RAPTOR NEWS
December 2020
At Rhodes:
We believe in servicing the whole student to promote academic learning.
We believe in promoting a partnership between students, parents, teachers, and the community.
We believe in continuous learning and growth for all.
We believe our campus should provide a safe, positive, inclusive, caring, and welcoming learning environment.
We believe in supporting every student in order for them to reach their maximum potential.
We believe in mutual respect.
As winter break draws near, please remember that school is in session through Friday, December 18th and attendance will be taken and monitored. We will continue to work together as a community to ensure that every student meets the minimum requirement of attending school. Schools will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2021.
I wish you a safe and restful holiday season and a very happy new year!
Vicki Kilpatrick
10 Days of Holiday Cheer
Fall Pictures-Dec. 8th
If your child is virtual, they can still take photos as well. Click on this Link to sign your child up for a time slot for your child to take their picture. The times are from 1:00-6:00 pm.
A screener will be required for all virtual students coming for pictures. Students will need their masks to enter the building. The student will be escorted in the side door to the library for their picture. We ask the parent/driver to wait in their vehicle.
You can find the link to Lifetouch here:http://mylifetouch.com
Our campus code is EVT8VFBWQ
Teacher Planning Days
12/9-Kinder
12/10-2nd Grade
12/11-3rd Grade
12/14-4th Grade
12/15-5th Grade
12/16-1st Grade
12/17-Pre-K
The 19-20 Yearbooks Have Arrived!!!
NISD Announces added Student Early Dismissal Days for Teacher Planning Time
We are in the midst of a school year unlike any other. For Northside teachers, the challenges are especially demanding as they must balance the academic needs of both in-person and virtual learners.
“Our teachers have shown remarkable flexibility and creativity in approaching this new way of teaching and learning, but it has become clear that we need to provide additional support,” said Dr. Brian Woods, Superintendent. “Their workloads have changed dramatically from a normal school year, yet they still have the same amount of planning time.”
“We believe the quality of instruction will improve with teachers having more time to prepare quality lessons, develop assessments, analyze student data, and collaborate as a professional learning community,” he added.
This week, the NISD Board of Trustees approved changes to the District’s 2020-2021 school calendar that will give teachers more time for planning.
Beginning in January 2021, six Teacher Planning Time/Student Early Dismissal Days have been added to this year’s school calendar. On these days, teachers at every level will have an additional three hours of planning time. The dates are Wednesdays on Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 24, April 28, and May 19.
Elementary schools will dismiss at 11:45 a.m., middle schools at 12:40 p.m., and high schools at 1 p.m. For families who need it, adult supervision will be available at all elementary schools, so students can remain on campus until the end of the normal school day. Learning Tree will also be available at traditional times.
“We understand that by providing this additional time for teachers, it affects our families too, so we wanted to give you time to prepare and address questions about transportation, meals, and supervision,” Woods explained.
“We appreciate your partnership and understanding as we work together to support our students and teachers in Northside ISD,” said Woods.
For additional information, click below for a list of Frequently Asked Questions, or contact the principal at your child’s school.
Kinder Round Up
Health Screener
If you need any assistance, we are happy to help! We appreciate your support!
Morning Drop- Off
1. Fill out your child's health screener the night before or in the morning before you leave the house. Take a screenshot on your phone to show us!
2. Make sure your child has their mask on before our staff greet you.
3. Help your child be ready to hop out of the car right when we walk up. Backpacks should be ready to go.
4. Children should exit from the curb side of the car.
5. Give that last kiss goodbye quickly! :)
We appreciate your help in keeping our lines moving in the mornings.
Announcements From Mrs. Tomasino
Attention 5th Grade Parents!
Information about the Middle School Magnet Schools
For more information about these campuses and the application process, please visit this website:
No Cost Flu Clinic-December 11th
Parent and Family Engagement Session
Please support Rhodes PTA-Dec. 9th
PTA Fundraiser-Extended!
As you may have heard, our fall fundraiser has begun! This year we are fundraising with Boon Supply and everything will be virtual. There are no order forms, no checks to collect, and no handing out items.
Please check your email for the parent letter where you will find the link for our School Store. You may share this link with family and friends.
All items will be sent directly to the purchaser and Rhodes will receive 40% of all sales.
Our school store is now open, so you can start shopping!
If you have any questions about the fundraiser, please email our PTA at PTA.Rhodes@gmail.com
Thank you for your support!
Rhodes Elementary
Email: Vicki.kilpatrick@nisd.net
Website: https://nisd.net/rhodes/
Location: 5714 North Knoll, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: (210)397-4000
Twitter: @NISDRhodes