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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.

Cardinal Spotlight – Mr. Esau Dominguez

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I’ve been woMr. Dominguezrking with Dual Language high school students for the past 3 years and have enjoyed each and every year. The Dual Language program is like a small family, the students have known and shared classrooms since elementary school. It amazes me how well they collaborate amongst themselves in both academic and social settings. I think it’s important for students to learn in their native language when given the opportunity; it helps them retain their culture and language. Most importantly they will be effective bilingual readers, speakers and writers giving them an advantage in higher education and the workplace.

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Sr. Esau Dominguez

Llevo 3 años trabajando con alumnos de Bachillerato de Doble Lengua y he disfrutado todos y cada uno de los años. El programa de Doble Lengua es como una pequeña familia, los estudiantes se conocen y comparten las aulas desde la escuela primaria. Me sorprende lo bien que colaboran entre ellos tanto en el ámbito académico como en el social. Creo que es importante que los alumnos aprendan en su lengua materna cuando se les da la oportunidad; les ayuda a conservar su cultura y su lengua. Lo más importante es que serán lectores, hablantes y escritores bilingües eficaces, lo que les dará una ventaja en la educación universida y en el trabajo.

Cardinals CARE – Antibullying Campaign

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Southside ISD is committed to all safety and security protocols and solutions. Cardinals CARE (C- Compassionate, A- Accepting, R – Respectful, and Empowered)  is an initiative inspired by parents, community members, students, security experts, and staff input. Southside ISD recently held a Safety and Security committee meeting where ideas and critiques were shared. Although we have many programs, protocols, and procedures in place, one of the district’s numerous efforts includes communicating ways to prevent harmful activities to all staff and students. The Cardinals CARE Campaign includes a robust marketing initiative of posters, videos, banners, and incentives to encourage our community to “See Something, Say Something.”  The entire program falls under the Stay Alert reporting and detection system the district already has. For more on the direct numbers and website for Stay Alert, Click here. 

Cardinals Care also includes a dress code policy that encourages unity and good behavior. The Cardinal VIP program is also part of the family of incentives that celebrates our outstanding and best-behaved cardinals. In the coming days, be on the lookout for messages from our cardinals on how you can help us all stay alert and safe.