IDEA RUNDBERG COLLEGE PREP WEEKLY

Wednesday was filled with culture, school spirit, and JOY as our Rattlers came together for an unforgettable day! From closing out Hispanic Heritage Month with our very own Hispanic Heritage Assembly, to wearing pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and celebrating student learning at OTP Fest, our campus was full of reasons to celebrate!

Hispanic Heritage Assembly: We honored the rich culture and traditions of Hispanic Heritage Month through traditional music, an incredible folklórico ballet performance, and recognition of our students who successfully passed TELPAS. We also celebrated the students and families who make our Rattler community so special!

At IDEA Rundberg, we believe in honoring culture, celebrating achievement, and creating moments that bring our community together. That's what bringing the JOY is all about!

A HUGE thank-you to Omar, our 12th-grade senior, and his band, our amazing Rundberg Cheerleaders, and the Hernandez Folklórico Ballet Group for sharing your talents with us. Your performances brought our celebration to life, the day would not have been the same without you!

OTP Fest: We also celebrated student learning, growth, and achievement!

Students in grades 3–12 with parent/guardian consent will complete the survey during the school day.

Please help your scholar attend school each day and arrive on time. Consistent attendance keeps students connected to learning and ensures participating students have the opportunity to share feedback about safety, belonging, relationships, and wellbeing. Every scholar’s presence matters, and student voice helps us build stronger school experiences.

We love seeing our teachers find engaging and creative ways to reinforce learning, build mastery, and bring the JOY into the classroom!

COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE SHOUT-OUT!

Big congratulations to our 12G Rattlers who have received their FIRST college acceptance!

💙 Carlos Calel-Bonilla
💛 Violet Castanon
💙 Paola Esparza
💛 Charlie Gamez
💙 Giselle Gomora
💛 Adrianna Gutierrez Vital
💙 Yair Velazquez
💛 Maria Memije
💙 Carlos Maldonado

Shout-out to our amazing RISE students for volunteering at the Round Rock Service Center!

We are proud to see our students giving back to the community, serving others, and putting the spirit of leadership into action. Small acts of service can make a big impact! Way to represent IDEA Rundberg and show what it means to be a Rattler!

If you know someone who may be interested in joining the IDEA Rundberg family, we invite you to refer your friends and family to us.
My name is Alice Arriaga-Pacheco, Sr. Student Enrollment Coordinator, and I would be happy to assist them with applying. Please feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions!
512-803-9614 or Front Office 512-822-4800

1. 26-27 School Year Academic Calendar/ Calendario Académico del Año Escolar 2026–2027
2. Upcoming Events & Highlights/ Próximos eventos y actividades destacadas
3. News & Update/ Noticias y actualizaciones
4. Communication/ Comunicación
5. Family Resources/ Recursos para las familias

Our Rattlers are back in action, and we invite students, families, and staff to come out and support our athletes. Check out the upcoming game schedule and bring your Rattler spirit as we cheer on our teams! Let's show our athletes what it means to be IDEA Rundberg strong!

IDEA Rundberg College Prep Report Card Night is coming up!

Thursday, October 29, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Families are invited to join us on campus to connect with teachers, review student progress and grades, discuss updated goals, and learn about important upcoming dates.

We look forward to partnering with our Rattler families to celebrate student growth and support continued success!

Si cree que su estudiante debe ser visto por el consejero escolar. Por favor, refiérelos usando este enlace. https://ideanational.purplesense.org/saf/s/?language=en_US

As we kick off a new school year, we want to remind our Rattler families that self-care is an important part of student success! A healthy routine can help students feel more focused, energized, and ready to learn each day.

We encourage students to:

• Get a full night of sleep each night to help their minds and bodies recharge.
• Limit caffeine and energy drinks, especially later in the day, as they can interfere with sleep and overall well-being.
• Stay hydrated and make healthy choices whenever possible.
• Take time to rest and recharge when feeling overwhelmed.
• Talk to a trusted adult when they are feeling stressed or need support.

Thank you, Rattler families, for your patience and flexibility as we continue to fine-tune our arrival and dismissal procedures. We are grateful for your support and are proud of the progress we’ve already made during our first week of school!

MORNING ARRIVAL

• Gates open for student drop-off at 7:15 AM.
• Students may begin entering the building at 7:20 AM.
• Families with only College Prep students, or families with students in both College Prep and Academy, please follow the yellow route on the map.
• Follow all staff directions and traffic arrows.
• Please remain in your vehicle during drop-off and use the designated student drop-off areas.
• Walker Gate: Opens at 6:45 AM and closes at 7:45 AM.

AFTERNOON DISMISSAL

• Dismissal procedure begins at 3:45 PM.
• Please follow the yellow College Prep route shown on the map.
• Have your student’s required car rider sign clearly visible when entering the pick-up line.
• Follow staff directions and remain in the designated traffic lanes.
• For safety, no pick-ups from the front office are allowed between 2:45 PM and 3:45 PM.

Please note that Construction will be happening all year and will impact both arrival and dismissal.

Uniforms are required. Students should arrive in the uniform polo assigned to their grade level and follow all IDEA uniform expectations.

• Non-IDEA hoodies and hats must be removed upon entering the building.
• Please make sure students arrive in the proper uniform each day.
• Families are encouraged to review the complete IDEA Uniform Dress Code.

We dress for success at IDEA! Uniforms help students focus on academics, minimize disruptions, promote safety, and create a socially safe, secure, and stable school environment. The appearance of ALL students reflects the high standards and culture of our school.

Cell Phone and Personal Communication Devices (PCD) must be turned off and placed in a backpack before entering the school building.
PCD include cell phones, flip phones, personal tablets, smartwatches, radios, pagers, and other personal electronic devices capable of communication.

A device is considered “in use” if it is in a student’s possession, powered on, and capable of sending or receiving communication, even if the student is not actively using it.

Take a moment to review the information below so you and your student are familiar with this year’s PCD expectations.

• Event Invites and RSVPs
• Coffee & Conversations
• Facebook Live Parent Meetings
• Newsletters
• Community Resources
• Rundberg or District level events and news

Stay up to date with important school announcements, reminders, events, and updates by joining our Remind App! You can join by texting the school code to 81010.

Join your grade-level Remind group:

Grades 6–8: @IDEArund
Grades 9–12: @IDEAru

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay Rattler Strong! 🐍

Si cree que su estudiante debe ser visto por el consejero escolar. Por favor, refiérelos usando este enlace. https://ideanational.purplesense.org/saf/s/?language=en_US

Website: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-schools/idea-rundberg/
Location: 9504 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78753, USA
Phone: (512) 822-4800
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