Principal Update

I hope the long Labor Day weekend left you recharged and ready for the week ahead. It was great seeing our Mountain Lions this morning. Many were eager to say hello to their friends and share about their weekend.

Today brings feelings of solidarity as we unite to support the Uvalde community on their first day back to school. Last May, I shared a letter to the Mills community outlining how our school district and campus will support any student or staff member during this difficult event. Today (and throughout the year), our counselors and district staff members are still committed to provide support for any individual in need.

Many students will not have discussed this tragedy at home and it is not for us (teachers/school staff) to share this news. However, any Mountain Lion who does come to school with questions or concerns will be supported by our teachers and counselors. Please reach out to our school counselors, Elise Edwards and Linda Whatley, for additional family resources or questions on how to navigate family conversations at home with your child.

In last week's update, I shared that September is parent conference month. Our teachers should be providing information to you on signing up for a conference slot. Whether your preference is in person or via Zoom, we hope to connect with 100% of our families!

Additionally, I am also aware of the graffiti (found on campus and in the neighborhood) reported from concerned families. We are in communication with Austin ISD police and they are aware of the situation. I have asked for additional patrol in the area. Please continue to report any unsafe or suspicious activity to the school, campus police department, and Austin PD.

Thank you for your steadfast support of our wonderful Mills community. Each of us plays an enormous role in making Mills a grrrreat place to learn and grow. #BetterTogetherAtMills

Respectfully,

Angela Frageman

September is Parent Conference Month

September 7: Library Volunteer Meeting, 10:30am, Mills Library

September 10: Dirt Club Workday on campus, 9am-12pm

Looking Ahead:

September 11: Remembrance Day/Patriot Day

September 12: Campus Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting via Zoom 3:30pm

Sept 12- TX-KEA Testing Window Opens (all Kindergarten students)

September 15- Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off (9/15-10/15)

September 16- 2nd Grade Dieciseis de Septiembre Performances

September 21: Fall Pictures

October 3- 13: Short Cycle Assessments #1 Grades 3-5 (Math, Reading, Science)

October 3-7: Custodian Appreciation Week

October 5- PTA General Meeting & Principal Coffee, 3:30pm Library

October 7: Elementary Early Release at 1:30pm

October 14- Student Holiday; Staff Professional Development Day

October 24- Apex Fundraiser Kickoff

October 24-October 28 Red Ribbon Week

November 2- Principal Coffee (HSR Family Orientation)

Principal Update (smore.com)

RAVE–Recognizing All Valuable Employees | Austin ISD

Come and help us keep our campus beautiful! The more hands the merrier! We will be clearing brush and picking up litter on Saturday, Sept 10 from 9am-12pm. Thanks for supporting our school!

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller