District News

Rodriguez second graders stepped back in time and experienced Ancient Greece through hands-on, engaging learning experiences that made history meaningful—and memorable! Throughout their unit, students participated in a variety of interactive activities, including the annual and ever-so-popular Potato Olympics a Greek food tasting, a mythology-inspired writing project, and research-based learning about an ancient Greek city-state. Students didn’t just learn about Ancient Greece—they had the opportunity to experience it! Way to bring the learning to life, Rodriguez 2nd Grade Teachers!

October marks the beginning of National Principals Month, a time to recognize the dedicated leaders of San Marcos CISD who help our campuses thrive each and every day. Our principals do far more than lead from behind a desk. They are visible in classrooms, greeting students at the door, supporting teachers, partnering with families, celebrating accomplishments, navigating challenges, and helping create a school culture where every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and belong.

Leadership in education is built on countless moments—listening to a student, encouraging a teacher, supporting a family, making a difficult decision, or simply showing up when it matters most.
 

This month, we celebrate the principals who lead with purpose, serve with heart, and continue to make a difference in the lives of our students and staff. Thank you for leading the way for #RattlerNation!

This week, Interim Superintendent Dr. Sonya Rodriguez officially joined SMCISD in her new role as Superintendent Dr. Michael Cardona prepares to retire on September 30.

During her first week, Dr. Rodriguez spent time connecting with district administrators, campus leaders, teachers, students, and staff across SMCISD.

On Friday, September 18, SMCISD hosted a Meet and Greet ahead of Friday night’s football game, giving Dr. Rodriguez the opportunity to meet parents and families throughout Rattler Nation. It was a great way to kick off her first week and begin building connections with the SMCISD community!

Congratulations to the percussion section on wrapping up their first competition of the year! Finishing that first performance is a huge milestone, setting a great foundation for the rest of the season.

Shaking off the first-show jitters and getting through a grueling 12-hour stretch like that for the very first show of the season is an achievement in itself.

San Marcos CISD joined schools across the country in recognizing the impact of educators and students working together to expand access and opportunity. Rattler Nations understands that AVID strengthens skills like critical thinking, organization, collaboration, and self-advocacy, helping students prepare for college, careers, and beyond. We are proud of the growth we see every day and grateful for the shared commitment that makes it possible.