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Volume 3 Edition 30
Notice from Ms. Sudan
Please see the attached letter from our Superitendent Ms. Sudan.
STAAR
STAAR is fast approaching. Please see the following dates for your childs STAAR tests.
Tuesday, April 16th is 3rd through 6th grade ELAR
Wednesday, April 17th is 7th, 8th, and English I EOC exam
Thursday, April 18th is English II EOC
Friday APril 19 th is a makeup day
Tuesday April 23 is 5th, 8th, and Biology EOC Exam
Wednesday April 24th is 8th and US History EOC exam
Thursday and Friday are makeup days
Tuesday, April 30th is 3rd through 6th grade Math
Wednesday, May 1st is 7th, 8th, and Algebra I EOC
Thursday and Friday are makeup days.
On your childs test date make sure they come to school with their Chromebook Charged the charger, lunch if they want it from home, water if they need it, and snacks.
College of Criminal Justice
Is your Scholar a high school student? Are they interested in a career in criminal justice? If so, please read this information from Sam Houston State University.
The Sam Houston State University College of Criminal Justice Summer Camp provides an opportunity for students to interact with leading law enforcement agencies (both state and federal), professors and current criminal justice students.
Campers also get hands-on experience and a behind the scenes look at what it means to work in law enforcement.
We highly recommend students interested in a criminal justice career sign up for our 2024 Summer Camp!
Session 1: June 9th - 13th
Session 2: June 23rd - June 27th
Session 3: July 7th - 11th
For more information or to complete an application visit:
www.shsu.edu/cjsummer
EB Summer Program
Fort Worth Zoo
Our Prek - 4 through 2nd grade went to teh Fort Worth Zoo yesterday. Be on the lookout for pictuers next week.
immunizations
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We hope this email finds you well. We are reaching out to inform you of an upcoming opportunity for your child to receive free immunizations through Parkland Health. These immunizations are crucial for safeguarding your child's health and well-being, and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity if your child meets the eligibility criteria outlined below:
Eligibility Requirements:
Your child must be 19 years of age or younger (No exceptions).
Your child must be of American Indian or Alaskan Native descent.
Your child must be enrolled in Medicaid or have no health insurance.
Children under 18 years of age MUST have parental consent forms signed and present the child’s immunization record.
Please note that we cannot administer vaccines to a child who has commercial (private) health insurance.
In order for Parkland to provide these services, they require a minimum of 30 registered children with signed consent forms. Therefore, it is essential that you express your interest promptly if you wish to participate. Once we have the required amount of registered children they will provide us with a date and time.
If your child meets the eligibility criteria and you are interested in availing of this opportunity, please email us at registrars@manaraacademy.org with the following information:
Your child's full name
Your child's age
Confirmation of eligibility (Medicaid enrollment or no health insurance)
Acknowledgement that you will provide signed consent forms and your child's immunization record. I will then email you the forms or you can come to campus to fill them out.
We understand the importance of immunizations in protecting your child's health, and we are committed to ensuring that every eligible child receives the care they need.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact us at registrars@manaraacademy.org or call us 972-304-1155 ext: 900.
Thank you,
Admissions Team.
Autism Awareness Shirt
We are in the process of organizing our Annual Autism Awareness Activities for the month of April. If you would like to have an autism Awareness shirt from Manara Academy, please use the link below to order one.
Communication from Ms. Sudan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we enter the season of prevalent illnesses, we want to emphasize the importance of maintaining good health for both your child's well-being and their academic success. We understand that the increased risk of illness can be concerning, and we are committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment for all students.
Here are some key points and advice to help ensure the wellness of our students while also promoting regular school attendance:
Health Hygiene Practices:
Remind your child to practice good hygiene habits, such as frequent handwashing with soap and water.
Provide them with hand sanitizers to use when soap and water are not readily available.
Stay Informed:
Stay informed about prevalent illnesses in your community and follow any guidance or recommendations from local health authorities.
Keep an eye on your child's health and be proactive in addressing any symptoms or signs of illness.
Vaccinations:
Ensure that your child's vaccinations are up-to-date, as this is a crucial step in preventing the spread of certain illnesses.
Adequate Rest and Nutrition:
Encourage a healthy lifestyle by ensuring your child gets enough sleep and eats a balanced diet rich in vitamins and nutrients.
Communication with School:
If your child is unwell, please communicate with the school as soon as possible. This allows us to support your child's academic needs and helps prevent the potential spread of illness to others.
Make-Up Work and Support:
In the event that your child needs to miss school due to illness, we are committed to providing make-up work and additional support to help them catch up on missed lessons.
Prioritize Regular Attendance:
Regular school attendance is crucial for academic success. Students who attend consistently are better equipped to stay on track with the curriculum and engage in the learning process.
Additionally, Manara wishes to remind parents about the importance of following the school absence policies in the event your child does become ill. Illness is an excused absence from school when documented in some manner by the parent. Excessive illness will require documentation from a clinic or a doctor's note. Unexcused absences - undocumented absences can add up toward truancy. Even partial day absences count as truancy absences so we want our families to be informed about the state definition of truancy. This informational video can explain more about truancy as we balance that information with prioritizing your child's wellness.
We understand that each child's health needs are unique, and we are here to work collaboratively with you to ensure the well-being of all our students. Our primary goal is to create a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters both health and academic success.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to the health and education of your child along with the commitment to attendance. Be well Manara Families!
Sincerely,
Denise Sudan, Superintendent
Uniforms
School uniforms are a required item for all scholars. If you have not ordered your uniform for the upcoming that needs to be done. If you have ordered them and they are not here yet send an email to your child’s teacher showing that you have ordered the uniforms and send your child to school in a navy blue or gray Polo Pants are to be dress pants and not jeans, sweatpants, or leggings. Students must wear closed toe shoes. Not crocs or sandals or house shoes. Cultural dress for students must be in navy blue or gray as well. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher as well as reference the family handbook found here.
French toast: Uniforms The school code is QS616AR
East Essence: Cultural Dress Must be Navy Blue or Gray
Health Update
Good Morning Manara Families,
I hope this message finds you well and in good health. I am writing to inform you that we have a few reports of illness upon our return from break. Unfortunately, there has been an increase in the number of individuals testing positive for the Covid virus.
It is essential to prioritize the health and safety of our school community, and we want to keep you informed about any changes that may impact our daily operations and of course, primarily you and your health. It is optional, but students are allowed to mask if they should begin to feel symptomatic and are unsure if they're becoming ill or optionally mask as a form of prevention. Hand washing, hand sanitizing, masking, social distancing and staying home when ill continue to be our best forms of prevention with the spread of any illnesses during the months where illnesses are more prevalent.
As a precautionary step, we urge you to remain vigilant and adhere to recommended health guidelines. Please encourage your children to practice hand washing, and covering mouths when sneezing or coughing. Additionally, we ask that you monitor your child and family members who may exhibit symptoms or express concerns related to COVID-19.
If you haven't ordered your free at home Covid Test kits you may do so here:
If you don't have test kits available to you, you can search by zipcode of places that offer Covid Testing at no cost to you here:
Free COVID Testing Centers by ZipCode Search
We understand that this is a challenging time, and we appreciate your ongoing dedication to the well-being of our students and staff. If you or your child does become ill, follow the advice of your health care professional. The current recommendation is as follows:
If you test positive for COVID-19, stay home for at least 5 days and isolate yourself from others in your home.
You are likely most infectious during these first 5 days.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment. Take care everyone!
Added Day School Year (ADSY)
Please see the attached flyer concerning our ADSY (Added Day School Year) summer program. If you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Youssef.
Lifetouch
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ESL YouTube channel
Do not forget to check out our Youtube channel for information concerning our ESL department
Manara App
Downloading the Manara Academy App will help us stay connected. We will celebrate good news, share accomplishments, deadlines and events. Did you know you can set the app to your preferred language by going to settings and selecting your language choice? Great news Manara! We are making strides for improvement every day!
