Hello Rebels!

We have STAAR EOC (End Of Course) exams for Biology and US History on Tuesday, April 15. Next week, Algebra STAAR EOC exam will be on Wednesday, April 23. The STAAR EOCs are the state-required exams that students must pass in order to graduate!

Students who are not testing on those days will be in assigned classrooms in the morning. Rosters will be posted for students to know if they are testing and where to go. Students will attend afternoon classes. Makeup testing for Biology and US History will be April 16 and Algebra will retest on April 24 and class schedules will resume normally those dates. Please try to avoid scheduling appointments or pulling your student from school on their EOC dates!

Help your student be well-prepared for their test day. Here are some things you can do:

• Ensure 8-10 hours of sleep each night to help with focus and retention

• Encourage healthy eating, starting with a good breakfast

• Limit screen time during the week to prioritize rest and study

• Talk to your child about their tests and schedule this week

• Ensure your child is on time to school. School starts at 9:05

• Reach out to teachers or counselor if you need support

• Ask your child if they have their Chromebook charged and ready to test

Don't forget! Student Enrollment is open! Please make sure your child is registered for next school year by completing the process here AISD Portal by May  31, 2024. If your child is a Transfer, please be sure to re-apply for the Transfer.

LASTLY, SENIORS have many updates in this week's newsletter. Be sure to scroll down and note the details for prom, senior trip, senior fundraiser, and graduation are. This is our time for seniors to finish out their senior year by wrapping up responsibilities and celebrating their hard work!! Congrats, Class of 2025!!

Be kind & Take care, Rebels!

Connect with Travis! Website: https://travis.austinschools.org/ Facebook@TravisECHSRebels X@TravisRebels

April 8 and 9- English 1 and English 2 EOC test

April 9- PTSA meeting 5pm, Cafeteria

April 10 and 11- English 1 and English 2 EOC Make-Up Test

April 11- Rebelette Spring Show 7:30 pm

April 12- Rebelette Spring Show 6:00 pm

April 15- US History and Biology EOC test

April 17- CAC in library, 5PM

April 18- Staff Development/Student Holiday

April 21- Senior Panoramic 10:30am

April 23- Algebra EOC test

April 26- Prom

June 2- Graduation at 3PM

Has a staff person at Travis provided you with excellent support or gone out of their way to help you? Send them a RAVE!

It’s time for our annual registration process. We look forward to having all of our students return next year. You will need to register your child using the AISD Portal by May  31, 2024 to confirm your child is returning. If you have already completed re-registration, please disregard this message. Please call 512-414-7328 if you have any questions or contact Martha.Ralston@austinisd.org

Es hora de nuestro proceso de registro anual. Esperamos que todos nuestros estudiantes regresen el próximo año. Deberá registrar a su hijo utilizando el Portal de AISD antes del 31 de mayo de 2024 para confirmar que su hijo regresará. Si ya completó la reinscripción, ignore este mensaje. Llame al 512-414-7328 si tiene alguna pregunta or contact Martha.Ralston@austinisd.org

To learn more and get the application, go to www.smore.com/eg1qs

Do you owe hours? Need to study? Want to work on IGC Projects or Homework?

Come to Saturday School on the days listed. No need to sign up, Just show up. **Some students will be assigned to Saturday School to recover hours and grades.

90% Attendance Rule- What does it mean?

If a student drops below 90% in a course, an "NC" is entered instead of a grade. The grade may be passing – but the student did not attend at least 90% of the time. Please contact your student’s Assistant Principal to see what corrective steps must be taken.

To regain credit, students can attend after school tutoring on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4:45 pm to 6:15 pm through twilight. See Twilight information below.

A Note About Field Trip/Testing Attendance

You might notice that when your child is on a field trip or taking a test, you may initially receive an absence notification. TEA (Texas Education Agency) requires classroom teachers to take attendance based on who is physically present in their classrooms at the time attendance is taken.

If a student is on a field trip or taking a test, they will initially be counted absent, and our attendance clerk will then re-code absences as excused based on the field trip attendance submitted by the trip chaperones or by the testing roster submitted by the testing proctor. This process can take time, but we all want to make sure student attendance is as accurate as possible.

Please continue to contact the school Attendance clerk when you see an issue or have questions about your students attendance.

9th Grade Administrator/ 12th grade A-G & Counselor

Rosa.l.Esparza@austinisd.org & Amy.Pro@austinisd.org

10th Grade Administrator/12th grade Q-Z & Counselor

Heather.Merritt@austinisd.org & Stacey.DeLoach-Jackson@austinisd.org

11th Grade Administrator/12th Administrator grade H-P & Counselor

Rian.Evans@austinisd.org & Anita.Spadaro@austinisd.org

Associate Principal/12th Grade Administrator Oversight & Counselor

Nicole.Creek@austinisd.org & Tabita.Gutierrez@austinisd.org

Academic Dean

yvette.venegas@austinisd.org

Measles cases are on the rise in Texas, the U.S. and globally. While at this time we have no reported cases in Austin ISD, measles is an airborne, extremely infectious, and potentially severe or deadly illness that presents the greatest risk to young children, particularly those that are unvaccinated.  

It is uncommon for someone who is fully vaccinated to develop measles. Two doses of the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine are 97% effective at preventing measles, and one dose is 93% effective. However, breakthrough infections (when someone becomes infected after they have been vaccinated) can occur, especially in communities experiencing an outbreak where high levels of the measles virus are circulating. 

If your child develops measles symptoms, including a rash, fever, cough, runny nose, and red eyes, please keep your child at home and consult your medical provider for further guidance.

If your child is not up to date on vaccinations or if you are unsure, please contact a healthcare provider. If you have questions about our records, contact our health room staff, Rachel Lepine, RN at rachel.v.lepine@austinisd.org 

Los casos de sarampión están aumentando en Texas, U.S. y el resto del mundo. Aunque en este momento no tenemos casos reportados en el Austin ISD, el sarampión es una enfermedad transmitida por el aire, extremadamente contagiosa y potencialmente grave o fatal, que presenta el mayor riesgo en niños pequeños, especialmente aquellos que no están vacunados.

Es inusual que el sarampión se incube en una persona con un cuadro completo de vacunación. Dos dosis de la vacuna contra el sarampión, las paperas y la rubeola (MMR, por sus siglas en inglés) tienen un 97% de eficacia para prevenir el sarampión, y una dosis tiene un 93% de eficacia. Sin embargo, las infecciones postvacunación (cuando alguien se contagia después de haberse vacunado) pueden ocurrir, especialmente en comunidades con un brote en el que altos niveles del virus del sarampión estén circulando.

Si sus niños tienen síntomas de sarampión, incluyendo un sarpullido, fiebre, tos, secreción nasal y ojos rojos, por favor, déjenlos en casa y consulten con su proveedor médico para que les dé más instrucciones.

Si sus niños no están al día con sus vacunas o si ustedes no están seguros si lo están, por favor, comuníquense con un proveedor de atención médica para ponerse al día. Si tienen preguntas sobre nuestros expedientes, comuníquense con nuestro personal de enfermería, Rachel Lepine, R.N. at rachel.v.lepine@austinisd.org

Take care of your bodies! Get Rest, Eat Well, and Stay Hydrated! And don't forget to wash your hands!

• Cap & gown, Class Ring & graduation ordering information packets were distributed to seniors on 10/24. If your senior did not get a packet please check in the main office. Orders were taken on November 8 in the cafeteria. Students can also order online.

• CALLING ALL SENIORS: Come by the health room before school, in passing time, or at lunch to get your vaccination records. 

  You may need these for: college applications, job requirements, trade school, etc!

  
  Vaccine resources are available for college required vaccines. 

The next PTSA meeting will be this Wednesday April 9th from 5-6pm in the cafeteria and all teachers, students, and parents are invited.

Please contact PTSA President Colin Clark by phone or text at (512) 367-0309 or by email at travisechsptsa1@gmail.com.

Check out our spring special education learning sessions (click here) designed to provide valuable resources and support for families!

Sessions will cover a range of important topics and will have Spanish interpretation available.

APRIL's Sessions: 3-Part Autism Learning Series with VELA It can feel so confusing and isolating. Join VELA and other families for this 3-part interactive virtual series to learn how to become your child's greatest advocate.

Join to gain knowledge, strategies, and resources.

English Sessions:˜˜˜Monday, 12-1:30 p.m.˜Dates:˜April 7 | April 14 | April 21

Spanish Sessions: Wednesday, 12-1:30 p.m.˜Dates:˜April 9 | April 16 | April 23

REGISTER Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddV_YsPPX-iRiAbkT1YGcu4FFaw7eaa_CodOvNVSxEdLGKEw/viewform

Parent Support Specialist, Martha Ralston, is available Monday - Friday to assist families as needed. You can reach Ms. Ralston at 512-414-2527 extension 30783.

Did you know we have many resources to connect you with when you are in need of assistance: 

• If you are experiencing difficulty paying your Austin Energy utility bill and need emergency assistance, contact Ms. Ralston at 512-414-2527 extension 30783 to schedule an appointment to determine if you are eligible for the Plus 1 Program.

• If you need Capital Metro Bus tickets to get to an appointment, please call Ms. Ralston. These adult bus passes are provided by Capital Metro to help AISD families with their transportation needs.

• Central Texas Food Bank - Central Texas Food Bank delivers EVERY MONDAY to the church across the street from Travis, starting at 5pm.

• United Way for Greater Austin - ConnectATX - information on food, housing, transportation, child care and more.

• Texas Health and Human Services - Call 2-1-1 or (877) 541-7905 to speak to a live operator.

• The Christi Center - free information and support groups for youth and adults regarding grief and loss. Phone: 512-467-2600

• Integral Care – 24 hours support for mental health crises or by appointment. Phone: 512-472-4357

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988. If you’re struggling, it’s okay to share your feelings. 

Contact: Jose Dominguez: jose.dominguez3@austinisd.org

elranchito.org- Outdoor Girl Spring Break Camp is an opportunity to experience El Ranchito camp to make friends, learn more about yourself and the environment.

April 2025 Construction of Travis ECHS New Building. The crane has arrived!

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