Tejeda News
September 18, 2023
Dear Tejeda Timberwolves,
It was another great week in the Den as we welcomed our T-Wolf families for Greenback & Meet the Teacher night. I am extremely grateful for everyone who made time to visit our school. I also extend my thanks to our teachers who provided families with a QR code to link to information so parents could capture important information. Additionally, I wanted to send a huge thank you to our Dance and PALS students who helped welcome parents and assisted them with navigating the campus for this special event. A special thank you to Tejeda’s PTA who successfully organized an online Silent Auction that raised $7695.
Our school is kindly requesting your support for this year’s “Big Give” donation drive. Funds raised this year will help us reinforce our “Leading the P.A.C.K.” initiative that teaches our students to be Proactive, Accountable, Collaborative, and Kind. Funds raised will help us to purchase interior/exterior all weather floor mats, trash cans for the football field/courtyard, P.A.C.K. floor decals and hallway/stairwell banners. These improvements will help students to have pride in our school by demonstrating collaboration to maintain the appearance of the campus. We believe that these purchases will allow us to focus on our essential behavioral values that build strong T-Wolves who are Proactive, Accountable, Collaborative, and Kind. Please consider giving now through September 21st at 6:00 p.m. by clicking on this link: https://bit.ly/3r94dIu
We are excited to announce that our custodial team awards this week’s Silver Spoon to our 6th graders for doing the best job of demonstrating the P.A.C.K. mentality. Thank you to our 6th graders for being Leaders of the P.A.C.K.
Congratulations on a full program sweep for the Football & Volleyball wins against Nimitz this week. We are proud of all our 7th/8th grade athletes on A, B and Go Teams! We look forward to our games against White this coming week.
If you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact me at 210-356-5600 or reach out to any member of my leadership team. I have included my team’s email addresses and office phone numbers in the information below in this newsletter. Please look out for the next smore on September 23rd.
Thank you for your time and I appreciate you choosing NEISD and Tejeda Middle School for your student’s educational experience!
Respectfully,
Martha Reyes, Principal
Important Information:
Calling Volunteers for the Library Advisory Committee:
We are seeking interested parents to serve on the Library Advisory Committee. Please fill out and return the application to Ms. Ramirez by Friday September 22nd or leave at the main office. Attached is the link for the application. If you prefer to have a hard copy, please pick one up at the library.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1edwTKsHP5lQTcJNba1NU4DlzzeAnzF7lWZlDtZaK9vk/edit?usp=sharing
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage:
Tejeda Middle School is recognizing the contribution of Hispanics in many fields of everyday life in the United States and around the world by celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. Tejeda students will be able to participate in activities such as “Question of the Day”, a drawing contest, and view a Did You Know slide show that will be available in the library with a book display.
STAAR & TELPAS Online Testing Tutorials:
You can help your student have the opportunity to practice for the upcoming STAAR tests in the spring. All families have access to both STAAR (for all students) and TELPAS (for our second language learners) practice tests online through the TEA Website. The specific components that are available for practice are:
- 2023 STAAR Released and Practice Tests
- 2020 and 2023 TELPAS Released and Practice Tests
These tests are designed to prepare students for the online testing environment. Students will be exposed to the available tools and the various types of test questions. They also provide students with an opportunity to interact with the test interface, respond to questions, and locate and use available tools. These practice tests are released tests that have been administered in a previous year. To gain access to the online practice tests start by clicking Practice Tests Login. Then turn "On" Guest User and "On" Guest Session.
A Message From Our School Counselors:
This month is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. One of the most critical steps in preventing suicide in our youth, is to provide them a safe and open opportunity for conversations around these difficult topics. Although it might be hard to understand sometimes, it is important to know how you can start the conversation with someone who might be struggling with suicide ideation. The attached link from Charlie Health gives some examples of how you that might help you with these difficult conversations when needed.
A Message From Our Family Engagement Liasion:
We are happy to introduce Ruby Morris as the CTJ Cluster Family Engagement Liasion. Please take a look at the Family Engagement calendar for upcoming classes. They will offer a Family Matters video-discussion series that will feature interviews with leading experts sharing the heart and science of social-emotional development & family relationships. On September 26th at 6:30 p.m. they will present: Sleep Struggles and Strategies for ADHD with Dr. Lindsay Asawa via ZOOM. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Morris at 210-356-0570.
A Message From Our Special Education Family Engagement Specialist:
We are happy to introduce Kristen Allen as the Family Engagement Specialist for Special Education. She is available to support families that have a student who receives Special Education support or services and are in need of resources, trainings, etc. To learn more about the services offered, please view the NEISD Special Education Transition Department Website at: https://bit.ly/neisdspedfe
Interested in Special Events at our Library?
Please review the flyer below for information about special events offered in our school library. If you have any questions, please contact Librarian, Ms. Denise Ramirez at dramir5@neisd.net
Interested in Athletic Game Tickets?
Games are upon us for the start of the Football and Volleyball Season. North East ISD offers an online ticket purchasing for all NEISD varsity and non-varsity games. Tickets will be available to purchase starting at 12:00 PM on Sunday each week prior to the events. Get your tickets through ticket spicket prior to the game so you don’t have to struggle with server connections. Use this link to access the Tejeda Athletics Page and then download the APP Ticket Spicket through the Apple Store or Google Play Store. You can also access athletic information at the following link: https://www.neisd.net/tejeda/athletics or directly through the Ticket Spicket link at: https://events.ticketspicket.com/home
Gentle & Helpful Reminders
HB 114 Information:
We are kindly requesting you speak to your T-Wolf about House Bill 114 since it officially became law on September 1, 2023. This law establishes that any student with a vape-pen, e-cigarette, cartridges or oils in their possession be sent to a disciplinary alternative education program such as the North East Alternative Center or DAEP In School Suspension. NEISD does not have any discretion in applying consequences for violations of HB114. If you have any questions, please contact any administrator.
Skyward Reminder:
Please take time to review your phone number, email addresses and emergency contact information in Skyward. This information is often used for contacting your family via phone and email. We are grateful for the most up to date information. If you have a friend or neighbor who does not receive this smore information, please encourage them to call us at 210-356-5600 to ensure their email information is up to date or they can review the information in the Skyward portal.
Get Connected With Tejeda’s Social Media & Give Us A “Like” & “Follow” On Facebook!
In addition to our weekly smore, we will post updates via our campus Facebook and Twitter accounts. District updates will also be available via email notifications, NEISD Critical Updates, and NEISD Social Media.
To find Tejeda on Facebook from a Desktop or Search Engine:
https://www.facebook.com/TejedaNEISD/
To find Tejeda on Facebook via the mobile app:
Search: Tejeda Middle School – North East ISD
To find Tejeda on Twitter:
Search: @TejedatW
Upcoming Events:
Monday 9/11 7:55 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. NJHS Mtg in Library
Monday 9/11 3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Coin Club Mtg in B107
Monday 9/11 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. CyberPatriot Mtg in B137
Tuesday, 9/12 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Art Club Mtg in A213
Tuesday, 9/12 3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Math Counts Mtg in A213
Wednesday, 9/13 1:25 p.m. Early Release Day
Wednesday 9/13 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Football 7G @ Nimitz/8G @ Tejeda
Thursday, 9/14 1:25 p.m. Early Release Day
Thursday 9/14 7:15 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. FCA Mtg in Girls Gym
Thursday 9/14 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Volleyball 7G @ Nimitz/8G @ Tejeda
Thursday 9/14 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. 5th Gr Strings Parent Mtg in Cafeteria
Monday 9/18 3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Embroidery Mtg in B135
Monday 9/18 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Forensics Mtg in B131
Monday 9/18 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. CyberPatriot Mtg in B137
Monday 9/18 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Spirit Night Dance Auditions Mtg in Dance
Tuesday 9/19 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Math Counts Mtg in A213
Tuesday 9/19 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Comic Anime Club Mtg in A212
Tuesday 9/19 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Kindness Club Mtg in A120
Wednesday 9/20 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Football 7G @ Tejeda/8G @ White
Thursday 9/21 7:15 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. FCA Mtg in Girls Gym
Thursday 9/21 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Young Historians in Library
Thursday 9/21 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Volleyball 7G @ Tejeda/8G @ White
Messages from Tejeda PTA
OUR PACK ROCKS! Thank you to everyone who came out for Meet the Teacher/Greenback Night on September 12th! Thanks to your generosity, we raised approximately $7,340 on the silent auction alone.
We would also like to thank our “Alpha Leader” sponsors for their amazing donations to our PACK. Please check them out and thank them for supporting our PTA.
Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers
Jack Averitt Brokerage Co, Inc
8th GRADE T-SHIRTS - DEADLINE EXTENDED:
LAST CALL for all 8th graders…Don’t forget to purchase your Class of 2028 8th Grade T-Shirt to wear on Wednesdays!! The shirt color will be gray. Shirts are PRE ORDER only for $15. Send in the order form to the front office or order online by Friday, September 22st. Shirts will be delivered in October. Funds raised from the sale of these shirts covers the cost of the end-of-the year 8th grade party.
STUDENT VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARDS:
Did your student complete some volunteer hours this summer or during the beginning of this school year? All students who have logged at least 20 service hours during April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024, will be recognized in the Spring for their service. All hours must be logged by March 31, 2024. Click here for instructions on entering service hours.
REFLECTIONS ART PROGRAM:
The Reflections Art Program is open to all Texas students who have at least one PTA member in their household. This year’s theme is “I’m Hopeful Because…” Entries are due by OCT. 27th. Check out the links below:
Student Program Rules Packet
Student Entry Form
Completed works should be turned into a box in the library. For questions, please contact Laura York at reflections@tejedapta.com
LIFE MEMBER NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN:
We are currently accepting nominations for Life Members. Want to see who’s on the list, click here. Please consider nominating someone who goes above and beyond for our students, community, and school. We are accepting nominations via Google Form. Nominations are due by 10/27. We will recognize our Life Members at the December Membership meeting and again in February at the NECPTA Founders’ Day event.
Want more information? Check out the NECPTA Life Member Awards Information Page
TEJEDA PTA BOARD POSITIONS OPEN:
Help Lead the Pack! Tejeda PTA is looking to fill vacant roles on the Tejeda PTA Executive Board for this school year. Current open positions: Courtesy and 8th Grade Activities Chair. If you are interested in serving on the 2023-24 Executive Board or have further questions about position responsibilities, please contact PTA president Kerry Jonietz at president@tejedapta.com
TEJEDA PTA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
- We need volunteers to help the librarian with the Scholastic Book Fair September 28th to October 6th Book Fair Signup
- Tejeda PTA Workroom Volunteers, Workroom Volunteers Signup If you need workroom training, you can also schedule training by emailing Lynne Berry at workroom@tejedapta.com.
To stay connected with Tejeda PTA this year visit our website at www.tejedapta.com and follow us on Facebook at Frank Tejeda Middle School PTA.
Contact us
Tejeda Contact Information:
Melinda DeLeon - Counselor for 8th Gr L-Z & 6th Gr
210-356-5623 – mdeleo3@neisd.net
Michele White – Counselor for 8th Gr last name A-K & 7th Gr
210-356-5659 mwhite1@neisd.net
Dr. Karen Martinez - Mental Wellness Counselor
210-356-5643 kmarti11@neisd.net
Kiera Craft - Special Education Coordinator
210-356-5624 kcraft@neisd.net
Dee Dee Luther - Academic Dean
210-356-5640 dluthe@neisd.net
Michael Gonzalez - Asst Principal for last name A-K
210-356-5609 mgonza1@neisd.net
Ashley Hafemeister - Asst Principal for last name L-Z
210-356-5663 ahafem@neisd.net
Email: mreyes37@neisd.net
Website: https://www.neisd.net/tejeda
Location: Frank Tejeda Middle School, Evans Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-356-5600
Facebook: facebook.com/tejedaneisd
Twitter: @NEISD_Reyes
Johnson HS Cluster Announcement:
Jaguar Pride Association will have an ONLINE STORE open from Sunday September 17th - Friday September 22nd. We have some new items (bucket hats, jag head temporary tattoos, PJ pants, long sleeve shirts, fleece jackets, tanks etc). Are you looking to snag some Jag Gear at a great price? Check out our $5 sale and other sale items! These sale prices are only available online. You can pick up your online order on Saturday Sept 23rd at the Johnson Varsity football game at Heroes or Monday September 25th in front of the Johnson gym from 4:30-6:30pm. If those pick-up times do not work then contact Bianca Maples 210.326.1303 to schedule an alternate pick up. SHOP NOW at Jag Gear – Jaguar Pride Association
Johnson High School Theatre Department is thrilled to announce an exciting 2023-2024 season! Whether you are a seasoned theatergoer or new to the magic of live performance, this season is guaranteed to have something for everyone. You won’t want to miss a single show!
New this year, Johnson Theatre lovers can take advantage of the opportunity to purchase various season pass packages. Season pass holders will enjoy special savings on ticket prices, pre-sale seat selection, and exclusive perks. Be sure to check out the student VIP pass, perfect for middle school theatre and choir students who may get extra credit for attending Johnson Theatre productions.
Be sure to get your seats for the first production of the Johnson Theatre season: Big Love by Charles Mee. Fleeing to escape forced marriages, fifty brides examine the multifaceted nature of love, while confronting issues of control, freedom, and courage. Both comical and thought provoking, Big Love is a modern adaptation of an ancient Greek tragedy that ignites the eternal battle between individuality and societal expectation. Performances take place September 21-23 at 7pm and September 24 at 2pm. Please note this performance is PG-13. For season pass and ticket information, please visit the Johnson High School Theatre website: www.johnsontheatre.com
