Reynaldo G. Garza Elementary

Congratulations to our very own, Dr. Pat Avila, on being a two-time CREST Award recipient! We are incredibly proud of you and all that you do for our students! 💙🩶🦄

We would like to thank all law enforcement officers for serving and protecting our community every day. Thank you to Officer Solis for always looking out for our students and staff. You are one-of-a-kind! 💙🩶🦄

Our halls turned into a PJ runway today! Unicorns embracing ultimate comfort as they kick off winter break in style!

Congratulations to Julianna and Theo! They won the perfect attendance first semester raffle, and each won a bike with the safety gear! Thank you, McAllen PD, for your generous donation! #attendancematters #gounicorns

🎄✨ Embracing festive vibes at school! Unicorns bringing holiday cheer with their favorite attire on dress-up days!

Early Release this Friday! 💙🩶🦄

Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 4 Empathy What is empathy? The ability to understand and share the thinking and emotions of others. At R. Garza Elementary, we believe that with acceptance, kindness, and strength we stand united. School wide Message by Dr. Avila, School Counselor https://youtu.be/iuQkwQ3h8HA Read Aloud https://youtu.be/XWA0m7tJj-s Altruism is giving from the bottom of your heart without expecting anything in return. CLASSROOM and HOME Discussion and Writing Prompts Some people say that "it is better to give than receive." Is this true? Why is it true for you? If not true, then why?

Today’s lucky winners! They had to answer some music trivia since it was “Dress as your Favorite Holiday Song”. We can’t see what adventures we get into tomorrow! After all, it’s Elf Day! 🎄💙🩶🦄

🎶🌟 Unicorns brought the holiday tunes to life in the most AMAZING way! 🎄🎵 From vibrant 'Jingle Bell Rock' ensembles to sparkly 'Santa Clause is Coming to Town' costumes, their creativity was off the charts! 🎅👗🎉 Kudos to these imaginative minds for making our dress-up days merry & bright!

Our sweet TBall team! Thank you, Coach Chavez and Coach Minnie, for leading this team! Goooo unicorns! 💙🩶🦄

GARZA WON 4-0 against Castañeda at today's soccer game! We are super proud of our unicorns! Keep it up, boys! Thank you, Coach Mercado! 💙🩶🦄

Spreading holiday cheer or mischief? 🎄👀 Our Unicorns turned into little Grinches for dress-up day at school today! The halls echoed with laughter and green antics. Who knew the Grinch could look so adorable? 💚💚

Unicorns rocking red and white, turning the halls into a candy cane wonderland!

🏆 Congratulations, Zoe! 🐝 You're the Spelling Bee Champion at Garza Elementary, showcasing incredible dedication and skill. 🐝 Kudos to Jose for being the alternate. A round of applause to all the competitors for their hard work – every word spelled was a triumph! 📚🐝

🎄 Spreading festive cheer at school! 🌟 Today's dress-up day brought out the holiday spirit with students rocking their ugliest Christmas sweaters. 😂👕 Who knew looking "ugly" could be so much fun? 🤩

Big shoutout to our amazing parent volunteers who stepped up today to cover classes, allowing our hardworking teachers to savor a well-deserved Christmas luncheon! 🌟 Your support is truly appreciated!

Today's dress-up theme: PLAID! 😍 Check out these stylish students rocking the holiday spirit in patterns that sleigh! 🌟

🦌 Spreading festive vibes at school today! Unicorns brought the Christmas magic with antlers and red noses – the perfect combo of holiday cheer! 🎄✨🦌

Capture the Moments! Order your Garza Yearbook Online Now! Go to www.buytheyearbook.com School code 718107 Early Bird Discount ends January 26th. Memories are Forever! Purchase Student brag ads online $125 Full page $65 Half Page

Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 3 Motivation What is motivation? The ability to work toward a goal and finish it even when it is challenging. At R. Garza Elementary, we know and believe that we can do anything that we set our minds to do. At R. Garza Elementary, we use our strengths, interests and talents to make a positive change in our community. Book Companion The Joyful Book Written by Todd Parr Read Aloud https://youtu.be/doFflR0CN3c CLASSROOM and HOME Discussion and Writing Prompts When do you feel joy? Who makes you feel joyful? What activities do you like that make you feel joyful? Reading makes me feel joyful!