Principal's Message

Bulldog Families! 🐾 Spring is officially in the air! It is wonderful to see our students enjoying the warmer weather and bringing so much energy to our classrooms every day. As we approach the upcoming holiday, I want to wish a very Happy Easter to all of our families who celebrate. This is a beautiful season of renewal and hope. Whether you are participating in community traditions or simply enjoying the spring blooms, I hope your celebrations are filled with peace and happiness. STAAR Testing Success As we look toward the calendar, we are also preparing for the start of STAAR testing beginning on [Insert Date]. We know our students have been growing their brains all year long, and this is simply a chance for them to show off everything they’ve learned. We are approaching this not with stress, but with a spirit of confidence and determination. We want our students to see these tests as opportunities to shine and show off how much they have learned. 🤝 How You Can Help at Home We cannot do this alone. As we ramp up our rigor in the classroom, we need your partnership at home more than ever. Here are three simple ways you can support your child this semester: Prioritize Attendance: Every instructional minute counts right now. Please ensure your child is at school on time every day unless they are truly ill. Read Together: Whether it’s 20 minutes before bed or practicing sight words in the car, reading builds the stamina they need for testing. Encourage Rest: A good night’s sleep makes a massive difference in a child’s ability to focus and retain new information. Thank you for trusting us with your children. We are honored to partner with you. Let’s make this a fantastic, productive, and successful spring semester! With gratitude, Amy Cruz, Principal J.C. Martin Elementary