Raba Rattler
April 2021 edition
A Message from Principal Neal
It's been especially heartwarming to see so many of our students back on campus. I cannot express how my heart leaps with joy each time I see a new face walk through our doors. We are seeing more children roaming our halls, sharing more celebrations, and making academic strides. Recent data has shown that overall, students perform significantly better in person. That's why I take such pride in the fact that approximately 68% of the 638 students enrolled at Raba are receiving instruction in their classroom. I am so proud of our staff and students for the hard work that they've invested in academic progress and in compliance with safety measures.
In short, a sense of normalcy is slowly returning to Raba, we are excited to announce that we are in the planning stages of our yearly field day, an upcoming book fair, and our annual (virtual) talent show. We are working collaboratively to make these events as fun and safe as possible for our students. More details and dates will be shared via our teachers' weekly newsletters.
I read this today, and loved it!
"When you see the GOOD, look for the GOOD,
expect the GOOD, you find the GOOD and… the GOOD finds you.
Remember, how you choose to see the world determines the world you see.
This is so fitting for this year! We choose to see the GOOD at Raba! We are grateful for a great team of professionals, awesome students, and incredible parents!
Let's finish this last quarter Raba strong!
Francesca L Neal
Principal
Thought of the Month.....
UPDATED SAFETY GUIDELINES
We are excited to continue to welcome more students into Raba every week. We remind you that we are only using our front car loop for arrival and dismissal. Please do not exit your vehicle, drop off at any of our side lots, or walk up with your child. We have loved how safe and efficient our procedures have been. Our students are safe, have gained independence, and instruction starts without disruptions.
Drop off can begin as early as 7 am. Please have your green screen ready. Keep in mind that our busy times are from 7:30 to 7:45 am now that we have more students in our building. After 7:50 am you will need to bring your child into the security lobby and show their green screen. We have staff that safely help your child to get him/her where they need to be.We have a long pick up line, thank you for helping our line move swiftly and efficiently by having unique numbers displayed and moving forward if you need more time. If you do not have the unique number then you will need to park and take your ID to the office to get a temporary slip then get in your car to get back in line. If you need bus services, please contact your child’s teacher. This has worked out so well this year for everyone!! We look forward to continuing these same procedures moving into the 2021-2022 school year!!
Reminders
- You should have received information regarding your child's data verification for the 2021-22 school year on HAC. To ensure your child has a spot for next year, please take a moment and complete the registration form.
April 2nd from 1:00pm - 6:00pm
We need 27 more donors – will it be you to save a life?
You've got an exciting blood drive coming your way! Help us make our blood drive a success by donating blood. Your gift will help us reach our goal - making a big difference in the lives of patients across South Texas!
As our thank you for your time, you'll score TWO $10 Rudy's BBQ vouchers and earn your DOUBLE POINTS to redeem in your donor store. Choose multiple eGift Cards from hundreds of options like Amazon, Walmart, Target, Starbucks, Lowe's & SO MANY MORE! Or STBTC merch like T-shirts, face masks, and tumblers! Find out more at SouthTexasBlood.org/Rewards.
Your drive details (Schedule your appointment by clicking the drive name):
Raba Elementary
04/02/21 (01:00 pm - 06:00 pm)
9740 Raba Drive
Professional Development Room
San Antonio, TX 78251
Every pint given by donors like you helps save up to three lives and touches the lives of so many more. You can make a huge impact on the people in your community just by donating blood. Make sure to schedule your appointment today and encourage a friend or co-worker to join you!
Your continued health and safety is our top priority, which is why we are taking the following measures and protocols: we continue to require staff and donors to wear masks, donations are by appointment only, and adequate social distancing is provided at check-in, waiting areas, and donor beds.
Once you make an appointment, if you are unable to keep it, please let us know by calling 210-731-5590.
Questions about your eligibility? Call 210-731-5555, x2243
We look forward to seeing you there!
April 5th, Show Your Support Autism Acceptance Month Wear Blue Or Autism Shirt
April 5th - 9th
April 5th - 9th
April 15th
April 19th - 23rd
Administration Week, lets show our Secretaries that we appreciation them for all they do!!
April 22nd
April 26th
STEM @ Raba! (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
How can you make a STEMtastic creation? Check out the rubric in the Padlet! Need a tool to plan out your creation? Check out the Padlet!
Post a photo of your completed creation on our Rattler STEM April Challenge Padlet!
https://padlet.com/sandra_deleon/Apr2021RabaSTEM
Participants will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win having lunch with or a personal read aloud by Ms. de Leon, Mrs. Diaz (vice principal), or Mrs. Neal (principal)! (in person or virtual)
Box Tops!
HOW TO EARN
BOX TOPS MAKES IT EASY.
No more clipping. No more sending Box Tops to school. All you need is your phone. Download the ALL-NEW Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will automatically credit your school's Box Tops earnings online.
BOX TOP CLIPS ON PACKAGES
You can still clip them and send them to school. Physical Box Top clips are being phased out of production but may continue to be found on many products throughout the store. Send your clipped Box Tops, along with any unexpired clips you may have at home, to your participating school.*
Raba Elementary
Website: http://nisd.net/schools/info/167
Location: 9740 Raba Drive, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-1350
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/rabaelementaryes/
Twitter: @NISDRaba