
We are super excited and looking forward to seeing all of you at our LITERACY NIGHT tomorrow! Check out some of the goodies we have prepared for our unicorns!
Thursday, March 23rd
5:00 to 6:30 pm in the gym.
Gooooo unicorns! 💜🦄




Emotional Intelligence
Core Competency 3
Motivation
What is motivation?
The ability to work toward a goal and finish it even when it is challenging.
At R. Garza, we know and believe that we can do anything that we set our minds to do.
Confidence is my Superpower
Written by Alicia Ortega
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/7bLRZe4krNI
Reflection Question
In the story, Leo uses his affirmations to grow his confidence. What are some affirmations that build your CONFIDENCE?
TRY THESE...
I Am Important!
I Can Do New Things.
I Can Choose.
I Am Brave!


Two of our unicorns, Saul Garcia and Livia Lozano, represented Garza Elementary at the board meeting last night for the GT Awareness Proclamation Reading. Gooo unicorns! 💜🦄



Don’t forget to rock your socks tomorrow for World Down Syndrome Day!


R. GARZA LITERACY NIGHT
"Grab Your Hat and Read with the Cat!"
It's a Seussville Celebration!
Join us at our Garza Literacy Night on Thursday, March 23rd 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the gym.


Felicidades a Rogelio Castillo por haber ganado el PRIMER lugar de nivel 2nd/3rd grado!!
We are super proud of you, Rogelio! Gooo unicorns! 💜🦄


Let's get some well-deserved rest. We will see you back Monday, March 20 ready to learn! Goooo Unicorns!


Wishing the best of luck to Ella and Rogelio in the their Torneo de Ortografía Division!!! Goooo unicorns!


Best of luck to our unicorns as they compete today at the district’s track meet. Goooo unicorns! 💜🦄



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.
What If Everybody Did That?
Written by Ellen Javernick
Read Aloud:
This book shows how each person's actions have consequences one way or another.
https://youtu.be/e_m1be4UX5o
Reflection Question
Why is it important for you to make the right choices?


R. Garza Elementary celebrates Read Across America with Dr. Seuss! Many students dressed the part!










Garza parents, please help us complete our survey. Your input is important to us. Thank you!
Padres de Garza, por favor ayúdennos a completar nuestra encuesta. Su opinión es importante para nosotros. ¡Gracias!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XL3JHYV


R. Garza Elementary is raising money for the American Heart Association. Click the link below to view the kick-off video.
https://drive.google.com.mcas.ms/file/d/12yJhaftpzg2IjhHNeWPERLflAca-IcaQ/view
Anyone who raises $100 or more will get to slime some of our staff members. In addition, if Garza reaches its goal of raising $6000, Coach Chavez will color his hair and beard.


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.
The Cat on the Mat: All About Mindfulness
Written by Bonnie Worth
Read Aloud by Dr. Pat Avila, School Counselor
https://youtu.be/K5XE232CLhg
Reflection Question
Write and illustrate one thing which helps you stay calm and focused on learning.


Emotional Intelligence Core Competency 5
Social Skills
At R. Garza Elementary, we use our strengths, interests, and talents to make a positive change in our community.
Clark the Shark
Written by Bruce Hale
Reflection Question
How does your behavior affect others?


Dyslexia-related information for Parents and Guardians:
Early intervention is key to developing literacy skills for all students. Attached are important dates, resources and where to find Dyslexia-related information.



UPCOMING EVENT:
Monday, February 27th- Friday, March 3rd
R. Garza Elementary will be celebrating Read Across America with Dr. Seuss! Get ready to celebrate and dress the part!


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.
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
Written by Eileen Spinelli
Read Aloud
https://youtu.be/AGAS_Aj85cA
Reflection Question:
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?


UPCOMING EVENT
Tuesday, February 28th 3 to 10 p.m.
Iced Cube Mexican Street Eats
Join us for Garza Spirit Night!
30% of all sales will benefit Garza Elementary PTO


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Garza Student Council is sponsoring a
LOVE-A-PET
DONATION DRIVE
February 6-10
Please help us help them!❤️🐾❤️
THANK YOU!
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