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WHY CHOOSE US?
At Tarver Elementary we are committed to academic excellence and proud of our strong ties to the surrounding community. Our highly qualified staff is dedicated to making learning fun in a student-centered environment that is engaging, stimulating and nurturing.
We pride ourselves on providing all students with a rigorous and relevant learning experience. Our teachers receive special training that enables them to offer learning opportunities tailored to the individual needs of our students, including gifted and talented learners, English language learners and special education students.
We also value our long-standing relationships within the community. We believe these partnerships support and enhance the success of our school and are an integral component of our ability to provide a high-quality, community-based education.
LATEST NEWS
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By applying for free and reduced benefits families receive assistance and they help your child's school
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5th graders brought history to life with a powerful performance of a play about the Boston Tea Party
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Free meals available at seven locations districtwide, adults can purchase lunch for $5.
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By applying for free and reduced benefits families receive assistance and they help your child's school
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La Auténtica Poblana food truck celebrates graduates at Pathways with a delicious lunch
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Coach Randy Brings Heart, Hustle, and Positivity to Thunder Vista through sports
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4th and 8th grade engineering students participated in a PBL unit centered on wind energy
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“All three of my children have thrived at Tarver. Between the wonderful teachers and staff to fun family events, we feel very lucky to be part of this community.” Mandy Brands - parent and student monitor