Paw Prints Parent Newsletter
September 19th-October 1st
"GOING FOR THE GOAL!"
The International School At Salyers IN ACTION
Uvalde Strong
21st Century
9/11
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day
Hispanic Heritage Month
3rd Grade Winners
3rd Grade Winners
A Message from Principal Presswood
Thank you to everyone that came out to our Grandparents Day Luncheon and our first Welcome Wednesday lunch. It was a huge success and our scholars were so happy to eat with their families. I invite all of you to come out and join us on Friday, October 7th for our First Friday Family picnic. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs because we are going to have a great time and soak up some sun while we're at it.
Our goal as a campus is to achieve Excellence....EVERY DAY in EVERY WAY! Please help our scholars exhibit excellence by ensuring they wear their school uniforms Monday-Thursday and school spirt shirt or college shirt with blue or black jeans on Fridays.
Tops: Navy blue, white, hunter green, or grey collared shirt (Please NO polos that are red, black, gold, light blue, etc.)
Bottoms: Khaki, navy blue or black uniform pants, dresses, skirts. (Please NO JEANS Monday-Thursday)
Outerwear: Navy blue, white, green, or black light jackets, cardigans.
Tennis shoes and closed toe shoes only.
Beginning, Monday 9/26, we will begin issuing uniform violations. Any scholars that receive three uniform violations in a semester will lose school privileges including but not limited to detention, or loss of specials, loss of grade level field trip, etc.
Finally, as you all may have heard once or twice before, it takes a village to raise a child and I am so proud to partner with you to be the village. Today, I am seeking help from the village. In the past two to three weeks or so, I have received an uptick in reports of bullying from both parents and our scholars. Our goal at the International School At Salyers is to ensure we are providing a safe learning environment where our scholars can learn and grow. This is not possible if our scholars do not feel safe when they come to school for fear of being hit, called names, purposefully excluded, etc.
This is where your help comes in:
Take Steps To Stop It Checklist
- Start early . Parent/child talks are essential. Teach kids to respect others before they start school and continue to talk about this topic on an ongoing basis. Even small acts of teasing should be stopped in their tracks. Don’t fail to correct this kind of behavior due to a child’s young age. This is exactly when to stop it.
- Teach your children how to be assertive. Encourage your children to express their feelings clearly, say no when they feel uncomfortable or pressured, stand up for themselves without fighting and walk away in dangerous situations.
- Stop bullying when you see it . Adults who remain silent when bullying occurs are encouraging it and making it worse.
- Listen and support children who speak up. Telling an adult about bullying is not easy for children. If a child comes to you seeking assistance with bullying, spend time listening to them and provide affirmation and support before taking actions. Read through and discuss our Bullying Checklist with your child as a resource.
- Recognize the signs of depression. Youth who experience persistent bullying can develop signs of depression like sadness, isolation, poor concentration and sleeping problems. These symptoms can affect their relationships and school performance. Many children do not recognize or speak up about their emotional needs. Make sure to reach out and get them help when you see these signs.
- Tell your children to take action when they see bullying behavior. Tell them to speak out against the bully and inform a teacher if the behavior doesn’t stop. Bullying continues only when we allow it to.
Source: https://www.mhanational.org/bullying-tips-parents
What Parents Can Do to Help Schools Prevent Bullying
Every adult plays an important role in addressing bullying and making schools a safer place for children to learn and employees to work.
Bullying can take many forms, such as hitting or punching (physical bullying); teasing or name-calling (verbal bullying); intimidation using gestures or social exclusion (nonverbal bullying or emotional bullying); unwanted sexual contact (sexual bullying); and sending insulting messages by e-mail, texting or social media sites (cyber bullying).
Parents
- Talk to your child about bullying.
- Ask your child questions
- If you believe your child is the victim of bullying, please report it to a campus administrator as soon as possible.
- Report your concerns to the school.
- Does not want to go to school;
- Dislikes or has lost interest in school work;
- Has few, if any, friends;
- Appears sad, anxious or moody when talking about school;
- Complains of headaches, stomach aches;
- Has unexplained cuts, bruises and/or scratches;
- Appears afraid of going back to school;
- Returns from school with torn, damaged or missing articles of clothing, books or belongings; and/or
- Has trouble sleeping and/or has frequent nightmares.
I want you all to know, we take bullying very serious and any scholar that is involved in bullying or harming others in any way will receive consequences including, but not limited to lunch detention, after-school detention, removal from field trips, removal from special areas, permanent removal from the bus, in-school suspension, and out-of-school suspension. If your child is being bullied or no longer wants to come to school because someone is not treating them right, please report it immediately. You can send me an email at awhitehe@springisd.org or our school counselor at shicks2@springisd.org.
I thank you all for your help in making our school a safer place to be.
Sincerely,
Principal Presswood
Email: awhitehe@springisd.org
Assistant Principal Message
Dear Parents,
Can you believe it’s been six weeks of school already?! We wanted to take the opportunity to say “thank you” to many of you who have partnered with us to address behavioral concerns with some of our scholars, as they adjust to their new school environment. We recognize that parents and teachers all want the best for our scholars! Research shows that students are more likely to have improved behavior when there is parental involvement.
While there are some behavior concerns we are still addressing, in many instances, our scholars are getting use to CHAMPS and our PBIS process. From Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade, CHAMPS is in full effect in the cafeteria, in the hallways, and during restroom breaks. So, we ask that you continue to stress the importance of following CHAMPS, our school-wide rules, classroom expectations, and appropriate bus behavior.
Email: kwilli11@springisd.org
Twitter: @WillisKetina
Attendance Updates
Our schoolwide attendance goal is 95%. Our average for the last 2 weeks was 90%
Attendance for September 19th- September 30th
EE- 71.2%
PK- 85.74%
KG- 89.74%
1st- 89.37%
2nd- 90.39%
3rd- 93.27%
4th- 91.25%
5th- 93.64%
Bi-Weekly School Wide Attendance 89.95%
***Remember, School starts at 8:05 a.m. AND Scholars are tardy at 8:10 a.m.
Academic Specialist
Email: mcoody@springisd.org
Twitter: @MonicaCoody
Math Coach/Technology Update
In order for your child to receive their Chromebook, each parent is required to sign up for their student to obtain a device for school use. Please complete and submit the 2022-2023 Blended Learning Innovator Designation form by scanning the QR code provided.
Please keep in mind, all Chromebook must be returned to Salyers Elementary at the end of this school year.
We look forward to engaging in this new technological experience with your support!
Counselor Corner
September is Suicide Prevention Month:
The Society for Prevention of Teen Suicide, Inc. (SPTS) is a non-profit community organization founded in 2005 by two fathers who each experienced a devastating loss of a teenage child by suicide. The organization is dedicated to increasing awareness and reducing the stigma of suicide through specialized training programs and outreach resources that empower teens, parents and educational leaders with the guidance and skills needed to help those at-risk
of suicide build a life resiliency.
Please click the link for Suicide warning signs:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nNC5Ivn9YHHvC1aI2sxDz_Em7pBTF7al/view?usp=sharing
Email: shicks2@springisd.org
Website: https://www.springisd.org/salyers2
Location: 25705 West Hardy Road, Spring, TX, USA
Phone: 281-891-8570
Twitter: @CounselorHicks
2022-2023 Uniform Policy
Please mark your calendars for the important upcoming dates...
Tuesday, September 20th
End BOY Assessments:
Circle for PK
mCLASS for K-2nd
MAP Math for K-5th
MAP Reading for 3rd-5th
Wednesday, September 21st
Welcome Wednesday-3rd Wednesday Family Lunch
Thursday, September 22nd
National Ice Cream Cone Day-Ice Cream on a Cone-$1
Friday, September 23rd
Pastries with Parents Parent Vision Boards and PTO Meeting from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Saturday, September 24th
District Hispanic Heritage Celebration for 21st Century at Eickenroht ES from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Friday, October 7th
First Friday Family Picnic
Friday, October 14th
Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly at 1:45 p.m.
October 2nd
Jaron R.- 4th Grade
October 3rd
Andrea A.G.- 3rd Grade
Tony C.- 3rd Grade
Jackeline C.F.- Kindergarten
Elijah H.- Kindergarten
October 4th
Leah O.G.-Kindergarten
October 5th
Brooklyn S.- 4th Grade
Kaane S.- PK
October 6th
Dailynn M.- Kindergarten
Tori P.- 5th Grade
Kamori P.- PK
Jayce S.- PK
October 7th
Lamyia D.- 1st Grade
October 8th
Jamez R.-3rd Grade
October 9th
Isaiah B.-3rd Grade
October 10th
Edgar C.-1st Grade
Jermani G.- 1st Grade
Aaron H.S.-PK
Yerick R.- 5th Grade
October 11th
Malaya B.- Kindergarten
October 12th
Riley B.- Kindergarten
Ty'Ceon C.- 2nd Grade
Omarion R.- 5th Grade
Leanne S.- 1st Grade
October 13th
Karlecia P.-Kindergarten
October 15th
Nicole P.M.- 3rd Grade
2022-2023 Calendar
Spring Independent School District Updates
Spring ISD celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Every year, from September 15 through October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. The influences of these fellow Americans have been highlighted for more than 50 years, first proclaimed by President Johnson in 1968.
Spring ISD is located in one of the most diverse areas in the country. Every day, we celebrate the fact that our students, families, and staff come from all walks of life, with a truly diverse community that varies in thought, experience, and worldview.
From our emergent bilingual programs to our traditional Hispanic performing arts to Spanish-immersive curriculum, Spring ISD aims to highlight, preserve, and celebrate the district’s Hispanic heritage every single day.
You are invited to help celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, all month long!
First, join the conversation by sharing photos of campus celebrations using the hashtag #CelebremosSpring. Be sure and tag the district social media accounts as well, on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Second, you can highlight yourself, a student, a teacher, a staff member, or anyone else from the Spring ISD community who deserves a shoutout. Just submit using this Google form.
Spring ISD Board of Trustees calls for $850 million bond referendum
Spring ISD voters will decide on a $850 million bond measure on the Nov. 8 general election ballot, with three propositions that would include the rebuilding of Spring High School, construction of a district wide education and performance facility, renovations for several campuses, updates to technology, and safety and security features for all campuses. After hearing the recommendation from the Bond Steering Committee, the Spring ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved calling the election that will seek voter approval to fund the following projects: Improve the district’s safety and security capabilities Rebuild Spring High School Refresh the current or design the future Westfield High, Reynolds Elementary, and Jenkins Elementary Schools based on community feedback Address districtwide facility maintenance improvements Build a districtwide education and performance facility. Spring ISD would utilize this building as a reunification center in the event of emergencies. The center will also be used for districtwide and community educational events, graduation ceremonies, performance and visual arts programs, and indoor athletic events and competitions. In addition, the proposed measures would include funds to address districtwide technology and specific safety and security needs, including: Add shooter-detection systems for all locations Enhance the coverage and density of security camera systems Provide technology improvements Purchase regular education and special needs buses “I am so appreciative of the many hours our Bond Steering Committee put in to ensure they had a firm understanding of the safety and security, facility and technology needs we have in the district,” said Dr. Lupita Hinojosa, Spring ISD Superintendent. “Our students and their learning are at the core of everything we do, and now more than ever we have a responsibility to provide them with a safe and innovative learning environment.” The Bond Steering Committee dedicated many hours to reviewing safety, security and facility maintenance needs. Its recommendation presented to the Board also addressed technology and rebuild projects. The committee was composed of parents, teachers, staff, students, current and former board trustees as well as faith-based leaders and community/business members. “This bond presents us with the opportunity to provide our students with the tools and facilities they need to succeed and thrive, all while doing so in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment,” said Spring ISD Board of Trustees President Justine Durant. If approved by voters, design work of the new construction projects is projected to begin in Spring 2023, with the first construction projects starting in Fall 2024. The potential $850 million bond is estimated to require a property tax increase of 5 cents per $100 of valuation, which is expected to be offset by an anticipated decrease in the 2022 tax rate; therefore, the resulting tax rate will be the same or lower than the current tax rate. In 2016, voters supported the district by passing a $330 million bond program, which was completed in 2021. Click here for more detailed information about the work completed under the 2016 bond. For more information on the 2022 bond, please click here.
Salyers Elementary School
Website: https://www.springisd.org/salyers2
Location: 25705 W Hardy Rd, Spring, TX 77373, USA
Phone: (281) 891-8570
Twitter: @SalyersElemCubs