Hawk Talk
Hobby MS /Magnet - May 6th - 10th
Twitter- @NISDHobby
Twitter- @NISDHobbyHealth
Mission
We will transform the learning experience within our inclusive community.
A Message from the Principal
Hello Hobby and Hobby Magnet Family,
Thank you for an amazing week at Hobby Middle School. As we navigate the end of the academic year, it's important to take a moment to recognize the incredible efforts of our educators. This week, we will be celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week.
Our teachers play a vital role in shaping the minds and futures of our students. They dedicate countless hours to planning lessons, providing support, and fostering a nurturing learning environment. Their commitment to excellence deserves our utmost gratitude and recognition.
In observance of Teacher Appreciation Week, I encourage you to join us in expressing our heartfelt thanks to our teachers. Whether it's a simple note of appreciation, a small token of gratitude, or a kind word, every gesture means a lot to our hardworking educators.
This is a time for us to reflect on the impact teachers have had on our lives and communities and to encourage those who are considering a career in education to explore this rewarding path.
Let's come together as a community to honor and celebrate the dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment of our teachers. Thank you for your continued support in making Hobby Middle School a place where every child can thrive.
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
From the Magnet School Director
It is definitely May at Hobby Health Science Magnet but we are not done yet! With the state testing behind us the teachers have been continuing to work hard. They are showing the students that we are not done by creating some awesome engaging activities for their classes. We continue to stress to our students that here we finish strong!
We have a few STEM nights at our neighborhood Elementary schools as we wrap up the year. We would love to have a few volunteers if you live close to these schools. Let Mrs. Heye know if you are available.
Tuesday May 7th 5:30-6:45 @ Leon Springs- Looking for 2 helpers to work with Mrs. Johnson
Thursday May 9th 6:00-7:15 @ Scarborough- Looking for 2 volunteers to work with Mrs. Heye
Tuesday May 14th 6:30-7:30 @ Blattman- Looking for 2 volunteers to work with Mrs. Heye
Tuesday May 14th 5:00-6:45 @ Brauchle- Looking for 2 volunteers to work with Mrs. Johnson
Thursday May 16th 5:00-6:30 @ Westwood Terrace- Looking for 2 volunteers to work with Ms. Mitchell
Upcoming events
Order your 2024 8th Grade Class Panoramic Picture
Click Here for more information and to access the form to order
8th Grade Dodgeball Tournament
Each team will have 7 players on it.
- You must have at least three girls on each team. Your team will be deleted if you do not have at least 3 girls.
- Your name can only be listed on one team! Once the team is turned in, you will not be able to switch out team members.
- If a team member is absent on the day of the tournament, you will be short one player, no additions will be made
Scan the QR code below to join or Click Here
From your Academic Dean - Ms. Christina Lora
Families can access their child’s Spring 2024 scores along with tailored resources on the dates below.
Parents can view their child’s score history 24/7 by logging into NISD’s Home Access Center (HAC) and choosing the Texas Test Scores tab. This connects parents to the Texas Assessment Student Portal for families.
As always, the results will include detailed information in each subject, including areas of strength and gaps in learning, actual test questions, and tailored resources parents can use at home to support learning.
If parents do not currently have a HAC account, they may follow the instructions here to create one. Once the account has been created, parents may view their child’s state assessment score history by following the steps attached.
Counselor's Connection
HAWKS Please Save the Date: HAWK AWARDS will be May 21st at 6pm, NISD Sports Complex
Mental Health Awareness Week
Student Mental Health
For additional family resources, please visit the Hobby Middle School Mental Wellness webpage
For Current Hawks Summer GT Testing Opprtunity:
Summer GT Testing
Go Camo Care Package Collection
Hobby’s military kid’s club, Hawks of Honor, is teaming up with Soldiers’ Angels, a local, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide aid, comfort, and resources to the military, veterans, and their families. Please join us by contributing to our collection, May 13 - 24, 2024. For more information, contact Mr. J. Alonzo, School Counselor.
CURRENT 8th Grade Parents: Does your rising 9th grader want a challenge or are you wanting for them to accelerate a credit, then please review the Summer Credit Advancement Opportunities below:
Join us at our next Hawks of Honor meeting, Thursday, May 9 from 8:00 to 8:30 in Room A138. For more information, contact Mr. Alonzo, School Counselor, at 210-397-6273 or jesus.alonzo@nisd.net.
Student Mental Health
For mental health resources, please visit the Hobby Middle School Mental Wellness webpage.
Your Hobby Counseling Team:
Mr. Texidor- Head Counselor, Student Last Names A-F. (210) 397- 6325; jose.texidor@nisd.net
Mr. Alonzo- Student Last Names G- O. (210) 397- 6273; jesus.alonzo@nisd.net
Ms. Castro- Student Last Names P-Z. (210) 397- 6326; jennifer.castro@nisd.net
Mrs. Staib- All Health Science Magnet Students (210) 397- 6286; nikki.staib@nisd.net
Library
All library books are due no later than May 10th which is NEXT Friday! If your students has any lost or overdue books they will not be allowed to participate in field day at the end of the year, so please help them look for their books and remind your student to turn them in asap. Mrs. Fox will start sending out overdue notices next week.
Notes from the Nurse
- Immunization letters are going out to students to take home to parents. Calls will be made from Administration as a reminder to parents. FYI Parents: Our records will transfer to the School your child will be attending next year. If it is not updated while in attendance this year, you will have to take an updated record to the High School your child will be attending before they release a class schedule for the coming school year.
- UHS Immunization Bus will be at Hobby 5/30/2024 from 9am-12pm. Please complete the packet and return it to the school clinic as soon as possible to assure an appointment time. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out at 210-397-6309 or Purificacion.Montes@nisd.net. Thank you for all you do in keeping up with your child’s well being.
PTA
HAWK TUTORING PROGRAM
Join us and help Hobby students achieve success in the classroom. Tutoring does not require any experience and is more about encouragement than education! Can you help us? Tutoring happens every Tuesday and Thursday during flex periods 11:00-11:30.
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080944AEA7283-45861133-hawk
Volunteers must have an active NISD Background Check. Submit here:
Family Engagement
Resources/Upcoming Events
- Women’s Health Conference: Mujeres con Confianza (Women with Confidence) Conference - FREE women's community event focused on addressing healthy lifestyle topics such as physical activities, nutrition, and behavioral health; registration is required. [Please see flyers below.]
- Soar into Saving & Budgeting - FREE; no registration required; learn about saving and budgeting strategies with practical money management tips and tools [Please see flyer below.]
- FREE Parent/Caregiver Workshops - Provided by Region 20; virtual and in-person sessions for April and May [Please see flyer below.]
- NISD Summer Elementary Art Camp - FREE to all NISD Title I elementary school students; registration required [Please see flyers below.]
Clubs
HAC
If you are having issues with HAC please click here or contact stacey.reynosa@nisd.net
Lawrence Carranco
Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Website: nisd.net/hobby
Location: 11843 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-6300
Twitter: @ElCarranco1