A.V. Cato Elementary 4501 Barbara Rd | Fort Worth, TX 76114

Operation Comfort Animal

What can I do to make a positive impact in my community? The Pre-Kindergarten and Kindertgarten students at AV Cato Elementary have been learning about what things they can do to have a positive impact in their community.  

AVC Brings Home a Winner

The Castleberry Independent School District's first annual Bilingual Spelling Bee was held on Wednesday, January 29. Each elementary school had six contestants in grades three through five attend the district competition.  

Spanish Spelling Bee at A.V. Cato Elementary

For the first time ever, A.V. Cato Elementary held a Spanish Spelling Bee on January 24, 2020. 

A.V. Cato Honors School Board Member

On Friday, January 10, 2020 students anxiously awaited Ms. Mary Lou Martinez to arrive at A.V. Cato. The students and staff of A.V. Cato gave Ms. Martinez the greatest welcoming one can receive at our school, which is the Parade of Hands. 

Champion Speller

A.V. Cato's Annual Spelling Bee brings forth the cream of the crop in grades three through five.  

Yearbook Cover Art Contest Winner

AV Cato is proud to announce that this year the Yearbook Committee collaborated with the art classrooms in the 4th and 5th grades to design the cover for the 2019-2020 yearbook. The students brainstormed different ideas that represented our theme, "Only One You!" 

Big Kahuna

A.V. Cato Big Kahuna Fundraiser delivery date is Thursday, December 12, 2020. 

Lion Leaders in Action!

Fifth grade students at AVC had the opportunity to become a Lion Leader this fall.  

World Kindness Day at AV Cato

Castleberry ISD partnered with local community churches and business to help spread kindness throughout our community on November 13, 2019.  

Dive Into Reading

A.V. Cato's annual literacy night, "Dive Into Reading", was held on October 24, 2019. Students enjoyed reading with high school students on the "Reading Island". 

Dr. Seussical the Musical

Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive, who is Youer than You! Dr. Seuss 

Oh Whata Night

Spirit Night at Whataburger! Join us on October 24th, 4PM -8PM at the Whataburger at 2236 Jacksboro Hwy.  

GlamourCraft Picture Day

Picture Day is October 24th . GlamourCraft Photography has made it easier to order your students pictures. You may order online. 

Watch D.O.G.S. at AVC

A.V. Cato's annual Watch D.O.G.S. kick off was a success! On October 1st we had over 35 father figures who attended our presentation.  

Colgate Dental Van at A.V. Cato

On September 25th and 26th the Colgate Mobil Dental Van visited students at A.V. Cato Elementary.The dental van is equipped to screen for common oral health conditions. Colgates Bright Smiles and bright Futures screens two children at a time.  

Safety Smart Rally

On August 29, 2019, A.V. Cato students participated in a Smart Safety Rally provided by 92.1 Hank FM and Tarrant County 911. 

Digital Equity 4 All

Learning with 1:1 Digital Devices 

AVC Learning Walk Video 18-19

Breaking news from A.V. Cato- Watchdog Dads, Tiki the therapy dog, and P.R.I.D.E. room rewards! Follow CISD & AVC on social for more exciting A.V. Cato news, and don't forget to subscribe. 

Camp Cato Literacy Night

A few nights ago when the weather was foggy and drizzly, over 200 parents and students braved the cold weather and gathered in our gymnasium and cafeteria for Camp Cato, Literacy Night. 

Pet Partners at A.V. Cato

A.V. Cato is excited to announce that we are teaming up with Pet Partners. Ms. Strambler, Principal of A.V. Cato along with Ms. Aguirre, Reading Interventionist met with Ms. Gradel and "Tiki" for an in depth look on how AVC students could benefit from Pet Partners.  

Lions News Crew

A.V. Cato is excited to present our one and only Lions News Crew!The Lions News Crew shares daily school news and events to staff and students during live morning announcements.  

Backpack Information

Dear Parents and Guardians, Recently, you should have received a message regarding the 2018-2019 school year changes as it relates to school backpacks in order to enhance safety and security at Castleberry ISD.