26-27 THE NEST PARENT NEWSLETTER
🦅💙 Week 11 Principal's Message
Kirby STEM Academy | October 19–23, 2026
Happy Week 11, Falcon Families! 💙💛
As we continue into the second nine weeks, I want to thank our amazing Falcon families for your continued support and partnership! We are off to a great start, and I am excited about the opportunities ahead for our students.
Last week was filled with wonderful moments that brought our Falcon community together! From our Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration to our first school dance, it was incredible to see our students celebrating, connecting, and making lasting memories. A huge thank you to our staff, volunteers, and families who helped make these events possible!
As we move forward, our focus remains on academic success, positive behavior, attendance, and accountability. We recently held our Grade-Level Success Assemblies to review campus expectations and encourage students to make the most of the new grading period.
⏰ Beginning Monday, October 19, we will implement our new Falcon On-Time Accountability Plan. Being on time to class is essential to student success, and we need your help reinforcing the importance of punctuality. Please talk with your child about getting to class on time, following hallway expectations, and making responsible choices throughout the school day. Together, we can protect valuable instructional time and help our students develop positive habits!
📚 Academics Matter! Please continue checking your child's grades regularly through the Parent Portal. The second nine weeks is an opportunity for every student to start strong, set goals, and work toward academic improvement. Encourage your child to complete assignments, attend tutoring when needed, and ask for help.
🎃 Exciting Events Are Coming! We are looking forward to Red Ribbon Week, October 26–30, and our upcoming Trick or Treat Lane on Tuesday, October 27, from 5:30–6:30 PM! We hope to see our Falcon families participating in these fun opportunities to celebrate school spirit and community.
🤝 We Want Your Voice! Our first Site-Based Decision-Making (SBDM) Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, from 4:00–5:00 PM. We encourage parents and guardians interested in helping shape the future of Kirby STEM Academy to complete the interest form included in this newsletter.
As always, thank you for trusting us with your children and for being an important part of our Falcon Family. Your involvement, encouragement, and support make a tremendous difference in the success of our students.
Let's make Week 11 another great week of learning, growth, and Falcon pride!
Every Student. Every Day. Every Opportunity to SOAR! 💙💛🦅
With Falcon Pride,
Mrs. Amber Gonzales
Principal, Kirby STEM Academy
