Zilker Elementary School

Community Connection

November 3, 2024

No School Tuesday, November 5th!

A reminder that students will not attend classes on November 5, 2024 due to Election Day!

Gratitude Newsletter

One School, One Book

We're excited to be reading our One School, One Book selection to our Zilker Panthers, Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test. Students each received a copy of the book to read at home.

11/4 Finish chapters 7-9
11/6 Finish chapters 10-11
11/8 Finish chapters 12-14
11/11 Finish chapters 15-17
11/13 Finish chapters 18-20
11/15 Finish chapters 21-23
11/18 Finish chapters 24-27
11/20 Finish the book, Family Night at Book People 5-7 PM

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Gifted and Talented

GT testing will taking place this week on campus.  If your child has been referred for Gifted and Talented, please see attached for more information on testing.

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Calling all book lovers!

Please join other Zilker families at the annual Texas Book Festival on Saturday, November 16!

In addition to attending and exploring the festival together, six lucky 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade students will have the opportunity to help introduce local author Breanna Carzoo for her Read Me a Story session of the festival and receive a copy of her newest book “The Squish”!

Please contact Allison (allisonjoneswalker@gmail.com) for more information on meeting time, location & to nominate your kiddo for this opportunity to participate in Zilker Elementary’s author presentation!

The Recognizing All Valuable Employees or RAVE Program was created to honor those who take the extra steps to provide equitable and exceptional experiences. If you had an exceptional experience interacting with an Austin ISD employee, please nominate that staff member by completing this form. 

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AISD Family Empower Hour Sessions

AISD is Austin's home for inclusive learning: high expectations for all children and high outcomes for every student. We prepare every student with the knowledge and skills to thrive in college, career, and life.

AISD is providing sessions over various topics which provide valuable information and support regarding Special Education and 504 services. Click here to learn more!

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Want to Volunteer?

We are excited to announce that our school is now using Voly, a new volunteer management system! If you are interested in volunteering on campus, please visit austinisd.voly.org to complete a quick background check.

This process is required for all volunteers, field trip chaperones, etc. and will help us ensure a safe and secure environment for our students. Thank you for your support and participation!

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Upcoming Events!

November 5 - Student Holiday
November 6 - Priority Registration Opens
November 7 - CAC Meeting
November 20 - Family Fundraising Night @ Book People
November 21 - PTA Meeting @ 7:45
November 25-29 - Fall Break

Zilker Calendar of Events