Falcon Chronicle
September 28, 2025
From the desk of Principal Rosas-Saunders
Welcome October
Hello Falcon Families:
October starts this week and that means it is close to the end of the 1st 9-weeks for the 25-26 school year. October is also a very busy month for recognitions and celebrations. If you do not already follow our Facebook page, now is the time to follow us, we will be posting pictures of all the great celebrations and events we have on campus this month.
October 9th marks the end of the 1st 9-weeks, please make sure you are checking your student's grade in Skyward and reach out to teachers and/or schedule a teacher conference if you feel it is needed.
This week marks the final week for girls volleyball with games against Corbett and basketball tryouts will occur next week for the girls.
For those planning ahead, as a reminder Monday is a student holiday. The campus will be closed on Friday, October 10th and Monday October 13th for a "mid-fall break".
Please take a moment to read through the information below. We appreciate all your support, and please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Sincerely,
Nicole Rosas-Saunders, Principal
210-661-1140
What is STEM?
“STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is a method of hands-on teaching and learning where students learn to apply academic content by creatively solving real-world problems with innovative design-based thinking to prepare students for future career opportunities.”
Student Holiday: Monday, September 29th
Hispanic Heritage Month Theme Week
25-26 School Hours
School Hours: 8:00-3:30
Early Pickup: Students will not be released for early pick up after 3:00. Please ensure if you need to pick your student up early, it is before 3:00 pm.
Morning Drop-Off: If it is 7:50 and you have not dropped your student off at the gym, please drop them off at the front office. We begin releasing from the gym at 7:50 and the doors will be locked at 7:55. As a reminder, tardies to 1st period still count, please make sure you have your student arriving on time.
Kirby Turnaround Plan
Dear Kirby Families,
We value your voice and partnership in supporting our school’s growth and success. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are developing a Turnaround Plan focused on enhancing our programs and student outcomes.
To ensure your perspectives and ideas are included, we invite you to participate in a short survey. Your feedback is essential in helping us create the best possible learning environment for our students.
The link to the Turnaround Plan is located HERE and you can provide feedback by clicking on this LINK
School ID Pictures
Make-ups for students absent will happen on Tuesday, 9/30. All students are expected to wear their IDs every day starting Wednesday, 10/1.
VATRE - Community Forum September 30th @ Wagner HS at 6:30 pm
District Parent Table Talk
Additional Forms in Skyward
Please take a moment to go into your Skyward account to complete additional forms, these include distribution of the student code of conduct, health related services, nutrition forms, etc.
We will have stations at Open House to assist with these forms if you would like help.
Weekly Events
Monday, 9/29: Campus PD day, Student Holiday
Tuesday, 9/30: Wear bright colors, Make-up ID pictures
Wednesday, 10/1: Futbol Shirt/Jersey, Football vs Metzger @ WAGNER
Thursday, 10/2: Favorite Latino/a Musician/Artist/Actor/Author, 7th grade @ Corbett, 8th grade vs Corbett at 5/6:15
Friday,10/3: Cowboy boots and shirts
Chromebooks
8th grade are issued devices to have with them each day.
The students are not responsible for paying the $25 fee this year, but if they damage a device (their own or a class device) they will be responsible for the cost to repair the device. If the damage is done intentionally, their will also be school consequences.
Celebrations and Events
Cheer Camp
Cheer took home best routine and 2nd place overall
Football Middle School Night
The 8th grade team
Football Middle School Night
Running out with Wagner and Metzger
7th A Volleyball
Coach Tamez leading the team to a victory over Metzger
Cross Country
Kirby Falcons turning in strong performances in Cross Country
September Superintendent Shining Star
Congratulations to Charlotte Mata
September 15 - October 15
Cell Phone/Personal Electronics Policy for
Dress Code for 25-26
Please read through the JISD Student Code of Conduct for more detailed descriptions.
Tardy Policy for 25-26
Tardies will start counting August 25th . The tardies do not reset for the entire 9 weeks. Below you will find the tardy policy.
TARDY POLICY: this is PER class
- 1st tardy- verbal warning
- 2nd tardy- student conference
- 3rd tardy- parent call , teacher referral and Lunch detention
- 4th tardy- verbal warning
- 5th tardy- student conference
- 6th tardy- parent call, teacher referral and ISS
- Any additional tardies will result in a parent conference
Administrative Team Contacts
Principal: Nicole Rosas-Saunders - nrosassaund@judsonisd.org
Associate Principal (8th grade): Florinda Cardenas- fcardenas@judsonisd.org
7th grade Assistant Principal: Cesar Bazan-cbazan345@judsonisd.org
6th grade Assistant Principal: Derrick Stevens- dstevens@judsonisd.org
Counselor's Corner
Cherish Mitchell (A-K)- cmitchell@judsonisd.org
Angelica Trevino (L-Z)- atrevino@judsonisd.org
Rosalinda Rodriguez-Garza (Social Worker)- rrodriguez485@judsonisd.org
Stop-It: Anonymous Reporting App for Bullying
This is the new anonymous reporting app for bullying in Judson ISD. If your student is having issues, but doesn't want to speak to a teacher, counselor or admin, please have them report all the information in this anonymous reporting app. They can provide names, details, dates, and even pictures or videos.
Standard Response Protocol
Skyward Access Information
Follow us on Social Media
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Twitter: @KirbyFalcons
Instagram: @KirbyFalcons
JISD webpage: kirby.judsonisd.org