Rayburn Family Newsletter - August 15, 2025

What a fantastic first week back! Our students were busy learning their way around campus, moving from class to class, and diving right into engaging lessons. The energy in our classrooms was incredible, and we’re excited to keep that momentum going!

A quick reminder about our “Away-for-the-Day” technology policy: phones and devices must be powered off and in backpacks from 8:30 a.m. – 3:55 p.m. This year, backpacks will be placed in a designated area in each classroom. If a student struggles with this expectation, a staff member may collect the device and parents will be contacted.

We also appreciate your help with our student dress code. We’ve moved away from uniforms, but students still need to follow guidelines. Please help us by checking for shorts that are too short, tops that show midriffs, and pants worn below the waist.

Thanks for your support in making Rayburn a positive, respectful, and focused place for learning.

Welcome back! We are excited to start our Family Engagement sessions for parents, caregivers, and community members! Mark your calendars as September has some great offerings. Our first session is our Principal's Coffee Chat on Sept. 4th at 9:30 am. We hope you will join us as we get to know Mr. Masters our Principal and learn all about Rayburn! Translation devices will be available for those who prefer Spanish. We are excited to see you! 
¡Bienvenido! Unase con nosotros para un cafecito con el director, Sr. Masters. Tendremos dispositivos de traducción para personas que prefieren español. ¡Esperamos verlos!
Questions/Preguntas: Mrs. Diaz, Family Liaison 397-3123 martha.diaz@nisd.net

Our NISD annual Family Engagement Conference is coming up so register today! When you do register, please choose Rayburn as your campus. Join us on Sept. 26th for a day of learning and amazing presenters. Lunch is included and childcare is available.
Click on the QR code on the flyer or the link below. If you need help, please contact
Mrs. Diaz, Family Liaison 210-397-3123 martha.diaz@nisd.net 

Welcome back, families! We hope you all had a wonderful and refreshing summer. As we kick off a new school year, we want to emphasize the importance of consistent school attendance. Every day your child is in school is a vital opportunity for them to learn, grow, and connect with their peers and teachers. Regular attendance ensures they don't miss out on crucial lessons, build strong academic foundations, and develop essential social-emotional skills that will benefit them for years to come.

When children attend school consistently, they not only stay on track academically but also develop valuable routines and a sense of belonging within our school community. We understand that absences are sometimes unavoidable, but we encourage you to prioritize your child's presence in the classroom whenever possible. Your partnership in ensuring strong attendance is key to their success and a fulfilling school year

How lucky are we to have amazing community partners and friends that love us?

Thank you to John's Kids, Chapel Hill, Mighty Fortress and our newest friends at Shipley's for making Back to School awesome! 

This week, our students received important information about both classroom and campus expectations and routines. On Thursday, we held our Success Assemblies, where we reviewed all campus expectations and discussed what it takes for our students to thrive at Rayburn.

I’ve attached the information we shared during these assemblies for your reference. Please continue encouraging your student to be on their best behavior and to follow all Rayburn expectations. By working together, we can ensure your child has a successful and rewarding school year.