Greetings Jackrabbits!

This week we are in appreciation of our phenomenal school counselors Mrs. Castillo, Mr. Chavez, and Mrs. C Gonzalez, communities in school coordinator. Please help us recognize and show some love for the impact they play in student academic success and social emotional learning. Together they play other important roles such as helping in planning for scholars' futures.

Students in grades 3rd through 5th will be testing with 6 week checkpoints. I do ask that your child be in attendance more so this week due to much needed instructional time and assessments. Attendance continues to be our focus. Below you will see weekly attendance percentages. The goal for elementary campuses is 97% or higher. Our attendance committee with meet this Friday to discuss those on the cusp of losing credit for the year. Please reach out to our administrators if there are any questions.

On Friday, Feb. 9th we will be seeking Math Bee student representation from kindergarten through fifth grades. Good luck to those who will be competing in our annual event.

A salute to our campus' top fundraisers with the Kid's Heart Challenge campaign. See the information provided below with link to make a donation that can save a life. Families on campus continue to surpass our goal. Your donations go a long way.

Outstanding cafeteria balances have increase once again and now totaling $3,800 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!

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

PA – 95.1852 %

PP – 93.714%

KG – 95.0512 %

1st – 95.6848%

2nd – 95.4483%

3rd – 95.9322%

4th – 94.6032%

5th – 95.6589%

Join the Kids Heart Challenge at Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary School! Our goal is to rally all families to join our team, learn Hands-Only CPR, build awareness, and raise $2,000 for the American Heart Association.

Ready to kick off? Sign up, make a lifesaving donation, and start Finn’s Mission by downloading the free app for iPhone or Android, or registering online: http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=9733&pg=company&company_id=430306

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

Feb. 7th - World Read Aloud Day - Special Guest Readers on Campus.

Feb. 9th - Campus Math Bee

Feb. 10th Saturday Blitz - Accelerated Learning from 8 to 12 p.m. Wear NFL jersey or shirt.

Whataburger incentives for students and teacher.

Feb. 17th - Saturday Blitz - Accelerated Learning and LOC Camp 8 to 12 p.m.

Thank you for your continued support. Go Jackrabbits Go!

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.

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!

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.

For Doctor's Appointments:

Pick up your children before 1:00 PM.

For PK & Kinder:

Scholars should be picked no later than 2:00 PM.

For 1st-5th Grade:

Scholars should be picked up no later than 2:30 PM.

Email: fmiran01@sisd.net
Website: https://www.sisd.net/o/colbennarbuth
Location: 12901 Bob Hope Drive, Horizon City, TX, USA
Phone: (915) 938-2802
Twitter: @BNarbuth_ES

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