer De La Rosa

Email: mcandrew@nisd.net

Twitter: @NISDMcAndrew