STAR NEWS
Beaver Tech Family Newsletter
Week of 12/6/2024
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A word from your Proud Principal, Mrs. Garcia:
As we approach the final week of the semester, I want to take a moment to thank you for the support and partnership you’ve shown throughout this school year. This time of year can feel busy and stressful for everyone—students, families, and teachers alike—but it’s also an opportunity to reflect on the amazing progress and growth we’ve seen in our students.
We’re so fortunate to do the work we do as educators, and your children are at the heart of that. Watching them learn, grow, and overcome challenges is a privilege that inspires us daily.
As we wrap up the semester, please remind your child how proud we are of their efforts and encourage them to finish strong. Together, we’re building a foundation for their future success, and we couldn’t do it without your ongoing support.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community.
Let’s finish this semester on a high note!
Upcoming Dates:
12/ 2-12/20- Middle of the Year MAP testing window
12/12- Middle School Information Night- 5:30-6:30 PM
12/19- Honor Choir Program at 6:00 pm
12/20- Classroom Winter Parties
12/23- 1/6- Winter Break
1/7-Back to School
PTA Presents: Holiday Shop
December 16- December 18 during lunchtime!
Students are able to purchase gifts for the holidays with merchandise ranging from $ .25-$20.00!
Winter Parties
Friday, December 20 1:45-2:45pm
It is time to celebrate a semester of learning with our students and staff! We will be hosting Winter Parties on Friday , December 20 from 1:45 pm- 2:45pm. All parties will be at the same time. If you have multiple children, feel free to attend the different parties within that time.
If you would like to attend:
We ask that only 2 guests per student attend. Space in the classroom is VERY VERY limited. Please no more than 2 guests per student.
All guests will check in through the cafeteria and will wait in the cafeteria until classroom doors open at 1:45PM.
All guests need to exit the building and be off campus at 2:45pm in order to prepare for dismissal. All guests will be asked to leave using the nearest exit.
The playground is not open at 2:45pm for public use. Please do not stay to play. We need the playground area to be cleared for dismissal.
Please be mindful that there are over 570 students at Beaver. In order to accommodate an event that is enjoyable and safe for all, it requires that we work together. Our space on campus is very limited and we still have to have a safe dismissal after the parties.
Let's work together to make it a fun and enjoyable event for everyone!
❄️Winter Break
Tuesday, December 23- Monday, January 6
Students back to school on Tuesday, January 7
Hi, I am Mrs. PArker!
Hi, I am Mrs. PArker!
A message from your Assistant Principal
Check out these updates:
⭐ We continue to focus on the character trait integrity. We're talking to students daily about why it's important, to be honest and always do the right thing even when no one is watching.
⭐ The middle of the year MAP window for all students is December 2-December 20.
⭐ We have had a great semester! I have enjoyed seeing our Beaver Stars learning and growing!
Counselor Corner
-By Mrs. Sinclair
Gnome on the Roam
Gnome on the Roam
We have been talking with our students about INTEGRITY... doing the right thing because it's the right thing to do... even when no one is looking!
Be sure to talk with your students about what having integrity means. Here are some ways to help them understand:
Model integrity - Show your child how to be honest in your interactions and how to keep promises
Discuss values - talk about why being honest and trustworthy are important characteristics to have
Role playing - give your child scenarios and ask them what the right thing to do is in that scenario
Teach accountability - teach your child that everyone makes mistakes and we can show integrity by making things right and apologizing
Middle School information night
Middle School information night
If you were not able to attend our Middle School Information Night, don't worry!
Folders with student testing information and the choice of school process will be sent home with each student on Monday.
Here are the slides that we went over, in case you were not in attendance:
Feel free to email or call with any questions you have about the process or your child's options! I am here to help: alsincla@garlandisd.net or 972-494-8301, then press 3.
watch dogs
watch dogs
Ever wonder what your student's school day looks like? Come join them for a day of volunteering at Beaver Tech!
We have plenty of spots available for you to come and be a Watch DOG or Watch MOM!
Here's how to sign up:
Check your availability and sign up for a day to come at https://bit.ly/beaverwd24-25
Fill out your volunteer background check at least two weeks before at https://garlandisd.net/connect/volunteer/volunteer-application-process
We look forward to having you as a Watch DOG!
Something SPECIAL
-By the Specials Team
spotlight of the week: ART
spotlight of the week: ART
Information
Important Forms
Important Forms
Need to change how your child is dismissed?
Please contact the school to make dismissal changes by 2:30 pm. After 2:30 pm, changes may not be communicated to staff in time.
To make changes, please contact the Beaver office directly at 972-494-8301 or email beaverattendance@garlandisd.net to communicate the changes.
If you email your changes, please include the student's name, grade, and desired change.
Do NOT email changes to the teacher or use the Dojo app since they may not have time to check these during the day
December calendar
December calendar
Appreciation
Appreciation
Show some love!
Do you want to show a Beaver staff member some appreciation? Is there a staff member that you really appreciate or something about Beaver that you love?
Share it.
At Beaver, we believe in building a positive environment through appreciation.
Join us!
need someone?
need someone?
We are here to help!
Need a teacher or other staff? Staff emails
Need office staff?
Liz Sanchez- Office Aide- Esanchez2@garlandisd.net
Maria Flores- Data Clerk- MFlores2@garlandisd.net
Maria Robles- Principal Secretary - MRobles@garlandisd.net
Need the nurse? - Abby Drews- Adrews@garlandisd.net
Need the counselor? Amy Sinclair - alsincla@garlandisd.net
Need the assistant principal? Lindsey Parker - Lparker@garlandisd.net
Need the principal? Jehieli (Jay) Garcia- jcgarc02@garlandisd.net
Office hours: 7:30am-4:00pm
(972) 494-8301
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