Halloween Newsletter

Dear TPHS Team:

As we enter October, thank you for the steady work you are doing to keep students learning and moving forward. Your consistency matters, every greeting at the door, every phone call home, every reteach, and every small win adds up for our students.

Our focus this month is simple and strong:

• Instruction: Tighten daily learning targets, checks for understanding, and timely feedback.
• Attendance: Make every day count. Continue proactive outreach and celebrate growth.
• Culture & Safety: Hold the line on expectations with care and clarity. Dignity first, always.
• Compliance & Follow-Through: Complete required training and documentation on time. Accuracy protects our students and our schools.

Please keep communicating needs early so we can remove barriers quickly. If something is not working, say so; we will adjust. I am grateful for your professionalism, your patience, and your heart for our young people.

Together we Triumph, beyond the classroom, beyond graduation.

With Much Appreciation!
Frances Berrones-Johnson
Superintendent/CEO, Triumph Public High Schools

Mexico's Independence Day, celebrated on September 16th, commemorates the "Grito de Dolores" in 1810—Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla's call to end Spanish rule and begin the fight for independence.

Mexican Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15, honors the rich culture, history, and contributions of Mexican and Mexican-American communities. It begins with the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries, including Mexico, and includes celebrations of traditions, music, art, and influential figures.

Mercedes Student Council and seniors joined hundreds of volunteers from across the Valley at South Padre Island’s “Adopt-a-Beach” coastal cleanup event to help preserve and protect the shoreline.

This year, our shared focus with Triumph continues to be about building opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom. From student advocacy to cultural programming, SAPI is helping fuel efforts that connect our schools more closely with the communities we serve.

Highlights from this year’s work include:

• Creating after-school programming that keeps students engaged through art, mentorship, and creative projects.

• Supporting student voices through digital storytelling and youth-led advocacy campaigns.

• Strengthening partnerships that open new doors for students and families.

These priorities mirror the Triumph spirit and remind us that when students are seen, heard, and supported, they are more likely to thrive.

To learn more and stay connected, follow us on Instagram @sapi.community or visit www.SAPI.community

If you have any news from your campus and would like to share in the future issues please send your ideas, pictures and video, with a brief description by the 15th of each month for the next issue.

email :jennifer.gonzales@triumphpublicschools.org

Text: 956-455-3160