Tuesday, February 16, 2021
ALERT: After much reflection and consideration, McAllen ISD is cancelling all classes for Wednesday-Friday (February 17-19, 2021) this week.
With growing reports of families experiencing power outages, water and fuel shortages already numbering in the thousands, McAllen ISD made this decision with the best interests of the community in mind as many families are struggling with these challenges.
At this point, McAllen ISD plans to return to normal operating procedures on Monday, February 22, 2021.
Any McAllen ISD families needing hot spots for connectivity may pick them up Wednesday (5-6:30 p.m.) at McAllen ISD Central Office (2000 N. 23rd St.).
For meal services, please refer to the McAllen ISD meals page for updated meal locations at this link:
https://mcallenisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/page/mcallen-isd-meal-program\.
Varsity athletic events for this week will run as scheduled.
A limited number of employees may be needed to respond to facility and other issues. Information regarding work schedules will continue to be shared with them by their supervisor.
The district will continue monitoring weather forecasts and will post updates as changes are needed.
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Martes, 16 de Febrero del 2021
ALERTA: Después de mucha reflexión y consideración, McAllen ISD cancelará todas las clases del Miércoles a Viernes (17-19 de Febrero del 2021) esta semana.
Con crecientes informes de familias que experimentan cortes de energía, escasez de agua y combustible que ya se cuentan por miles, McAllen ISD tomó esta decisión teniendo en cuenta los mejores intereses de la comunidad, ya que muchas familias están luchando con estos desafíos.
En este punto, McAllen ISD planea regresar a los procedimientos operativos normales el Lunes 22 de Febrero del 2021.
Cualquier familia de McAllen ISD que necesite dispositivos de internet para la conectividad puede recogerlos el Miércoles (5-6:30 p.m.) en la oficina central de McAllen ISD (2000 N. 23rd St.).
Para obtener información sobre los servicios de comidas, consulte la página de comidas de McAllen ISD para conocer los sitios de comidas actualizadas en este enlace:
https://mcallenisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/page/mcallen-isd-meal-program\
Los eventos deportivos de Preparatoria (Varsity) de esta semana se llevarán a cabo según lo programado.
Es posible que se necesite un número limitado de empleados para responder a las instalaciones y otros problemas. Su supervisor continuará compartiendo mas información sobre los horarios de trabajo.
El distrito continuará monitoreando los pronósticos meteorológicos y publicará actualizaciones a medida que se necesiten cambios.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
ALERT: The District is receiving reports that there is a high probability power outages will continue throughout the night and tomorrow (Wednesday, February 17, 2021).
Therefore, McAllen ISD will be extending 100% remote instruction through tomorrow. At this point, our plan is to return to normal operating procedures on Thursday, February 18, 2021.
If your child is experiencing connectivity issues because of this, we understand. Rest assured that we will be flexible with his/her assignments during this time. Any McAllen ISD families needing hot spots for connectivity may pick them up TODAY (1:30-4 p.m.) or Wednesday (5-6:30 p.m.) at McAllen ISD Central Office (2000 N. 23rd St.).
Meal services will resume tomorrow, February 17, at select curbsides and bus routes. Please refer to the McAllen ISD meals page on the web for updated meal locations for February 17 at this link:
https://mcallenisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/page/mcallen-isd-meal-program.
Most staff will continue to work from home Wednesday. A limited number of employees may be needed to respond to facility and other issues. Information regarding work schedules will continue to be shared with them by their direct supervisor.
The district will continue monitoring weather forecasts and will post updates if any changes are needed.
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Martes, 16 de Febrero del 2021
ALERTA: El Distrito está recibiendo informes de que existe una alta probabilidad de que los cortes de energía continúen durante toda la noche y mañana (Miércoles 17 de Febrero del 2021).
Por lo tanto, McAllen ISD extenderá la instrucción remota al 100% hasta mañana. En este punto, nuestro plan es volver a los procedimientos operativos normales el Jueves 18 de Febrero del 2021.
Si su hijo tiene problemas de conectividad debido a esto, lo entendemos. Tenga la seguridad de que seremos flexibles con sus asignaciones durante este tiempo. Cualquier familia de McAllen ISD que necesite puntos de acceso para la conectividad puede recogerlos HOY (1:30-4 p.m.) o Miércoles (5-6:30 p.m.) en la oficina central de McAllen ISD (2000 N. 23rd St.).
Los servicios de comidas se reanudarán mañana, 17 de Febrero, en aceras y rutas de autobús seleccionadas. Consulte la página de comidas de McAllen ISD en la web para conocer los sitios de comidas actualizadas para el 17 de Febrero en este enlace:
https://mcallenisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/page/mcallen-isd-meal-program.
La mayoría del personal seguirá trabajando desde casa el Miércoles. Es posible que se necesite un número limitado de empleados para responder a las instalaciones y otros problemas. La información relacionada con los horarios de trabajo continuará siendo compartida con ellos por su supervisor directo.
El Distrito continuará monitoreando los pronósticos meteorológicos y publicará actualizaciones si se necesitan cambios.
Monday, February 15, 2021
ALERT UPDATE: Students who are dealing with power outages and/or do not have their district-issued devices with them are asked to reach out to their teacher(s) to make arrangements. Stay safe. Thank you.
Lunes, 15 de Febrero del 2021
ACTUALIZACIÓN DE ALERTA: Los estudiantes que están experimentando con cortes de energía y / o no tienen sus dispositivos proporcionados por el distrito con ellos deben comunicarse con su(s) maestro(s) para hacer arreglos. Mantengase salvos.
Our amazing third graders using social skills to present their projects today 🦄
Good morning Garza Community! Click the link below to see our KUNI83 NewSTEAM share our daily announcements.
https://youtu.be/eXEV-AuNzv8
Good morning Garza Community! Click the link below to see our KUNI83 NewSTEAM share our daily announcements.
https://youtu.be/T_omNR-YWDE
Library Reading Corner: Zen Pig
Book Talk by Dr. Avila, School Counselor
Project Mindful
Social Emotional Learning/ Empathy
Zen Pig teaches us to care for others, as much as we care for ourselves. For love is true wealth.
http://bit.ly/36ZWH5q
SuperTalk Episode 25: Special announcement from our McAllen ISD Superintendent Dr. J.A. Gonzalez airing at 6pm.
https://www.facebook.com/mcallenisd/videos/882520612546392/
Good morning Garza Community! Click the link below to see our KUNI83 NewSTEAM share our daily announcements.
https://youtu.be/OE0RSdWIXxo
Hello, Everyone!💕
This week begins Random Acts of Kindness Week. Join us as we celebrate with a collaborative school wide initiative with St. Jude Children Research Hospital.
It's a simple act of kindness sent with much love and empathy. Click the link to create and send a free Valentine’s Day Card. 🤗💗
https://bit.ly/3peHhk5
Xox, Dr. Avila 💕💗
Library Reading Corner: Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum helps us understand the importance of self-esteem and how a simple act of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life.
https://bit.ly/2Alyjxx
Message from Mrs. Potter:
Good Morning Parents 🌞,
Please remember to register for the 2021-2022 school year through your skyward family account. If you need assistance, please call the office or message me directly via dojo or email Ileana.potter@mcallenisd.net
We would really appreciate you completing this as soon as possible to plan accordingly for next year. I will reach out to you if your child’s registration is still pending completion. Thank you
Great job Unicorns!!!
Good morning Garza Community! Click the link below to see our KUNI83 NewSTEAM share our daily announcements.
https://youtu.be/WwDIUBsEWF4
Library Reading Corner:
Guest Reader: Dr. Avila, Garza School Counselor
Project Mindful
Social Emotional Learning/ Empathy
Plant a Kiss is a story of love, goodness and kindness. Join us as we celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week. 💕 Radiate positivity by being Y-O-U!
http://bit.ly/3p2KXVQ
Congrats to our top learning app users 💜🦄
Congrats to our top readers! Keep it up, unicorns!
Project Mindful: Let’s spread some kindness, unicorns!
Congratulations to our sweet 4th grader, Jie Laboriante, for being an alternate in today’s McAllen ISD Virtual Spelling Bee! We are so proud of you!!! Gooooo Jie! Goooo unicorns!
