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On the cover: March 17 was a lucky day at Ott Elementary School, as Kindergarten students in Mari Gill's class were all smiles, enjoying a beautiful day and wearing lots of green and shamrocks.
New this upcoming school year
To ensure smooth, reliable bus transportation for the 2026–2027 school year, eligible families must register their students in advance.
Northside ISD provides school bus transportation for students who live more than two miles from their assigned neighborhood campus. Students residing within the two-mile walk zone are generally not eligible unless their route includes a Board-approved Hazardous Traffic Condition.
Families new to Northside ISD may register for bus service during the New Student Registration process. Currently enrolled families can sign up during the Returning Student Registration, which began on March 16.
To guarantee transportation on the first day of school, all eligible students – new and returning – must register by June 30.
Bus transportation for eligible special education and magnet school students will be scheduled separately.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
New Way to Assign Google Material to Students
Starting next school year, Google Assignments will be created using a new process. Google has released an updated Schoology app called Google Assignments, which all Schoology customers will adopt. This new app is now turned on, so you can begin exploring and using it. Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, this will be the new way for assigning Google work in Schoology, as the previous app will be retired. Here are some resources to assist you in this transition.
| Initially Connecting the Google Assignment App in Schoology Video | (Clicksheet) |
| Creating a Google Assignment Video | (Clicksheet) |
| Students Opening Google Assignments Video |
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This will be the new app you will see when creating Google Assignments. If there are any questions, please reach out to: continuous.improvement@nisd.net
This resource is also available on the Schoology Support site available on the HUB. For a listing of previous Schoology articles, click here.
CELEBRATIONS
NISD drivers take the wheel to earn top honors at "Road-e-o"
NISD bus drivers put their skills to the test at the Central Texas Regional School Bus Safety Roadeo, a competition designed to mirror the real-world challenges they navigate every day. Drivers maneuver full-size school buses through a series of obstacle courses that assess precision, safety, and control.
Beyond the bragging rights, top performers earn a coveted trophy belt buckle.
Three NISD regular education bus drivers competed, with Juan Ramirez earning first place for Region 20 and being named Grant Champion for the combined Central Texas regions (Regions 13 and 20).
In the special needs division, two NISD teams competed, with Linda McNeely and Ana Arguello placing second in Region 20.
Both winning teams will advance to the TAPT Roadeo at Sheldon ISD on April 25.
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NISD artists paint to music for a win
Congratulations to all of our Northside students who participated in the Paint to Music event sponsored by the San Antonio Symphony League. Northside ISD had several winners for this event.
A special congratulations to Leilani Arana, a fourth grader at Kallison Elementary, for winning not only a Best of Show, but also the League's President's Pick. Leilani's art was professionally framed, and she was recognized at the Alamo City Arts' Symphony Viva Concert. Her art teacher is Valerie Martinez. Click here to view the complete list of winners.
AROUND THE DISTRICT
Los Leones Student Arts Festival puts spotlight on the arts
The 26th annual Los Leones Student Arts Festival offers something for everyone. This family-friendly event—known for its vibrant, Fiesta-style atmosphere—continues to grow each year. It will take place Saturday, March 21, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and will feature an art show and sale showcasing thousands of high-quality pieces created by NISD students.
Admission is free and open to the public. Guests can enjoy a full day of food, games, entertainment, and fun for all ages. Performances by elementary, middle, and high school choirs, bands, and dance groups will take place throughout the day. Please note that cash only will be accepted on-site. Click here for more details and full schedule of events.
The festival will be held at O’Connor High School, 12221 Leslie Road in Helotes.
PERK OF THE WEEK
Save Room for a Free Pizookie!
Treat yourself to a legendary dessert at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse (Alamo Ranch location). Spend at least $9.95 on food, and your Pizookie is on the house! Click here for details.
- Promo Code: BJSAR25
- Location: Alamo Ranch Only
Valid Through: May 31, 2026
GRANT OF THE WEEK
Dollar General Youth Literacy Grant
Dollar General Youth Literacy Grant provides funding to schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations to help students who are below grade level or experiencing difficulty reading. Click here for information or contact the Grants Dept. at 210-397-8563.
UPCOMING EVENTS
EOY
robotics
steamfest
