Howdy Trailblazers
Oct. 24 - Nov. 4 , 2022
Greetings from Principal Bueno
As a reminder, report cards for the first grading period posted to HAC this past Friday. I encourage parents to review their child's first quarter grades and please do not hesitate to reach out to teachers with any concerns you may have regarding your child's academic progress. Teachers are currently scheduling fall conferences, but are always available to speak to parents regarding any concerns or questions you may also have.
It's been a busy time for our staff since starting school this year. Our teachers are balancing tight schedules to support various levels of learners and small group instruction has become the prevalent mode of teaching. Although we are past one year pandemic residuals, we are still continuously supporting our students with social emotional learning lessons that are being taught daily by classroom teachers to support the "whole child". My biggest hopes for the second quarter are for our students to continue to demonstrate academic gains and students continue to feel safe and emotionally supported by our staff.
Parents, please remember daily attendance for our Trailblazers is critical. Texas Education Code states students must be present in class 90% of the time in order to earn course credit or be promoted to the next grade level. Please remember students should be seated in their desks ready to learn at 7:45 a.m. each morning. Tardy slips will be issued to all students arriving after 7:45 a.m.
PTA is seeking more volunteers and donations from parents and staff for our annual Monster Mash. Please consider volunteering your time for the event, less volunteers means less games and booths for families, and essentially less money to be profited from the event. The sign up link and details are included below. Thank you in advance to those who have already signed up to volunteer. Administration and PTA truly appreciates your time and support.
Lastly, the 50th Day of School will be celebrated next Monday. We hope our Trailblazers join us in the celebration. It's always a lot of fun for our students and staff. Details can be found below.
Make it an Ott-some week Trailblazers! #GLOWatOtt #NISDIgnited
Principal Bueno
Welcome New 4th Grade Teacher - Ms. Morgan
Hello! I am Ms. Morgan and I am very excited to be a 4th grade teacher this year at Ott Elementary! I am a San Antonio native who grew up in Northside ISD from elementary school through high school. I went to college in Dallas at Southwestern Assemblies of God University where I received my Bachelors degree in elementary education.
This is my 7th year in education. I taught 2nd grade for three years in Dallas before I made the move to New York City where I taught grades 3- 5 in the South Bronx for three more years. It has always been a dream of mine to get to teach in Northside. I am very excited to return to my roots and look forward to partnering with parents as well as loving and teaching kiddos as this year progresses.
Popcorn Fundraiser
Winter Coat Drive Begins - Oct. 31
Luna M.S. Elective Night - Nov. 1
Ott Kite Day - Nov. 4
Children's Book Week Nov. 7 - 11
Picture Retakes - Nov. 9
Veterans Day Ceremony - Nov. 11
From the Superintendent Dr. Woods
Attendance Matters
Northside continues to ask you to make your child's attendance a priority. Research shows that school attendance leads to future success and brings numerous benefits to students, including higher academic achievements.
Texas Education Code states that the students must be present in class 90% of the time in order to earn course credit or be promoted to the next grade level.
When students are tardy to school, they are missing valuable morning time with their class. Morning meetings begin promptly at 7:45 and this time allows for students to get ready for a successful day. We will begin recording tardies to school (arriving after 7:45 am).
As a reminder, not only do absences lead to learning loss, they can also lead to social-emotional deficiencies. We encourage all parents and students to make school attendance a top priority except for time when the student is sill. Be sure to send a note upon your student's return to school.
Safety Message - October 2022
Please click here of a review of protocols important to overall safety for students & staff.
The Home Access Center for Parents
The Home Access Center (HAC) allows parents to register students, complete data verification, access report cards, and track attendance.
(Your username is your email address and your password is the temporary password you received by email. You will be required to change it the first time you log in.)
2022-2023 Free & Reduced-Price Meal Information
Your child(ren) may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Households interested in the meal program must apply for the program every school year.
Click below to apply online!
Volunteer Background Check - Required
1) All volunteers must complete a background check form each school year. All information is deleted each year in May.
2) Background checks are completed online only. No paper forms are accepted.
3)Please contact the main office of your campus to find out if you are cleared to volunteer. All campus administrators (principals, vice-principals, assistant principals…etc.) have access to the cleared list.
4) It takes one to two weeks for the results of checks to be returned from the date of submission.
Background Check Link
Fall Diaper Distribution - Nov. 5
Need Service Hours or Just Want to Help?
NISD hosts a Mega Food Bank distribution twice a month at Gus Stadium from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers are needed. If you are a high school club sponsor or a parent of a high school student needing service hours, this is a great opportunity for students to volunteer and give back to their community. Dates for upcoming Mega Food Bank distributions are: Nov. 4, Nov. 18, and Dec. 2.
Volunteers may register here (at the top under Volunteer Job Location, select Gustafson Stadium.) The Food Bank also has some Saturday opportunities for students to earn NHS volunteer hours.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Northside ISD has COVID-19 vaccine clinics for those that qualify. For qualification requirements, specific clinic details and registration, please visit the link below.
Stay Connected with NISD
While one-on-one communication is the best, in a district as large as Northside ISD it is sometimes difficult. Because we want our parents to stay informed, NISD has several ways that parents and other interested citizens can stay informed about the successes and challenges of San Antonio’s premier school district of choice, as well as find out news about their children’s schools.
Follow Ott on Social Media
Please don’t forget to stay connected by following and "Liking” Ott Elementary and Ott PTA on:
- Facebook @ottelementary and @OttElemPTA
- Twitter @NISDott and @ott_pta
- Instagram @nisd_ott and @ottelementarypta
Thank you to those who have joined us this year, we appreciate your support. We encourage everyone to follow us on these social media arenas. #GLOWatOtt #NISDIgnited
NISD Hiring Child Nutrition Workers
You must apply online at https://ess.nisd.net/ess/employmentopportunities/
NISD Hiring Custodians
Qualified candidates must be able to successfully complete a required physical exam, pre-employment criminal background check, fingerprinting requirements, and any required drug screening.
District benefits include a 40-hour work week; medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits; paid holidays, uniforms provided, Custodial Learn and Earn Program to continue your education and earn extra pay; and a custodial referral program. For more information or application assistance, call 210-397-4707.
NISD Hiring Speech Language Pathologists
Visit nisd.net/careers for more information.
NISD Hiring Bus Drivers
Our students are going places – help get them there! Northside ISD is hosting a Job Fair next Thursday, Oct. 27 at Rhodes Transportation Station located at 12005 Leslie Rd. in Helotes from 9 am to noon. Join the NISD Family!
2022 - 2023 NISD Online Tutoring
Free Workshops for Parents: "Parenting in the Cyberworld" and more
RESOURCE: MY CHILD JUST RECEIVED A DIAGNOSIS, NOW WHAT?
2022-2023 Ott Elementary PTA
ARYA GRADASSI AND MS. LEVECK'S CLASS FOR WINNING A PTA POPSICLE PARTY HOSTED BY BLAZE!
Birthday Grams and More!
pta sponsored brunch with counselor mrs. q-rodriguez & cruz martinez (ecc)
Ott WATCH D.O.G.S.
Thank You Mr. Rex for Supporting Coach Iverson!
Ott Counselors Care
Important Dates
October: Crime Prevention Month, Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, National Bullying Prevention Month
10/24
Socktober month (donations due by 10/28)
Red Ribbon Week (wear red to show we are “red”y to be drug free)
4th & 5th Grade Student Council Voting
Strings (5th gr) @ 3:15pm
10/25
Half Day Planning (1st - AM, 4th - PM)
Red Ribbon Week (wear favorite superhero shirt, power to be drug free)
Junior Scientist Club Session I @ 3:05pm
Girls on the Run @ 3:15pm
Lego Robotics @ 3:15pm
Cardboard Arcade @ 3:15pm
10/26
College Shirt Wednesday or
Red Ribbon Week (wear orange and black)
Texas Cheer @ 3:05pm
Choir Rehearsal @ 3:15pm
Project Acorn @ 3:00pm
10/27
Red Ribbon Week (wear a crazy hat, “hats off to healthy choices”)
Girls on the Run @ 3:15pm
Strings (5th gr) @ 3:15pm
Lego Robotics @ 3:15pm
Cardboard Arcade @ 3:15pm
10/28
Red Ribbon Week (wear school friendly costume or spooky shirt) or
Wear Ott GLOW shirt
StuCo Store @ 7:15am
- 50th Day of School
- Strings @ 3:15pm
Kite Day sales start in front lobby
Junior Scientist Club Session I @ 3:05pm
Girls on the Run @ 3:15pm
Lego Robotics @ 3:15pm
Cardboard Arcade @ 3:15pm
Luna MS Elective Night for rising 5th graders @ 6pm
Texas Cheer @ 3:05pm
Choir Rehearsal @ 3:15pm
Student Council Meeting @ 3:15pm
Girls on the Run @ 3:15pm
Strings (5th gr) @ 3:15pm
Lego Robotics @ 3:15pm
Cardboard Arcade @ 3:15pm
Kite Day
Wear Ott GLOW shirt
StuCo Store @ 7:15am
employee of the month for perfect attendance - jennifer zepeda
glow spirit rally
ott/nisd instructional network rounds
pink out fashion show winners!
2nd Place - Mrs. Rodriguez & Mrs. Schroeder
3rd Place - Mrs. Vasquez