NOVEMBER 1, 2024 Parent Newsletter

Dear Parents,

We want to emphasize the importance of open communication between home and school, especially when it comes to your child’s progress and well-being. We encourage you to reach out to your child’s teachers first with any concerns you may have. Building strong relationships with educators is essential, as they can provide valuable insights and support tailored to your child’s needs.

If you have been working closely with the teacher and implementing strategies to address your concerns but find that the situation persists, please do not hesitate to contact our admin intern, Angela Sanchez, or our Counselors (Delma Johnson & Kimberly Hendricks). They are the second level of support and can provide assistance in all areas. They can also facilitate communication with our Assistant Principal, who is also available to address any ongoing issues. Our Assistant Principal, Austin Escobedo, can work with you to explore additional resources, provide guidance on effective strategies, and ensure that your child receives the support they need to thrive.

In the rare case that concerns continue to escalate beyond this point, the final level of support will involve the Principal. We genuinely value your partnership in this process, as it plays a crucial role in ensuring the best possible experience and outcomes for your child. Together, we can create a nurturing and effective learning environment for all our students. Thank you for your continued support!

This is the link to the Parent Handbook where you can find all about our school.

We warmly invite you to get involved and volunteer at Spring Creek! Your support plays a vital role in enriching our students' experiences and fostering a vibrant school community. Whether you can lend a hand in the classroom, assist with events, or share your unique skills, your contributions make a significant impact. Join us in creating memorable moments for our children and strengthening our school's bonds. We look forward to your participation!

Please read the volunteer guidelines determined by GISD:

https://garlandisd.net/connect/volunteer/volunteer-our-schools

Link to application: English

Link to application: Spanish

Once your background check is clear, please reach out to Ms. Bermea (our amazing office aide). These are some of the activities you can support our school with:

1. Classroom Assistance: Help teachers with lesson preparation, student supervision, and small group activities.

2. Library Support: Assist in organizing books, helping students find resources, and maintaining a conducive reading environment.

3. Tutoring and Mentoring: Provide one-on-one support to students who need extra help in specific subjects.

4. Gardening and Outdoor Projects: Help maintain school gardens and outdoor learning spaces.

5. Administrative Support: Assist with clerical tasks, such as copying, filing, or organizing materials.

6. Cultural Enrichment: Share your skills, hobbies, or cultural background through workshops or presentations.

7. Cafeteria Support: Help supervise students during lunch and assist with meal distribution.

8. Community Outreach: Help coordinate partnerships with local businesses and organizations to enhance school programs.

On the days that you volunteer, you can have lunch with your student (without using your 5 passes)!

Dear Families,

Help your child grow in their love for reading by treating them with something sweet! For every month your child reads 400 or more minutes, they can earn a free bundtlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Simply record the minutes your child reads on the reading tracker and turn it in each month to the Nothing Bundt Cakes store in Richardson. This reading program goes from September through April. Here is the link to the reading tracker for when you need a new one each month.

Happy Reading!

Raising kids in a digital age is very difficult, so in celebration of GISD's upcoming Cybersafety Week (September 23-27), we'd like to share some videos with tips that should make that process easier.

Kids and Tech: How Much is Too Much? (English)

Kids and Tech: How Much is Too Much (Spanish)

Kids and Tech: When to Get a Phone (English)

Kids and Tech: When to Get a Phone (Spanish)

You can use these Family Tech Planners to help you follow through on some of the tips from the videos:

Family Tech Planner - ages 2-8 (English)

Family Tech Planner - ages 2-8 (Spanish)

Family Tech Planner - ages 9-12 (English)

Family Tech Planner - ages 9-12 (Spanish)

We invite you to begin implementing these tips with your family. In addition, and as a way of support, all students in K-5 are learning about cybersafety and digital citizenship in the library for 2 weeks. Let's all join together to help our children stay safe and be respectful online!

As part of our school-wide positive behavior support system, we have made it a goal to recognize students who follow Spring Creek's Guidelines for Success. STING tickets are designed to acknowledge and reward students who excel in demonstrating these key behaviors. The Guidelines for Success are pictured to the right. When a student earns a STING ticket, they receive a positive phone call home from one of the administrators and are also entered into a raffle to win a trip to the STING Store! The idea behind this initiative is to implement something meaningful for both students and parents. Let's take a moment to recognize a few students who earned STING tickets this week!

GISD Go Red for Dyslexia Day!

Join us and others across the world on Friday, October 25 by wearing red to bring awareness to dyslexia. Be sure to take pictures of your staff Going Red for Dyslexia and post them on X. Mention us @gisd_dyslexia and @GISDSpecialEd.

Dyslexia Trunk or Treat

Join us on October 28th for a fun event for our students identified with dyslexia. The event will take place at Daugherty Elementary from 5:30 - 7 pm.

Email: A889@garlandisd.net
Website: https://garlandisd.net/about/departments/family-and-community-engagement-face
Phone: (972)487-4521
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Twitter: @gisdengagement