Watts Elementary

09/17/2026

Happy Communities In Schools Site Coordinator Appreciation Week!

We are so grateful for our CIS Counselor, Ketzel Lopez, and the invaluable difference she makes for our Wildcat family. Through her compassion and dedication, Mrs. Lopez connects students and families with resources, opportunities, and support that help our families thrive.

Thank you, Mrs. Lopez, for being a trusted advocate, a caring connector, and such an important part of our school community. We appreciate you more than you know!

09/15/2026

🔵✨ Pre-K celebrated International Dot Day! ✨🔵

Our Wildcats had fun getting creative, making their mark, and celebrating the power of a simple dot! From colorful creations to big imaginations, our Pre-K friends showed that every mark can make a difference! 💙🐾

09/11/2026

🎤 Morning Announcements with Our 4th Graders! 🌟

Our 4th graders are kicking off each morning by helping lead our school announcements! From sharing important information to welcoming everyone to a new day, these students are building confidence, practicing leadership skills, and being positive role models for our school community.

We’re so proud of the way they step up and help make each morning special! 💙📣

09/09/2026

Meet Our Office Team 💙

🌟 Meet the team you can count on to lead, support, care, and connect our campus community!

Our Office Team wears many hats, and their impact reaches far beyond the front office. From leading our campus and supporting teachers to counseling students, caring for their health, welcoming families, and helping navigate all the moments—big and small—that happen throughout the school year, this team is here for our Wildcats every step of the way.

🏫 Our Office Team:

Mr. Piles – Principal
Mrs. Dunback – Assistant Principal
Mrs. Nipper – Counselor
Mrs. Lopez – CIS Counselor
Mrs. Law – Nurse
Mrs. Soucy – Secretary
Mrs. Aguirre - Receptionist
Mrs. Gonzalez - Registrar

Each member brings a unique role and perspective, but they share one common goal: making sure our students, staff, and families feel supported, valued, and connected.

We are so grateful for the leadership, compassion, and dedication this team brings to our campus every day! 💙

09/08/2026

Meet Our Custodian Team 💙

🌟 Meet the team that helps make our campus a clean, safe, and welcoming place to learn every single day!

So much of what makes a school feel like home happens behind the scenes. From the early morning hours to the late nights at the end of a busy school day, our custodial team works hard to keep our campus running smoothly and looking its best.

Their hard work, attention to detail, and willingness to jump in wherever they are needed make a difference for our students, staff, and families every day.

🧹 Our Custodian Team:

Mrs. Jiera
Mr. Ray
Mr. Joe
Mr. Jorge

We are incredibly grateful for all they do to take care of our campus! 💙

09/07/2026

Meet Our Child Nutrition Team 💙

🍎 Meet the team that starts each day by helping fuel our Wildcats for learning!

From preparing meals and keeping things running smoothly in the cafeteria to greeting students with a smile, our Child Nutrition Team does so much more than serve breakfast and lunch. They help create a positive part of the school day and make sure our students have the nourishment they need to take on whatever comes next.

🥪 Our Child Nutrition Team:

Mrs. Mary
Mrs. Luz
Mrs. Carmen
Mrs. Norma

We are so thankful for the care, energy, and hard work they bring to our campus each day. Thank you for helping keep our Wildcats happy, healthy, and ready to learn! 💙

09/06/2026

Meet Our Dyslexia Team 💙

📚✨ Meet the educators who help our students discover that the way they learn can be just as unique as they are!

Our Dyslexia Team brings expertise, encouragement, and a whole lot of patience to their work with students. Through targeted instruction and individualized support, they help students develop the skills, strategies, and confidence to become stronger, more independent readers and learners.

They know that progress doesn't always happen in a straight line—and they are there to celebrate every breakthrough, encourage every effort, and remind students of just how capable they are.

📖 Our Dyslexia Team:
Mrs. Olivarri
Mrs. Hough

09/05/2026

Meet Our Intervention Team 💙

🌟 Behind every strong classroom is a team working together to help every student succeed!

Our Intervention Team plays an important role in helping identify where students need an extra boost and finding the right strategies to help them move forward. From working alongside teachers to providing targeted support for students, this team is constantly looking for ways to make learning more successful and meaningful.

📚 Our Intervention Team:

Mrs. Burchard – Instructional Coach
Ms. Thor – Interventionist
Mr. Nunez – Interventionist

Their collaboration, expertise, and commitment help strengthen instruction across our campus and ensure that students have the support they need along the way. 💙

09/04/2026

Meet Our Specials Team

🌟 Meet the teachers who help our students discover new interests, talents, and ways to shine!

Our Specials team brings creativity, energy, and unique learning experiences to our students each week. Whether through art, music, PE, technology, or library, these educators help students explore their interests and discover new strengths.

🎨🎵🏃‍♀️💻 📚 Our Specials Team:

Ms. Threadgill - Music
Ms. Douglas - Art
Mr. Houston - PE
Mrs. Van Gent - Library
Mrs. Michalec - Computer/Technology

It takes an incredible team to help our Wildcats shine, and we are so proud of this group! 💙🐾

09/04/2026

Board of Trustees Approves Appointment Process for Place 4 Vacancy

The SCUC ISD Board of Trustees approved an appointment process to fill the Place 4 vacancy during ...