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Dear Highlander Families,

It is hard to believe that we have already reached the end of our first nine weeks! As I reflect on these first few months, I am incredibly proud of our students and all they have accomplished. Moving into a new grade level, adjusting to higher academic expectations, and learning new routines and procedures can be a big transition, and our students have handled it with such determination and enthusiasm.

At this time, you should be hearing from your child’s teacher regarding parent-teacher conferences. These conferences are a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate your child’s strengths and successes, and discuss areas for continued growth. Teachers will share academic progress and ways we can continue to work together to support your child. Please be sure to check in with your child’s teacher regarding your scheduled conference time.

And, of course, thank you, thank you, Highlander families, for another incredible APEX event! Your support and generosity continue to amaze me. Because of your involvement, we exceeded our fundraising goal! We are still waiting on the final totals and will be excited to share those with you once everything is finalized. More importantly, thank you for continuing to show our students what it means to come together as a school community and support one another.

I am so grateful for the partnership we have with our Highlander families. Your support, encouragement, and involvement make such a difference in our students’ experience at McAndrew. I truly feel fortunate to be part of this community and to watch our students learn, grow, and shine each day.

Thank you for trusting us with your children and for being such an important part of our McAndrew family. I am looking forward to another wonderful nine weeks filled with learning, growth, and plenty of reasons to celebrate!

With Highlander Pride,
Vicki Kilpatrick

🍎 10/9-10/13-Fall Break

🍎 10/16-Mother/Son Event

🍎10/16-Report Cards Available in HAC

🍎10/20-Choir Rehearsal

🍎10/20-Page Turners

🍎 10/21-Picture retakes

🍎10/26-10/30-Red Ribbon Week

🍎10/26-Bike Rodeo

🍎10/26-Student Council Field Trip

🍎10/29-Choir Rehearsal

🍎 12/29-Bluebonnet Stomp

🍎10/30-Book Character Parade

We had the pleasure of spoiling our wonderful custodial staff on National Custodian Day! Our ladies are the hardest working and caring staff! When you see them, tell them thank you!

• Campus opens at 7:00 a.m.
• Breakfast ends at 7:30 a.m.
• Secure lobby closes 7:40 a.m.
• Parents must sign in after 7:40 a.m.
• Front doors close at 7:45. We are happy to walk your students to class after 7:45.
• Tardy bell rings at 7:45 a.m.and instruction begins

* For the safety and security of all students and staff, all campus doors will remain closed during the school day. Parents will be permitted to walk their children to class before 7:45 a.m. only. After this time, we kindly ask that all students enter the building independently.

We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a secure and orderly learning environment.

The 2027 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards program, which honors outstanding public school professionals, is now open for nominations, and they would love your help in sharing the news with your campus community. (Finalists and winners get cash and grants for themselves and their schools!)

Nominations close on September 30, 2026. More information can be found at https://heblovesteachers.com/.

Shirts will be available for purchase for $15 in the front office.

Mondays-College Shirts

Fridays-Spirit shirts

This September, Dr. Sara B. McAndrew Elementary reached at least 100% of your 2025–2026 total membership, earning your PTA the Early Bird Achievement Award!

K-5 are eligible to enter the NISD PTA Reflections Arts Competition

Click, write, paint, make, film, draw ...

Deadline to enter: Sat., Oct. 24

Contest Theme: What My Culture Means to Me

All entries submitted online. Click here.

Local, State & National awards

Celebration for ALL McAndrew Participants

Click here for more info. Questions? Email Giovanna at mcandrewartsineducation@gmail.com or call/text (626) 524-4422.

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SchoolCafé is a single location for all your cafeteria needs...Connecting Families to School Nutrition! To find information regarding menus, online payments, or free and reduced-price Meal applications, go to https://www.nisd.net/schools/menus

MISSION: At McAndrew we have a culture that fosters a growth mindset and provides opportunities for children and staff to engage in challenging learning opportunities that create a level of determination and grit needed to excel in life.

VISION: Every Day, Every Student grows in confidence, curiosity, and capability.

WE BELIEVE:

26615 Toutant Beauregard Boerne, TX 78006

Phone: 210-398-1750

Fax: 210-398-1799

School Hours: 7:45 am - 3:00 pm

Principal: Vicki Kilpatrick

Associate Principal:

Email: mcandrew@nisd.net

Twitter: @NISDMcAndrew