Dear Mozart Elementary Families,

The second semester is off to a strong start and has already been jam-packed with intentional instruction and meaningful student learning. Our teachers continue to plan purposeful, engaging lessons that support student progress and academic growth across all grade levels.

Daily attendance plays a critical role in student success. When students are present and on time, they are able to fully engage in instruction and take advantage of valuable learning opportunities. We also encourage families to support student participation in our after-school tutoring programs. These sessions provide additional academic support, targeted instruction, and valuable practice that help reinforce classroom learning.

Motivation from home makes a powerful difference. Encouraging your child to attend school daily, participate in tutoring when needed, and stay committed to learning helps build confidence and long-term success.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together to ensure a successful and productive semester for all students.

Respectfully,

Maria Cantu

Mozart Elementary Core Values

Supporting Our Core Values at Home

At Mozart Elementary, we work every day to help students live out our core values: Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful. These values guide our expectations, shape our school culture, and help students develop strong habits that will serve them well in and out of the classroom. Your partnership in reinforcing these messages at home makes a tremendous difference.

Here are a few simple ways families can help support these core values:

Be Safe

• Talk with your child about safe choices—online, at home, and in the community.

• Establish routines like consistent bedtimes, healthy meals, and safe technology use.

• Encourage them to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.

Be Responsible

• Help your child practice responsibility by setting up a spot for their backpack, homework, and school materials.

• Encourage them to take ownership of their actions, finish tasks, and ask for help when needed.

• Model responsibility by following through on commitments and showing how to manage time.
  
  

Be Respectful

• Practice active listening at home—taking turns speaking and acknowledging others’ feelings.

• Encourage your child to use kind words and show empathy toward family members, friends, and classmates.

• Model respectful communication, even during disagreements.

When students see these values emphasized both at home and at school, they learn that these expectations are not just rules, but lifelong skills. Thank you for your partnership and support in helping our students grow into safe, responsible, and respectful young people. Together, we build a strong and caring school community.

 Mental Health Matters

Mozart Counseling Services

• Individual counseling (academic, social, or emotional concerns)

• Small Group counseling

• Classroom guidance lessons

• Crisis response and coordination with families outside providers

• Referral support for outside therapy, community resources, and special education services

 Mental Health Supports

District Level Support:

• Social Work Services: Our district social workers are here to support students and families with a range of needs-social, emotional, behavioral, and other challenges. They also help connect families to community resources to make sure students have the support they need to thrive.

• Community & Outside Agency Supports: When additional support is needed, families may be connected with local mental health providers or community agencies that offer counseling, therapy, and other resources tailored to the student’s needs.

Campus Level Support:

• TCHATT (Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine): Students and families can access telehealth mental health services, including counseling and behavioral support, from the convenience of home or school.

 Mozart Servicios de Consejeria

• Consejeria individual (para problemas académicos, sociales o emocionales)

• Consejeria en grupos pequeños

• Clases de educacion emocional

• Respuesta a crisis y coordinación con las familias y proveedores externos

• Apoyo para la derivación a terapia externa, recursos comunitarios y servicios de educación especial
  
  Apoyo a la salud mental
  Apoyo a nivel de distrito:

• Servicios de trabajo social: Nuestros trabajadores sociales del distrito están aquí para apoyar a los estudiantes y sus familias con diversas necesidades: sociales, emocionales, conductuales y otros desafíos. También ayudan a conectar a las familias con recursos comunitarios para garantizar que los estudiantes reciban el apoyo que necesitan para desarrollarse plenamente.

• Apoyo de la comunidad y agencias externas: Cuando se necesita apoyo adicional, las familias pueden conectarse con proveedores locales de salud mental o agencias comunitarias que ofrecen asesoramiento, terapia y otros recursos adaptados a las necesidades del estudiante.

Apoyo a nivel escolar:

• TCHATT (Acceso a la salud infantil de Texas a través de la telemedicina): Los estudiantes y sus familias pueden acceder a servicios de salud mental por telemedicina, incluyendo asesoramiento y apoyo conductual, desde la comodidad de su hogar o la escuela.

Every Minute Matters at Mozart Elementary

At Mozart Elementary, we know that every minute of learning counts! When students arrive late, leave early, or miss a day, they miss valuable instruction, discussions, and activities that support both academic and social growth. Even small amounts of missed time can make it harder for students to stay on track, as key lessons and practice opportunities are difficult to make up later. Over time, those few minutes here and there truly add up.

We understand that appointments and family needs sometimes can’t be avoided. Whenever possible, please try to schedule these outside of school hours and help your child be at school on time and ready to learn each day.

Reminders

• Instruction begins at 8:00 a.m. Please ensure students arrive on time so they are ready to start the day and not miss valuable learning.

• Dismissal is at 3:45 p.m. Parents, please make the necessary arrangements to have students picked up promptly at dismissal time.

• Early pick-up cut-off time is 3:00 p.m. To minimize classroom interruptions and ensure a smooth end to the school day, early dismissals must occur before this time.

Thank you for your cooperation and support to ensure every student has the best opportunity to succeed!

First Grade Fun:

Wonderful things are happening in first grade! Students are learning alongside their peers through class discussions, small group activities, and play. Our classrooms are friendly, engaging, and filled with meaningful learning every day. It truly is an awesome time to be a first grader! 

💯🎉 100 Days of Learning, Laughter, and Growth! 🎉💯

Today, our four incredible 5th grade classes celebrated the 100th day of school! From the very first day to day 100, our students have grown so much—academically, socially, and emotionally. ❤️📚 They’ve worked hard, supported one another, and shared countless smiles along the way. This special day was a joyful reminder of how far they’ve come and how proud we are of each and every one of them. Here’s to 100 days of memories and many more still to come! ✨🎈  

Our Mini Knightettes proudly took part in the groundbreaking ceremony of the Mozart Early Childhood Center. It was an honor to have our girls represent and celebrate such a special moment for our community. 💙✨