Garza Family Picnic Success! Huge shout-out to our amazing PTO, families, and staff for making it a memorable day. Special thanks to Mrs. Tijerina for capturing the joy in these fantastic collages.
Congratulations to our Garza representatives, Maria Fernanda and Edaniel, for an outstanding performance at the District Spanish Spelling Bee. 🐝📚 Best of luck as they move on to compete at the regional competition at UTRGV.
Emotional Intelligence
Core Competency 3
Motivation
DAILY QUOTES TO KEEP YOU ON TRACK THIS WEEK
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.
CLASSROOM and HOME Discussion and Writing Prompts
Questions to ask at the END of YOUR DAY: Reflect on your thinking, learning, and work today. What were you most proud of? Where did you encounter struggles today, and what did you do to deal with it? What about your thinking, learning, or work today brought you the most satisfaction?
R. Garza Elementary is having a Spring Scholastic Book Fair Monday, March 4th through Friday, March 8th.
Mark your calendar — our Family Night Event is Monday, March 4th, from 4:00 to 6:30 P.M
Choose to "Go Cash Free” and set up a student eWallet. To get started scan the QR code or visit the URL provided.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/garzaelementaryschool5
Friendly reminder, parent meeting today Wednesday, February 28 at 5:30 pm. Mrs. Valenzuela, Principal will be presenting the Federal Report Card and the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The meeting will via Zoom. Scan QR Code to join meeting or click link to join meeting:
https://mcallenisd-net.zoom.us/j/7799593751?pwd=U2N1bW0xeWpsUklwOEpjMEZBa2NoUT09
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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.
Book Companion:
My Many Colored Days
Written by Dr. Seuss
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/lB9rwHWL6zQ
CLASSROOM and HOME
Discussion and Writing Prompts
My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss uses a variety of colors and animals to depict various emotions and feelings. Dr. Seuss helps you to make connections to your own emotions.
Think about these questions after you listen to the read aloud:
*What color are you feeling today?
*What will you do with that feeling?
*If it is not your favorite feeling, then how will you self regulate to get to feeling happy?
We can’t wait to see you at open house tomorrow from 5:00-6:30pm.
Students turning our school into a sea of green for Dr. Seuss Week! 🎉👒 Today’s theme: Green Eggs and Ham!
Celebrate Read Across America and all things literacy with Reading with Dr. Seuss. Join us for Spirit Dress Up Days February 26th - March 1st.
Our Science Palooza is in full swing this morning! Our 5th grade students are enjoying a full morning of learning while having fun! Goooo unicorns! 💙🩶🦄
Coming Soon Near You!
CALLING ALL SPACE EXPLORERS!
3..2..1..BLAST OFF!
"A Night Under the Stars" SPACE STEAM Night
Come and explore our STAR lab and other space stations.
When: Thursday, March 21st
Time: 5:00 to 6:30 PM
Location: Garza Gym
"A Night Under the Stars" Space STEAM Night
https://bit.ly/3wlSzw4
Coming soon! Please don't forget to scan the QR code to create your e-wallet 💜
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.
Book Companion
The Smart Cookie
Written by Jory John
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/4inCPfTEQoo
CLASSROOM and HOME Discussion and Writing Prompts
When learning new knowledge is hard for you in the classroom, instead of worrying, what are steps you can do to be successful? What kind of mindset do you need to try something new?
Upcoming Event: Read Across America
Celebrate all things literacy with Reading with Dr. Seuss. Join us for Spirit Dress Up Days February 26th - March 1st.
Dressed in hues of love and kindness! Our students are spreading joy this Valentine's Day with heartwarming outfits and acts of kindness. ❤️🩷
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.
Book Companion
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
Written by Eileen Spinelli
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/AGAS_Aj85cA
CLASSROOM AND HOME
Discussion and Writing Prompts
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?
How can we practice KINDNESS at school?
How can we practice KINDNESS at home?
School’s out, but the learning party doesn’t stop! Big cheers to our amazing students who stayed afterschool for an extra dose of brilliance. 💙🤍💙🤍
We hope you have had a wonderful week, Dr. Avila! You are loved and appreciated! 💜
🎉 Congratulations to our January students of the month! Keep up the fantastic work!
