The Weekly Update #3-9

Steele Nation!

Happy Sunday Everyone!

Welcome to Steele Homecoming Week! Woohoo! A huge shoutout to our Steele StuCo and our Steele NHS for all their leadership in making it a great Homecoming Week. We have HoCo spirit days, pep rally, football tournament, HoCo court, and our HoCo dance this week. See below for more details and information. Let's have a wonderful Homecoming Week!

Wow! Our Steele students did an incredible job in the classroom during Quarter One! We are so proud of them. Report Cards for Quarter One went out this past Thursday night. Don't forget, we have two more Parent Conference Nights coming up, our next one is tomorrow (Monday, October 20th from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm). See below for more information.

Seniors (Class of 2026) - Today (October 19th) is the last day for Texas Free College Application Week. This is a great opportunity for all Seniors to apply to Texas public colleges for free. We need all Steele Seniors to take advantage of this outstanding opportunity.

We only have 12 days left for students to submit their PTA Reflections projects. Friday, October 31st is the last day to submit PTA Reflections projects. See below for more information and details. Let's make this another great week in Steele Nation! Go Stallions!

We Are Steele!

Todd Rogers, Steele ECHS Principal

Stallions of the Month - October

Stallion of the Month is a new school-wide recognition program that celebrates two standout students from each grade level every month. Advisory teachers select students who exemplify what it means to be a Steele Stallion. This spotlight students who go above and beyond—whether through academics, behavior, leadership, kindness, or just general Stallion spirit. Each Stallion of the Month get's recognized on the Steele bulletin board, social media, certificate, coupon for the POD, and they get to select three items from the Stallion of the Month Cart.

Congratulations to our October Stallions of the Month!

Corinne Strother, John Sarlo, Ella Tyson, Kellen Acosta, Rebecca Sutherlin, Reagan Vliet, Isabella Kodjo, and Michael Gurram! Great Job! We are so proud of you!

Steele Wellness Ambassadors participated in the NISD Wellness Ambassadors Summit this past week. Wellness Ambassadors are students at all four NISD high schools who advocate for student needs and help guide peers, and today they came together for their annual Wellness Ambassador Summit!

These students help bring teen mental health to the forefront, and they do so in some creative ways. Today they learned how the game BeanBoozled can encourage discussions about the dangers of drugs and the importance of choosing a drug-free lifestyle.

Click below to learn more about NISD's Wellness Ambassadors!

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Steele ECHS just finished our Round One of enrollment requests for next year. We held our ECHS Showcase Night and our Steele student leaders did an amazing job presenting and talking to potential future Stallions.

Supercharge Day Fall 2025 - Decades Throwback! This is a Steele tradition that is held each semester. Our students work hard every day in the classrooms, and Supercharge Day celebrates that hard work.

We Are Steele!

West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) is a public university in Canyon, TX, that is part of the Texas A&M University System. It is known for its "student-centered" community, technology-rich environment, and a variety of academic programs, athletics, and student activities. The campus features notable facilities such as the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, the largest in Texas, and a modern, well-equipped Activity Center with a swimming pool and rock climbing wall.

West Texas A&M University Video

West Texas A&M University Website

Campus Tours & Visit WTAMU

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Calling All Future Buffs!

Join us for an unforgettable day at Discover WT—West Texas A&M University’s biggest event for future Buffs! Whether you're just starting your college search or ready to commit, this one-day experience is your all-access pass to everything WT.

At Discover WT, you’ll:

• Dive into your future major with a tour of your department and meet the professors who’ll guide your journey
• Hear from current students and discover all the ways to get involved on campus
• Be entered to win a scholarship drawing
• Get insider tips on the admissions process and meet your personal admissions counselor
• Tour campus and explore our residence halls
• Learn about scholarships, financial aid, student life, housing, and more
• And get a chance to win an iPad that we're giving away!

This is more than a visit—it’s your first step into joining the herd!

Discover WT Itinerary

10:00 AM - Check-in - Jack B. Kelley Student Center

10:30 AM - Welcome - Legacy Hall

11:15 AM - Academic Showcase

12:15 PM - Buff Experience Sessions

1:15 PM - Scholarships and iPad Giveaways - Legacy Hall

1:30 PM - Campus Tour - Buffalo Fountain

2:30 PM - Experience "The BOX" and WT Volleyball (optional)

RSVP Date:10/24/2025 Click HERE to learn more.

Steele Homecoming Week 2025 is this week from October 20 through October 25. The theme this year is, "Wonderland Homecoming - Fall with us into the Rabbit Hole". Below are flyers and information about Spirit Dress Up Days, HoCo Pep Rally, HoCo Football Tournament, and the HoCo Dance.

• Spirit Dress Up Days (October 20 - October 24)
• Homecoming Pep Rally on Friday, October 24
• HoCo Mum Day on Friday, October 24
• Homecoming Ultimate Football Tournament on Friday, October 24
• Homecoming Dance on Saturday, October 25

Since April 2025, Steele Stallions have volunteered over 4,800 hours. Wow! That is amazing! We have around 160 students volunteering and making a positive difference in the community. Students can submit their volunteer hours in x2VOL.

We would love for all Steele students to be apart of our Green Cord program, so you can volunteer and give back to the community. All Steele students have an account in x2VOL and we would love for you to join our program of giving back. If you would like to know more about the Green Cord program or x2VOL, you can do two things, 1) check out the attachment below, and/or, 2) see Mrs. Allen in room 310-B.

The Power of Giving Back – Volunteering is a wonderful and rewarding experience that allows us to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Giving back to the community builds connection, strengthens character, and reminds us that we all have the power to create change. When we serve others, we grow together, making our community even stronger.

Steele Early College High School Blood Drive, Thursday, November 6th

You must be at least 16 to donate. If you sign up and you are 16, please see Ms. Davis, counselor, for parental consent form.

***Seniors, you have an opportunity to earn a blood donor graduation cord (red cord), if you donate two times in your senior year. We will have another blood drive in the spring. Seniors who are unable to donate and would like to qualify for the graduation red cord may have an adult donate on their behalf.

See Ms. Davis for more information.

Sign up today! Your donations will save lives!!! SIGN UP HERE

Sheneka Davis, Counselor

Steele Early College High School

sdavis01@nisdtx.org

The ASVAB, or Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, is a multiple-aptitude test that measures a person's skills and abilities for future academic and occupational success, particularly in the military. It is used to determine eligibility for enlistment and to match individuals with military career fields. The test has multiple subtests, which are used to calculate a score for general enlistment qualification (the AFQT) and other scores for specific job matches. Click HERE to learn more about taking the ASVAB.

The ASVAB is different from both the ACT and the SAT. The ACT and SAT measure achievement and are primarily used for college applications. The ASVAB measures aptitude and acquired skills which can be used to help predict future academic and occupational success. ASVAB scores thus give students insight into their options and aid them in planning their next step after high school.

Registration deadline is Monday, November 10th

Click HERE to register for the ASVAB on November 14th.

Ronald McDonald House Charity

For National Principal’s Month, NISD has a Fill the Bag program to support the Ronald McDonald House charity. From October 13th – October 23rd, we are collecting the items below to support Ronald McDonald House charity. If you would like to donate, you can drop off your donation to the Steele Front Office. Thank you for all your support!

Travel Size Deodorant, Travel Size Shampoo, Travel Size Conditioner, Travel Size Lotion, Travel Size Body Wash, Travel Size Shower Gel, Travel Size Mouthwash, Individually Packaged Toothbrushes, Dental Floss, Small Brush, Combs, and Pocket Tissues.

Our Steele chapter of DECA is collaborating with the other three sister chapters and running our own

donation fundraising campaign, called Show the Love, with the goal to raise $4,500 to help fund

the cost of 47 members competing this year. Our campaign to reach our goal will run from

October 7th through November 3rd. 100% of the donations will go directly to supporting the Steele DECA.

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) is an organization that prepares students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. It provides experience in leadership, community service, competition, and professional skills.

Our students are involved in:

• Competitive Events
• Conferences
• Community Outreach
• Networking
• Preparing for future careers

Click HERE to "Show The Love" to DECA!

Click HERE to register for this event and to receive the link to the event.

Hi Steele Families!

Come learn about our next incredible travel opportunity and find out where we're going for spring break 2027!

I'm so excited to tell you more about the trip we're planning with EF Tours, our educational partner. Please register for our info session to be considered for our upcoming travel opportunity.

In our session, we'll cover everything from how this opportunity will benefit your child, what's included in the experience, how we'll keep the trip safe and affordable, and much more. Plus, if we haven't met yet, it's a good chance to learn more about me as both an educator and a Group Leader.

Click here to register! Registration for this session is mandatory to help organize our meeting, and a parent or guardian must attend. Can't make it? Choose "No, but send info" so you don't miss out. I hope to see you there!

*These tours are not sponsored by Northwest ISD and/or Steele ECHS.

We have our Steele Parent Conference Nights coming up soon at Steele ECHS. This is a great opportunity for parents to meet with teachers and learn more about supporting your child in their classrooms. We will have three parent conference nights and each teacher will attend two of the nights. Reach out to our Steele teachers to see which nights they will be at Steele to schedule a parent conference. We look forward to seeing you at Steele!

Steele ECHS Parent Conference Nights

• Monday, October 6 from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm
• Monday, October 20 from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm
• Thursday, November 13 from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm

Each district high school – Byron Nelson, Eaton, Northwest and Steele Early College – will host its showcase in the evening, when students can learn about academic courses and extracurricular activities. Each showcase will begin at 5:30 p.m. Though the event is primarily aimed at 2026-2027 freshmen, any current Northwest ISD student or guardian is also welcome to attend.

In addition to general information about campus programs and opportunities, school faculty will provide students and families with information for course selection for the coming academic year. Current students involved in academies, extracurricular programs and other unique services will be on hand to share their experiences.

Calling ALL SENIORS: The FAFSA application is now open! ALL seniors are encouraged to complete the FAFSA or TASFA as soon as the application opens in order to increase their chances of obtaining financial aid to help pay for college. The Texas priority deadline for the FAFSA for most universities is January 15. *Be sure to check with each school you are applying to in order to confirm their FAFSA priority deadline.

Some colleges and scholarships may require applicants to complete the FAFSA in order to be eligible. Check with any institution you are applying to for more information.

Click HERE for an overview of the FAFSA from BigFuture (College Board) and the specific steps to complete it.

Students who are classified as a Texas Resident who cannot apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are encouraged to complete the TASFA. Click HERE for more information.

Click HERE for FAFSA Application

Would you like to feature your Senior in the Yearbook? You can purchase a Recognition Ad to share how special they are, find out more below. Click HERE to order your Recognition Ad.

Early voting begins Monday, October 20, and lasts through October 31! Northwest ISD’s operations funding election will be on the ballot listed as Proposition A. Voter approval of the measure would decrease class sizes in exchange for a 3-cent increase to the tax rate. Because of continued tax rate compression, voter approval of the measure would still result in a tax rate decrease from 2024. For more information or to see polling locations, visit www.nisdtx.org/election.

Calling All Juniors and Seniors!

Greetings Steele Early College High School Upperclassmen! Juniors and Seniors!

This is your chance to take part in the 190-year-strong Class Ring Tradition with potential savings up to $100 OFF until midnight September 29th! Start your design now at

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2004316/Steele-Early-College-High-School/

Reach out to our local Jostens team at 940-382-8948 or click the link in the video to email us.

Congratulations for earning the right to design and wear your custom class ring!!! Have a great day!

In the Steele Front Office, we have a few packets for Class Ring and Letter Jacket information.

Please direct any questions to our local Jostens office at 940-382-8948 (call or text) or email Ray.Office@Jostens.com

Click HERE for Video Information.

The PTA Texas Reflections program is part of the National PTA's long-standing arts program that encourages students of all ages and abilities to create original works of art based on an annual theme, fostering their artistic talent and self-confidence. Students can participate in categories like Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts. Entries are judged at local levels, with winners having the opportunity to advance through district, state, and national levels for awards and recognition. Click HERE for the PTA Reflections Form.

The theme this year is "I Belong!" Students need to submit their project before Friday, October 31. Students can submit their project and PTA Reflections Form to Mrs. Williams in Room 311-B. If you have any questions about the PTA Reflections program, contact our Steele PTSA at jmsteeleptsa@gmail.com. See attachment below for the PTA Reflections Form.

Early voting will take place October 20 to 31, and Election Day takes place Tuesday, November 4. If approved by voters, the election is projected to generate at least $12 million in new revenue for Northwest ISD. Of that projection, $8 million would go toward lower class sizes and student programs, and $4 million would go toward raises for teachers and support staff.

Operations Funding Election Website

Seniors – You are doing a great job of applying to colleges!!! Please use the instructions below to request transcripts.

Transcript Request/Graduation Verification

Northwest Independent School District has partnered with ScribOrder to offer a convenient and secure way to request transcripts, enrollment histories and education verifications online.

Click Here - https://www.nisdtx.org/students-families/records-management/transcript-request

If you need your TCC college transcripts, you can request them online through TCC.

You can order an official TCC PDF e-transcript or paper transcript online. PDF e-transcripts or paper transcripts can be sent to any college or university, or to any individual or third party, via email or postal mail.

Click HERE - https://www.tccd.edu/services/district-admissions-records-office/transcripts/

Sheneka Davis, Counselor

Steele Early College High School

sdavis01@nisdtx.org

During the school year, every Wednesday is "Where Are You Going Wednesday". All students and staff are encouraged to wear a college/university, military, and/or trade school shirt to school. This supports our campus culture of preparing and focused on post-secondary after high school. What school or military are you going to be representing? We Are Steele!

In compliance with state law, Northwest ISD has implemented a new personal device policy for students. This new policy prohibits students from using personal communications devices at any point during the school day, including lunch and passing periods. Examples of prohibited devices include smartphones, smartwatches, wireless earbuds and more.

Click HERE to see information and details about the Northwest ISD communication about Cell Phones.

See the two attachments below for additional NISD information and details.

• Students can not access their cell phone from 8:15 am - 3:40 pm.
• Cell phones must stay turned off in the backpack.
• Parents can still email their child using the student's NISD email address.
• During Power Hour every day (11:15 am - 12:30 pm), students are at lunch, tutorials, clubs, and more. If you need to pick your child up during Power Hour, please make sure your child knows what time to be in the front office to meet you.