Owens Elementary School - Where Leaders Soar

A morning of fun, games and dancing with the Belles! Learn stand routines and fight song, then perform with the Belles at the Thursday night game September the 28th! Includes shirt, snack performance and photo opportunities! See details below!
#OwensEagles # WhereLeadersSoar

This week Owen's Staff have been working hard to break barriers and prepare for their favorite Eagles!
#OwensIsTheBest

📣 Happy teachers can't wait to meet their new little students at Meet the Teacher – Monday, August 11th, 5:15–6:30 PM! 🎉📚#WhereLeadersSoar

“Your 2025–2026 dream team is here and ready to soar! 🦅✨ We’re geared up, fired up, and can’t wait to welcome YOU back for a year full of learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories. 📚💙 Join us for Meet the Teacher on August 11 from 5:15–6:30 PM Let’s kick off this amazing school year together! #EaglePride #BackToSchool #SoaringHigh

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Melissa Kuhn!💙📚✨ Ms. Kuhn will be joining our flock as our Transitional Kindergarten Early Childhood Special Education Teacher. We couldn’t be more excited to have her on campus🌟 Here is a bit about Ms. Kuhn: I have been in education for 13 years. I taught private preschool for 7 years and for the last 6 years I have been teaching 1st grade in Midland, TX. I have always had a passion for teaching. I love watching children face challenging obstacles that might seem impossible or daunting; and with help and guidance, they overcome and master new skills and grow! I will be the new early childhood special education teacher at Owens. While there will be many new things for me to learn; early childhood is my wheelhouse. As a general education teacher in the past, I have worked very closely with the special education and resource teachers on my campus to make sure that my special education students get the best possible classroom experience that THEY need. I am most excited to meet the staff and my new team at Owens! Everyone seems like great team players and have already been so welcoming. I know I am going to learn a lot from my team. 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Melissa some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Cory Grimes!💙📚✨ Ms. Grimes will be joining our flock as our a Paraprofessional in our Early Childhood Special Education Classroom. We couldn’t be more excited to have her on campus🌟 Here is a bit about Ms. Grimes: After substitute teaching for the past year and a half, Cory knew that she wanted to be a full-time teacher in the public education school system. She is deeply committed to providing the care, support, and guidance each student needs to achieve their potential. Cory knows that each child is capable of amazing successes and believes that with hard work and perseverance, challenges and difficulties will be overcome. Cory is so excited to join the Owens Elementary School family!  📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Ms. Grimes some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

❗️Due to a chance of rain this morning, Popsicles with the Principal will now take place on Tuesday August 5th from 4:00-5:00pm! Same location - front playground! We look forward to seeing everyone there!☀️🎉

Parents, please send your student to school with over-the-ear headphones by the first day of school.

When purchasing headphones, please double-check the box to ensure they are not Bluetooth or rechargeable, as these types do not work effectively with our district Chromebooks.

Also, be sure to label the headphones with your child’s name so their teacher can easily identify them.

We apologize for the confusion — headphones were mistakenly removed from the school supply list created at the end of last school year. Additionally, if you purchased a supply kit through the PTA, please note that headphones were not included due to a mix-up with the supply list.

Thank you so much for your understanding and support as we get the year off to a great start!

Hey Eagles! 🦅

Because we love you so much, if you missed picking up your Meet the Teacher letter on Wednesday, don’t worry! Stop by the office this Friday between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM to grab it.

All other letters will be mailed out. ✉️

We can’t wait to see you soon! 💙

#OwensIsTheBest #WhereLeadersSoar #MeetTheTeacher

We are on campus until 6 this evening handing out teacher letters to students and families! Stop by and see who your teacher will be this year!📚✏️📓 If you are unable to pick up today, your letter will be mailed next week. See you soon, Eagles!💙🦅

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Ryan Harrison!💙📚✨ Ms. Harrison will be joining our flock as an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher. We couldn’t be more excited to have her passion and heart for our littles on campus🌟 Here is a bit about Ms. Harrison: Hey Owens fam! I’m so happy to be joining the team as the Early Childhood Special Education teacher! I’ve worked in early childhood for a few years now, and ever since becoming a mom, I knew helping little ones learn and grow was exactly what I wanted to do. I love turning learning into something fun and magical every day! I’m bringing lots of energy, love, and experience from inclusive classrooms, and I cannot wait to meet my sweet students! I’m most excited to build strong connections, create a cozy classroom space, and celebrate all the big and small wins with our kiddos and their families! 💛🎉 I’m also so excited to be part of the Owens community not just as a teacher, but as a mom too! 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Ms. Harrison some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — LaTisha Taylor!💙📚✨ Tish will be joining our flock as our Lead Custodian. We couldn’t be more excited to have her on campus🌟 Here is a bit about LaTisha Taylor: Hello everyone! My name is Tish Taylor and I'm the new Lead Custodian. I’ve been with Tyler ISD for 1 year, I have over 15 years experience in this department. I'm really excited to be here and looking forward to working with you all. 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Tish some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Julie Kanavel!💙📚✨ Ms. Kanavel will be joining our flock as a 2nd Grade Teacher. We couldn’t be more excited to have her passion, energy, and heart for students on campus🌟 Here is a bit about Ms. Kanavel: I have been in education over 10 years. I will be starting my 11th year as a teacher this year in 2nd grade. I’m very excited for this new adventure. I have previously taught 5th, Kindergarten, and 1st grades. What I’m most excited about teaching at Owens is meeting and getting to know my students. I’m so excited for this year! 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Ms. Kanavel some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

Hey Eagles!
Don't forget! Tomorrow is the day to pick up your Meet the Teacher Letters!🎒 Parents, come by the campus Wednesday, July 30th to pick up your child’s teacher letter for the new school year!

📅 Date: Wednesday, July 30th
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Owens Front Office

Stop by anytime during these hours to see who your child’s teacher will be!

❗️If you are unable to stop by on this date, we will send your letter in the mail the following week.

We can’t wait to start an amazing school year with you! 💙✨

#BackToSchool #TeacherLetters #SchoolReady

Summer may not be over quite yet, but our campus mentor teachers are already hard at work and building strong relationships with their mentees! We believe teamwork and collaboration are foundational to high success here at Owens, and this is the perfect way to start the new school year!🦅

A huge THANK YOU to Chicken Salad Chick for providing a delicious lunch for our Owens Elementary office staff today! 🐔🥗 Your generosity and support mean so much to us. Our team truly appreciates the treat and the love you show to our school community. 💛 #ThankYou #CommunityPartners #OwensElementary #ChickenSaladChick

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Anna Juarez!💙📚✨ Ms. Juarez will be joining our flock as a Paraprofessional in our Early Childhood Special Education program. We couldn’t be more excited to have her passion, energy, and heart for students on campus🌟 Here is a bit about Ms. Juarez: Hello! My name is Ms. Anna and I will be working in our ECSE program here at Owens as a Paraprofessional. I am thrilled to be returning to Owens! I'm excited to see familiar faces and to meet my new team for this upcoming school year!  I look forward to contributing to a positive learning environment and helping our kiddos grow on their journey here. 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Ms. Juarez some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙

🎉 Welcome Wednesday Spotlight! 🎉 Help us give a BIG Owens Elementary welcome to our newest team member — Aleshia Walker!💙📚 She will be joining our flock as a 4th grade Science and Social Studies Teacher! Here is a bit about Ms. Walker: I am super excited to be joining the amazing team at Owens Elementary! I’ve been in education for over 20 years, and my teaching career began right here at Owens back in 2004. Becoming a teacher has always felt like a calling, and I truly believe in the power of education to make a difference. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to teach and lead in a variety of roles. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and my master’s in Educational Leadership from the University of Texas at Tyler. I’m currently working on my Ed.S. in Reading from Georgia Southern University, because I genuinely believe that great educators are always learning and growing. When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, dancing, and treating myself to a good mani/pedi. I also love bowling, card games, and puzzles. And I’ve got to mention that I’m a huge Dallas Cowboys fan! On game days, you’ll definitely find me in my jersey cheering loud for America’s Team. I’m really looking forward to a fantastic school year. Go Eagles! 📣 Drop a 🎉 or a 💬 below to help us show Ms. Walker some Eagle love and let her know she's landed in the BEST nest around! 🦅💙