
It was a great day at R. Garza Elementary to connect and collaborate, and to celebrate self-expression during International Dot Day with Peter H. Reynolds.
https://youtu.be/E9NCoI1SvgQ


Emotional Intelligence
Empathy
Core Competency 4
At R. Garza Elementary, we believe that with acceptance, kindness, and strength we stand united.
Dr. Avila, School Counselor
youtu.be/hNJ-0rjkab4
Video Link and PPT Presentation
bit.ly/3xjwLie


Emotional Intelligence
Motivation
Core Competency 3
At R. Garza Elementary, we know and believe that we can do anything that we set our minds on doing.
Dr. Avila, School Counselor
https://youtu.be/kgwfmbp-7Ik
I Believe I Can
https://youtu.be/3H-Y041pTZg


Emotional Intelligence
Self Regulation
Core Competency 2
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.
Howard B. WiggleBottom Learns to Listen
Read Aloud-PreK-3rd Grade
https://youtu.be/LG-CfVsWxF4
I Can Handle It!
Read Aloud 4th-5th Grade
https://youtu.be/Nxl0fHOiAqs
Self-Regulation Skills: Why They Are Fundamental Video 4th-5th Grade https://youtu.be/m4UGDaCgo_s


Emotional Intelligence
Self Awareness
Core Competency 1
Dr. Avila, School Counselor
https://youtu.be/mb8xEjGpn2w
A Letter from Your Teacher on the First Day of School
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/d5cDeFBCeos
Mrs. Campos, School Librarian Read Aloud
youtu.be/NyjjSxlCUvA


Please join us August 18 for a presentation and discussion on safety & security measures McAllen ISD has in place for the protection of students and staff at our schools.
Join us at McAllen High School from 6-7:30pm


Core Competency 4: Empathy
Title: The Cool Bean
At R. Garza Elementary, we believe KINDNESS IS COOL.
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/qs7WOiCJnkc
Book Trailer:
https://youtu.be/Jm6X-R7b0os


It's Not Fair
Written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
At R. Garza Elementary, we know that fairness is everyone getting what they need to be their best.
https://youtu.be/jF925qEKgmM


Core Competency 1: Self Awareness
At R. Garza Elementary, we use our courage, confidence and grit to believe in ourselves.
https://youtu.be/GZMg0O3yrzU


Core Competency 3: Motivation
I Promise
Written by LeBron James
At R. Garza Elementary, we promise to be the best version of ourselves through our words and actions.
https://youtu.be/XXHn2N_8wsc


STAAR test information on Tuesday, April 26 @ 5:30 pm. Via ZOOM. Hope you join us. Información sobre el examen STAAR el martes 26 de abril a las 5:30 pm. Por ZOOM. Esperamos contar con su presencia


Core Competency 2: Self Regulation
Wilma Jean the Worry Machine
Written by Julia Cook
At R. Garza Elementary, we understand that worrying is part of life. So, we learn to identify and manage worries.
https://pleasantview.bpusd.net/apps/news/article/1212522


Our Table
Written by Peter H. Reynolds
Core Competency 1: Self Awareness
At R. Garza Elementary, we value family time and are grateful for the “gift of time shared together.”
https://youtu.be/10SoFlM4l20
Official Book Trailer
https://youtu.be/2CY7MPHe93U

Register now! McAllen ISD Mother Appreciation Night will be Thursday, May 5.
Click here: https://bit.ly/3tNIc00
¡Regístrate ahora! La Noche de Agradecimiento a las Madres de McAllen ISD será el Jueves 5 de Mayo.
Haga clic aquí: https://bit.ly/3tNIc00


Words and your heart
by: Kate Jane Neal
Core Competency 5: Social Skills
At R. Garza Elementary, we understand our actions, our words and our voices hold power.
https://youtu.be/KUd4qe317KE


UPCOMING EVENTS: APRIL 4-8
R. Garza Elementary will be having a Scholastic Book Fair and celebrating National Library Week. Please join us in celebrating these events.
Family Night Event: On Tuesday, April 5th, the book fair will be open extended hours from 4:00-6:30pm.
We highly encourage you to try our new digital payment option called eWallet. eWallet is a safe, cashless way for our students to shop our book fair.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/garzaelementaryschool5


Hey, Little Ant
Core Competency 4: Empathy
At R. Garza Elementary, we believe all living things are worthy of respect, equality and dignity.
Read Aloud:
https://youtu.be/xwWjqByviMI
What's inside an Anthill?
https://youtu.be/HedZXw_hAbs


WE'RE ALL WONDERS
Written by : R.J. Palacio
Core Competency 3: Motivation
At R. Garza Elementary, we look with kindness to everyone and everything.
Read Aloud: PK-5th
https://youtu.be/bTX7qjW4g_Q
Read Aloud: PreK-K
https://youtu.be/QhCoHZHnzrE
"Kids On Kindness"
Author talks to kids about kindness
https://youtu.be/olmM_9r-6l8


R. GARZA ELEMENTARY
FAMILY STEAM NIGHT
Join us for a fun and interactive evening of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Have fun and learn together!
WHEN: THURSDAY, MARCH 24TH
TIME: 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Location: Garza Gym


Upcoming Spring classes for parents. Parent meeting on Thursday, March 10 - 10:30 am. This meeting will be via ZOOM. Thank you! Próxima clases de primavera para padres. Reunión de padres el jueves 10 de marzo - 10:30 am. Esta reunión será a través de ZOOM. ¡Gracias!
