TOMAS RIVERA FAMILY NEWSLETTER

10/13 NO SCHOOL

10/14 NO SCHOOL

10/16 STEM NIGHT

10/30 TRUNK-OR-TREAT

Join us on October 16th 5:30-7:00 for an Amazing night of fun activities. Join us for activities led by amazing volunteers from: Perot Museum: Super Hero Academy Boys & Girls Club Mobile Program UNT NCTC Mathnasium SWAt Grade level activities

Únase a nosotros el 16 de octubre de 5:30 a 7:00 para una noche increíble de actividades divertidas. Únase a nosotros para actividades dirigidas por increíbles voluntarios de: Museo Perot: Academia de Superhéroes Programa móvil Boys & Girls Club UNT NCTC Mathnasio Aplastar actividades de nivel de grado

🎃 Join us for Rivera Elementary’s first annual Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:30–7:00 PM! Bring the family for a safe and fun evening of candy, costumes, and community. We’re excited to partner with the amazing MLK Recreation Center, Patchouli Joe’s, and other wonderful volunteers who are helping make this event possible. We can’t wait to see you there—costumes encouraged! 👻🍬 🎃

🎃 ¡Acompáñanos en el primer Trunk or Treat de la Primaria Rivera el miércoles 30 de octubre de 5:30 a 7:00 PM! Trae a toda la familia para una tarde segura y divertida con dulces, disfraces y comunidad. Estamos muy emocionados de colaborar con el increíble Centro de Recreación MLK, Patchouli Joe’s, y otros maravillosos voluntarios que hacen posible este evento. ¡Te esperamos con tu mejor disfraz! 👻🍬

Dear Parents,

Our Tomas Rivera students have been learning about the contributions of past and present Hispanic figures through sharing of poems in morning announcements, read-alouds by teachers, performances, as well as other classroom activities. We invite you to help us continue to educate students about Hispanic history and celebrate the culture, contributions, and traditions with them.

October 10th, 2025

Parents are invited to send their children dressed as an influential, famous person of Hispanic origin to represent them at the Living Museum. Students will dress up like them and/or hold a poster with information, tell about him or herself (in first person), recite speeches, provide information to museum attendees about that person, or perform something that person was famous for. All students in grade pre-K-5th are encouraged to participate. Additionally, students in 3rd-5th grade will be conducting research on a specific person. Please have your child dress like the person they researched.

MS. BRYAN'TS 4TH GRADE CLASS HAD 100% PARTICIPATION IN THE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TRIVIA AND EARNED A CLASS REWARD!

• Return the Health Screening Permission Slip – Required by Senate Bill 12 for your child to participate in state-mandated screenings (hearing, vision, spinal, and acanthosis nigricans). https://www.dentonisd.org/healthscreenings

• Submit Updated Immunization Records – Students must have current records on file to remain compliant with state guidelines.
  https://forms.dentonisd.org/Forms/StudentImmunizationUpload

• Pack a Change of Clothes – Even older students may need an extra set in case of spills or potty accidents.

• Review When to Stay Home – As we return to school, so do the germs. Please remember to check our guidelines before sending your kid to school sick. https://www.dentonisd.org/Page/1008

Thank you for partnering with us to support the health and well-being of all students!

At Rivera Elementary, all students in Pre-K through 5th grade participate in districtwide Essential 8 Skills for Learning lessons as part of the Denton ISD Counseling Program. These lessons are aligned with the Texas Positive Character Traits TEKS and the Texas Model Program Curriculum Scope and Sequence. The skills are taught on a rotating basis, with four skills covered each year. A detailed schedule of guidance lessons will be provided so you can review upcoming topics. If you would like more information, please visit dentonisd.org/domain/3476 or contact us at riveracounseling@dentonisd.org

Bullying Prevention at Rivera Our school is committed to creating a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. We work closely with families to resolve peer conflict and address any allegations of bullying. If you have concerns, please reach out to administration or a school counselor, or use the STOPit reporting system (https://www.dentonisd.org/stopit , Code: TomasRivera). Together, we can ensure every student feels safe and respected.

Congratulations to our PE STAR Students for September! These shining stars have demonstrated outstanding qualities in Physical Education- showing respect, great sportsmanship, and always coming prepared and ready to give their best effort.

Help support your child and their school by joining the PTA!

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Mr. Lawson - Expo

Ms. Starks - Behavior Specialist

Ms. Thomson - Reading Recovery

Ms. Stodola - Bilingual Reading Recovery

Dr. Ramirez-Robertson - Reading Recovery

Ms. Elizalde - Reading Recovery

Ms. Presley - Interventionist

Ms. Ward - Interventionist

Ms. Mendoza Math Interventionist

Ms. Schenk - Campus Technician

Ms. Cervantes - ESL/Bilingual

Ms. Tome - ESL/Bilingual

Ms. Fletcher - Instructional Coach

Ms. Guerra - CIS Day Site Coordinator

Mr. Dowell - CIS After School Site Coordinator

Ms. Smith - Dyslexia Therapist

Ms. Tejo - Dyslexia Therapist

Ms. Trevino - Speech Therapist

Ms. Ramos - Bilingual Speech Therapist

Ms. Goodman - SPED Counselor

Dr. Allen - Licensed Specialist in

School Psychology

Ms. Vargas - Diagnostician

Ms. Elliot - Diagnostician Clerk

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