Jackrabbits Newsletter

Building on our Success Jan. 8th - 12th

Week #2 of Marking Period 3

Greetings Jackrabbits!

Last week, we welcomed our students and teachers back to help set our sights on the new school year. It brings great joy to see our scholars fill our halls and classes with the sheer excitement of learning. The Mighty Jackrabbits Robotics Team competed at Robocom X and represented us well. Kudos to our coordinator, Ms. Fresquez and our supportive parents for making this happen.

This month marks the recognition and appreciation of our district's board of trustees. The theme for 2024 is Locally Elected, Community Connected and we have the grand opportunity to thank our board members for the valuable role they play in our schools. A special Thank You to Mrs. Marivel Macias Trustee, Mr. Michael A. Najera President, and Ms. Cynthia Ann Najera Vice President, for overseeing our Eastlake feeder pattern campuses.

Help us recognize three amazing teachers amongst many, here on campus. Mrs. C. Lopez, 3rd grade teacher was selected as our Teacher of the Year 2023- 24 by her colleagues for the work and professionalism both in and outside of the classroom. We also want to recognize and thank both our Librarian, Mrs. Seelig and Ms. Armendariz, special education teacher as finalist.

Outstanding cafeteria balances have greatly increased and now totaling over 4 thousand dollars. Please contact Ms. Parra, our cafeteria cashier at (915) 938-2816 for an account balance. Some students have hundreds of dollars in fines. We do need your assistance in getting to a zero balance. Payments are always welcomed as we are sensitive to your family's budget. Thank you so much for your support!

Tardies were of concern this past week.

Scholars will be counted TARDY whey they enter the building after 7:45 AM. Tardies result in lunch detention. Together we can instill positive life skills of the importance of punctuality. Heading to school earlier will reduce stress for all.

Thank you for entrusting our team with serving your child(ren).

At your service,

Fernando L. Miranda

School Principal

Mission Statement

Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary School provides a fostering environment, empowering educational outcomes where all scholars and teachers find success no matter the circumstances.

Vision Statement

Believe in all students, Embrace the challenges, Accelerate their learning

Congratulations are in order to Mrs. Lopez, Teacher of the Year, 2023- 24!

Teacher of the Year, Ms. Cassy Lopez. Congratulations!

Thank a TeamSISD Board Member today! Appreciation & Recognition Month

What's happening this month?

Jan. 15th - Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. No School

Jan. 20th - Saturday Camp Blitz, LOC Camp Mandatory

Jan. 22nd - Author Visit Joe Hayes for 2nd - 5th Grades

Jan. 30th - 100 Days of School - Dance

Thank you for your continued support. Go Jackrabbits Go!

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Teacher of the Year (TOY) & Finalist 2023- 24

Kudos to Ms. Armendariz, Special Education Teacher & Librarian, Mrs. Seelig for their nomination by their colleagues as finalist! Proud that you represent our school extremely well.

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Mighty Jackrabbits Robotics Team

Our students worked extremely hard, practiced lots, and worked collaboratively as a team. Thanks to Ms. Fresquez & parents for all the support. Shout out to Coach Tellez for working with the team.

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Assistant Principal, Mrs. Rodriguez provides staff development.

Teachers learn more about Writable, a great resource that will assist our scholars and teacher with our writing craft.

School Counseling Resources

Counseling Newsletter Extravaganza

Counseling Newsletter Extravaganza - January - February 2024 by Salvador Chavez

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Dr.'s or parent, student absence notes should be uploaded to the following: attendancebennarbuth@sisd.net

We have received several calls regarding PK3/PK4 Compulsory Attendance. Below is some clarification:

Compulsory Attendance applies to ALL students upon enrollment regardless of age, please see snip of FEA(legal) below. This policy is tied to truancy therefore, if the student has 10 or more unexcused absences during a 6 month period, the parent is subject to a referral to truancy court.

We are entering the lowest months for good attendance due to upper respiratory infections and flu like symptoms. Please send healthy students to school daily.

Friendly Reminder: All students from Pre-Kinder through Fifth Grades are held accountable to state compulsory attendance rules. Although pre-k and kindergarten are not mandated by the state of Texas, once enrolled in school, parents are held accountable for their child's daily attendance. Both excused and unexcused absences are still seen as days out of school. All students are responsible to make up lost instructional times. Let us know if there are any questions or concerns. We are here to assist you!

In celebration of birthdays, Please remember to send cupcakes, fruit drinks, and snacks by 7:45 a.m. We will not except deliveries after the tardy bell at 7:45 a.m. Thank you for your understanding.

Perfect Attendance Incentives:

Students who are in attendance from Monday through Fridays will have the chance to wear free dress on the proceeding Monday. Please adhere to our acceptable student dress code when wearing free dress. Other incentives will be available throughout the school year. No torn or frayed jeans are allowed at any time.