The THES Student Council is hosting its first ever Student Talent Show. Sign-ups are due on Monday. Approved performers will be notified of the rehearsal schedule and performance timeslot. Find out more information here: Talent Show Flyer.
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1st Grade Art
I bet you haven’t been over to see the amazing display of sculptures our 1st graders created! They are located in the hallway right outside the art room. If you haven’t stopped by to see them, I hope you’ll do it soon! Here is just a taste….
Safe Routes to School
If your child walks or rides their bike to school at THES or Fulmore, you might want to attend this meeting, being held at Fulmore on May 3rd, 4:00-7:00. The City of Austin is taking input on infrastructure needs related to Safe Routes to Schools. This may help determine if we get more sidewalks or […]
Multi-Talented Students
Did you know the writers of our Thundernews Blog are not just talented writers and photographers? They also have created some beautiful and imaginative artwork. These pieces were created by 4th & 5th graders. To see more, stop by the upstairs hallway near the art room!
Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming!
We’re looking for donations and volunteers for our upcoming Teacher Appreciation week (April 30th – May 4th). If you’re interested in bringing food or volunteering for one of the meals we’re hosting for the teachers and staff, please clink on the links for the SignUpGenius pages: Monday Snack Bar: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d4ea4a92ca0f58-monday1 Wednesday Sandwich Bar: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d4ea4a92ca0f58-wednesday Thursday […]
Summer Spanish Camp 2018
Join us for Spanish Summer Camp! Our curriculum is designed to maintain children’s interest in Spanish by engaging them in creative and enjoyable activities through a Project Based Learning Nature unit. The daily Spanish lessons are designed to practice speaking, listening, reading and writing. New vocabulary/phrases are reinforced throughout the day’s activities on and off […]
Poem in Your Pocket Day — April 24th
Here at Travis Heights Elementary, we’re celebrating National Poetry Month with Poem in Your Pocket Day on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018. Here’s how it will go for our students: Write your own original poem, and on the 24th you can read it to at least 5 people and have them sign their name on the […]
Kerbey Lane Fundraiser- Monday!
Next Monday, April 16th the South Lamar Kerbey Lane will be hosting a profit share for Travis Heights Elementary! What a great excuse to skip cooking and support the school at the same time!
PTA Meeting Information–Principal Selection Process
Don’t forget about the Principal Selection Process Information Meeting April 5th Please plan on attending the Principal Profile Meeting on April 5th, 6:00-7:30 In the Travis Heights Elementary School Cafeteria All parents, caregivers, and community members are encouraged to attend! Childcare will be provided! Creative Action is assisting the PTA by offering free and fun activities. […]
No School April 13th
April 13th is a day provided to our teachers to learn and plan. Need Childcare? Register now for Becker Day Camp led by Creative Action’s professional Teaching Artists! Day Camp: Friday, April 13th Becker Elementary 906 W. Milton St. 78704 Fee: $65; financial aid available for those who qualify. Register Here: https://creativeaction.org/programs/camps/