Tom Lea Elementary

Important Information: Pictures with Santa Payment Envelopes Payment envelopes containing important details for Pictures with Santa have been sent home with students. Please note: *Only children with payment will have their picture taken. *The school office cannot accept payments or provide change. *Be sure to include the exact amount in the envelope. To ensure your payment is processed in time, please send the envelope with your child to school by the morning drop-off time on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Unfortunately, there is no online option for purchasing Santa photos. If you have any questions about payment or other photo-related inquiries, please contact Hot Shots Photography & Printing directly at (915) 779-1174. Thank you for your cooperation! Información Importante: Sobres de Pago de fotografías con Santa Se han enviado a casa con los estudiantes sobres de pago que contienen detalles importantes para fotos con Santa. Tenga en cuenta: *Solo se tomarán fotografías a los niños(as) con pago. *La oficina de la escuela no puede aceptar pagos ni proporcionar cambio. *Asegúrese de incluir el dinero exacto en el sobre. Para garantizar que su pago se procese a tiempo, envíe el sobre con su hijo(a) a la hora de dejarlo(a) en la escuela la mañana del miércoles 20 de noviembre de 2024. Desafortunadamente, no existe una opción en línea para comprar fotografías de su hijo(a) con Santa. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el pago u otras preguntas relacionadas con fotografías, comuníquese con Hot Shots Photography & Printing directamente al (915) 779-1174. ¡Gracias por su cooperación!

The El Paso ISD Board of Trustees will have its regular board meeting at 5 p.m. today at the El Paso ISD Administration Building, 1014 N. Stanton St. Board agenda: www.episd.org/page/board-meeting-agendasmaterials-new Live stream: www.episd.org/page/boardlive #ItStartsWithUs

Dear Tom Lea Parents, As we prepare for more upcoming in-school activities, please remember that all participants must be registered and cleared as VIPS (Volunteers in Public Schools). If you have not yet completed the training, there is one more opportunity: VIPS Training: Date: Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 19 Time: 5:00 PM Location: In-person or via Zoom (link below) Zoom link: https://episd-org.zoom.us/j/92574116768?pwd=E599VTsj5MGLhvA7UEvaadZ2HtpOAl.1 If you have already attended one of the previous mandatory VIPS trainings (09/12/24 or 10/17/24); you do not need to attend this meeting. Important: Please ensure that you have signed and submitted your VIPS acknowledgment form to Mrs. Alarcon or Miss Chico prior to volunteering. We look forward to your continued involvement and support in our school community! Thank you, Mrs. Alarcon, MFL Estimados padres de Tom Lea: Mientras nos preparamos para más actividades escolares, recuerde que todos los participantes deben estar registrados y autorizados como VIPS (Voluntarios en escuelas públicas). Si aún no has completado la formación, hay una oportunidad más: Entrenamiento de VIPS: Fecha: Mañana martes 19 de noviembre Hora: 5:00 p.m. Ubicación: Presencial o vía Zoom (enlace a continuación) Enlace de zoom: https://episd-org.zoom.us/j/92574116768pwd=E599VTsj5MGLhvA7UEvaadZ2HtpOAl.1 Si ya asistió a una de las capacitaciones VIPS obligatorias anteriores (09/12/24 o 10/17/24); No es necesario que asista a este entrenamiento. Importante: Asegúrese de haber firmado y enviado su formulario de reconocimiento VIPS a la Sra. Alarcón o a la Srta. Chico antes de ofrecerse como voluntario. ¡Esperamos su continua participación y apoyo en nuestra comunidad escolar! Gracias, Sra. Alarcón, MFL

November Coffee with Leadership will be tomorrow at 8:30 am. Don't miss out on this opportunity to communicate with those leading our school! - Cafe con Dirigencia de Noviembre es mañana a las 8:30 am. No se pierda de esta oportunidad de hablar con quienes dirigen nuestra escuela.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We want to inform you that the "EPISD Federal Impact Aid" online survey is now open and available from November 14 to November 30. You should have received an email from Mrs. Celina Chapa with a unique survey link for each of your children enrolled in our district. However, please note that you only need to complete one survey. Once you complete the survey for one child, the system will automatically mark the rest of your children as complete, and the links will expire. Important reminders: *Each student has their own unique survey link. *You may need to check your email or Parent Portal for your child’s specific link. *If you need help filling out the survey, or with resetting your Parent Portal password, please reach out to the following contacts: Mrs. Alarcon, MFL: cialarco@episd.org or call (915) 230-5450 Mrs. Kuharik, Parent Portal: makuhari@episd.org or call (915) 230-5450 If you have further questions about the Federal Impact Aid survey, please refer to the FAQ flyer attached, scan the QR code, or contact Mrs. Chapa at (915) 230-2810. Thank you for your time and support in completing this important survey! Estimados padres y tutores, Queremos informarle que la encuesta en línea de "EPISD Federal Impact Aid" ya está abierta y disponible del 14 al 30 de noviembre. Debería haber recibido un correo electrónico de la Sra. Celina Chapa con un enlace de encuesta único para cada uno de sus hijos inscritos en nuestro distrito. Sin embargo, tenga en cuenta que solo necesita completar una encuesta. Una vez que complete la encuesta para un niño, el sistema marcará automáticamente al resto de sus hijos como completos y los enlaces caducarán. Recordatorios importantes: *Cada estudiante tiene su propio enlace de encuesta único. *Es posible que deba consultar su correo electrónico o el Portal para padres para obtener el enlace específico de su hijo(a). *Si necesita ayuda para completar la encuesta o restablecer su contraseña del Portal para padres, comuníquese con los siguientes contactos: Sra. Alarcón, MFL: cialarco@episd.org o llame al (915) 230-5450 Sra. Kuharik, Portal para padres: makuhari@episd.org o llame al (915) 230-5450 Si tiene más preguntas sobre la encuesta de ayuda de impacto federal, consulte el folleto de preguntas frecuentes adjunto, escanee el código QR o comuníquese con la Sra. Chapa al (915) 230-2810. ¡Gracias por su tiempo y apoyo al completar esta importante encuesta!

Toys for Tots Drive at Tom Lea Elementary Organized by: Tom Lea Student Ambassador Program & Student Council The holiday season is a time for giving, and this year, our school community is teaming up to make a difference! From Friday, November 15 to Friday, December 7, we’ll be collecting new, unwrapped toys for children in need through the Toys for Tots program. How You Can Help: Bring a Toy: Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the front office. Spread Joy: Your donations will help brighten the holidays for children in our community. Details: Dates: Friday, November 15 to Friday, December 7 Location: Drop off toys at the front office of Tom Lea Elementary School. What to Donate: New, unwrapped toys for children of all ages (from toddlers to teens). Why Participate? This is a wonderful opportunity for our school to give back to those in need. With the leadership of the Student Ambassador Program and Student Council, we are hoping to collect as many toys as possible to bring smiles to children’s faces this holiday season. Let’s show the true spirit of the holidays by giving back! 🎄❤️ For more information, contact Mrs. Alarcon at (915) 230-5450 Colecta de Toys for Tots en la escuela primaria Tom Lea Organizado por: Programa de embajadores estudiantiles y consejo estudiantil de Tom Lea ¡La temporada navideña es un momento para dar y este año, nuestra comunidad escolar se unirá para marcar la diferencia! Desde el viernes 15 de noviembre al viernes 7 de diciembre, recolectaremos juguetes nuevos sin envolver para niños necesitados a través del programa Toys for Tots. Cómo puedes ayudar: Traiga un juguete: Deje juguetes nuevos y sin envolver en la oficina principal. Difunda alegría: sus donaciones ayudarán a alegrar las fiestas para los niños de nuestra comunidad. Detalles: Fechas: viernes 15 de noviembre al viernes 7 de diciembre Ubicación: Deje los juguetes en la oficina principal de la Escuela Primaria Tom Lea. Qué donar: juguetes nuevos y sin envolver para niños de todas las edades (desde niños pequeños hasta adolescentes). ¿Por qué participar? Esta es una maravillosa oportunidad para que nuestra escuela retribuya a los necesitados. Con el liderazgo del Programa de Embajadores Estudiantiles y el Consejo Estudiantil, esperamos recolectar tantos juguetes como sea posible para hacer sonreír a los niños en esta temporada navideña. ¡Demostremos el verdadero espíritu de las fiestas retribuyendo! 🎄❤️ Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Sra. Alarcón al (915) 230-5450.

El Paso ISD parents, The annual Federal Impact Aid Survey has begun. This survey allows El Paso ISD to apply for financial compensation for tax revenue lost due to Federal activities within district boundaries. Look out for the survey link in your inbox! 📧 Your participation is essential to supporting the operational budget of El Paso ISD.🌟 Please complete the survey by Saturday, Nov. 30.✅ #ItStartsWithUs

Join Ms. Tiffany Saucedo on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 8:30 AM for a presentation on the services provided by Focus on Children & Families . Únase a la Sra. Tiffany Saucedo el Jueves 14 de noviembre de 2024 a las 8:30 a.m. para una presentación sobre los servicios brindados por Enfoque en Niños y Familias.

Don't forget! Literacy Night is coming up. Please RSVP using the link below. - ¡Recordatorio! Se aproxima Noche de Lectura. Por favor confirme su asistencia usando el link adjunto. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYSia7I-QcVLs9jvzqSD2g_QjXbcn_4Tcjf8HdnGogaUahfg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Good morning, parents! Please see the attached link to view our parent update newsletter! https://secure.smore.com/n/u51z7g-week-14-on-tom-lea-s-horizon

🌟🇺🇸 DISTRICT CLOSED FOR VETERANS DAY! 🇺🇸🌟 In observance of Veterans Day, El Paso ISD will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, to honor the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served our country. #ItStartsWithUs #VeteransDay

Parents! A quick reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday November 11th in honor of Veteran's Day. Thank you, and have a nice weekend! - Un recordatorio breve que NO HABRA ESCUELA Lunes, 11 de Noviembre por Dia de los Veteranos. Gracias, y que tenga un buen fin de semana!

Dear Tom Lea Parents, We are excited to announce that the El Paso Lodge #187 has reached out to all EPISD campuses with a Student Ambassador Program, and we are partnering with them, along with the Opportunity Veteran's Homeless Shelter, to assist with a Food and Toiletry Drive. These drives will directly support families and veterans in need within our community. We are reaching out to you for your generous assistance in making this drive a success. We are kindly requesting donations of: *Non-perishable food items (e.g., canned goods, pasta, rice, etc.) *Toiletries (e.g., soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toilet paper, etc.) Donations can be dropped off at the front office starting November 1st through November 18th. With your support, we hope to gather enough supplies to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most this holiday season. Your participation is deeply appreciated. Together, we can make a positive impact and ensure that all families in our community have access to the essentials they need. Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity! Sincerely, Mrs. Alarcon MFL, SAP Sponsor

We are looking for volunteers to assist in the cafeteria with preparation and setup for the upcoming Thanksgiving luncheon. If you could assist us, we'd love to have your help! Wed., November 6- Thurs., November 14. Please contact Ms. Frye, Cafeteria Manager at (915) 230-5524 *Must be VIPS

Interested in having your child enrolled in the best STEAM program in El Paso? Join Snapology! Classes conveniently take place on campus after school. Please take a look at our flyer for more information!

Good evening, parents! We invite you to Tom Lea's first monthly Literacy Night, November 18th, 2024. More details on flyer! - Buenas tardes, padres! Los invitamos a la primera Noche de Lectura mensual de Tom Lea, 18 de Noviembre, 2024. Para mas informacion, vea el folleto adjunto.

Please join us for our November Coffee with the Principal on November 19th. Let your opinion be heard, and be kept up to date on what is happening at your campus! - Porfavor acompañenos a Cafe con la Directora el 19 de Noviembre. Ofresca su opinion, y mantengase al dia de lo que pasa en nuestra escuela.

🌟 DISTRICT CLOSED FOR ELECTION DAY! 🌟 El Paso ISD will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 5, in observance of Election Day. Many of our schools will serve as polling sites, so make sure to stop by and cast your vote! ✅🗳️ Check out the election sites ➡️ epcountyvotes.com/voter-information/election-day-vote-centers #ItStartsWithUs

Parents, As Halloween approaches, please remember that Thursday, October 31st is an allowable treat day! We kindly ask that all goodies be sent with your child in the morning at drop-off. Unfortunately, office cannot accept any items for delivery to students during the day. Thank you for your cooperation!

Dear Parents, Please see the attached informational flyer from Nolan Richardson Middle School. We apologize for the short notice, as we just received it today.Join them for Astronomy Night on Tuesday, October 29, from 6 PM to 8 PM. There will be a space movie, telescopes, snacks, and plenty of fun!