
Hornet Herald
September 10, 2023
Hello Hornet Families!!!
I hope you all had a restful and uneventful weekend. Being huge sports fans, my family and I spent the day Saturday watching my son's football team earn their first win of the season, Coco Gauff win the US Open, UT beat up on Alabama, and my alma mater, Southern Illinois, take down Northern Illinois. If it were not for my Atlanta Brave losing, it would have been a perfect Saturday. Now I can only hope the Miami Dolphins beat the San Diego Chargers today. However, you and your family spent your weekend, I hope it was enjoyable.
This will be another busy week at the Hornet's Nest. In addition to the learning taking place in our classrooms, each of our athletic teams are ready for some tough competition as they are all in action this week. We have our first PTA Membership meeting Thursday (more information below) and we are preparing to have the first progress report for this grading period available Tuesday, September 12. I look forward to seeing many of you at one of this week's events.
Mr. Estes
Campus Information
Upcoming Dates
- September 12 - Progress Reports Available
- September 12 - Football vs. Murchison
- September 14 - PTA Membership Meeting (Hybrid)
- September 14 - Volleyball vs. Lamar
- September 16 - Cross County @ Speedster Classic Invitational
- October 3 - Band Concert @ Huston-Tillotson
STINGER SALUTES
From Mr. Shettron: Ryan Martinez consistently shows up first to every class of mine, always has a positive attitude, eagerness to learn and is just all-around the sweetest.
From Ms. Crouch: Xhaidon Hardeman (pronounced Zay-den) showed loyalty to his community, and bravery, when he approached Congressman Greg Casar after school at the Carver library and asked him a question about standardized testing in public schools.
From Ms. Crouch: Gonzalo Lopez has shown great loyalty and kindness in our classroom community by helping a new student understand the assignments and directions.
From Ms. Sheeran: Chloe Vasser deserves a shout out for being loyal to her learning in ELA class. She works hard, stays focused, and is kind to her peers.
From Ms. Minkoff: Ted Wilcox deserves recognition of his kindness during ELA this week! He demonstrates positivity during class, includes his peers in group tasks, and helps his peers meet class expectations.
From Ms. Minkoff: Kaiden Humphrey deserves a shoutout for kindness during ELA class. He is learning to socialize and work collaboratively with his table group really well this week!!
From Ms. Morgan: Grace Ma is loyal to her education by making sure her homework is complete, helping others, and contributing to class.
From Ms. Morgan: Evelyn Donovan showed loyalty in advisory by enthusiastically working on our Hurdle pennant and sharing her supplies with the class. She also asks great questions about everything Kealing.
From Ms. Morgan: Hadley Ahearn is an excellent Hornet who shows respect, kindness, loyalty, and safety every day. She is conscientious, hard-working, and kind.
From Ms. Ingram: Townes Crow shows Kealing LOYALTY by actively participating in TX History, asking great questions and being a collaborative learner.
From Ms. Ingram: Adrian Hernandez Leija shows RESPECT in my Texas History class by following class procedures and working well independently or with others. He shows KINDNESS to others and to Mrs. Ingram and Ms. Pridgen.
CONGRATULATIONS to this week's Stinger Salute recipients!!!
THINK TANK
THINK TANK is available Monday - Thursday from 3:30 - 5:00pm.
CELL PHONES
We need your help Hornet Families.
- Remind your student of the cell phone policy.
- If need to get in touch with your student, contact the Main Office at 512-414-3214 and we will get the message to them.
We thank you in advance for helping your student stay focused and engaged in their classrooms.
HORNET VOLLEYBALL
7th grade “A” team put on an exceptional performance. They won the first set, dropped the second set and absolutely dominated the Tigers in the third with some great defense and amazing serving.
Both 8th grade teams fought to the very end before losing to the Tigers in a loud environment at Goryzki.
This week we look forward to taking on Lamar.
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL TOURS
As some of you may know, our school will be heading on an incredible journey to Spain & Portugal with parents and students in the summer of 2024! Our 12-day tour will allow students to connect more deeply with a foreign culture and history and will showcase a glimpse of so much of what these two unique countries have to offer. You’ll relax on the stunning beaches of southern Spain, marvel at Gaudi’s famous architecture in Barcelona, attend a traditional flamenco evening, and so much more! We hope you’ll join our info session on September 19th to learn more.
This trip will fill up quickly, so please join our informational meeting where we’ll discuss:
● Where and when we’re going
● What we’ll see and do
● Travel logistics
● How your child can earn academic credit
● Flexible payment options that keep the tour affordable
We’ll also share details about how to sign up (space is limited!) and answer any questions you might have.
Meeting Details & Registration (must register to attend meeting): https://bit.ly/3qOIrti
MAP TESTING
- Reading - September 8 - September 15
Data from this assessment will allow teachers and staff to determine what supports students could benefit from, ensure students are properly placed, and measure the growth our Hornets make this academic year. Please make sure your student is present to participate in the Beginning of the Year MAP assessment.
UT Computer Science Roadshow
BIKE CLUB
COACHING CORNER
FREE & REDUCE LUNCH
Last year’s free or reduced-price status will expire on September 26 and students will return to a full paid status unless their families either complete a meal application or they are approved for state funded meal benefits. We ask that you apply for benefits for this school year as soon as possible so there is not an interruption to your student's lunch status.
- Families may apply for state funded benefits, such as SNAP, at www.yourtexasbenefits.com.
- Families may apply for district level meal benefits at www.SchoolCafe.com/AustinISD or by submitting a paper application.
GET INVOLVED! KEALING CONNECTS SEEKS VOLUNTEERS
KEALING PTA
SEPTEMBER PTA MEETING
KEALING PTA SPIRIT WEAR
Online Kealing Sprit Wear orders can be placed HERE. Our first on-campus sales days will be the first Thursday and Friday of the month - September 7 & 8 in the cafeteria during all lunch periods. All online orders can be picked up by students at that time. We also offer delivery to door for $5 and free adult pickup for online orders. See the order form for details.
ACPTA ADVOCACY
Interested in PTA advocacy? Kealing PTA is searching for a 2023- 2024 ACPTA representative. For more information, Please email Laurie Pompa, volunteer@kealingpta.org for more information.