Thompson Weekly Newsletter Week of 5/25/2026

Posted Date: 05/24/26 (01:33 PM)

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J.R. Thompson Elementary

Weekly Family Newsletter

May 25, 2026

Engage.Empower.Excel

A modern building with a central entrance, surrounded by trees and landscaping.

Hello Thompson Families!

Students tardy after 7:50 AM, Parents WILL be directed to sign the student in at front door.

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram to keep up with the amazing things that are happening on our campus!! FACEBOOK: @JRThompsonTigers

Final Quarterly Parent Survey

Memorial Day: Remember. Honor. Staff & Student Holiday on 05.25.2026.

Click to view MISD School Basics

We're proud of our Tigers R.I.S.E. Morning announcements crew! Click to see this past week's morning announcements!

May Morning Announcements

Portrait of Kelsye Baxter, Principal of Gentry Elementary, smiling.

Congratulations Mrs. Baxter!

Congratulations to Mrs. Baxter as she's been named Principal of Gentry Elementary for the 2026-27 school year! We appreciate her and will miss her!

Join us to Celebrate Your Child during Awards Ceremony!

Thompson Elementary Awards Ceremony schedule for Wednesday, May 27, 2026, with times for PK-4th grade.

Thompson Elementary 5th Grade Awards Ceremony and Sendoff invitation.

Reminder: Early Dismissal on Thursday at 12:25 PM

Upcoming Events

May 26 - Dallas County Primary Elections Run Off Polling Site!

May 27 - PK thru 4th Grade Awards - Enter Door #1 at front // Bring ID // Due to Seating, 2-3 family members

PK and Kinder @ 8:00 - 9:00 AM
1st Gr @ 11:45 - 12:30 PM
2nd Gr @ 10:30 - 11:15 AM
3rd Gr @ 9:15 - 10:00 AM
4th Gr @ 1:30 - 2:15 PM

** John Horn HS Graduates are scheduled to complete a walkthrough approximately around 9:35 AM**

May 28 - 5th Gr Awards Assembly & Sendoff - Enter Door 1 at front.

8 AM - 9:15 AM

May 28 - Early Dismissal at 12:25 PM / Final Day of School

The image announces 'Last Day for Backpacks and Chromebooks' on May 26, with illustrations of a backpack and a laptop.

💻 Important Update: Summer Chromebook Information for Thompson Families

As we wrap up the school year, we want to ensure our students stay connected! Student Chromebooks will be sent home for the summer. To help you manage these devices over the break, please review the important details below:

🛡️ Summer Insurance Coverage

Accidents happen, but you can still protect your student's device! Families can pay a $20 insurance fee to cover any accidental summer damage.

Deadline: May 31st
Where to pay: Pay Insurance Here

Not Returning Next Year?

If your student will not be returning to our campus or district next school year, please contact their classroom teacher as soon as possible to arrange for device collection before the last day of school.

🔌 Need a Replacement Charger?

If your student's Chromebook charger has gone missing or is damaged, you can purchase a compatible replacement directly via this Amazon Charger Link.

❓ Quick Links & Support

For details on summer device guidelines and what to do if a device breaks, visit the MISD Summer Devices Page.
For general tech support and FAQs, head to the MISD Student Technology Portal.

Have a wonderful, safe, and tech-ready summer!

Thompson Elementary School's summer device information for families, detailing Chromebook distribution and care.

26-27 Student Enrollment

Dear Thompson Elementary Families,

As we begin preparing for an exciting new school year, we are planning for student enrollment and staffing for next year. If your child will not be returning to Thompson Elementary for the upcoming school year, please let us know as soon as possible.

This information helps us plan and prepare to best support all of our students and families.

If your student will NOT be returning, please email us at THOMPSONES@MESQUITEISD.ORG

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We appreciate all that you do for our Thompson students and staff!

Warmly,

Thompson Elementary

26-27 School Supply Sale -- Order Here and SAVE on supplies

School Supply List

Jay R. Thompson Elementary 2026-2027 School Supply Sale flyer with pricing by grade level.

Read Play Talk Summer Pop-Ups

June 1st-3rd Basketball Camp at Horn High School

Poster for the Runnin' Jags Basketball Camp, featuring a jaguar mascot and a cartoon basketball.

Invention Project (For Grades 6–8; Current 5th graders)

Invention Project (For Grades 6–8)

Students will participate in hands-on activities as they explore the science of flight, learn about chain reactions, creating an arcade game, and more!

When: June 22-25, 9:15 AM - 3:45 PM
Where: Wilkinson Middle School

Learn More about Invention Project Here!

5th Graders Only: July 28-29 - "The Deal Camp"

Poster for "The D.E.A.L. CAMP" at Dr. James P. Terry Middle School, featuring the school's tiger mascot.

Poster announcing the 25-26 Thompson Elementary School Yearbook, featuring a tiger mascot and motivational phrases.

25-26 Thompson Yearbook

The 25-26 Thompson Elementary Yearbook is now available for purchase! Yearbooks are $15 and can be ordered online at https://www.balfour.com/texas/mesquite/thompson-elementary-school

A variety of takeout food items including pizza, wraps, fries, salad, and chicken wings are displayed.

Important: Students to Arrive Early

Breakfast Line open from 7:15 - 7:55

Lunch Menu - May

Breakfast Menu - May

Student Counseling Support

Families, if you feel your child may benefit from individual or group counseling to support their social-emotional well-being, you may use this link to submit a parent referral for your child to receive service from the school counselor.

School Counseling Request Form

Click for Resource

Ask your child about 'Tigers R.I.S.E.'

A red graphic with the word RISE and related values: Respect, Impact, Self-Control, Excel.

A map of Thompson Elementary School shows traffic flow for drop-off and pick-up.

Visit our Facebook Page

Be sure to visit and follow our Thompson Elementary Facebook page for the latest updates, event reminders, photos, and celebrations throughout the school year.

It’s the best way to stay in the loop and be part of our school community to share all the exciting things happening at Thompson Elementary!

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRThompsonTigers/

Contact us!

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

(972) 882-7190

thompsones@mesquiteisd.org

https://thompsonelementary.mesquiteisd.org/