Reynaldo G. Garza Elementary

We are so thankful for all that our instructional paraprofessionals do. Every minute, every hour, these heroes work incredibly hard for our students, staff and campus. Please help me show them how loved they are!!! 💜🦄

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Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 5 Social Skills What are social skills? The ability to interact with others through positive communication and listening. At R. Garza Elementary, we use our strengths, interests, and talents to make a positive change in our community. The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes: A Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Promote Self Esteem Written by Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein Reflection Question: When making a mistake with your school work, what is the best way to manage your mistake as an opportunity for learning?

Please help us show our wonderful librarian, Ms. Campos, how loved & appreciated she is. Happy National School Librarian Day! We love you! Have a wonderful day! 💜🦄

Texas Education Agency 2022 Federal Report Card http://bit.ly/40Tiipy

2021-22 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) http://bit.ly/3ztQbSb

Garza Elementary wants to thank our fabulous Assistant Principal and Student Learning Facilitator for all they do for our students, teachers, staff, parents and community. You all are the best! 💜🦄

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. Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger Written by Elizabeth Cole Read Aloud https://youtu.be/3lzwcdviasU Reflection Questions What makes you different from others? How do those differences make you feel happy and free?

R. Garza Elementary will be having a Scholastic Book Fair this week Monday, March 27th to Friday March 31st Sign up for E-Wallet. E-Wallet is a secure, cash-free way for your child to shop the fair. Simply create a free account, preauthorize a spending limit, and have funds immediately available for your child to shop during our book fair. We also accept cash and credit cards. Mark your calendar: Family Night Event-Tuesday, 4 to 6 p.m. Your family can shop together and enjoy our great selection of books! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/garzaelementaryschool5

We are super excited and looking forward to seeing all of you at our LITERACY NIGHT tomorrow! Check out some of the goodies we have prepared for our unicorns! Thursday, March 23rd 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the gym. Gooooo unicorns! 💜🦄

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, we know and believe that we can do anything that we set our minds to do. Confidence is my Superpower Written by Alicia Ortega Read Aloud https://youtu.be/7bLRZe4krNI Reflection Question In the story, Leo uses his affirmations to grow his confidence. What are some affirmations that build your CONFIDENCE? TRY THESE... I Am Important! I Can Do New Things. I Can Choose. I Am Brave!

Two of our unicorns, Saul Garcia and Livia Lozano, represented Garza Elementary at the board meeting last night for the GT Awareness Proclamation Reading. Gooo unicorns! 💜🦄

Don’t forget to rock your socks tomorrow for World Down Syndrome Day!

R. GARZA LITERACY NIGHT "Grab Your Hat and Read with the Cat!" It's a Seussville Celebration! Join us at our Garza Literacy Night on Thursday, March 23rd 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the gym.

Felicidades a Rogelio Castillo por haber ganado el PRIMER lugar de nivel 2nd/3rd grado!! We are super proud of you, Rogelio! Gooo unicorns! 💜🦄

Let's get some well-deserved rest. We will see you back Monday, March 20 ready to learn! Goooo Unicorns!

Wishing the best of luck to Ella and Rogelio in the their Torneo de Ortografía Division!!! Goooo unicorns!

Best of luck to our unicorns as they compete today at the district’s track meet. Goooo unicorns! 💜🦄

Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 2 Self Regulation What is self regulation? The ability to manage your thoughts, behavior, emotions, and body movements according to the situation. At R. Garza Elementary, we learn to sort and define our emotions and make the right choices. What If Everybody Did That? Written by Ellen Javernick Read Aloud: This book shows how each person's actions have consequences one way or another. https://youtu.be/e_m1be4UX5o Reflection Question Why is it important for you to make the right choices?

R. Garza Elementary celebrates Read Across America with Dr. Seuss! Many students dressed the part!