A.C. Blunt Middle School celebrated Veteran's Day by honoring Veteran's from four branches of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines. ACBMS Security Officer Hailey Dehner was our key note speaker while the NJROTC Cadets, Winter Guard and Band performed. Thank you Veteran's for your service and sacrifice. We were truly honored to be able to honor you.
It's almost turkey time! Campuses will send home more information regarding pre-check in and specific meal times for classes/grade levels.
A BIG thank you to the Aransas Pass Lion's Club for supporting our students. Friday they gave out popcorn and pop-its to our students who were Never Ever Absent, Tardy or Checked Out Early(NEATCOE) during the 2nd 6 weeks grading period. Today they returned to reward our students who made the A and A/B Honor Rolls during the 2nd 6 weeks grading period with popcorn and ribbons. We love having our Lion's Club friends support our students.
ACBMS November Counselor's Newsletter
UPDATE: SATURDAY EARLY VOTING
Tomorrow, October 25, San Patricio County Early Voting will be at the Aransas Pass Civic Center ONLY from 10AM to 5PM. All other San Patricio County Locations will be closed.
Visit our website at www.apisd.org/page/vatre for Early Voting schedules through October 31st.
Did you know that APISD will have no change to the overall tax rate with VATRE approval?
With the passage of the VATRE, the overall tax rate (Maintenance & Operations + Interest & Sinking) will be the same in 2025 as the 2024 rate of $0.8088 while generating approximately $936,611 in additional revenue for district operations. Learn more information about how this is possible and find answers to your questions by visiting www.apisd.org/page/vatre-faq. Have a question that’s not addressed? Submit it through our form on the page!
With the passage of the VATRE, the overall tax rate (Maintenance & Operations + Interest & Sinking) will be the same in 2025 as the 2024 rate of $0.8088 while generating approximately $936,611 in additional revenue for district operations. Learn more information about how this is possible and find answers to your questions by visiting www.apisd.org/page/vatre-faq. Have a question that’s not addressed? Submit it through our form on the page!
Good morning, Panther Nation! Reminder, APISD will be OPEN tomorrow, Monday, October 13. Thursday and Friday (October 16-17) will be student and teacher holidays. See you tomorrow morning!
Get excited for Homecoming Week - October 6-10!
Good morning Panther Nation! Based on information received regarding the weather forecast and travel conditions in our area, the school day and bus schedules will proceed as normal today, Thursday, September 25. As always, we encourage everyone to exercise caution when traveling to school. Thank you to our Transportation team and the APPD for their hard work and diligence when checking road conditions this morning to help keep our students and staff safe! Stay safe and dry Panthers!
Aransas Pass ISD administration is actively monitoring the forecast for potentially inclement weather on the evening of Wednesday, September 24 through the morning of Thursday, September 25. Although we would all be grateful for the rain, based on information received from the National Weather Service, there is a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms and flash flooding.
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. In the event that travel conditions on Thursday morning are anticipated to be unsafe, we will provide additional updates regarding the school schedule via email, phone call, text message, District social media accounts, and local news media. Stay safe Panthers!
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. In the event that travel conditions on Thursday morning are anticipated to be unsafe, we will provide additional updates regarding the school schedule via email, phone call, text message, District social media accounts, and local news media. Stay safe Panthers!
Reminder, this Friday our Varsity Panther football team is HOME against London, with Perfect Attendance Panthers before kick-off!
Students with perfect attendance at the district official attendance time (10AM) for the entire week of each home varsity football game will receive FREE admission and be eligible to run through the tunnel before the game!
This Friday:
🐾Gates open at 6PM, we recommend getting to the stadium early!
🐾Students will report to the concession stand entrance area and run the field at 6:30PM.
🐾No parents allowed on track or field.
🐾Please pick up students at the same entrance after completion of tunnel run.
Campuses will check weekly attendance on Fridays before home varsity football games and provide a wristband to each student with perfect attendance for the week. This wristband will grant the student free entry to the game.
Students must have their wristband to enter the game, and to enter the field to run through the tunnel. No replacement wristbands will be provided in the event the wristband is lost. Free admission will only be granted to the student. Accompanying parents/guardians and others with the student will be required to purchase a ticket online. Visit our website at www.apisd.org/article/2375840 to read more!
Let's Go Panthers and Lady Panthers!! #WeAreAP #GrowGreatness
Students with perfect attendance at the district official attendance time (10AM) for the entire week of each home varsity football game will receive FREE admission and be eligible to run through the tunnel before the game!
This Friday:
🐾Gates open at 6PM, we recommend getting to the stadium early!
🐾Students will report to the concession stand entrance area and run the field at 6:30PM.
🐾No parents allowed on track or field.
🐾Please pick up students at the same entrance after completion of tunnel run.
Campuses will check weekly attendance on Fridays before home varsity football games and provide a wristband to each student with perfect attendance for the week. This wristband will grant the student free entry to the game.
Students must have their wristband to enter the game, and to enter the field to run through the tunnel. No replacement wristbands will be provided in the event the wristband is lost. Free admission will only be granted to the student. Accompanying parents/guardians and others with the student will be required to purchase a ticket online. Visit our website at www.apisd.org/article/2375840 to read more!
Let's Go Panthers and Lady Panthers!! #WeAreAP #GrowGreatness
Are you registered to vote? Visit www.votetexas.gov to check your voter registration status, and learn how to register to vote. The deadline to register to vote in the November 4, 2025 election is Monday, October 6!
Early voting begins Monday, October 20, and continues through October 31. Learn more about APISD’s voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE), which will be on the November 4 ballot, at www.apisd.org/page/vatre.
Early voting begins Monday, October 20, and continues through October 31. Learn more about APISD’s voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE), which will be on the November 4 ballot, at www.apisd.org/page/vatre.
Reminder, Monday, September 22 is a student holiday and staff development day - no school for students! Have a great weekend Panthers!
A.C. Blunt is having a canned food drive September 15th - 19th in recognition of Hunger Awareness Month. Help support our families and community by bringing the items on the flyer to A. C. Blunt between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Together we can help our community one family at a time. Students are encouraged to bring a items to school throughout the week.
Reminder: Monday, September 1st is a student and staff holiday in observance of Labor Day!
During this last full week of summer break, we want to remind our parents and guardians, and inform all new families, of the safety protocols we use at APISD to keep students and staff safe. APISD uses the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), which provides a common language across our district and with area first responders in the event of an emergency. Over the last few days we've been highlighting each action of the SRP.
What is the SHELTER Action?
The SHELTER Action is called when specific protective actions are needed based on a threat or hazard. The actions taken by staff and students during a SHELTER will vary based on the hazard.
Examples of SHELTER Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for an SHELTER Action.
- Tornado
- Severe weather
- Wildfires
- Flooding
- Hazmat spill or release
- Earthquake
- Tsunami
Safety strategies may include:
- Evacuate to Shelter area
- Seal the room
- Drop, cover and hold
- Get to high ground
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
What is the SHELTER Action?
The SHELTER Action is called when specific protective actions are needed based on a threat or hazard. The actions taken by staff and students during a SHELTER will vary based on the hazard.
Examples of SHELTER Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for an SHELTER Action.
- Tornado
- Severe weather
- Wildfires
- Flooding
- Hazmat spill or release
- Earthquake
- Tsunami
Safety strategies may include:
- Evacuate to Shelter area
- Seal the room
- Drop, cover and hold
- Get to high ground
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
During this last full week of summer break, we want to remind our parents and guardians, and inform all new families, of the safety protocols we use at APISD to keep students and staff safe. APISD uses the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), which provides a common language across our district and with area first responders in the event of an emergency. Over the last few days we've been highlighting each action of the SRP.
What is the EVACUATE Action?
The EVACUATE Action is called when there is a need to move people from one location to another for safety reasons. EVACUATE may be on-site, or offsite, and may be resolved quickly, result in early-dismissal, or require organized reunification of students and parents/guardians at another location. During EVACUATE, all students and staff move in an orderly fashion to a safe area.
Examples of EVACUATE Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for an EVACUATE Action.
- Power outage
- Fire
- Gas leak
- Bomb threat
- Event at the school that results in the school being deemed a crime scene
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
What is the EVACUATE Action?
The EVACUATE Action is called when there is a need to move people from one location to another for safety reasons. EVACUATE may be on-site, or offsite, and may be resolved quickly, result in early-dismissal, or require organized reunification of students and parents/guardians at another location. During EVACUATE, all students and staff move in an orderly fashion to a safe area.
Examples of EVACUATE Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for an EVACUATE Action.
- Power outage
- Fire
- Gas leak
- Bomb threat
- Event at the school that results in the school being deemed a crime scene
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
During this last full week of summer break, we want to remind our parents and guardians, and inform all new families, of the safety protocols we use at APISD to keep students and staff safe. APISD uses the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), which provides a common language across our district and with area first responders in the event of an emergency. Over the next two days we'll be highlighting each action of the SRP.
What is the LOCKDOWN Action?
The LOCKDOWN Action is called when there is a threat or hazard inside the school building. LOCKDOWN uses classroom and school security actions to protect students and staff from the threat. During LOCKDOWN, students and staff move out of the line of sight of corridor windows, lights are turned off to make the room seem unoccupied, and occupants of rooms maintain silence.
Examples of LOCKDOWN Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for a LOCKDOWN Action.
- Dangerous animal within a school building
- Intruder
- An angry or violent parent, student, or other individual
- Report of a weapon
- Active assailant
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
What is the LOCKDOWN Action?
The LOCKDOWN Action is called when there is a threat or hazard inside the school building. LOCKDOWN uses classroom and school security actions to protect students and staff from the threat. During LOCKDOWN, students and staff move out of the line of sight of corridor windows, lights are turned off to make the room seem unoccupied, and occupants of rooms maintain silence.
Examples of LOCKDOWN Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for a LOCKDOWN Action.
- Dangerous animal within a school building
- Intruder
- An angry or violent parent, student, or other individual
- Report of a weapon
- Active assailant
Visit apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org for more info.
It’s almost time to Meet the Teacher and pick up your schedules, Panthers!
Meet the Teacher
A.C. Blunt: Thursday, August 7 | 4–6 PM
Elementary Schools: Monday, August 11 | 4–6:30 PM
Schedule Pick-Up
Aransas Pass High School: August 7 & 8 | 1–3 PM
We can’t wait to welcome our Panthers back to school!
Reminder: Students must be registered to receive a schedule or be assigned to a teacher.
Visit www.apisd.org/page/enrollment-registration for more information!
Meet the Teacher
A.C. Blunt: Thursday, August 7 | 4–6 PM
Elementary Schools: Monday, August 11 | 4–6:30 PM
Schedule Pick-Up
Aransas Pass High School: August 7 & 8 | 1–3 PM
We can’t wait to welcome our Panthers back to school!
Reminder: Students must be registered to receive a schedule or be assigned to a teacher.
Visit www.apisd.org/page/enrollment-registration for more information!
During this last full week of summer break, we want to remind our parents and guardians, and inform all new families, of the safety protocols we use at APISD to keep students and staff safe. APISD uses the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), which provides a common language across our district and with area first responders in the event of an emergency. Over the next three days we'll be highlighting each action of the SRP.
What is the SECURE Action?
The SECURE Action is called when there is a threat or hazard outside of the school building. SECURE uses the security of the physical facility to act as protection. During SECURE, all students and staff are brought into the secure building and all exterior doors remain locked. Classes are able to continue uninterrupted inside the building.
Examples of SECURE Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for a SECURE Action.
- An unknown or unauthorized person on the grounds
- Dangerous animal on or near the grounds
- Criminal activity in the area
- Planned police activity in the neighborhood
Visit our website at apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org to learn more.
What is the SECURE Action?
The SECURE Action is called when there is a threat or hazard outside of the school building. SECURE uses the security of the physical facility to act as protection. During SECURE, all students and staff are brought into the secure building and all exterior doors remain locked. Classes are able to continue uninterrupted inside the building.
Examples of SECURE Conditions
The following are some examples of when a school or emergency dispatch might call for a SECURE Action.
- An unknown or unauthorized person on the grounds
- Dangerous animal on or near the grounds
- Criminal activity in the area
- Planned police activity in the neighborhood
Visit our website at apisd.org/page/safety-and-security or iloveuguys.org to learn more.
