Hawk Talk
March 1-5, 2021
A Message from the Principal
Hobby Family,
I want to thank everyone who made “I Heart Learning night” a very special event for our community, it was an amazing opportunity to reconnect with students and families.
When we started planning this event, I really thought the winners would be our students, but in the end it lifted our spirits as educators, as much it did for the students and families.
After this event and an overwhelming response to the hands-on activities, we have had a number of students and families wanting to return to the building for in-person learning.
If you would like to have your child return to “in-person” learning or even attempt without a full commitment please call the front office 210-397-6300 and we will be happy to assist in the process.
Praise, Promote & Protect.
You Matter!
TCB
Hobby Hawk Habit for the Week
Win and lose with grace. Praise your opponent. Do not brag when you win, or make excuses when you lose.
Important Hobby Dates
TELPAS testing March 1-5
Monday 3/1
College shirt Day
Intramurals after school
Tuesday 3/2
Immunization bus @Hobby
Wednesday 3/3
Pillar of Character Recognition
Thursday 3/4
Food Distribution @Hobby
Boys and Girls Track Meets @4:45pm
Intramurals after school
Friday 3/5
Spirit Shirt Day
Saturday 3/6
Week of March 8-12 is Spring Break for NISD students
* Early Release Days: March 24, April 28 and May 19
High School Courses Semester Exams- Monday is March 1st!
In the past, high school seniors have been able to exempt final exams if they met specific criteria. On Tuesday, February 23rd, the NISD School Board approved final exam exemptions for all students enrolled in high school credit courses if they meet the following criteria:
1. Between March 1 and June 3rd, students must have 3 or fewer absences.
2. The student must have a 70 (might want to repeat), for the spring.
3. The student must have passed the first semester of the course.
4. The student's conduct must be 'satisfactory' or better.
5. For attendance purposes, the student must engage in the class during the time of the exam.(they may NOT use the exam day as one of the 3 absences).
Important STAAR Testing Information for Parents
You've got an exciting opportunity with a blood drive coming your way! Help us make our blood
drive a success by donating. Your gift will help us reach our goal of 30 units of blood - making a big
difference in the lives of patients across South Texas!
As a thank you for your time, you'll score:
● $10 Amazon gift card
● $10 Rudy’s BBQ voucher
● Your CHOICE of thank-you gift from your online donor store. Choose an eGift Card from
hundreds of options like Amazon, Walmart, Target, Starbucks, Lowe's even STBTC
merchandise like T-shirts, face masks, and tumblers! Find out more at
SouthTexasBlood.org/Rewards.
Questions about your eligibility? Call (210)-731-5555, x2243
Your continued health and safety is our top priority which is why we are taking the following
measures and protocols: donations are by appointment only, staff and donors are required to wear
masks, 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.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tennis Season Comes to an End
Your Hobby Hawks finished their season yesterday by defeating the Bernal Black Knights 7-4. The Hawks definitely finished the season strong by sweeping all the Doubles Matches which was the first time all season!! Coach Hosey is proud of all of you!!
The Hawks had a record of 5-1, only losing to the defending champion Garcia Gladiators.
Our Hawks finished 3rd in the North Zone and 5th in district!!!
Health Information from the Nurse
IMMUNIZATION BUS COMING TO HOBBY!
TUESDAY MARCH 2nd 10 am - 2pm
6th and 7th grade immunizations needed : 1 TDAP and 1 MCV4.
If your student has these immunizations please email a copy/photo to my email as soon as possible so your student is not delinquent.
Free Covid Testing
Dub Farris Athletic Complex – Drive-thru
8400 North Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249
Date: Monday through Friday (WEEKLY)
Hours: 8am to 4pm CST
Results available 3-5 days after testing. You will receive an automated text/email when results are available. If you have any questions, please contact the Spartan Medical Call Center at 1-888-998-3568 or go to texas.spartancovidtesting.com
If your child, or someone in your house has tested for COVID over the weekend, do not send your child school. Contact the nurse at 210-397-6309 or email the nurse at Tracy.Solis@nisd.net
Counselor Connection
Food Distribution has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 4th. Please email me any names of students who are in need of a box of food. Please know that this applies to Faculty and Staff as well.
SPECIAL ED RESOURCES
Important Yearbook Information
Sea World Discount Passes
Spring Break is almost here, the weather is warming up, and SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica Waterpark is open for business. The Northside Education Foundation (NEF) has discounted tickets. Check out what's available. For more information and to purchase tickets, please call NEF at 210-397-8599. Follow NEF on Facebook and Twitter for information about theme park promotions year round.
SeaWorld San Antonio one-day ticket
$55 (price goes up April 1)
Aquatica one-day ticket
$55
SeaWorld San Antonio & Aquatica one-day ticket
$75
Parking pass
$25
There is no processing fee or tax. Call the NEF Office at (210) 397-8599 to purchase. A ticket voucher will be emailed to you to be redeemed at SeaWorld San Antonio. All tickets are valid for a year after purchase. All prices are subject to change at any time. Park products, hours and services are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. Tickets are non-transferrable, non-refundable and not for resale. Offers subject to change without notice. Once you purchase your ticket and parking, it’s important to make an online reservation here. Bookmark NEF for more info.
FREE
FREE
Parents can register their children, ages 5 and under, for a Preschool Card. Certified pre-K through 12th grade teachers with an active teacher ID can register for a SeaWorld Teacher Card. IMPORTANT: The registration deadline for both cards is March 7, 2021. Both cards provide unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Antonio through January 2, 2022. These offers are only available online and for Texas residents. Parents and teachers can upgrade their cards to include Aquatica Waterpark for just $30.
NEW: Parent Single Sign On to Access State Assessment
Assessment Scores in HAC - ALL LEVEL
A student’s state assessment score history is now available 24/7 through Northside ISD’s Home Access Center (HAC). Directions are attached to be shared with parents electronically as scores are released.
If parents do not currently have a HAC account, they may follow the instructions here to create one. Once the account has been created, parents may view their child’s state assessment score history by following the steps attached.
Links:
Access Your Child's State Assessment Scores 2020-2021_English
Access Your Child's State Assessment Scores 2020-2021_Spanish
N-Genius- Help with Devices
Northside now has N-genius, a “Geek-Squad” located at the Kelly Smith Technology Center
to support student issues with the school issued technology. Therefore, Hobby will no longer swap out chromebooks. If a student’s Chromebook is damaged or malfunctions, contact the student hotline at (210) 397-0020 to schedule an Ngenius appointment. If needed, while the Chromebook is under repair, Hobby will issue a loaner Ipad so the student can access Schoology and be marked present in their classes.
Lawrence Carranco
Email: lawrence.carranco@nisd.net
Website: nisd.net/hobby
Location: 11843 Vance Jackson Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-397-6300
Twitter: @ElCarranco1