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March 3rd Edition

Principal's Note

Bailey Parents and Guardians,

Last fall, the Bailey PTA hosted an important evening event regarding the dangers of the narcotic Fentanyl. The presentation was given by Anthony Hipolito, of the Hays County Sherrif's Office. Mr. Hipolito does these presentations to raise awareness of the extreme damger of this drug. The presentation was striking and very informative. We have arranged for Mr. Hipolito to come to Bailey next week to make the same presentation to our students during two different assemblies.

I am also inviting parents to join us in the gym for either of the assemblies.

The assemblies are schedule for the following dates and times and should last about 40 - 45 minutes.

Monday, March 6th

8th grade 7th grade

11:15 AM - 12:08PM 12:12PM - 1:10PM

Tuesday, March 7th

6th grade

 12:12PM - 1:10PM

This narcotic is responsible for tens of thousands of overdose deaths across the country in just the last 3-4 years. In Texas in 2020, 883 people died of Fentanyl overdoses. In 2021 that number jumped to 1672 overdose fatalities - an 89% increase. Hays County has experienced a marked increase in overdose cases among students in the last several months. Since Hays County borders our own attendance zone we wanted to be sure our students had the opportunity to learn about the dangers of Fentanyl.

We hope you can join us.

John Rocha

Principal

Beauty and the Beast, Jr. Performance Information

We will be rescheduling Thursday's performance for Monday, March 6th at 6:30pm.

We will be continuing this weekend as planned. The Castle Cast will perform tonight, and tomorrow's schedule remains the same as well.

Tickets purchased for last night's performance will be honored at all other performances except for Saturday night due to capacity concerns. Refunds through SchoolCash Online are very complicated, but if a refund is necessary, please reach out to me and let me know. Refunds will be issued as checks and will take several weeks to issue.

If you have any questions, please email Ms. Pozzi @christina-ma.pozzi@austinisd.org.


Thank you,

Christina Pozzi

The SchoolCash Online tickets for Monday's rescheduled are available now. 

https://austinisd.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Index/?Search=Beauty+and+the+Beast&showAllItems=False

We will need theatre parents to work concessions and ticket sales for Monday's show. You can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c48adac29a4f5c70-beauty#/

Bailey Attendance Boot Camp

Help us to help you make up your attendance! We need you to attend on the following Saturdays to cut you attendance make up in ½! You can receive two hours credit for every hour you spend in camp.

 

When:3/4, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1

8:00 am-11:30 am

Where: Bailey Middle School

Who: All students who need to make up attendance hours.

*You must be here by 8:00 am to participate*

Bailey Athletic Booster Club Meeting - Tuesday, March 7th

Bailey Athletics Booster Club Needs Your Involvement

The Bailey Athletics Booster Club is seeking nominations for volunteer officer positions for the '23-'24 school year. All positions are open and descriptions are listed here. To nominate yourself or someone else, email the following information to baileyathleticsbooster@gmail.com: 

  • First and last name
  • Athlete's name and grade
  • Email and phone number 
  • The position your interested in

The next Booster Club meeting is Tuesday, March 7 at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria. All are welcome!

GT and TE Information

Parents and Guardians of GT and TE students,

AISD is hosting the 2nd annual Austin ISD GT Student Showcase. We will collect student project submissions from March 1-31 and will showcase exemplary GT and TE student work in May on the main AISD website. 

 The 2023 GT Student Showcase Theme is "Find the Good" which comes from a Jesse Owens quote:

"Find the good. It's all around you. Find it, showcase it and you'll start believing in it."

Austin ISD GT Student Showcase Website

Austin ISD GT Student Showcase Flyers

Top Banana

Ms. Grossman passed our banana, Chicquita, to Ms. Broccolo. Ms. Broccolo is a great addition to our counseling team. She has a great connection with the students. She is always willing to give a hand where needed with a smile. It is a pleasure to work with her.

Star Strutter Audition Information

Star Strutters are the Dance Team at Bailey Middle School. Auditions for the 2023-2024 school year will be held after school on March 6-9 from 4-6pm in the large gym. Auditions will be closed to family and friends. For all information please read the pdf below.

Star Strutter Auditions 2023-2024 (1) (1).pdf 

Track Team Tryout Information

If you are interested in trying out for track, you must have a physical turned in and the forms completed in RankOne. The tryout schedule is below, please attend any days you are interested in those events or all if you're not sure. Tryouts will end at 5:30pm each day.

March 6

March 7

March 8

March 9

200

100

mile

relay

800

400

make up 200/800

make up 100/400

shot put

discus

triple jump

long jump

Cheer Information

Important dates:

Cheer candidate parent meeting on 3/09/2023 6:00pm-7:00pm

Cheer Club/Cheer try out practice begins 3/22/2023 and will be every Wednesday and Thursday

4:00-4:45 in the small gym. Participants must wear shorts, sneakers, and a Bailey shirt.

April 15th Cheerleaders participate in Baranoff Spring Carnival

Cheer tryouts 4/24/2023 4:30-6:30pm

Officer and Mascot tryouts 4/25/2023 4:15-5:15pm. Candidates must be in 8th grade and must meet with Mrs. Foster prior to tryouts to receive a packet.

Posting of results 4/26/2023

Cheer uniform Fittings 4/27/2023

Cheer Camp 8/07-08/2023

All students that want to tryout for cheer must have a current physical and the forms completed in RankOne. In order to make sure that your student does not have to have 2 physicals for next year, Cheer recommends that you make the physical appointment after April 15th. This allows you 9 days before tryouts to provide your physical form. This will ensure that the physical used for Cheer will be accepted for sports in the 2023-2024 School Year.

Pride Week Information

PRIDE Y’ALL

Austin ISD celebrates Pride Week March 20 – 24. This year we will have a western theme. It’s a time to be supportive and kind to one another and be respectful of the differences of others and to embrace the similarities we share.

We want to ensure our fellow students that whatever their beliefs are, they have allies at school. Everyone is a part of making our school a safe and enjoyable place. It may take us one day at a time to build relationships with others and to be more understanding of one another, but it can be done. Have PRIDE Y’ALL in doing the right thing at Bailey Middle School.

Monday - 3/20 – SEL lesson in advisory.

Tuesday - 3/21 – Hat day. A western hat would be great, but any hat will do. Just put on your thinking cap and find kind words to share with others or do a kind act for someone.

Wednesday - 3/22 – Bright shirt day. Wear a bright shirt and brighten up someone else’s day with kindness. There will also be a poster to sign outside of the cafeteria during lunches for everyone to write something positive for others to read. If you sign the banner, you get a small gift for your support.

Thursday - 3/23 – Boot day.  Western boots would be great, but any kind of boot will do. Kick up your heels and boot out negative rumors and comments about others. Always avoid saying negative and hurtful comments to others and encourage others to do the same.

Friday - 3/24 – Band together day. Wear an entire western type outfit. Western hat, western or bright shirt, jeans, western boots. You are also allowed to wear a bandana with your outfit, but it can ONLY be worn around your neck.

Each day you participate in the dress up activities or perform a kind act, your name will be put into a drawing for a prize. People are not required to dress up, but everyone is encouraged to be kind.

Let’s make this week a fun and an enjoyable time for everyone.

Are you interested in serving as a Secret Pal to our Bailey Staff?

PTA is interested in having families help bring a little joy to our staff as they navigate the end of the year and all that occurs in the spring. If you would be willing to be a secret pal, please fill out the google form. Once we see if we have enough volunteers, we will provide more details. Please respond by March 4th.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iCg-CAiLPF4MNSO85TvHkrSuhXHnLuW_xJVwxTMu0gM/edit

PALS will be collecting Pet Supplies March 20th - April 14th

March 20 through April 14 the PALS will be collecting pet supplies for Austin Humane Society. These new and gently pet toys, food, cleaning, and medical supplies will go to rescued pets waiting to be adopted. PALS will have boxes by the office to drop off supplies, PALS in the morning in a designated area that students can give supplies to, and students can always give them to their advisory teacher. There will be no competition or reward for the class that has donated the most this time. PALS will be by advisory classes throughout the week to pick up the supplies.

2023-2024 Registration Information

It's that time of the year! Open Registration for next school year 2023/2024 is here.

 

What documents do I need to enroll my student? 

  • Child’s birth certificate 

  • Child’s social security card (if applicable) 

  • Child’s immunization records 

  • Child’s withdrawal form/last report card

  • Parent/Guardian photo ID 

  • Proof of guardianship (if applicable) 

  • Proof of residency (electric, gas bill or Lease agreement 

 

How do I register my student? 

Returning families can register their children by logging in to their AISD Portal account under the student registration icon. The online registration system is available only through the AISD Portal at portal.austinisd.org. You would have to update any information that has changed. If you are having any issues with your portal please contact the student services department at 512-414-1726.

What if I have a new address?

All returning students who’ve had a recent change of address must submit proof of residency to Bailey@austinisd.org for the 2022–23 school year. Please email us a copy of your most recent utility bill and a picture ID to bailey@austinisd.org or you can always email us for more details.

How do I apply for a transfer? 

The easiest way to submit your in-district transfer request is to apply through the Austin ISD Portal. The application is called Online Student Transfer Request. 

  • Students new to Austin ISD need to complete online registration (also in the AISD Portal) before submitting their transfer request. 

  • At Bailey we DO NOT handle any type of transfer please contact Student Services at 512-414-1726 or you can email them your question to AISDtransfers@austinisd.org 

Need to create an account? Follow these step-by-step instructions: 

How do I find my student’s home campus?

Visit www.austinisd.org/school-finder to see which is your child’s home campus. The page will connect you to a map where you can enter your home or apartment address. 

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..

Cheer Club meets every Wednesday after school from 3:55 to 4:45 pm.

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

Girls Empowerment Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:50 - 5:30 in Room 202. Contact Ms. Andrews or Ms. Lashley if you are interested.

GSA meets every Monday from 3:50 - 4:45 in Room 314.

Cubing Club meets every Tuesday from 3:50 - 4:45 in Room 518.

Star Wars Club meets every Tuesday from 3:50 - 4:45 in Room 518.

AISD Events/ Information

AISD Career Fair

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SAVE THE DATE:

When: April 15, 2023, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Actual event time) 

Where: Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

AISD School Breakfast Week Information

All AISD schools provide healthy, tasty breakfast meals each morning. We encourage all campuses to promote breakfast participation surrounding School Breakfast Week, March 6-10. Daily menus for each campus are available at www.schoolcafe.com/AustinISD.

AISD School Breakfast Week Promotions: 

  • Monday, March 6 (Elementary & Middle Schools): Breakfast for Lunch 

    • Elementary lunch menus feature pancakes with turkey sausage or bean and cheese tacos.

    • Middle school lunch menus feature french toast sticks or bean and cheese tacos. 

  • Tuesday, March 7 (All Levels): Mango Smoothie Sampling at Lunch (mango smoothies are featured on all breakfast menus on Wednesday, March 8)

  • Friday, March 10 (All Levels): Special Breakfast Menu - Cinnamon Twist with Chocolate Chickpea Spread 

Healthy Food Options during Spring Break

With many Austin ISD students living in food-insecure households, access to healthy food may be challenging when the district is closed. Families can use the community resources below to find free meals in their area while Austin ISD offices and schools are closed for Spring Break:

El acceso a los alimentos puede resultar difícil para muchas familias cuando el distrito cierra. Las familias pueden usar los recursos de la comunidad para encontrar comidas gratis en su área, mientras que las escuelas de Austin ISD están cerradas por las vacaciones de primavera:

Math Avid Summer Bridge and Algebra Readiness Information

These camps are designed as an opportunity for students to deepen their algebra readiness skills in preparation to take Accelerated Math 7 or Algebra I in the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Dates: Monday, June 5-15 (No Fridays)

  • Time: 8:45-1:00

  • Location: Paredes, Martin, and Dobie

Who should sign up for Algebra Readiness Summer Bridge camps?

  • 7th Grade Accelerated - Rising 7th graders who did not participate in 6th grade accelerated math, but would like to be a part of the pathway to take Algebra I in 8th grade or students who completed 6th grade accelerated math, but would like additional support before b/AAVIDeginning 7th grade accelerated math. 7th Grade Accelerated sign up form

  • Algebra Readiness Summer Bridge - Rising 8th graders who have not participated in the accelerated math pathway. Students will need to show mastery of 8th grade math at the end of the camp in order to take Algebra I in 8th grade. Algebra Readiness sign up form.

Power Hour Learning Opportunities

Families, community members, and staff are invited to attend the upcoming Power Hour learning opportunities hosted by the Austin ISD Special Education Department. 

Dan St. Romain, a national education consultant with roots in special education support and development, will be presenting virtually on goal setting and positive behavior supports. These are two different sessions in February and March, which are repeated with lunchtime and evening virtual offerings. Interpretation services will be provided. Please share information with families and with staff.

Date

Time

Zoom Link

Topic & Flyer

RSVP Link

February 23, 2023

12-1 pm

6-7 pm

Zoom Link

Accentuate the Positive: Assets Students Need for Success

RSVP Link

March 30, 2023

12-1 pm

6-7 pm

Zoom Link

Avoiding Power Struggles 

RSVP Link

Middle School Newcomer Summer School Information

AISD is pleased to announce our Middle School Newcomer Summer School program for current 6, 7, and 8 grade newcomer students (coded ESL or Dual Language). The criteria to participate in this program is the following:

  • Students enrolled in a U.S. school for 3 years or less, and;

  • TELPAS reading rating of beginning or intermediate

The goal of the Middle School Newcomer Summer Program is to accelerate students’ English and literacy skills through Science, Math, and Reading project based learning activities. The program will be held at Covington MS and Webb MS. Classes will run Monday through Thursday each week from June 5 - June 22, from 8:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Eligible students will be offered transportation, breakfast, and lunch. In addition, this program will meet HB4545 requirements.

Please help us maximize enrollment by making sure every qualifying Dual Language and ESL student has the opportunity to register. Links below provide important information, including registration forms to support this process. Summer School registration will begin on Monday, March 6, 2023 and forms will be due by Monday, April 3rd, 2023. Campus Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) chairs have received a list of eligible students. LPAC chairs or designee will be responsible for collecting the completed forms and submitting them via email to Alejandra Harboure, alejandra.harboure@austinisd.org.

LINKS: 

Electronic Registration 

Newcomer Summer School (NSS) Parent Flyer

Newcomer Summer School (NSS) Paper Parent Registration Form

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

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Upcoming Events

March

  • 6 - “B” Day - Star Strutter Auditions, Beauty and Beast Jr Performance

  • 7 - “A” Day – Star Strutter Auditions, Twilight, *Soccer Playoff Game

  • 8 - “B” Day – Star Strutter Auditions, Twilight

  • 9 - “A” Day – Star Strutter Auditions, Twilight

  •  10 - “B” Day - Star Strutter Audition

  •  11 - Attendance Boot Camp

  •  13th - 17th - SPRING BREAK

  • 20 - “A” Day

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

Helpful Links

2022-2023 AISD School Calendar
Staff Directory
Bailey Counseling Website
School Lunch Menus/Cafe Info
Bailey Athletics Website
AISD Athletics Info (Physical Forms)
Bailey PTA Facebook Page
Bailey PTA Website
School Bus Route Information
Bailey Athletic Booster Club Facebook Page
Bailey Athletic Booster Club Store
Bailey Middle School Yearbook

Visit our website: bailey.austinschools.org

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