"The Pack" Coyote News

Our mission is to empower every student in our school through tailored experiences in blended learning and STEM-H that enable them to make informed decisions about their futures, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to attain their life goals.

District Mission Statement

Empowering our learning community to live their purpose by honoring values and beliefs for a holistic postsecondary journey.

District Vision Statement

Believe we can succeed, with pride we will achieve.

QT4: Week 5, May 11-15

Happy Mother's Day!
Today, we celebrate all the incredible women we call "Mom"—our mothers, grandmothers, aunts, friends, and even those who step into the role in unexpected ways, including some amazing dads. These women hold a special place in our lives, offering love, strength, and guidance.

To all our Tornillo moms: It has been an absolute joy and honor to watch your children grow this year. Thank you for trusting us with their journey—we are always here to support them. Wishing you a beautiful and joyful Mother's Day!

I also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for helping us celebrate our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. We are deeply grateful to our educators for the love, dedication, and heart they pour into their work each day. Teaching is no easy task, but our staff rises to the challenge with passion and purpose—for every single Coyote.

Please take a moment to read our newsletter to see the events for the week.

2025-2026 New & Returning Student Registration Open for All PK-12 Grade Students

Thanks for registering for the next school year! Students who registered by April 25th were given a Free Dress Pass Coupon that will allow free dress for one week (May 6-9). Students who registered on Friday will also be getting a Bahama Bucks Snowcone treat on Friday, May 9.

2025 Summer School and Summer Camps for PK-8

Be on the look-out this week for permission slips for summer school. Summer school at our campus is only two weeks long. Students may be recommended or may be required to attend summer school for the following reasons: Loss of Credit due to Absences or Grades or Teacher Recommended for acceleration or intervention. If you have any questions regarding tutoring, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher.

Summer School Dates & Times

• PK & Kinder Bilingual Classrooms, June 2-5 & June 9-12 (8:00-3:30pm)
• Kinder (mono)-8th Grade, June 2-5 & June 9-12 (8:00-12:00)
• GT Camp, June 2-5 & June 9-12 (8:00-12:00pm)

*Transportation Provided to students who regularly take bus

*Student Breakfast, 7:30-7:50am & Student Lunch, 12:00pm

End of the Year Student Check-Out

The following items will begin to be checked back in to classrooms as we get ready to close out the school year. The following items will be picked up from your child. Students will need to pay a fee for lost or damaged items and will need to be cleared in order to receive the report card at the end of the year & participate in this year's Field Day.

• Library Books
• 3rd-8th Grade Laptops
• 3rd-8th Grade Laptop Chargers
• PK-2nd IPADS

We will be holding a Field Day for all our grade levels throughout the week of May 27 for all our PK-8 students to attend. In order for your child to be able to particpate, PK-8 students must be cleared for library books, laptops, laptop chargers, IPADS, and registration for the 2025-2026 school year.

Student Behavior & Campus Wide Expectations

We have exceptional students at our school and we love our students. We have seen an increase in referrals to the office as well as discipline referrals in and out of the classroom over the last week. As we get closer to the end of the school year, please continue to have conversations with your child regarding school and classroom expectations. Aside from negative consequences, additional consequences imposed at this time of year might include the removal of school incentives, field day, dances, or other fun type of activities. We are here to support all our students and appreciate your support.

We want to inform you about a recent TikTok challenge that may pose a serious safety risk to students. Please read the "Important Parent Message" for more detailed information.

As a friendly reminder, please, no outside toys such as dolls, stuffies, or gaming systems. Sport balls are still ok to bring if used during lunch or before school starts.

"Every child. Every day. Whatever it takes!"

Myrna Lopez-Patti, Proud Principal

Tornillo PK-8

lopezmy@tisd.us

(915)765-3300

We want to make you aware of a recent TikTok challenge that has been circulating online and may pose a serious safety risk to students. While we will not promote or name the challenge here, it encourages behavior that is dangerous, disruptive, and potentially harmful.

We kindly ask that you take a moment to speak with your child about the importance of making safe, respectful choices—both online and in person. Social media can have a powerful influence, and students may feel pressured to participate in viral trends without fully understanding the consequences.

At school, we are reinforcing messages about digital citizenship, safety, and personal responsibility. We also want to partner with you in keeping our students safe. Please monitor your child’s social media use and encourage open conversations about what they’re seeing and sharing online.

If you have any questions or concerns, or if your child needs support, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to work together in keeping every Coyote safe, respectful, and ready to learn.

Thank you for your continued support.

Mindful Monday, May 12

-EOY Campus Faculty Mtg, 4:10- Building B Library

-Science Fair Presentations in Class this week

-Student Dress: Free Dress if your child had Perfect Attendance for the week of May 6-9

Thankful Tuesday, May 13

- TSI Reading Test, 8th Grade Only

-PK/Head Start to Kinder Transition Mtg, Building A

-Student Dress: School Uniform

Wellness Wednesday, May 14

Kinder to 1st Grade Transition Mtg, 4:15, Building A

-TSI Retakes, 8th Grade Only

-Student Dress: School Uniform

Thoughtful Thursday, May 15

-JH Sports Banquet, 5:00pm, Building B Gym

-1st Grade Fieldtrip

-1st to 2nd Grade Transition Mtg. 4:15pm, Building A

-GPC Mtgs for Loss of Credit (PK-4th Grade)

-Student Dress: College, Military, or Career Shirt

Friendly Friday, May 16

-2nd Grade Fieldtrip

-6th Grade Fieldtrip

--Snow cones for students that registered by May 13 during lunch

-GPC Mtgs for Loss of Credit (5th-8th Grade )

-Student Dress: Tornillo Spirit Shirt

Upcoming Events

May 19: Campus Science Fair

May 22: Faculty vs. Students Sports Game

May 27-29: Field days

May 30: Tornillo High School Graduation

May Tornillo PK-8 Attendance

Didn't get a scnow cone last week? There's a second opportunity!!!!! This Friday, May 16-snow cones for students that register by May 13.

Email: lopezmy@tisd.us
Website: www.tisd.us
Location: 420 Oil Mill Rd, Tornillo, TX 79853
Phone: (915)765-3300
Twitter: @MLopez_TISD