Image

LISD E-Newsletter

May 12, 2023

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

Upcoming Events:

 

*Monday May 15

PTSO Meeting 5:00 pm Lyon Center

*Thursday May 18 

Stacey annual spring concert 6:00pm LISD auditorium / Field Day - Pre-K & Kinder -

8:00 AM- 10:20 AM (Track) / 

ECSC/Life Skills:- 8:15 – 9:15 AM (Gym)

 *Friday May 19

Field Day - 3rd - 5th Grades 8:00 AM-12:15 AM (Track) / 1st & 2nd Grades - 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Track)

Admin Alley 

Proclamation
National School Nurse Day
May 10, 2023


Whereas, students are the future and, by investing in them today, we are ensuring our world for tomorrow; and


Whereas, families deserve to feel confident that their children will be cared for when they are at school; and


Whereas, all students have a right to have their physical and mental health needs safely met while in the school setting; and


Whereas, students today face more complex and life-threatening health problems requiring care in school; and


Whereas, school nurses have served a critical role in improving public health and in ensuring student’s academic success for more than 120 years; and


Whereas, school nurses address the home and community factors (e.g. social determinants) that impact students’ health; and
Whereas, school nurses are professional nurses that advance the well-being, academic success, and life-long achievements of all students by serving on the frontlines and providing a
critical safety net for our nation’s most fragile children; and


Whereas, school nurses act as a liaison to the school community, families, and healthcare providers on behalf of children’s health by promoting wellness and improving health outcomes
for our nation’s children; and


Whereas, school nurses support the health and educational success of children and youth by providing access to care when children’s cognitive development is at its peak; and


Whereas, school nurses are members of school-based teams (e.g. school health services, 504/IEP, disaster/emergency planning) providing care coordination to address the school population; and


Whereas, school nurses understand the link between health and learning and are in a position to make a positive difference for children every day, therefore be it! 

 

https://www.nasn.org/home

 

Thank you to our amazing nurses at Lackland ISD!

Around the District

Lackland ISD showed their appreciation for their teachers by providing an amazing lunch! Dr. Roper and his crew manned the grill cooking burgers and sausages while district staff served up delectable sides. It was quite the feast topped off with Dr. Ropers' famous peach cobbler ala mode!

 

On Thursday, April 20th, Lackland ISD attended the Education Service Center, Region 20 Teacher Job Fair. Lackland ISD has several openings at the Elementary, Secondary, and District level. If you are interested in serving the military community we encourage you to check out the opening and apply today. Also, please share this on your social media accounts and help us find the best possible candidates to support our military families.

 

https://www.applitrack.com/lacklandisd/onlineapp/default.aspx

 

Parents and Guardians,  

  As we approach the end of the school year, we wanted to remind you that ALL medication for your student that is in the Nurses Office will need to be picked up by a parent on or before Thursday, May 25th, 2023 by 3:30 pm. We cannot keep any medication in the clinic over the summer. Any medication not picked up by Thursday, May 25th will be properly disposed of. Thank you!  

 

-School Nurses 

 

Parent, Family, and Community Engagement

Scan our QR code to Participate

 

Click the link below for the full list and descriptions

 

Volunteer and Parent Engagement Opportunities     

 

 

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.

Stacey Happenings

Track: Heading to State!

By: Bella Garza, 9th grade

Sal and Angelina Lione have advanced and will be representing Stacey this weekend at the UIL 2A State Track Meet at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin!

 

Last weekend we had four of our track members head to regionals in Kingsville. Here are the results:

 

Rudy Morales ran the 800m and finished in 4th place with a time of 2:05.49

Angelina Lione ran the 3200m and finished in 3rd place with a time of 12:12.49  (*advances to the State Meet!!)

She also ran the 1600m and finished in 5th place with a time of 5:32.20 (new PR!)

Mia Flores ran the 800m and finished in 7th place with a time of 2:32.88

Sal Lione ran the 3200m and finished in 3rd place with a time of 10:18.10  (*advances to the State Meet!!)

He also ran the 1600m again finishing in 3rd place with a time of   4:36.59  (*new PR and advances to the State Meet!!)

 

We are extremely proud of our qualifiers and all our track team members and coaches for having another great season!

 

The Stacey Beginner Band traveled to Lytle High School on May 3 to compete in their beginner band contest.  The ensemble earned ONES from all three judges and brought home a trophy!  Congratulations to these young musicians for all of their hard work.

 

The Stacey Jr/Sr High School Bands and Choirs will present their annual spring concert, “Celebrating the Four Elements,” on Thursday, May 18 at 6:00 pm in the Lackland Auditorium.  Everyone is invited to come enjoy some amazing music inspired by the four elements.

 

Meet Mr. Payne!

By: Morgan Root, 9th grade

Jonathan Payne will be the STEAM teacher at Lackland Elementary next year! He has been here at LISD for over 12 years. In addition to teaching technology to elementary students, he is also the Stacey Jr. High boys basketball coach.

            

How long have you been teaching at Lackland Elementary?

I’ve been teaching here since 2011

 

Have you ever taught at a different district?

Yes, I taught at Harlandale ISD for 2 years

 

What grades have you taught?

I’ve taught grades PK all the way 8th

 

Where are you from originally?

San Antonio, Texas

 

Where did you go to college?

St. Mary’s University

 

What subject and grades do you currently teach?

I teach the Technology class at Lackland Elementary for PK – 5th grade students

 

How do you feel about being next year’s STEAM teacher at Lackland Elementary?

I am absolutely thrilled to be next year's STEAM teacher at Lackland Elementary! It's a fantastic opportunity to inspire young minds in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. I can't wait to dive into exciting projects and activities with the students, fostering curiosity and creativity while having a blast together. Get ready, Lackland Elementary, for a fun-filled year of learning and exploration!

 

What is your favorite part of what you do?

My favorite part of being a STEAM teacher is witnessing the spark of curiosity ignite in students as they explore new concepts and ideas. There's nothing quite as rewarding as seeing them make connections between different subjects, develop problem-solving skills, and express their creativity. It's a true privilege to be able to foster a love of learning and help shape the next generation of innovators, artists, and critical thinkers.

 

What is the greatest challenge you have faced while teaching?

The greatest challenge I've faced while teaching is addressing diverse learning styles and needs of my students. To overcome this, I've developed a flexible teaching approach with various methods and materials to accommodate different learning preferences. It's rewarding to see students thrive when their individual needs are met.

 

Tell us about your family.

My family is my greatest joy! My wife and I have six wonderful children, each with their unique personalities. Our home is always lively, and we cherish the time we spend together. Their support and love inspire me in both my personal life and as a teacher.

 

Thank you Mr. Payne!

 

Rock, Paper, Scissors

There are literally MILLIONS of children playing Rock Paper Scissors every day!! 

While the exact origins of this game of skill,  chance and decision are murky, it is widely played on every continent.

 

Traditionally, the game has been used to settle disputes; more recently the game has been played to settle championships.

For the past six years, hundreds of "hand athletes" compete for the RPS World Championship title.  If you are thinking of putting your hand in the ring, you might want to practice.

 

Inventor Steve Hoefer  has come up with an RPS training glove.  It's an electronic glove capable of playing Rock Paper Scissors against its wearer. 

 

 

Pam Torre

6th Grade Social Studies

7th Grade Texas History

Elementary Happenings

3rd grade field trip to seaworld 

 

End of Year Banana Split Party 

 

Goldfish greater than less than
Comparing numbers

 

NEW Field Day Schedule:

 

Pre-K & Kinder:

Thursday, May 18th @ 8:00 AM- 10:20 AM (Track)

 

ECSC/Life Skills:

Thursday, May 18th @ 8:15 – 9:15 AM (in Gym)

 

3rd - 5th Grades:

Friday, May 19th 8:00 AM-12:15 AM (Track)

 

1st & 2nd Grades:

Friday, May 19th 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Track)

Gifted & Talented Corner

Click here for the full article!

 

Click here for Gifted and Talented Websites!!

PTSO Spotlight 

Last PTSO meeting of the school year is coming up. We are really trying to rebuild and grow the PTSO and this is where we need help. We need you. We need staff and parents to support us. We have so many ideas and plans for this upcoming year but can not do it alone. If you have ever been interested in volunteering or even holding a position on the board now is the time. We will be voting in the whole board at the next meeting. Every seat is open to vote on. So if this sounds like something you would be interested in please send us a message so we can answer any questions and get your name on the ballot. If holding a board position isn't for you, there are still so many ways to ways to help.  We hope you will consider joining us on May 15th @ 5:00 pm in the Cynthia Lyons Center. See you there!

 

********************

Good Information

 
 
 

Click here for the live Counselor flyer with links!!

 
 

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.

 
 
 

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
9:00 a.m.--11:00 a.m.


Healing from Harm: Healthy vs. Maladaptive 
Coping Skills
Children cope with their emotions in a variety of ways. 
At times, those coping skills may be unhealthy. Let’s 
explore together how to best support our children, 
identify what is underneath the behavior, and empower 
them to heal from harm by utilizing healthy coping skills 
that fit their needs.


Session ID# 88105

 

Lackland ISD has incredible Homework Help and Tutoring resources through our Local Public Libraries! 

Both the JBSA Lackland Library and the San Antonio Public Library have great Homework Help resources for grades Kinder–College, and for Parents!

For JBSA Lackland Library, go to https://sites.google.com/view/jbsalibrarieskidsathome
To get a JBSA Lackland Library Card – give them a call at 210-671-3610 from 11AM-4PM Monday-Friday and they can set it up over the phone.
SAPL’s Back to School Website: https://guides.mysapl.org/backtoschool
To get a SAPL Library Card: https://mysapl.ent.sirsi.net/
 

If you have questions or need help, feel free to reach out to your LISD Librarian!

 

SAPL Homework Help

 

JBSA Library Homework help at home

 

Tutor.com for Parents

 
 
 
Alternate text

Random Shots

Happy Birthday Mrs. M & M - Amberlee Montanio!!

©2018  Lackland ISD  |  2460 Kenly Ave  | Lackland AFB | San Antonio, TX  78236

Unsubscribe Link