CAST STEM Principal's Weekly Update
November 16, 2021
CAST STEM families,
We thank you for allowing us to work with your children every day. We are honored to be a part of every tear, giggle, frustration and joy. It is our honor to serve your family. Please enjoy a lovely holiday with your family.
This week we are focused on celebrations. Enjoy the pictures!
Have a great week!
In gratitude,
Ravae V. Shaeffer
Proud Principal, CAST STEM HS
#WeAreCASTSTEM #WeAreSouthwest
#BeTheLight
Grateful Celebrations
Women in Manufacturing with Caterpillar
CAST Network Job Fair
Ring the Bell for FAFSA & Apply Texas
Senior Task Force for FAFSA and Apply Texas
1st Ever Academic Decathlon at CAST STEM HS
Ava Fredericks - 3rd Music
Ariana Walters - 3rd Social Science
Joseph Garcia - 2nd Social Science
Victor Hernandez - 3rd Econ & 2nd Music
1st Ever eSports Tournament
Thank You Partners
San Antonio Education Partnership
Career Readiness Sessions
Communities in Schools
Reminders from Counseling Office
Remember, if you are applying to a university the deadline is NOW! All documents, test scores, transcripts, and applications must be received by the receiving university before the December 1st deadline.
If you or your child needs ANY assistance, please reach out to the CAST Stem counseling department or any other member of the Student Support Services team:
Ms. Catherine Hoffman, Lead Counselor
Mr. Thomas Jimenez, Counselor
CAST STEM Calendar Highlights
Click the calendar image to review ALL events.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- November 16 - Warm Clothing Drive Begins (9th and 10th grade community service)
Applications are OPEN for the Class of 2026!
Stay Connected
Text to #81010, in the message type @caststemh
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOLARS
H-E-B Scholarship Program for Community Service Excellence
H-E-B is a Corporate Sponsor of the UIL and has its annual H-E-B Scholarship Program for Community Service Excellence opportunity. Nominees must have the following submitted to https://www.sportsinaction.com/scholarship/ by no later than January 28, 2022:
- Minimum 3.3 GPA
- Number of Community Service Hours completed in the last 12 months
- Community Service Verification Letters to document the number of hours submitted
- A Letter of Recommendation
- A Short Essay (500 words or less) on the topic: “What does Community mean to you?”
There will be 15 total winners – 5 each in music, academics and athletics – and each will be awarded $2,000 from H-E-B.
Baumberger Endowment Scholarship
Eligibility:
1. be a graduating senior (Class of 2022) of an accredited (TEA) high school within Bexar County,Texas.
2. have resided in Texas for at least ten (10) years by August 1, 2022.
3. achieve a minimum total score of 1080 on the SAT using the Evidence-based Reading/Writing and Math scores only, or composite of 22 on the ACT.
4. rank in the upper one-half of high school graduating class (your high school MUST be an openly ranking high school in order for you to apply.)
5. be unable to attend college without financial assistance.
6. plan to attend a state-supported or non-denominational college or university within the State of Texas.
7. be of good character.
All information is due by midnight February 15.
Do you need a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) Form for your driver's permit?
Transcript Request Form
Weekly COVID Testing
Rhodes Driving School Discount
Dress for Success at CAST STEM!
Weekly Spirit Days:
Wednesday - CAST STEM Spirit - wear your CAST STEM spirit shirt!
Thursday - Professional Dress Day - dress for your future career.
Friday - College or Career Spirit - wear your favorite college or career shirt.
COLLEGE-READY RESOURCES
Financial Aid Saturdays with Alamo Colleges College Connections
Free College Advising with Cafe College
SAEP College Advisor
SAEP Scholarship Application
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
COVID Vaccinations for ages 5-11
The FDA and CDC have authorized the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11. Appointments are required only for children 5-11 years of age to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at our Vaccine Center at Wonderland of the Americas. People 12 and older do not need an appointment and can walk-in to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. Click the picture to sign up for an appointment.
An adult family member or guardian must accompany the child to provide written consent for the vaccination. Proof of age is required.
Please provide an email address to receive an email confirmation for your appointment.
CAST STEM PTSA
PTSA (Parent-Teacher-Student Association)
Join PTSA today! PTSA strives to make every child's potential a reality. Join by October 15th to get connected. JoinPTA.org is a mobile-friendly website where anyone can easily join our PTA using a credit or debit card. Our dues are $10 and the website charges a $1.50 processing fee.
Please contact caststemptsa@gmail.com with your contact information if you want to join our PTSA but are unable to utilize this website and would like us to work with you on a different way of joining.
Mrs. Ravae Villafranca Shaeffer
Work Hard, Dream Big
#BeTheLight
Email: rshaeffer8849@swisd.net
Website: http://southwestisdcaststem.ss12.sharpschool.com/home
Location: 11914 Dragon Lane, Bldg #800, SATX 78252
Phone: (210) 622-4810
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swisdCASTSTEM/
Twitter: @swisd_caststem