From the Eagle's Nest
January Newsletter 2023
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Updates from the Superintendent
Our I-Ready Data Rocks!!!!
I-Ready Diagnostic K-2
Students in grades 3-6 will begin testing today. Please speak with your child about the importance of trying their best, applying their strategies, and taking their time. We cannot wait to celebrate their progress.
Welcome Ms. Garza, Instructional Coach
I am happy to introduce Ms. Garza as our schoolβs Instructional Coach/Lead Teacher! π
Mrs. Garza has been with the Brooks family since 2011. She has served as an elementary school teacher, a high school Spanish teacher, a lower school instructional coach, Dean of Students and was the Director of Virtual Instruction for Brooks Academies of Texas. Mrs. Garza obtained her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Educational Administration at Lamar University. During her free time, Mrs. Garza likes to spend time with her family, go shopping, and loves to garden.
Welcome Ms. Mejia, RTI Interventionist
Hello Doral Family!
My name is Katy Mejia. I am SO excited to meet you all! I am joining Doral Academy as the RTI K-2 Interventionist. I have taught from 1st grade all the way to 12th grade. I have experience in all types of intervention. I have worn many hats in education. I have been the Math and ESL Interventionist, RTI Coordinator, MTSS Facilitator, Dyslexia Teacher, 504 Coordinator, LPAC Coordinator, and most recently the Campus Testing Coordinator. I have worked with students from Nevada to Dallas, and now to Buda. I absolutely love working with all the students! I have a huge passion for students who are needing support, seeing what areas they need help in, filling those gaps, and helping them grow. I not only love working with the students but also the teachers and figuring out how to support them best.
I am also a wife and mom to 3 amazing boys. My family is my all and they are why I do what I do. I got into intervention when I noticed my first boy struggle academically and my passion grew from there. My kids keep me pretty busy along with our 2 dogs....they are also boys. I wouldn't want it any other way.
I look forward to meeting you all and working alongside you. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions: kmejia@doralacademytx.com
Staffing Updates!
- School Nurse - Ms. Garcia, full-time contracted nurse
- Occupational Therapy - We will be transitioning from contracted virtual services to in-person services the week of Jan. 17th
- Special Education - We interviewed for the Resource Room teacher position late last week and sent the offer letter yesterday. I will keep our families posted once we receive the offer letter acceptance.
- Counselor - This position is still vacant and we are actively seeking. Please email me at jdesousa@doralacademytx.com if your child needs to meet with a counselor.
Please click the link above to access the January Meal Calendars
Please be sure to log into your child's Titan accounts to check if there is a negative fund balance. We will be sending notifications home this week. Contact respinoza@doralacademytx.com if you need help logging into the Titan portal.
π Important Dates
- Quarter 3 Begins - January 4
- Early Release - Friday, January 13
- MLK day- NO School - Monday, January 16
- VIsion and Hearing Screenings - Parent authorization letters will be sent by the end of this week
- Kindness Day at Doral - January 17
- Science Fair (Grades K-2) - Thursday, January 19 @5:00 - 6:00 PM
- Science Fair (Grades 3-6) - Friday, January 20 @5:00 - 6:00 PM
- Charter School Choice Week January 23 - January 27
- Dress for success and look your best! Our Academica photographer will visit our campus on Tuesday, January 24th to take school life pictures, campus drone footage, and much more. Images will be used to market our school. :)
- School Board Meeting - January 24 @ 9:00 AM & Compliment Day at Doral
- 100th Day of School! - January 23
- Q2 Honor Roll - January 26
π‘ Curriculum & Testing Updates
- AR (Accelerated Reader is coming to Doral)!
- Grades K-2 are taking their MOY ( Middle of Year) Reading Test - Results we be shared once testing has concluded. The window closes Jan. 30th
- Grades 3-6 are scheduled to take AP2 on I-Ready. We are ready to celebrate our students' growth from the beginning of the year.
- Q2 Report Cards will be printed tomorrow and will be sent home by Friday, 1/13.
- Q2 Honor Roll Assembly will take place on Thursday, January 26th. Invitations will be sent for all A and A/B Honor Roll recipients.
Middle School Updates
- Doral will offer seventh grade next year. Please share with your family and friends!
- 5th grade families will be invited to our middle school parent meeting next month
- The leadership team will begin planning middle school scheduling and creating subject selections for students this month. Stay tuned!
π January Staff Member of the Month
Congratulations to Mr. Clark!!!!!
- Mr. Clark is wonderful with the students. He always has a positive attitude and works hard.
- Mr. Clark is always ready and willing to help in any way he can. Always with a smile on his face.
- Mr. Clark always has a smile on his face and is always willing and eager to help!
Join PTSA
- Enter https://www.joinpta.org/
- Select School District: Public Charter/Private
- Select PTA: Doral Academy of Texas Bida
- Follow the steps and register
Follow PTSA news on Instagram @PTSA at doraltx_PTSA