Kiker Comments May 24, 2022
A Joint Newsletter from the Bernice Kiker Admin Team & PTA
In This Edition...
- Upcoming Events
- Announcements:
- AISD Devices - Summer Plans
- PTA News -
- May and Summer Staff Birthdays
- Summer Camps
- After School Care for 2022-23
- Repeated Information (from previous newsletters)
- Attendance Notes
- Senior Walk - Moved to 2:00
- Covid Testing Hub Information
- Early Pick Up Reminders
- Lunch Menu
- All the Links to Everything You Need
Upcoming Events
May
24 - Taco Tuesday Bluesday - Spirit Day and Torchy's Night
27 - 5th Grade Commencement Ceremony
Announcements
From the Nurse's Office
For the safety of all children, all medication except asthma inhalers must be picked up by parent or transferred from one adult to another by the last day of school or they will be destroyed. Asthma inhalers will be sent home with student on the last day of school unless otherwise instructed by parent.
Library News:
Make sure your child is reading every day this summer! The public library is a great place to take your child in the summertime. There is so much to see and do to get your child re-inspired. If you need book recommendations and a challenge, have your child take the 5 Book Dive this summer. If they read 5 books from the reading list, they'll receive a $5 gift card to Book People. There is more info on the 5 Book Dive HERE. To better understand the benefits of the 5 Book Dive, check this out.
End of Year Events Sign In
AISD Devices - Keep Them Unless You are Leaving AISD
All students will take home their Austin ISD 1:1 devices and chargers they have been using during the school year. Students will return with their device and charger at the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
For students who are graduating or will not be returning to AISD next year, devices and hotspots need to be returned to their campus. Students should also return any unused or no longer needed hotspots at the end of the school year.
Additionally, below are transition options for students moving from 2nd (iPads) to 3rd grade (Chromebooks) (pending available inventory).
Option 1:
2nd grade students take home their iPad over the summer.
Chromebooks will be delivered to the campus during the summer for August distribution to students.
Students check the iPad into the campus at the start of the 2022-2023 school year and are issued a Chromebook.
PTA News
Thank You
It’s been an honor to serve as one of the connection points between our school and the Kiker community. The entire executive board is grateful for the support of our principals, teachers, staff, and families. As we wrap up the year, here are just a few more numbers that add up to an amazing school year.
A PTA Penny for Your Thoughts
The PTA is already planning for next year and we want to hear from you! Please take this short survey and let us know how the PTA can serve our Kiker community even better. We value your time and appreciate the feedback!
Taco Tuesday
AISD News
Children need nutritious meals to learn, grow, and thrive—even when school is out. Through federally funded Texas Department of Agriculture meal programs, AISD provides free breakfast and lunch for students at many schools throughout the summer.
Who qualifies for free summer meals:
Students participating in on-site summer programs at eligible schools.
Any child in the community younger than 19.
Enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old.
How to find free meals this summer:
Beginning June 1, families may use the following tools to find a meal site anywhere in Texas:
Call 2-1-1 to speak to a live operator.
Visit www.SummerFood.org for an interactive site locator map.
Text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304.
Families may also find district meals sites on the AISD website.
How it works: Children in the community enjoy free meals regardless of household income and without any registration or identification. To receive a free, healthy meal, children may simply visit the cafeteria at any participating site during designated service times. Children do not have to be enrolled in AISD to receive free summer meals.
Good to know: All AISD meal sites are closed July 4-8, click here to view community food resources. Meal sites and times are subject to change.
Staff Birthdays
May
2- Emily Moranski
3 - Patty Candelaria
9 - Andrea Bredl
13 - Denise Tharp
13 - Laura Davis
14 - Carolyn McKaskle
14 - Tracy Cardenas
June
3 - Carol Markwalter
3- Gabby Fuerte
7- Christine Johnson
7 - Crissie Dow
26 - Jennifer Blake
28 - Maria Cuchillo
30 - Emmy Hunt
30 - Jesus Reyes
July
8 - Lisa Youngblood
9 - Karen Young
12 - Dani Dinderman
12 - Sandy Barnett
13 - Stephanie Toman
17 - Isolina Alvarez - Rivera
18 - Lena Rahman
20 - Beth Ponsart
28 - Shawn Whitehouse
August
7 - Nicole Dean
12 - Jenny Bock
28 - Lucy Rodriguez
Summer Camp Information
James Bowie High School presents... STARLIGHT THEATRE COMPANY SUMMER DRAMA CAMP Camp Description Children ages 5 - 11 will focus on: Creative Drama, Mask Making, Creative Movement, Poetry Interpretation, Theatre Games, and Story Dramatization Children ages 12 - 14 will focus on: Stage Techniques, Interpretation, Improvisation, Theatre Games, and Stage Combat Note - Students must be attending the afternoon or the full day session to participate in the Showcase on Friday, June 10, 2022. Refund requests will not be honored after May 15, 2022 Session Information Monday June 6, 2022 8:00AM - 5:00PM The following session options are available. Mornings sessions 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM Afternoon sessions 12:45 PM - 5:00 PM Full day sessions 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Important Reminders ● Please send your child with a lunch if they are registered for the full day session ● Lunch and snacks can be purchased from the concession stand in the morning. Menu options are available on our website. ● Each child will receive a T-Shirt on Friday to wear for the showcase performance. Friends and family are invited to attend the showcase (but not required). T-Shirt sizing is collected in the ● Elementary aged students perform at 4pm. Following a short intermission, middle school students will perform.
through Friday June 10, 2022
Please arrive 10 - 15 minutes early to drop off or pick up your camper
Because we are not registered as a State Daycare facility, we are unable to be claimed on tax documents.
After School Childcare for the 22-23 School Year
Register Here for Voyager for Fall 2022
Repeated Information
Attendance Notes
Free Covid Testing for Staff and Students - 8:00-2:00 Daily With Completed Consent
Kiker is a testing hub on site in Portable 6B daily. (FYI - there is no classroom on the 6A side of the portable.). The direct line is 512-841-7857, appointments are not accepted. This is a first come, first served process or, until they run out of tests for the day.
Why it matters: Research shows that the more people get tested, the safer everyone is from the spread of COVID-19. You’ll be able to access rapid antigen or PCR tests (when available) at 11 sites across Austin.
- Students and staff can get a test at will for any reason, whether you’ve been exposed or are just looking for peace of mind.
- Sites include: Travis, Northeast Akins, Norman-Sims, Pillow, Kiker, Eastside, Cunningham, Navarro, Blazier, McCallum .
- Testing will run 8 a.m. -2 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Early Pick Up Reminders
Thank you.
Lunch Menu - May
A Message From the Cafeteria
Bernice Kiker Elementary Administration Team
Alma Chapa Moore - Assistant Principal
Kelly Meyer - Assistant Principal
Email: cory.matheny@austinisd.org
Website: https://kikerelementary.org/
Location: 5913 La Crosse Avenue, Austin, TX, USA
Phone: 512-414-2584
Facebook: facebook.com/CMathenyPrincipal
Twitter: @KikerComets