We are off to a great start!  Thank you, families, for supporting the community by crossing crosswalks and staying in your cars during arrival and dismissal.  Please continue to be mindful of the school zone with speed and staying off your cell phone.  We have several pedestrian crossings near the campus, and our students range from 4-year-olds to 11-year-olds.  Thank you for paying attention to those serving as crossing guards at these intersections.  The exit out the front drive is a right turn only from 7:00-8:00am and again 3:00-4:00pm.  We want everyone to stay safe when coming to and leaving campus.  Thank you again for your diligence in keeping our Torchlighter community safe.

Within the building, we have been talking about our routines and setting goals.  Beginning of the year, students are participating in a variety of assessments to see where they are starting. Teachers will talk with students about the results and set goals.  We believe in taking the time to set goals and when we achieve growth, we celebrate.  Students who are new to Townley are receiving a special keychain to hold their spirit sticks.  Spirit sticks are one way we celebrate our students' successes.  We also celebrate our students who show responsibility, respect, and readiness with Golden Tickets.  Students will have goal folders in their classroom to set goals for the year and track growth.  I cannot wait to see how we grow this school year!

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 dates and 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.  

• Students dress in uniform.  Fridays are Townley Spirit Day.  Students are welcome to wear Townley t-shirts, Irving ISD shirts, college t-shirts or uniform polos and blue jeans, no holes.  We will notify families of additional dress days throughout the school year. 

• Dismissal Safety Protocols:  Students will stay in the building if they are car riders or parent walk ups.  You must have a tag to pick up your child during the dismissal process for car riders and parent pick-ups.  Please remain in your car or at the designated Parent Walk-Up Station. Car Tags are for car riders only.  Car Tags will not be used for the Parent Walk-Up Station.  Thank you for your patience as we work to get everyone home safely.

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

• Cell Phones: We’re so proud of our students for doing a great job last year following the rules.

• Students should not use cell phones or any other electronic devices during the school day, in line with district and campus policies.

• All personal devices, including cell phones and smartphones, must be turned off while on campus and kept in their backpack.

• If a student is found using their phone during school hours, it will be collected and taken to the front office. A parent or guardian will need to come to the school to pick up the device.

• For more detailed information, you can refer to our Student Code of Conduct.

Important Dates:

• August 31- 5th grade MAP Science and PreK Circle beginning of year assessments start

• Sept. 1- K-5 MAP Reading beginning of year assessment start

• Sept. 2 - K-5 MAP Math beginning of year assessment start

• Sept. 7 - Student and staff holiday

• Sept. 10 - Volunteer Orientation/10:00am ZOOM

• Sept. 10 - Title 1 Meeting via ZOOM at 4:30pm

• Sept. 14 - Grandparents' Day Activity at 7:00-7:30am in Townley's Cafeteria

• Sept. 14 - College Week- Look for the flyer with special dress

• Sept. 15 - Kickoff for Hispanic Heritage Month- students can dress in attire to celebrate Hispanic Hertiage Month

• Sept. 17 - Parent Bond Meeting 5:00-5:30pm/ PTA/All Pro Dad Loteria Family Night 5:30-6:30pm

• Sept. 21- Coffee with Administrators and Title 1 Meeting/8:30am in Parent Center

• Sept. 22 - Know how to use HAC for upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences: ZOOM 9am English and 10am Spanish sessions 

• Sept. 25 - Report Cards Post in HAC

• Oct. 2 - Picture Day

Data, Data, Data - This is a key word for growth. We have started testing already so that we can get clear picture of our students' levels at the beginning of the year. We need your to talk to your child about how they are feeling about the content and if and where are they struggling when it comes to the lesson content. The B.O.Y. MAP tests is the beginning of the year test in Reading, Math, Science (5th), PE (3rd-5th), Music & Art (2nd & 5th). This data will help teachers understand the academic successes your child is showing and the areas that they need help. You can feel free to talk with your child's teacher about how your child did on these assessments and how you can help them at home.

Attendance is very important. All students need to be in school Everyday on time. The tardy bell rings at 7:45 am. If your child arrives at this time or afterwards, your child is late and you need to come and sign your child in. There are consequences if your child is late three or more times because they are missing instructional minutes that will need to be made up. Also, school is over at 3:15 pm and all students need to be picked up by 3:30 pm. Thank you so much for allowing us to educate your child this year and you partnering with us.  

“Things get done only if the data we gather can inform and inspire those in a position to make difference.”

― Mike Schmoker, 

This is not a commitment of time, it is simply supporting the organization that supports Townley.

ALL MONEY from memberships goes right back to Townley. (teacher appreciation and fun students events)

Parents will have the opportunity to come and enjoy lunch with their Torchlighter toward the end of September. Families are more than welcome to bring outside food for their lunch visit. Due to limited seating, we will be sending out a sign-up link for each grade level. Sign-ups will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. All families will enjoy lunch with their child in the designated outdoor area at the picnic tables.

To ensure that all families have an opportunity to visit, we kindly ask that you limit lunch visits with your child to no more than once per month. We appreciate your consideration and cooperation in helping us make this opportunity available to everyone.

We will send out the sign-up link in mid-September. We look forward to welcoming you!