The Weekly Update Aledo HS

Dear Bearcat Parents:

As we communicated on August 11, Aledo ISD is transitioning to Skyward beginning this school year. As our district has continued to grow, we have outgrown the capabilities of our previous student information system, Ascender. Skyward is a trusted and widely used student information system utilized by school districts across Texas and the nation.

Skyward Family Access replaces the Ascender Parent Portal, providing parents and guardians with a convenient, secure way to stay connected to their child's attendance, schedules, grades, and more—all in one place. Please note that all student absence requests must also be submitted through Skyward Family Access beginning this school year.

1. You should have received an email from no-reply@aledoisd.org on August 11th or 12th with the subject line "Family Access Account Information." This email will include your Skyward Family Access username and a link to create your password.

2. Set your password by clicking the link in the email.

3. Download the Skyward Mobile App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store using the links below.

• Skyward for Android

• Skyward for iPhone

• You can also access from a PC using this link - https://bit.ly/AledoSkyward

4. Create a 4-digit PIN if prompted. You may choose any 4-digit PIN you would like to use for quick access to the Skyward mobile app.

5. When prompted to locate your organization, search for Aledo and select Aledo ISD from the search results.

6. Enter an account description when prompted. This can be anything you'd like (for example, "Aledo ISD" or "Family Access") and is simply used to help identify your account within the app.

7. Sign in to the app using your Skyward Family Access username (which is included in the email mentioned above) and the password you created.

8. Click the green "Continue in App" button if prompted.

9. You're all set! Once school begins, you'll be able to use Skyward Family Access to view your student's attendance, schedules, grades, assignments, and other important information throughout the school year.

Reporting Student Absences

Beginning this school year, parents and guardians will also use Skyward Family Access to submit student absence requests.

To submit an absence request:

1. Open your Skyward Family Access by using one of the methods mentioned above.

2. Select the student for whom you are requesting the absence.

3. Tap the Attendance icon.

4. Select the Absence Requests tab.

5. Tap the green + Add Absence Request button.

6. Enter the date(s) of the absence and provide the requested details.

7. If applicable, attach supporting documentation, such as a doctor's note.

8. Tap Save at the top of the screen to submit your request.

After you submit your request, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a link to the district's Attendance Matters website, where you can learn more about attendance procedures and documentation requirements.

If your student's healthcare provider determines that it is medically infeasible for your student to attend school for multiple consecutive days, please ask the provider to complete the Serious/Life-Threatening Medical Condition form and return it to your campus attendance clerk.

Need Help?

If you experience any issues accessing Skyward Family Access, submitting an absence request, or have questions about your account, please contact our campus Attendance/PEIMS clerk.

We appreciate your patience and partnership as we make this transition. We are confident that Skyward Family Access will provide an improved experience for families and make it easier than ever to stay informed and engaged in your child's education.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a wonderful school year!

We’re making it easier to stay connected in Aledo ISD!

Aledo ISD is now transitioning to ParentSquare for all communication between school and home. Families can receive updates, find important links, view the district calendar and more—on your phone, computer or through the free app.

Just as with Remind previously, all students and parents/guardians will be loaded into ParentSquare and rostered into their classes. We are releasing rostered classes this week and next as schedules and teacher assignments are released; if your child's schedule changes, your access will change the next day to reflect an updated schedule.

Sign in using the email you provided during student registration: https://www.parentsquare.com/signin

Download the app: https://www.parentsquare.com/resources/app-download/

Clubs and Organizations Parent Consent Form
In accordance with Senate Bill 12 passed by the 89th Texas Legislature, school districts are required to obtain written parental consent before allowing a student to participate in a school-sponsored club or organization.

Please review the list of clubs and organizations at your child's school and indicate your consent below. A separate form will need to be completed for each student.

https://forms.gle/6NUiCVHfbhmizjxQA

Student drop-off and pick up is located in our front drive off of Bailey Ranch Road. Please do not drop off/pick up students in the faculty parking lot, bus lane/horseshoe drive, or at the gym entrance. For student safety and traffic flow reasons, we ask that all parents use the front drop-off lane (Orange Arrows).

9th Grade bus riders will enter the building through the cafeteria entrance located next to the bus horseshoe drive on the west side of the building.

10th-12th Grade bus riders will enter Door 25 which are the doors you will enter when transitioning from AHS to Daniel.

Dismissal

Click the image for a brief video over pick up and drop off procedures.

Aledo High School students who wish to drive to school and park in one of the high school student lots will be required to purchase a parking permit for the 202-2027 school year. General parking sales are now open through MySchoolBucks and will remain open throughout the school year. The map displays general parking areas in green. We will have additional general parking for all students to access the Field House and Steve Wood Complex.

AHS parking permits are $50 for full-year parking and $25 for students just needing parking for the second semester. Students who purchase a senior reserved parking spot DO NOT need to purchase a parking permit separately; the cost of the permit is included with the senior reserved parking spot. Parking fees will be utilized to support safety and security-related items at AHS and AISD.

Permits will be available for pick up in cafeteria during lunches the first week of school.

If you need financial assistance with parking fees, please reach out to your school counselor.

At Aledo High School, the safety and security of our students, staff, and families is always a top priority. One way we strengthen campus safety is by requiring all students to wear their school-issued ID badge whenever they are on school property during the school day.

Students received their ID badges during Bearcats Are Back. If your student did not receive their ID, they can pick it up in the cafeteria during their assigned lunch.

Please help us reinforce this important safety expectation by reminding your Bearcat to wear their ID badge around their neck and keep it visible at all times while on campus.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and secure campus for all of our Bearcats!

At Aledo High School, our dress standards are designed to support a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment for all students, staff, and campus visitors. We ask families to review these expectations with their students before the start of the school year.

Students Must Wear

• Clothing that fully covers private body parts at all times.
  • Undergarments must be worn, along with a shirt and pants, dress, skirt, or equivalent clothing.
  • Shorts, including athletic shorts, must extend beyond the buttocks and pelvic region at all times.
• Shoes at all times.
• Clothing appropriate for all scheduled activities, including physical education, science labs, CTE courses, and other classes or activities where unique safety hazards may exist.

Students May Wear

• Religious headwear.
• Hooded sweatshirts; however, hoods may not be worn while inside the building.
• Fitted pants, including leggings, joggers, and skinny jeans.
• Sweatpants, shorts, skirts, dresses, and pants.
• Ripped jeans, as long as undergarments and the buttocks are not exposed.
• Tank tops, excluding spaghetti-strap tops.
• Athletic attire.
• Any other clothing that does not violate the guidelines listed in the “Students May Not Wear” section.

Students May Not Wear

• Strapless, backless, halter, bare-midriff, or spaghetti-strap shirts, blouses, or dresses.
• Clothing that exposes undergarments.
• Pajamas or house shoes/slippers.
• Hats, hoods, caps, visors, or similar hat-like apparel unless approved by administration.
• Costume apparel or accessories.
• Clothing displaying violent language or images.
• Clothing displaying or promoting drugs, alcohol, illegal items or activities, hate speech, profanity, or pornography.
• Clothing with images or language that creates a hostile or intimidating environment based on a protected class or consistently marginalized group.
• Accessories that could be considered dangerous or could be used as a weapon.
• Any item that obscures the face, except when worn for religious observance.

Our Shared Responsibility

Our dress standards help ensure that Aledo High School remains a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for everyone. We appreciate our students and families partnering with us to follow these expectations each day.

For complete details, please review the AHS Student Handbook Supplement, page 8, which provides the full dress code policy.

Yearbooks for 2026-2027 are on sale now for $85. Order at YearbookForever.com.

The price increases throughout the school year, so order early and save!

Glamourcraft will be at Aledo High School/Daniel Ninth Grade Campus to take yearbook photographs on Wednesday, August 26. Glamourcraft will email parents/guardians a link with an option to purchase the pictures. Makeup picture day is Wednesday, October 7.

AHS will be hosting virtual sessions for volunteers to complete their Annual Volunteer 101 training. Sessions will be at 11:00 am Please register here for one of the remote sessions.

Wednesday, August 12th at 11 am

Wednesday, September 2nd at 7:30 am & 4:30 pm

Wednesday, September 16th at 7:30 am & 4:30 pm

Dear Aledo High School Students and Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! The Aledo High School Counseling Department is excited to welcome everyone back and help you get off to a great start.

Our Beginning-of-Year Counseling Newsletter includes important information from the counseling department, as well as everything you need to know about Bearcats Are Back, including schedule pickup, important dates, and other back-to-school details.

You can access the newsletter here:

https://app.smore.com/n/73dvaw

We encourage you to review the newsletter before school begins and refer back to it as needed throughout the start of the year.

We look forward to seeing everyone soon and wish you a fantastic school year!

Aledo High School Counseling Department

Your final year is here, Class of 2027! This is your time to celebrate how far you've come while staying focused on the finish line. Make the most of every opportunity your senior year has to offer.

Be sure to check the Strictly Seniors website regularly for important updates on graduation requirements, college applications, senior events, scholarships, and other key deadlines.

Stay All In Aledo by finishing strong, creating lasting memories, and taking advantage of every Exceptional Experience that awaits you this year. Let's make your senior year one to remember!

BEARCATS TENNIS — PRESEASON UPDATE

The Aledo Varsity Bearcats have put together an impressive preseason stretch as they prepare for district play!

The Bearcats competed in four matches in Abilene before earning a big win at Grapevine:

• Aug. 6 vs. Wall: Aledo won 14-5
• Aug. 7 vs. Canyon: Aledo fell 4-15 in a highly competitive match, with six points decided by 3rd-set tiebreaks
• Aug. 7 vs. Hereford: Aledo won 14-5, with five points decided by 3rd-set tiebreaks
• Aug. 8 vs. West Plains: Aledo fell 9-10 in a battle that included five 3rd-set tiebreaks
• Aug. 10 vs. Grapevine: Aledo earned a convincing 12-7 victory

The Bearcats have shown tremendous fight, resilience, and competitiveness throughout the preseason and are building great momentum heading into district play.

Next Up: DISTRICT PLAY!

Tuesday, Aug. 18 — vs. Martin

ANOTHER GREAT DAY FOR ALEDO XC!

The Ladycats & Bearcats dominated the Kennedale Invitational, bringing home 3 team championships, 1 runner-up finish, and 4 individual champions!

Varsity Girls – 1st
Varsity Boys – 1st
JV Girls – 1st
JV Boys – 2nd

Individual Champions:
Holland Gladchuk – Varsity Girls
Tyler Connelly – Varsity Boys
Gianna Kenneally – JV Girls
Andrew Walsh – JV Boys

The Varsity Girls placed 5 runners in the top 7, the Varsity Boys had all 7 runners in the top 9, and the JV Girls swept the top 3 spots!

Next up: James Smith Invitational in Midlothian – Aug. 27.

GO LADYCATS & BEARCATS!

TOURNAMENT CHAMPS!!! 🏆🏐 What a day for our Ladycats! They battled their way through the tournament and brought home the championship!

🏅 Highlights:

• Karsyn Evans recorded her 1,000th career kill!
• Avery Pipkins & Karsyn Evans named to the All-Tournament Team
• Kaelee Berkley named Tournament MVP

🏆 Championship Run:

• QF: Def. Abilene Wylie — 25-22, 25-11
• SF: Def. Keller Timber Creek — 25-16, 27-25
• Championship: Def. Mansfield Lake Ridge — 25-15, 21-25, 25-15

The Ladycats are back at home Tuesday vs. Mansfield HS!

GO LADYCATS!

Football season is officially underway!

Our Bearcats hit the field earlier this week, and we couldn’t be more excited to see the hard work, energy, and dedication already on display. The start of football season is always one of the best signs that a new school year is officially here!

And now, we can’t wait for the second week to begin! The work continues, the excitement is building, and our Bearcats are getting closer to being ready for Friday nights under the lights.

Let’s keep supporting our players, coaches, and the entire Bearcat football family as they put in the work to make this season a great one!

Aledo High School

1000 Bailey Ranch Road, Aledo TX 76008

817-441-8711

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990 Bailey Ranch Road, Aledo TX 76008

817-441-4504

www.aledoisd.org/ahs