E. Ray Family Newsletter
August 17th-August 21st
Dear E. Ray Families,
We had a great first full week of school at E. Ray! Our Bulldogs are settling in, learning our expectations, and really getting into their daily routines. As we continue building strong routines, please help us by ensuring your child arrives at school on time and ready to learn each day. Our school day begins at 7:30 AM, and every minute of instruction matters.
Attendance Matters
Our campus attendance goal this year is 97%. Being at school every day and arriving on time gives students the best opportunity to learn and be successful. When your child is absent, please remember to send a note or appropriate documentation to the school when they return.
Students who arrive after 7:30 AM must be accompanied into the building by an adult and signed in through the front office. Please do not drop students off at the door after 7:30 AM. Thank you for helping us make sure all students are safely accounted for each morning.
Bulldog BEST
At E. Ray, we expect our students to show their Bulldog BEST each day by being Responsible, Respectful, Kind, and Safe. These values guide how we treat one another, make choices, and take care of our school. We encourage you to talk with your child about what it means to demonstrate their Bulldog BEST at school, at home, and in our community.
Visitor Reminder
As a reminder, we serve young students on our campus and ask all adults entering the building to adhere to appropriate dress guidelines. Visitors whose attire is not appropriate for an elementary school setting will not be permitted to enter the building. Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain an appropriate environment for our students. We are excited about the great start our Bulldogs have made and look forward to another successful week. Thank you for partnering with us as we continue to help every student learn, grow, and succeed.
Mrs. Young
Principal, E. Ray Elementary
Daily Schedule
6:50 AM- Doors open
6:50-7:25 AM- Breakfast is served
7:25 AM- Students head to class
7:28 AM- The tardy bell rings
7:30 AM- Instruction begins for the day. Students are in their seats, ready to learn. If you bring your child after 7:30, you will need to come into the school with your ID to sign them in.
3:00 PM- Dismissal
This Week's Events
Monday-
Tuesday-
Wednesday-
Thursday- Wear Green today in honor of Ms. Davis. In addition we will have a balloon release at 6:30PM at E. Ray. More information to come.
Friday-National College Day (Wear a College Shirt)
Upcoming Events
August 27th-Wear Green in honor of Ms. Davis
August 28th-National College Day
September 7th-Labor Day/No School
September 8th-Our Cafeteria is open to guests during all lunches (You must bring your ID)
September 14th-Luncheon celebrating Grandparents/Grandfriends (During all lunches)
September 14th-September 18th-Book Fair
September 17th-Open House and Book Fair (5:30PM-7:00PM)
September 25th-Parent Teacher Conference Day
October 2nd-Fall Picture Day
October 8th-Professional Development/Student Holiday (No School for Students)
October 9th-Student/Staff Holiday (No School)
October 12th-Student/Staff Holiday (No School)
October 22nd-Hispanic Heritage Program (5:00PM-6:00PM)
October 29th-Everman Homecoming Game
October 30th-Donuts with Dudes (9:00AM-10:00AM)
Important Reminders
Backpacks:Only clear backpacks are allowed on campus.
Cell phone policy:In compliance with the new law, cell phones must be powered off and kept inside backpacks during the school day. Students are not permitted to use or display phones at school.
ID:Your child/children’s safety is our #1 priority. Please be sure to bring a valid photo ID every time you enter the building.
Contact Information
Alexis Young-Principal (ayoung@eisd.org)
Michael Nunez-Assistant Principal (mnunez2@eisd.org)