May 15th Edition

Principal's Note

Bailey Parents and Guardians,

We're in the home stretch of the school year. Here are some important reminders as we prepare to finish out the year.

Grading and Late/missing work

Grades are due to be finalized and submitted by the teachers early next week. That means teachers will have deadlines for accepting "late or make-up work" sometime this week. Students must ask each of their teachers what their deadline is for turning in any late or make-up assignments as it may be different for each teacher. Be sure to have your student turn in any late or make-up work ASAP. If a student misses the deadline, their teacher will not have time to grade the work and average it into a final grade for submission to the district. Your student will not get credit for that assignment. Please remember, each teacher carries an average of approximately 150 students on their roster.

If they have missing assignments, please encourage your student to get to work NOW and finish everything they can ASAP... Not "by the end of this week"... NO! Turn it in ASAP. It's up to them to know different teacher deadlines. We are talking about overdue/late work. They've had plenty of time to get their assignments turned in prior to this last week of grading. 

No Back Packs 5/24 and 5/25 and Locker Cleanout 

We need parent help to deter any prank behavior for the last couple of days of school. Like last year, Bailey Administration will not allow backpacks at school Wednesday and Thursday (May 24^th & 25th).  Students will be cleaning out their lockers on Tuesday, May 23rd, and taking all personal items home in their backpacks. Tuesday the 23^rd will be the last day for backpacks on campus. (Backpacks brought to school on either day, Wed. 5/24 or Thurs. 5/25, will be turned in to the main office, labeled, and held in a locked room until dismissal. All backpacks brought on either day may be subject to a search.) 

Chromebooks - Turn-In For Inventory

This year, AISD is requiring that all students at all grade levels, turn in their Chromebooks so they can be inventoried. This applies to every school in the district. Students will need to locate the following items to turn in during their advisory class, beginning, Monday, May 22nd. We will collect Chromebooks during advisory every day during the last week of school. 

Please turn in the following:

• Chromebook (please remove any stickers, decorations, etc.)
• Charger
• Hotspot
• Chromebook case (if issued)

Summer devices: We understand how this may affect students during the summer. If your student needs a device for summer use, including Garza Online classes:

• Parents or guardians can complete an OPT-IN form via their Parent Portal account to request a device. 

  • Devices will be available for pick-up on May 26, and May 30 through June 2, from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. 

  • Pickup locations will be Gus Garcia YMLA or at the Austin ISD Central Office. 

  • During device pickups, fee schedule forms and accountability acknowledgments will also be provided. 

  • Summer devices must be returned to the student’s home campus at the start of the Fall 2023 school year.

Also... Please turn in any library books ASAP, so we can collect them all before the last day of school.

8th Grade Completion Ceremony

As you know, there is no graduation ceremony for completing 8^th grade, but Bailey holds its own 8^th Grade Completion Ceremony to recognize the years of hard work it takes to complete middle school. This year our Completion Ceremony is scheduled for the last day of school, Thursday, May 25th, starting at 2:45PM. It will last through dismissal at 3:50PM. Here are the guidelines we want everyone to follow:

• Parking is allowed in parking lot spaces and on the street only. DO NOT park along the curb of any of the school driveways (they are reserved for parent pick-up and for our buses.) Please do not block anyone and do not block the buses in the bus loop. Facing north, Please do not park on the right side of Lost Oasis Hollow from the stop sign to our main driveway. We need to keep this clear for the parent pick up line. You may have to park far away and the weather may be warm so please plan ahead.
• Seating in the gym is limited so we are asking that families limit guests to four (4) people only.  We just don't have room for everyone to attend. Most of the seating will be in the bleachers.

• Please do not bring Balloon Bouquets or large signs, noisemakers, etc.  Let's save that for their high school graduation. Any Balloon arrangements, signs, etc., will not be allowed in the gym and will instead be held in the main office until after the ceremony.

• There will be limited seating available on the floor for the elderly or for guests with limited mobility.

Years of Service in AISD

The following Bailey employees were recently recognized for reaching Milestones in Years of Service in AISD. They are:

JoAnne Fiore - 5 years

Jessica Fuhrman - 5 years

Jenifer Neffendorf - 5 years

Joy Lozano - 10 years

Priscilla Allen - 10 years

Sam Hatchitt - 10 years

Claire Chenault - 10 years

Lara Brown - 15 years

Raquel Hernandez - 15 years

Obed Moore - 20 years

Stan Fleming - 20 years

Dolores Witkowski - 25 years

Dora Keaton - 25 years

Missy Swenson - 25 years

John Rocha - 25 years

Sally Venegas - 45 years

 

Congratulations goes out to all of them for their ongoing commitment to our Bear community.

John Rocha, Principal

TOP BANANA

This week Ms. Garcia passed the Top Banana award to Mr. Taras. Mr. Taras teaches 7^th grade accelerated math and algebra. He is quick to help when he sees a need. He is instrumental in keeping the transitions between classes running smoothly. 

 

7th Grade Football information for 2023

Friday, August 11, 2023 – 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (enter doors btw coaches’ offices)

• (Current physical is REQUIRED & must be turned in.)

• Football equipment fitting & FB athletic locker assigned (practice outfit)

(If you have your own shoulder pads and helmet, they must be approved by the coaches per UIL guidelines. The helmet must be a 2023 or 2024 certified helmet. Both the helmet and shoulder pads must fit properly.)

• Rank One needs to be completed for the 2023-24 school year. Click on PARENT PORTAL and complete all requirements. http://www.rankone.com Make sure that Rank One has been updated to the 2023-24 school year.

• Items to get over the summer: Players will need football cleats, black integrated game pants (pads already in the pants), white integrated practice pants. For games, players need black (at least) calf length socks.

• Be sure to sign up on the REMIND app. This is how we will communicate throughout the football season. 

  • Send a text to: 81010 Text this message: @7thbearsfb

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 (second day of school)

• Morning football practice begins.

• Players will wear the gray shirt & black shorts we provide and tennis shoes or cleats – no crocs or any other shoes allowed. PE uniform is recommended as a back up.

• Players MUST be dropped of by the tennis courts – do NOT drive to the back of the school. Safety is priority.

• Practices are closed. Safety is priority.

• Later in the season, some practices will be in the afternoon.

Families of Current, Former and Yet to be Bears,

If you are interested in going to Europe in the Summer of 2024 with your Bailey Family, please join us on Monday, May 1st at 4:00, via the Zoom link 

https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/85609057181?pwd=bC9NWnhLSEdLa05UcUpDZmFPclJ1UT09.

We will be discussing the trip itinerary as well as the overall cost, and what you will gain from this amazing experience. We will have room at the end of the presentation for answering any questions you may have.

We look forward to you joining us.

Bon Voyage!

Bailey Transition Camp Information for Incoming 6th Graders

Please visit our website at bailey.austinschools.org and click on the "Our School" tab and scroll down to Transition Camp.

Registration information

Ready for 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 record
• 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: 

• Create an AISD Portal Account 
• Create an AISD Portal Account - Spanish 

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

Education First Exchange Year:

Our students come from thirteen different countries around the world including three Asian countries and countries all over Western Europe. By hosting, families are inviting cultural enrichment into their homes, schools, and communities. Families of all shapes and sizes benefit from the experience. We have 3,000 families all over the nation including single parents, empty nesters, families with young children, LGBTQIA+ households, and everything in between. Not only does it expose the family members to another culture, it can also foster lifelong bonds that reach all over the globe. Host family is responsible for three meals a day, a place to sleep (can share a bedroom w/a sibling of same gender & similar age) and some transportation to activities. Students are 15-18 yrs old, will have their own health insurance and spending money.

Check out this short video of just a few students experience: One Year That Will Change Your Life

Please let me know if you are interested in learning more about hosting or visit our website at efexchangeyear.org. You can also contact me directly for any interest, questions, at giulia.zanini@ef.com or (617) 619-1020.
Lastly, we also offer a referral program. If you know anyone in your community that would be interested and does end up hosting, we offer a $200 referral bonus.

Akins Summer Bridge Camp

Parents/Guardians and Future Akins Eagles,

We are excited that you chose to attend and be a part of the Akins Early College Programs. Thank you to those that already RSVPd for summer bridge camp. If you have not, it is not too late! Please do so at the following link:

https://forms.gle/Pi5uScM45LrSRWKr9 

Additionally, please see the FAQ with common questions about early college programs. It is in English and Spanish.

Summer Bridge 2023 Details for STUDENTS:

Dates: June 5th - 15th (Monday thru Thursday only)

Times: 9:30am-1:30pm (Time was updated)

Transportation: Free and available to anyone that may need it. Pick up/drop-off routes will be released at the end of April. Stay tuned for further updates. 

Where: Akins ECHS campus ( 10701 South 1st St, Austin, TX 78748)

Food: Breakfast and lunch will be provided. We encourage for students to bring their own refillable water bottles and light snacks 

Purpose: It is not mandatory, but HIGHLY recommended for the student to be a part of Summer Bridge. The future scholar will be exposed to all resources they will have access to during their high school career, will be a part of review sessions for the TSIA (college readiness exam), partake in ACC college tours, and hear from college access partners. Additionally, students will be getting to know their fellow cohort peers by working in teams to start practicing team building and communication skills. Students must be TSI ELAR met first before starting their ACC journey in the Spring 2024. 

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out anytime! Stay tuned for further information regarding summer bridge. 

Browse the Akins ECHS website - https://akinsechs.austinschools.org/seven-academies/echs-academy

Early College Prep Programs

We wanted to share with you about the Early College Programs! For parents who are new to the term "Early College," it is an opportunity for your child to graduate from high school with an Associate of Arts Degree or Career Certifications from ACC completely for FREE! Students can earn up to 60 college credits in a high-demand career field at our ECHS Campuses. Early College Programs include Pathways in Technology (PTECH) and Early College High School (ECHS). 

We offer PTECH opportunities in Health Science, Business Management, Real Estate, Education in Training, Hospitality, Construction Management, Game Design, Cybersecurity, Computer Programming, and UX Design. We are proud to announce we will be adding Radio, Television, and Film in the Fall of 2023. Your child has an opportunity to earn industry certifications and hands-on work experiences with competitive partners such as; IBM, Dell, CommunityCare Health, and much more. PTECHs are an excellent option for students seeking hands-on, work-based learning experience and opportunities for internships with industry and business partners. 

Early College High School offers scholars the opportunity to graduate simultaneously with a high school diploma and an associate degree—all for free! You can earn up to 60 hours of transferable college credit to most Texas public colleges and universities. ECHS is hosted through a partnership with Austin Community College and operates at seven AISD Early College High Schools: Akins, Crockett, Eastside, LBJ, Navarro, Northeast and Travis. 

Moreover, we will offer a Summer Bridge Program for all accepted applicants on June 2023 at all Early College High Schools ( See Chart Below). The Summer Bridge Program is a fun opportunity for students to receive academic support, college preparation boot camp, and team-building activities with their new Early College peers. Students who have not yet passed their TSIA2, a college readiness exam, will receive testing support and have the opportunity to take the test during Summer Bridge. Transportation is available for all accepted scholars that are attending summer bridge. For more information about Early College Programs, please use the contact information below for assistance. 

 

Participating Campus	Dates	Location	Time
Akins	June 5-15, 2023	Akins ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
Crockett	June 5-15, 2023	Crockett ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
Eastside	June 12-22, 2023	Eastside ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
LBJ	June 5-22, 2023	LBJ ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m..
Navarro	June 5-22, 2023	Navarro ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
Northeast	June 12-22, 2023	Northeast ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
Travis	June 5-15, 2023	Travis ECHS	9:30 a.m. - 1:45p.m.
Courses Offered
TSIA ELAR (Reading), TSIA ELAR (Writing), College Readiness
ACC Campus Learning Tours June: Varies by Campus 9:30 am-11:30 am College Experience: student orientation, campus tours, industry partner activities, college paperwork, etc.

Students interested in participating must register and submit video auditions to the STS Blend course by March 21, 2023.

Link to registration, audition, rehearsal, and performance information: https://www.austinisd.org/arts

 

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

Community Events Information

Summer is around the corner, and we are excited to open registration for CAMP at Girls Empowerment Network!

Registration is now open for summer camps! We believe girls are UNSTOPPABLE and a week at CAMP will help your students increase their self-efficacy and learn that they are unstoppable. This year, we are excited to host two weeklong sessions designed around fun, self-efficacy and finding your own power.

Mark your Calendar!

June 26-30, 2023: Own Your Power

July 10-14, 2023: Use Your Power

Time: 9:00 AM – 4 PM

Location:

Girls Empowerment Network Office

2801 S I-35 Frontage Rd #110, Austin, TX 78741 

 

Our dedicated team of girl experts make the CAMP experience magical for every girl. Girls will experience valuable friendships while engaging in fun activities such as: arts and crafts, poem writing, games, field days, and even a talent show! Register now and join the magic of CAMP! Our week-long day camps are for girls entering 3rd - 8th grade.

Stay tuned for more details as the summer approaches!

Register Here!

Upcoming Events

May

Teacher, Teacher Assistant, and Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week

•  15 - "A" Day - Theater Performance

•  16 - “B” Day - Twilight, CAC Meeting, Athletics Ceremony

•  17 - "A" Day – Twilight, Outstanding Student Awards Ceremony

•  18 - "B" Day - Twilight

•  19 - "A" Day - PTA Social Hour

•  20 - Twilight, Attendance Boot Camp

 * 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