October Jag Family Connection

October 2020

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THE JAG FAMILY CONNECTION

A&M-San Antonio FAMILY CONNECT CONTEST

Connect with us, and stay in the loop about what's happening at A&M-San Antonio!

What's new? Student-parents are now invited to the portal! Build community and stay connected for resources and events!

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A&M-San Antonio The Offices of Family Engagement, Transfer Student Engagement and CAB are collaborating to host the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat and Drivein Movie!

Interested in hosting a trunk? Here's what you need to know: You must be sponsored by a department that will submit the registration form on your behalf.

All goodies that you pass out must be prepackaged and sealed with enough for 250 (for example, popcorn, Cheez-Its, candy, Rice Krispies Treats, etc.).

Do not bring anything homemade.

You must have a decorated trunk that is ready to go at 6 p.m., which is the start time.

You must be present 6-8 p.m. for the entire Trunk or Treat.

There must be no more than five people working your trunk.

You must practice social distancing and provide event attendees a way to safely participate in the festivities without direct contact.

Although outdoors, masks are encouraged.

Not interested in hosting a trunk, but want to attend? Here's what you need to know: Trunk or Treat starts at 6 p.m. and ends promptly at 8 p.m.

It is a drive-thru event. No foot traffic is allowed in the area. You must remain in your vehicle.

There are several contests that you can participate in (see flyer below).

Masks are highly encouraged for the safety of all despite the event being hosted outdoors.

The drive-in movie is "Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween," and it starts around 8 p.m.

The first 100 vehicles get a free pizza.

Please leave at least one parking space between you and the next vehicle.

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A&M-San Antonio MISSION MAGAZINE

Here is a friendly reminder to pick up your copy of A&M-San Antonio's Mission Magazine. Use Mission Magazine to keep track of the events happening on campus and virtually! Engage in General's Event Challenge, and learn more about what Texas A&M University-San Antonio has to offer! Want a physical copy? Pick one up from any of these locations: Patriots' Casa Student Involvement Office of the Vice President for Student Success and Engagement- Madla 312 University Library- Central Academic Building 202 Mays Center- Science and Technology Building 111 Jaguar Java near the microwave- Science and Technology building Esperanza Hall

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A&M-San Antonio CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH SEPT. 15-OCT. 15

For more information on what Texas A&M University-San Antonio has in store, click here!

Fun Fact: A&M- San Antonio now has its own mariachi named Son de Esperanza!!

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A&M- SAN ANTONIO HOSTS ITS

A&M-San Antonio

More to Know Virtual Escape Room Virtual Escape Room Dates: Oct. 29-31 Time: Any Location: Virtual (click here)

Ring Ceremony Dates: Nov. 6-8 Student must sign up for a time slot on one of these days.

Students and families will have extra time on the seal this year.

Spring ring recipients are also invited!

National Survey Participation The Office of Family Engagement is proud to be part of a national research study (https://z.umn.edu/CollegeParentsSpeakOutW2) to understand the needs and experiences of families during the COVID-19 pandemic. This survey will help us and other programs like ours understand your experience and consider how we can better serve parents and families as they support their college students. We realize you may be dealing with many challenges right now, and we don’t want to add a burden. But if you have a few minutes to share your thoughts and views in this online survey, we’ll be grateful. And you’ll be representing Texas A&M University-San Antonio on a national scale.

The online survey takes about 15 minutes to complete. In order to be included, you’ll need to complete the survey by Nov. 15, 2020. After completing the survey, you can choose to be entered into a drawing to win one of 15 $100 gift cards. Your responses will be kept private and will not affect your relationship with your student’s institution.

Click here to get started.

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A&M-San Antonio ASPIRE CLASSROOM OF THE MONTH NOMINATIONS OPEN!

Why nominate an educator?

Texas A&M University-San Antonio wants to recognize and celebrate our ASPIRE elementary and middle school educators and classrooms that go beyond the curriculum to bring higher education opportunities and access to their students! During this time, it is even more important to celebrate and support our educators as they navigate new challenges, sacrifice to educate our children and guide the paths of our future leaders.

Give your student's teacher a shout-out by nominating their classroom this month!

Ocotber 2020

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Guardian House is now enrolling for their FREE 8-Week VIRTUAL Triple P Parenting Program focused on providing support and understanding for any individual caring for a child.

Class topics include Positive Parenting, Helping Children Develop, Managing Misbehavior and Planning Ahead. ¡ The course is VIRTUAL and FREE, and it meets CPS-mandated parenting education requirements. ¡ Next class begins: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m. OR Wednesday, Oct. 14, 5-7 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 17, 9-11 a.m.

For inquiries or registration, please call (210) 733-3349 or email parenting@guardianhouse.org.

Guardian House also offers Mental Health Counseling Services (currently virtual), including: FREE mental health counseling services through the Guardian House Counseling Clinic (GHCC) Sliding Scale mental health counseling services offered at flexible times, seven days a week, including: Individual Counseling Couples/Marriage and Family Counseling Reunification Counseling Therapeutic Supervised Visitation To inquire/schedule, please call (210) 733-3349 or visit the website at guardianhouse.org.

Ocotber 2020

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Seven A&M-San Antonio faculty and staff members collaborated to share their expertise on ways students can enhance their overall well-being. This article provides an overview of eight wellness domains and includes practical tips individuals can implement to maximize well-being in each respective domain. This article has been published on the Dean of Students website.

For questions or comments, please contact Dr. Mary Buzzetta, director of the Student Counseling Center (SSCC) at, mary.buzzetta@tamusa.edu.

OCTOBER = DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS, DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS AND CELEBRATING THE BILINGUAL CHILD MONTH

The Student Counseling Center will be hosing a series of events as well as campaigns for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. For more information, click here. Use #1thing to state what you'll do this year to help stop domestic violence.

Various offices are collaborating to highlight Disability Employment Awareness. Click here for event details.

Celebrate bilingual children this month! Want to learn more? Click here to learn what it is all about! Use #CelebrateTheBilingualChildMonth to post on social media.

COVID UPDATE

There is a testing center on campus Masks are required.

You must have the appropriate wristband from a wellness check-in station to enter buildings.

Stay up-to-date by accessing the Community. Safety. TOGETHER. website.

UNIVERSITY UPDATES

ACT/SAT is no longer required for incoming first-year students.

The Emergency Aid Application is live. Applications are currently being reviewed.

Looking for a job or internship?

Are your student looking for a job or internship? Look no further! The Office of Family Engagement has you covered.

Just head over to Handshake, our online system. On Handshake, you student will find many opportunities including postings, career events, and more. During this time, there are also many remote opportunities available.

To begin, have your student go to Handshake and log into JagWire with their credentials. For more information or a quick guide on how to log into Handshake, please click here.

Please note that your student will be sent a verification to their University email, and this gets caught in spam sometimes. Have them check that folder to be able to verify.

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IMPORTANT DATES TO KNOW

Oct. 23- Last day to drop with an automatic "W" (A grade of "W" is a withdrawal from the course that does not impact the student's GPA. However, students do not receive course credit.)

Oct. 29-31- Virtual Escape Room (open to all; link to be posted closer to date) Oct. 30- Trunk or Treat and Drive-in Movie (on campus in Lot 3) Nov. 2- Next Family Association Meeting Nov. 26-28- Thanksgiving holiday (no classes) Dec. 2- Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the University Dec. 2- Last day of scheduled classes for weekday classes Dec. 3 & 4- Reading days Dec. 7-12- Final examinations Dec. 12- End of fall semester Dec. 15- Fall commencement Dec. 15- Fall grades due by noon Click the heading to access the full academic calendar and all the important dates to know.

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CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Family Engagement One University Way Patriots' Casa 105 Family@tamusa.edu (210) 784-1452