Northside Independent School District San Antonio\'s Premier School District. Welcome 2015

March 31, 2017 | Author: Barnard Brown | Category: N/A
Share Embed Donate


Short Description

1 Northside Independent School District San Antonio's Premier School District Welcome 20152 Stay in Touch with Northside...

Description

Northside Independent School District San Antonio's P remier School District

Welcome 2015

Stay in Touch with Northside

nisd.net

facebook.com/NorthsideISD

twitter.com/NISD

youtube.com/NorthsideISD

nisd.net/parent-connection

Northside

Independent School District

friends.nisd.net

nisd.net/parent-connection

S a n A n t o n i o ' s P r e m i e r S ch o o l D i s t r i c t

WELCOME Brian T. Woods, Ed.D. Superintendent

Northside ISD Leadership The Northside ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent consider themselves a team of eight. From left, seated, are Board Secretary Bennie L. Cole, Board President Robert Blount, Jr., Superintendent Brian T. Woods, Ed.D, and Board Vice President Katie N. Reed. Standing, from left, are Trustees George Lynn Britton, Jr., M’Lissa M. Chumbley, Carol Harle, Ph.D., and Karen Freeman.

Board of Trustees Robert Blount, Jr., President Katie N. Reed, Vice President Bennie L. Cole, Secretary George Lynn Britton, Jr., Trustee M’Lissa M. Chumbley, Trustee Carol Harle, Ph.D., Trustee Karen Freeman, Trustee

Northside Trustees meet monthly in regular meetings on the fourth Tuesday of the month. They may also meet in called meetings for workshops or retreats or to handle routine business. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at the Board Room at 5900 Evers Road unless otherwise posted. Meetings are posted and open to the public. Citizens who wish to address the Board may do so by signing up to speak just prior to the beginning of the meeting.

Administration

Brian T. Woods, Ed.D., Superintendent Ray Galindo, Deputy Superintendent for Administration Linda Mora, Ph.D., Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction David Rastellini, Deputy Superintendent for Business & Finance

Northside’s Pillars of Character To augment NISD’s character building curriculum, every year, the Northside Education Foundation (NEF) selects outstanding alumni to represent six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. The Pillars serve as the centerpiece of NEF's fundraising gala, and teachers weave lessons about the Pillars’ character traits into classroom activities throughout the year. Enjoy reading about the 2014 Pillars of Character featured throughout this magazine. For information about nominating future Pillars, contact the NEF office at (210) 397-8599 or visit www.nisd.net/pillars. Published by the Northside ISD Communications Department

I want to personally welcome you to Northside Independent School District, a family-friendly school district and the school district of choice for hundreds of new families each year. We’re proud of the exemplary academic and co-curricular programs that attract families to NISD. With enrollment at 102,953, Northside remains the fourth-largest school district in Texas and is continuing to grow by about 1,500 students a year. Though enrollment growth is expected to slow down slightly, the District must continue to open new schools and classroom additions every year to ensure that all students are accommodated. In May 2014, NISD voters approved a $648.34 million bond issue to fund six new schools plus renovations and additions throughout the District. NISD also enjoys the strong support of the many businesses that are located in the District. Since 1995, the Northside Education Foundation (NEF), a nonprofit charity of community volunteers and business partners, has administered more than $8 million in scholarships, teacher grants, and other program accomplishments. We also are recognized for excellence in sound fiscal responsibility. For the twelfth year in a row, Northside has received the highest rating of “Superior Achievement” from the state’s financial accountability rating system, called Schools FIRST. Northside students attend classes in beautiful, modern, and well-equipped classrooms under the guidance of some of the finest educators in the state and nation. We welcome your visit to our campuses and look forward to you becoming a part of the Northside community.

1

Pillar of

Citizenship law-abiding, judicious, responsive

Kevin Wolff

Clark High School Class of 1983 Bexar County Commissioner

I’m so proud. There are obviously a “ number of public things I get to do in this role and from time to time there are accolades given, but receiving this honor from my old school district, I can honestly say is if not the best, is one of the best rewards I’ve received in my career.

"

2

2013–2018

Vision

Our students will be principled, knowledgeable individuals who maximize their potential to make positive contributions to society.

Mission

The Northside Independent School District and our community will provide innovative, high-quality, diverse learning experiences for all students in an ever-changing world.

Beliefs • Public education is a bridge to creating productive members of society. • Every individual is entitled to an emotionally and physically safe and respectful learning environment. • Each student deserves equal and equitable access to a quality education. • A commitment to student success is a shared responsibility among students, parents, educators, and the community. • Students learn best when they are active participants in their own learning. • The more connected families are in the educational process, the more successful the student will be. • Meaningful relationships among parents, educators, and the community foster student success. • Core academics, the arts, career & technology, electives, and extracurricular activities are crucial to a well-rounded education. • Schools create conditions that prepare students to be critical thinkers and problem solvers.

3

THE 'DESTINATION DISTRICT' Abundant land for development The District has abundant land for development and an excellent transportation system. Major roads and highways traverse NISD. District records indicate that about 24,836 lots are planned for development with another 18,984 lots possible as land likely to be developed. Because there are neighborhoods available in just about every price range — from multi-million dollar mansions to smaller, more humble homes — there are thousands of new homes being built throughout the District. Because almost 50 percent of all the new single-family houses that are built each year in Bexar County are in Northside ISD, NISD is referred to as the “Destination District.” Ninety percent of Northside ISD is located in Bexar County, but the District does extend into Bandera and Medina counties as well.

NISD: A great place to work, raise a family, and send your children to school Located in the northwest quadrant of San Antonio, Texas, Northside Independent School District, the state’s fourth largest school district, is in the heart of the most rapidly growing area of Bexar County. Many people say Northside ISD is not just in the heart of northwest San Antonio, but that it is the heart. They say this because the quality of the neighborhood schools is reflected in the quality of hundreds of smaller communities that make up Northside ISD. In Northside, schools are the hubs of their neighborhoods. The District’s appeal to families is because of factors such as excellent teachers, strong academic and extracurricular programs, and attractive and functional facilities. As a family-friendly District, the emphasis is on children and families. Northside also places great emphasis on a highquality work force and an employee-family culture. There are about 590,000 people living in 200,000 households in NISD.

NISD

Facts

Student enrollment in Northside’s first year back in 1949 was 823 students. In 2013, the District reached a historic milestone - the enrollment of the 100,000th student.

NISD: 355 square miles of urban landscape, suburban communities, and rural Texas hill country Established in 1949 by the consolidation of 12 rural school districts, Northside today is 355 square miles of urban landscape, suburban communities, and rural Texas hill country. As South Texas’ largest school system, Northside is the “Destination District” for thousands of families wanting a highquality school system. This is supported by the fact that an additional 1,500 students enrolled in NISD in 2014, and projections show that this trend will continue for the foreseeable future.

NISD: Home to giant economic generators Located within the boundaries of Northside ISD are giant economic generators such as the South Texas Medical Center, which is home to dozens of hospitals and other medical facilities. An estimated 9,200 large and small businesses are located within NISD. USAA, one of the largest

4

NISD

Facts

Keeping schools safe

insurance and financial companies in the United States, is Northside’s largest taxpayer. Entertainment giants SeaWorld and Fiesta Texas help draw people to northwest San Antonio. Valero Energy also calls Northside home. The huge Westover Hills development includes major corporations like QVC Network, Citicorp, American Funds, World Savings, Nationwide Insurance, and Chase Bank. Massive developments like the National Security Agency, Microsoft Corporation, and Lowe's Data Center continue to make NISD a commercial destination. Ingram Park Mall is one of the area’s largest shopping malls with 1.1 million square feet. Also, the sprawling and upscale Shops at La Cantera, other major shopping centers, and dozens of small and large hotels are all located within NISD. The Rim entertainment and shopping destination brings thousands of visitors to NISD. Major resorts, including the Hyatt Hill Country Resort, Hilton San Antonio Hill Country Hotel & Spa, and Westin’s La Cantera Resort, are all major NISD taxpayers.

NISD: A Bexar County Education Center In addition to the 116 public schools (including five specialized magnet high schools) that Northside ISD operates, northwest Bexar County is also a higher education and research center magnet.

Northside’s police officers are highly skilled, licensed Texas peace officers who help keep Northside’s schools safe and orderly. They are specially trained to work with students and the communities they serve.

Pride in Facilities Northside’s Maintenance and Custodial Department maintains more than 17.4 million square feet of campus and support space in 146 separate facilities. Northside takes pride in its facilities, which are huge investments for Northside taxpayers. Maintenance Department staff is guided by the proven fact that well-maintained facilities enhance the educational opportunities for children.

Huge bus fleet A bus fleet of 890 buses safely transports 67,000 students (more than half of the District’s enrollment) to and from school daily.

Keeping students in school Various programs are in place to help at-risk students stay in school. Innovative schools like the Irene L. Chavez Excel Academy help students complete their education.

The University of Texas at San Antonio, home to more than 29,000 students, is also located in Northside. UTSA offers dozens of undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate degrees. The University of Texas Health Science Center with its medical, dental, nursing, and allied health schools is located in Northside ISD. The sprawling Audie Murphy Veterans Hospital is also located within the South Texas Medical Center. In addition, Northwest Vista College, part of the Alamo Colleges, is in Northside ISD. Other large education and research centers that are located within Northside are the Southwest Research Institute and the Texas Research Park.

5

Pillar of

Caring

compassionate, empathetic, unselfish

Dr. Edward Carl Elder Holmes High School Class of 1977 Therapeutic Optometrist, EyeTx Vision Centers

Caring has to do with dedication and “ wanting to support and help individuals, and I do that quite frequently at my office. I have a lot of administrators, teachers, coaches, athletic trainers, and community leaders that contact me on a frequent basis and ask if I would be willing to provide complimentary eye care and eye wear to individuals, and I happily do so.

"

6

NISD AT A GLANCE Northside: Fourth largest in Texas:

Recognizing Excellence

Countless awards for outstanding contributions and successes have been presented to Northside teachers throughout the years. Northside teachers pride themselves on professional growth and participating in professional associations.

NISD growing by about 1,500 students a year 1 Houston ISD

215,225

2 Dallas ISD

160,244

3 Cypress-Fairbanks ISD 113,032

2014-2015

4 NORTHSIDE ISD

Staff:

5 Fort Worth ISD

85,457

6 Austin ISD

84,591

Teachers: 7,079 Professional Support: 918 Campus Administration: 329 Central Administration: 95 Educational Aides: 1,159 Auxiliary Staff: 4,118 Total 13,698* *Does not count substitute or part-time employees

Teachers Salaries: Bachelor’s beginning Bachelor’s maximum Master’s beginning Master’s maximum

$49,790 $63,452 $51,290 $64,952

Bus Fleet: Total number of buses Total students transported each day

890 67,000

(More than half of all NISD students)

NISD Total Square Footage

2014-15 square footage added: 2015-16 square footage under construction

Total # of Facilities

17,446,568 568,303 205,858

102,953

2014-2015 Enrollments

Bexar County School Districts Northside ISD 102,953 North East 68,206 San Antonio 53,811 Judson 23,398 Harlandale 15,161 Schertz-Cibolo- 14,587 Universal City Southwest 13,564 Edgewood 11,718 South San Antonio 9,971 East Central 9,803 Southside 5,336 Alamo Heights 4,807 Somerset 3,947 Military School Districts Fort Sam Houston (Army) Randolph AFB Lackland AFB

1,498 1,297 884

146

Investing in Schools: Community Support School Bond ’95 School Bond ’98 School Bond ’01 School Bond ’04 School Bond ’07 School Bond ’10 School Bond ’14 Total investment in new facilities since 1995

$98,000,000 $224,000,000 $495,000,000 $439,000,000 $692,670,000 $535,142,000 $648,340,000 $3.1 billion 7

Pillar of

Trustworthiness honest, loyal, credible

Laura Elvia Hernandez Jay High School Class of 1991 Architectural Designer, Ford, Powell & Carson



I do what I do because I enjoy it. It’s not anything I expect to get noticed for. The goal for me has always been to reach students to give them opportunities that I didn’t have, and that’s really to explore careers.



8

SAN ANTONIO'S

PREMIER SCHOOL DISTRICT District Finances (2014-2015) Cost to Educate Per Student Budget (All Funds) General Fund Child Nutrition Fund Debt Service Fund Special Revenue Fund Capital Projects Fund

$7,778 $1,216,995,842 $800,736,088 $55,835,541 $133,003,149 $47,131,064 $180,290,000

Revenues (General Fund) Tax Revenues (49.4%) State Sources (46.7%) Other Local Sources (1.7%) Federal Sources (2.2%)

$801,125,887 $395,556,837 $374,476,787 $13,201,792 $17,890,471

Expenditures (General Fund) Instructional & Instruction-Related Services Instructional & School Leadership Support Services - Student (Pupil) Administrative Support Services Support Services - Non-Student Based Ancillary Services Capital Outlay/Debt Services/Other Intergovernmental Charges

$800,736,088 $529,129,632 $65,616,114 $91,998,592 $12,504,585 $89,359,022 $8,133,457 $470,953 $3,523,733

Projected 2013-2014 Ending Fund Balance

$163,671,850

Taxes Tax Rate (total) Maintenance and Operation $1.0400 Interest & Sinking Fund $0.3355

$1.3755

Tax Exemptions Homestead $15,000 Over 65 Exemption $23,330 Disabled $23,330 Assessed Value District $37,874,007,847 Per Student (weighted ADA) $308,822

Basic Facts 2014-2015 Student Ethnicity American Indian

0.1%

Asian

3.1%

Native Hawaiian

0.3%

African American

6.3%

White

19.1%

Hispanic

68.4%

Two or more races

2.8%

Students Enrollment:

102,953

Special Education Students:

11,603

Daily Attendance:

95.6%

Free and Reduced Lunch:

50.9%

Career & Technology Courses:

126

Seniors who Apply for 99% College Admission

Community NISD Population:

590,000

NISD Registered Voters:

304,218

NISD Households:

200,000

NISD Businesses:

9,200

Ratios: Student-Teacher:

15.4 to 1

Computer-Student:

NISD

1 to 2

Facts

Exemplary financial reporting For 23 years in a row, NISD has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association for exemplary financial reporting. This is a tribute to the financial stewardship of the District.

Exemplary financial accountability For the twelfth year in a row, Northside has received the highest rating of "Superior Achievement" from the state's financial accountability rating system, called Schools FIRST. This is a tribute to the financial stewardship of the District.

9

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary Schools

Students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade benefit from a program that is designed to meet the needs of the young child. Seventyfour NISD elementary campuses offer programs that provide for maximum learning opportunities with emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics skills, and instruction in science, social studies, physical education, fine arts, and computer technology.

Adams Hill - 9627 Adams Hill Dr. 78245 (397-1400) Allen - 101 Dumont 78227 (397-0800) Aue - 24750 Baywater Stage 78255 (357-6750) Beard - 8725 Sonoma Pkwy 78023 (397-6600) Behlau - 2400 Grosenbacher Rd. 78245 (398-1000) Blattman - 3300 N. Loop 1604 W. 78231 (397-4600) Boldt - 310 Hollimon Parkway 78253 (opens 2015) Boone - 6614 Springtime 78249 (397-1450) Brauchle - 8555 Bowens Crossing 78250 (397-1500) Braun Station - 8631 Tezel Rd. 78254 (397-1550) Burke - 10111 Terra Oak 78250 (397-1300) Cable - 1706 Pinn Rd. 78227 (397-2850) Carlos Coon - 3110 Timber View 78251 (397-7250) Carnahan - 6839 Babcock Rd. 78249 (397-5850) Carson - 8151 Old Tezel 78250 (397-1100) Cody - 10403 Dugas Dr. 78245 (397-1650) Colonies North - 9915 Northampton 78230 (397-1700) Driggers - 6901 Shadow Mist 78238 (397-5900) Ellison - 7132 Oak Drive 78256 (398-1850) Elrod - 8885 Heath Circle 78250 (397-1800) Esparza - 5700 Hemphill 78228 (397-1850) Evers - 1715 Richland Hills 78251 (397-2550) Fernandez - 6845 Ridgebrook 78250 (397-1900) Fisher - 3430 Barrel Pass 78245 (397-4450) Forester - 10726 Rousseau 78245 (397-0200) Franklin - 9180 Silver Spot 78254 (398-1700) Galm - 1454 Saxon Hill 78253 (397-1150) Glass - 519 Clearview 78228 (397-1950) Glenn - 2385 Horal 78227 (397-2250) Glenoaks - 5103 Newcome Dr. 78229 (397-2300) Hatchett - 10700 Ingram Rd. 78245 (397-6850) Helotes - 13878 Riggs Rd. 78023 (397-3800) Henderson - 14605 Kallison Bend 78254 (398-1050) Hoffmann - 12118 Volunteer Pkwy. 78253 (397-8350) Howsman - 11431 Vance Jackson 78230 (397-2350) Mary Hull - 7320 Remuda Dr. 78227 (397-0950) Knowlton - 9500 Timber Path 78250 (397-2600)

Grade reports are issued every nine weeks. Progress reports are sent home halfway through each grading cycle if the student is not progressing according to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and NISD promotion requirements. Committed to the concept of neighborhood schools, Northside designs attendance areas around student populations. Boundaries set by the Board of Trustees change only as neighborhoods change. Although such changes are held to a minimum, dynamic growth in Northside sometimes makes them necessary. Students living more than two miles from their neighborhood school qualify for bus transportation. Neighborhood pick-up and drop-off locations and schedules are designed with safety, efficiency, and service as priorities. Buses arrive at the school campus in time for the students to participate in the breakfast program and typically depart immediately after school for the afternoon trip home. Each elementary school campus offers a tuition-based or grant-funded after-school care program managed by the District's Adult & Community Education Department. A child must be 6 years old on or before September 1 to enroll in the first grade, and 5 years old on or before September 1 for kindergarten. A child must be 4 years old on or before September 1 and meet other state requirements in order to be eligible for pre-kindergarten. Students who enroll in a Northside elementary school in the spring do not need to register again in the fall. A certified birth certificate is required for registration, as well as proof of residency and immunization.

Core Content: Reading, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Instruction in the core academic content areas is based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Instructional guidelines for each grade level and subject have been established in Northside ISD. Students in grades two through five take District assessments throughout the school year.

Standardized Tests Northside administers the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) to students in grades three, four, and five. School test results are available on each campus and at the District’s Central Office at 5900 Evers Road. Test results also are posted online.

10

GRADES PK-5 Bilingual and ESOL Education Bilingual Education (Transitional and Two-Way Dual Language) and English as a Second Language (ESL) instructional programs address the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) by building upon and valuing the linguistic, academic, and cultural experiences of students and families. We believe that all students can become proficient in English and succeed academically. The goal of the Spanish bilingual program is to develop bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural students. The goal of the ESL program is to enable students to become successful in an all-English curriculum. Both programs are offered at designated campuses.

Special Education Testing is available for students who have a disability or a suspected disability through Northside’s Psychological Services Department. If students are found to have a disability and an educational need, a continuum of special education service options is available. Special education students learn alongside general education students whenever possible to allow them maximum instruction in the general curriculum and interaction with their classmates. Special education teachers and speech and language pathologists offer quality services for eligible students. If students need related services such as occupational or physical therapy, these services are provided to support educational needs. Special transportation may be provided as a related service.

Gifted Program

Elementary Schools Krueger - 9900 Wildhorse Pkwy. 78254 (397-3850) Kuentz - 12303 Leslie Rd. 78023 (397-8050) Langley - 600 Stevens Pkwy. 78253 (397-0150) Leon Springs - 23881 IH 10 W. 78257 (397-4400) Leon Valley - 7111 Huebner 78240 (397-4650) Lewis - 1000 Seascape Dr. 78251 (397-2650) Lieck - 12600 Reid Ranch 78245 (398-1450) Linton - 2103 Oakhill 78238 (397-0750) Locke Hill - 5050 DeZavala 78249 (397-1600) Los Reyes - 10785 Triana Parkway 78023 (398-1200) Martin - 730 Canterbury Drive 78228 (398-1400) May - 15707 Chase Hill 78256 (397-2000) McAndrew - 26615 Toutant Beauregard 78006 (398-1750) McDermott - 5111 USAA Blvd. 78240 (397-5100) Mead - 3803 Midhorizon Dr. 78229 (397-1750) Meadow Village - 1406 Meadow Way 78227 (397-0650) Michael - 3155 Quiet Plain 78245 (397-3900) Mireles - 12260 Rockwall Mill 78253 (398-1500)

The Northside ISD Gifted and Talented Program, Advanced Learning Programs for High Achievers (ALPHA), is designed for identified gifted and talented students in grades K-12. GT students are given opportunities to work together as a group, work with other students, and work independently. For more information about program identification or GT program service options, contact the campus and/or District Director of GT Programs and Advanced Academics.

Murnin - 9019 Dugas 78251 (397-4550)

Fine Arts

Ott - 100 N. Grosenbacher 78253 (397-5550)

Fine Arts instruction is part of the basic elementary curriculum. Art and music specialists teach a TEKS-driven curriculum that includes the state and national standards. Northside elementary fine arts promote a highly visible program that involves students in multiple music and art performances, opportunities, and exhibits. Not only does the program develop students' interests and skills in music and art, but it allows the student to develop as a total child.

Myers - 3031 Village Parkway 78251 (397-6650) Nichols - 9560 Braun 78254 (397-4050) Northwest Crossing - 10255 Dover Ridge 78250 (397-0600) Oak Hills Terrace - 5710 Cary Grant 78240 (397-0550)

Passmore - 570 Pinn Rd. 78227 (397-0500) Powell - 6003 Thunder 78238 (397-0450) Raba - 9740 Raba Dr. 78251 (397-1350) Rhodes - 5714 North Knoll 78240 (397-4000) Scarborough - 12280 Silver Pointe 78254 (397-8000) Scobee - 11223 Cedar Park 78249 (397-0700) Steubing - 11655 Braefield 78249 (397-4350)

Dress Code

Thornton - 6450 Pembroke 78240 (397-3950)

Shorts and skorts may be worn at the elementary school level. In grades three through five, they should be no more than 4 inches above the knee cap. Baggy or saggy pants and clothing that is suggestive, indecent, or distracting are not permitted. A complete copy of the Northside student dress code is available on each campus and in the student handbook. The campus administration, after consulting with the School Advisory Team and considering school/ community needs, may have additional dress or grooming regulations that are campus-specific. [Note: Some schools require uniforms. Please call the individual schools.]

Timberwilde - 8838 Timberwilde 78250 (397-0400) Valley Hi - 8503 Ray Ellison 78227 (397-0350) Villarreal - 2902 White Tail 78228 (397-5800) Wanke - 10419 Old Prue Rd. 78249 (397-6700) Ward - 8400 Cavern Hill 78254 (397-6800) Westwood Terrace - 2315 Hackamore Lane 78227 (397-0300)

11

MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle Schools Bernal

14045 Bella Vista Place 78253 (398-1900)

Northside students in grades six through eight benefit from a program designed to meet the needs of the adolescent child. The 20 middle school campuses offer strong academic programs within the core subjects of mathematics, social studies, science, and English Language Arts.

Briscoe

4265 Lone Star Pkwy 78253 (398-1100)

Connally

8661 Silent Sunrise 78250 (397-1000)

Folks

9855 Swayback Ranch 78254 (398-1600)

Hector Garcia

14900 Kyle Seale Pkwy. 78255 (397-8400)

Students also take courses in physical education and electives such as computer literacy, fine arts, family consumer science, foreign language, career and technology education, and Skills for Adolescence. Enrichment and acceleration can be achieved through Pre-AP classes and gifted programs. Advanced Learning Programs for High Achievers (ALPHA) offers an array of services for gifted and talented students in middle school. Admissions screening takes place throughout the year.

Hobby

11843 Vance Jackson 78230 (397-6300)

Jefferson

10900 Shaenfield Rd. 78254 (397-3700)

Jones

Middle school students attend classes in modern, well-equipped facilities located in neighborhoods throughout the District. Bus transportation is available for students who live more than two miles from school, and full-service cafeterias offer hot breakfast and lunch daily.

1256 Pinn Rd. 78227 (397-2100)

Jordan

1725 Richland Hills Dr. 78251 (397-6150)

Luna

200 N. Grosenbacher 78253 (397-5300)

Neff

5227 Evers Rd. 78238 (397-4100)

Pease

201 Hunt Lane 78245 (397-2950)

Rawlinson

14100 Vance Jackson 78249 (397-4900)

A variety of Special Education services are available for students with disabilities on all Northside middle school campuses.

Grading and Testing The school year is divided into two semesters of three six-week grading periods each. Middle school students are graded on a numerical grading system: 90-100=A, 80-89=B, 75-79=C, 70-74=D, and 69 and below=F. Teachers schedule conferences with parents as needed, and parents are always welcome to initiate conferences. Tutoring sessions are offered to students needing academic assistance.

Rayburn

1400 Cedarhurst 78227 (397-2150)

Ross

3630 Callaghan 78228 (397-6350)

Rudder

6558 Horn Blvd. 78240 (397-5000)

Stevenson

8403 Tezel Rd. 78254 (397-7300)

Dress Code

Stinson

A complete copy of the Northside student dress code is available on each campus website. The campus administration, after consulting with the School Advisory Team and considering school/ community needs, may have additional dress or grooming regulations that are campus-specific. [Note: Some middle schools require uniforms. Please call the individual schools.]

13200 Skyhawk 78249 (397-3600)

Vale

2120 N. Ellison 78251 (397-5700)

Zachry

9410 Timber Path 78250 (397-7400)

NISD

Facts

Board policies online: nisd.net Northside’s School Board policies are available online at the District website, nisd.net. By following prompts and keywords, individuals may search and access all policies.

12

Students in grades six, seven, and eight take the state-mandated State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) in the spring. Subjects tested by STAAR are reading, writing, math, social studies, and science. Middle school students who take high school-level Algebra 1 will take the STAAR End-of-Course test in the spring.

GRADES 6-8 English as a Second Language Education The English as a Second Language (ESL) instructional program addresses the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) by building upon and valuing the linguistic, academic, and cultural experiences of students and families. We believe that all students can become proficient in English and succeed academically. The goal of the ESL program is to enable students to become successful in an all-English curriculum.

Two-Way Dual Language Education

Special Schools Irene L. Chavez Excel Academy

6500 Ingram Rd. 78238 (397-8120)

The Holmgreen Center

8580 Ewing Halsell 78229 (397-5460)

Northside Alternative Middle School-North

11937 IH 10 W. 78230 (397-2070)

The goal of the Spanish Two-Way dual language program is to develop bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural students. The program is offered at designated campuses.

Northside Alternative Middle School-South

Sample Three-Year Course Plan

Northside Alternative High School

This sample plan is flexible, may vary from campus to campus, and allows students to take subjects of particular interest while still completing required courses.

5223 Blessing 78228 (397-6900) 144 Hunt Lane 78245 (397-7080)

The Reddix Center

4711 Sid Katz 78229 (397-2401)

Grade 6 English Language Arts Math Science Social Studies Physical Education/Skills for Adolescence Elective

NISD

Facts

Students attend neighborhood schools

Grade 7

In Northside, children attend schools assigned to a street address; however, because of the opening of new schools annually, boundaries frequently change.

English Language Arts Math Science Texas History Physical Education Elective(s)

To determine which schools serve a particular address, click on Buses and Boundaries at nisd.net and follow the prompts.

Grade 8 English Language Arts Math or Algebra 1 Science U.S. History Physical Education Elective(s)

Parent Connection offers a web portal to view students' assignments, attendance, grades, disciplinary actions, and accepts payments for cafeteria meals.

For information on registering your children in Northside go to

nisd.net/schools/enrollment. 13

HIGH SCHOOL NISD

Facts

Five magnet schools provide focused instruction NISD offers students a choice of five magnet programs that provide specialized/focused instruction. Four programs share campuses with their larger comprehensive high schools. Business Careers HS is located at Holmes HS; Communications Arts HS is located at Taft HS; Jay Science & Engineering Academy is located at Jay HS; and Construction Careers Academy is located at Warren HS. The fifth, Health Careers HS, is located on its own campus in the South Texas Medical Center. All schools accept students via an application process.

100 languages spoken Over the years, thousands of students speaking more than 100 different languages from all over the world have been assessed for English language proficiency by staff at the Northside Student Placement Center. NISD offers state-mandated Bilingual and ESL Education Programs that focus on the development of English language proficiency. Northside is serving more than 7,600 English Language Learners.

Comprehensive High Schools and Magnet Schools Students in grades nine through 12 benefit from comprehensive high school programs and specialized magnet programs. Regular course offerings emphasize mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Enrichment of these skills can be gained through enrollment in honors and Pre-AP courses, Advanced Placement courses, and dualcredit courses for college credit. Further enrichment and enhancement of academic and life skills may be achieved through participation in academic electives, international languages, fine arts, physical education, technology applications, and career and technology classes. Students compete in academic and athletic contests in University Interscholastic League (UIL). Ten comprehensive neighborhood high schools and five magnet high schools offer students a wide variety of education options. Bus transportation is available, and cafeterias are open daily for a hot breakfast and lunch. With parental permission, some students qualify for off-campus lunch. A tuitionbased Summer School includes opportunities for enrichment, acceleration, and course retrieval.

Grading and Testing The school year is divided into two semesters of three six-week or two nine-week grading periods each. High school students are graded on a numerical grading system: 90-100=A, 80-89=B, 75-79=C, 70-74=D, and 69 and below=F. Free tutoring sessions are offered before and after school by classroom teachers and National Honor Society students. Various types of tests are administered in Northside high schools including college entrance exams, career inventories, and other assessments vital to providing information about the students to both parents and staff. The PSAT is given to all 10th and 11th grade students and the SAT is given to all juniors in the spring semester. The state continues to transition from the TAKS to the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) standardized testing system. Students who entered ninth grade in the 2011-12 school year and beyond are the first to take 5 end-of-course exams to graduate. Students who entered ninth grade prior to the 2011-12 school year will graduate under the TAKS testing system. For more information, visit the District’s graduation website at www.nisd.net/schools/graduation.

English as a Second Language Education The English as a Second Language (ESL) instructional program addresses the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) by building upon and valuing the linguistic, academic, and cultural experiences of students and families. We believe that all students can become proficient in English and succeed academically. The goal of the ESL program is to enable students to become successful in an all-English curriculum by providing sheltered instruction in all content areas.

Dress Code Shorts may NOT be worn at the high school level. Skirts, dresses, and culottes must be no shorter than 4 inches above the top of the knee cap. Baggy or saggy pants and clothing that is suggestive or indecent or which causes a distraction are not permitted. A complete copy of the Northside student dress code is available on each campus and in the student handbook available online. The campus administration, after consulting with the School Advisory Team and considering school/community needs, may have additional dress or grooming regulations that are campus-specific.

14

Pillar of

Respect

courteous, intuitive, unbiased

James “Rad” Weaver Clark High School Class of 1994 CEO, McCombs Partners



Respect is a pretty powerful word. It’s something that can’t be bought and has to be earned over time, so to be associated with that trait is a great honor for me.

"

15

GRADES 9-12 High Schools Brandeis

13011 Kyle Seale Pkwy. 78249 (397-8200)

Brennan

2400 Cottonwood Way 78253 (398-1250)

Business Careers

6500 Ingram Rd. 78238 (397-7070)

Clark

5150 DeZavala Rd. 78249 (397-5150)

Communications Arts

11600 FM 471 W 78253 (397-6043)

Construction Careers Academy

9411 Military Dr. West 78251 (397-4294)

Health Careers

4646 Hamilton Wolfe 78229 (397-5400)

Holmes

6500 Ingram Rd. 78238 (397-7000)

Jay

7611 Marbach 78227 (397-2700)

Jay Science & Engineering Academy 7611 Marbach 78227 (397-2773)

Marshall

8000 Lobo Lane 78240 (397-7100)

O’Connor

12221 Leslie Rd. Helotes 78023 (397-4800)

Stevens

600 N Ellison Dr. 78251 (397-6450)

Taft

11600 FM 471 W 78253 (397-6000)

Warren

9411 Military Dr. West 78251 (397-4200)

Special Education Testing is available for students who have a disability or a suspected disability through Northside’s Psychological Services Department. If students are found to have a disability and an educational need, a continuum of special education service options is available. Special education students learn alongside general education students whenever possible to allow them maximum instruction in the general curriculum and interaction with their enrolled grade level peers. Special education teachers and speech and language pathologists offer quality services for eligible students. If students need related services such as occupational or physical therapy, these services are provided to support educational needs. Special transportation may be provided as a related service.

Graduation and Beyond Students who began their high school freshman year prior to the 2014-2015 school year are working towards graduation on either the Recommended, Distinguished, or Foundation with Endorsement graduation plans. Because there are several options, it is important that students consult with the designated counselor at the high school to choose the best plan. Beginning with the 2014-2015 school year, all entering freshmen will graduate under the Foundation Graduation Plan with at least one Endorsement. The plan allows campuses to offer courses that enrich the school experience, align with student interest, and fit well with the student’s post high school plans.

Northside Child Nutrition Services, a TDA commended program, serves about 21 million meals per year in all schools.

16

Career and Technology Education programs offer an introduction to different career areas, training for specific career fields, and options for further education. The high school-level gifted program includes seminars, an independent study mentorship, a leadership course, honors and Advanced Placement courses, credit by examination, and dual credit opportunities.

Pillar of

Fairness equitable, open, reasonable

Aaron Barker

Marshall High School Class of 1971 Singer/Songwriter



My mother gave me a great sense of fairness. I was raised with four brothers and she was great at keeping everything equal, so I kind of grew up with that. To be recognized for fairness is quite an honor because it’s an important and individual thing. One person at a time, we have to exercise that fairness.

"

17

GRADUATION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS NISD

Facts

Volunteers expand education's reach With the help of 18,000 volunteers, Northside schools provide classroom enrichment opportunities beyond the regular budget. Donating time, energy, expertise, and funds, business and community partners as well as parents serve on advisory committees, support fundraisers, and serve as mentors and tutors. For example, the OASIS Program puts dozens of senior citizens in elementary schools to help tutor students, and The Capital Group Companies Scholars Program awards college savings funds to selected Ross Middle School students beginning in seventh grade. Northside Education Foundation, a premier partnership made up entirely of volunteers, supports a competitive grants program for employees to implement in NISD classrooms. Since 1995, NEF has administered more than $8 million in program accomplishments.

NISD Foundation Graduation Program with an Endorsement To be considered for automatic acceptance to a state university, a student must graduate with a distinguished level of achievement by earning an Endorsement and Algebra 2 credit.

English

credit credit credit credit

1 1 1 1

credit credit credit credit

1 1 1 1

credit credit credit credit

1 1 ½ ½

credit credit credit credit

Mathematics

Algebra I Geometry * Algebra II or other Adv. Math Course Advanced Mathematics Course

Science

Biology IPC or Adv. Physical Science Course Advanced Science Course Advanced Science Course

Social Studies

World Geography or World History U.S. History Economics United States Government

Languages Other than English (LOTE)

2 credits

NISD libraries are learning centers

Physical Education

1 credit

As instructional hubs of their campuses, NISD libraries contain extensive print and digital collections to support the K-12 curriculum, as well as pleasure reading. NISD’s combined shelves contain and circulate nearly 2 million books, and offer a collection of more than 34,900 eBooks as well. Students also have home and school access to several online databases to support scholarly research. Northside library initiatives are well supported by the Friends of Northside ISD Libraries organization.

Fine Arts

1 credit

Health (local requirement)

½ credit

Communication Applications (local requirement)

½ credit

Electives

6 credits

TOTAL

26 credits

* Algebra II is required to earn a distinguished level of achievement.

These charts are general in information. More specific details are available from the school.

18

1 1 1 1

English I English II English III Advanced English Course

NORTHSIDE RECOMMENDED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS ENTERING NINTH GRADE BETWEEN 2010-2011 AND 2013-2014

English 4 credits Mathematics 4 credits Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II Social Studies 4 credits World Geography 1 credit World History 1 credit U.S. History 1 credit 1 Economics ⁄2 credit 1 U.S. Government ⁄2 credit Science 4 credits Biology plus Chemistry, IPC or Physics, and one elective

NISD... San Antonio’s Premier

lab-based science course.

Bexar County Line

Co Ba un nde ty ra Lin e

10

26 credits

35

1604

TOTAL

School District Medina County Line

International Language 2 credits (same language) 1 Communications Applications/Speech ⁄2 credit Physical Education 1 credit 1 Health ⁄2 credit Fine Arts 1 credit Electives 5 credits

410

10

Lin e

Northside Minimum Graduation Program 90

English

4 credits

Mathematics

3 credits

(to include Algebra, Geometry)

Science

1 credit

U.S. History

1 credit

U.S. Government

1⁄2 credit

Economics

1⁄2 credit

Science/Social Studies 2 credits (selected from either World History or World Geography, and another science) 1 credit 1⁄2 credit 1 credit

Communications Applications/Speech

1⁄2 credit

Electives

7 credits

TOTAL

Bex ar C oun ty L ine

1604

Bexar County

World History or World Geography

Fine Arts

04 16

2 credits

Social Studies

Health

410

35

(Biology and IPC or Biology and Chemistry with Physics taken as Science/Social Studies elective)

Physical Education

37

Be xa rC ou nty

(COUNSELOR APPROVAL REQUIRED)

24 credits

These charts are general in information. More specific details are available from the school.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

NORTHSIDE ISD Alamo Heights ISD Fort Sam Houston ISD Randolph Field ISD Judson ISD San Antonio ISD Edgewood ISD Lackland ISD Medina Valley ISD South San Antonio ISD Harlandale ISD East Central ISD Southwest ISD Somerset ISD Southside ISD North East ISD 19

CONTINUE THE EXCELLENCE TEXAS' FOURTH LARGEST SCHOOL DISTRICT NISD

Facts

D I R E C TO RY

Growth means schools Since 1995, Trustees have secured authorization from District voters for $3.1 billion in bonds to build schools and make improvements at all others. In May 2014, voters approved a $648.34 million bond issue to build six new schools and fund renovations and additions throughout the District. The first new school from School Bond 2014 will open in 2016.

Hundreds of classrooms planned for future growth The following is a list of schools in the construction or planning phase and the year they will open. Some do not have names yet. The working names being used are in quotation marks and refer to the geographic proximity. Boldt ES

2015

“FM 471 #3 area” ES

2016

“Village at WestPointe East area” ES 2016 “Kallison Ranch area” HS

2017

NISD Athletic Complexes

ES-elementary school HS-high school

NISD

Main District Switchboard 397-8500 Athletics 397-7509 Boundary Information 397-8589 Bilingual Education 397-8173 Child Nutrition 397-4512 Communications 397-8550 Community Education 397-8100 Connections (Homeless) 397-0530 Gifted Program 397-8631 Guidance & Counseling 397-1257 Health Services 397-3551 Human Resources 397-8600 Instruction - Elementary 397-8644 Instruction - Secondary 397-8637 Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten 397-8780 Learning Tree (After-School Care) 397-8102 Partnerships Office 397-8599 Police 397-5600 Pupil Personnel 397-8695 School Age Parenting 397-8111 Special Education - Elementary 397-8742 Special Education - Secondary 397-8754 Student Services 397-3500 Superintendent 397-8770 Technology Services 397-8666 Testing & Evaluation 397-8726 Transportation 397-0939

The Don Hardin Athletic Complex,

Facts

Northside’s first graduating class in 1951 had nine graduates. Today, more than 6,000 students graduate from Northside high schools each year.

a 70-acre site at Loop 410 and Culebra, provides competition-level facilities for sports. These include Gustafson Football Stadium, Paul Taylor Field House, George Block Aquatics Center, Northside Softball Stadium (2 fields), Northside Soccer Fields, Northside Baseball Stadium (Inselmann Field and Field #2), and the Annemarie Tennis Center. In addition, the Northside Activity Center, a multi-purpose center, hosts hundreds of large and small meetings year-round.

The Dub Farris Athletic Complex

opened in 2003 on Loop 1604 at Hausman Road. The facility includes a football/soccer stadium, the Northside Natatorium, the Northside Swim Center, and the soon-to-be-built Northside Sports Gym. Located next to the site are Stinson Middle School and Brandeis High School.

The Northside Tennis Center 20

opened in 2013 and is located near O’Connor High School.

Pillar of

Responsibility diligent, conscientious, stalwart

Dr. Meredith Rockeymore Brooks

Health Careers High School Class of 1994 Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatric Pain and Pediatric Anesthesiology, Stanford University School of Medicine

I just feel hugely honored to be given “ this pillar of responsibility. It’s been a huge

blessing because I hope to inspire other children who are in Northside to dream big and reach for the stars. Even if they are not good in math or science like I wasn’t initially, they can still achieve, by the grace of God, all of their dreams.

"

21

Northside Independent School District 5900 Evers Rd. San Antonio, TX 78238-1606 (210) 397-8500 nisd.net

View more...

Comments

Copyright � 2017 SILO Inc.