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February 10, 2012 - Vol. 8, No. 10

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Student Chat with Astronauts in Space

 

 

On the morning of January 31, students from Asa Low Intermediate School got the opportunity of a lifetime as they chatted live with astronauts aboard the International Space Station via satellite. 

 

Thanks to the teamwork of many, this groundbreaking event went off without a hitch!

 

We wanted to share some of the news coverage and photos:

Update Available for MISD iPhone App

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An updated version of the MISD iPhone App is now available! Version 1.21, which features updated links to the Student Code of Conduct, can be downloaded free from the iTunes Store.

 

If you have not yet downloaded the MISD App for your iPhone, iPad or iTouch, you are missing out on a fantastic and convenient source for all types of district information; including calendars, news, photos, campus maps and much more! Download the app today!

Nomination Deadline Approaching

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Do you know an MISD employee, department or campus that has initiated an extraordinary program or event that has made a positive impact within Mansfield ISD and the community?

 

We are calling for nominees for The Impact Award, the new employee recognition award. Nominations may be submitted by staff, students and community members.

 

The deadline to submit a nomination for the February Impact Award is Monday, February 13, at 12:00 noon. Submit your nomination online today!

Grounds Supervisor Wins Heartbeat AwardWynn

 

For most of us, the average work day takes place between 8 am and 5 pm, but Grounds Supervisor Mike Wynn has embraced the art of expecting the unexpected.

 

Wynn and his crew are responsible for maintaining approximately 765 acres of grounds within Mansfield ISD. Anytime there is an issue with district roadways, parking lots or landscaping, Wynn is committed to solving the problem, but his service certainly does not stop there. Read the blog post.

Passport to Kindergarten: April 14, 2012

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Attention All Incoming Kindergarten Families:   

 

The Passport to Kindergarten will be held Saturday, April 14, 2012, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Legacy HS, Mansfield HS, Summit HS and Timberview HS.

 

Complete your child's enrollment and registration process for the 2012-13 school year. Find your elementary school's assigned Passport to Kindergarten high school location and additional information here.

 

Also, please forward the information about the Passport Kindergarten date with families you know who are getting ready for kindergarten. 

Student Recognition Spotlight

 

 

Ben Barber Construction Tech   

  

The Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a $1,250 grant to the Ben Barber Career Tech Academy for 50 CareerSafe Vouchers. These vouchers will allow students who successfully complete the OSHA CareerSafe course to receive a card from OSHA that demonstrates the student has mastered fundamental safety knowledge needed in the workplace.

 

Legacy High School Yearbook

   

The 2011 yearbook titled Arena, won the top award from two national organizations; The National Scholastic Press Association and Columbia School of Journalism.

  

Ben Barber and Frontier HS Contest Results

  

The students of Ben Barber Career Tech Academy and Frontier High School have been competing (and winning!) in several different categories and events lately. Check out the list of recent honors.

Dallas Stars to Host MISD Night

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Mansfield ISD and The Dallas Stars have partnered up to present a special promotion for parents of MISD students (grades K - 8) and MISD staff members.

 

Those who are eligible may receive one complimentary youth ticket per adult ticket purchased for the February 19 game.

 

 

K-8 Parents: For your free ticket, purchase your ticket online and enter the coupon code: MANSFIELD 

 

MISD Staff: For your free ticket, purchase your ticket online and enter the coupon code: ISD

Odds & Ends

  

Spirit Card Design Contest:
WANTED... Your spirit! Mansfield ISD and Texas Trust Credit Union are having a design contest to create the next Texas Trust/MISD Debit MasterCards.
If you are an MISD high school student, and you've got an idea for a card design - enter and you could win $250. Each high school will have a winner.
The winning designs go into production as Texas Trust MasterCard debit cards - to be used at stores and restaurants all over town and anywhere MasterCard debit cards are accepted. For details, visit www.TexasTrustCU.org/myspirit.
Will YOU be the winner?
 
BBCTA and UTA to Host Robotics Competition: 
Mansfield ISD Robotics, along with UT Arlington, will be hosting a FIRST FTC Robotics Qualifier competition this February 11, at the Ben Barber campus. The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and is open to the public.

Upcoming Lake Ridge High School Parent Meetings:
  • Informational Meeting: February 13, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Willie Pigg Auditorium (Representatives from Fine Arts, Athletics, etc. will be on hand to answer questions. LRHS Athletic Booster Club information will also be presented).
  • PTSA Planning Meeting: February 23, 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Danny Jones Cafeteria. 
  • PTSA Organizational Meeting: March 20, 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Danny Jones Cafeteria.

Public Health Week Poster Contest:
The Tarrant County Public Health Department has invited students, grades First through Eighth, to produce original artwork that highlights this year's theme, "A Healthier America Begins Today. Join the Movement!" Entries due March 9. View complete details.

 

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