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Arrey Elementary Newsletter, August 2024
A Word From Your Principal
Welcome Back Arrey Elementary Family!
Hello, AES Students, Families, and Staff!
I am so excited to kick-off school year 2024-2025. As we begin this journey together, I want to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Brandy Williams, and I am honored to serve as your Arrey Principal for the second year. This year marks my 26th year in education, and I am as passionate as ever about creating a positive, fun, and enriching learning environment for our entire school community.
I look forward to building upon our successes from last year and working closely with our dedicated staff, supportive families, and, of course, our wonderful AES students. Together, as a team, we will make this school year a memorable and rewarding experience for everyone!
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to Arrey Elementary. Let's make this year our BEST one yet!
Warmest regards,
Ms. Brandy Williams
Principal
Arrey Elementary School
Meet Our AMAZING AES Team
Ms. Kenia Villa, Administrative Assistant
Ms. Annette Miyamoto, School Nurse
Mr. Jose Hernandez, Custodian
Mr. Jose Nunez, Special Education Teacher
Ms. Brianna Covarrubias, Special Education Teacher
Ms. Barbra Chavez, 4Y Pre-K Teacher
Ms. Vanessa Covarrubias, Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Victoria Villa, First Grade Teacher
Ms. Samantha Kuchen, Second Grade Teacher
Ms. Amanda Plane, Third Grade Teacher
Ms. Diana Mendoza, Fourth Grade Teacher
Ms. Kamolparn Higgins, Fifth Grade Teacher
Ms. Abby Harrison, Music Teacher
Ms. Audrielle Lacey, Computer Teacher
Mr. Chase Brownfield, PE Teacher
Ms. Thea Storz, Art Teacher
Ms. Rhonda Nickles, Art Educational Assistant
Ms. Rebecca Quiles, Librarian
Ms. Maria Maldonado, Pre-K Educational Assistant
Ms. Dulce Carter, Educational Assistant
Ms. Lucy Carrillo, Educational Assistant
Ms. Melissa Jimenez, Educational Assistant
Ms. Oralia Piper, Educational Assistant
Ms. Ila Varble, Educational Assistant
Ms. Yesenia Rodriguez, Educational Assistant
Ms. Yolanda Tafoya, Community Schools Coordinator
Ms. Claudia Pallares, Save the Children Program Coordinator
Ms. Veronica Vargas, Cafeteria Staff
Ms. Monica Salas, Cafeteria Staff
Mr. Richard Marquez, ELD Teacher
2024.2025 TCMSD Calendar
Upcoming Dates
(additional dates will be updated as they become available)
- 8.5.24 Pre-K & Kindergarten Jumpstart Day
- 8.6.24 All Students Return
- 8.8.24 Food Pantry
- 8.22.24 Food Pantry
- 9.2.24 No School (Labor Day Holiday)
- 9.5.24 Evening Parent-Teacher Conferences
- 9.6.24 No School
- 9.6.24 Parent-Teacher Conferences
- 9.6.24 Progress Reports
Important AES Information
- School drop-off time is at 7:45am. Students should not arrive before this time, as we do not have supervision available.
- School dismissal is at 3:09pm.
- If your child arrives after 8:15am, or is picked up before 2:45pm, it is considered an unexcused tardy, unless you have a doctor's note or a written parent excuse. (please refer to the Student & Family Elementary Handbook)
- Any time your child is absent, please send in a written excuse or a doctor's note. The absence will be unexcused until we receive a written document.
- When parents drop-off or pick students up, please walk them across the parking lot to the front entrance of the school.
- Every Wednesday, students have PE. Please dress your child appropriately for athletic activity.
- If you wish to enter the school, or check your child out, you must have a valid photo ID.
- Only individuals listed on the emergency contact form are allowed to pick-up students. You can update this information in PowerSchool. If you have questions, Ms. Kenia can assist you.
- Important messages are sent out via text, email, and phone calls. Please make sure your information online is up to date to ensure you receive these messages.