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A Message from the Superintendent

“We are excited to see students in our hallways when school opens on Aug. 11,” says Dr. John Craft, superintendent. “Our caring and dedicated teachers, administrators, and staff are working hard to provide a safe, nurturing environment where all students can learn and thrive and reach their highest potential.”

Get Ready for the 2025–2026 School Year

With the start of the school year in less than a month, here are some helpful tips for parents and students as we prepare for a great school year. 

Enrollment & Transfers

Registration
All new 91��Ƶ students should register online by clicking the appropriate link. Additional registration and general enrollment information is also available on that webpage.  

What school will your child attend? 
91��Ƶ assigns students to schools according to the street address where the student resides. The Boundaries and Buses Information System will provide you with the name, address, and contact information of the schools serving your area. The system will also provide information regarding bus eligibility and routes.

Transfers
If you are interested in a school choice transfer, apply by filling out an application at . The deadline for transfer requests for this school year is July 27. For questions, contact the Office of Student Advocacy and School Choice (SASC) by emailing SASC@nisd.net or calling 210-397-8695.

Safety & Security

Safety
In Northside, the safety of our students and staff is one of our top priorities. We regularly review and revise our safety plans and procedures to enhance security. Keeping our schools safe requires continuous work and communication with our students, staff, and families. Our approach to safety focuses on three areas - our people, our facilities and technology, and our procedures. For more information, please visit our school safety page. 

Cell Phone Policy
A new Texas law will ban students from using cellphones and other personal communication devices during school hours.  Like school districts across the state, 91��Ƶ is finalizing its policy to ensure compliance with the new state mandate. Once approved by the Board of Trustees, this policy will be shared with families and students.

Student Badges
We continue to add, update, and monitor a wide variety of security measures.  High School students are required to wear their student badge and have it easily visible at all times. Middle School students are strongly encouraged to wear theirs to build a culture of badge-wearing. These additional security measures allow district staff to know who is authorized to be on campus. 

Attendance & Learning

Student Attendance
In-person attendance and engagement are critical to a student’s success in school and will be required. 91��Ƶ does not provide virtual learning models or remote conferencing. Families are encouraged to work directly with their child’s school if they foresee issues with attendance.

Transportation & Supplies

Bus Routes 
Bus routes for the 2025-2026 school year will be available on Aug. 4 on the  

School Supplies
. Elementary Schools are listed, and a few middle schools provide information; however, most middle schools will share supply needs with students during the first week of school. If you need assistance with school supplies, contact your campus counselors, who will return to their offices on July 21 for high school, July 28 for middle schools, and July 30 for elementary schools.

Backpacks
Backpacks will be allowed at all campuses; however, individual schools may provide further guidance on which types are allowed. Refer to your child’s campus communication for more information. 

Meals & Support Services

Meals
Visit the Child Nutrition website for 2025-2026 meal service information, free and reduced-price meal benefits, menus, resources, policies, and special dietary needs

Northside Threads
Northside Threads is a Clothes Closet created by the 91��Ƶ Family Engagement Program and community volunteers to serve every campus and family in the District that needs clothing support. 91��Ƶ families needing support can confidentially receive a referral from their school counselor to shop (at no cost) at the Clothes Closet. For more details, visit the Northside Threads website. 

If you are needing assistance, counselors will be back in school at the following times: Aug. 7 for high school, Aug. 14 for middle schools, and Aug. 17 for elementary schools.

91��Ƶ Market
91��Ƶ Market, part of the Whole Child Family Engagement Program, is a free food pantry located inside the Northside Family Engagement Center. In partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, 91��Ƶ Market provides 25 lbs. of food per week to qualifying families.

Families may walk in during service hours and complete a short application on site. No appointment or referral is required. Visit the 91��Ƶ Market website for more information.

Additional support services
91��Ƶ offers a whole host of support and wrap-around services to support all students. Additional information can be found by visiting the Whole Child website. 

Community Events

Back to school supply events:
Various organizations provide free backpack and supply events. Below are flyers from some of the events.