District News

Heritage Elementary Earns Gold Star Recognition from Children at Risk

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Congratulations to Mrs. Elise Puente and the entire Heritage Elementary team for earning a Gold Star rating and being recognized as one of the top elementary campuses in San Antonio by Children at Risk! This prestigious distinction highlights campuses demonstrating exceptional performance and commitment to student success — and Heritage is proudly among them.

The list of San Antonio-area elementary schools receiving this honor is shared below, and we are thrilled to see Heritage represented among the very best.

This recognition is a testament to the dedication, teamwork, and passion that our staff brings to students each and every day. We remain committed to ensuring that all Southside ISD campuses reach this level of excellence. Step by step, we are moving forward together.

You can read the full article here.

Superintendent Meets with Student Leaders

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The Southside ISD superintendent, Rolando Ramirez, met with the Heritage Student Leaders yesterday. He encouraged them to inspire their peers to do well on upcoming assessments because they will be rewarded. They also discussed other items about our school and he answered questions they had. It is nice to see a “Top Boss” taking the time to talk with his students, thank you!

Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts for Student Success

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Welcome to another exciting school year at Southside ISD. It is wonderful to have all of our students back in the classroom. Providing a high quality education is of the utmost importance at Southside ISD. We believe school success goes hand and hand with good attendance. 

Southside ISD, believes that consistent attendance is one of the most important factors in a student’s academic and social success. When students are present and engaged, they build the skills, relationships, and knowledge needed to thrive both in school and beyond. Missing school—even just a few days—can have a lasting impact.

Why Attendance Is Important

  • Academic Growth: Students who attend school regularly are more likely to keep up with lessons, participate in class discussions, and master essential skills.
  • Social Connection: Being in school every day helps students develop friendships, teamwork, and communication skills.
  • Future Readiness: Regular attendance builds habits that prepare students for college, careers, and life after graduation.

How Families Can Help

  1. Establish Routines: Set consistent bedtimes and morning schedules to make getting to school on time easier.
  2. Plan Ahead: Schedule medical appointments outside school hours whenever possible.
  3. Stay Informed: Communicate with teachers and the school office if your child must be absent.
  4. Monitor Attendance: Review attendance regularly in the parent portal to ensure accuracy.

Every school day is an opportunity for learning, growth, and connection. Let’s work together to make sure every student is present, engaged, and on the path to success—because in Southside ISD, every day truly counts.

Heritage Elementary Recognized on the ERP Honor Roll for Academic Excellence

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We are proud to announce that Heritage Elementary has been named to the prestigious Educational Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll for our outstanding academic achievement and student success. This honor places us among the top 12% of public schools in Texas!

For the tenth year, ERP has recognized schools that demonstrate consistently high academic performance, improvement over time, and efforts to close achievement gaps. Our school was selected based on student achievement data from the 2022-2024 academic years, without having to apply — our results spoke for themselves!

This recognition is a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our students, teachers, and the entire school community. We are grateful for the ongoing support from our parents and look forward to continuing our commitment to academic excellence.

For more details, visit the ERP Honor Roll website at www.edresults.org/honor-roll.