2025-2026 Bearcat Blast

What an incredible night in Bearcat Nation! Monday night’s Homecoming Parade and Community Pep Rally was the perfect way to kick off Homecoming Week. From the spirit-filled floats to the sea of orange and black, it was amazing to see our community All in Aledo by showing up in full force to celebrate together.

Thank you to our students, staff, families and neighbors for making this tradition so special. Your energy and support are what make Aledo such a unique place. Here’s to an unforgettable way to start off Homecoming Week!

This year, we’re proud to welcome back Cheryl Broumley Horton, Aledo’s Class of 1975 Homecoming Queen, as our 2025 Coming Home Queen. From leading the Homecoming Parade to being honored at the big game, Cheryl’s return connects past and present by bridging generations of Bearcats through a tradition that can happen Only in Aledo.

It’s exceptional experiences like these that make Aledo more than a school district, it’s a family. A place where history is celebrated, memories are cherished and new legacies are built every day. That’s what it means to be All in Aledo.

Have you tried some of our nutritious and yummy NEW veggie recipes? We have fresh honey glazed carrots, fresh roasted Brussels sprouts, baby French green beans, and fresh broccoli with cheese sauce! Make sure to grab some on your way through the line!

Ascender ParentPortal no longer supports text message alerts. Parents can still receive important notifications about attendance and grades via email through the ParentPortal system. We have been made aware that there are some issues currently with email notifications being delivered from Ascender, and we are working with Region 11 to get this fixed as soon as possible.

We encourage all parents to log in and update their notification preferences to email. Please remember that alerts must be set up individually for each student to ensure you receive all communications.

There is no change to unexcused absence notifications. These will continue to be sent through Blackboard at 6 p.m. each day a student is marked with an unexcused absence.

For questions or assistance, please contact your campus registrar or email studentregistration@aledoisd.org.

We're Celebrating Attendance next week across Aledo ISD! Check out your campus newsletters and/or social media for activities planned for students and staff!

Meanwhile... check out these Six Reasons to Come to School Every Day!

1. Reading on Grade Level: Studies show that consistent attendance from Pre-K gives the best start for early literacy development. Students who aren't reading on grade level by 3rd grade have a lower chance of graduating. It starts that early!

2. Form Lasting Friendships: Attending daily allows students to foster strong social bonds and an inclusive peer network. Even if not all friendships work out, developing the skills is only possible with ongoing interaction. Students who develop their social skills through school attendance have more positive relationships, overall.

3. Develop Effective Study Habits Early: Good attendance instills vital skills like punctuality, time management and self-discipline. A big part of succeeding is learning how to learn. Daily attendance from elementary onwards helps students build their toolbox of strategies for success.

4. Demonstrate Responsibility and Commitment: Employers value established patterns of dedication and follow-through. Whether students are getting after school jobs in high school, or securing employment after graduation, good work habits are formed by consistent school attendance. It's also how students get teachers to serve as references!

5. Maximize Instructional Time with Teachers: Fewer disruptions means more personalized learning and academic support. Sometimes, students don't come to school because they're struggling with the material in class and staying home is a way to avoid it. But the better choice is to come to school -- that's where the support is. The more time students have with their teachers, the more successful they will be.

6. Greater Self-Esteem and Confidence: Not having to play catch-up reduces stress and boosts self-assurance. This is exactly what will carry students successfully through graduation and beyond.

Congratulations to these 5 Aledo High School seniors who were recently named National Merit Commended Scholars: Amelia Buck, Asher Childress, Breleigh Mayer, Kaitlin Brummer and Rhiannon Moses! Students who earn this designation have placed in the top 3-4% of ALL test-takers of the PSAT nationwide during their junior year!

Please help us congratulate them on this outstanding achievement!

In Aledo ISD, Growing Greatness does not end at graduation for students enrolled in the 18+ Transitions Program. We invite our 18+ Transition Alumni to this inaugural tailgate before the Homecoming game on Friday, September 26.

• 📅 Friday, September 26
• ⌚5:00PM - 6:30PM
• 📍 DNG Room A110

RSVP so you can join in on the food, friendship and fun!

Our Aledo ISD Police Department is implementing a new EXIT traffic pattern for after varsity home football games at Tim Buchanan Stadium. Please study this map and consider parking based on which way you are traveling after the game. Just as with new traffic patterns at schools the first week of school, we ask that you are patient with us as we implement this. We will communicate any changes that will help refine this process, if needed, after the first game.

As always, we will have Aledo ISD police officers directing traffic, and you should expect delays and traffic on Friday night home games. Gates will open an hour before kickoff for each home game. Parking lots are open at 4:30 p.m., and the road directly in front of Tim Buchanan Stadium will be blocked off for pedestrians only beginning an hour before kickoff.

Aledo ISD has a Clear Bag Policy for Varsity football games at Tim Buchanan Stadium.

• The following items are permitted:
  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and not exceeding 12” x 6” x 12”
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
  • Small clutch bag that is approximately the size of a hand (4.5”X6.5”) with or without a handle or strap
  • Diaper bags are allowed as long as they are accompanied by an infant/small child
  • Simple seat cushions (with or without a back) without pockets, zippers, compartments or covers
  • Binoculars, phones or cameras can be carried into the stadium as long as they are not in an unapproved bag.
  • Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items
• The following items are prohibited:
• Purses, small clutches (NEW!), coolers, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, computer bags, camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.

New Bearcat gear alert! Our lightweight, super-comfortable dry fit t-shirts have just dropped at the Bearcat Store. Adult sizes available in black & white, youth sizes in orange & grey. Don’t miss out and grab yours today!

The Bearcat Store is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Administration Building Lobby. The Aledo ISD Bearcat Store follows the Aledo ISD schedule for closures.

Give the Bearcat Store a like and follow to stay up-to-date on all of our new merch!

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Aledo ISD and the Aledo Education Foundation are partnering once again for the Bearcat Backer program, and we'd love your support!

As our district is #GrowingGreatness through exceptional experiences that empower learners for life, we are committed to fostering relationships and partnerships with our outstanding businesses and organizations to help support our Bearcats. Your partnership provides a direct investment and benefit to our Bearcatstudents and staff.

If your business is interested in joining our Bearcat Backers program, please visit our Bearcat Backers webpage that includes sponsorship levels as well as a commitment form to fill out.

Platinum Sponsors:

EECU Credit Union
Loyal Laundry
Magnolia Learning Academy
Mathnasium of Aledo
Myser Orthodontics
The Atkins Agency
United Educators Association
W Dental
Wholesale Payments

Gold Level Sponsors

Christi James - TWFG Insurance Services
First Financial Bank
Institute for Hormonal Balance
Nothing Bundt Cakes
P1 Roofing and Solar
Redwood Financial

Silver Level Sponsors

Bearcat Financial Network
Brookshire's
Kisselburgh Law Firm
The Little Gym of Aledo
One Rock Carwash
SBK Electrical

Bronze Level Sponsors

Aaron Valencia, The A GAME Agent, Realtor
Aledo InterBank
Bigfoot Ink
First Bank
NBT Financial Bank
Paradigm Wealth Management
Rebecca DeLuca, Compass, Realtor
Turquant Builder Services

As a reminder, we have streamlined absence reporting for all of our campuses for this school year. It is very important that we have documented reasons for absences so that we can ensure your student is given an excused absence when needed. Click here or the button below for the Absence Reporting Form!

There are many Aledo ISD team members who are doing great work every single day! You can nominate any employee serving in the district for the Circle of Greatness Award.

We are looking for employees who are bringing Aledo ISD #GrowingGreatness to life, positively impacting our community, and helping us grow each and every Aledo ISD student. Click here or the button below to recognize a staff member today!

The intent behind House Bill 1481 is to limit distractions in the classroom and across campus so students can stay focused on learning. As a public school district, our Board of Trustees must adopt a policy that implements the law. Click here or the button below to learn more and check out common frequently asked questions!

Each Aledo ISD student has access to nutritious and delicious meals prepared by our amazing Child Nutrition staff. Breakfast and lunch are served everyday throughout the school week. Click here or the button below to view this month's breakfast and lunch menus.

Aledo ISD is capturing Bearcat pride all year long on our official Flickr account! From Friday night lights and fine arts performances to classroom moments and community events, you’ll find photos that showcase the heart of Bearcat Nation. Take a look, relive the memories, and find yourself on Flickr!

The Bearcat Blast E-Newletter is managed by the Aledo ISD Communications Department. To submit news items, email communications@aledoisd.org.

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