Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please take a moment to read the attached letter regarding an incident that occurred near Hawthorne this morning during drop-off time. The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority, and we are committed to keeping you informed.
Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our school community safe.
Warm regards,
Marisa Mendez
Principal
Hawthorne Academy
about 2 months ago, Marisa Mendez
We hope you can join us!
about 2 months ago, Edith Orantes
Kinder-3rd parents, you're invited to attend an information meeting for our cheer team. Please see the flyer for more information.
about 2 months ago, Edith Orantes
A message from our Hawthorne PTO. Please slide through all pictures. Have a great weekend!
2 months ago, Edith Orantes
Parents, please view the Annual Notification to Parents/Guardians Regarding Student Health Services:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A8YDY-61ahKHHafBEok3nF8bpptBSQrj/view?
A new Senate Bill has been enacted that mandates obtaining consent for student services within the school. To ensure that there are no interruptions to the services your child receives, please complete the attached consent form at your earliest convenience. Your prompt attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your cooperation.
The form can also be filled out online by clicking here or scanning the QR code:
https://saisd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9ZAIUxBny1JFsYC?
2 months ago, Edith Orantes
This week, students will begin their required assessments: • K-8: i-Ready Diagnostic (Math Sept. 2, Reading Sept. 4, make-ups Sept. 3 & 8-12). • Pre-K: CIRCLE Assessment (Sept. 2-30 in Reading, Math, Science & Social Awareness). ✅ Tips for success: arrive on time before 7:45 a.m., get a good night’s rest, and eat a healthy breakfast (served daily at 7:30 a.m.). Thank you for supporting your child in doing their best! ❤️📚✏️
2 months ago, Edith Orantes
We wish all of our families a happy and safe Labor Day Weekend. Reminder: district schools and offices are closed Monday, September 1. To view our schools’ academic calendars, visit:
https://www.saisd.net/calendar
Deseamos a todas nuestras familias un feliz y seguro fin de semana del Día del Trabajo. Recordatorio: las escuelas y oficinas del distrito están cerradas el lunes 1 de septiembre. Para ver los calendarios académicos de nuestras escuelas, visite:
https://www.saisd.net/calendar2 months ago, Edith Orantes
Checkout upcoming ways to support Hawthorne brought to you by our Hawthorne PTO!
2 months ago, Edith Orantes
Today we successfully completed our first required fire drill of the year! ✅ Our students and staff did an excellent job following directions quickly and safely. We are proud of how seriously they took this important safety practice. 👏🐾
Safety is always our top priority, and today showed that our Bears are prepared! 💪🐻
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
📚✨ Next week, our K-2 Hawthorne Bears will be participating in MAP Growth testing!
Hard copies of the testing letter have been sent home with all K-2 students. Please check your child’s backpack for details. 📨
Here are a few tips to help your child do their best:
✅ Arrive on time before 7:45 am ⏰
✅ Get a good night’s rest 🛏️
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast 🥣🍎
✅ Bring glasses if needed 👓
✅ Encourage a positive, “do your best” attitude 🌟
We can’t wait to see all the growth our students will show. Go Bears! 🐾❤️
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
Good afternoon Hawthorne Families! The GT referral window is now open. If you would like to refer your child for Gifted and Talented testing, please click on the following link or scan the QR code on the attached flyer. The deadline for Fall referrals is October 3, 2025.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1llAAC6BwXBZwSRotoFzD3KjY-s2bBqfH8IeTtiNI6O9MVw/viewform Please note that referrals DO NOT need to be submitted for 1st or 4th grade students. All 4th grade students will be tested during the Fall testing window (October 14 - 30) and all 1st grade students will be tested during the Spring testing window (March 17-27). Please see the flyer for more information.
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
🚍 Important Bus Transportation Update for 2025-2026 🚍
This year, all students must be registered for transportation and must live within Hawthorne’s attendance zone to qualify for bus service.
✅ Who qualifies for transportation? • Students who live inside our attendance zone • Students who qualify for McKinney-Vento services or Special Education transportation
❌ Who must provide their own transportation? • Students who live outside the attendance zone (unless they qualify for the exceptions above) How to register: 1. Log into Avela and indicate that your child requires transportation. 2. If you already submitted your application without transportation, simply go back into Avela and update it. 3. If you cannot access Avela, please contact our campus and speak with Ms. Joseph for assistance.
📅 Act quickly! Registration updates can take up to 48 hours to process.
📩 Families will receive a notification once their student is approved to ride the bus. Bus routes will be shared separately — please make sure your child is registered before the first day of school so there are no delays.
🚌 Find your student’s bus stop and pick-up/drop-off times here:
https://www.infofinderi.com/ifi/?cid=SAI2PDRU8K2M
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth start to the school year! 🐾
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
A message from our Hawthorne PTO:
Hello Bears! Please join Hawthorne PTO after morning drop-off for our BooHoo/YaHoo Back-to-School Social — a fun way to kick off the new school year in community! 🎉 Come connect with us over a warm cup of coffee. ☕ Enjoy a complimentary coffee barfeaturing: Freshly brewed coffee Warm pastries Seasonal fruit 📍 Where: Crème Coffee Shop (
https://www.cremesatx.com/) — located at The Creamery, just behind the school 🕗 When: 8:15a on Aug 13th 📢 No RSVP needed — just stop by! Let’s start the year off together with good vibes, good coffee, and great company. We can’t wait to see you there! Warmly, Hawthorne PTO
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
We hope you can join us next Tuesday for Meet the teacher!
A message from our Hawthorne PTO:
We are excited to announce FREE HAIRCUTS for students during meet the teacher Aug 12 (10-12) or (2-4). Thank you to Hairdependence and Mane Man Barbers for sharing your talents with our community and students! Haircuts will be offered at Hawthorne cafeteria.
While there pick up your shirt orders or purchase a shirt while supplies last.
Reach out to
HawthorneAcademyPTO@gmail.com with questions
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
🚗 Drop-Off & Dismissal Map Info 🗺️
As we prepare to launch into an exciting new school year, please review our updated procedures to help keep all students safe and our routines running smoothly:
🔹 Morning Drop-Off:
All students must be dropped off in the back loop on Ashby St. beginning at 7:15 AM.
🚫 Do NOT drop off students on Josephine St. Only bus riders may enter through those doors.
🍽️ Breakfast is served from 7:15–7:45 AM in the cafeteria for middle school 6-8 and in the classroom for PK-5th grade.
⏰ The tardy bell rings at 7:45 AM.
🔹 Dismissal:
• Pre-K: Begins at 2:30 PM in the back loop. The gate opens only for Pre-K families at this time.
• K–8: Begins at 3:00 PM. The gate will open at this time to allow parents of K-8 students to enter for pickup.
🚦 Important Note: The after school program will begin August 18, so expect heavier traffic during the first few days of school. We appreciate your patience and grace as we adjust.
👋 Parents will not be allowed inside the building during drop-off. Our staff is ready to welcome all students, and “Kiss & Say Goodbye” photo areas will be available outside. We encourage you to come meet the teacher on Tuesday, August 12!
Let’s make this a safe and smooth start to the year!
3 months ago, Edith Orantes
Join SAISD Thursday, July 17 at Brackenridge High School from 2-4 p.m. There will be in-person interviews, on-site hiring and even more summertime celebrations! We’re looking for educators and instructional assistants to fill elementary, middle and high schools.
RSVP ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/0717jobfair
📈 INCREASED SALARIES: For the 2025-2026 school year, teacher salaries are now starting at $60,000
⬆ INCREASED STIPENDS: Now between $3,000-5,000 annually, for qualifying positions
👍 EXTRA PAY with our Teacher Incentive Allotment ($3,000-26,000 in addition to base salary) 🩺 LOW-COST health benefits & multiple retirement plans
😎 RECHARGE: Educators receive holidays plus fall, winter, spring and SUMMER breaks
💙 REWARDING: Opportunity to positively impact and change students’ lives Help spread the word to friends, family and anyone interested!
4 months ago, San Antonio ISD
☀️ 🇺🇸 Have a happy and safe Fourth of July, SAISD family! Reminder: SAISD schools and offices will be closed June 30 to July 4 .
☀️ 🇺🇸 ¡Familia de SAISD les deseamos un Cuatro de Julio feliz y seguro! Les recordamos que las escuelas y oficinas de SAISD estarán cerradas del 30 de junio al 4 de julio.
4 months ago, San Antonio ISD
☀️🌴☀️The SAISD Digital Learning Playground is BACK. From Pre-K to high school, we have week-by-week learning activities in math, reading, social studies, science and physical fitness, plus games and family activities to teach and inspire. Click here to access a whole lot of summer fun!
https://www.saisd.net/page/DLP-summer
☀️🌴☀️ El patio de juegos de aprendizaje digital de SAISD está DE REGRESO. Tenemos actividades de aprendizaje semana a semana para todos los grados desde preescolar hasta preparatoria en matemáticas, lectura, estudios sociales, ciencias y aptitud física, además de juegos y actividades familiares para enseñar e inspirar. ¡Haga clic aquí para tener acceso a un sinfín diversión de verano!
https://www.saisd.net/page/DLP-summer4 months ago, San Antonio ISD
☀️ Need a convenient health care option for the summer? University Health runs school-based clinics for both adult and pediatric primary care at Davis and Tafolla middle schools. Students, families, and community members can visit these sites for immunizations, exams, checkups, sports physicals, and more. The clinics are open Monday-Thursdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays 11:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Go to
https://www.universityhealth.com/locations for more information or to schedule an appointment.
5 months ago, San Antonio ISD
