Return to Learn
Weekly Newsletter 10/30/2020
Message to Parents from Superintendent, Dr. Jeanette Ball
Dear Judson ISD Families,
Parent Online Academy
Our Parent Online Academy is designed to provide short and informative online sessions to support parents. At the same time, their students are enrolled in the remote learning option, known as J-Learning at Home. Visit the Parent Online Academy webpage for more resources such as Chromebook Help, Parent Self-Serve Information, and an Introduction to CANVAS.
Below are some upcoming October virtual events with Zoom links.
- November 2- Accessing Report Cards Online JOIN HERE at 7 pm; the password is jisd2020.
We are currently planning short, online parent training sessions for the coming months and need your input. Please take just a couple of minutes and let us know topics for training that might be of interest to you by completing this concise survey. Your time and your ideas are very much appreciated!
Below are a few helpful links:
- Introduction to CANVAS for parents
- Guía de Canvas en Español para padres
- Online Parent Academy: Calendar of Events
How to Access Report Cards
Updates to our Return to Learn Guidance Document
If you have any questions about the document, please contact your student's principal.
Friendly Reminder!
JISD'S First Ever Beep N' Treat
Judson ISD held its first-ever Beep N Treat, where the community drove through the sights and sounds of over 50 vehicles representing different storybook characters. All 32 campuses, community members, and district office departments gathered together in record-holding low temperatures to give back to our Judson ISD families. Many smiles were made that night as the DJ played some spooky tunes to entertain the trunk-or-treaters.
We would like to give a big thank you to our participants, Police Department, Maintenance Department, Volunteers, City of Converse, and Judson ISD Communications Team- the event would not have been possible without your support!
PRIMARY CARE that comes to U!
JISD Immunization drive for middle school & high school students.
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2020 - Metzger MS - 7475 Binz Engleman Rd, Converse, TX
- Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 - Woodlake Hills MS - 6625 Woodlake Pkwy, SA, TX
- Monday, Nov. 9, 2020 - Kitty Hawk MS - 840 Old Cimarron Trail, Universal City, TX
- Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 - Kirby MS & Wagner HS @ Wagner HS - 3000 N. Foster Rd. SA, TX
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2020 - Judson HS - 9142 FM78, Converse, TX
- Friday, Nov. 20, 2020 - Judson MS/JSTEM - 9695 Schaefer Rd., Converse, TX
To facilitate safe social distancing requirements, we ask ALL parents to register students for appointments online at www.healthyUexpress.com.
For more information, please check out our flyer attached below or contact your campus.
Curbside Meal Service Changes
Judson ISD recently made changes to its curbside meal service to accommodate the growing number of students returning to our physical campuses. The District still has four locations where no cost curbside meals are available to students for pickup. As a result, October 23, 2020, was the last day for daily curbside distribution of meals at all our campuses. Currently, meals will be served at our campuses in either the school cafeteria or classrooms.
JISD will continue to serve curbside meals at the following locations from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Monday through Friday:
- Judson High School
- Wagner High School
- Spring Meadows Elementary
- Rolling Meadows Elementary
If this change produces a hardship for your family, please contact your campus and/or JISD Child Nutrition to inquire about alternative arrangements. This change aims to best utilize the resources available so the district can better address the shifting student needs developing at our schools. Our intent is that no student goes hungry, regardless if they are enrolled in virtual instruction or in-person.
Red Ribbon Week
Judson ISD took part in Red Ribbon Week’s fight against drugs from Monday, Oct. 26, to Friday, Oct. 30, with each campus-level having set dress-up days and activities.
Red Ribbon Week is part of the Red Ribbon Campaign that began in 1985 in honor of former DEA Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena. To continue his fight against illegal drugs, the campaign was started to raise awareness of their dangers and prevent their use among children and young adults.
For more information about Red Ribbon Week, visit www.redribbon.org. #redribbonweekJISD #JudsonISD #BeHappyBeBraveBeDrugFree.
Crestview Elementary
Woodlake Elementary
"Follow your dreams, don't bully, or do drugs."
Judson Middle School
Wortham Oaks Elementary
Paschall Elementary
Explore the world, not Drugs!
Escondido Elementary
Volunteer Sign Up
Just a few hours a week can have a meaningful impact on a school or child. Whether mentoring a student, helping the front office greet visitors, or providing classroom assistance, it's through the efforts of people like you that we can do great things. Volunteers play a vital role in transforming our schools and the educational experience of our students.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- All volunteers must complete an application at JISD Frontline Volunteering.
- All volunteers must consent to a background check each school year.
- Volunteers must read the Volunteer Handbook Training.
Senior Citizen Gold Cards
You must reside inside the Judson ISD district. Be sure to bring in a photo ID that shows your name, age, and proof of residency inside Judson ISD.
Call 210-945-55410 if you have any questions and to schedule an appointment for pick-up.
Free/Reduced Lunch Applications: It Still Matters
The Judson ISD Child Nutrition Department wants you to know that even though all meals are no cost to students through the end of 2020, the Free/Reduced Price Meal applications are still critical…to you and your student because it’s about more than just food.
Did you know that this application also...
- Can provide discounted fees to register for AP tests (from $64 to $18)
- Help pay fees to participate in sports
- Can reduce costs of college applications (discounted or even no cost)
- Help you qualify for low-cost internet service
- Has a bearing on funding for school programs and services for students
The no-cost meal program will, at some point, end, and we want to make sure that your child gets a nutritious meal without financial roadblocks. See if you qualify. Or, you can get going by filling out the Free/Reduced Meal application now.
These applications are accepted all year, but the earlier you apply, the sooner you can benefit from meals and discounts.
*Note: If your child attends a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) designated school, you do not need to submit this application.
Need more information? Call us at 210-945-6720
Tell us your story!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Judson ISD's Multimedia Coordinator, Briana Estrada, at 210-945-5411 or bestrada@judsonisd.org. Thank you in advance for your participation.
Judson ISD
Email: returntolearn@judsonisd.org
Website: www.judsonisd.org
Location: 8012 Shin Oak Drive, Live Oak, TX 78233, USA
Phone: (210)-945-5100