April 21, 2017IDEA Weslaco2931 E. Sugar Cane Rd.Weslaco, TX 78596(956) 351-4100www.ideapublicschools.orgOffice Hours: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM Leanna Sarinana Principal Sabrina Franco Principal In ResidenceKathryn Rodriguez Assistant Principal of InstructionGriselda LopezAssistant Principal of Instruction Carlos BenavidezAssistant Principal of OperationsOscar Martinez IIIDirector of College CounselingAimee Nunez College CounselorBrenda Gonzalez Academic Counselor

Juan Penueles CNP ManagerEmmanuel HernandezTransportation Manager Amanda GarzaAdministrative Assistant

Re-Registration for the 2017-2018 School Year is almost closed!

Here are your last opportunities:Stop by our office any time next week during school hours.

PRINCIPAL MESSAGE Hello Parents,

On Friday of next week, 4/28, we will be taking our students to College Signing Day which is a day where all our IDEA Seniors are celebrated and commit publicly to their college of choice for the Fall. As part of our mission, we are committed to ensuring all our future graduates see themselves walking across the same stage when it is their time. Because of this commitment, I am asking that you ensure your son/daughter has submitted his/her permission slip on Monday so that we guarantee that 100% of our Colts are a part of this amazing event. Though this is a Friday, students are expected to be in full uniform (polos, khakis, and black shoes/belt) on this day. Thank you parents.

I would like to give a huge shout out to our staff and students in 8-11th grades for amazing Challenge Days this week! I am humbled by the love and unity that was strengthened over the 4 days this past week. Thank you for guiding our Colts to be the change they want to see in the world.

In appreciation,Mrs. Sarinana

Saturday, April 22 Saturday School 8-12

Monday, April 24 A-Day

Tuesday, April 25 B-Day

Wednesday, April 26 A-Day

Thursday, April 27 B-Day

Friday, April 28 A-Day College Signing Day

Saturday, April 29 Saturday School 8-12

IDEA Weslaco parents,In an effort to reduce traffic in the morning and afternoon, we will be changing our Academy and College Prep drop off and pick up areas starting May 15. More details coming soon.

Padres de IDEA Weslaco, Con el propósito de reducir tráfico en la mañana y tarde, cambiaremos nuestras áreas para dejar/levantar estudiantes empezando el día 15 de Mayo. Mas detalles proximamente.

Saturday School dates: April 22nd

April 29th May 6th

May 20th

IDEA Weslaco Students will be attending College Signing Day on Friday, April 28th.Students grades 5th-11th will be attending and must dress in full IDEA uniform for

this event.

April 21, 20174/22/17 – Computer Lab #225 is available from 9-11AM

Our window closes on 4/28/17, so please ensure you register before then to secure your child’s seat. Thank you!

STAAR/AP Testing DatesMay 1 AP Chemistry – 11th GradeMay 2 AP Spanish Language – 11th Grade

COLLEGE COUNSELING CORNER *Mandatory Senior Parent Meetings will take place in May. You have 2 options to attend one of these parent meetings discussing the upcoming Senior Year Timeline & important information for your child’s final year at IDEA Weslaco! The dates are: Tuesday May 30th & Thursday June 1st from 5:30 – 6:30 PM.

Students collecting donations for another week!!!ALL donations go to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Winning homeroom will receive an Olive Garden Luncheon :)DEADLINE for ALL donations is April 28th

2016-2017 CAMPUS GOALS 90/30% pass STAAR/EOC exams at Level II/III 35% of AP students pass an AP exam 21 average score on ACT 1.5 years of growth on average in Reading/Math on STAR Renaissance (50% of CSI with 2 years of growth

in Reading/Math) 96% of students on track to graduate 97.5% Average Daily Attendance 90% Student Persistence 85% Employee Retention Supporting Goals: High school students will maintain an average GPA of 3.0 Students earn 125 service hours (50 hours – 9th, 100 hours – 10th, 125 hours – 11th) 90% of middle school students become Word Masters with 30% becoming Millionaire readers Book circulations average out to at least 8 books per student AR Honor Roll Distinction

April 21, 2017Algebra I STAAR EOC – 8th Grade and select HS students

May 3 Biology STAAR EOC – 9th GradeUS History STAAR EOC – 11th Grade

May 5 AP US History – 11th GradeMay 8 6/7th Grades Math STAARMay 9 6/7th Grades Reading STAAR

8th Reading STAAR11th Grade English III STAAR EOC (qualifier for TSI exemption)

May 10 8th Science STAAR10th (and select 9th) Algebra II STAAR EOC (qualifier for TSI exemption) 11th AP English Language

May 11 8th Social Studies STAAR10th AP World History

May 12 9th AP Human Geography10th/11th (select students) AP European History

May 18 11th AP Physics 1

Attention Middle School Parents!!!

Deadline to qualify for IDEA Word Master and Millionaire status is May 5th. We have 10 days remaining. Please make sure that your child is reading 30 minutes daily and AR Testing.

This year’s guest author at our Reader Celebration for IDEA Millionaires is Cressida Cowell.  She is famous for the How to Train your Dragon book series. Is your child reading to grow?

Mr. Puentes, BLS

Attention Middle School Parents!!!

Deadline to qualify for IDEA Word Master and Millionaire status is May 5th. We have 10 days remaining. Please make sure that your child is reading 30 minutes daily and AR Testing.

This year’s guest author at our Reader Celebration for IDEA Millionaires is Cressida Cowell.  She is famous for the How to Train your Dragon book series. Is your child reading to grow?

Mr. Puentes, BLS

Attention Middle School Parents!!!

Deadline to qualify for IDEA Word Master and Millionaire status is May 5th. We have 10 days remaining. Please make sure that your child is reading 30 minutes daily and AR Testing.

This year’s guest author at our Reader Celebration for IDEA Millionaires is Cressida Cowell.  She is famous for the How to Train your Dragon book series. Is your child reading to grow?

Mr. Puentes, BLS