IDEA RUNDBERG COLLEGE PREP WEEKLY

Seniors showed up strong today at the Early Decision Workshop! We are so proud of you for taking the next steps toward your college dreams and future success.

Our RISE students for doing an amazing job volunteering at the food pantry as part of their community instruction! Their willingness to serve others demonstrates compassion, responsibility, and the importance of giving back to their community. We are proud to see our students putting their leadership skills into action and making a positive impact beyond our campus. Way to go, RISE Rattlers! Keep leading and making a difference!

A huge shout-out to our RISE students for taking the initiative to bring the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People to life through Leader in Me! By creating a video that highlights these important habits, our students demonstrated leadership, creativity, and a commitment to inspiring others. We are proud of them for putting these principles into action and serving as positive role models for our Rattler community. Keep leading, keep growing, and keep showing us what it means to be a Rattler leader!

A big thank-you to Mr. Canales 8th graders for taking the initiative to clean up our outdoor areas and help keep our campus grounds clean! Your actions show pride in our school and reflect what it means to be responsible leaders who care for their community. Way to go, Rattlers!

IDEA Rundberg College Prep Report Card Night is coming up!

Thursday, October 29, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Families are invited to join us on campus to connect with teachers, review student progress and grades, discuss updated goals, and learn about important upcoming dates.

We look forward to partnering with our Rattler families to celebrate student growth and support continued success!

Students in grades 3–12 with parent/guardian consent will complete the survey during the school day.

Please help your scholar attend school each day and arrive on time. Consistent attendance keeps students connected to learning and ensures participating students have the opportunity to share feedback about safety, belonging, relationships, and wellbeing. Every scholar’s presence matters, and student voice helps us build stronger school experiences.

If you know someone who may be interested in joining the IDEA Rundberg family, we invite you to refer your friends and family to us.
My name is Alice Arriaga-Pacheco, Sr. Student Enrollment Coordinator, and I would be happy to assist them with applying. Please feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions!
512-803-9614 or Front Office 512-822-4800

Rattlers, let’s work together to create a school community where everyone feels safe, respected, and included! Bullying prevention starts with each of us. A kind word, standing up for others, including someone who feels left out, or speaking up when we see bullying can make a meaningful difference.

This month and every month, let’s remember to:
💛 Be kind and respectful.
💙 Include others and celebrate our differences.
💛 Speak up when we see bullying.
💙 Support one another and ask a trusted adult for help when needed.

Together, we can make IDEA Rundberg a place where every Rattler feels valued and supported.

1. 26-27 School Year Academic Calendar/ Calendario Académico del Año Escolar 2026–2027
2. Upcoming Events & Highlights/ Próximos eventos y actividades destacadas
3. News & Update/ Noticias y actualizaciones
4. Communication/ Comunicación
5. Family Resources/ Recursos para las familias

Rattler Families, IDEA Rundberg College Prep Grades 9-12 School Pictures now available to view and order! Here’s how to access your student’s pictures:

View and Order Photos: https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
School Name: IDEA Rundberg College Preparatory
Event Code: FE411026

Please have your student’s PowerSchool Student ID available when ordering.
Thank you for being part of our Rattler family!

Our Rattlers are back in action, and we invite students, families, and staff to come out and support our athletes. Check out the upcoming game schedule and bring your Rattler spirit as we cheer on our teams! Let's show our athletes what it means to be IDEA Rundberg strong!

Si cree que su estudiante debe ser visto por el consejero escolar. Por favor, refiérelos usando este enlace. https://ideanational.purplesense.org/saf/s/?language=en_US

As we kick off a new school year, we want to remind our Rattler families that self-care is an important part of student success! A healthy routine can help students feel more focused, energized, and ready to learn each day.

We encourage students to:

• Get a full night of sleep each night to help their minds and bodies recharge.
• Limit caffeine and energy drinks, especially later in the day, as they can interfere with sleep and overall well-being.
• Stay hydrated and make healthy choices whenever possible.
• Take time to rest and recharge when feeling overwhelmed.
• Talk to a trusted adult when they are feeling stressed or need support.

Thank you, Rattler families, for your patience and flexibility as we continue to fine-tune our arrival and dismissal procedures. We are grateful for your support and are proud of the progress we’ve already made during our first week of school!

MORNING ARRIVAL

• Gates open for student drop-off at 7:15 AM.
• Students may begin entering the building at 7:20 AM.
• Families with only College Prep students, or families with students in both College Prep and Academy, please follow the yellow route on the map.
• Follow all staff directions and traffic arrows.
• Please remain in your vehicle during drop-off and use the designated student drop-off areas.
• Walker Gate: Opens at 6:45 AM and closes at 7:45 AM.

AFTERNOON DISMISSAL

• Dismissal procedure begins at 3:45 PM.
• Please follow the yellow College Prep route shown on the map.
• Have your student’s required car rider sign clearly visible when entering the pick-up line.
• Follow staff directions and remain in the designated traffic lanes.
• For safety, no pick-ups from the front office are allowed between 2:45 PM and 3:45 PM.

Please note that Construction will be happening all year and will impact both arrival and dismissal.

Uniforms are required. Students should arrive in the uniform polo assigned to their grade level and follow all IDEA uniform expectations.

• Non-IDEA hoodies and hats must be removed upon entering the building.
• Please make sure students arrive in the proper uniform each day.
• Families are encouraged to review the complete IDEA Uniform Dress Code.

We dress for success at IDEA! Uniforms help students focus on academics, minimize disruptions, promote safety, and create a socially safe, secure, and stable school environment. The appearance of ALL students reflects the high standards and culture of our school.

Cell Phone and Personal Communication Devices (PCD) must be turned off and placed in a backpack before entering the school building.
PCD include cell phones, flip phones, personal tablets, smartwatches, radios, pagers, and other personal electronic devices capable of communication.

A device is considered “in use” if it is in a student’s possession, powered on, and capable of sending or receiving communication, even if the student is not actively using it.

Take a moment to review the information below so you and your student are familiar with this year’s PCD expectations.

• Event Invites and RSVPs
• Coffee & Conversations
• Facebook Live Parent Meetings
• Newsletters
• Community Resources
• Rundberg or District level events and news

Stay up to date with important school announcements, reminders, events, and updates by joining our Remind App! You can join by texting the school code to 81010.

Join your grade-level Remind group:

Grades 6–8: @IDEArund
Grades 9–12: @IDEAru

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay Rattler Strong! 🐍

Si cree que su estudiante debe ser visto por el consejero escolar. Por favor, refiérelos usando este enlace. https://ideanational.purplesense.org/saf/s/?language=en_US

Website: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-schools/idea-rundberg/
Location: 9504 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78753, USA
Phone: (512) 822-4800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IDEASchoolsRundberg