Greetings Jackrabbits Families:

Today is officially Grandparents' Day. It brings us great pleasure to have been able to provide the setting for our students to have another opportunity to bond with their grandparents during our first ever family dance, this past Friday. How soothing is to the soul when witnessing the interaction, dancing and smiles between Jackrabbits and their loved ones. We understand how grandparents take on a vital role in raising healthy, productive, world class citizens.

Thank you for coming out in support of our grandparent celebration event. This was made possible by the hard work and dedication of our incredible parent volunteer group. Kudos to Mrs. E. Rios, parent liaison and her relentless team! Together we can assist in raising joyful and confident scholars.

In this edition you will find information pertaining to Coffee with the Principal, Eastlake HS Homecoming, Career Day and International DOT Day and much more.

Thank you for entrusting our team with serving your child(ren).

At your service,

Fernando L. Miranda

School Principal

Mission Statement

Col. Ben Narbuth Elementary School provides a fostering environment, empowering educational outcomes where all scholars and teachers find success no matter the circumstances.

Vision Statement

Believe in all students, Embrace the challenges, Accelerate their learning

Some of our fundraising efforts helped us wrap the windows in our nurse's station. The window screens provided the much needed covering for both students' safety and patient confidentiality. We continue to beautify our already gorgeous campus. Here's to you, Jackrabbits!

One of the most important days in the calendar for residents of the USA is coming up, which is Patriots Day. It is celebrated each year on the 11th of September, marking the 9/11 terror attacks which led to many deaths and incredible amounts of damage to New York City.

Remember to submit your child’s 2023-24 online meal application at www.sisd.net/meal-application as soon as possible. Visit www.sisd.net/article/1166210 to learn more. We are still missing 174 applications.

We will be offering a free dress pass for students still pending completion of their lunch applications. In addition, the grade level that gets to 100% completion with meal applications will receive a popcorn baggie. Thank you in advance for your support!

September 12th is cut off of prior year status. This mean if they were free or reduced, they will go to a paid status. We encourage all to ensure a new application for this school year is submitted by that date.

If a family needs helps with an application, please have them call the CNS office at 937-0450. We are happy to help.

Students will have numerous presentations regarding future career opportunities. Career Day is for students only.

Our Read-A-Thon fundraiser kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 14th ! Please send home the letters that were placed in your mailboxes to your classes by today.

1.Most $ Raised (Top 3 Students)

2. Highest Number of Minutes Read (Top Student)

3. Highest Number of Minutes Read (Class *teacher entry)

4. Highest Number of Student Accounts set up (Class)

will win a Crumbl cookie party!!!

Parent information provided in the link below. Thank you for your continued support!

https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/3537333334

This year's theme is Once Upon a Time...

Please help us get into the spirit by having our students dressing up in daily attire.

Parade is scheduled for this coming Wednesday, Sept. 13th. Begins at Horizon Heights Es and ends at Eastlake High School. See calendar of events below. Go Falcons Go!

The parade begins at 6 PM. Pep Rally at Eastlake HS field at 7:30 PM.

Please check with your child(ren) teacher for tutoring opportunities. This is by parent permission only. Transportation will be provided to those already qualifying for buses. Friendly reminder that all bus riders must have their identification card.

Origin of international dot day

International Dot Day began when Terry Shay introduced his class to Peter H Reynold's book The Dot on September 15, 2009. Since then, this date has been celebrated each year as International Dot Day — a day for classes to explore the story's powerful themes: bravery, creativity, and self-expression. Google

Kettle Corn Fundraiser will help support attendance initiatives throughout the 2023 - 24 school year. Thank you so much for your continued support. See details below and scan the QR Code for purchasing steps. Incentives for the campus top 3 sellers will be awarded.

http://www.sciencebuddies.org

https://www.education.com/science-fair/

http://www.hometrainingtools.com/a/science-fair-projects-for-elementary

We are currently seeking donations for much needed science lab consumables.

Please be on the lookout from your child's teacher for a list of items.

We greatly appreciate your kind donations.

Please take a closer look at our Counselors' Corner opportunities.

Mrs. Sara Castillo

Mr. Salvador Chavez

Less than two months away from Walk a Mile in her Shoes campaign, Thursday, October 19th at The Plaza downtown. Donations to this worthy cause will be greatly appreciated. You can support women and children affected by domestic violence in the El Paso area. Click on the link below. Thank you in advance for your contribution.

We have a committed effort to ensure better attendance and punctuality for all students. Expectation is that we need parents' support with bringing scholars to school before the 7:45 a.m. tardy bell. Scholars must be in their classroom by this time. Breakfast will be served until 7:40 a.m. to allow for daily instruction to begin.

Student tardies are a parent issue. I do ask for your support in getting our students in the building prior to 7:45 a.m. Please make sure to plan accordingly so that your child(ren) are not penalized with lunch detention. Three tardies constitutes detention. I remind students to assist at home by setting an alarm, having backpacks and other materials ready so they are not rushing in the morning. Allowing scholars ample time for breakfast in the classroom to help transition into daily learning.

Students who are in attendance from Monday through Fridays will have the chance to wear free dress on the proceeding Monday. Please adhere to our acceptable student dress code when wearing free dress. Other incentives will be available throughout the school year. No torn or frayed jeans are allowed at any time.

For Doctor's Appointments:

Pick up your children before 1:00 PM.

For PK & Kinder:

Scholars should be picked no later than 2:00 PM.

For 1st-5th Grade:

Scholars should be picked up no later than 2:30 PM.

NEW: This year, district policy indicates parents/guardians have 72 hours to submit excuse notes justifying child's absence.

We are nearing completion of student identification badges that will also be used for scholars eligible to ride our buses. For Pre-Kindergarten students we have issued Pink Cards to help identify our bus riders. Please make sure Pre-Kindergarten student have this in their backpack daily. Badges are mandatory to board transportation to and from school.

Eastlake HS, Mr. Gilbert Martinez:

https://www.smore.com/1akh6-eastlake-high-school

Col. John O. Ensor MS, Mr. Stephen Fernandez:

https://www.smore.com/10k3y-ensor-eagle-news

Desert Wind School, Ms. Leticia Terrazas:

https://www.smore.com/wjx3u

Eastlake Middle School, Mrs. Gabriela Elliot

https://www.smore.com/2rfs67

Dr. Sue Shook ES: Ms. Cristina Chavira:

https://www.smore.com/0x3s5

Horizon Heights ES: Mrs. Jenifer Hansen

https://www.smore.com/5v0m4p

Mission Ridge ES: Mr. Jesus Mendez:

https://www.smore.com/2sd791

Email: fmiran01@sisd.net
Website: https://www.sisd.net/o/colbennarbuth
Location: 12901 Bob Hope Drive, Horizon City, TX, USA
Phone: (915) 938-2802
Twitter: @BNarbuth_ES