Week 35 Brave Bulls Bulletin

Dear Tom Lea Families,

Thank you all for helping us celebrate our teachers this past week during Teacher Appreciation Week. They certainly felt the love 💛! Also, a special thank you to our PTA for partnering with us to celebrate our 💯 staff members at Tom Lea.

The countdown is on (19) and each instructional day counts in these last days of school! MAPs will be a true measure of growth for K-5th grade. Please encourage students to take their time this week as they are testing on Tuesday & Thursday ⏰!!

Lastly, we are down to 20% pending to register for the 26-27 school year. We will continue sending out text and audio messages to the pending list of students.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

With appreciation,

Mrs. E. Sandoval

"Growing Minds, Blooming Hearts, Thriving Tomorrow."

#itstartswithus | #bravebullsspirit | #tomlea4ward

• 5/15 - Career Day
• 5/15 - Talent Show
• 5/19 - Diabetes Management
• 5/19 - GT Showcase
• 5/22 - Early Release
• 5/25 - NO SCHOOL
• 5/27 - 3rd Grade Awards Ceremony
• 5/27 - 1st Grade Awards Ceremony
• 5/28 - 4th Grade Awards Ceremony
• 5/28 - 2nd Grade Awards Ceremony
• 5/29 - Pre-K Awards Ceremony

Way to Go, 4th Grade!! 🏆

Please ensure your child is in attendance in these final days of school. Every instructional day counts!

• Critical Timeline: Attendance incentive period runs May 11–June 3, 2026 (campus awards) and May 11–June 5, 2026 (student incentives)—focus efforts during the final four weeks of the semester..
• Incentive Overview: Campuses with the highest attendance earn end-of-year Block Parties, while students with perfect attendance can enter to win major prizes and qualify for special participation opportunities.

As we enter the last four weeks of the semester, we have an opportunity to drive our annual attendance even higher. The district will support the end of year push with incentives and rewards for campuses, students, and staff members!

• School-Level Winners - Right Here. Right Now. Block Party! 🥳🎉
• Campuses with the highest attendance average during the designated period, May 11 through June 3, 2026, wins a level-appropriate on-campus end of year “Block Party”. For campuses that already have parties planned, the district will support and augment these efforts. Possibilities include petting zoo, inflatables, ice cream trucks, etc.

Students who maintain perfect attendance during the designated period, May 11 through June 5, 2026, can submit to enter to earn incredible prizes to include PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Bikes, toys, motorized scooters and more!

How winners will be selected: Students with perfect attendance from May 11 to June 5 will have an opportunity to fill out an attendance reward form for a chance to earn the prizes!

These prizes will be offered at every level and supported by local partners.

Copa de District: Attendance Incentive Plans

Building on the World Cup being hosted on home soil, El Paso ISD will continue to be a pioneer in the region by hosting the inaugural Copa de District. This soccer tournament features elementary, middle, and high school teams competing across the city and bringing together families and soccer fans like never before. Students identified by coaches will only be eligible if they have perfect attendance.

Added to newsletter on 5/10/26 ~ informational only.

• More information will come in the upcoming weeks. The ticket counts are for planning purposes and due to the occupancy limit in our cafeteria.

• Distribution of tickets on Wednesday, May 20, to go home on Thursday, May 21 for students with ceremonies scheduled on May 27, 28, and 29.
• For grades with ceremonies at the beginning of June, tickets would be distributed on Wednesday, May 27, to go home on Thursday, May 28.

Dear Tom Lea Families,

As we approach the end of the school year, our focus on Perseverance is especially meaningful. Finishing strong can be challenging as students, families, and teachers balance busy schedules, testing, activities, and end-of-year responsibilities. This is a wonderful time to encourage students to keep trying, stay motivated, and remember how much they have grown throughout the year.

Together, we can remind children that perseverance means continuing to do their best even when they feel tired or face challenges. Thank you for the perseverance, encouragement, and support you have shown all year long as we work together to help our students finish the year with confidence and success.

With Perseverance and Care,

Your School Counselors ❤️

Dear Tom Lea Families,

We are excited to announce that our school will be hosting Career Day on Friday, May 15! If you are interested in presenting, or if you know a family member or friend who would like to participate, please let us know. We would love to have a variety of careers represented!

Please see the attached flyer for more details. Thank you for helping us make Career Day a meaningful and inspiring experience for our students!

For the latest menus, visit FNS's Facebook Page by clicking here.

The EPISD App is your destination to get school updates, communicate with educators seamlessly and securely through the Rooms feature, access classwork and materials, and so much more. We’re excited to offer a collection of resources and information to enhance your user experience.

What is Rooms?

Say hello to two-way communication in the El Paso ISD app; Rooms allows parents and teachers a safe and secure place to communicate through messages, and for teachers to share announcements, materials, and more!

Your school administration and staff will be sharing updates, resources, and reminders through Rooms as well.

Setting up Rooms Step-by-Step: Click Here

Elizabeth Jo Sandoval,

Tom Lea Elementary Principal

Email: ejsandov@episd.org
Website: www.episd.org/tomlea
Location: 4851 Marcus Uribe Dr, El Paso, TX 79934
Phone: 915-230-5450
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TomLea.bravebulls/
Twitter: @TomLeaES

Instagram: @tomleaelementary

VISION: Tom Lea is committed to fostering a love for learning and achieving academic excellence in a safe learning environment.

MISSION: In partnership with our diverse school community, we believe in developing well-rounded

students by providing high-quality, authentic learning experiences that cultivate critical thinkers and problem solvers.

"Growing Minds, Blooming Hearts, Thriving Tomorrow"

Plant seeds of knowledge, nurture with compassion, and guide our students toward a future full of possibilities.

The badge is the school's dedication and commitment to helping students think critically and use technology responsibly to learn, create, participate, and share.

The campus' information and parent letters on accessibility pathways are listed on the school's website: https://www.episd.org/o/tle/page/school-information

Including:

• Parent Notice for Plan Pathway
• Parent Letter on Policies - Nondiscrimination, Harassment & Grievance

Here at Tom Lea, our goal is to listen, support, and improve. If you have a concern regarding student safety, bullying, or anything related, please know you can reach out! Scan the QR code or click the flyer to submit a concern.