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

Walk & Roll to School Day

This year for the first time, AV Cato Elementary participated in Walk & Roll to School Day on Oct. 12th, 2022. Parents were invited to form “walking school busses”, take safe routes together with their neighbors, and walk or ride their bikes to school. In the classroom, teachers led discussions about travel safety procedures and completed safety travel activities with their students, such as Wordfinds and Crossword puzzles. We had over 100 students and families participate–thank you to everyone who was involved! 

Time to order your school class group picture! 

February 24 is Family Science Night

My School Bucks

Need a quick way to pay an invoice? Visit My School Bucks! 

Spreading the love with PTO

Valentine Grams are now on sale 

5th Grade Musical

Come listen to some holiday tunes this Thursday the 16th 

4th Grade "Totally '80s" Music Program Promises to be Tubular

Fall Picture Day

Fall Picture day is this Thursday. Order forms will be sent via email 

Who is the Pumpking of Creativity?

AV Cato Elementary PTO and our library gave our families a chance to show off their creative skills! 

Third Grade Musical Performance

Mr. Harrell's third graders have been working hard to learn some tunes to croon to the masses. Come out and listen to them sing some fun and classic songs that take inspiration from and pay homage to Hispanic History month.  

Trunk or Treat

Join us for spooky fun Thursday, October 28. There will be treats, games, and lots of fun! Hope to see you there! 

Technology Device Collection

All students are required to return school issued Chromebook/iPad, bag, charger, and internet router/hotspot on the designated day.  

AVC Upcoming Events

AV Cato has many upcoming events. Field Day will take place on May 20th and our individual classroom award days will follow in the coming days. Our awards day will look different this year as they will all be virtual. Your student's teacher will send you a link so that you may participate virtually.  

Pre-K & Kinder Pre-Registration

Did you know that the registration process for Castleberry ISD Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for next year starts in the Spring? Beginning April 1, 2021, parents may pre-register both Pre-K and Kindergarten students who are new to CISD for the 2021-2022 school year.  

Virtual Open House

Virtual Open House for all CISD campuses. Parents will be able to link in to your students classroom teacher by using the Canvas link. We encourage you to pop on in and visit with the classroom teacher. 

Kindergarten Cap and Gown Portraits

Kindergarten Cap and Gown Picture Day is Thursday, April 1, 2021. No money will be due on picture day. All Kinder students will be photographed on picture day. 

New Remote Learning Days for CISD Students

The 2020-2021 school year has brought many challenges, including teachers having to teach both in-person and online simultaneously. Considering these challenges, it is essential for teachers to have time to collaboratively plan for the best educational opportunities for their students. 

Yearbook Order Center

We are accepting all Pre Orders via our Yearbook Order Center. Please use your cell phone or computer to order your 2020-2021 Yearbook! 

Career Dress Up Day

Come to school dressed up as what you want to be when you grow up! Get creative and go all out. Please follow the district dress code.  

GlamourCraft Spring Pictures

We are very happy to announce that GlamourCraft Photography will once again be taking our students pictures. Glamourcraft has a contactless method for picture taking and delivering of picture packets as well. Spring Picture Day is Wednesday, January 20, 2021. 

Spirit Day at Chipotle

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support AV Cato PTO. Drive Thru to Chipotle at 6706 Westworth Blvd. Ste 101 in Fort Worth on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. 

Welcome Back "Tiki"

It is with great joy that we welcome back "Tiki" our Pet Partner! Tiki is a maltipoo who is nearly three years old.  

In Person or Remote Learning?

Your child's method of instruction for the 4th Six Weeks will remain the same unless you contact your child's campus by Thursday, January 7th, or campus administration has revoked remote learning for your child due to failing grades, unexcused absences, or non- participation in remote learning.  

All In Person Students Learn Remotely Leading Up To Thanksgiving Break

Due to increased cases of COVID-19 within our district and community, the number of students and staff currently quarantined, and the shortage of substitutes, CISD has decided out of abundance of caution that all in-person students be required to switch to remote learning for the remainder of this week starting on Thursday, November 19, 2020. 

Yearbook Cover Art Contest Winner

This years Art Contest winner for the yearbook cover is Andrealouise Esparza. Andrealouise's teacher, Ms. Lee reports that she is a super sweet student, a joy to have in class and is academically focused. 

2020-2021 Calendar Update

In accordance with the latest TEA guidelines Castleberry ISD will be offering both in-person and remote instruction for the Intersessional Learning weeks of November 16 through November 20, January 4 through January 14, and March 8 through March 12.  

Grab 'N Read Bags

Stop by the school on Friday, October 30th from 1:00pm-2:00pm to pick up a bag for students that are remote learning.  

Picture Day is Nov. 5th

We are very happy to announce that GlamourCraft Photography will once again be taking our students pictures. This year Glamourcraft has a contactless method for picture taking and delivering of picture packets as well.  

Fireman Deliver Official Gear To Students

One class in each of the lower grade levels participated in the Fire Safety Art Contest for our River Oaks Fire Department. Students drew pictures depicting the students being rescued by fireman. We learned that 911 is our number to call when we need a firefighter! 

Red Ribbon Week

What is Red Ribbon Week? It is an ideal way for people and communities to unite and take a visible stand against drugs. Show your personal commitment to a drug free lifestyle through the symbol of the Red Ribbon. 

Attendance Newsletter October 2020

A missed school day is a lost opportunity for students to learn. At AV Cato we monitor contact, connectivity, relationships and participation in remote learning activities. We continue to stay positive and extend a BIG Thank you to all our parents , teachers and students working together.  

Big Kahuna Fundraiser

It's time for our Big Kahuna Fundraiser. This year our Big Kahuna Fundraiser Virtual Kickoff will be on October 6, 2020. Fundraiser sales will begin October 7, 2020. 

Attendance Newsletter September 2020

We are so thankful for a strong start to the school year even though it has been under unusual circumstances. Our strong start is truly dependent on student attendance. Below you will find our first Attendance Newsletter of the school year.  

AVC Reentry Guidebook

We as a school are always striving to give your children a safe, welcoming, and uplifting environment where they can receive the best education possible. 

Castleberry ISD Meal Distribution

Meal Pick Up Guidelines Meal pick up will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM at Joy James, Castleberry Elementary and Castleberry High School. ○ On Tuesdays, you will receive breakfast and lunch for Wednesday – Thursday. ○ On Thursdays, you will receive meals for Friday – Tuesday. ● The first meal pick up will be on Tuesday, August 11 th from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. On August 11 th , you will receive breakfast and lunch for August 12 – 13. 

From The Principal

Welcome to the start of another amazing year at A.V. Cato Elementary! If you are new to our campus, we are so excited for you to join our learning community. Communication is vital to our success. In order to ensure we are able to contact you, please make sure your phone numbers and email are current in Skyward. If you have a Facebook account, please follow our page. 

In Person or Remote Instruction Commitment Survey

Castleberry ISD will be offering remote learning for its students beginning Wednesday, August 12th, 2020. TEA guidelines outline that parents make a commitment to either in-person or remote learning ten days prior to the first day of school. CISD is requiring your final commitment, so we may plan for a smooth reentry into both in-person and remote learning environments once CISD is able to provide both models. 

Meet the Teacher and Device Pick Up

A.V. Cato Elementary - Meet the Teacher and Device Pick Up is August 8th.  

Behavior Strategies at Home Parent Training Article

This year for the first time, AV Cato Elementary participated in Walk & Roll to School Day on Oct. 12th, 2022. Parents were invited to form “walking school busses”, take safe routes together with their neighbors, and walk or ride their bikes to school. In the classroom, teachers led discussions about travel safety procedures and completed safety travel activities with their students, such as Wordfinds and Crossword puzzles. We had over 100 students and families participate–thank you to everyone who was involved! 

AVC District Spanish Spelling Bee Participants

A.V. Cato is proud to announce the District Champions for the 4th and 5th Grade.  

Castleberry ISD 2022-2023 Science Fair

The Castleberry ISD 2022-2023 Science Fair was held virtually on Tuesday, February 7th. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Grade Level Overall award recipients were announced. 

Attendance Challenge

AVC Attendance Challenge! 

3rd Grade Scientists

Our 3rd-grade scientists, in Mrs. Kaminiski's class.... 

Having fun at A.V. Cato

So many fun happenings have taken place at AV Cato recently. Our campus has especially focused on improving attendance for our students........ 

Red Ribbon Week Oct. 25-29

We will learn about drug and alcohol awareness and how to respect our bodies. This year’s theme is “Drug Free Looks Good on Me!”