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Clint Small Middle School
Weekly Newsletter Week of: February 2nd, 2026 |
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A Letter from Principal Bedford |
Hello Smallville!
I hope you had a warm and safe week. Despite our shortened schedule this week, it was great to see our Cougars and staff settle back into their routines. Thank you to everyone for your flexibility and support during the weather related closures.
This week, our 6th and 7th grade students began working with choice sheets, giving them the opportunity to explore options and think intentionally about their class choices for next year. These conversations are an important part of helping students build ownership and confidence in their academic journey. Looking ahead, our 8th grade students will begin their course selection process next month. We’re excited to guide them as they prepare for this important next step to high school. If you have any questions regarding choice sheets, please contact your grade level counselor.
As we move forward and settle back into our normal rhythm, the quote “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts,” feels especially fitting this week. Whether weeks are busy or unexpectedly slow, what matters most is our ability to keep showing up, stay connected, and continue growing together.
Thank you for your continued support, and I wish everyone a safe and warm weekend ahead! Stay Present, Bedford |
- Individually packaged chips and snacks
- Gatorade
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12-packs of soda
- Bottled water
- Full-size candy bars
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Please send all physical donations to the front office. If you’re unable to send items to campus, you can also shop directly from our wishlist here:
www.tinyurl.com/ValDance2026 Thank you so much for supporting our students and Student Council. We truly appreciate your time, generosity, and partnership! |
📌 Student Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year |
Every year, families must register their student for the upcoming school year. This important step: |
- ✔️ Keeps your student’s records updated with current information
- ✔️ Tells the district and the school where your student will attend
- ✔️ Helps schools plan for staffing and available student seats for transfers
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Important: The district has changed some registration procedures this year. Please read the section below that applies to your family. |
🎒 Current 6th & 7th Grade Students (Returning to Small) |
If your student is currently in 6th or 7th grade (including transfer kids) and plans to continue at Small Middle School next year, you will complete registration through Enroll Austin in the Parent Portal during Round 2. 🗓️ Round 2 Dates: February 16 – April 10
👉 If you accidentally submitted an Enroll Austin application before February 16, please email Jennifer Rich at jennifer.rich@austinisd.org so the district can disregard the application. |
🎓 Incoming 6th Graders or Outgoing 8th Graders (Changing Schools or Applying to a Program) |
If your student will be transitioning to a new school next year and you want to apply to a campus with a specialty program, Transfers and homecampus's with specility programs - your application window is open now. 🗓️ Application Window: January 12 – February 6
Log into the Parent Portal and select the Enroll Austin tile to apply.
This includes applications for our Green Tech Academy, whether you live in our attendance zone or are applying as a transfer. |
Students currently in 6th grade will need two vaccines before starting 7th grade: Meningococcal and a Tdap booster. Whether your student has had them already, or are planning to get them soon please email a copy of the record to me once you have it. If you have any specific questions for your student, do not hesitate to call or email.. |
We have updated our A/B Calendar for the second semester. Please print this one and put it on your fridge as there have been some changes in March and we added the Staar Dates. |
ARE YOU ONE OF OUR BEST AND BRIGHTEST COUGARS?
We are looking for students who exemplify what being a Small Cougar is all about! Help make Small a better place to learn as a member of NJHS. Applications for Clint Small Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society are open through February 24, 2026. Students must access the link through an AISD account. The link can be found on the school website. The application is editable, so it does not need to be completed at a single time. The committee will make determinations by spring break. Please direct any questions to shelby.ottleybujan@austinisd.org
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Don’t Miss Out — Pre-Order Your Yearbook! |
If you’re new to Small this year, you may not know just how coveted our yearbooks are. This is something you must pre-purchase! We only print the number of books that are ordered in advance, and there is no option to print additional copies after delivery. Every year, students and parents wait until the last minute and are disappointed when they miss out — we don’t want that to be you!
Buy your yearbook before Winter Break to get the Early Bird price of $35.
After the break, the price increases to $40, and all purchases must be made by the end of February to guarantee your copy.
Order online at: 2026 Small Josten's LInk Our yearbooks are created by our Yearbook classes, who spend the entire school year capturing the memories, moments, and magic of Small. Their work is truly something special!
Check out the artwork this year designed by one of our yearbook students because she said "Each student is a piece of a puzzle and at Small they can always find where they fit in" |
Attention 8th Grade Parents |
Calling all proud 8th grade parents
If you would like to purchase ad space in this years yearbook to congratulate your 8th graders middle school success, You can buy your add here: Josten Yearbook Ads |
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Wow, what a night! Thank you for coming last night to our 9th Grade Next Steps! Thank you to our amazing sponsors and Cougar community! If you missed the meeting you can view the slides here: 9th Grade Next Steps-Bowie and Crockett 2025-2026 February Save the Date: Be Internet Awesome Family Night- Wednesday, Feb 25
Be Internet Awesome is a program sponsored by Google and YouTube, designed to help parents and caregivers support their middle schoolers in being smart, kind, and safe online. During this interactive session families will “Meet LEO” (Learn and Explore Online) and learn about helpful safety tools like SafeSearch and Family Link.
Please RSVP so we can plan materials and refreshments. |
Spirit Night at Sonic Brodie Ln.- Thursday, Feb 26
Don't miss our next Spirit Night at Sonic Drive-In on Brodie Ln! When you pick up dinner at Sonic you help to support the work we do at Smallville. |
Cougars Traveling the World |
Educational Travel Programs at Small
At Clint Small Middle School, we are proud to have multiple teachers who sponsor Educational Travel Programs each year. These programs are structured group trips for students, organized in partnership with professional travel providers. The providers take care of the big details—like flights, hotels, meals, guides, and safety—while our teachers lead the learning side of the experience.
What is an Educational Travel Program?
An Educational Travel Program is more than just a trip. It’s an opportunity for students to step outside the classroom and experience history, culture, and language firsthand. Whether exploring another U.S. city or traveling abroad, students gain independence, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world. Why might families be interested?
Students experience hands-on learning tied to classroom topics. Travel builds maturity, problem-solving, and independence. Professional travel companies provide safety, structure, and support 24/7. Payment plans and group arrangements make these experiences more accessible than traveling on your own.
👉 With multiple teachers sponsoring programs, families can choose from a variety of destinations and opportunities that best fit their student’s interests. Here is a list of upcoming opportunities Trips in 2026 Trips in 2027 |
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Info from AISD High Schools |
8th graders zoned to Crockett or interested in attending Crockett next year will be doing choice sheets with Crockett counselors in the Small cafeteria on Wednesday, February 18, during 1st period.
Please reach out to Mr. Gonzalez if you have any questions. |
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