Teachers dream of having items for their classrooms that support learning and help children be more comfortable. We are starting an Amazon wish list to make donating really easy. Check out what some teachers are asking for: THES Amazon Wish List
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Can You Help?
Volunteers needed for Back to School night this Thursday, September 6th! Help us set up the potluck, serve pizza, and clean up. Please sign up online: https://www.travisheightselementary.com/pta/volunteer-opportunities/
Join us for Back to School night!
Thursday, September 6, 2018 from 5–8pm (PK 4:30–5:15pm) We will kick off the evening at 5pm with a Pizza Party in the cafeteria! Please bring a side to share with your fellow Thunderbirds. We also need VOLUNTEERS to help serve food + clean up. Please sign up online: Volunteer The evening will follow with a […]
What do the Children Think?
Did you know we have 4th & 5th graders involved in gathering news around the school? We work as a news crew and meet once a week to brainstorm and assign topics. Then, the children write up the news and publish it. You can find examples of their work here: The Thunder News
Back to School Raffle WINNER
Our raffle fundraiser was a huge success! We were able to raise more than $2500 for school supplies. The winner of the raffle has donated the prize to 2nd grade teacher Ms. Johnson! She will enjoy a night at South Congress Hotel and a gift certificate to Central Standard. Many thanks to to everyone who […]
The New 2018/19 Thunderbird Gear is HERE!
Get yours Thursday September 6th at Back to School night or Friday September 7th before morning assembly! Shirts available in the following sizes: Youth XS-XL Unisex S, M, XL Students $5, Adults $10 * Classic red shirts, tote bags and yard signs will also be available.
Bubble Art
How does Ms. Isoline do it? We’ve only had one week of school, and she’s already gotten the children to create some beautiful artwork.
New Year’s Goals
When I first passed by, I thought this was your typical bulletin board. But I stopped to read. Our amazing THES teachers have set goals for the year, just as we ask our children to! Click on the image to get a closer look at what they are hoping for this year.
Running Club 2018
AYF Running Club is back for the Fall 2018! Come check us out for a fun day of running and games on August 29th from 3:15-4:15. Meet Mrs. Nuncio and Mrs. Alvarez-Sims at the play-pad after school. REMEMBER to bring running shoes and plenty of water! You can register for the fall sessions at: https://www.austinyouthfitness.com/travis-heights-elem.html […]
Lunchtime Reminder
Parents may eat lunch with their child on Wednesdays and Fridays, starting Wednesday, September 12th. We want students to establish routines and get used to our procedures before we have parents come and join them for lunch times. Please note that we do not make exceptions for birthdays or any other reason.