Douglas MacArthur High School



891540-139700Douglas MacArthur High School North East Independent School District________________________________________________________________________________________________2923 MacArthur View, San Antonio, Texas 78217 (210) 356-7600 Fax (210) 650-119500Douglas MacArthur High School North East Independent School District________________________________________________________________________________________________2923 MacArthur View, San Antonio, Texas 78217 (210) 356-7600 Fax (210) 650-1195October 12, 2020Dear Parents/Guardians,PINK OUT! – Each year, one football game is dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness with a Pink Out Game. Cancer is a devastating disease that has touched so many lives. If you ask anyone, he or she can probably name a family member or close relative or friend who is battling cancer, or was taken by cancer. They may very well be a cancer survivor. Breast cancer in women (and men) is diagnosed very frequently. But cancer as a whole is an ongoing dilemma. In my own family, I have lost three to cancer, including my father who was taken by pancreatic cancer. As most of you know I had to deal with cancer myself. I am happy and blessed to report that I am cancer free. This week we want to recognize those who have survived, are currently battling, or were taken by cancer. We reflect on the many lives and families that bear the struggle with their loved ones. We want to bring breast cancer awareness to the forefront and remind everyone that early detection is the key to successful treatment and survival. In my own case, it was early detection that made the difference. To all of those in our own Brahma community who are battling cancer, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Come and join us this Friday at 7:30 pm at Comalander in your best pink shirt, not just to cheer on the team, but also to cheer on all of those who fight the good fight. Go Brahmas!Is your friend or neighbor not receiving updates from NEISD or MacArthur?If you know of any MacArthur family that is not receiving updates from our school or NEISD please share these directions below with them. HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" Stay connected with NEISD via text, phone, and emailIf you have unknowingly ‘blocked’ messages in your Skyward account, click here to find out how you can unblock your numberHere is all the news for the week:UANNOUNCEMENTS-EARLY RELEASE - This is a reminder that Monday, October 12PthP, is an early release day. The school day will end at 2:15 pm. Buses will be running and will arrive at school by 2:40 pm and depart by 2:50 pm. Parents, if your child does not ride the bus, you can pick them up after 2:15 pm. All students should be off campus by 3 pm unless involved in an extra-curricular activity or practice. This is a staff development/workday for our teachers, so they will not be available for tutoring in the afternoon. Attached is the schedule. Please note that it is broken up by lunch period. Monday is an “A” Day, so it involves only periods 1 through 4.SALIDA TEMPRANA - Este es un recordatorio de que el lunes 12 de Octubre es un día de salida anticipada. El día escolar terminará a las 2:15 pm. Los autobuses estarán funcionando y llegarán a la escuela a las 2:40 pm y partirán a las 2:50 pm.Padres, si su hijo/hija no toma el autobús, puede recogerlo después de las 2:15 pm. Todos los estudiantes deben estar fuera del campus a las 3 pm a menos que participen en una actividad o práctica extracurricular.Este es un día de trabajo/desarrollo del personal para nuestros maestros, por lo que no estarán disponibles para recibir tutoría por la tarde. Adjunto está el horario. Tenga en cuenta que se divide por el período de almuerzo. El lunes es un día "A", por lo que solo incluye los períodos 1 a 4.SAT DAY – This Wednesday, October 14PthP, we will have the SAT School Day for Seniors. We have 200 seniors who signed up. Seniors had to register in advance. There will be an alternate schedule. The students will be admitted to the testing rooms at approximately 9:30 am, and testing should end at approximately 1:45 pm. More information will go out on Monday, October 12PthP. BRAHMA NHS - Mac’s NHS is hosting a Virtual Book Club for elementary school children K-2 on Wednesdays 4:00-4:30pm. For more information, click on the following documents:Regency Place ES: 34TU Oaks ES: 34T Brahma NHS!!PARENT OPPORTUNITY - The Instructional Technology department will be offering parent informational webinars during the Fall semester. Registration can be found on the NEISD Virtual Learning page under the Parent Webinar icon:??34T REMINDER - This is a reminder, that everyone should self-screen prior to coming to school and stay home if they or someone in their household are experiencing any of the following:Cough or sore throatShortness of breathLoss of taste or smellChillsDiarrheaRepeated shaking with chillsFeeling feverish or temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees FahrenheitMuscle painHeadacheKnown close contact in the last 14 days with a person who has COVID-19Parents and students, if you are currently attending school in person, we ask that you monitor for these symptoms daily.? If the student has any one or more of these symptoms, please do not send or bring them to school.? You should contact our clinic so that we can advise you on what you need to do.? Parents, please do not try to medicate and send your child to school.?? At this time, we need to be cautious and follow safety protocols for the benefit of all.? Together, we can help stop the spread of COVID 19.TICKET SALES: Please see the QR code below for online football and volleyball tickets. This QR code will allow you to buy tickets online for games at Blossom Athletic Center (BAC), and Heroes. Volleyball tickets will go on sale with Brushfire (the online ticket service) for everyone every Monday morning at 8:00 am.? Tickets can still be purchased at the ticket booth at Littleton Gym.? The ticket prices are still $7 adult pre-sale $3 student pre-sale, and everything is $8 at the gate.? Please note that all of our tickets at our stadiums are general admission this year due to the capacity and spacing issues at our stadiums.? 2020-2021 FREE/REDUCED LUNCH APPLICATIONS – Lunch applications are available online. To apply go to: ?34TNorthEastISD34TIf you need assistance, Child Nutrition contact number for assistance:? 210-356-9113 You may also Email for assistance:? 34Tmealapplication@34TSENIORS: Attention Seniors!It is time to order your Class of 2021 T-shirts!? You can place your order on the School Cash Store online.??34T this time, we are only taking orders online.? Cost of the shirt is $15.? It is a Comfort Colors Lagoon blue shirt.? We will take orders until October 8th.? We will give more details on distribution of the shirt after we receive the shirts from our vendor.??Senior/Baby Photo Slideshow:Let's see how far we've come, Seniors!? Ms. Moyer is collecting one baby photo and one senior or recent photo for the slideshow.? Please email photos to 34Tamoyer@34T.? We will take photos until September 30th and will share the slideshow in October! Go Brahma Seniors!!COLLEGE & CAREER ADVISING - Are you the parent/guardian of a senior? Do you have questions about your student's post-high school plan? Julia Poage is the?college adviser at MacArthur.?She can assist with college, financial aid, and scholarship applications; career planning; connecting you with your student's military recruiter?— along with answering any other?questions you may have about your student's college or career plans. You can email her at 34Tjpoage@trinity.edu34T or set up a meeting with her using this link:?34T UPGRADES – Working with Zoom, we have built a way to improve the safety of our students and verification of who is online in our Zoom classes. Every secondary student in NEISD has a student Zoom account tied to their NEISD student email @stu.. Below are directions that teachers shared with students, and most students have made the change. These steps can be done at home very easily.? It should take less than 5 minutes for students to upgrade their Zoom account. Every student has the ability to do this in NEISD. If the account is not upgraded, then the student will not be able to join a Zoom class and will learn asynchronously until they upgrade. If they have questions, please contact their teacher or administrator to get help. Below is a 3 step PDF to follow. While most of our students have already made this upgrade, we need your help to make sure everyone is ready to go. Thank you for your help.34TPart_1_-Zoom_Authentication_Tutorial_-_Student_-_Google_Slides.html34T (163.3 KB)BRAMA BUCKS/MEET THE TEACHER: Did you miss our Brahma Bucks/Meet the Teacher Night? Well, because it was virtual, it is not too late. Below is the link to the event. This link is also be available on our campus website and Facebook page.34T is also not too late to join PTSA and get involved at MAC. PTSA can also still take your donations (hence Brahma Bucks) which go right back into the school. Please see the attached flyer for information on making donations, as well as information on joining PTSA. Go Brahmas!SENIOR PICTURES – Please continue to book appointments at the Prestige studio if you can at?34T so we can get as many seniors photographed as we can.?54TThings to know:54TNHS students:54T? Let the photographer?know if you are an NHS member.? No honor cords allowed in these pictures.54TCovid-19 Safety:?54T?To ensure you and our staff's safety please follow the basic rules as you show up to your appointment:Please arrive wearing.? Masks can be removed for pictures.There is a limit of?54T1 guest per senior 54Tdue to social distancing restrictions and to allow plenty of room in the areas.? Other guests must wait in the car.Cap & gowns will be steamed after each use for safety54TInstructions?for Sessions:Yearbook Pose:? Cap/Gown - This session is required for the yearbook (no charge)Guys - Wear or bring a collared dress shirt for under the gown.? Bring a tie or use one provided.? Suggested?shirt color:? White but any color is fine.Girls - Nothing to bring.? A white collar will be provided for your gown.If you are interested in other sessions including Tux or Drape or Casual pictures, please book your appointment for the Prestige studio.? Let’s get 100% participation.? Go Brahma Seniors! IMPORTANT REMINDERS - As we continue to return students to our campus, it is essential that we remind parents and students of important expectations. Below are important expectations that you should review especially if you are returning to campus.ARRIVAL and TRANSPORTATION: As much as possible, we highly recommend that parents transport their children to and from school as they return during Phase In. Students should arrive no earlier than between 8: 30 and 9:00 am. If your child needs to ride a bus to and from school, you can check the bus number and pick up times at the following link:34T will begin arriving at MacArthur starting at about 9:15 am. Students will be directed to the cafeteria until 9:50 am.Classes will end at 3:25 pm. If you are transporting your child, you may pick them up at the front of the school after 3:25 pm. Buses will arrive between 4:15 and 4:30 pm. Students who must wait for a bus will wait in the cafeteria until buses arrive, unless they are participating in an extra-curricular practice. Students will have the opportunity to engage in Blended learning online from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.STUDENT DROP-OFF – Please do not drop off or pick up your child on the street. This creates traffic issues and it is not safe. The same is true at pick up time. In the past I have even seen parents picking up kids in the middle of the street. This is VERY dangerous and you can be ticketed. Please keep your child’s safety in mind. The few minutes you believe you save can never compensate if something bad happens. Thank you.TRAFFIC AND PARKING: The front circle is open for drop-off only in the morning. It will be locked at 9:30 am and is not re-opened until approximately 4:40 pm. There are Student Parking Tags available. All parking tags are sold on a first come first served basis. The cost for a parking tag is $30. Students must have a visible parking tag in order to park on campus. This is in effect on the first day of school. Student vehicles without tags will be ticketed and can possibly be towed. If your child does not have a parking permit, please remind them that they may not park on campus. There is no parking allowed on the Band Practice field. Student pick up after activities will be in the front circle area. Traffic Flow - The front parking lot has a one-way entrance and exit. It is very important that we observe the traffic flow to allow easier and safer access to and from the front lot. Failure to follow posted traffic flow can cause dangerous situations and, for students, it can result in the loss of the parking tag. The entrance is in the area closest to CVS. The exit is in the area right by the front circle. We also ask that parents picking up their students to please park in the available parking spaces to wait for and pick up your child. I have attached an arial photo of the school showing the entry and exit as well as the pick up/drop off area.SCHOOL SAFETY: As you know, all NEISD schools have additional security measures that were put in place last year with additional Safety measures required due to COVID 19. Below are some important considerations:FACE MASKS – Students must have a face mask, and they will be worn at all times except when eating lunch.WATER BOTTLES AND SANITIZERS – Students should bring a water bottle with them. Water fountains are available only to refill water bottles. Every classroom will have approved hand sanitizers. Students may bring a small personal bottle of hand santizer, but it may not be shared with anyone.ELECTRONIC DEVICES – Students will be working online only during Phase I. All students should bring their electronic devices, power cords and earbuds/headphones, so that can work undisturbed during their classes. BREAKFAST AND LUNCH – Thanks to available federal support, Breakfast and Lunch are free of charge. The only charge will be for A La Carte items, and if a student gets a second tray. Students can bring a lunch from home. Due to COVID restrictions, we cannot accept food deliveries and we cannot let students out to get food from you. That may change as we move forward with the transitions, but we MUST adhere to this expectation. In addition, MacArthur is a closed campus, and students may not leave campus for lunch.CLEAR BACKPACKS - All students must have a clear backpack. This applies to any bag the student may use to carry their books and/or school items such as messenger bags, briefcases, etc. It does not apply to small purses, gym bags, band cases, dance/cheer equipment bags. Remember, Clear Backpack or No Backpack!CAMPUS ACCESS - All exterior doors will remain locked. The gate at the bus circle going into the courtyard, and the gates at the front circle will be closed at 10:00 am. Anyone arriving after 10:00 am will have to buzz in for entrance. STUDENT ID’S – Students should have their student ID with them. We will try to provide ID’s during the first week for freshmen and those who do not have an ID.DRESS CODE – As always, dress code is in effect the first day of school. We need your help in ensuring that your children are properly dressed for school. Girl’s skirts, dresses, and shorts must be of an appropriate length. Boys must wear their pants at their waist and should have a belt to secure their pants. No halter-tops, bare midriffs, or muscle shirts allowed. No translucent or see through clothing. No hats of any type for boys or girls. Students should not bring hats or caps to school because they will not be allowed to wear them at any time. This includes hanging them on their belts, backpacks or anywhere else. They are subject to confiscation. Hair should be a neatly groomed and not distracting. No piercings anywhere other than the ears. Students will be required to remove any facial or other visible piercings and they are subject to confiscation.Please help us with this issue. Remember that students who are out of dress code are subject to disciplinary measures.STUDENT BEHAVIOR: TOBACCO/VAPE PRODUCTS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY – The following is directly from the NEISD Student Code of Conduct, which can be found at: 34T East ISD prohibits the following in accordance with Texas Education Code Section 38.006 and Texas Health and Safety Code Section 161.081: 1. Any adult and/or student from smoking cigarettes, tobacco, tobacco products, electronic, vapor, smokeless or any other substitute form of cigarettes, tobacco or tobacco-like products, as well as the use of any devices which are used for the purpose of ingesting or transmitting any type of tobacco or tobacco-like products at a school-related or school-sanctioned activity on or off school property. 2. Students from possessing or using cigarettes, tobacco, tobacco products, electronic, vapor, smokeless or any other substitute form of cigarettes, tobacco or tobacco-like products, as well as the use of any devices which are used for the purpose of ingesting or transmitting any type of tobacco, or tobacco-like products at a school-related or school-sanctioned activity on or off school property. North East ISD will ensure that school personnel will enforce the tobacco/vapor rules. State law prohibits the possession, purchase, consumption or acceptance of an electronic cigarette, cigarette or tobacco product by an individual who is younger than 18 years of age. An offense under state law is punishable by a fine. Additionally, students will face disciplinary consequences which could include a DAEP placement or an expulsion for a THC or CBD related violation.Vaping has become epidemic with our teens. It is something we address on almost a daily basis. In addition to our concern over the health risks this behavior poses, we have seen a number of students expelled for the possession or use of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol, the principal psychoactive ingredient in marijuana). We want to reiterate that possession or use of THC on campus will result in a recommendation for disciplinary placement up to and including expulsion for students who are found to be vaping THC or have THC in their possession. This strong stand is imperative not only to remain compliant with state law and the North East ISD Student Code of Conduct, but also to help to deter a behavior that is endangering our students. Regardless of personal opinions on this issue, possession and use of e-cigarettes/vaping devices remains illegal under state law for persons under 18. All devices, oils, and other paraphernalia are explicitly prohibited by the North East ISD Student Code of Conduct for students of all ages. Confiscated devices, cartridges and oils will be subject to immediate on-campus chemical testing. Students who are in possession of any item which tests positively for THC will be recommended for expulsion as such possession is a state jail felony. Note that possessing or being under the influence of any controlled substance as detailed above can also result in separate criminal penalties as determined by law enforcement.For the safety and wellbeing of our children, please help us to reinforce the serious safety and disciplinary consequences, which can result from vaping. You can access 34T for additional resources, which may help you to initiate this conversation with your child. Thank you for your continued collaboration as we strive to ensure the safest possible educational environment for all students.BULLYING, THREATS, HARRASSMENT:Any threat to engage in any type of violent act against another student, a staff member, or the school itself, will not be tolerated. This includes any threat made via social media. Consequences will include disciplinary action and could result in criminal prosecution. Additional information regarding threats is detailed on page 36 of the Student/Parent Handbook, which can be accessed via the following link: 34T Student Code of Conduct can be found at the following link:34T, parents and guardians should immediately report any information concerning any apparent threat to student or staff safety to campus administration. Information may also be provided to the North East Police Department at 407-0911 or via NEISD's anonymous 24-hour tip line at 655-CARE (655-2273). ATTENDANCE: Student attendance will continue to be based on their logging in to the online classes or Google classroom. If you are picking your child up early for an appointment or any other reason, they must be signed out at the attendance office. They will be called to the front office. Thank you for your cooperation.IMMUNIZATIONS:Student immunizations must be current, or the student will not be allowed to attend classes. Immunizations will be checked for all students.URGENT NOTICE! – Whenever we receive returned mail, we are required to get a new verification of residency. As we begin the new school year, please be aware that any student for whom we have received returned mail will not be allowed to attend school until we have a new verification of enrollment. In addition, any student attending MacArthur on a Power of Attorney (POA) or a Living With must have renewed the POA or Living With before the start of school. If your child (ren) fall within any of these categories, you will be contacted to provide the necessary documentation or pick up your child until the necessary documentation can be provided. We want your child (ren) in school, but these are legal requirements that must be fulfilled.UPDATE EMAILS - Many of you do not have a current or correct email address in our system. You are missing out on important communication. Please make sure you take time to go into your Family Access account to update or ensure that you have a correct email entered so that we can adequately communicate with you. The sooner you do this, the better.HEALTH and WELLNESS - Our North East ISD community is facing more obstacles than ever in and out of the classroom. This is always a challenge; teachers, staff, students, and parents are now navigating the unknowns of the COVID-19 pandemic. While mental health and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) have always been important to NEISD, the added pressures brought on by COVID-19 prompted the District to focus our support systems so help is more accessible to our community.NEISD wants its employees and families to put their own mental health, and overall wellness needs first. The District's Student Leadership & Well-Being team launched a 34Tnew website34T focused on offering adult wellness resources, from mental health hotlines to virtual fitness classes, professional counseling, and more. This one-stop webpage houses the many programs available to NEISD staff and families. Mental health education and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) remain a priority for NEISD. To help empower and train staff and parents, the District has partnered with health centers like Laurel Ridge, Deer Oaks, Clarity Child Guidance Center and Communities in Schools. Visit 34Tadultwellness.34T to learn more about the programs and resources that are currently available.ACTIVITIES –BRAHMA FOOTBALL – This past Friday, October 9PthP. our Brahmas were back in NEISD at Heroes. This was a great game against a tough Brandeis Bronco team. MAC held strong and limited Brandeis to only 7 points in the first quarter while answering with 7 points off a run by Jaxson Deason. The Brahmas played hard and made the Broncos work hard. They came up short, but I for one am very proud of how well they plyed and the determination they showed. Each week they learn and grow. This Friday our Brahmas will be at Comalander Stadium to take on Johnson at 7:30 pm. Please remember that masks are required for spectators at all time, even when seated. Due to the limited seating you should plan to arrive early. We look forward to a great evening as our Brahmas play their second district game. Remember, no matter what, we are STILL THE BRAHMAS!! Let’s get those horns up and get ready to cheer on the Brahmas! I have attached a broadcast schedule of all varsity games at NEISD stadiums.? This will include all our games except tonight's and the Clark game on 11/27. Once I receive the information on the Clark game, I'll be sure to get it to you.? Below are the links for live streaming.? Please feel free to share with relatives and community members that are unable to attend.ESPN links-?34T?? ????34T will be aired on television KCWX Channel 2.?TSP-??34T Thursday Night Lights TV broadcast CW 35Go Brahma Football!!BRAHMA VOLLEYBALL – The Brahma Volleyball program faced tough competition in a packed three game week. The Brahmas took on Clark on Tuesday night and Brandeis on Friday night. All three teams fought and played very hard, but unfortunately the games didn’t fall our way. Saturday afternoon was a different story for the Brahmas. We took on Marshall at home in the Mac Gym. The freshman started the day off with a great three set fight. The team fought back after losing the first set, but weren’t able to outlast the Rams in third. The JV came out on a mission and took the match in two well played sets. It was a great display of passion, teamwork and hustle. The Varsity hit the court with fire in their hearts, and they never let up. The Brahmas had complete control of the match the entire way through winning in three sets! Your statistical leaders for the match were: Lauren Garren with 3 Aces, Taylor Alston with 12 kills, Lauren Garren and Kaylen Lembcke each with 1 block a piece, Kristen Bernal with 35 assists and Bryley Westfahl with 27 digs. Come out and support the Brahmas as they take on Johnson to close out the first round on Tuesday night (F-5:00, JV-6:15, V-7:30 all at Johnson), Friday night versus Churchill (F-5:30, JV-6:45 both at Churchill and Varsity at 5:30 at Blossom), then ending the week at Floresville (F-11, JV-12:15 and V-1:30). Here is the link for the MacArthur YouTube channel through which we are live streaming the Varsity Volleyball:34T Brahma Volleyball!!BRAHMA TENNIS – Mac Tennis was back in action Friday night with an extremely tough opponent in the Reagan Rattlers. Mac competed well, but came up short in the end. Mac girls doubles put up a huge fight with a too close to call 3 setter before time was called. Mia Rojas and Rylie Marafioto had split sets and were looking to finish off the rattlers in regulation, but ran out of time. Mac competed well against the number 7 team in the state. Way to go Brahmas!!! Mac will host Churchill next week in the finale of the fall season. The Brahmas will be back in action on Tuesday. See you then Brahma Nation!!!!! Go Brahma Tennis!BRAHMA CROSS COUNTRY – This past week our Brahma Cross Country continued to compete. The JV traveled to East Central on Wednesday, and our Varsity were at Southside/Cardinal Stadium on Saturday. Both teams gave great performances and continue to improve on their times. This week both JV and Varsity will travel to Boerne on Saturday at 7:30 m. Come on out to cheer on our Brahmas. Go Brahma Cross Country!BRAHMA SWIMMING - MAC goes head to head against LEE: On Saturday, October 3PrdP, our Varsity athletes competed in a Dual meet against LEE. This was our first competition of the season and the Brahmas came out strong. “Swimmers of the Meet” were awarded to Sarah Gerlach & Wesley Willis for their excellence in racing and training! Top 3 Finishers (Individual Events):Ciara Cardon – 1PstP 200 Free, 2PndP 500 FreeRylee Cardon – 2PndP 200 IMPaola Cuellar – 2PndP 100 BreastNate Donaho – 1PstP 50 Free, 1PstP 100 FreeHaley Donato – 2PndP 200 FreeSarah Gerlach – 3PrdP 100 Free, 3PrdP 100 BreastBelen Gonzalez – 1PstP 100 Fly, 2PndP 100 BackAllyson Gutierrez – 2PndP 100 Free, 3PrdP 200 IMDylan Harris – 1PstP 200 Free, 1PstP 500 FreeWyatt Kenny – 1PstP 200 IM, 1PstP 100 FlySean Kuper – 1PstP 100 BackNalani Lambert – 1PstP 500 Free, 3PrdP 200 FreeSarah Ramos – 2PndP 100 Fly, 3PrdP 50 FreeHayden Reiswig – 2PndP 100 BackKyle Roach-Compton – 1PstP 100 Breast, 3PrdP 500 FreeWesley Willis – 2PndP 100 Breast, 3PrdP 100 FlyTop 3 Finishers (Relay Events):Girls 2000 Medley Relay – 2PndP: Nalani Lambert, Rylee Cardon, Belen Gonzalez, Sarah RamosBoys 200 Medley Relay – 1PstP: Sean Kuper, Kyle Roach-Compton, Wyatt Kenny, Nate DoahoGirls 200 Free Relay – 2PndP: Allyson Gutierrez, Ciara Cardon, Paola Cuellar, Sarah RamosGirls 200 Free Relay -3PrdP: Haley Donato, Sarah Gerlach, Hayley Rodriguez, Melina LizcanoBoys 200 Free Relay – 1PstP: Wyatt Kent, Sean Kuper, Dylan Harris, Nate DonahoGirls 400 Free Relay – 1PstP: Belen Gonzalez, Allyson Gutierrez, Haley Donato, Ciara CardonGirls 400 Free Relay – 2PndP: Paola Cuellar, Sarah Gerlach, Melina Lizcano, Hayley RodriguezBoys 400 Free Relay – 1PstP: Dylan Haarris, Hayden Reiswig, Wesley Willis, Kyle Roach-ComptonOur next competition is Friday, October 16PthP where both Varsity & JV we will compete against Reagan, & LEE. Go Brahma Aquatics!BRAHMA BASKETBALL - Boys Basketball Try-Outs will be held this Wednesday, October 21PstP. Try Outs will be held in the MAC Gym starting at 6:00 am. Physicals must be turned in to Coach Murphy and the Online Participation Form must be submitted by Monday, October 19PthP. Go Brahma Basketball!BRAHMA ASL - Sign Language Basics for Everyone! Free Zoom Class!On Sunday October 25, 2020 from 2-3pm, our Brahma ASL Honor Society will present this free class, taught by MacArthur HS ASL Honor Society Students!Learn the ABC’s and how to Spell Your NameLearn a Basic Introduction in ASLBreakout rooms for practice, feedback, and helpFree materials To gain entrance to this free class or if you have questions please email Mr. Kitterman 34Ttkitte@34T (to get the zoom link). Go Brahma ASL!!DEPARTMENTS-FROM OUR MAC LIBRARY – The MacArthur Library is dedicated to serving our students, even from a distance. Here’s some information to for your digital learning experience:TeenTober Top Ten Voting Promotion: Last chance to participate! TeenTober celebrates library services for teens. This year we are encouraging our students to participate in YALSA’s Teen’s Top Ten voting. The Teens' Top Ten is a "teen choice" list, where teens nominate and choose their favorite books of the previous year! Current nominees can be seen 34There34T. Our 34TTop Ten Voting Promotion34T asks students to list their Top Ten books and then go vote by October 15. The student whose ballot has the most matches when YALSA announces the Teen’s Top Ten will win a prize!Hispanic Heritage Month: Last chance to participate! National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognized annually from September 15 to October 15, celebrates Hispanic and Latino American history, culture, and the contributions of Hispanic Americans whose families came from Spain, Mexico, Central, South America, and the Caribbean. To celebrate the library is offering a 34THispanic Heritage Hidden Image Challenge34T. Students must correctly answer questions about Hispanic heritage to reveal the picture and be entered into a prize drawing on October 15PthP. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To build awareness with a positive message, the library is offering it’s annual Chain of Hope. Normally the library encourages students to contribute to a paper chain that is displayed in the library. Due to current circumstances, we are creating an 34Tonline Chain of Hope34T. Students can submit their messages by clicking on the pink message icon in the center of the chain. Students can honor a loved one who has been affected by Breast Cancer, provide inspirational quotes, or create their own positive message to give hope to others. The chain will be available throughout the month of OctoberSora Achievement Badge Prize Promotion: Students can earn digital achievements as they use the Sora app and the library is offering prizes for the badges students earn. When students are able to return to campus, they can redeem prizes for the various digital achievement badges they have earned. 34TClick this link to see the prizes you can earn with each set of Sora achievement badges.34TLibrary Updates: Phases 1-4 in the Library: Per district safety guidelines, the library will not be checking out print library books at this time. Please see our 34TDigital MacArthur Library Introduction34T to see a tour of our MacArthur Library Website and see how to check out ebooks and audiobooks in Sora. Explore our 34Tinteractive virtual library34T to find collections of ebooks by subject and genre. Get to Know Your Library Digital Resources: There are a wealth of digital resources available to students through our Library Resources folder in Launchpad. See our 34TNEISD Electronic Resources Guide34T. The icons on the list show how students will see them in Launchpad. Each icon on the list also links to a basic tutorial as well. Explore our 34TSora Reading App Learning Menu34T to found out more about features of the Sora online reading app and see a quick start video.Expand Your Sora Collection with San Antonio Public Library: Students can connect their NEISD Sora account to the San Antonio Public Library for access to even more digital titles. 34TClick here to see instructions34TLibrary Virtual Office Hours: Need some quick help or want to chat with the librarian? The library offers virtual office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment between 3:30pm and 4:15 pm. Students can log into our 34TVirtual Mac Library34T page to reserve a time each week. Online Textbook Guide: Not sure how to access your course’s online textbook? See our 34TOnline Textbook Guide34T to figure out how to access your online textbooks in LaunchpadCollege, Career, and Military Readiness: MacArthur will be hosting SAT School Day for Seniors on October 14th, and PSAT testing for Juniors on October 29PthP. Check out 34TLearning Express and PrepSTEP34T, a fantastic college, career, and military readiness resource that is available in the Library Resources Folder in Launchpad. Students can create their own free account to save their progress on online practice tests, career prep resources, and college and scholarship searches. This resource has SAT and PSAT prep materials.Library and Technology Refreshers for Students: In this 34T8 Things You Always Wanted to Know About the Library but Were Afraid to Ask34T learning menu, you can find important library and technology refreshers for digital resources, ebooks, digital note taking, MLA style, , 34Tstudent logins, and email accounts34T. Parent OverDrive Accounts: Students already have their own OverDrive accounts, but if you would like to have your own parent account to access ebooks and audio books in OverDrive, please complete this 34TOnline OverDrive Parent Registration Form34T. Please allow 2-3 days for the account to be built. Existing parent accounts must be renewed each year by completing the registration form.Stay Connected: Follow us on twitter and Instagram @MacArthurLib. Visit our 34TMac Library Website34T for more great resources and informationGo Brahma Library!MAC COUNSELORS’ CORNER – ASVAB: We will be offering the ASVAB at MAC on November 4th at 10:00 am. The sign-up link is posted in the google classroom and the deadline to sign up is October 19th.Counseling Google Classrooms:?If your student has not joined the Counseling Google Classroom, please encourage them to do so! We are sharing lots of important grade-level specific information in the google classrooms!AP Classes:?For students taking AP courses, please use the following link to find the "AP Registration Student's To Do List." Other helpful AP information is also provided on this page.?October 23 is the fall registration deadline for AP exams.?34T Support Line:?We have a counseling support line available students and parents can call?Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm for counseling questions and concerns. The number for MacArthur is 210-356-7619.Counselors?are available for students and parents through phone, email and zoom Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.?Counselors?are assigned alphabetically by student's last name. You can find your?counselor's name and contact information in the "Counselors?Corner" of the MAC website under "Find my?counselor."Important upcoming dates:?SAT School Day for Seniors - October 14 (Students need to sign up in the senior google classroom.)?PSAT for Juniors - October 29ASVAB Testing - November 4Go Brahma Counselors!FROM OUR FAMILY SPECIALIST – Another school year has begun, and everyone at MacArthur High is excited to work with you and your child. Active parental participation in each student’s education is essential if the student is to be successful. I am sending you this email so you can sign up with me your Family Specialist, Elizabeth Jaramillo, for the Family Engagement Leadership Academy. I am planning on having live and recorded virtual classes for the parents to participate and access at their convenience.? I will also cover various topics such as parenting, ESL, health, safety, nutrition, essential knowledge & life skills to name a few along with some book studies of (Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline, The 5 Love Languages? of a Teenager and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens) Please click on the link below to sign up for my classes that have started.?I have attached my calendar as well for you to view and see what classes interest you. Family Engagement interest form: HYPERLINK "" 34T Calendar for the Month October:? Need Assistance: If you are interested in helping, in making masks for our NEISD schools please click on the link provided. There are 3 ways you can help.? All material is provided along with detail instructions. Let’s help Super-Hero Volunteer Mask Makers in providing such an essential piece to keep our students, teachers and staff at MacArthur safe and well. thank you for your time and I hope to see many of you. Go Brahmas!De Nuestro Especialista Familiar - Otro a?o escolar ha comenzado y todos en MacArthur High están emocionados de trabajar con usted y su hijo. La participación de los padres en la educación de cada estudiante es esencial para que el estudiante tenga éxito. Le estoy enviando este correo electrónico para que pueda inscribirse conmigo, su Especialista en Familia, Elizabeth Jaramillo, en la Academia de Liderazgo para la Participación Familiar. Estoy planeando tener clases virtuales en vivo y grabadas para que los padres participen y accedan a su conveniencia. También cubriré varios temas como la crianza de los hijos, inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), salud, seguridad, nutrición, conocimientos esenciales y habilidades para la vida, por nombrar algunos, junto con algunos estudios de libros de (Fácil de amar, Difícil de disciplinar, Los 5 lenguajes del amor de un adolescente y Los 7 hábitos de los adolescentes altamente efectivos) Haga clic en el enlace de abajo para inscribirse en mis clases que han comenzado. También he adjuntado mi calendario para que veas y veas qué clases te interesan.Formulario de interés de participación familiar: Calendario del mes de octubre: Necesita ayuda: Si está interesado en ayudar, en la fabricación de máscaras para nuestras escuelas de NEISD, haga clic en el enlace proporcionado. Hay tres formas de ayudar. Todo el material se proporciona junto con instrucciones detalladas. Ayudemos a Super Hero Volunteer Mask Makers a proporcionar una pieza tan esencial para mantener a nuestros estudiantes, maestros y personal en MacArthur seguros y bien. aprender el idioma inglés?Comuníquese con la Sra. Jaramillo para obtener más información. las clases son todos los jueves de 10:00 a.m. a 11:00 a.m. a través de Zoom.Les agradezco su tiempo y espero ver a muchas de ustedes. ?Vamos Brahmas!FROM OUR MAC CLINIC – Please remember that students must have current immunizations, even for online learning. This is a legal requirement. Please make sure that your child’s immunizations are up to date.PARENT INVOLVEMENT-MAC ORCHESTRA BOOSTERS – If your child is a part of Mac Orchestra, you need to be a part of this great group of parents.? All are welcome. Go Brahma MOPA! MAC CHOIR BOOSTERS – If your child is in choir then you need to come out and join this great group of parents and support MAC Choir. Go Brahma Choir Boosters!MAC BAND BOOSTERS – If your child is a member of our awesome Brahma Band, then you need to come out and be a part of these awesome parents.Please remember, for the latest updates and information as well as current news, information, and schedules, join us on Facebook (Mac Band Parents), Twitter (@MacBandParents), and Instagram (@MacBandParents), or log in to your Charms account. Go Brahma Band Boosters!MAC ATHLETIC BOOSTERS – There is still time to join our Athletic Boosters. If your child is a Brahma Athlete or you are just looking for a way to be involved, you need to come out and be a part of these great parents. If you want to keep up with our Boosters, check out the Brahma Booster Club Facebook page link:? Brahma Athletic Boosters!PTSA – It is never too late to join PTSA and get involved at MAC. PTSA can also still take your donations (Brahma Bucks) which go right back into the school. Please see the attached flyer for information on making donations, as well as information on joining PTSA. ?PTA Reflections Competition: Hello Students! PTSA is holding a National PTA Reflections Competition for areas of music, dance, literature, photography, film, and visual art. Due to the pandemic, All Items will be turned in digitally by October 27, 2020. Please get with your teachers for information if you are interested. Also, PTSA would like to take this time to thank all teachers, coaches, janitorial staff, and the administration for all your hard work and dedication during this crazy start of the new school year!Join PTSA!:The MacArthur PTSA is a vital link in connecting with our parents and families and a great way for every parent to be involved. The beginning of a new school year means it is time to show your support for our students, our school, and our community. We invite all students, parents, and teachers to join! The PTSA is here to advocate and positively influence the lives of all children and families. Make a difference and get involved! To join PTSA, please go to the following link: We want to remind the Mac Family and community to please remember to check out the PTSA website and blog for important information on what is happening at MacArthur!This is a great resource and it can be found at: . Go Brahma PTSA!COMMUNITY-COMMUNITY EDUCATION - Community Education will be offering virtual college prep classes this fall! Join Caleb Pendleton in How to Win Scholarships for College where he will share tips and techniques to apply for and win college scholarships. Doorway to College will be offering PSAT/SAT and ACT Exam Prep classes this semester as well. Visit webinars and use coupon code: 54TNEISDTestPrep54T upon checkout for a discounted rate. Click 54There54T to view a digital flyer or call 210-407-0145 for more munity Education is also excited to continue offering driver education to students all over the District! Classes this semester will be online, while behind the wheel instruction will continue with COVID precautions in place. For more information, click here or call (210) 407-0170!? We hope you will take advantage of these great opportunities from our NEISD Community Education!? For complete information on Community Education offerings, please click on the following link: REGISTRATION – The November 3rd General Election is Right around the corner. ?This election will include voting for House of Representatives seats, one Senate seat in Texas, and the Presidency. ?The NEISD school board trustees in District 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are up for election this year. Find out more about these important races in this overview. To determine your NEISD school board trustee based on your address, visit the?Interactive NEISD District Trustee Map.?Check out these candidate-submitted biographies and answers to important questions to help you make an informed voting decision:District 1, incumbent Sandy Hughey and challenger Michael OsbornDistrict 3, incumbent Omar Leos and challenger Ione McGintyDistrict 4, incumbent David Beyer and challenger Joseph HoelscherDistrict 5, incumbent Shannon Grona and challenger Cimarron GilsonDistrict 6, incumbent Tony Jaso and challengers Steve Hilliard and Dylan PearcyThe school board trustee election is listed close to the bottom of the ballot. Don’t stop at the top! Monday October 5PthP was the last day to register to vote by mail. ?Early voting is October 13?through October 30. Election Day is November 3. ?Election Day is a student and staff holiday. This day off was originally for the city’s Battle of Flowers and came later in the month. However, when the city cancelled the parade, the Board of Trustees voted to move that school holiday to November 3. This allows many of our schools to be used as voting sites during school hours without distracting students. It also allows District employees a daylong opportunity to vote. ?By law, every high school principal is a deputy voter registrar.? As such, I make sure that we have voter registration cards available here at MAC in the principal office.? However you choose to register, if you are able to vote, then please make sure to do so.? Voting is a precious right, and it is your right to exercise and let your voice be counted.? I encourage all of you to register and participate in our civic duty. ?“We do not have government by the majority. We have government by the majority who participate.”?- Thomas Jefferson Brahma Voters!BRAHMA FANS – The following protocols are to be followed at both Heroes and Comalander Stadiums:The clear bag policy is in effect for all NEISD Facilities. You can access the policy at the following link: should self-screen prior to coming to an event and we ask that you do not attend if you or someone in are household are experiencing any of the following:Cough or sore throatShortness of breathLoss of taste or smellChillsDiarrheaRepeated shaking with chillsFeeling feverish or temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees FahrenheitMuscle painHeadacheKnown close contact in the last 14 days with a person who has COVID-19All spectators including all adults and students must have a face covering to enter an event, and must adhere to social distancing and wearing of face coverings at all times There will be no parent spirit lines on the field.Spectators, including band parents, will not be allowed to cross the field except for after game shows in order to manage equipment.Seating is marked so that rows with blue X’s are rows where you cannot sit. There are green dots in the general seating areas indicating 6 foot spacing.There are decals in the student section where we ask for a maximum of 2 students between each decal. Please see the photo below.Please note that due to spacing requirements, the student section has moved to the area closest to the ticket booth. Please see the photo below.Members of the same household, and those who arrived in the same vehicle are allowed to sit together.While waiting to enter the event and at the concession stands, we ask that you observe distancing and wearing of face coverings.Please know that we want everyone to enjoy the event and support our teams. However, we must all do our part to ensure the safety and well being of everyone.We want to remind all of our parents, students, and guests who attend games or any event at home or away, that we need your assistance to ensure that we observe appropriate spectator behavior. This includes observing COVID safety requirements. Spectators are required to wear a mask or face covering at all times while in the stadium. Please observe social distancing with persons whow did not travel to the game with you or are not members of your immediate family or your household. Also, it is okay to disagree with a call and to be a little loud when supporting our Brahmas. It is not okay to be disruptive or engage in personal attacks or confrontations with Coaches, referees, or students. Cursing, making profane comments or threats will not be allowed. Anyone causing a disturbance or verbally abusing the officials, coaches, or students will be removed from the game and may face removal from all athletic events. Please let the coaches take care of the coaching and dealing with the officials. It is extremely important for us to model appropriate behavior at any function. Your cooperation and support is greatly appreciated.17T Go Brahmas!Here are the events going on in Brahmaland: Monday 101220:Ninth week of SchoolMAC Choir Mixed Region Auditions – Virtual All DayEarly Release 2:15 pm Teacher Workday/Staff Development 2:15 pm to 4:30 pmMAC Golf (Girls’ V, JV) v. NEISD @ Ft. Sam 4:30 pmTuesday 101320:MAC Choir Mixed Region Auditions – Virtual All DayMAC Tennis v. Churchill @BAC 4:30 pm MAC Freshman VB v. Johnson @ Johnson 5:00 pm MAC JV VB v. Johnson @ Johnson 6:15 pm MAC Varsity VB v. Johnson @ Johnson 7:30 pmWednesday 101420:MAC Choir Mixed Region Auditions – Virtual All Day All Teachers Conference Period 9:00 am to 9:55 amPTSA Staff Appreciation (Halloween Treat)SAT School Day (Seniors) 10 am to 2 pmThursday 101520:MAC JV Tennis v. LEE @ TBA 4:30 pmMAC Freshman FB v. Johnson @ Johnson 4:30 pm MAC JV FB v. Johnson @ MAC 5:00 pmFriday 101620:MAC Freshman VB v. Churchill @ Churchill 5:30 pmMAC JV VB v. Churchill @ Churchill 6:45 pm MAC Varsity VB v. Churchill @ BAC 5:30 pmMAC Varsity FB v. Johnson (Pink Out Game) @ BAC 7:30 pmSaturday 101720:Mac Varsity/JV Cross Country @ Boerne 7:30 amMAC Freshman VB v. Floresville @ Floresville 11:00 am MAC JV VB v. Floresville @ Floresville 12:15 am MAC Varsity VB v. Floresville @ Floresville 1:30 pmSunday 101820:N/AMonday 101920:Tenth week of SchoolTennis JV v. Brandeis @ TBA 4:30 pmHave a Great Week!Peter MartinezPrincipal, MacArthur High School“An Investment in our children pays the best interest of all.” ................
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