Young Elementary

What a week full of celebrations, achievements, and fun! Grateful for the moments that made it special. https://secure.smore.com/n/cavz1 #theyoungway

We are so thankful for Mrs. Cordova! #theyoungway

UIL Day 2 ✅ So proud of our students and all their hard work! #theyoungway

UIL Day 1 = Success! We couldn’t be prouder of our students for their dedication, hard work, and the way they represented Young at the UIL competition! Their commitment to excellence and teamwork truly shined, and we are beyond grateful for their efforts. A huge thank you to our amazing coaches, teachers, and families for supporting them every step of the way. Way to go, team!

Nothing like some hoops with Officer Trejo! 🏀🚔 The 2nd graders had a blast shooting around and learning some skills. Thanks to Officer Trejo for bringing the fun and showing the kids how it's done! #theyoungway

Congratulations to Caroline Hailey and Noah Reyna for winning the Kids Heart Challenge prizes! Keep up the hard work! #theyoungway

Happy Monday! https://secure.smore.com/n/gbfw4r

What a great week! Lots of learning and lots of FUN! https://secure.smore.com/n/7j8vm #theyoungway

Let's Celebrate Mrs. Cordova this week! #nationalschoolcounselingweek #theyoungway

Happy Monday! https://secure.smore.com/n/rukdyb

Congratulations to Kundai Mafi and Sebastian Payne for winning the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge Warmies! #theyoungway

What an amazing day to have not one but TWO WATCH D.O.G.S. on campus! 🐾 Huge thanks to Mr. Saunders and Mr. Knight for dedicating their time, helping out, and showing so much love and care for our students. Your presence makes such a positive impact! 💙 #WATCHDOGS #theyoungway

Extremely proud of Kamdyn Knight for winning the DISD Elementary Spelling Bee! 🏆✨ We are proud of all the participants who worked so hard and gave it their all—you’re all amazing!" #theyoungway

We’re so proud of our very own Seeley Anderson, who was honored this morning as an American Heart Association "Survivor." ❤️ This year, we’re dedicating our Kids Heart Challenge to Seeley! Funds raised through the Kids Heart Challenge support life-saving research, helping kids like Seeley live longer, stronger, and healthier lives. Your generous support gives hope to families like Seeley’s, and for that, we are endlessly grateful. Let’s keep making a difference together!

Young Elementary’s Kids Heart Challenge program is quackin'! We can't wait for you and your student to learn some of these amazing heart-healthy habits and lifesaving skills! Our goal is to raise $20,000.00 for the American Heart Association and for all families to learn Hands-Only CPR! This year, Young’s Kids Heart Challenge is dedicated to our very own 1st grader, Seeley! Kids Heart Challenge funds research that helps kids, like Seeley, have longer & stronger lives. Your support helps families, like Seeley’s, have hope, and for that, we are so grateful! Here's how you can get started: Sign up on our school's Kids Heart Challenge Page: http://www2.heart.org/goto/YoungElementaryDecaturTX Download the app iOS/Android Get started on Finn's Lifesaving Mission! We’re excited to share that our school has some fun ways to celebrate our impact: Any student who raises $200 gets to SLIME Coach Harrison or a Mystery Guest! Also, complete Finn's Mission to have your name added to the DUCK POND WALL and earn the RED HERO CAPE to wear on Finn Friday!!!

We hope you're staying warm and cozy today! ❄️ Check out this week's newsletter..... https://secure.smore.com/n/mdvqt

Check out all the FUN we had last week in "The Young Way" for January 13th - 17th..... https://secure.smore.com/n/snpga

A huge congratulations to all our amazing readers who met their reading goals for December! Your dedication shows that readers are leaders. Keep up the fantastic work—let’s make next month even better! #ReadersAreLeaders #theyoungway

We are thrilled to recognize Tracie Finstad, Sara Flatt, and Morgan Warner as our Staff Extraordinary Eagles for their extraordinary dedication, tremendous work ethic, and impactful contributions as an educator. Your unwavering commitment inspires excellence, fosters growth, and creates a lasting legacy. Your ability to nurture potential, spark curiosity, and lead with compassion, combined with your tireless effort, truly makes you extraordinary. Thank you for being a guiding light and an exceptional role model in education. 💙 #ExtraordinaryEagles #theyoungway

Huge congratulations to our James Wood Christmas Card finalists! We love your creativity and holiday spirit! #theyoungway