Wow!  Where did the year go?  Welcome to summer mode! I hope you are able to create great family memories and enjoy one another.

Thank you our students, families, staff, and volunteers for your love and support this school year.  It was wonderful to celebrate with you the accomplishments of our amazing Torchlighters.  The awards celebrations are reminder of the mission, vision and values of Townley Elementary.

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

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.  

Here are a few important reminders:

• Keep reading!  You can access SORA during the summer.  The Irving Public Library also has summer reading programs and experiences planned.  Check them out!  DOn;t forget you can use Beanstack to track your summer reading.

• Keep working on your math skills.  This can take place with ST Math (online with your student's dsahboard).  You can also grow in your math skills through different games: High-ho Cheery-O!  Chuttes and Ladders, Monopoly, Yatzhee, Dominos

• Stay active!  Get outside and play.  Stay safe with the summer temperatures.

Upcoming dates and events to note:

• July  - Registration for the 2026-27 school year continues

• August 6th - Meet the Teacher 4:30-6:00 pm

• August 11th- First day of School

Forever a Torchlighter: A Heartfelt Thank You!

Dear Torchlighter Families,

As we wrap up another amazing school year, we want to thank all of our Townley Torchlighters and families for your support, love, and partnership. Over the summer, continue helping your child stay sharp by reading daily, practicing math facts, writing in a journal, visiting the library, and finding fun ways to learn through everyday activities like cooking, shopping, or family games. Every little bit helps keep those growing minds active!

As many of you know, I will be retiring at the end of this school year. While this chapter is coming to a close, I will always hold the memories of our Torchlighters near and dear to my heart. It has truly been an honor to serve this incredible school community. I know our students will continue to grow, shine, and excel because they belong to the greatest school in the district!

Never forget that working as a team with your child’s teacher makes a tremendous difference. Parents will always be their child’s first and most important teacher, and your encouragement, support, and involvement help shape their future success.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your children’s journey. Once a Torchlighter, always a Torchlighter!

✨ We are a Townley Torchlighter Family!
“A child’s future is brightest when school and family walk hand in hand. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your child’s journey.
Our Torchlighters will continue to shine brighter one day at a time.” 

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” — William Butler Yeats 

Summer time is here and it's time to reset for the new year. Our students have done several amazing things this year. We have seen growth in all areas. Our teachers and students have made connections, built friendships, and shown love. We have some amazing teachers that have poured their hearts this year and went above and beyond to make sure our students got what they needed. The final day of school was filled with laughter and tears as they said goodbye to some and see you later to others. 

What can you do to keep the learning going over the summer? Have your child reading and answer questions about what they have read. You should have them reading at least 30 minutes a lease three times a week. Once they have read, look in their book and ask them questions relating to what they have read. For math, have them practice their facts and skip counting. Most teachers have sent books home for them to practice. All students can benefit from practicing doing word problems as well. Don't overwork them but don't let their minds go weak. 

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER and BE SAFE!!

“Sunshine is the best medicine for fun days and starry nights."