Today we celebrate our wonderful principal, Mrs. Caldwell, and all that she does for our McAuliffe family. Your leadership, dedication, encouragement, and genuine care for our students and staff make a difference every single day.
Thank you for leading with heart, supporting our teachers, and always keeping our students at the center of what we do. We are incredibly grateful for everything you do to make McAuliffe Elementary a special place to learn, grow, and thrive.
Please join us in wishing Mrs. Caldwell a very Happy National Principals Month! We appreciate you more than you know! ❤️🤍💙
Happy World Teachers’ Day! 🍎
Help us celebrate our wonderful teachers and staff this coming Monday, October 5th, as we recognize all that they do for our students and our school community! 💙⭐
Let’s make sure our amazing teachers and staff feel loved, valued, and appreciated for their hard work, dedication, and commitment every day. 💐❤️
#WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers #McAuliffeChallengers
Thank you for all you do for our students and for being such an important part of the McAuliffe family. We hope you have a fantastic birthday! ❤️🤍💙
Aulas, en la app de McAllen ISD, es una excelente forma de mantenerte conectado e informado. El maestro de tu hijo comparte noticias del campus, actualizaciones importantes y actividades en el aula. Si aún no estás conectado con Aulas, acompáñanos el lunes 5 de octubre. Consulta el folleto adjunto para más detalles.
😊 World Smile Day is on Friday, October 2nd!
At McAuliffe Elementary School, we believe a smile is a simple way to spread kindness and brighten someone’s day. We encourage students and staff to join us in celebrating by sharing smiles with friends, teachers, and our community.
Let’s fill our school with positivity — one smile at a time! 🌟 #WorldSmileDay #ShareASmile
😊 ¡El Día Mundial de la Sonrisa es el viernes 2 de octubre!
En la Escuela Primaria McAuliffe, creemos que una sonrisa es una forma sencilla de mostrar amabilidad y alegrarle el día a alguien. Animamos a nuestros estudiantes y personal a unirse a nosotros para celebrar compartiendo una sonrisa con amigos, maestros y nuestra comunidad.
¡Llenemos nuestra escuela de positividad, una sonrisa a la vez! 🌟 #DíaMundialDeLaSonrisa #ComparteUnaSonrisa
The October Counselor’s Corner is here! Discover new tips, wellness resources, and important updates to support our Challengers this month!
¡Ya está aquí el Boletín del Rincón de la Consejera de octubre! ¡Descubre nuevos consejos, recursos de bienestar e información importante para apoyar a nuestros Challengers este mes!
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Please join us in wishing our wonderful 3rd Grade Teacher, Mrs. Torres, a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🎂
Thank you, Mrs. Torres, for the kindness, dedication, and care you bring to your students and to our McAuliffe family each day. We are so grateful for everything you do to make our school such a special place! 🌟
We hope you have an amazing birthday filled with lots of joy, laughter, and celebration! 🎈🎉
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Torres! ❤️
Recordatorio Amistoso: No te pierdas la reunión de mañana sobre dislexia. Acompáñanos para aprender sobre el proceso de identificación, el apoyo académico, consejos para padres y cómo puede ayudar a su hijo a tener éxito. Nos vemos mañana en cualquiera de las sesiones – a las 9:30am o a la 1:30pm. ¡Todos están invitados!
Please join us in wishing our wonderful 2nd Grade Teacher, Mrs. Serda, a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🎂 We hope your special day was filled with joy, laughter, and all the appreciation you deserve!
Thank you for the love, dedication, and care you bring to our Challengers every day. We are so grateful to have you as part of the McAuliffe family! 🌟
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Serda! We hope you had an amazing birthday yesterday! 🎈🎉
International Day of Peace 🕊️🌎
On Monday, September 21st, we will celebrate PEACE and remember that each of us can help make our school and community a kinder, safer, and more peaceful place. 💙
Let’s work together to spread kindness, friendship, and peace—one small act at a time! ✨
Peace begins with YOU!
Día Internacional de la Paz 🌎🕊️
El lunes 21 de septiembre, celebraremos la PAZ y recordaremos que cada uno de nosotros puede ayudar a hacer de nuestra escuela y comunidad un lugar más amable, seguro y pacífico. 💙
¡Trabajemos juntos para compartir bondad, amistad y paz—un pequeño acto a la vez! ✨
¡La paz comienza CONTIGO!
Celebrate Freedom Week
September 14–18
Celebrate Freedom Week is a time for students to learn about the freedoms, rights, and responsibilities that are important to our country.
Freedom allows us to learn, grow, speak up, and make a difference. Let’s celebrate our freedoms and show respect for one another!
14–18 de septiembre
¡Celebremos la Semana de la Libertad!
Una oportunidad para que los estudiantes aprendan sobre las libertades, los derechos y las responsabilidades que son importantes para nuestro país.
La libertad nos permite aprender, crecer, expresarnos y marcar la diferencia. ¡Celebremos nuestras libertades y demostremos respeto por los demás!
💜 Suicide Prevention Month 💜
Every life matters. Every person matters.
Let’s take a moment to check in, listen, and support one another. A simple conversation, a caring word, or letting someone know you’re there can make a difference.
Let’s remind those around us that they are valued, cared for, and never alone. 💜
Be kind. Reach out. Listen. Support.
💜 Mes de la Prevención del Suicidio 💜
Cada vida importa. Cada persona importa.
Tomemos un momento para preguntar cómo están los demás, para escuchar y para apoyarnos mutuamente. Una conversación sencilla, una palabra de cariño o hacerle saber a alguien que estamos ahí para apoyarlo puede marcar la diferencia.
Recordemos a quienes nos rodean que son importantes, que nos importan y que nunca están solos. 💜
Sé amable. Acércate. Escucha. Apoya.
Acompáñanos el miércoles 16 de septiembre para conocer a nuestra orientadora escolar y conocer el papel de la Sra. De La Rosa en la educación de su hijo. Consulta el folleto adjunto para más información.
❤️🤍💙 Here’s what’s on the menu this week!
The McAllen Kids Marathon Kickoff Celebration is coming up, and we want to see our McAuliffe Challengers out there representing our school! ⭐🚀
📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
📍 McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium
⏰ Gates open at 5:00 PM
🎉 Pre-show: 5:40 PM
🏃 Walk begins at 7:00 PM
This is a great opportunity for our students and families to get active, have fun, and be part of an exciting McAllen ISD community event! 💪
👕 BONUS: The first 2,500 students to register will receive a FREE T-shirt for the Final Mile in 2027!
We want to see those McAuliffe shirts, Challenger pride, and big smiles at the stadium! ❤️🤍💙
🚀 LET’S REPRESENT MCAULIFFE!
Come walk, have fun, and show everyone what our Challengers are all about!
Today we celebrate our outstanding August Students of the Month! 🎉📚✨
These students have started the school year by showing what it means to be a McAuliffe Challenger through their hard work, kindness, leadership, positive attitudes, and commitment to doing their best. 🚀⭐
We are incredibly proud of each of you and all that you bring to our school community! Keep shining bright and reaching for the stars! 🌟🚀
👏 Congratulations, August Students of the Month! 👏
❤️🤍💙 We are proud of you, Challengers! 💙🤍❤️
