The countdown is on – just two weeks left until summer vacation! Students, let's make these last days count. Keep an eye on your grades and attendance; let's finish strong. You've got this!

Attendance Recovery will be on May 20th in the Comm Arts' LGI from 4:20 - 6 p.m. Bring something to work on. The last progress report is now be available on HAC.

Due to late AP testing, students cannot hang out in the Comm Arts building before school on May 22nd. Non-testing students can enter the building at 8:50 a.m. and quietly move to their classroom. Before school, students can hang out in the cafeteria at Taft. Device collection will also be May 22nd. Students, make sure to remove all non-NISD stickers and bring your charger.

Semester exams begin this Friday, May 23rd and continue May 27-29th. Exempt students will still need to be present to remain eligible. See the PDF below for the exam schedule. See the form below for more information about 4th period Comm Arts lunch on May 28th.

Monday, May 26th, is Memorial Day. The campus will be closed for the holiday. As you enjoy your three-day weekend, take some time to reflect on the fallen men and women who died while serving in the military.

Seniors have a mandatory graduation practice in the cafeteria on May 28th at 1:30 pm. Plan to be there.

The end of the 24-25 school year is quickly approaching. Students, it's time to turn in your devices.

The collection will take place on May 22nd. Please include the device charger and any additional devices/chargers that may have been checked out.

See the PDF below on how to clean your Chromebook.

Elections will be held on Monday, May 19th, and Tuesday, May 20th, via Google Form voting. Look for a form in your Social Studies teacher's Schoology. Voting ends May 20th at 4:20 pm, and winners will be announced on May 21st.

Campaign reminders - Only two posters per candidate. Before you can hang them in the hallway, they must be pre-approved in the Comm Arts front office. No pizza, stickers, or other items can be used—only your two posters.

Summer program for students in grades 7-12. Parents can register their child for this 3-week program, running Monday-Thursday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

Introduction to Computing (any grade)

Introduction to Linux (any grade)

Cybersecurity Basics (any grade)

Fundamentals of Networking* (11th - 12th)

Cybersecurity* (10th - 12th)

*Students with letters of recommendation will be considered as priority for placement. A letter of recommendation from the student's instructor will be accepted for all students.

For more information and to register, please visit:

Registration Link https://alamonvc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6QjUJR30EPaAOPA

FREE camps

The Taft/Comm Arts 2025-2026 Summer Choir Camp is scheduled for July 14-17, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 in the Taft Choir Room (A211). Choir Camp is free and optional for choir members. Still, it is highly encouraged for all incoming and veteran choir students! They will sing, play team-building games, build their choral community, welcome new choir members to their choir family, and introduce our new choir officers for the 2025-2026 school year!

If you attended Vale Middle School, their PTA is launching a new program for graduating seniors. They are awarding three $200 scholarships.

Seniors, below are the elementary and middle schools that shared their information with us. If you don't see your school below, you can contact your school directly for senior walk details.

Please be aware that this is an unexcused absence if you miss a class. If you bring in a note, this will be an excused absence. Plan accordingly for semester exam exemptions.

McDermott ES will be hosting their Senior Walk on May 21st from 8:45am-9:15am.

Graduation dates are here. Comm Arts/Taft High School graduation is June 3rd at 9:30 am. For more information, click HERE.

SAT scores are now available for students who participated in SAT School Day. Juniors, you can use the link below to see your scores. A second link can be found below to learn more about your SAT scores.

Students can request a fee waiver directly from College Board. Eligible students can receive SAT fee waiver benefits by logging in to their College Board account and submitting a request. Learn more on the College Board website.

Our very own Destanee Lindner is a Big Future Ambassador! Here are some resources she has to share.

10th and 11th graders can qualify for $500 and $40,000 scholarships from BigFuture®! The scholarships are open to all students, with no GPA, test score, essay, income, or citizenship requirements. Every month, BigFuture will award $500 and $40,000 to students who take steps toward their career and the education they need to reach it.

For more information: BigFuture Scholarships

WOW! Thank you, parents and students, for purchasing a yearbook! Our organization appreciates all of the support and love. As of today, we have 60 yearbooks left to sell. The school year is coming to an end, so please make sure to purchase one before they run out. Also, the LAST DAY to purchase a student ad is Thursday, May 1st.

Link for the yearbook

• https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1033119/COMMUNICATIONS-ARTS-HIGH-SCHOOL/Yearbook/2024071704203610055/CATALOG_SHOP/Yearbook/2024071704203611355#design/0

Link to purchase ads

• https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1033119/COMMUNICATIONS-ARTS-HIGH-SCHOOL/2024071618151849081/CATALOG_SHOP/

Click HERE to order your pictures online. Use either your student ID or picture Day ID: EVT4KQVBF

ENJOY 10% OFF your order!

CODE: F202410OFF

EXPIRES: July 31, 2025

A student enrolled in courses earning high school credit (full-year or semester) may be exempt from the spring semester exam if the following criteria are met:

1. For the Spring semester, the student has three or fewer absences, excluding school business absences; (Spring semester begins January 7, 2025)
2. The student’s final average for the spring semester is 80 or higher;
3. The student’s conduct grade in that class is satisfactory or better; and
4. The student is in attendance during the scheduled exam time.

A student who is eligible for exemption may take the exam if desired.

Exam Weight: The two graded quarters of each semester shall weigh 90 percent of the semester grade, and the semester exam shall weigh 10 percent of the semester grade. If a student is exempt from the semester exam, the semester grade shall be calculated using only the two grade quarters of the semester.

Varsity Tutoring offers:

• 24/7 On-Demand Chat Tutoring (including AP courses)
• On-Demand Essay Review
• Live Enrichment Classes
• Test Prep Classes (ACT, SAT, GED, etc), Academic Classes (study halls, algebra bootcamps, etc) and Enrichment Classes (languages, robotics, chess, etc)

Don't forget to check it out!

Adobe Creative Suite Software at Home for Personal Devices

ComArts CTE students, please remember that you can download and install Adobe Creative Suite software onto your personal laptops and computers (not Chromebooks) for FREE using your NISD student login credentials. Use the attached instructions for guidance. Keep in mind that the Adobe software version installed at home will be a newer version than what is available at school. Please get in touch with your Communications teacher (Cleveland, Villarreal, Sabogal, or Flores) if you have questions.

Our Verification of Enrollment (VOE) is available digitally. The VOE form is used for driver's permits and licenses. Use the Google Form to request a copy.

Mission: Our school promotes curiosity while providing rigorous academics in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Vision: Communications Arts H.S. students will be confident, capable, communicative leaders.

Email: cahs@nisd.net

Attendance Email: CAHS.attendance@nisd.net
Website: https://www.nisd.net/communicationsarts
Location: 11600 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78253, USA
Phone: (210) 397-6043
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommunicationsArtsHighSchool/
X: @NISDComArts