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Dear Highlander Families,

Welcome to another exciting school year at McAndrew Elementary! I hope your family had a restful, fun-filled summer and is ready for an incredible year ahead. We are thrilled to welcome both our returning families and those joining our McAndrew community for the very first time.

This year, our theme is Building All-Stars: Every Student, Every Day, because we believe Every Swing Counts! Every day is an opportunity for our students to learn, grow, and become the best version of themselves, and we can't wait to cheer them on every step of the way.

This newsletter is the first of many you'll receive throughout the year and is designed to help your family prepare for a successful start to school. Inside, you will find important information about upcoming events, campus procedures, and everything you need to know as we begin another amazing year together.

Over the next couple of weeks, you can expect a phone call and Dojo message from your child's teacher. Please know that class placements are made with thoughtful consideration and care. We consider many factors when creating balanced classrooms that support students' academic achievement, social- emotional growth, and overall success. Every decision is made with the best interests of our students in mind. Because of the time and collaboration involved in this process, classroom placements are considered final and will not be changed at this time.

Thank you for being such an important part of the McAndrew Family. We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to a year filled with learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Let's make this school year a home run!

Go Highlanders!

Sincerely,

Vicki Kilpatrick, Proud Principal

• 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.

One of our favorite back-to-school events is Popsicles With The Principal where we get to meet new Highlander families and visit with returning families. Please mark your calendar for Thursday, July 30th at 2:00. We can't wait to see you!

Spirit shirt purchases are cash and check only please.

Shirts will be available for purchase for $15 at Meet The Teacher and the first week of school.

Parents may begin dropping off students beginning at 7:00 a.m. along the drive. To ensure the safety and security of all children, students are not allowed to be dropped off in the parking lot.

First Day of school:

Registration for Learning Tree After School Care Program is now open. Register now at https://nisd.arux.app/child-care/1/learning-tree-tuition-based/site/183/mcandrew-elementary

Please see flyer or contact martina.ayala@nisd.net for more information

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

Never miss a bus again! Get real-time notifications and track your child's bus with the free "Here Comes the Bus" app, now available for NISD students. Ensure you stay informed about your child's arrival and departure times. Discover how to download the app, set up your account, and access helpful support resources. For a detailed, step-by-step guide on setting up the Here Comes the Bus app, please visit the Video Tutorials section of the page. https://www.nisd.net/schools/buses/here-comes-the-bus

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