06/01/2026
Bronco Families,
We hope your first week of summer has been amazing! I want to take a moment to share a few important updates and resources to help you prepare for the summer and the upcoming school year.
Leadership Update
We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the exceptional Mrs. McMaier as she begins a new chapter. Her dedication, leadership, and care for our students and staff have made a lasting impact on our campus. She will be deeply missed, and we wish her all the best in this exciting new journey. She asked us to pass along these words:
After four wonderful years at Butler, I wanted to share that I will be stepping away from my role as assistant principal to stay home with my newborn twins.While I am excited for this new chapter, it is difficult to say goodbye to a community that has meant so much to me. It has been a privilege to support the students, families, and staff of Butler. Watching our students learn, grow and excel has been one of the most rewarding parts of my time in education! Thank you for your partnership, support, and trust over the years. Butler is a truly special place, and I will always be grateful to have been part of this community💙♥️
District Updates (AISD)
Arlington ISD is encouraging all families to register early for the 2026–2027 school year. Early registration helps us plan staffing, schedules, and resources effectively. Please be sure to check out the district’s registration video, which walks you through the process step by step. Registering early ensures a smooth start for your child!
As you get ready for the summer, please watch the message from Superintendent Dr. Matt Smith (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uxZMqBuoO0), and then review a few last-minute important items you need to know, including:
Registration for next school year
How to access your student’s STAAR scores
The World Cup is coming to Arlington
Summer Learning info and SAT prep for high schoolers
Arlington ISD’s Back to School Kickoff
Free lunches for all kids throughout the summer
New school board officers
And, be sure to save this link or print a copy for your refrigerator of the 2026-2027 Elementary School Calendar: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-BDmMFTL4vW52HbJQN8uFIiBee89RFcX/view
School Supplies
To make back-to-school preparation easier, we encourage families to consider ordering prepackaged school supplies. The deadline to order is July 7th.
Link to Store: https://sproutsupplies.com/school-supply-kits/butler-elementary-school-supply-kits
You can also view the full supply list here:
👉 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bhHEZRSFvrx5Mq6SxMmzo1ieVT8sdjIi/view
Summer Construction on Campus
We are excited to share that construction projects will take place on campus this summer. Please note that access to certain areas of the building and parking lot may be limited during this time. We appreciate your patience as we make these upgrades.
Lamar High School Wrestling Camp
For students interested in athletics, Lamar High School is offering a Wrestling Camp this summer. This is a great opportunity for skill-building, fitness, and fun! More information can be found here:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDWsqduSiUbYq8ZcoGvJeLtW7X5L-XG_wfj3Di628WFY8tdQ/viewform
Summer Reading Opportunities
We encourage all students to continue reading over the summer! Please see the attached flyer from Mrs. Golden with reading programs, resources, and ideas to help keep students engaged and growing as readers.
Summer Office Hours
If you need assistance during the summer, our campus office will be open on the following dates:
June: 1–2, 8–9 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
July: 13–16 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Beginning July 20, we return to regular hours:
Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
As we head into summer, we hope your family finds time to relax, recharge, and enjoy special moments together. Thank you for your continued partnership in making Butler an EXCELLENT place for students to learn and grow!
We are already looking forward to welcoming everyone back for another fantastic school year!
Principal Basham
