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 4, May 5-9

Greetings PK-8 Coyotes!

With just about four weeks remaining, May is always a busy and important time at school. It's essential for students to stay focused and keep working hard. Here are a few tips to help your child finish the school year strong:

• Stay Organized: Remind your child to keep track of assignments, projects, and upcoming tests.
• Healthy Habits: Ensure your child gets enough sleep, eats nutritios meals, and stays active.
• Be Kind: Words take a second to be said but the effects can be long lasting. Please speak to your child regarding the use of words or phrases used to insult or hurt others.
• Positive Mindset: Remind your child that challenges are opportunities for growth and perserverance leads to succes.

Here are a few updates for our campus this week.

Help Us Celebrate Our Amazing Teachers!- Teacher Appreciation Week: May 6-9

This coming week holds special significance at our school as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week — a time to honor the hard work, commitment, and passion our educators bring every day.

Our teachers have gone above and beyond all year to deliver excellent education and foster a nurturing environment for our students. We warmly invite you to join us in showing them the appreciation they truly deserve.

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.

Student Attendance - Student Absences, Tardies, and Early Pick-Up

Daily attendance is essential for your child’s academic growth. Even short absences can affect learning. We understand some absences are unavoidable, but we ask for your support in making school attendance a priority.

Texas law requires students to attend at least 90% of school days, whether absences are excused or not. Falling below this may require make-up time and a meeting to create an Attendance Plan.

After 10 unexcused absences, we must begin the truancy court process, as required by law.

PK-3rd Grade Attendance Administrator- Mrs. Sotelo, Assistant Principal

4th-8th Grade Attendance Adminsitrator- Mrs. Morales, Assistant Principal

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

Myrna Lopez-Patti, Proud Principal

Tornillo PK-8

lopezmy@tisd.us

(915)765-3300

Mindful Monday, May 5

-TISD Wellness Day- No school for Students & Staff

Thankful Tuesday, May 6 - Teacher Appreciation Day 1

-Teacher Appreciation Day 1: Bring a favorite snack or drink for your teacher.

-Progress Reports Go Home

-In-Person 2025-2026 Registration, Building A (1:00-3:00)

-Attendance Mtg

-Career Week Dress-Up: Wear your sweats or workout gear.

**Free Dress for students who registered by April 25

Wellness Wednesday, May 7- Teacher Appreciation Day 2

-Teacher Appreciation Day 2: Create a handmade card or picture.

-ARD/504 Meetings Day for PK-8

-Nurse Appreciation Day, Thank You, Nurse Janet & Nurse Rivero!

-In-Person 2025-2026 Registration, Building A (1:00-3:00)

-Shoe Designining Day for 6th-8th Grade hosted by El Paso County Community Outreach

-Career Week Dress-Up: Wear your College shirt or College Jersey.

**Free Dress for students who registered by April 25

Thoughtful Thursday, May 8- Teacher Appreciation Day 3

-Teacher Appreciation Day 3: Surprise your teacher with a flower (real, handmade, or even a drawing!).

-PK-8 Career Fair in the AM

-Career Week Dress-Up: Dress as your future career.

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

-Fine Arts Showcase, 4:30-6:30 at Building B (Student Art Work, Performances, Raffles)

-In-Person 2025-2026 Registration, Building A (1:00-3:00)

**Free Dress for students who registered by April 25

Friendly Friday, May 9- Teacher Appreciation Day 4

-Teacher Appreciation Day 4: A small gift — something simple but thoughtful (like a favorite candy, gift card, or school supplies).

-In-Person 2025-2026 Registration, Building A (1:00-3:00)

-Safety Patrol Fieldtrip

-Career Week Dress-Up: Wear a school logo shirt.

-Top 10 Snack for JH students during lunch

**Free Dress for students who registered by April 25

Upcoming Events

May 12-15: Science Fair Presentations in Class

May 12: EOY Campus Faculty Mtg, 4:10- Building B Library

May 13- TSI Reading Test, 8th Grade Only

May 15: JH Sports Banquet

May 15: 1st Grade Fieldtrip

May 16: 2nd Grade Fieldtrip

May 19: Campus Science Fair

May 22: Faculty vs. Students Sports Game

May 27-29: Fielddays

May 30: Tornillo High School Graduation

We’re planning four days of treats and surprises to show our teachers how much we appreciate them!

• Monday, May 5- No School for Students & Teachers

• Tuesday, May 6-Day 1: Bring a favorite snack or drink for your teacher.

• Wednesday, May 7-Day 2: Create a handmade card or picture.

• Thursday, May 8-Day 3: Surprise your teacher with a flower (real, handmade, or even a drawing!).

• Friday, May 9-Day 4: A small gift — something simple but thoughtful (like a favorite candy, gift card, or school supplies).

Let’s make this a special week full of smiles and gratitude! Thank you for helping us celebrate our amazing teachers!

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April Tornillo PK-8 Attendance

1. if your child was registered by April 25th, they received a "Free Dress Pass Coupon" for free dress from May 6-May 9.

2. if your child was registered by April 25th, they will be getting a Bahama Bucks Snowcone Friday, May 9.

***If you have not registered your child, there is still time for the second set of prizes.

Help your child's classroom win a popcorn or donut party this week. Classes with 100% Class Dojo will win one of these tasty treats at the end of the week!

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