September 16, 2019 Superintendent M essage

THOUGHTS FROM DR. BALLDear Judson ISD Team:

Hope each of you had a great weekend. I think just about everyone has a hero, idol, or someone to look up to and respect. I certainly have someone I think is amazing, Bryce Wisdom. Bryce is a junior at Judson High School who is one amazing young man. This past spring his life changed dramatically as the phrase, ?fighting for your life?, took on a new and profound meaning. Bryce was diagnosed with Stage 2 Kidney Cancer. He spent last spring recovering from surgery that removed his right kidney, which effectively ended his football career. He weathered a grueling battery of 11 chemotherapy treatments in 19 weeks and was ready to live life cancer free. But that was before he received the news just last week that cancer was found in his liver as well as the spot where his right kidney was removed.

When you see Bryce and hear him talk, you see his courage, determination, and will to fight like never before. This young man knows what it means to fight for his life? as a baby he was even born with the challenges of being premature.

There are times when as adults, we forget how precious life is and we forget that we cannot take life or our blessings for granted. Bryce has reminded me of the need to be thankful and appreciate the blessings in life. We all fall into the trap of negativity and wrestle with the ability to enjoy life and give 100%. However, when I see Bryce doing it, there is no reason why we all can't be our best selves. Bryce has courage, does not give up, enjoys every moment, and knows the importance of loving, living, and laughing because nothing is promised. I ask that you join me in praying for Bryce and his family.

Bryce, I want you to know that we are praying for you. We are all behind you! WE LOVE AND SUPPORT YOU. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey and allowing us to learn from you what it means to be a hero! You are teaching us so much, and for that, we will always be thankful to have you as a Judson Rocket.

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Bryce on t he sideline dur ing a recent gam e.

Joining his t eam m at es dur ing a pregam e coin t oss

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JISD 's Top Business Par tner s H onored

School districts need the support of not only parents and students, but the business world as well. There is a group of business partners that have been long-time supporters of Judson ISD. These are organizations that have helped the district and our students at so many levels. JISD, in partnership with TASB, the Texas Association of School Boards, wanted to pause for a moment to say thank you to these businesses that have shown the most support over time. The board and district administration hosted a special reception at the Culinary Arts Dining Room at the ERC that included some delicious hors d'oeuvres and wonderful music from a small group of Wagner Orchestra students. The businesses were also formally recognized at the regular meeting of the Judson ISD Board of Trustees. Judson Education Foundation President and Converse Mayor Al Suarez was on hand as well to offer a special thank you and a commemorative coin from the City of Converse as a token of appreciation.

- Alamo Insurance- Edgenuity- Bandy Constructors- PBK- Stantec- RBFCU- SAMCO- Frost- HTS- Walsh Gallegos

SPECIAL NOTE: The floral arrangements for this event were the creation of the Judson HS Floral Design program

Is there someone you see or work with that you look up to

as a example of working well with others and going the extra mile for students, parents and staff? That 's what we call a great candidate for

JISD Employee of the Month. We want to

know about it. The deadline is

JISD Board Accepting Applications for

District 4 Vacancy The Judson ISD Board of Trustees accepted the resignat ion of Board Secretary Jose Macias, Jr. during its regular meet ing on September 12, 2019. Mr. Macias has been appointed to serve an unexpired term on the Alamo Colleges Board, so he submit ted his let ter of resignat ion to the JISD Board. Mr. Macias was f irst elected to the District 4 seat in 2010. As a result of this vacancy, the JISD Board of Trustees begins the process of f illing Mr. Macias' unexpired term.

Applicat ions for appointment to f ill the unexpired term of Board of Trustee posit ion District 4 will be accepted unt il September 23, 2019, at 9 a.m. The Board of Trustees is seeking applicat ions to f ill the vacant t rustee posit ion for District 4. Applicat ions may be submit ted to Betty Holmes, Secretary to the Board of Trustees, Judson Independent School District , 8012 Shin Oak Dr., Live Oak, Texas 78233, unt il 9:00 a.m. on September 23, 2019. Applicat ions received af ter this date/t ime will not be considered. The applicat ion form is available on our website or in the Superintendent?s Of f ice and must be fully completed and notarized. Applicat ions submit ted electronically, including email applicat ions, cannot be accepted. Applicants must reside within District 4 and meet certain eligibility requirements as stated in the applicat ion. The selected applicant will serve the unexpired term unt il a general elect ion is held in May 2021.

Below is the t imeline for this process.

- September 13, 2019 - Open Applicat ions- September 23, 2019 - Close Applicat ions at 9 a.m.- September 23, 2019 - Special Board Meet ing to screen candidates, 6:00 p.m. - October 1, 2019 - Candidate Interviews, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.- October 2, 2019 - Candidate Interviews, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.- October 10, 2019 - Regular Board Meet ing, 6:00 pm, Appoint and swear in new

Board Member

For more informat ion, call 210- 945- 5101.

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Dist r ict 4 Boundary MapPr int Out -Fil l Out Applicat ion (English)

Pr int Out -Fil l Out Applicat ion (Spanish)

Jose Macias, Jr.

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Remembering the tragic events of September 11, 2001, is difficult for many. But there were many individuals to remember from that infamous day that represent a reason for unity in our country. One of those who died on that day was 1979 Judson graduate LTC Karen Wagner who was serving in the Pentagon when it was attacked. Students and administration from Wagner High School and Judson ISD gathered at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery to honor her life and sacrifice. The ceremony included thoughts from Wagner students and Principal Mary Duhart-Toppen. It concluded with a traditional wreath-laying and the playing of taps by Wager Band members.

JECA's Voelcker ScholarsMiranda Gonzales, Victoria Davila, and

Gabriella Montemayor, students at Judson

Early College Academy, were three of fifteen

high school students from the entire San

Antonio area accepted into the Voelcker

Biomedical Research Academy (VBRA) in their

respective cohorts at the University of Texas

Health Science Center San Antonio

(UTHSCSA).

The VBRA is a  2-year summer research

program lasting for 7 weeks each summer.

The VBRA provides 15 San Antonio rising

juniors with a rigorous biomedical research,

educational and college preparatory

experience.

9/11, A lw ays Remember

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More Phot os

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Str ategical ly Plann ing For T h e Fu tu r e

Planning in a strategic way is a critical element of success. Whether you run a business, a school district, or simply want to overcome a challenge in life. Judson ISD is coming together to plan out the next five years in a thoughtful and intentional way. The Steering Committee recently met in the Board Room to really distill down what some of the big issues are now

and which are emerging that will be pivotal in JISD being successful and moving forward. It was a mix of community members and JISD staff and students that offered their unique perspective on where we are and where we can go.

It was a stimulating and revealing chain of discussions that will help the Action Committee see what the next steps will be and how they can be accomplished successfully. We want to thank everyone for their contributions and in the coming weeks and months you'll be hearing more and more about what the future looks like for Judson ISD.

It 's time to open up nominations for the Judson ISD Hall of Honor. As you may know, there are actually two Halls of Honor - Athletic and Civic. Both are equally important and seek to recognize those who have achieved and reflected a positive example of what Judson ISD is all about.

So go ahead and send in your nomination for either an Athletic or Civic candidate. Just click on one of the links below and fill out the electronic form. The inductees will be formally announced at the Judson Education Foundation Gala in January of 2020.

CLICK HERE FOR ATHLETIC HALL FORM

CLICK HERE FOR CIVIC HALL FORM

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On Friday, October 25th JISD Athletics is hosting its annual Dig For A Cure Volleyball Game for breast cancer awareness. The game will be hosted at Wagner HS vs. Veterans Memorial at 6:15 p.m. The match will include a pregame, ceremony remembering those who have lost their struggle and those still fighting. Each year the event benefits the Texas Wings Organization. CLICK FOR T-SHIRT FORM

JISD Hall of Honor Nominations Open

Dig For A

C UR E

Ret ired Coach/Teacher Jim m y Dykes accept ing his induct ion int o t he JISD Hall of Honor at JEF Gala 2019

One of t he biggest events of t he year in Judson I SD is being planned and organized and we want you to be a part of it . I t 's t he annual Wobble N' Gobble 5K Fun Run and Thanksgiving Feast .

Regist rat ion for t he race is already underway and the numbers look to be bigger this year after a successful inaugural run last year.

And of course, t here's the Gobble part ...The Thanksgiving Communit y Feast . Click on the link below.

HERE'S THE FLYERSIGN UP FORM

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Sign Up For The

J E F W obbl e n ' G obbl e

Cal endar

Oct ober 11Th

Oct ober 10t h

Professional Development Day-

Ear ly Student Release

Distr ict Professional Development. Student

Holiday

School Board Regular Meeting. ERC

Boardroom at 6 pm

Sept ember 20t h

Judson Education Foundation?s 9th Annual Employee Give Campaign August 27th ? September 16th. This past year, JEF funded over $100,000 in Teacher Grants, Principal Grants & Student Scholarships! You can show your support for JEF by:

Donating $3.00 a month, or one-time donation of $36, you will receive an eGive t-shirt and a Rudy's Meal Card.

Donating $5.00 a month or one-time donation of $60, you will receive an eGive t-shirt, a Rudy's Meal Card, and your name entered in a drawing for a JISD Swag Bag & two tickets to the ?Freedom Bowl? Wagner vs. Veterans on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019.

All Donations benefit the Judson Education Foundation

To set-up a monthly donation from your paycheck

CLICK HERE

eGive For JEF