Message From the Superintendent, April 20, 2021

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Dear Aldine Community,

Today is a reminder that justice can be done. Equitable practices are the first step in addressing the inequities within our systems and communities. 

Aldine ISD is actively working to be a place where all students are heard, where all students are safe, and where all students can thrive. The District will continue ensuring ALL students have access to high-quality schools, a safe learning environment, and will focus on equitable outcomes for all students to ensure they have choices and opportunities. 

We will continue to Look Inward. Look Around. And Look Forward. Read more about Aldine’s equity work http://ow.ly/Z1JG50EtAct

Start Strong
With the planning for the 2021-2022 school year currently underway, we are building what we are calling Start Strong: Aldine ISD’s plan for teaching and learning this fall. We will continue to look to medical experts and evaluate local conditions to make decisions that prioritize the safety of our staff and students. We have worked hard to ensure that every staff member has access to the COVID vaccine. We continue to collaborate with community leaders to increase access to vaccines for families and community members. We are planning to welcome back all of our students to campuses this fall as we know that in-person learning is most beneficial for most students. Be on the lookout for additional information before the end of this school year. 

STAAR Testing Reminder
STAAR testing today is for our at-home learners. This year, students will be scheduled to test according to their current learning model (on campus or at home). However, it is important to note that all students are required to test in their assigned school building. Safety guidelines will be followed to ensure that students and staff are as safe as possible. Campuses have gotten creative and are using additional spaces in their buildings to ensure social distancing. 

Transportation and meals are available to everyone, and dates will be available for students to make up the exams.

2020-2021 ALDINE ISD STANDARDIZED TESTING SCHEDULE
 

*All at-home learners must go to their home campus to take tests on their scheduled day(s).

** May 18 and May 19 are Remote Learning Days for students in 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade on-campus students.

It is important for all students — whether learning at home or on campus — to engage with their lessons and complete assignments, quizzes, and projects. If you do not have a Home Access Center (HAC) account, please sign up via the Home Access Center website.

REMINDER: Preregistration for PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten is Open
Families can pre-enroll their eligible students for the 2021-2022 school year in three grades — prekindergarten for three-year-olds (PreK3) and Pre-K for four-year-olds (PreK4) and kindergarten. Again, pre-enrollment is for new, eligible students entering AISD for the first time. Families can click here to begin the preregistration process by completing online documents. The deadline to pre-enroll students to PreK and kindergarten is May 31, 2021.

REMINDER: Students Take Part in Survey About Their Well-being, Social-Emotional Skills — AISD students in grades 3-12 are taking part in a survey about their experiences this year.  The survey will be open until April 30. Students learning on campus and those learning at home can provide feedback that the district can use to improve services and programs that better support the whole student. Research links social-emotional learning (SEL) to long-term success.

Student Survey Link: surveys.panoramaed.com/aldine

Campus professional staff members are also providing feedback. They received a survey link from Panorama Education, the company conducting the student and staff survey for AISD.

Family and Community Engagement (FACE)
Keep up with the Aldine ISD FACE Department’s April newsletter for this month’s event dates and family resources, with a few highlights below:

COVID Town Hall Presented by Texas Children’s Hospital
April 20 – English Town Hall (ENGLISH FLYER)
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Session

April 22 – Spanish Town Hall (SPANISH FLYER)
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Zoom Session

Choice School Updates

• Hall Success Academy Application Open for 2021-2022 Admission
• Two-Way Dual Language Program Application for 2021-2022 School Year 

COVID-19 Testing/Safety Protocols/Vaccination News
As a reminder, Texas has opened COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults. Under the expanded eligibility, Texans 16 and older can receive a vaccine. However, the Pfizer vaccine is the only approved vaccine available for that age group. The Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines have been approved for people 18 and older. Learn more.

Drive-thru rapid COVID-19 testing continues to be available for all Aldine ISD students and staff. Online registration is required and can be found here. I encourage everyone to continue doing their part:  wear a mask, wash your hands, and watch your distance.  

In closing, we have so many wonderful things happening in our district! Please make sure to check out the District News page of the website to stay up to date on everything happening in our district.

I wish you a wonderful week ahead. 

With Aldine Pride,

Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney
Superintendent