Back to School 2026-2027

A Great Start to the 2026–2027 School Year!

Dear Reno Elementary Families,

What an incredible first day of school! It was wonderful to welcome both our returning students and those joining the Reno family for the first time. Thank you for helping make the first day such a success. We appreciate your patience, flexibility, and support as we welcomed everyone back to campus.

As we begin a new school year, our focus is on building strong relationships, creating a safe and welcoming environment, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are excited about the amazing year that lies ahead!

Important Reminders

Arrival & Dismissal

Thank you for your cooperation during our first-day procedures. Beginning after the first day, students should be dropped off to walk independently into the building. Our staff is stationed throughout the campus each morning to greet and assist students.

Please continue to follow the designated traffic pattern and have your Driveline placard visible during afternoon dismissal. Your patience helps us provide a safe and efficient dismissal for all students.

Attendance Matters

Being at school every day and on time is one of the greatest predictors of student success. Please make every effort to have your child at school each day unless they are ill.

School Hours

• Doors Open: 7:10 a.m.
• Tardy Bell: 7:35 a.m.
• Dismissal: 3:20 p.m.

Stay Connected

Communication between home and school is very important. Be sure to:

• Read your child's weekly communication folder.
• Watch for updates through Thrillshare.
• Follow Reno Elementary on social media.
• Visit the district website for important information and calendars.

August Events

August 17

• Kindergarten students begin reporting to their permanent homerooms.

• Big Kahuna Kickoff

September 7

• Student/Staff Holiday

• Big Kahuna Sales End

• No School for Students
• Staff PD/Work Day

We Stick Together!

Just like porcupines, we are stronger when we work together. This year we are committed to supporting one another, showing kindness, demonstrating respect, and working as one team to ensure every student is successful.

How Families Can Help

• Establish a consistent bedtime and morning routine.
• Read with your child every evening.
• Ask your child about something new they learned each day.
• Check backpacks and school communication folders daily.
• Encourage responsibility, kindness, and perseverance.

From the Principal

Thank you for sharing your children with us each day. It is truly an honor to serve as the principal of Reno Elementary. I am grateful for the opportunity to partner with you in your child's education and look forward to a fantastic year filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences.

Thank you for your continued support and for being an important part of our Reno family.

Sincerely,

Candie Thompson
Principal, Reno Elementary
817-221-5001
www.springtownisd.net/RENO

Student Drop-off and Student Pick-up Tips

Ways You Can Help Keep Drop-Off & Pick-Up Safe

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a safe and efficient arrival and dismissal for all students.

• Display your DriveLine Placard in your front window every day. Placards were distributed at Meet the Teacher.
• No DriveLine Placard? Please park and bring a photo ID to the front office for student verification.
• Update Skyward to ensure all emergency contacts and approved pick-up individuals are current.
• Wait until 3:00 p.m. to arrive for afternoon pick-up to help reduce traffic congestion.
• Practice with your child by having them recognize and respond to their first and last name during dismissal.
• Follow staff directions and use the designated drop-off and pick-up lanes.
• Pull forward before loading or unloading, and if your child needs help buckling, pull into the parking lot after loading.
• Drive slowly and observe all speed limits to keep everyone safe.
• Be patient and kind, especially during the first few weeks as everyone learns the routines.

Attendance Information- All absence excuse notes/letters are to be sent to Mrs. Reyna in the front office.

Attendance Laws- Regular school attendance is essential. Absences from class may result in serious disruption of a student’s education. The student and parent should avoid unnecessary absences. Two important state laws—one dealing with compulsory attendance and the other with how attendance affects the award of a student’s final grade or course credit—are discussed below:

1) At the elementary level, students are considered absent if they come to school 20 minutes after the start of the school day or if they are checked out from school 20 minutes before the end of the school day.

-Upon returning to school after being absent, late to school, leaving early from school, or sent home, the student must bring a note that is signed by the parent/guardian that describes the reason for the absence

-When a student incurs three or more unexcused absences within a four-week period, the law requires the school to send notice to the parent. The notice will:

• Remind the parent of his or her duty to monitor the student’s attendance and require the student to attend school;

• Inform the parent that the district will initiate truancy prevention measures.

A court of law may impose penalties against the parent if a school-aged student is deliberately not attending school. The district may file a complaint against the parent if the student incurs ten or more unexcused absences within a six-month period in the same school year.

2) Attendance for Credit or Final Grade (All Grade Levels) To receive credit or a final grade in a class, a student must attend the class at least 90 percent of the days it is offered. A student who attends fewer than 90 percent of the days the class is offered will be referred to the attendance review committee. The committee will determine whether there are extenuating circumstances for the absences and how the student can regain credit or a final grade.

Principal: Candie Thompson - cathompson@springtownisd.net

Assistant Principal: Bert Moody - rmoody@springtownisd.net

Counselor: Brianna Watkins - bwatkins@springtownisd.net

Website: www.springtownisd.net/reno

Location: 172 W Reno Rd, Azle, TX

Phone: 817-221-5001

Facebook: facebook.com/Reno-Elementary