Travis TAG School Newsletter
August 1, 2025
Dear Travis TAG Families,
Welcome to February! After a very "unusual" final week of January, I am overwhelmingly grateful to be back in the building with our incredible students and staff. While the ice and snow gave us an unexpected break from our routine, I have no doubt our Timberwolves will show their trademark resilience as we jump right back into our "Quest" for excellence this morning.
I also want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us this past Wednesday at the Angelika Film Center for the PTA TAG Talks. It was an incredibly informative evening with Rebecca Winthrop. Her discussion on her book, "The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better," offered such valuable perspectives for our community.
This month is a busy and exciting time. From celebrating our amazing counselor, Mr. Smith, to gathering important data through our STAAR simulations, we are focused on reaching new heights together. Please review the calendar shifts below carefully!
With gratitude,
Principal Mercon
Travis TAG
Next week, February 2nd–6th, is National School Counseling Week, and we are bursting with pride to celebrate our very own Mr. Smith!
We are incredibly lucky to have a counselor who guides our Timberwolves with such heart, dedication, and wisdom every single day. Whether he is helping a student navigate a tough moment, supporting our families, or helping us all reach new heights, Mr. Smith is a vital part of what makes Travis TAG feel like home. He doesn’t just "counsel", he inspires life-long learning and supports the unique potential in every student he meets.
Let’s show him some love! I encourage you and your students to send a quick note of thanks, an email of appreciation, or a "high-five" in the hallway next week. We are so glad to have him!
Travis TAG uses the Remind app to send out important school updates, reminders, and announcements.
If you're not already receiving our messages, please sign up by joining the appropriate class code(s) below based on your student’s 2025–2026 grade level:
🏫 Schoolwide Announcements
- Class code: @travis-tag
🚌 Travis TAG Bus Announcements
- Class code: @travisbus
📚 Grade-Level Codes:
- Grade 4 – @wbt2030
- Grade 5 – @wbt2029
- Grade 6 – @wbt2028
- Grade 7 – @wbt2027
- Grade 8 – @wbt2026
How to Join:
✅ Download the Remind app
OR
✅ Text the class code (e.g., @wbt2028) to 81010
OR
✅ Sign up at remind.com/join
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Thank you for staying connected—we look forward to an amazing year ahead!
📣 Staying in the Loop
In addition to Remind, you’ll receive regular newsletters and email updates. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in PowerSchool, and follow our website and PTA Facebook group for the latest!