Volume 7 Issue 2 October 2011 Dear Reader, Young, innocent minds sometimes are the wisest - and funniest. Here are some quotes from children that can apply to all ages: “Never trust a dog to watch your food” -Patrick, age 10 “When you want something expensive, ask your grandparents.” -Matthew, age 12 “Wear a hat when feeding seagulls.” -Rocky, age 9 “Never try to hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.” -Rosemary, age 7 “Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing taxes. “ - Carrol, age 9 “Don’t ever be too full for dessert.” -Kelly, age 10 “Don’t pick on your sister when she’s holding a baseball bat.” -Joel, age 12 “Listen to your brain. It has lots of information.” -Chelsey, age 7 “Never dare your little brother to paint the family car.” -Phillip, age 13 “Forget the cake, go for the icing.” -Cynthia, age 8 “Remember the two places you are always welcome - church and grandma’s house.” -Joanne, age 11 Welcome “PIISD does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or provision of services, programs or activities.” Point Isabel I.S.D. Success in Sports! T he 7th grade Lady Tarpons Cross Country team holds the first place trophy they won at the Edcouch-Elsa meet on Saturday, October 1. Top finishers were Simone Harry, 3rd place, Brisia Gonzalez, 6th place, Kenedy Martinez, 8th place, Jasmine Saldivar, 11th place, Clara Christensen, 20th place, and Daniela Pazos, 41st place. The others who finished strong included Leslie Torres, Marissa Simpson, Joanna Cuevas, Abigail Cisneros, and Camryn Fridy. This was the second consecutive first place finish for the Lady Tarpons, who won at La Feria the previous week. T he Port Isabel Varsity football team was Rio Grande Valley Chevy Dealers and Channel 4 “Team of the Week” for the week of September 19-23, 2011. They were chosen from all the teams in the valley. Every week the Chevy group in conjunction with Channel 4 pick one team out of the valley and they are presented with a trophy and a newscast. Derry Elementary Helping Bastrop D erry Elementary students, banded together to help their peers at Bastrop whose homes and possessions were destroyed by wildfires. Derry Student Council joined together in a state- wide initiative in light of the fires. They raised $550 to help their fellow students and educators in the Bastrop area.
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Volume 7 Issue 2 October 2011
Dear Reader,Young, innocent minds sometimes are the wisest - and funniest. Here are some quotes from children that can apply to all ages:“Never trust a dog to watch your food” -Patrick, age 10
“When you want something expensive, ask your grandparents.” -Matthew, age 12
“Wear a hat when feeding seagulls.” -Rocky, age 9
“Never try to hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.” -Rosemary, age 7
“Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing taxes. “ - Carrol, age 9
“Don’t ever be too full for dessert.” -Kelly, age 10
“Don’t pick on your sister when she’s holding a baseball bat.” -Joel, age 12
“Listen to your brain. It has lots of information.” -Chelsey, age 7
“Never dare your little brother to paint the family car.” -Phillip, age 13
“Forget the cake, go for the icing.” -Cynthia, age 8
“Remember the two places you are always welcome - church and grandma’s house.” -Joanne, age 11
Welcome
“PIISD does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or provision of services, programs or activities.”
Point Isabel I.S.D. Success in Sports!
The 7th grade Lady Tarpons Cross Country team holds the first place
trophy they won at the Edcouch-Elsa meet on Saturday, October 1. Top finishers were Simone Harry, 3rd place, Brisia Gonzalez, 6th place, Kenedy Martinez, 8th place, Jasmine Saldivar, 11th place, Clara Christensen, 20th place, and Daniela Pazos, 41st place. The others who finished strong included Leslie Torres, Marissa Simpson, Joanna Cuevas, Abigail Cisneros, and Camryn Fridy. This was the second consecutive first place finish for the Lady Tarpons, who won at La Feria the previous week.
The Port Isabel Varsity football team was Rio Grande Valley Chevy Dealers
and Channel 4 “Team of the Week” for the week of September 19-23, 2011.
They were chosen from all the teams in the valley. Every week the Chevy group in conjunction with Channel 4 pick one team out of the valley and they are presented with a trophy and a newscast.
Derry Elementary Helping Bastrop
Derry Elementary students, banded together to help their peers at Bastrop whose homes and
possessions were destroyed by wildfires.
Derry Student Council joined together in a state-wide initiative in light of the fires. They raised $550 to help their fellow students and educators in the Bastrop area.
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Tarpons!
Superintendent’s Message
Dear Parents and Community Members,
It is with great pride and love for this community that I
continue to serve as your Superintendent. School Districts
across Texas are faced with new state assessments (STAAR
and End of Course) which have higher academic standards as
well as budget constraints. Nevertheless, we are truly com-
mitted to a quality education for all students.
This past year we were blessed with the District, Derry,
Garriga and Junior High School being TEA Recognized. Our
School Board was honored with Region One’s School Board
of the Year Award. In addition, many of our other accomplishments include
but not limited to: UIL Academic Champions at the Elementary Schools and Junior High, 45 ele-
mentary students qualified for the Duke Talent Identification Program Award, National Center for
Education Achievement Campus Award, 7 Regional and 2 State Junior High Science Fair Qualifi-
ers, Title I, Part A Distinguished Progress Award, 1st Place in State and 1 International Qualifier in
DECA, HS State Champions in Texas Small School Bands, 4th in State Marching Contest, 1 student
placed 3rd in State Track and 6th in State Cross Country, Football District Champs, Soccer District
Champs, Varsity Girls Track District Champs and many more outstanding extra-curricular awards in
cheerleading, dance groups, athletics and band.
We appreciate your support as we move into a more rigorous curricula and higher expectations.
We cannot impress upon you the importance of sending your child to school daily. Together we can
achieve all as we continue our Tradition of Excellence!
Sincerely, E. R. Pineda, Ed. D. Superintendent
Point Isabel Independent School District
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Port Isabel Rotary Club Donate Books to Garriga Elementary
Port Isabel Rotary Club donated copies of “Llama Llama Red Pajamas” in honor of Jumpstart for Reading. The Port Isabel Rotary Club has donated books to the elementary school in keeping with its goal to promote literacy.
The students and faculty would like to say a big “THANK YOU!” to the Port Isabel Rotary Club.
October 9-15Fire Prevention Week
October 10-14National School Lunch Week
October 13High School Compass Testing at Port Isabel High School Rm. 402 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
October 15Port Isabel High School Saturday Academy at Port Isabel High School from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
BandUIL Pigskin at San Benito High School at 4:15 p.m.October 17-21National School Bus Safety WeekTeen Read Week at Port Isabel Junior HighOctober 18TAKS ELA Exit Level (Retest)
Regular School Board Meeting at Central Office at 6 p.m.High School Compass testing at Port Isabel High School Rm. 402 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.October 19TAKS Math Exit Level (Retest)
October 20TAKS Science Exit Level (Retest)
October 21TAKS Social Studies Exit Level (Retest)
October 24-28Red Ribbon Week
October 26Progress Reports go out
October 27Homecoming Parade beginning at Boys and Girls Club at 5:30 p.m.
October 28Junior High School Halloween Dance
October 29High School Homecoming Dance 8 p.m. - 12 p.m.
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EventsNational School Bus Safety Week
October 17-21, 2011Every day, more than 26 million students ride school bus transportation to and from school. To celebrate School Bus Safety Week, the American School Bus Council is sharing the following safety tips for parents and students.
For Students:
• Be alert to traffic. Check both ways for cars before stepping off the bus.
• Make eye contact with the bus driver and wait for the bus driver’s signal before crossing the street.
• Walk in front of the bus and stay in a safe place away from the street.
• Before leaving the sidewalk, look for the flashing red lights.
• Never go under the bus to retrieve something you have dropped.
For Parents:
• Have your child ride the school bus to and from school instead of having or riding with teenage passengers.
• Never attempt to go around or pass a school bus when the stop arm is down. The stop arm, which consists of a stop sign and red flashing lights, requires drivers in all states to stop.
• Review the above safety rules with your child regularly.
• Get to know the parents of other riders. You will learn about the other children who are riding along with your child.
• Team with other parents to get involved and monitor bus stops and bus routes. Voice concerns immediately to your school district.
Get to know your school’s transportation coordinator and your child’s bus driver. They are trained professionals who see your child daily. They would be happy to tell you about the safety features on the bus and the responsibility drivers have for keeping their passengers safe. Keep phone numbers handy in case the bus is delayed or in the event of an emergency.
Sign up for American School Bus council updates to stay informed about the latest safety information, news and information on school buses at www.americanschoolbuscouncil.com.
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Project P.U.E.N.T.E Tutorial ScheduleProject P.U.E.N.T.E welcomes all students who are in need of academic assistance to participate in the morning and afternoon tutoring classes.
Port Isabel High School: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
“PIISD no discrimina a base de raza, color, origen nacional, religion, sexo, edad o discapacidad en empleo en la provision de servicios o actividades”
October 9-15Semana de Prevencion de Incendios
October 10-14Semana Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares
October 13Examen Compass en Port Isabel High School en Port Isabel High School salon no. 402 de 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
October 15Academia de Sabado en Port Isabel High School de 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
UIL Pigskin de Banda en San Benito High School a las 4:15 p.m.October 17-21Semana de prevencion de incendios“Teen Read Week” en Port Isabel Junior HighOctober 18Examen TAKS ELA 11o grado (retoma)
Junta del Consejo Escolar en la oficina central a las 6 p.m.Examen Compass en Port Isabel High School salon no. 402 de 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.October 19Examen TAKS 11o grado matematicas (retoma)
October 20Examen TAKS 11o grado ciencias (retoma)
October 21Examen TAKS 11o ciencias sociales (retoma)
October 24-28Semana de campaña contra las drogas
October 26Reportes de progreso
October 27Desfile de “Homecoming” empieza en el club Boys and Girls a las 5:30 p.m.
October 28Baile de Halloween en Junior High School
October 29Baile de “Homecoming” de 8 p.m. - 12 p.m.
Derry Elementary Ayudando a Bastrop
Estudiantes de Derry Elementary, se unieron para ayudar a sus compañeros en Bastrop, cuyas casas
y pertenencias fueron destruidas por los incendios forestales.
El Consejo de Estudiantes de Derry se unieron en una iniciativa a nivel estatal a la luz de los fuegos. Se recaudaron $ 550 para ayudar a sus compañeros estudiantes y educadores en el área de Bastrop.
Cada día, más de 26 millones de estudiantes usan el transporte de autobús escolar. Para celebrar la semana de la seguridad de Transporte Escolar, el Consejo Americano de Transporte Escolar comparte los siguientes consejos de seguridad para los padres y los estudiantes.
Para Estudiantes:
• Estar alerta al trafico. Revisar ambos sentidos para coches antes de bajar del autobus.
• Haz contacto visual con el conductor y espera la señal del conductor de autobús antes de cruzar la calle.
• Camina frente del autobús, permanece en un lugar seguro lejos de la calle.
• Antes de abandonar la acera, busca el parpadeo de las luces rojas.
• Nunca intentes recuperar algo que se ha caído debajo del autobús.
Para Padres:
• Haga que su hijo use el transporte escolar para ir y venir de la escuela en lugar de usar transporte regular con otros adolescentes.
• Nunca trate de dar la vuelta o pasar un autobús escolar cuando el brazo de la parada se ha reducido. El brazo de parada, que consta de una señal de alto y luces intermitentes rojas, requiere, en todos los Estados, que los conductores se detengan.
• Revise las reglas de seguridad anteriores con su hijo regularmente.
• Conozca a los padres de otros estudiantes que usan el mismo autobús escolar. Usted aprenderá acerca de los otros niños que están viajando junto con su hijo.
• Únase con otros padres para vigilar las paradas de autobús y rutas de los autobuses, comunique inmediatamente cualquier preocupación referente al transporte escolar a su distrito escolar.
Conozca al coordinador de transporte de la escuela y conductor de autobús de su hijo. Son profesionales capacitados que ven a su hijo diariamente, con gusto le informaran acerca sobre las características de seguridad en el autobús y las responsabilidades que los conductores tienen para mantener a sus pasajeros seguros. Mantenga números de teléfono a mano en caso que el autobús se retrasa o en el caso de una emergencia.
Regístrese con el Consejo Americano de Transporte Escolar para mantenerse informado sobre la más reciente información de seguridad, noticias e información sobre los autobuses escolares en www.americanschoolbuscouncil.com.
