Happy December Mustang Families

LOTS HAPPENING!!!

Welcome to December, Mustang families! The next three weeks are filled with rich learning and joyful events, including student performances, food drives, Papaya tutoring and many more. We’ll share reminders through Class Dojo, emails, texts, and our school calendar; please check for dates, times, and any dress or item requests. Consistent attendance matters more than ever as students wrap up key units and demonstrate their growth. Thank you for your ongoing support, timely communication, and encouragement at home. Let’s finish the semester strong and enjoy this special season together!

¡Bienvenidos a diciembre, familias Mustang! Las próximas tres semanas están llenas de aprendizaje enriquecedor y eventos alegres, incluyendo presentaciones estudiantiles, colectas de alimentos, tutorías de Papaya y mucho más. Compartiremos recordatorios a través de Class Dojo, correos electrónicos, mensajes de texto y nuestro calendario escolar; por favor, revisen las fechas, horarios y cualquier solicitud de vestimenta o artículos. La asistencia constante es más importante que nunca, ya que los estudiantes terminan unidades clave y demuestran su progreso. Gracias por su continuo apoyo, comunicación oportuna y ánimo en casa. ¡Terminemos el semestre con fuerza y disfrutemos juntos de esta temporada especial!

San Antonio Food Bank Drive

REMINDER: Dear Mustang families,

Help Us Fill the Shelves: Food Drive Ends December 12

We’re partnering with the San Antonio Food Bank and inviting families to continue sending canned and shelf-stable items now through Friday, December 12. Students may bring donations to their classroom or you can drop them at the front office during school hours.
Suggested items: canned vegetables/fruit, beans, soup, tuna/chicken, peanut butter, rice, pasta, cereal, and shelf-stable milk. (Please avoid glass containers, expired items, and perishable foods.)
Thank you for helping our Mustangs support neighbors in need this season!

Ayúdenos a Llenar la Despensa—La colecta termina el 12 de diciembre
Estamos colaborando con el Banco de Alimentos de San Antonio e invitamos a las familias a seguir enviando latas y alimentos no perecederos hasta el viernes 12 de diciembre. Los estudiantes pueden entregar las donaciones en su salón o usted puede dejarlas en la oficina principal durante el horario escolar.
Sugerencias: verduras/frutas enlatadas, frijoles, sopa, atún/pollo enlatado, crema de cacahuate, arroz, pasta, cereal y leche de larga duración. (Por favor evite envases de vidrio, alimentos vencidos y perecederos.)
¡Gracias por ayudar a nuestros Mustangs a apoyar a las familias de nuestra comunidad!

Event Information

San Antonio Food Drive Ends

When?

Friday, Dec 12, 2025, 04:00 PM

Where?

Roy Cisneros Elementary and Leadership School , Ruiz Street, San Antonio, TX, USA

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Attendance Matters

Showing up every day sets students up for success; academically, socially, and emotionally. Here’s why it matters:

✅ Missed Lessons = Missed Opportunities
Even one day out can mean falling behind on key lessons, activities, and class discussions.

📈 School Today, Success Tomorrow
Consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic progress and opens doors to future opportunities.

💪 Resilience in Action
Being present every day builds habits of responsibility, perseverance, and confidence.

👯 Stronger Friendships
Daily attendance helps students form strong social bonds and feel more connected at school.

🧠 Healthier Habits
A consistent routine supports mental and physical wellness for kids and families.

Let’s make 2025–2026 a year of growth, connection, and daily learning for every student, every day.