March 4, 2025
Dear Davis Families,
It has been a whirlwind few weeks and here we are already in March. It was great seeing many of you at the Big To-Do on Saturday. Huge thanks to the Big To-Do team for putting together such a spectacular event! This week I, along with five Davis teachers, will be attending SXSWedu to learn more about emerging research and innovative practices in education. We’re looking forward to incorporating what we learn to enhance teaching and learning at Davis. With only eight more school days until Spring Break, we’ll continue to make the most of every day and sprinkle in some special events along the way!
GREATER AUSTIN REGIONAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR: CONGRATULATIONS DAVIS STUDENTS!
On February 22, ten of our 3rd-5th grade students represented Davis at the Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair (GARSEF). We are so proud of all of these students for their hard work and great showing at GARSEF! See results below for all students.
1st Place Ribbon: Harlen M. (3rd), Dahlia H. (4th), Davis M. (4th), Jae E. (5th)
2nd Place Ribbon: Nyle F. (3rd), Molly B. (5th), Clark G. (5th), Brandon P. (5th)
3rd Place Ribbon: Ali P. (3rd), Ella R. (3rd)
Special shoutout to Nyle F. in 3rd grade. In addition to his 2nd place ribbon, he was awarded the Dell Medical School Future Health Leader Award for his project!
CAC MEETING RESCHEDULED (AGAIN) TO NEXT TUESDAY
Our March CAC meeting has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, March 11, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This is a change from the previous rescheduled date, so please update your calendars accordingly.
PROSPECTIVE FAMILY INFO SESSION & TOUR
Do you know someone who is considering enrolling at Davis? We will be hosting a Prospective Family Info Session & Tour on Tuesday, March 25, 5:30-6:30pm. In this session, we’ll share information about Davis programs, take a tour of the campus, and take time to answer questions. We’ll also have a few parents on hand to share information from the parent perspective. Please spread the word to anyone and everyone you know!
TOOLS FOR SUCCESS- MARCH INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS
Austin ISD’s Tools for Success (TFS) is a series of virtual sessions to empower families to learn more about Austin ISD services, programs, and community resources. The March Virtual Tools for Success Sessions will cover topics including SAFE Services, The Center For Child Protection Programs, The Science Behind the Adolescent Brain, Pastrana & García Injury Law Services, and the bank RBFCU services. All workshops are in English and Spanish. For other languages, attendees may request interpretation via Zoom registration, with 72-hour notice. https://bit.ly/4h5WYVl
AUSTIN ISD SPECIAL EDUCATION INCLUSION WORKGROUP
Austin ISD Special Education is developing an Inclusion Workgroup that fosters equitable and inclusive educational environments for students with disabilities. This group will comprise family and community members, campus administrators, teachers, teacher assistants, and speech & related services providers. Members will collaborate to assess current inclusive practices, identify areas for growth, and implement strategies to support students effectively. Monthly meetings will begin in April and continue through the 2025-2026 school year (no meetings during the summer months). If you want to join this group, please complete the AISD Special Education Inclusion Workgroup Application by Friday, March 7th, 2025. Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBx-aGVC9e3WegZkZ3eADE0IyllxlBJg4QNHOmqvJt6lDAgA/viewform
UPCOMING EVENTS
March 3-7
School Social Worker Appreciation Week
3/3, 9:00-11:30am: Young People's Concert Field Trip (4th, 5th)
3/4, 8am-12pm: Litter Lifeline Lesson in Class (3rd)
3/6, 9:15-10:00am: Austin Jazz Workshop (3rd-5th), cafeteria
3/7, 9:00-9:45am: ECSE Circus
3/8, 12-4pm: Spring Plant Sale @ Davis- Support the Meadow!
March 10-14
3/10: Safety Drills- Shelter/Evacuation
3/11, 3:30-4:30pm: CAC Meeting
3/12, 9am-1pm: Crowe's Nest Farm Field Trip (K)
3/12, 9:15am-12:30pm: Austin Nature & Science Center Field Trip (PK)
3/13, 8am-12pm: Keep Austin Beautiful Service Project (3rd)
3/13, 9:30am-12:00pm: CBI Field Trip (Life Skills)
3/13, 10:55am-12:45pm: Golden Dolphin Lunch on Stage
3/13, 3:00-4:30pm: Kona Ice Spirit Event @ Schroeter Park
3/14: Student Holiday
March 17-21: Spring Break
March 24-28
3/25, 5:30-6:30pm: Prospective Family Info Session & Tour
3/27, 9:30am-12:00pm: Life Skills CBI Field Trip
3/27, 6:30-7:30pm: PTA Meeting
Thank you for being a part of Davis!
Jenny Daniels
Principal, Davis Elementary
GRATITUDE NOTES TO DAVIS TEACHERS & STAFF
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ-BvnE-u2Z2H9bZLVtlxxs-DR53zFtg_or0VQzNdt_87ZxA/viewform?usp=sf_link
AISD RAVE RECOGNITION
https://www.austinisd.org/hc/aisd-employee-experience/rave