LISD E-Newsletter September 1, 2023 |
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Table of Contents: 1. Admin Alley 2. Around The District 3. Stacey Happenings 4. Elementary Happenings 5. Gifted & Talented 6. PTSO Spotlight
7. Good Information 8. Random Shots |
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Upcoming Events:
*Saturday Sept. 2
MS/HS XC - FEAST Cross Country Meet / SA BEST Robotics Competition @ St. Mary's University *Monday Sept. 4 School Holiday
*Tuesday Sept, 5 HS Volleyball at. LaPryor at 5:00 & 6:00pm *Thursday Sept. 7 MS Volleyball at Chalotte 5:00 & 6:00pm
*Friday Sept 8 HS Volleyball vs. Center Point at Stacey 5:00 & 6:00pm |
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Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being.
Before it was a federal holiday, Labor Day was recognized by labor activists and individual states. After municipal ordinances were passed in 1885 and 1886, a movement developed to secure state legislation. New York was the first state to introduce a bill, but Oregon was the first to pass a law recognizing Labor Day, on February 21, 1887. During 1887, four more states – Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York – passed laws creating a Labor Day holiday. By the end of the decade Connecticut, Nebraska and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday, and on June 28, 1894, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday.
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Many Americans celebrate Labor Day with parades and parties – festivities very similar to those outlined by the first proposal for a holiday, which suggested that the day should be observed with – a street parade to exhibit "the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations" of the community, followed by a festival for the recreation and amusement of the workers and their families. This became the pattern for the celebrations of Labor Day.
Speeches by prominent men and women were introduced later, as more emphasis was placed upon the economic and civic significance of the holiday. Still later, by a resolution of the American Federation of Labor convention of 1909, the Sunday preceding Labor Day was adopted as Labor Sunday and dedicated to the spiritual and educational aspects of the labor movement.
American labor has raised the nation’s standard of living and contributed to the greatest production the world has ever known and the labor movement has brought us closer to the realization of our traditional ideals of economic and political democracy. It is appropriate, therefore, that the nation pays tribute on Labor Day to the creator of so much of the nation's strength, freedom, and leadership – the American worker. https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history |
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Volunteer and Parent Engagement Opportunities Scan our QR code to Participate!
Lackland ISD strongly desires parent engagement. You have an opportunity to share your voice and help us actualize our
vision to ignite a passion for life-long learning and empower excellence. As you engage as a parent, we also invite your
participation in campus and district-level committees. Below are the descriptions for these committees for your
consideration. If you have additional questions, each committee’s point of contact is listed with the committee description.
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Lackland ISD Shares TASA-CMSi Curriculum Audit Results
Lackland ISD partnered with the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) to conduct a curriculum audit. The purpose of the audit was to provide a roadmap to efficiently and effectively meet the improvement goals outlined in the 2022-2027 LISD Strategic Plan. Lackland Superintendent, Dr. Burnie Roper, also wanted to ensure that district systems and processes are current and appropriately designed to institutionalize continued improvement and effective program sustainability. Preliminary audit findings and recommendations were presented to the LISD Board of Trustees at the August board meeting. A copy of the audit’s executive summary may be found at this link.
Curriculum Audit Results |
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Lackland ISD continues to strive toward improving communication. ParentSquare is a communication platform. Through the platform, you’ll be able to: *Receive all district, school, and classroom communication via email, text, or app *View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events *Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items *Securely receive important documents like report cards and other student documents
For the best ParentSquare experience, we recommend that you download and install the app. The name is ParentSquare, and it can easily be found in your device’s app store. If you don’t have a device, no need to worry: the platform is capable of both text and email, and you can log on via the web as well. ParentSquare receives its contact information from the Ascender Parent Portal. Please take a moment to make sure that you have the latest contact information on file there.
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The Stacey Lady Eagles varsity volleyball team competed in the Medina tournament last weekend and finished in 2nd place after playing some tough competition. The team lost a tough match 2-1 to Medina in the very first game but went on to win their next 3 games of the tournament. |
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Stacey Cross Country Medina Valley and Kennedy Track meet images. |
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Team work in Eagle time and our cool kid for today in Mrs. Ramirez's 4th grade class. |
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Differentiation....because we all learn differently! This encourages a deeper understanding and math talk with Mrs. Flores. |
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Mrs. Flores 5th grade Lunch Bunch pics....Building relationships with my students. I love that they still love to eat with their teacher! |
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Poster pics...Working together to extend their knowledge with new vocabulary words while learning about First Americans. |
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Dance Club Lottery Sign Up |
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Sponsor: Mrs. M&M
Electronic Sign up Due by Wed. Sept. 13th |
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Our school is participating in a creative fundraiser with Art to Remember that allows you to purchase keepsake products customized with your child's art. There are over 60 products and many are less than $15. These make great gifts and a percentage of every purchase goes right back to our school.
Our kids are busily creating their masterpieces! Stay tuned for more information and a personalized catalog featuring their artwork!
All products will either be delivered directly to your home or to your art teacher at Lackland Elementary in plenty of time for Christmas! |
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DISTRICT WIDE Gifted and Talented ANNOUNCEMENTS
G/T Referral Window September 7-November 30 Students eligible for evaluation Currently enrolled LISD students in grades K-12. Students who are not identified for gifted and talented services in LISD in any content area. Use this link to submit a referral: https://www.cognitoforms.com/LacklandISD1/GiftedAndTalentedProgramReferralForm Lackland ISD Gifted and Talented Services
In alignment with the Texas State Plan for Services for Gifted and Talented Students, the mission of the gifted services in LISD is to provide learning opportunities that challenge and develop students identified for gifted services through creative, self-directed learning. This can be seen through the development of innovative projects and performances that reflect students’ individuality, as well as through honed research skills and advanced critical thinking.
Gifted and Talented services are educational interventions for students who perform at or show the potential for performing at a remarkably high level of accomplishment when compared to others of the same age, experience, or environment.
Elementary: Identified students in grades K-5 are cluster grouped with GT-trained teachers in the core subject areas of English language arts, social studies, science, and mathematics. Services for identified Kindergarten students begin March 1 as mandated by the state.
Secondary: Identified students in grades 6-12 are provided service through Honors and AP classes with GT-trained teachers in the core subject areas of English language arts, social studies, science, and mathematics.
Lesson differentiation, and participation in the projects aligned to the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) are some of the varied curricular options utilized in core GT classes. |
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Special Education Corner
With Halloween coming in the next couple months, consider attending this family friendly Halloween event:
https://issuu.com/inclusionstartshere/docs/q2_2023_inclusion_in_action_e-magazine
In this edition of Inclusion In Action, you will find a teaser of things to come in 2024! Learn more about our upcoming More Delightful Than Frightful Halloween Event on October 31st and information on our annual Snowball Run where you can run, walk, roll, or stroll to support our mission of inclusion!
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The Special Education Department welcomes back all Lackland families for a wonderful 2023-2024 school year! We are here to assist you with any questions or concerns, ensure you have a smooth transition to and/or from Lackland ISD, and provide specialized services when required.
Are you new to San Antonio? Have you heard of Morgan’s Wonderland? It’s the first of its kind. A multisensory theme park and center for individuals with special needs. Check out their new Multi-Assistance Center providing health, living, and other resources to individuals with special needs and disabilities and their family members! https://morganswonderlandmac.com/ Another excellent resource for new families is Any Baby Can. They provide services at no cost, regardless of income to families with a child from birth through 17 years old with ANY medical diagnosis. Home - Any Baby Can San Antonio Nancy Hernandez Garcia, M.S. Special Education Coordinator School Psychologist Office 210-357-5081 |
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Wednesday, September 6, 2023 VIRTUAL 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. The Basics of Special Education for Parents
Participants will learn basic information about special education including the history of special education laws, types of disabilities, the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) process, and types of classroom support. Parents will be provided with an overview of the essential components of the Special Education Process in schools. Session # 94308
Thursday, September 7, 2023 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Organizing Your Child and Family With Google Tools Calendars, Task and Keep can assist you in organizing your family and children’s activities. Bring your own device (and Google account) to learn how to share, assign and create schedules and reminders that will work for all family members. From shopping checklists to shared appointments, from custom tasks (that can repeat) to location based reminders, learn how Google can assist you in organizing your family!
Session # 96832 |
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Special Education Corner
It’s the intention of the Special Education Department to provide information on what special education is and the various programs available to our special education students and families. If you have concerns with your child’s development, please contact our office at 210-357-5044. |
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