FALL 2011

Demographics
Percent African American Hispanic White Native American 3 89 7 0 1 490

Farmers Branch Elementary

13521 Tom Field Road Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Phone: 972-968-1600 Fax: 972-968-1610 Principal: Susan Machayo Accountability Rating: Exemplary Mascot: Mustangs Colors: Red and Black Campus Mission Statement:
Farmers Branch Elementary, in partnership with our families and community, will develop students who meet or exceed the local and state standards needed to successfully transition to middle school and to take advantage of the highest educational opportunities available.

Asian/Pacific Islander Total Students

TAKS Scores
2009-2010 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 2010-2011 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Reading 99 87 93 Reading 97 83 100

Percent of students passing

Writing Math 99 98 98 96 Writing Math 99 96 99 100 99 89 Science Science

District Goal:
The goal of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is high achievement for all students.

Service & Character Initiatives:

We have implemented R time (Relationships to Improve Education) since 2008. R time is an exciting and dynamic development in Personal and Social Education that enables everyone in a class or group to relate well with each other. This accelerates learning, emphasizes respect and raises self esteem. Much of the emphasis in R time is on good manners and cooperation, creating a whole school community of mutual respect. As teachers, we place great importance on academic study and there is a need to place equal importance on teaching social skills. A school where respect and courtesy are high on the agenda will be a community that fosters good relationships, as well as accelerating learning. All classes create service projects of our Youth Service Project day which takes place every May.

About Us:
Farmers Branch Elementary continues to make academic advances. Students and staff continue to work diligently everyday towards achieving excellence for all children. Meeting the individual academic needs is our focus. We offer ESL/ Bilingual programs, Content Mastery/Resource, Gifted and Talented programs, Support Center and technologically-rich classrooms designed to meet the individual learning needs of our students. We have a strong Mentoring program that is led by our part-time Community Liaison. Farmers Branch Elementary encourages parents to become actively involved in their child's education.

Farmers Branch Elementary

13521 Tom Field Road Farmers Branch, TX 75234 Phone: 972-968-1600 Fax: 972-968-1610

Achievements:
TEA Exemplary School 2008-2009; 2010-2011 TEA Recognized School 2000-2001, 2001-2002, 2003-2004, 2005-2006, 2006-2007, 2007-2008, 2009-2010 Choir3rd, 4th and 5th grades Percussion Ensemble

Testimonials:
I am continually impressed with the staff of Farmers Branch Elementary (FBE) from the principal to the custodian. They are always looking out for the best interest of all children. I am proud to have both of my students attending FBE. I know they are in exemplary hands when it comes to not only their education but their mental well being. Proud to be a Mustang! Dave Ruppersberg, Parent and Educator