McCall Matters

McCall Families,

I cannot believe we are in the last week of school! As I reflect on this incredible school year, I am so thankful to be a part of McCall Elementary. Every single day, the students bring so much joy to my life, and I truly would not want to be anywhere else.

Watching our students learn, grow, and achieve so much this year has been absolutely amazing. Their hard work, determination, and growth have been inspiring, and they should all be incredibly proud of themselves. It has been such a privilege to be part of their journey, and I will always treasure the memories we’ve made together this year!

Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is open!

Aledo ISD registration is completed online through the Ascender Parent Portal, be sure to register as soon as possible!

Early registration is critical, as it directly impacts staffing decisions, class sizes, and the level of support we are able to provide for our students. The sooner families register, the better we can plan to ensure balanced classrooms and a strong start to the school year.

Please don’t wait, grade levels can fill quickly, and delays in registration have significant implications.

Here is a link to all registration FAQs https://www.aledoisd.org/parents-students/new-and-returning-student-registration/registration-frequently-asked-questions

If you know your student will not be returning for the 2026-2027 school year, please let us know by filling out this form.

Thank you for helping us plan effectively and start the 26-27 year strong. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

Please make sure you have picked up any medicine in the nurses office by May 21st.

Sincerely,

Amy Sadler

The McCall staff always enjoy a bit of friendly competition!

Congratulations Mrs. Utley for having 100% of your students registered for the 2026-2027 school year! Mrs. Hetherington and Ms. Sosa have 100% of their class registered for the 2026-2027 school year.

I wanted to let you know about an exciting challenge happening among our classroom teachers as we work toward registration for the 2026–2027 school year, we’re adding a little fun to the process!

Please contact Mitra Gabaldon at 817-441-4500 or email mgabaldon@aledoisd.org if you have questions or need assistance.

Thank you for supporting your child's teacher in this competition!

One of the ways that YOU can help us recognize our AMAZING staff is by nominating them for Circle of Greatness!

In Aledo ISD, parents, students, community members, fellow staff members - ANYONE - can nominate ANY staff member to be recognized in this way!

Take the time today to nominate someone who you've seen going above and beyond and being All in Aledo for Circle of Greatness! www.aledoisd.org/circleofgreatness or go straight to the form to nominate!

YEARBOOK ONLINE SALES ARE NOW CLOSED

Missed ordering online? Don’t panic just yet! A limited number of extra yearbooks will be available for IN-PERSON purchase on:

During school hours

McCall Elementary Front Office

Cost: $36 per book

Students may purchase in the office

Parents may also purchase during school hours

IMPORTANT:

• There will NOT be a reservation list

• There will NOT be a sign-up sheet

• Books are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED until sold out

We increased our order this year, but once all copies are gone… they are gone!!

Due to weather our EOY parties were moved inside, the times will be the same but inside activities.

Attendance Matters!

At McCall, we know that being at school every day—and being on time—sets students up for success. Consistent attendance helps children build strong routines, stay connected with their classmates, and make the most of every learning opportunity. We appreciate your partnership in helping your child start each day ready to learn.

As a fun incentive, all students who are present every day and on time will have their names entered into a drawing for the chance to ride scooters through the halls of McCall! We can’t wait to celebrate our students who show up and give their best each day. Thank you for helping us make attendance a priority!

2026-2027 PRE-PACKAGED SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Order pre-packaged school supplies for grades Pre-K through 8th now through June 14th. Please note that orders placed after May 19th will have a price increase. So, order them today!

Early Childhood Academy and all Elementary Schools: School supply packs for grades Pre-K - 5th will be delivered to your child’s campus at no additional cost. Aledo PTO volunteers will deliver those packs to the appropriate classroom prior to the start of school, so your child’s school supplies will be waiting for him in his classroom.

Pre-K/PPCD: $65

Kindergarten: $65

1st Grade: $65

2nd Grade: $65

3rd Grade: $65

4th Grade: $65

5th Grade: $65

These prices reflect orders placed between now and May 19th. Late orders, with a price increase, can be placed between May 20th and June 14th.

Aledo MS and McAnally MS: School supply packs for grades 6, 7, and 8 will be delivered to your home in August. *Shipping charges will be applied to your cart automatically. Please note there will NOT be an option to have these packs delivered to your child’s campus. Please do not use a P.O. Box or the school's address as your shipping address.

6th Grade: $70+shipping*

7th Grade: $70+shipping*

8th Grade: $70+shipping*

These prices reflect orders placed between now and May 19th. Late orders, with a price increase, can be placed between May 20th and June 14th.

Dear Families,

Due to space and time limitations, we will only be able to invite the parent or guardian of students receiving the Bearcat of Character Award to attend the upcoming Family Meetings.

Although we wish we could include everyone, we are so happy to recognize that many of our students are doing amazing things on our campus. Students are being recognized for demonstrating our LEAD expectations, reading in the library, and showing excellence in specials. We are going to begin adding photos from our Family Meetings to our newsletter after the monthly meetings. We are proud of the positive choices and hard work our Bearcats continue to show each day.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Attention Dads!

Interested in being a Watch DOG this year? Click on the graphic below. We’d love to have you! 😊

May 18th-19th - Extra Year book sales on campus

May 20th - Kindergarten Graduation 9:00-11:00

May 21st- Last day of School/ Half Day - EARLY RELEASE 11:40

May 21st- Class Party Day ( information coming soon)

May 21st- 5th Grade clap out 8:30

Bearcat Care Clinic

Don't forget that Aledo ISD and the Parker County Hospital District have partnered for Bearcat Care Clinics, giving families and staff the ability to receive telemedicine medical care onsite at each campus.

Using telemedicine and a Medpod Medical Cart in the nurse’s office at each Aledo ISD campus, students and staff will have access to visit with Steven Welch, DO, the chief medical officer for the Parker County Hospital District and local health authority for Parker County.

Aledo ISD school nurses can, if recommended by Welch, administer flu, strep or rapid COVID-19 tests and then Welch can prescribe medication, if necessary. School nurses will be present with students and parents can attend the appointment in person or remotely.

Aledo ISD staff will pay a $30 visit fee at the time of service, and commercial insurance will be billed for services provided when possible.

Students with private health insurance or those who are covered under Medicaid will provide that information during enrollment and co-pay will vary and be discussed prior to the visit. Students who do not have health insurance will be provided options. You may pre-register your student for Bearcat Care here; remember, you must register every school year even if you have registered in the past.

Families of Aledo ISD students and also Aledo ISD staff members can also schedule appointments at the Remote Clinic at 712 East Anderson in Weatherford for COVID-19 testing. The phone number to schedule an appointment is 817-458-3335.

📣🎓 New in Aledo ISD!

Starting this school year, every first Wednesday of the month is College & Career Readiness Day!

Students and staff are invited to wear shirts representing their favorite college, career, or military path.

Let’s celebrate goals, inspire dreams, and build a future-ready culture—together!

#AlllInAledo #GrowingGreatness

One District. One Signup. One PTO.

Hey new and incoming Bearcats! Our 25-26 PTO Family and Staff memberships are now open!!! Head over to our website at aledopto.org and join today!!!

Click the photo above to join PTO!

A new Texas law bans the use of personal communication devices, including cell phones, by students during school hours in Texas.

𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘈𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘰 𝘐𝘚𝘋, 𝘸𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘯𝘰 𝘥𝘰𝘶𝘣𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘭𝘢𝘸 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯. 𝘞𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦.

The simplest way to put it, in 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐨 𝐈𝐒𝐃 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐋 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐋, 𝐍𝐎 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐋! Aledo ISD students must have cell phones, smart watches, personal tablets, Bluetooth devices (including wireless headphones, earbuds and AirPods), gaming systems, personal laptops or any other personal electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication put away and out of sight bell to bell during the school day.

Please review the entire list of FAQs on our website as you prepare with your student for the upcoming school year! : aledoisd.org/devices

📧 Amy Sadler, Principal – asadler@aledoisd.org
📧 Ashley Davis, Assistant Principal – andavis@aledoisd.org
📧 Niki Heimke, Counselor – nheimke@aledoisd.org
📧 Jenna Perdue, Principal Secretary – jperdue@aledoisd.org

📧 Audra Ellerbusch, Instructional Specialist – aellerbusch@aledoisd.org

📧Mitra Gabaldon, Registrar/PEIMS Clerk – mgabaldon@aleedoisd.org

📧 Candace Addington, School Nurse – caddington@aledoisd.org