January 4th Weekly Newsletter - Happy New Year!

Posted Date: 01/04/26 (10:34 AM)

Navarro Junior High

Parent Newsletter

January 4, 2026

Happy New Year!

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome back, and happy New Year! We hope your winter break was restful and filled with time to recharge as we begin an exciting new chapter together.

January marks a major milestone for our school as construction officially begins on our new-to-us building... the former high school. This long-awaited project represents growth, innovation, and our continued commitment to creating the best possible learning environment for our students. Over the coming months, I'll be sharing visible progress that brings our vision for the future to life.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. We look forward to a fantastic semester ahead filled with learning, growth, and exciting developments.

Warm regards,

Tori Beutnagel, Principal

This Week....

Monday

Staff/Student Holiday

Tuesday

Teacher Work Day/ Student Holiday

8:30 a.m. - Cafeteria - Make Up Exams

Wednesday

Second Semester Starts

Friday

8th Grade Field Trip

Coming Up

Jan. 14 - 8th Grade Tours at the High School followed by CourseExpo at 5:30 p.m.

Week of Jan. 26 - 8th Grade parents meet with NISD Counselors to create student's Personal Graduation Plan (see section on Upcoming 8th Grade Events)

February - 6th and 7th Graders will begin Course Selection for 2026-2027 SY!

Upcoming 8th Grade Events

Field Trip, Course Expo/HS Tours, and Selecting Courses for 9th Grade

Course Selection Information

Panther Family - Although it is only December, it is time to start thinking about high school for your 8th graders. Please save the date on your calendar for January 14. During the school day, your 8th grader will visit the new Navarro High School learning about opportunites for classes, tour the campus and prepare for course selections. That evening, we will host the 2026 Course Expo for parents with opportunites to help your child plan for the next four years in high school.

These events start the process for selecting classes for 9th grade. Starting the week of January 26, counselors are setting up Personal Graduation Plan (PGP) meetings. The link to reserve your spot is open and can be accessed at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAAF2AA3FBC52-61208377-9thgrade.

If you have any questions, please reach out!

Community Events

Tutoring Information

Panther Success - Peer Tutoring Program

National Junior Honor Society Students have signed up and are ready to help students who may need help in class. This progam is designed to help students with homework or questions on daily assignments.

Tutoring session are in Mrs. Adam's Room 306. Students are eager to assist and serve.

Counselor's Corner

A message from Dr. Sandersen and Ms. Hernandez...

Procedure Reminders

Visit this section for reminders to NJHS Rules and Procedures

Lanyards For Sale

We are still selling our Navarro Lanyards. They are $5.00 in the front office.

Student ID's

Students are required to wear their Student Identification Cards visible all day. These may be worn on a lanyard or on a clip worn on their shirt. All students should have received their ID last week. If your student has not, please send them to the library.

Replacement IDs: The first replacement ID will be free of charge. Following that, there is a $5.00 fee for replacements. Students can visit the library to receive their replacement IDs.

Please help your student find a place to store their IDs at home so they will not forget to bring them to school.

Contact Information

Administration Team

Ms. Tori Beutnagel, Principal - tori.beutnagel@nisd.us

Mr. Clifford Cain, AP - Last Names A-L - clifford.cain@nisd.us

Ms. Cheryl Schriewer, AP - Last Names M-Z - cheryl.schriewer@nisd.us

Dr. Brandy Sandersen, Counselor - brandy.sandersen@nisd.us

Kiomi Hernandez, LMSW, CIS - kiomi.hernandez@nisd.us

Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links: