WELCOME TO THE 2011-12 SCHOOL YEAR

WELCOME TO THE 2011-12 SCHOOL YEAR

Mark your calendars! First day of classes for SAISD students is Monday, Aug. 22. Whether you’re a returning student or new to the District, here’s everything you need to know to help get the new school year off to a great start.

SCHOOL TIMES
• Early Childhood Education Center campuses - 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Elementary – 8:10 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.
• Middle school – 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• High school – 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

WHAT TO WEAR
All District students must be attired in a uniform of khaki pants, shorts, skirts, capris or jumper and a white top or alternate school-approved shirts with collars in school colors. 
See flyer with details: Uniform Flyer 2011
For more information, including uniform assistance, call 224-2270.

MEAL APPLICATIONS
As part of the registration process, parents or guardians are encouraged to submit free and reduced-priced meal applications verifying their child’s eligibility.
SAISD’s participation is offered in conjunction with the federal Child Nutrition Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
NEW SAISD students must have lunch money on the first day of school and every day until a free and reduced-price school meal application has been received and processed by the Food & Child Nutrition Services Application Office.
Lunch prices: pre-kinder – 5th grade.......... $1.80
6th – 12th grade........................................... $2.05
Breakfast is served free of charge to students.

DON’T KNOW WHICH SCHOOL?
Call SAISD’s Parent, Community & Business Partnerships, 554-2210.

AFTER-SCHOOL CHALLENGE PROGRAM
This after-school learning opportunity for select elementary and middle school students is available at 63 campuses. Entry fee is on a sliding scale. Districtwide registration will be:
• Aug. 18, 3 to 7 p.m., at the Alamo Convocation Center, 110 Tuleta St.
For more information contact the providers:
• Boys & Girls Club of San Antonio – 977-1480
• Greater San Antonio After-School All Stars – 229-7827
• YMCA – 924-2277
• YWCA – 433-9922


2011-12 CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Aug. 22................. First day of school
Sept. 5..................Labor Day
Oct. 21.................. End of first nine weeks
Oct. 24.................. Student holiday/staff development
Nov. 11..................Veterans Day holiday
Nov. 21-25............Thanksgiving holiday
Dec. 19- Jan. 2.....Winter break
Jan. 16..................Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 20..................End second nine weeks
Jan. 23.................. Student holiday/staff development
Feb. 20................. Student holiday/staff development
March 12-16........Spring break
March 30.............. End third nine weeks
April 2.................. Student holiday/staff development
April 6..................Good Friday
April 27................ Battle of Flowers Day
May 28..................Memorial Day
June 6................... Last school day

Mission

To transform SAISD into a national model urban school district where every child graduates and is educated so that he or she is prepared to be a contributing member of the community.

Vision

Our primary purpose of improving lives through a quality education is driven by an unrelenting determination to graduate all of our students and prepare them for success in higher education. Our ideology is reflected in our fundamental beliefs, commitments and core values that guide us in our daily practices.

Core Values

  • Student Centered
  • High Expectations
  • Commitment
  • Passion
  • Integrity
  • Respect
  • Teamwork

Core Beliefs

  • Every student can learn and achieve at high levels.
  • We are responsible for the education and safety of every student.
  • We are responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the school system.
  • Everyone should be treated with respect.
  • People support what they help create.