The Weekly Update Aledo HS

This week marks our third week of school, which means we will be publishing Progress Reports next week!

Please take some time to have meaningful conversations with your students about developing healthy academic habits and making sure they are off to a strong start.

Students will also have time during FLEX this week to focus on tutorials, catch up on assignments, or follow up with their teachers if they need additional support. Encourage your student to take advantage of this time and be proactive about getting the help they need.

Here are a few questions you can use to check in with your high school student:

• Have them walk you through their daily schedule. Ask what each class is like and how they are managing their time.
• Which class concerns you the most right now? This can help identify where they may need additional support.
• Which class is taking up the most of your free time? Talk about whether their workload feels manageable and how they are balancing academics with other commitments.
• What is one thing you feel really good about so far this year? Celebrate the positives while identifying areas for growth.

These simple conversations can help students reflect on their progress, build healthy habits, take advantage of available support, and seek help early when needed.

What Is FLEX Time?

Each student received an email today with their individual FLEX schedule.

FLEX is a structured and purposeful part of the school day designed to provide students with flexibility based on their individual academic needs. During FLEX, students may be “tagged” by a teacher for a specific purpose, such as:

• Intervention or additional academic support
• Extension or enrichment activities
• Anchor-up work
• Tutorials or reassessment opportunities
• Other teacher-directed academic needs

If a student is not tagged by a teacher, they are still expected to use FLEX time productively. Students should find an appropriate location and use the time to work on schoolwork of their own choosing—studying, completing assignments, reading, preparing for upcoming assessments, or working ahead.

The goal of FLEX is to give students choice and flexibility while ensuring that the time is used purposefully. If you are not tagged, that does not mean you have nothing to do. It means you have the flexibility to decide how best to use that time to support your own learning.

That is what makes it FLEX time!

1. You should have received an email from no-reply@aledoisd.org on August 11th or 12th with the subject line "Family Access Account Information." This email will include your Skyward Family Access username and a link to create your password.

2. Set your password by clicking the link in the email.

3. Download the Skyward Mobile App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store using the links below.

• Skyward for Android

• Skyward for iPhone

• You can also access from a PC using this link - https://bit.ly/AledoSkyward

4. Create a 4-digit PIN if prompted. You may choose any 4-digit PIN you would like to use for quick access to the Skyward mobile app.

5. When prompted to locate your organization, search for Aledo and select Aledo ISD from the search results.

6. Enter an account description when prompted. This can be anything you'd like (for example, "Aledo ISD" or "Family Access") and is simply used to help identify your account within the app.

7. Sign in to the app using your Skyward Family Access username (which is included in the email mentioned above) and the password you created.

8. Click the green "Continue in App" button if prompted.

9. You're all set! Once school begins, you'll be able to use Skyward Family Access to view your student's attendance, schedules, grades, assignments, and other important information throughout the school year.

Reporting Student Absences

Beginning this school year, parents and guardians will also use Skyward Family Access to submit student absence requests.

To submit an absence request:

1. Open your Skyward Family Access by using one of the methods mentioned above.

2. Select the student for whom you are requesting the absence.

3. Tap the Attendance icon.

4. Select the Absence Requests tab.

5. Tap the green + Add Absence Request button.

6. Enter the date(s) of the absence and provide the requested details.

7. If applicable, attach supporting documentation, such as a doctor's note.

8. Tap Save at the top of the screen to submit your request.

After you submit your request, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a link to the district's Attendance Matters website, where you can learn more about attendance procedures and documentation requirements.

If your student's healthcare provider determines that it is medically infeasible for your student to attend school for multiple consecutive days, please ask the provider to complete the Serious/Life-Threatening Medical Condition form and return it to your campus attendance clerk.

We’re making it easier to stay connected in Aledo ISD!

Sign in using the email you provided during student registration: https://www.parentsquare.com/signin

Download the app: https://www.parentsquare.com/resources/app-download/

Clubs and Organizations Parent Consent Form
In accordance with Senate Bill 12 passed by the 89th Texas Legislature, school districts are required to obtain written parental consent before allowing a student to participate in a school-sponsored club or organization.

Please review the list of clubs and organizations at your child's school and indicate your consent below. A separate form will need to be completed for each student.

https://forms.gle/6NUiCVHfbhmizjxQA

Mr. Martinak is on the hunt for bold, opinionated Aledo High School Bearcats!

Think you’ve got ideas that could make Aledo HS even better? Think people need to hear your voice (and maybe can’t stop you from sharing it anyway)? Fill out the form and see if you get picked to join the squad.

This committee will gather student perspectives at Aledo High School. Members will meet about once a month with Principal Martinak or other administrators to discuss initiatives and campus needs. Meetings will held during the school day during lunches to limit class disruptions.

Click the image for a brief video over pick up and drop off procedures.

Aledo High School students who wish to drive to school and park in one of the high school student lots will be required to purchase a parking permit for the 202-2027 school year. General parking sales are now open through MySchoolBucks and will remain open throughout the school year. The map displays general parking areas in green. We will have additional general parking for all students to access the Field House and Steve Wood Complex.

AHS parking permits are $50 for full-year parking and $25 for students just needing parking for the second semester. Students who purchase a senior reserved parking spot DO NOT need to purchase a parking permit separately; the cost of the permit is included with the senior reserved parking spot. Parking fees will be utilized to support safety and security-related items at AHS and AISD.

Permits will be available for pick up in cafeteria during lunches the first week of school.

If you need financial assistance with parking fees, please reach out to your school counselor.

At Aledo High School, the safety and security of our students, staff, and families is always a top priority. One way we strengthen campus safety is by requiring all students to wear their school-issued ID badge whenever they are on school property during the school day.

Students received their ID badges during Bearcats Are Back. If your student did not receive their ID, they can pick it up in the cafeteria during their assigned lunch.

Please help us reinforce this important safety expectation by reminding your Bearcat to wear their ID badge around their neck and keep it visible at all times while on campus.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and secure campus for all of our Bearcats!

At Aledo High School, our dress standards are designed to support a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment for all students, staff, and campus visitors. We ask families to review these expectations with their students before the start of the school year.

Students Must Wear

• Clothing that fully covers private body parts at all times.
  • Undergarments must be worn, along with a shirt and pants, dress, skirt, or equivalent clothing.
  • Shorts, including athletic shorts, must extend beyond the buttocks and pelvic region at all times.
• Shoes at all times.
• Clothing appropriate for all scheduled activities, including physical education, science labs, CTE courses, and other classes or activities where unique safety hazards may exist.

Students May Wear

• Religious headwear.
• Hooded sweatshirts; however, hoods may not be worn while inside the building.
• Fitted pants, including leggings, joggers, and skinny jeans.
• Sweatpants, shorts, skirts, dresses, and pants.
• Ripped jeans, as long as undergarments and the buttocks are not exposed.
• Tank tops, excluding spaghetti-strap tops.
• Athletic attire.
• Any other clothing that does not violate the guidelines listed in the “Students May Not Wear” section.

Students May Not Wear

• Strapless, backless, halter, bare-midriff, or spaghetti-strap shirts, blouses, or dresses.
• Clothing that exposes undergarments.
• Pajamas or house shoes/slippers.
• Hats, hoods, caps, visors, or similar hat-like apparel unless approved by administration.
• Costume apparel or accessories.
• Clothing displaying violent language or images.
• Clothing displaying or promoting drugs, alcohol, illegal items or activities, hate speech, profanity, or pornography.
• Clothing with images or language that creates a hostile or intimidating environment based on a protected class or consistently marginalized group.
• Accessories that could be considered dangerous or could be used as a weapon.
• Any item that obscures the face, except when worn for religious observance.

Our Shared Responsibility

Our dress standards help ensure that Aledo High School remains a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for everyone. We appreciate our students and families partnering with us to follow these expectations each day.

For complete details, please review the AHS Student Handbook Supplement, page 8, which provides the full dress code policy.

Yearbooks for 2026-2027 are on sale now for $85. Order at YearbookForever.com.

The price increases throughout the school year, so order early and save!

Glamourcraft will be at Aledo High School/Daniel Ninth Grade Campus to take yearbook photographs on Wednesday, August 26. Glamourcraft will email parents/guardians a link with an option to purchase the pictures. Makeup picture day is Wednesday, October 7.

AHS will be hosting virtual sessions for volunteers to complete their Annual Volunteer 101 training. Sessions will be at 11:00 am Please register here for one of the remote sessions.

Wednesday, August 12th at 11 am

Wednesday, September 2nd at 7:30 am & 4:30 pm

Wednesday, September 16th at 7:30 am & 4:30 pm

Dear Aledo High School Students and Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! The Aledo High School Counseling Department is excited to welcome everyone back and help you get off to a great start.

You can access the newsletter here:

https://app.smore.com/n/73dvaw

Your final year is here, Class of 2027! This is your time to celebrate how far you've come while staying focused on the finish line. Make the most of every opportunity your senior year has to offer.

Be sure to check the Strictly Seniors website regularly for important updates on graduation requirements, college applications, senior events, scholarships, and other key deadlines.

Stay All In Aledo by finishing strong, creating lasting memories, and taking advantage of every Exceptional Experience that awaits you this year. Let's make your senior year one to remember!

The Homecoming theme is officially set, which means it’s time to start building your floats!

Keep an eye out for communication from your team, club, or organization with float ideas and plans for the Aledo High School Homecoming Parade on September 21, 2026.

Get creative. Go big. Show your Bearcat pride.

It’s going to be WILD!

Aledo Opens District Play with 18-1 Win Over Granbury

The Aledo Varsity Bearcats opened district play in impressive fashion Tuesday at Granbury, coming away with a dominant 18-1 victory.

Aledo got off to a strong start in doubles, winning 6 of the 7 doubles points and taking a commanding lead into singles play. The Bearcats continued their momentum, dominating both sides of the singles ladder and sweeping all 12 singles points.

With the victory, Aledo improves to 9-4 overall and 1-0 in district play.

The Bearcats return home next Tuesday, August 25, to take on Arlington Martin at 4:00 p.m.

Not our best night against the Mansfield Tigers. The Ladycats just couldn't get things going. We get a shot to bounce back Thursday-Saturday at the Pflugerville Tournament this weekend.

The Ladycats are the Silver Bracket Champs of the Pflugerville tournament! We had a tough route in pool play on Day 2, but we took care of business in Bracket Play today! (Side note: our Pool Day 2 took 1st and 2nd in Gold and 1st and 2nd in Silver... I wasn't lying when I said we were dealt a TOUGH hand on day 2!) Also Kaelee Berkley received all tournament

After a competitive and hard-fought scrimmage against perennial powerhouse Southlake Carroll, the Aledo Bearcats are ready to turn the page from preparation to competition.

The Bearcats will officially open the 2026 season on the road against North Crowley, a top-tier 6A program, marking Aledo’s first official game as a 6A school. The matchup provides an exciting opportunity for the Bearcats to test themselves against one of the state’s premier programs and begin a new chapter in Aledo Football.

Aledo has built a tradition of excellence through hard work, preparation, toughness, and a commitment to competing at the highest level. As the Bearcats step onto the field for this new 6A challenge, the entire Aledo community will be behind them.

Best of luck to all of our players, coaches, athletic trainers, and support staff as they begin the 2026 season. We are excited to see the Bearcats compete, represent Aledo with pride, and continue building on the championship tradition of Aledo Football.

The 6A era starts now. Go Bearcats!

Aledo High School

1000 Bailey Ranch Road, Aledo TX 76008

817-441-8711

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990 Bailey Ranch Road, Aledo TX 76008

817-441-4504

www.aledoisd.org/ahs