Liestman Families-

We are proud to share that Liestman met it's family engagement goal for 23-24. Our target was at least 2 documented interactions between the school and home for 89% of our families. This percentage represents a lot of programming on behalf of the school and participation on behalf of our parents. Our goal for May 2025 is to increase engagement by 5% or target 94% of our families.

At the beginning of each month we will provide you with an overview of district and campus events and parent-school committee meetings to help you organize and plan out your family calendar each month.

To also help our students with developing organization and planning skills, we have set as one of our AVID goals that 100% of all students in 2nd- 4th use a student planner to practice such skills as writing down assignments, using timelines to manage tasks, and calendaring special events. We ask that students share their calendar with you every day and that you review and reinforce these important life-long skills. I've attached a one-pager that further explains roles and responsibilities for the student planner.

We are launching, at Liestman, a new family engagement strategy for 24-25 called All Pro Dads. All Pro Dad is a national program with 1,000 chapters across 42 states that inspires men to embrace their roles as dads and husbands. It provides guidance, support, and practical tips on parenting and family life through training, events, and emails. Spread the word, we want all of our Liestman dads to participate.

I wish you a good week!

Mr. Galindo, Principal

Alief Proud, Liestman Strong

October Family Calendar Overview :

• Fall Student-Led Parent Conferences window (September 22-December 20)
• 10.7 Safety Protocol: Hold Drill
• 10.8 Parent/Principal Coffee @ 8:00 a.m.

• 10.8 SDC (parent representation) @ 3:45 p.m. (moved to 10.15)
• 10/9-10/11- Fall Break
• 10.14 Student Holiday
• 10.15 Family Night: Read Aloud/ Zoom @ 6:30 p.m.
• 10.15 Beginning of 2nd 9 Weeks
• 10.17 Report Card #1 goes home
• 10.18 Fun Friday #1
• 10.22 Honor's Ceremony (K & 1st)
• 10.23 All Pro Dad morning meeting 7:15-8:00 a.m.
• 10.24 Honor's Ceremony (2nd, 3rd, 4th)
  
• 10.24 Family Night: Trunk or Treat
• 10.24 All Pro Dad evening meeting / virtual event 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• 10.28 Safety Protocol: Fire Drill
• 10.29 LPAC (parent representation) @ 9:00 a.m.

In the month of October will we be focusing on the Character Trait of Respect. One way to think about Respect is “seeing value in all people and things & treating them with care.”

Listening to others is an important life skill and a great way to show respect. Try these tips from our Character Strong Curriculum to help your students practice the skill of listening.

1. Eyes are ready (point to your eyes)

2. Ears are listening (cup your ears)

3. Brain is focused (point to your brain)

4. Heart is caring (put your hand on your heart)

On Mondays Students an Staff are encouraged to wear a red top with uniform bottom.

Please join us for an informative presentation on Restorative Circles for Families. Come learn how to to have meaningful conversations, build relationships, and resolve conflicts with your students at home.

October 8th from 8:00 am to 9:00 am

Would you like to learn how to cook healthier meals or have healthier snacks for your kids that still taste great? Come to our family center on Thursday from 11 am to 12 pm, to learn from our nutrition education program.

We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month is (September 15 to October 15) to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success.

Starting next week Liestman will celebrate with different activities. Please see the picture below to see the different dress for next week and click on the link below to see the attached calendar below.

Did you know that our wonderful parent liaison Mrs. Hernandez offers great classes to help our families in different areas. Please look at her schedule below and please join us.

Plan to Join us for Alief ISD's College & Career Night on Tuesday, October 8th @ Marshall Center for Advanced Careers. 6 pm- 8 pm. We hope to see you there!

Please make sure that you have created your account for School Cash. We will use School Cash to pay school fees, including the Technology Fee for 3rd and 4th grade and Field Trips.

Link: https://www.aliefisd.net/page/school-cash