Ensor Eagle News & Updates
Col. John O. Ensor Middle School 4.12.21
LET'S FINISH STRONG, EAGLES!
Dear Ensor Families,
It's amazing how quickly the school year is passing by! We have just wrapped up grades for progress reports and they are now available for you to view on Tyler.
Parents, our school has put together a Loss of Credit (LOC) lab to help our Eagles who are struggling with this. If your child has been notified that he/she has loss of credit, please make sure your child logs in to the "Bank Your Hours Team" and starts making up those hours. Our first LOC lab started this past Saturday, April 10th from 8am-12pm. Information went out to our students in need of support. We will continue to send reminders for the upcoming Saturday labs. If you would like additional information, please contact the school at 937-6007.
Also, Socorro ISD will be holding its annual State of the District Update on April 15, 2021 beginning at 5:30pm. You are invited to join us virtually to learn about the tremendous success and progress we have achieved as a team. I look forward to seeing you there!
As always, Eagles, please remember to practice social distancing, wear a mask, and wash your hands regularly so we can all do our part in keeping Team SISD safe!!
STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE, MY EAGLES!
Ms. Estrada-Batson
Principal
Online Student Transfer Application NOW AVAILABLE!
Deadline to complete and submit is May 28, 2021.
Please do the following to complete yours:
- Go to www.sisd.net
- Scroll to the bottom of the page
- Locate "Popular Links"
- Click on "Online Student Transfer Form"
- Complete Form & Submit
You may also click the link below to take you to the application.
April : School Library Month
April : Month of the Military Child
Held on April 15th of each year, “Purple Up! For Military Kids” is a day for Department of Defense Education Activity communities to wear purple to show support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
Ensor Middle School will purple EVERY FRIDAY to honor our military students!
Purple Up! Day will also be celebrated on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Wear your best and brightest PURPLE!!
April : Autism Awareness Month
April 2nd was #WorldAutismAwarenessDay!
Let's wear blue on EVERY WEDNESDAY this month to show our support for autistic individuals, and help celebrate their unique talents!
Information from Ms. Campos, Communities in Schools Coordinator
What Color Zone Are We In? What Does That Mean?
A lot has changed at the Nest. We have now transitioned into the "GREEN" zone and will work to continue receiving our current "RED", "ORANGE", "YELLOW, and now "GREEN" zone scholars on campus.
The district will continue to honor the safety zone designation previously identified by parents.
When the hospitalization rate changes to a different zone (Red = Above 20%; Orange = 19.9% to 15%; Yellow = 14.9% to 10%; Green = Below 10%), school leadership will communicate with parents who have chosen their children to be on campus in the current zone about the transition.
Team SISD is committed to a safe return to on-campus instruction and, as with all COVID-19 plans, it is important to note that details may be subject to change pending the state of our local community health and new guidance issued by national, state, and local authorities.
To recap, here is what we need to know about how this affects our school:
We are now in the "GREEN" zone.
We will continue receiving our RED, ORANGE, YELLOW and now GREEN zone Eagles on April 12th, 2021.
Students identified to return in the current safety zone will have the option to return to campus. All parents will continue to have the choice to keep their children learning remotely at home for the remainder of the school year, or can update their safety zone selection by communicating with their campus administration.
Our safety protocols and procedures remain in effect and I can assure you that we are doing our best to keep all our students and staff safe.
For any parent that selected "RED, ORANGE, YELLOW or GREEN" zone and wishes to change to remain on virtual learning, simply contact the school and ask to speak to an administrator.
As soon as we receive the next update, I will send an updated newsletter to our families.
Safety Procedures for On Campus Learning
ESWIPE is REQUIRED: Prior to arrival, ALL students attending on campus instruction, are REQUIRED TO COMPLETE ESWIPE BEFORE THEY ARRIVE to school.
Parents and students are BOTH expected to responsibly submit their child's ESWIPE with honesty and fidelity. Failure to complete an accurate ESWIPE may result in the student being moved to the GREEN zone and/or full REMOTE, which is now supported officially by the Ensor Middle School School Improvement Team, effective March 10, 2021.
Please remember, that our goal is to mitigate any spread of COVID-19 on our campus and to protect all our students and staff from infection. And it is because of my commitment to all our families - both those of our students and staff - that I share this expectation with you, as well as the potential consequence. So, please, if you are not sure how to submit the ESWIPE for whatever reason, I ask that you please contact me or anyone on our leadership team so that we can guide you to avoid any potential setbacks. This includes reaching out to our counselors, nurse, front office staff, librarian, administration, etc... and we will help you.
Arrival and Dismissal: Parents are not permitted to walk students to the door and are to remain in their vehicles at all times.
***Students are to arrive between 7:45am-8:10am.***
Bus Pick UP: Parents MUST wait with their child at the bus pick up until the bus monitor does a temperature check BEFORE the child boards the bus.
Mask: Students are to wear masks at all times upon arrival to campus. Teachers will provide mask breaks to students periodically. Students may wear their own mask or one that will be provided by the campus. It is good practice to send your child with an extra mask so that they are always prepared even after they leave school.
Ensor Parking Lot: Ensor parking lots will be closed. Parents are not permitted to park in the parking lot unless they have a pre-approved appointment with the school. Please contact us at 937-6001 if you should need additional support.
Devices: Students will be required to bring fully charged devices to campus every day. Only district devices will be used. They will take them home at the end of every day. Bring chargers.
Headphones: Students are to bring headphones with them to campus for their use. If needed, we will have a few on site to loan and disinfect.
Breakfast & Lunch: Breakfast will be provided to students in classrooms. Lunch will be provided to students either in the classroom or in the cafeteria, pending grade level overall numbers and ensuring capacity meet safety guidelines.
Classroom Desks: Students will disinfect their desks throughout the day. They will also be reminded to sanitize their hands and work station prior to transitioning.
Restrooms: All restrooms will have monitors directing traffic and will be disinfected throughout the day.
Water bottles: Water fountains are not available for use. Please send your child with a water bottle of their own.
ATTENTION PARENTS: UPDATE - Information for BASEBALL, SOFTBALL, CHEER & SOCCER
In the event there is a change in the safety zones and we revert back to any color (Yellow, Orange, Red), an adjustment to the below mentioned Rules of Attendance will be revised.
I do ask that you please work to adhere to all these rules & expectations in order to ensure the safety of our athletes as they continue participating in our Spring sports.
* As we are transitioning into the "GREEN" zone, beginning on Monday, April 5th, 2021, the Rules of Attendance Are:
* Masks must be worn at all times - indoors and outdoors.
* No limit to guests per athlete.
* Parent/Guardian are advised to bring their own chair to sporting events.
* Ensure spectators are socially distanced a minimum of 3 feet from each other.
(3 feet distancing outdoors; 6 feet distancing indoors.)
* Small children are required to be seated with parents at all times while at games.
Spring Sports Is Here: Baseball, Softball, Cheer & Soccer
Just a reminder that your ESWIPE, which allows you to be on campus for practices afterschool or during intersession and summer, MUST BE DONE DAILY.
Please ensure you are completing your ESWIPE by 7:30am. We ask this so that we can monitor our ESWIPE lists of students early. In the event you complete your ESWIPE in the morning and become ill later in the day, please RE-DO your ESWIPE with an indicator. It's not a problem. Once you do, our nurse receives an alert and she will contact you to ask you various clarifying questions.
Please do not worry; selecting an indicator is not a "bad" thing. In fact, we appreciate you for listening to your body and for paying attention to how you are feeling. We simply want to know about any symptom you may have at the time or any indicator you may have marked because we want to be able to support you, your fellow teammates, and our school by ensuring everyone is kept safe.
Let's have a great season with our Spring sports!! By making sure we do our part through ESWIPE, we can ensure our Spring season ends on a high note!
Thank you to our parents and our outstanding Eagle athletes for your support!
E-SWIPE...Every Day!
The more frequently noted ESWIPE indicators are as follows:
-Someone in household showing symptoms within the last 14 days;
-I have taken a COVID-19 test and am awaiting results;
-Feeling Sick
-Been in contact with someone who has possible exposure to COVID-19 within the last 14 days
E-SWIPE is required for entry to all SISD school and district facilities for the 2020-21 school year. Check out where you can find the app below!
A Few Continuous Reminders...
Attendance is extremely important, Eagles!
As we continue with classes, remember that attendance to all your classes is a mandatory, Eagles. Please make sure you are logged in by 8:15 AM and maintain cameras on throughout the day, unless teachers direct otherwise. If for some reason students are not able to log in, please contact the school by phone at 937-6001, via email to administration, counselors, or teachers. We will do our best to help ensure access is provided as quickly as possible.
In the event you are absent, remember to forward you notes to attendancejohnensor@sisd.net or please call the school at (915)937-6010.
Homework Hub is HERE for you!
Just a reminder, Eagles that Homework Hub is still available Monday-Thursday from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Whether you are assigned Homework Hub by your teacher or simply need to log in to ask a quick question, your teachers are here for YOU!
Nurse Hernandez is always available to help, Eagles!
Team SISD continues to work in collaboration with the city to contact trace each COVID case. If your child tests positive, please complete the wellness form on ESWIPE. Nurse Melissa Hernandez will be contacting you for details. Know that we are keeping each of you in our thoughts as so many of us as affected by COVID.
Thank you!
Ensor Eagle Counselors
Bianca Peña, 8th Grade Counselor
937-6014
Olivia Wright, 7th Grade Counselor
937-6013
Belinda Ortega, 6th Grade Counselor
937-6015
Girls Soccer Schedule
Go Ensor Eagle Soccer!
Boys Soccer Schedule
Softball Schedule
Go Ensor Eagle Softball & Baseball!
Baseball Schedule
SISD Online Learning Tips
Please visit our SISD online learning resource page designed to help guide parents through the many questions that may arise during remote instruction.
This resource will also give parents a how to guide on different online learning websites and apps. A collection of how-to resources, videos, and tutorials to assist families who may need to troubleshoot during remote learning.
Staff Shout Outs are HERE!
Ensor Eagle Administration
Lisa Estrada-Batson, Principal
937-6002
Moises Loya, 8th Grade Assistant Principal
937-6003
Renee King-Aragon, 7th Grade Assistant Principal
937-6007
Noe Cantu, 6th Grade Assistant Principal
937-6004
Melissa Hernandez, RN, BSN
Email: mherna6979@sisd.net
Phone: 915-937-6008
Where Do I Send My Student's Doctor Notes When They Are Absent?
In the event you need additional support or to simply verify that we are in receipt of your note, you may always contact our Attendance Clerk, Ms. Mayra Fierro, at (915) 937-6010 or our main number at (915) 937-6001.
Thank you for your efforts in working with us to ensure we maintain proper attendance records, together. Our goal is to do our best to serve you and our Eagles when the need to be absent arises. Please feel free to contact us for any support.
Student Work Packet Drop Off
The box is located at Ensor Middle School in the front area of the school.
Please make sure all assignments have your Name, Student ID#, Date, and Teacher Name.
Simply make your way to school and drop your assignment in the box!
And that's all there is to it! We will make sure your assignments get to your teachers.
Dropbox is available Monday - Friday from 7am to 5:30pm; Until 3pm during intersession.
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Email: lestra02@sisd.net
Website: https://www.sisd.net/coljohnoensorms
Location: 13600 Ryderwood Avenue, Horizon City, TX, USA
Phone: (915) 937-6001
Twitter: @Ensor_MS