Monday May 10th is College Spirit Day and "P.E. with Me!" at Rayburn!!! Wear your favorite college or university gear and join us virtually with Coach Morales during your kid's P.E. time. We hope to see you there!
Blasting off for Teacher Appreciation Week at Rayburn Elementary!!šššš Our teachers are OUT OF THIS WORLD! @mcallenisd
Rayburn Rockets, next week is Teacher Appreciation week! Please help us and take some time to send a SHOUT OUT to your child's teacher on this link to send them some positive affirmations: https://padlet.com/clarissa_partid/fjwgrjx3whstbuc9
A lot of families are struggling with stress and health issues or have just gotten off track with routines at home. Join us TONIGHT on zoom for this informative session on health & wellness for your family. We are in it together! (Get the link from your teacher!)
Dr. Gonzalez and Mrs. Bridgette Vieh joined our staff to celebrate being recognized as a Texas Honor Roll School! š§”ššššš§”
Rayburn Summer Reading and Math Academies!! See your parent email for more information and registration link.
What a great way to arrive to school today! Thank you Rayburn PTO! We are Proud Rayburn Rockets!! #TexasHonorRollšš
Is your child ready for PK or Kinder next year? Join us for an information session tonight at 6:00pm to learn more. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FkH-3s1gbNIOaYwka45WQF2V7nWgDBru_rR4Ik-iCHs/viewform?edit_requested=true @mcallenisd
El Proyecto CampeĆ³n
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Is your child ready for PreKinder or Kinder? Join us for a parent information session to learn more! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FkH-3s1gbNIOaYwka45WQF2V7nWgDBru_rR4Ik-iCHs/viewform?edit_requested=true
Parents, join us virtually tomorrow morning for "Wellness Wednesday" as we discuss exercise that can benefit both your physical and mental wellbeing.
McAllen ISD needs your help.
Please join us for a Thought Exchange (Focus Areas 3 & 4 of The Champion Project) as we prepare for 2021-2022.
https://fb.watch/4RpdV2ZieT/
Focus Area 3: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/434810425
Focus Area 4: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/799982787
We are excited to have the McHi band here next week for our STAAR Pep Rally!
Your opinion counts! IF you haven't done so already, fill out the Rayburn parent survey for the 2020-2021 school year before 5 pm today! We carefully review your responses to make changes for next year! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DXS7L3B
Check out our April parent newsletter! https://www.smore.com/2xazd
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: DespuĆ©s de mucha reflexiĆ³n y consideraciĆ³n, McAllen ISD cancelarĆ” todas las clases del MiĆ©rcoles a Viernes (17-19 de Febrero del 2021) esta semana.
Con crecientes informes de familias que experimentan cortes de energĆa, escasez de agua y combustible que ya se cuentan por miles, McAllen ISD tomĆ³ esta decisiĆ³n teniendo en cuenta los mejores intereses de la comunidad, ya que muchas familias estĆ”n luchando con estos desafĆos.
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 MiƩrcoles (5-6:30 p.m.) en la oficina central de McAllen ISD (2000 N. 23rd St.).
Para obtener informaciĆ³n sobre los servicios de comidas, consulte la pĆ”gina 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 llevarĆ”n a cabo segĆŗn lo programado.
Es posible que se necesite un nĆŗmero limitado de empleados para responder a las instalaciones y otros problemas. Su supervisor continuarĆ” compartiendo mas informaciĆ³n sobre los horarios de trabajo.
El distrito continuarĆ” monitoreando los pronĆ³sticos meteorolĆ³gicos y publicarĆ” 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 estĆ” recibiendo informes de que existe una alta probabilidad de que los cortes de energĆa continĆŗen durante toda la noche y maƱana (MiĆ©rcoles 17 de Febrero del 2021).
Por lo tanto, McAllen ISD extenderĆ” la instrucciĆ³n remota al 100% hasta maƱana. 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 MiƩrcoles (5-6:30 p.m.) en la oficina central de McAllen ISD (2000 N. 23rd St.).
Los servicios de comidas se reanudarĆ”n maƱana, 17 de Febrero, en aceras y rutas de autobĆŗs seleccionadas. Consulte la pĆ”gina 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 mayorĆa del personal seguirĆ” trabajando desde casa el MiĆ©rcoles. Es posible que se necesite un nĆŗmero limitado de empleados para responder a las instalaciones y otros problemas. La informaciĆ³n relacionada con los horarios de trabajo continuarĆ” siendo compartida con ellos por su supervisor directo.
El Distrito continuarĆ” monitoreando los pronĆ³sticos meteorolĆ³gicos y publicarĆ” 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
ACTUALIZACIĆN DE ALERTA: Los estudiantes que estĆ”n experimentando con cortes de energĆa y / o no tienen sus dispositivos proporcionados por el distrito con ellos deben comunicarse con su(s) maestro(s) para hacer arreglos. Mantengase salvos.
SuperTalk Episode 25: Special announcement from our McAllen ISD Superintendent Dr. J.A. Gonzalez airing at 6pm.
https://www.facebook.com/mcallenisd/videos/882520612546392/
Read here to stay up to date on the most current information regarding Gifted and Talented Identification and Services during Covid-19 for the 2020-2021 school year.
https://5il.co/oqcp