Thank you to all who participated in this year's Torch Run.  The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics engages law enforcement worldwide, championing acceptance and inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities, starting first with their own communities. Since its inception, LETR has raised over 900 million dollars and changed millions of attitudes. IPD has been recognized at the state level for their involvement.   Once again, Townley was so generous.   Thank you for the kindness that was given to this event.

If your child purchased a 2025 Torch Run t-shirt, they can wear their shirt with jeans throughout the remainder of the year on Thursdays.   It's awesome to see students and staff dressed in their shirts on Thursdays.

We are starting our awards ceremonies earlier this year.  We have also split most grade levels due to the size and this allows students to be able to have up to 4 guests in attendance at their awards ceremony.  Students who are school age will not be permitted during the awards, nor will students who attend Townley will be allowed to be pulled from class to attend another awards ceremony.

We have several learning expereinces coming to students in the month of May, plus teachers are still teaching to not only close gaps, but prepare students for the next grade level.  May also has several end of year assessments so we can see students' progress from the full school year. 

Thank you for continuing to keep the lines of communication open between your family and our staff.  We are all working together to grow your child and we are grateful to be a part of your child's educational journey.  

Our Mission: At Townley, we ensure that all Torchlighters will learn and grow. 

Our Vision: Torchlighters will shine brighter one day at a time. 

We value:  Relationships, Kindness & Gratitude, Empathy, Perseverance & Growth, Respectfulness, Responsibility, and A Positive Learning Environment

Here are a few important reminders:

• School hours are 7:45am - 3:15pm.  Cafeteria Doors open at 7:15 for all students; other doors open at 7:30 for student arrival.   We do not have extra staff to stand and wait with students at the different doors.  If your child arrives before the 7:30 bell, they will need to go to the cafeteria where we have staff available to monitor students.

• Fridays are Townley Spirit Day.  Students are welcomed to wear Townley t-shirts, college t-shirts or uniform polos and blue jeans.  No holes in blue jeans.  Please check district dress code.

• Dismissal:  Thank you for helping your child learn their car rider number.  It is helping us speed up the car line.  Please continue to pull up when guided by the staff.  Those car riders left at 3:30 will need to be picked up in the front office.  If there is a change in how your child is getting home, please reach out the office and your child's teacher no later than noon.

• Students will not be released after 2:30. If you are picking up your child from school before 2:30, you will need your ID.  

Upcoming dates and events to note:

• May 2: Career Day- special dress day

• May 9:  Field Day

• May 14: All of PreK Awards at 8:30am

• May 14: Kinder Bilingual Awards (Duran, Carrington Frias) @ 1:30pm

• May 15: Kinder Monolingual Awards (Darson-Perez, Rincon, Stiegler) @ 1:30pm

• May 16: Armstong's Class Awards @8:30am

• May 16: Vela's Class Awards @1:30pm

• May 19: 1st grade Bilingual Awards (Salazar, Moncada, Vasquez) @8:30am

• May 19: 2nd grade Bilingual Awards (Eleocadio, Asencio, Hernandez) @1:30pm

• May 20: 1st grade Monolingual Awards (Spray, Carmona, Medrano) @8:30am

• May 20: 2nd grade Monolingual Awards (Cox, Scott, Flores) @1:30pm 

• May 21: 3rd grade Bilingual Awards  (Armenta, Montes, Martinez) @8:30am

• May 21: 3rd grade Monolingual Awards (Fields, Coleman, Dusbabek) @1:30pm

• May 22: 4th grade Bilingual Awards  (Ramirez, Johnsen, Chavez) @8:30am

• May 22: 4th grade Monolingual Awards (Hinojosa, Craft, Rodriguez) @1:30pm

• May 23:  5th grade Bilingual Awards (Trevizo and Perez) @8:30am

• May 23: 5th grade Monolingual Awards (Reyes, Parham, Martinez) @1:30pm

• May 26: Student Holiday

• May 27: 5th grade celebration day

• May 29: Last day of school (full day)- 5th grade clap out!

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s important to help your child finish strong by maintaining routines and encouraging consistent effort. Staying focused during these final weeks helps reinforce everything they’ve learned and sets them up for success next year. Please continue to support good attendance, set aside time for reading at home, and talk with your child about their goals for the last day of school. Your partnership makes a big difference in keeping students motivated and confident through the final stretch! 

As we wrap up the school year, we also want to wish all our families a safe, healthy, and joyful summer break! While it’s tempting to rely on screens for entertainment, we encourage you to explore fun and free activities that keep your child active and engaged. Visit your local library for books and summer reading programs, take nature walks, have outdoor picnics, or create art projects with items around the house. Helping your child stay curious and creative over the summer can make a big difference when they return to school in the fall. 

Until Next Year...

🔥 Kim Rivera 🔥
Assistant Principal

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela

Dear Parents,

I want to say thank you for supporting your child and the children of Townley during our STAAR Testing season. We have completed all STAAR Testing and we are ready to head towards the finishing line. Parents please remember that learning is yet going on each day and that we yet need your child at school on time and focused. The teachers have several concepts they need to teach before the year is up and we wouldn't want your child to miss out on any of the learning. Another thing to keep in mind is that Spring and Summer fever is running high and students are feeling the excitement of break. With this in mind, please remind your child(ren) to remember the school rules and expectations. Our goals are to educate your child and to keep all children safe. So, please have a conversation with your child(ren) letting them know to continue to follow the rules, focus in class, and complete all assignments.

Parents we also have workbooks available for you to have for this summer that could help your child stay engaged in learning and preparing for next school year. If you would like to gather workbooks for your child, please let your child's homeroom teacher know. Again, thank you for all of your support this school year.

“I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.” —Mark Twain