LISD E-Newsletter

February 28, 2020 

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February is African American History Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.

As a Harvard-trained historian, Carter G. Woodson, like W. E. B. Du Bois before him, believed that truth could not be denied and that reason would prevail over prejudice. His hopes to raise awareness of African American’s contributions to civilization was realized when he and the organization he founded, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH), conceived and announced Negro History Week in 1925. The event was first celebrated during a week in February 1926 that encompassed the birthdays of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. The response was overwhelming: Black history clubs sprang up; teachers demanded materials to instruct their pupils; and progressive whites, not simply white scholars and philanthropists, stepped forward to endorse the effort.

By the time of Woodson’s death in 1950, Negro History Week had become a central part of African American life and substantial progress had been made in bringing more Americans to appreciate the celebration. At mid–century, mayors of cities nationwide issued proclamations noting Negro History Week. The Black Awakening of the 1960s dramatically expanded the consciousness of African Americans about the importance of black history, and the Civil Rights movement focused Americans of all color on the subject of the contributions of African Americans to our history and culture.

The celebration was expanded to a month in 1976, the nation’s bicentennial. President Gerald R. Ford urged Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” That year, fifty years after the first celebration, the association held the first African American History Month. By this time, the entire nation had come to recognize the importance of Black history in the drama of the American story. Since then each American president has issued African American History Month proclamations. And the association—now the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)—continues to promote the study of Black history all year.

(Excerpt from an essay by Daryl Michael Scott, Howard University, for the Association for the Study of African American Life and History)

https://africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/

Around the District

This week the Stacey yearbook staff salutes the  Lackland Transportation Department. They are a very important part of the LISD family, providing safe and dependable student transportation to and from school and school activities.  (front) Crystal Gamboa, Rebecca Macal -(Transportation Supervisor), Veronica Valderas.  (back) Mary Pastrano, Rosalie Perez, Larry Reliford, Oscar Sandoval, Greg Torre, Yolanda Sanchez, Juan Alvarez.

The Instructional Technology Coaches (Dana Kickler - LES; Lauren Billingsley - SHS) have released the premiere episode of their new podcast, Shut Down and Restart with Instructional Technology! They were joined by guests Jeannine Freeman, Mary Kemper, and Miguel Guhlin as they explored the essential question: What is instructional technology? 

Podcasts will be released monthly. You can listen at bit.ly/shutdownpod or wherever you listen to podcasts. We hope you join us as we partner with educators to cultivate 21st Century learning in our students.  

Lackland ISD Shares Survey Results

Parents Speak

 

Thank you for taking advantage of the opportunity to share your voice as members of the Lackland ISD learning organization by participating in the Fall 2019 survey opportunities.  The links below will give you access to reports.  These reports will share results and comparison data for survey results from Spring 2017 – Fall 2019. 

Lackland ISD parents from both the elementary and secondary campuses have the opportunity to participate in a family survey.  The survey solicits feedback related to family-school relationships.  This survey measures barriers to engagement, family engagement, school climate, and school fit.  You are encouraged to review the results of family survey and engage with your child’s teachers and campus personnel to support us in improvement efforts.

 

   Family Survey Spring 17' - Fall 19'

 

In addition to the survey opportunities, parents were asked to provide specific feedback regarding two things our schools do well and two things we could do to improve.  Accolades shared were related to an understanding staff, student safety, and teacher’s dedication to the students. Communication and the playground are areas where growth is a welcomed opportunity.   To improve communication to parents many teachers are utilizing various apps to communicate information. Additionally, there are newsletters sent home from teachers, monthly calendars sent via email and the e-news.  Furthermore, because of your input we’ve be able to develop a monthly series of Let’s Talk events tailored to the needs of your families.    Campus and district teams are currently reviewing data and developing plans to inform learning organization priorities towards continuous improvement.  Our goal is to provide periodic updates regarding actions taken. 

We share this information with you to enlist your continued engagement with the survey and our efforts towards continuous improvement.  Please continue to share your needs and desires through the surveys; as you can see your voice is making a difference.

*Attention Concerning COVID-19

  New Parent Portal Login:  https://txeis20.txeis.net/ParentPortal/login?distid=015913

Join the Lackland ISD Student Support Team

 

Lackland ISD is gearing up to build a solid team of substitutes to help us accomplish mandatory training for our teachers and staff.  Do you love children?  Do you have a degree? Do you hold a teaching certificate in Texas or another state? If so Lackland ISD needs you! Please consider applying to be a substitute at www.lacklandisd.net under our Human Resources Department tab. 

Stacey Happenings 

The boys varsity basketball team defeated Mason 53-39 on Monday night in the bi-district round of the UIL state playoffs. The team used a stifling defensive effort to keep Mason off balance all night. Offensively, patience and great shot selection were on display throughout the game. The team was led in scoring by Gabe Hilman with 35 points! Next game is this Friday February 28th @ Pflugerville HS vs. Hearne. The game is set to start at 7:00 pm. $5 adults and $3 students. 

Paula Alvarez Rios is an Exchange student from Spain in my senior English class.  She recently gave a presentation sharing the beauty and history of her country.  Her classmates really enjoyed learning about the food and the great beaches!

Meet Mrs. Huerta

by: Sebastian Vargas, senior

Mrs. Rebecca Huerta teaches 6th and 7th grade Math and Honors Math at Stacey. She coaches UIL Math and Number Sense as well as Robotics and she is also the AVID coordinator. She has come full circle; Mrs. Huerta attended high school here at Lackland ISD and even met and interviewed Mrs. Virginia Allred Stacey!

 

Why did you become a teacher?

I originally wanted to work with troubled adults as a counselor and decided that I could help the world be a better place by making a difference in people's lives as children before they become disturbed adults. 

 

Where did you go to school?

I graduated from high school here when it was still called Lackland Jr/Sr High School.  I got to interview and take a picture of Virginia Stacey for the yearbook while she was still the Superintendent of the district.  I attended UTSA, life happened, attended San Antonio College and Northwest Vista College before going back to UTSA to finish. 

 

How long have you been teaching?

I started teaching in 2005.  I will let you be challenged and do the Math. 

 

Where did you teach last?

I taught middle school Math at Zachry Middle School in Northside ISD before coming back home to Stacey. 

 

What is your favorite thing about Stacey?

The history I have here and the history I am creating is pretty special.  The parents here are what makes the difference.  Kids will be kids but more disciplined parents are raising more disciplined students so the problems I used to experience off base generally doesn't happen here. I also have more opportunities to be involved with more students than just my Math students with UIL, Robotics and AVID.  

 

Mrs. Huerta’s Favorites:

color: blue

food: Girl Scout Cookies

animal: my dogs

hobby: hiking and gardening

thing: Math

 

Thank you Mrs. Huerta!

Elementary Happenings 

Girls run Club fun!

Perfect day for a run!

4th graders work on projects commemorating African American history month. 

Yay! Ms. Thompson's class! 

Elementary Art Rocks

Parents,

Please don't forget to check the Elementary lost and found. It is located right across from the interior Library doors.

Ring the door and let us know that you are here to check the lost and found and we will buzz you in.

Photo taken February 27, 2020!

PTSO Spot light 

Good Information

Click these links for more information:

 

*Pokemon Night

*Friend Speed Dating

*Wizarding World Night

 

Tuesday, March 3, 2020, 9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.

Fostering the Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Children Although advanced in many ways, Gifted Children can often be in danger of learning the least in school because of their unique needs. In this interactive training, you will learn about social characteristics of Gifted Children and how you can contribute to the effective education of your child. We will explore strategies to identify behaviors that will be crucial to your child’s teacher providing a better learning environment for your child. You will also learn practices that you can use at home to nurture the curiosity and creativity of your child. Session ID# 59580 Webinar ID# 6004

 

Wednesday, March 4, 2020, 9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.

The Process of Creating Standards-Based Goals for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Participants will become familiar with the process of creating standards-based IEP goals from data collection to present levels of academic and functional performance to goals and objectives. Session ID# 58868 Webinar ID# 59734

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