The Toyota Motor Manufacturing Plant of Texas unveiled it’s all new 2022 Tundra and announced a $50,000 donation to Southside ISD. In its announcement, Toyota said It wants to expand access to STEM education and workforce development with a specific focus on San Antonio’s South Side. Southside ISD is one of six San Antonio-area school districts who will each receive the $50,000 donation. Additionally, Toyota also made a $100,000 donation to the San Antonio Food Bank which is a major partner of Southside ISD.
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A New Autumn Tradition at Heritage
On the Friday before Thanksgiving break, November 19, all of our students took part in a special Thanksgiving Field Day. Each grade level went to the gym during their Specials time. Students chose one of three events to compete in; Tape the Cowboy Hat on the Turkey, Three Legged Turkey Trot, or the Turkey Sack Race. They cheered each other on as they all participated. Next they worked together in a Tug of War against the other classes on their grade level. Their teachers weren’t left out of the fun, many of them took part in a Turkey Relay race ending with some pie in the face. Students earned ribbons, but more than that they had fun while showing good sportsmanship. We can’t wait to do this again next year!
Family Turkey Decorating Contest a Success!
This year Heritage brought back their annual Family Turkey Decorating Contest. A total of 316 posters were decorated by our students and their families; that’s almost 75% of our enrollment. Students in all grades participated and were excited to see what new turkey would be hung next. Classes took a turkey stroll through school to judge the winner of the “Student Choice” award while district administrators visited and judged the other winners. We want to say that we are so thankful for our PTO that traced all these turkeys and managed the contest along with all our families and their commitment to our school and students. It is all of you that made this such a fun experience for all; we are all winners because of it.
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New Southside Tradition: Lighting of the S Unites the Cardinal Community
The Southside ISD’s first Lighting of the S celebration turned into a large-scale and successful community event. Student groups from every campus marched in a parade that wound its way into Southside Stadium. Family and friends filled the home-side and cheered on the students. For their part, students waved to the cheering crowd and soaked up the excitement. The entire purpose of the Lighting of the S and parade was to showcase our students, highlight their accolades, and bring in the community. “Everyone from students, staff, and the community thoroughly enjoyed this event,” said Superintendent Mr. Rolando Ramirez. The night ended when the Southside High School Senior Class of 2022 took to the field and watched the S light up while the Mighty Cardinal Band played the Alma Mater. “One faculty member told me this should have happened years ago,” said Mr. Ramirez. The Lighting of the S is on the books to become an annual tradition at Southside ISD. Click here to see pictures.