In the Den
May 2022 Edition
A message from the Administration and Counseling teams:
Every afternoon this school year we have paused for a minute to listen to words of wisdom from around the world (this is a component of our social and emotional curriculium-Project Wisdom). We've heard words from politicians, philosophers, and even religious leaders. So what now? What words will resonate as we wrap up this year? Have we made the impact we hoped? Our staff members spent countless hours supporting the adademic, social and emotional development of our students. There were many challenges, moments of frustration and even tears, but overall we had many victories, celebrations and smiles. To say we have all grown a little this year is an understatement.
As we find oursleves in the last month of school, please partner with us by encouraging your child to finish the school year on a positive note. They can achieve this by staying focused, completing assigments, doing their best on end of year exams, showing up each day, being on time, making good choices and BEING KIND!
"We all do foolish things every day. We say something we wish we hadn't said. We do something we wish we hadn't. We are too hard on ourselves about one thing and not hard enough about another. So our May goal is to do our very best to make wise choices and try not to exceed the limit when it comes to foolish behavior. Here's what American writer Elbert Hubbard says about this..."Every person is foolish for at least 5 minutes each day. Wisdom consists in not exceeding the limit." - (The quoted message is from Project Wisdom)
Let's make it a great last month, or not, the choice is OURS!
WE ARE DOBIE COUGARS
Dobie Den Recognitions
A message from the Military Student Specialist, Ronnie Williamson
Hello Cougar Family,
As this newsletter reaches you, we are in the closing weeks of the 2021–2022 school year. This has been an interesting year as we returned to a glimpse of what we remember as normal. In the remaining weeks when I meet with your military connected student, I am encouraging them to finish the year strong. Remember, tutor.com is an excellent resource available to qualified military connected students to assist in academics.
As we go into the summer, take advantage of the recreational resources (see the attachment below) available in the surrounding area and at Canyon Lake. We all deserve some family time and to re-charge after a very long but successful year.
If you have questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Have a wonderful summer!
Take care,
Ronnie Williamson| M.S.Ed
Military Student Specialist
Byron P. Steele HS & J. Frank Dobie JHS
(210) 619-4121
SEL Lessons with Ms. Carroll
Final Exams
*NO EARLY EXAMS- all exams must be taken at the assigned dates/times. If a student misses a final exam you can call the front office to scheudle a make-up during the first two weeks of summer.
Final Exam Exemption Request:
*Final Exemption Request Forms will be available for pick up in the upstairs counseling office starting May 9 and are due to Cougar Time teachers by May 18. Students are still required to attend class on the date they are exempt. The following courses are eligible if they meet the criteria outlined on the exemption form.
- Algebra I
Spanish I, II, & III
IPC (Integrated Physics & Chemistry)
Journalism I
Art I Survey
Principles of Business Marketing & Finance
Principles of Agriculture
A message from CIS
Cougar Family,
We are in the last days of our 2021-2022 school year. This is my first year with Communities In Schools and Dobie Junior High and I have to say it has been a fun and wild ride. I have enjoyed getting to know a lot of students on campus and I will miss seeing them this summer.
To our 8th graders who are preparing for their first year of high, good luck and I wish you nothing but a successful Freshman journey!
I hope al our families have a wonderful summer. May you have some fun adventures and enjoy the down time. If you need anything prior to end of year, please reach out! I value your partnership and the ongoing support!
Best wishes,
Leah Amescua, LMSW
Site Coordinator at J. Frank Dobie Junior High
Communities In School-South Central Texas
Email: lamescua@scuc.txed.net
Phone: 210-619-4136
Cell: 210-920-4818Art Showcase
School Nurse
Incoming 7th graders will need current immunizations to enroll.
Medical action plans are located on the Dobie website ner the Nurse tab. Please complete these and provide them to the nurse in August or during the first week of 2022-2023 School Year.
Summer Accelerated Learning (AL)
Date/Time
June 6-30 - Monday thru Thursday (no Fridays)
7:30-11:30 Breakfast and Lunch will be available
Accelerated Learning
Students who do not pass the Reading, Math or Algebra STAAR/EOC will be invited to participate in AL during the summer. HB 4545 requires students who do not pass or participate in a STAAR/EOC exam to receive 30 hours of focused instruction for the exam that was not passed or attempted. Science and Social Studies instruction will not take place during the summer.Prior to receiving official STAAR exam results, SCUC ISD elected to reflect on multiple data measures, one being the NWEA MAP Growth, to identify students who may not meet a passing standard. If your student was identified as a potential canidate for summer accelerated learning, you may be invited to attend an informational parent meeting this month. These meetings will take place via Zoom or a phone conference. Please note, summer learning is not open to all students. You will be contacted if your student is expected to attend.
2022-2023 Dobie Information
- Dobie Den Campus Tour and Information Day- August 2, 2022 (more information will be provided this summer).
- First day forms will be available on the parent Ascender portal starting July 29. Please complete prior to the first day of school.
- First Day- August 11, 2022.
- Schedule change process will be shared after the first day of school.
Important May Dates
May 2- 6- TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
May 2- Principal Appreciation DayMay 3 - Algebra EOC
May 5 - 8th Science STAAR
May 6- School Lunch Heros Day
May 6 - 8th Social Studies STAAR
May 8 - Mothers Day
May 10 - STAAR Makeup Day
May 11 - School Nurse Day
May 11 - 8th Math STAAR
May 12 - 8th Reading STAAR
May 13 - STAAR Makeup Day
May 16 - 7th Math STAAR
May 17 - 7th Reading STAAR
May 18 - STAAR Makeup Day
May 19 - STAAR Makeup Day
May 24-27 - Final Exams
May 27 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL- Early Release Day