
Kinder Round Up is happening Monday, November 2nd, at 3:00 PM! If you have a future kindergartener joining us, please take a moment to complete the Google Form below so we can plan for your visit!
Click here to sign up for Kinder Round Up!
https://forms.gle/sXHyYxKmQ7y1RCrJ7
We also encourage you to share this information with family members and friends who may be interested in becoming part of the Tanque Verde family!
Open Enrollment begins Sunday, November 1st! We are excited to welcome new families to our school community!
We also hope you are following us on Facebook and Instagram! 📱 Our social media pages are a great way to stay connected with school updates, fun pictures, and videos highlighting all of the wonderful things happening at TVES every day. Please help us spread the word by sharing our posts and pages with your friends and family!
Thank you for helping us share all the great things happening at TVES. We appreciate your support! 💚🦎
TVES Picture retakes are tomorrow!
If you're satisfied with your child's picture, no further action is required.
If you purchased and were unhappy with your Picture Package, please send your Picture Package to school with your student on Retake Day. Your Retake Picture Package will be produced and shipped to the school four weeks after Retake Day. Please note, if your child is photographed on the original and Retake Picture Days, the Retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.
Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0475EWF to place your order at https://inter-state.com/Order. To see your Order History, check your Inter-State Account.
It's that time of year! If you are able help, donations can be dropped off in the library. Thank you!
Retake Picture Day is coming up on:
Thursday, Nov 5
If you're satisfied with your child's picture, no further action is required.
If you purchased and were unhappy with your Picture Package, please send your Picture Package to school with your student on Retake Day. Your Retake Picture Package will be produced and shipped to the school four weeks after Retake Day. Please note, if your child is photographed on the original and Retake Picture Days, the Retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.
Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0475EWF to place your order at https://inter-state.com/Order. To see your Order History, check your Inter-State Account.
You're Invited to Tanque Verde Elementary's Kindergarten Round Up! 🦎✨
Date & Time: Monday, November 2nd at 3:00 PM
Location: Tanque Verde Elementary School
Is your child preparing to start Kindergarten next year? We’d love to welcome you to our campus for our Kindergarten Round Up!
This special event is designed to give future Geckos and their families a hands-on preview of kindergarten life at Tanque Verde Elementary. Bring your child along to explore our classrooms, meet our dedicated team, and experience firsthand what makes being a Gecko so special!
Why Attend?
Hands-On Experience: Let your child get a feel for the classroom.
Explore Our Campus: Tour the facilities and see where learning comes to life.
Meet the Staff: Connect with our school team and get answers to all your questions about registration and enrollment.
📢 Help Us Spread the Word!
Do you have friends, neighbors, or family members with little ones getting ready for kindergarten? Please pass this invitation along to them! We want to make sure every incoming family has the opportunity to join our school community.
We can’t wait to meet our newest Geckos on Monday, November 2nd at 3:00 PM! Sign up HERE
Due to the high winds forecasted this evening, we’ve made some adjustments to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment. We’re pleased to announce that some inflatables will be set up indoors and others in the courtyard (outside inflatable use will depend on wind speeds and regulated by the inflatables company's attendants), so the kids can still enjoy them! We are also moving almost all games inside the classrooms. The petting zoo, however, is unable to attend, as the wind could be stressful for the animals and may also pose a safety hazard.
Due to the event’s layout changes, the map we released is no longer accurate. We will distribute updated maps this evening. All of our usual attractions are ready to go, including our novelty shop, cakewalk, bingo, the photo booth, face painting, food trucks, karaoke and more.
Your support means the world to us, and we’re dedicated to making this festival a memorable experience despite the weather challenges. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we adapt to ensure a fantastic night for our students and families.
We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate together!
With this fabulous Fall-like weather rolling in, we are so excited to have our lunch outside in the fresh air. This Friday, October 16th, feel free to send your student in with a small blanket or towel so they can get comfy on the grass with their buddies! We will also have outdoor tables available for those who wish to utilize them.
We can't wait to see the MPR set up for Fall Festival!
Go to thearizonabowl.com/game/charities/extrayardforteachers/ to nominate your favorite teacher before the end of the day Thursday!
TVES Geckos-
Calling all Scientists and Engineers!
The TVES Science and Engineering Fair will be held February 8, 2027
Click HERE to sign up now!
TVES GECKOS:
Gecko Reminders-
NO SCHOOL tomorrow, September 25! Have a great weekend!
Picture Day is Monday, September 28! Let's see those smiles!
Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0475DFF.
This event's Order Code is 0475DFF
Skip the dishes and join us from 11am- 9pm and mention TVES or order online with code TVES26!
After you dine, head over to celebrate 140 years of Tanque Verde in the Commons at TVHS!
Please remember that all bus riders (elementary, middle, and high school students) must carry their BusRight ID badge and scan on and off the bus every day.
Scanning ensures student safety, accurate attendance, and real-time tracking for parents in the BusRight app.
Daily Check: Please make sure your student has their badge attached to their backpack or with them before heading out each morning.
Replacements: If your student needs a replacement badge, please contact the transportation department.
Thank you for your help in keeping our buses safe and running smoothly!
Tanque Verde Transportation Department
Tanque Verde Elementary School
Office of the School Nurse
📅 Date: September 14, 2026
📌 Important Immunization Requirements for Your 6th Grader
Dear Parents and Guardians of Sixth-Grade Students,
Keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn is our top priority! If your child is approaching or has turned 11 years old, state health guidelines and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend specific adolescent booster vaccinations.
💉 Vaccine Guidelines
Required Vaccines
Tdap Booster: Protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Typically required around age 11 or upon entry into middle/junior high.
Meningococcal (MenACWY): First dose recommended at age 11 or 12 to protect against serious bacterial meningitis and bloodstream infections.
Recommended Vaccine
HPV (Human Papillomavirus): Highly recommended by pediatric experts to protect against future cancers (requirements vary by state).
📋 Action Steps for Parents
Check Records: Review your child’s vaccination history or contact your family healthcare provider to confirm status.
Schedule an Appointment: If boosters are due, make an appointment with your doctor or local health clinic.
Submit Documentation: Turn in an updated, signed immunization record directly to the health office ASAP.
⚠️ Important Compliance Notice:
State law requires verifiable proof of up-to-date immunizations or an approved exemption form on file to prevent school exclusion.
📞 Questions or Assistance?
If you need information on state-approved exemption forms or assistance finding a local health clinic, please contact us:
School Nurses: Nikki Stefan, RN & Debie Trader, RN
Phone: (520) 749-4244 ext. 3003 / ext. 3033canva