Bailey Bear Happenings - November 7th Edition

November 7th Edition

Principal's Note

Bear Day is Back!

We will once again hold our traditional Bear Day (carnival) Event here at Bailey on Friday, Nov. 18th, the day before our Thanksgiving break begins. Students will have the late afternoon to enjoy different games and fun activities all sponsored by the teachers and staff, with generous help from our PTA. All funds raised will be distributed among all the teacher groups sponsoring the different games, booths, and activities. Tickets are $0.50 each, and the games and activities are priced anywhere from 1 to 4 tickets (most are in the 1-2 ticket range.) There are also Free booths available where no tickets are required.

Tickets can be purchased using the School Cash Online system beginning today, Monday, Nov. 7^th thru Wednesday, Nov.16th. Students can purchase tickets (with cash or check) in the morning before school beginning Monday, Nov. 14^th thru Friday, Nov. 18th. Tickets will be sold in increments of $5.00.

Election Day

Don't forget to get out and vote. The AISD propositions on the ballot will impact all school in terms of enhanced security and technology upgrades for students and teachers. Bailey will also benefit from much needed upgrades to our aging A/C systems. In significant portions of the building the A/C units are the original equipment from when the building was built. Those systems are nearly 30 years old and are at the end of their functional life. Upgrades are definitely needed.

Teaching Assistant Vacancies

Bailey Middle School has open positions for Teaching Assistants (TAs) in our classrooms. TAs primarily help our students who receive special education services, but in fact, they are assisting any student who needs help. TAs work that same calendar that teachers work, and they are off on the same days and holiday breaks as the teachers. The great thing about being a TA is your schedule will mirror your child's school schedule on most days. Pay is competitive entry level pay. The TA position is a great way to get started in education, and is a solid 40 hr/wk job with summers off, as well as time off at Thanksgiving, the Winter Holidays, and at Spring Break! What could be better? If you have any questions, give the main office a call and ask for Mr. Rocha.

Calling All Veterans!

This Friday, November 11th, Bailey will host its annual "Veteran's Day Celebration" in the large gym. Our Band, Orchestra and Choir will all perform patriotic songs in honor of our veterans. If you or a family member is a veteran, we would be honored if you would join us as one of our special guests. Family members are also welcome. Come join us for a rousing celebration of our veterans! The celebration begins at approx. 3:00PM and will end at 3:50PM. We will begin seating guests at 2:45PM.

John Rocha

Principal

Coats for Kids

November 4 through December 4 the PALS will be collecting coats for Austin’s Junior League and Jack Brown Cleaners. These new and gently used coats will go to children whose families cannot afford them. The advisory class that has brought the most coats by December 4 will receive a popcorn party; there will be a separate competition per grade level. PALS will have boxes by the office to drop off coats, PALS in the morning in a designated area that students can give coats to, and students can always give them to their advisory teacher. Please inform students they need to put something on the coats that say the name of their advisory teacher so PALS can keep track of which classes have donated the most coats to win the competition. PALS will be by advisory classes throughout the week to pick up coats.

7th Grade Boys Basketball Information

Attention all 7th grade boys interested in trying out for basketball.

If you have NOT attended a meeting with Coach Frels, you MUST email her by Wednesday, November 9th, to let her know that you are interested in trying out for the Bailey basketball team.

You MUST have a current physical on file with the school in order to try out. If you do NOT have a current physical on file with the school, be sure to pick up a physical form from the front office or from one of the Bailey coaches.

Boys are expected to pass ALL of their classes (UIL rule), have good attendance and good behavior to be considered for the team.

Tryouts are currently planned for Monday, Dec. 12, Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 14. The doors between the 2 gyms at the basketball blacktop will be open at 6:30 a.m. Do NOT be late.

Remember to contact Coach Frels if you have not already done so AND you MUST have a current physical to try out.

Join Bailey PTA for presentation on Fentanyl Crisis - November 16th

Join Bailey PTA for a very special presentation from Hays County Sheriff's Deputy Anthony Hipolito on Wednesday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m. Deputy Hipolito will discuss the current fentanyl crisis and what you can do to protect those you love. This presentation is appropriate for students as well as adults. Come with any questions you have.

Bailey Club Information

Link to Bailey Tutoring times: https://bailey.austinschools.org/our-school/tutoring

FCA meets every Friday morning at 7:20am in the small gym. See You At The Pole is September 26. Meet at the flag pole at 7:30am if you are interested in praying for our school.

Classic Film Club meets every Wednesday after school from 4:00 - 5:30 in Room 312. Contact Mr. Nunziato or Ms. Lozano if you are interested.

Anime Club meets every Tuesday after school from 3:50 - 4:30 in Room 309. Contact Ms. Lozano if you are interested.

AISD Events/ Information

Remember to Vote in the November 8th Election to support AISD Bond Package!

Community Events

Dear Neighbors,

Mark your calendars for our 10th Annual Shady Hollow 5k Turkey Trot Fun Run! This is a family friendly 5K run/walk or 1 mile run/walk in the neighborhood. Kids and adults of all ages and fitness levels are welcome!

Date: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24th

Time: 8:30am - arrive sometime before that to get your 5th grade or younger child(ren) a sticker (to ensure they receive a finisher medal).

What: 3.1 mile run/walk or 1 mile run/walk (The route consists of a series of loops, so don’t be intimidated by the 3.1 miles. You can do as many or as few loops as you want!)

Who: Anyone of any age, of any place, of any fitness level!

Cost: Free! -- However, there will be a donation jar at the race. All donations will go directly to a Shady Hollow area family in need (more info on this coming soon)

Where: Race will start and finish at the Gatling Gun Park (11403 Gatling Gun Lane, 78748)

RSVP: RSVP for a free race shirt. You can pre-register HERE - Registration is NOT REQUIRED to race.

Post Race: There will be snacks, drinks and neighborly company afterwards!

Awards: All finishers 5th grade and younger will receive finisher medals. Special prizes will be given to overall 6th grade and older male and female winners in the 5k and 1 mile, as well as overall 5th grade and younger male and female winners for the 5k and 1 mile. Awards will be announced around 9:15 am.

Sponsorship Info: If you are interested in having your company or business sponsor this event, please contact ShadyHollowTurkeyTrot@gmail.com. All sponsors will have their logo placed on the back of the race shirt.

Questions?: Email ShadyHollowTurkeyTrot@gmail.com

Link to QR Code-

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Education Development Youth Application

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With Warm Regards,

Shakira Hamilton-Adams

High School Counseling Coordinator

Austin Independent School District

Campus Health and Safety

Click HERE to learn more about our Health and Safety Protocols. It includes information about:

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Face Coverings
Health Screenings
Visitors on Campus
Outdoor Learning Environments
Protocols for Cleaning and Disinfecting
Physical Environment and Safety Protocols
Transitions

Need Device Tech Support?

Family Support Line - Parents can call 512-414-9187 or send a text to 512-866-6434 Monday - Friday 7am-5pm.
Students can report an issue via this form: https://www.austinisd.org/technology/help/student-support
Student Support Line - call 512-414-4357

Upcoming Events

November

7 - "A" Day - PSAT for 8th graders
8 - Student Holiday, Staff Development - ELECTION DAY
9 - "A" Day – Twilight
10 - "B" Day – Twilight, Theater Performance, *Girls Basketball Games
11 - "A" Day - Veteran’s Day Assembly
12 - Twilight, *Soccer Games

* Check Bailey Athletic Site for time and site for games at http://baileyathletics.wixsite.com/bears

Visit our website: bailey.austinschools.org

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