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The Branch

A Monthly Newsletter from RootEd

The BranchA Monthly Newsletter from RootEd

New Beginnings

January brings new hope, new joy and new beginnings. Students are learning new things. Virtual students are coming back to campus. Teachers are refreshed after a holiday break.

It is exciting to see our schools putting on virtual tours and info nights. That brings new students and new opportunities. There is a light to the new year.

Event Information

Neighborhood School Info Night

Register HERE


Please send to any parents interested in your schools or districts!

When?

Monday, Feb 1, 2021, 07:30 PM

87th Legislation Session Opens!

Scholarship Opportunity!


RootEd is very excited to announce that for the first time, RootEd is fundraising to create up to five college scholarships for high school seniors from RootEd schools. The student applicant must be a senior in good standing from NISD, NEISD, Southside ISD, Harlandale ISD, SWISD, ECISD, Floresville ISD or Alamo Heights ISD to apply.


Will you help make a difference in someone's life and make a donation towards a scholarship?

RootEd is a 501c3 grassroots organization and your donation is tax deductible.

There are three ways to donate:


  1. Easiest way to donate is through Venmo - @RootEdSA with 'college scholarship' in the memo.
  2. You can donate on our website: Donate – RootEd (proudlyrooted.com)
  3. Checks are definitely welcome and can be mailed to


14019 Gray Wing St.

San Antonio, TX 78231


Any amount is appreciated and will make an impact. Please direct any questions to sofia@proudlyrooted.com

School Choice Week

School choice week was this week and we wanted to make sure everyone knew how we felt about it!!

Noteworthy

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What's in Soil?

Thoughtful post by Tuscany Elem in NEISD. They posted that their 1st graders learned about soil, using their outdoor garden. It was a perfect post to show parents the garden opportunities and how they use them in a such a smart way.


#RootEdTuscanyHeights #RootEdNEISD

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English Rhetoric

Great post from Wood MS in NEISD. It was a smart way to show off curriculum being used in their English department. These 8th grade students were using after-school time to work on rhetorical appeals. Very impressive!


#RootEdWood #RootEdNEISD

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Volunteer Recognition

Brandeis HS RootEd Rep, Roxie, recognized her crosswalk volunteer on social media. RootEd loves bringing our community together and this is a great example of something special that is only in our neighborhood schools. Thank you for sharing, Roxie!!


#RootEdBrandeis #RootEdNISD

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Outdoor Enrichment

Students at McAuliffe MS worked together to create an outdoor quiet space. A great post showing what their students are capable of and fun things in store for the school in their outdoor space. Great use of hashtags, too!


#RootEdMcAuliffe #RootEdSWISD

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Last Game

Love this post from IKE Rep, Elizabeth. It was her child's last basketball game drop off. She cheered on her school and also showed other parents how cute the school is in her post. Great pic, Elizabeth!!


#RootEdIKE #RootEdNEISD

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Working On Campus and Virtual

This is a great post from Ms. Ramirez at Rawlinson MS in NISD. Such a good way to do an art project for both her on campus and virtual students. Great post, great pics, great project and great hashtags!!!


#RootEdRawlinson #RootEdNISD

RootEd out in the Community

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RootEd Book Club

We had such a good time chatting with the authors of A Wolf at the Schoolhouse Door. What a cool opportunity!
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Hobby Helpers

Check out our Hobby Rep, Kathy, working hard to fill bags of food for those in need at her school.


#RootEdHobby #RootEdNEISD

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RootEd Swag

Need a RootEd Rep for your school?

Does your school have a RootEd Rep? We are having a RootEd Rep Blitz right now! We want all of our schools represented with parents who are already cheerleaders for their schools, who want to learn more about the ins and outs of public education and who are willing to use their time to fight for your school. The Reps are getting a swag bag and are being entered into a drawing for cool prizes!!


Use this link to send to the parent who would be a great RootEd Rep for your school: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVFh2Fq8fSIla32CZlxre2FhVXcOuO68OMa3TsSOgs1-LGiw/viewform?usp=sf_link

RootEd Podcast Discussion Group

Ready to dive into some podcasts that either may get you fired up or ruffled about public education?


Come listen with us!!


https://www.facebook.com/groups/rootedpodcastdiscussion

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About RootEd

RootEd is a parent-led, grassroots organization that promotes neighborhood public schools through storytelling, advocacy, and education. We believe a strong public school system for all children creates a robust economy and well-connected community. RootEd is a 501(c)3 non profit organization.


For past newsletters: https://www.smore.com/u/rooted

Email: info@proudlyrooted.com
Website: www.proudlyrooted.com
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Phone: (210) 617-0824
Facebook: facebook.com/RootEdTexas
Twitter: @RootEdSA