2025-2026

News from the Nest ~ August 18 – 22

August 17, 2025 by melaniemorgan

Check out our newsletter, News from the Nest – Where families and learning take flight together.

Menchaca Spirit Shirt Fundraiser – Order Yours Today!

August 15, 2025 by melaniemorgan

Show your Cardinal pride! Our campus spirit shirts order forms are on the way.

Order: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/DFTY
Proceeds support classroom materials, student celebrations, and family events.

Thank you for supporting our students!

Track Your Child’s School Bus in Real Time

August 15, 2025 by melaniemorgan

Did you know you can track your child’s school bus in real time! 🚌📍

Parents and Guardians, we’d like to remind you of a helpful tool to make your mornings and afternoons a little easier! You can track your child’s school bus live to see exactly where it is at any moment.

It’s simple:

Visit: https://sites.google.com/southsideisd.org/transportationdepartment/samsara-gps-bus-links
Click on your child’s Bus Route button.
Instantly view your child’s bus location in real time.

No more wondering if the bus is around the corner or still on its way — you’ll have the latest updates at your fingertips!

Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts for Student Success

August 15, 2025 by webmaster

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

Establish Routines: Set consistent bedtimes and morning schedules to make getting to school on time easier.
Plan Ahead: Schedule medical appointments outside school hours whenever possible.
Stay Informed: Communicate with teachers and the school office if your child must be absent.
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.