Cougar News

Hello Smallville,

Another great week in the books! Our Cougars were busy this week, I had the opportunity to watch the students participate in Among Us and pancake science labs focused on chemical analysis and reactions. It was fun seeing the students collaborate, investigate, and have fun!

Please do not forget that Monday, September 25th is a student holiday and staff development day. Tuesday, September 26th will be a “B” day. We have some fun incentives planned for the students, to include our Cougar of the Week awards. We would love to increase our support of our sporting events, so please be on the lookout for upcoming volleyball and football games. Come out to cheer on our Cougars!

I want to send out a special thank you to all of our Small staff, they are working hard to ensure that our students are successful and progressing towards their academic and personal goals.

I hope you have an amazing three day weekend!

Stay Present Cougars,

Bedford

Last week we shared Mr. Jeansonne video about the new secruity fence and expanded Green area. Here is a new video that includes voices from all 3 green teachers and maps to show you the updates.

https://www.wevideo.com/view/3182667510

For our capstone project, we would like to start a program where bunnies visit different advisory/homerooms. We will also want to make a bunny pen for them to stay whenever the security fence is done. If you could donate anything, it will be much appreciated.

• Lock for the entrance This is basically the same type of lock that is on the other rabbit cage. x1 $8.99 (Amazon)

• 24" x 50' wire hardware cloth This is in the correct dimensions, and has a little bit extra, so if we need it we have it. x1 $55.99 (Amazon)

• 10' x 13' clear tarp This works for the top and will cover it all. x1 $27.99 Amazon

• 6' x 8' clear tarp This is a slightly different type of tarp and will work for the sides. x2 $37.80

• Clean Up Bunny Supplies - $15.99
• Bunny Clean Up Spray - $15.53

Thank you from 2 8th graders in Mr. Brooks Capstone class.

Did you know that school district policy on replacing furniture is done so only if said furniture is at least 30 years old? Clint Small is only 24 years old! The Visual Arts Department and the Clint Small Library are teaming up again with Snap! Raise to bolster how it is we offer art and research materials to the Small campus. Items we were able to purchase in years past include a silk-screen press, tablets for the art studios and technology to ease how instruction is facilitated in the classroom and the library. Mrs. Levine was able to purchase new tables two years ago and Mr. Tabares was able to do the same last year. Art isa program that thrives with replenishing "soft" materials like paint, ink, crayons, clay, glazes, and tons of paper. This year, Mr. Tabares would like to purchase additional printing presses to ease the lino-cut printing process (we currently own one). Please consider donating to Small Visual Arts and the CSMS library. https://raise.snap.app/donors/small-middle-school-art-2023

Save the date, our Homecoming game is the week after next. October 3rd at Burger Stadium against O'Henry. See the spirit week schedule below.

Last year many of our students waited until yearbooks were distributed in May to decide that they wanted to buy one. By then it is too late and we had lots of disappointed kids.

Yearbooks must be preordered.

They are expensive to print and although we do order extra's knowing people forget, we can not guarantee you a yearbook if you do not PRE-ORDER your yearbook.

Order your yearbook today!

$35.00 (until winter break)

How do I order a 2023-2024 Yearbook?

1. Have your student take cash or a check for $35.00 to Mr. Shoptaw's classroom, Room 300. He will provide a receipt, please keep for your records OR.....
2. Click here to Order online

Click the image above, or this link to check out Ms. Sylvia's Small Virtual Library https://www.smore.com/y2rk0e

We know some of our families struggle with some of the fees associated with school. If you require financial help, please fill out this form.

We have been getting questions on the Math paths here at Small. Here is a chart to help explain it.

https://membership-donate2023-2024.cheddarup.com

COUGAR SPIRIT hoodies, short-sleeved tees, and long-sleeved tees now for sale!

ORDER YOURS HERE! All Sizes, Youth M - 4XL

https://tinyurl.com/2xtvysxy

There's no better way to showcase your school spirit and support Small than wearing our coolest Texan Cougar design!

Our unique, comfy t-shirts and hoodies are not just clothing, but tokens of the timeless memories you'll create this school year. They're perfect for showing off your school pride, both inside and outside the campus!

Thank you for supporting Small programs!

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SMALL IS GOING to AUSTRALIA in Summer 2025! And ENROLLMENT is NOW OPEN!

Wow! What a turnout for our AUSTRALIA Trip Info Meeting! I am humbled by your support of international student travel and our Global Cougars Fly EF educational tours!

For those who were not able to attend, know that there's $200 off the price if you sign up BY THIS SUNDAY 9/10. You have until midnight on that day! But don't delay if interested in fulfilling this trip of a lifetime! There's a handful of spots left as I type this today 9/08 on the morning after the meeting!

🔴 Here is the LINK to our ENROLLMENT PAGE: www.eftours.com/2684159ra

You only reserve your trip for $95 per traveler and then decide the most convenient way to pay for your family. VERY AFFORDABLE bi-monthly or monthly payments!

EMAIL mariel.early@austinisd.org or call 512-841-6700 Ext. 70774 if you would like to get the slides from the meeting or clear any questions you may have!

Go Global Cougars! 🐾✈️

Small is going to THAILAND in Summer 2024 and ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN!

Contact Mrs. Early with any questions you may have at mariel.early@austinisd.org any time! We can Zoom or talk as needed as well.

CLICK HERE for trip information and enrollment: www.eftours.com/2670625sm

📍Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, extension to Hua Hin (14 days)

From stopping by the most iconic Thai UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the provinces we visit, to immersing ourselves in cosmopolitan Bangkok, to bargaining on floating markets, riding rickshaws, cooking Thai food, engaging with monks, visiting an elephant sanctuary, going to the beach, and much more, this tour will not only provide your student with an opportunity for self-growth in assertiveness and independence but for gaining a deep understanding of Thai culture.

Incoming, current, graduating Cougars, alumni, and their family members are invited to join us, of course!

Follow our Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/global.cougars.fly/

Home of the Cougars and the Green Tech Academy!

Email: jennifer.newell@austinisd.org
Website: https://small.austinschools.org/
Location: 4801 Monterey Oaks Boulevard, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-841-6700
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