Academic Coaches are at the heart of student growth.
Mrs. Silva plays a vital role in driving student success by empowering teachers with the tools, strategies, and support they need to enhance instruction. Through collaboration, data-driven planning, and personalized guidance, coaches help educators refine their practice, strengthen student engagement, and close learning gaps. Their impact extends beyond the classroomābuilding a culture of continuous learning and excellence that transforms both teaching and student achievement.
Mrs. Silva plays a vital role in driving student success by empowering teachers with the tools, strategies, and support they need to enhance instruction. Through collaboration, data-driven planning, and personalized guidance, coaches help educators refine their practice, strengthen student engagement, and close learning gaps. Their impact extends beyond the classroomābuilding a culture of continuous learning and excellence that transforms both teaching and student achievement.

The results are in, and we are proud to recognize our Top Readers for the First Six Weeks! These outstanding students have gone above and beyond, demonstrating a strong commitment to learning and a genuine love for reading. Their dedication, curiosity, and enthusiasm for books have set a shining example for their peers. Congratulations on a job well done!

Congratulations to this weekās top readers by word count. Your dedication to reading is impressiveāawesome job!!!

Next week is Texas College Week! š Join us for spirit days as we show that McAliffe Elementary is ALL IN for higher education and bright futures!
Ā”La próxima semana es la Semana Universitaria de Texas! š Ā”Ćnase a nosotros para los dĆas de espĆritu mientras demostramos que McAliffe Elementary estĆ” TOTALMENTE APUESTO a la educación superior y a un futuro brillante!
Ā”La próxima semana es la Semana Universitaria de Texas! š Ā”Ćnase a nosotros para los dĆas de espĆritu mientras demostramos que McAliffe Elementary estĆ” TOTALMENTE APUESTO a la educación superior y a un futuro brillante!

Congratulations to our Top 3 Accelerated Reader Classes for the First Six Weeks! We are proud to recognize the outstanding effort and dedication these classes have shown in fostering a love for reading. Their commitment to reading sets a wonderful example for our school community. Way to go!
1st Place ā Mrs. Torres
2nd Place ā Mrs. Garcia
3rd Place ā Ms. Flores
Keep up the amazing work ā we canāt wait to see what the next six weeks bring!
1st Place ā Mrs. Torres
2nd Place ā Mrs. Garcia
3rd Place ā Ms. Flores
Keep up the amazing work ā we canāt wait to see what the next six weeks bring!

A HUGE shoutout to our FIRST student to reach 100 points in Accelerated Reader ā EMMA VALLEJO! Emma, your passion for reading and unstoppable determination are next-level amazing! Letās give it up for Emma!

Happy National Principalsā Month!
š A big THANK YOU to Mrs. Caldwell for the countless hours you invest in making sure every student has the opportunity to succeed. Your leadership makes a lasting impact! šš
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #SchoolLeaders
š A big THANK YOU to Mrs. Caldwell for the countless hours you invest in making sure every student has the opportunity to succeed. Your leadership makes a lasting impact! šš
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #SchoolLeaders

October is here at Christa McAuliffe Elementary Library! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, dive into spooky Halloween reads, and get ready for our first Fall Book Fair Oct 27ā31! Donāt miss out ā fun and learning await!
Ā”Octubre ha llegado a la Biblioteca de Christa McAuliffe Elementary! Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, sumĆ©rgete en lecturas espeluznantes de Halloween y prepĆ”rate para nuestra primera Feria del Libro de OtoƱo del 27 al 31 de Octubre. Ā”No te lo pierdas ā diversión y aprendizaje te esperan!
Ā”Octubre ha llegado a la Biblioteca de Christa McAuliffe Elementary! Celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, sumĆ©rgete en lecturas espeluznantes de Halloween y prepĆ”rate para nuestra primera Feria del Libro de OtoƱo del 27 al 31 de Octubre. Ā”No te lo pierdas ā diversión y aprendizaje te esperan!


The October Counselorās Corner Newsletter is Here! š
Discover helpful resources, important awareness dates, and exciting upcoming events! āØ
Ā”El BoletĆn āRincón de la Consejeraā de Octubre ya estĆ” aquĆ! š
Ā”Descubre recursos Ćŗtiles, fechas importantes de concienciación y próximos eventos emocionantes! āØ
Helpful Videos
Halloween Safety
Mindful Breathing
A Story to Help UnderstandBullying
Stand up, Speak Up! Bullying Explained
Healthy Habits for Good Mental Health


Congratulations to this weekās top readers by word count. Your dedication to reading is impressiveākeep up the great work!

š World Smile Day is Friday, October 3rd!
At McAuliffe Elementary School, we believe a smile is a simple way to spread kindness and brighten someoneās day. We encourage our students and staff to join us in celebrating by sharing a smile with friends, teachers, and our community.
Letās fill our school with positivity ā one smile at a time! š #WorldSmileDay #ShareASmile
š Ā”El DĆa Mundial de la Sonrisa es el viernes 3 de octubre!
En la Escuela Primaria McAuliffe, creemos que una sonrisa es una forma sencilla de mostrar amabilidad y alegrarle el dĆa a alguien. Animamos a nuestros estudiantes y personal a unirse a nosotros para celebrar compartiendo una sonrisa con amigos, maestros y nuestra comunidad.
Ā”Llenemos nuestra escuela de positividad, una sonrisa a la vez! š #DĆaMundialDeLaSonrisa #ComparteUnaSonrisa
At McAuliffe Elementary School, we believe a smile is a simple way to spread kindness and brighten someoneās day. We encourage our students and staff to join us in celebrating by sharing a smile with friends, teachers, and our community.
Letās fill our school with positivity ā one smile at a time! š #WorldSmileDay #ShareASmile
š Ā”El DĆa Mundial de la Sonrisa es el viernes 3 de octubre!
En la Escuela Primaria McAuliffe, creemos que una sonrisa es una forma sencilla de mostrar amabilidad y alegrarle el dĆa a alguien. Animamos a nuestros estudiantes y personal a unirse a nosotros para celebrar compartiendo una sonrisa con amigos, maestros y nuestra comunidad.
Ā”Llenemos nuestra escuela de positividad, una sonrisa a la vez! š #DĆaMundialDeLaSonrisa #ComparteUnaSonrisa


Last week, McAuliffe Elementary celebrated International Dot Day with a creative library project inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Students used small paper plates to make their mark, and they had a blast expressing themselves and showcasing their unique creativity. The colorful dots are now proudly displayed in one of our hallwaysāask your child to show you their mark!
Weāre so proud of our McAuliffe students who worked hard to read the MOST WORDS this last week. Keep up the great work, and rememberāthis week could be you!

šš§¦ Our students showed off their school spirit yesterday with the most colorful and creative socks in support of Nikki Roweās Homecoming Week! š Itās always fun to see their personalities shine through in such a playful way. Great job, Challengers! šš



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Shoutout to our amazing early birds! š
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This morning, our dedicated students showed up bright and early at 7:00 AM to kick off our very first Morning Run Club of the year! šŖ
They ran a full mile before the school day even started, showing us all what commitment, energy, and school spirit really look like! šš„Great job Challengers!
This morning, our dedicated students showed up bright and early at 7:00 AM to kick off our very first Morning Run Club of the year! šŖ
They ran a full mile before the school day even started, showing us all what commitment, energy, and school spirit really look like! šš„Great job Challengers!




McAuliffe was full of color and joy today as our students celebrated Diez y Seis de Septiembre with their festive outfits! A huge thank you to our parents and families for helping our students dress up and join in this special celebration of culture and tradition!










šāØ Happy International Dot Day! āØš
Weāre absolutely blown away by the creativity and spirit our students showed today! From polka dots to painted spots, their outfits were bursting with color and imagination. š”šµš
Dot Day is all about making your mark, and our students did just that ā with confidence, joy, and a whole lot of style. ššļøš«
Thank you to everyone who dressed up and celebrated creativity, courage, and collaboration with us! šā¤ļø
Weāre absolutely blown away by the creativity and spirit our students showed today! From polka dots to painted spots, their outfits were bursting with color and imagination. š”šµš
Dot Day is all about making your mark, and our students did just that ā with confidence, joy, and a whole lot of style. ššļøš«
Thank you to everyone who dressed up and celebrated creativity, courage, and collaboration with us! šā¤ļø








Weāre excited to celebrate International Dot Day on Monday, September 15! This fun day is all about creativity, courage, and making your mark ā inspired by the book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds.
To join in the fun, weāre inviting all students to wear dots to school on that day ā polka dots, dotted patterns, or anything dot-themed!
Thanks for helping us celebrate creativity!
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Ā”Estamos emocionados de celebrar el DĆa Internacional del Punto el Lunes, 15 de Septiembre! Este dĆa tan divertido celebra la creatividad, el valor y dejar tu huella, inspirado en el libro El Punto de Peter H. Reynolds.
Para unirse a la celebración, invitamos a todos los estudiantes a venir a la escuela con ropa de puntos ese dĆa ā Ā”pueden ser lunares, patrones con puntos o cualquier cosa con temĆ”tica de puntos!
”Gracias por ayudarnos a celebrar la creatividad!
To join in the fun, weāre inviting all students to wear dots to school on that day ā polka dots, dotted patterns, or anything dot-themed!
Thanks for helping us celebrate creativity!
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Ā”Estamos emocionados de celebrar el DĆa Internacional del Punto el Lunes, 15 de Septiembre! Este dĆa tan divertido celebra la creatividad, el valor y dejar tu huella, inspirado en el libro El Punto de Peter H. Reynolds.
Para unirse a la celebración, invitamos a todos los estudiantes a venir a la escuela con ropa de puntos ese dĆa ā Ā”pueden ser lunares, patrones con puntos o cualquier cosa con temĆ”tica de puntos!
”Gracias por ayudarnos a celebrar la creatividad!


We invite you to join us in celebrating International Dot Day on Monday, Sept. 15th, by encouraging your child to wear polka dot clothing. This special day is an opportunity for our students to express their creativity and āmake their markā in a fun and meaningful way.
Lo invitamos a unirse a nosotros en la celebración del DĆa Internacional del Punto este lunes 15 de septiembre animando a su hijo(a) a vestir ropa con puntos/lunares. Este dĆa especial es una oportunidad para que nuestros estudiantes expresen su creatividad y ādejen su huellaā de una manera divertida y significativa.
Lo invitamos a unirse a nosotros en la celebración del DĆa Internacional del Punto este lunes 15 de septiembre animando a su hijo(a) a vestir ropa con puntos/lunares. Este dĆa especial es una oportunidad para que nuestros estudiantes expresen su creatividad y ādejen su huellaā de una manera divertida y significativa.


š Go Gold Wednesdays! š
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, our students are proudly wearing gold every Wednesday to show their support and raise awareness for the brave children and families affected by pediatric cancer.
Together, we wear gold to stand strong, spread hope, and show that no one fights alone. šŖšļø
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, our students are proudly wearing gold every Wednesday to show their support and raise awareness for the brave children and families affected by pediatric cancer.
Together, we wear gold to stand strong, spread hope, and show that no one fights alone. šŖšļø

