Garza parents, please help us complete our survey. Your input is important to us. Thank you!
Padres de Garza, por favor ayúdennos a completar nuestra encuesta. Su opinión es importante para nosotros. ¡Gracias!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XL3JHYV
R. Garza Elementary is raising money for the American Heart Association. Click the link below to view the kick-off video.
https://drive.google.com.mcas.ms/file/d/12yJhaftpzg2IjhHNeWPERLflAca-IcaQ/view
Anyone who raises $100 or more will get to slime some of our staff members. In addition, if Garza reaches its goal of raising $6000, Coach Chavez will color his hair and beard.
Emotional Intelligence
Core Competency 1
Self-Awareness
What is self-awareness?
The ability to know your character, thoughts, actions and emotions.
At R. Garza Elementary, we are a community of learners who are accepted, loved and safe.
The Cat on the Mat: All About Mindfulness
Written by Bonnie Worth
Read Aloud by Dr. Pat Avila, School Counselor
https://youtu.be/K5XE232CLhg
Reflection Question
Write and illustrate one thing which helps you stay calm and focused on learning.
Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 5
Social Skills
At R. Garza Elementary, we use our strengths, interests, and talents to make a positive change in our community.
Clark the Shark
Written by Bruce Hale
Reflection Question
How does your behavior affect others?
Dyslexia-related information for Parents and Guardians:
Early intervention is key to developing literacy skills for all students. Attached are important dates, resources and where to find Dyslexia-related information.
UPCOMING EVENT:
Monday, February 27th- Friday, March 3rd
R. Garza Elementary will be celebrating Read Across America with Dr. Seuss! Get ready to celebrate and dress the part!
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.
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
Written by Eileen Spinelli
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/AGAS_Aj85cA
Reflection Question:
Random acts of kindness can cheer someone up when they least expect it.
How can YOUR ACTS OF KINDNESS
change how others feel and act?
UPCOMING EVENT
Tuesday, February 28th 3 to 10 p.m.
Iced Cube Mexican Street Eats
Join us for Garza Spirit Night!
30% of all sales will benefit Garza Elementary PTO
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Garza Student Council is sponsoring a
LOVE-A-PET
DONATION DRIVE
February 6-10
Please help us help them!❤️🐾❤️
THANK YOU!
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Join the FUN! PTO is sponsoring a Glowing Dance Party on Friday, February 17th during the students' PE times. Admission is $5.00.
PTO encourages students to wear white or neon colors. Our Garza Unicorns are excited and looking forward to a great time! 💜
Join us in honoring our school counselors this week, National School Counseling Week. Our school counselors, Dr. Pat G. Ávila and Mrs. Karla Chamberlain implement a comprehensive school counseling program. A vital part of the educational process for all students as they meet the challenges of the 21st century. Together with our teachers, staff and administration they serve an important role in college and career readiness and in helping students examine their talents, strengths, abilities, and interests.
Thank You to our school counselors, Dr. Ávila and Mrs. Chamberlain for helping our Garza Unicorns DREAM BIG! Happy Counselors’ Week! Goooo Unicorns!
Saturday Camp 2 was a success! Our unicorns had a great time learning and having fun. We can’t wait for our next one! 💜🦄
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.
I Just Don't Like the Sound of NO!
Written by Julia Cook
Read Aloud:
https://youtu.be/lxAhH7c2wjM
Educational Video:
Coping Skills For Kids- Managing Feelings & Emotions for Elementary -Middle School Self-Regulation
https://youtu.be/Vs-MyQgfH3A
Reflection Question:
When told "NO" what is the RESPECTFUL way for you to respond?
Join us in celebrating 100 Days of School this Thursday, February 2nd!
We invite our students and staff to wear 100-day/item shirts or dress up as a 100-year old!
Let's have fun celebrating 100 amazing days of learning! We can’t wait to see how creative all will be!
Congrats to these chess players who scored really well and brought some trophies! Woo hoo!
Way to go, Jasen who placed 4th in the elementary division and David Vasquez, who placed 9th in the primary JV division.
Incredibly proud of our unicorn chess teams!
Garza Elementary would like to thank Mr. Marco Suarez for sponsoring us in the Superintendent’s Bowling for Kids Tournament. 💜🦄
Congrats, K1 Unicorn Chess Team, on your third place team win!
Way to go, Jakob Loya, on placing first!
You all are awesome! Goooo unicorns! 💜🦄
Wishing our unicorn Chess team the best as they compete today in the K1, primary and elementary division! Goooo unicorns! 💜🦄
Congratulations to our very own, Saul Garcia, for placing in the top 8 at today’s district Spelling Bee!
He was notified the night before he had to come in to represent, and he did so well! We are super proud of you!
Parent Symposium at McAllen High School, today, Thursday, January 26 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Registration link: https://parentsymposium2022a.sched.com/
Simposio para Padres hoy jueves, 26 de enero en McAllen High School de 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Enlace de registro: https://parentsymposium2022a.sched.com/
