Donna Wernecke Elementary

10/22/2026

🧡🧡 United We Stand at Wernecke Elementary! 🧡🧡

Today, our students and staff wore orange to celebrate Unity Day and show that kindness, acceptance, and inclusion matter! 🧡 Together, we stand against bullying and embrace what makes each of us unique. When we choose kindness, stand up for one another, and celebrate our differences, we create a school where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and loved.
At Wernecke Elementary, we stand together, support one another, and shine brighter as one! ✨🌟✨

10/21/2026

🏆❤️ SECOND PLACE!!❤️🏆
We are beyond excited to announce that our amazing Diamondbacks earned 2nd PLACE at today’s UIL Meet! 🎉Our students shined brightly in every event, showcasing their hard work, dedication, and incredible talent!
We are SO proud of every student who participated and represented Wernecke Elementary! We can’t wait to celebrate each of you individually and recognize your amazing accomplishments! 🌟
A HUGE thank-you to our dedicated coaches for their unwavering support, encouragement, and commitment to our students. And a special shoutout to Ms. Pettersson for keeping everything—and everyone—running smoothly! We appreciate all you do! ❤️
Congratulations, Diamondbacks! You made us proud, and we can’t wait to see you continue to shine!

10/19/2026

📣❤️🩶 Once a Diamondback, Always a Diamondback!

A HUGE thank-you to the PHS Cheerleaders for taking the time to work with our DWE Cheer Team and help them polish their routines as they get ready for the Hoedown Community Pep Rally this Thursday! 📣🎉 We appreciate you sharing your time, talent, and school spirit with our Diamondbacks!

Our DWE cheerleaders are excited and ready to show off their hard work, and we can’t wait for everyone to see them shine! ⭐

❤️🩶 We invite everyone to come out this Thursday and show your support! Let’s fill the crowd with school spirit, cheer loud, and show our Diamondback pride!📣

10/17/2026

🏆❤️ SECOND PLACE!!❤️🏆
We are beyond excited to announce that our amazing Diamondbacks earned 2nd PLACE at today’s UIL Meet! 🎉Our students shined brightly in every event, showcasing their hard work, dedication, and incredible talent!
We are SO proud of every student who participated and represented Wernecke Elementary! We can’t wait to celebrate each of you individually and recognize your amazing accomplishments! 🌟
A HUGE thank-you to our dedicated coaches for their unwavering support, encouragement, and commitment to our students. And a special shoutout to Ms. Pettersson for keeping everything—and everyone—running smoothly! We appreciate all you do! ❤️
Congratulations, Diamondbacks! You made us proud, and we can’t wait to see you continue to shine!

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

❤️HAPPY BOSS’S DAY, MRS. SALAZAR! ❤️
At Wernecke Elementary, we are blessed to have a leader who inspires us to be our very best! Mrs. Salazar leads with integrity, holds us to high expectations, and makes sure we have the guidance and support we need to reach them. She is always willing to lead by example. Her commitment to our campus, our staff, and most importantly, our students is evident in everything she does.
Thank you, Mrs. Salazar, for reminding us that great leadership is not just about setting the bar high, but about empowering others to rise to the occasion. Your dedication, guidance, and example make a difference every single day! We appreciate you and are proud to be part of your team! ❤️🩶

10/16/2026

💎❤️ Celebrating our Principal during Principals Appreciation Month! ❤️💎

Ever wonder what a principal does all day? Our students have some pretty adorable answers! 🥰 Watch this sweet video to hear what they think our principal does and get ready to smile!

Thank you, Mrs. Salazar, for leading our Diamondbacks with dedication, kindness, and heart. We appreciate all you do for our students, staff, and school community! 🐍💎

We Rise by Lifting Others! ❤️🖤

10/15/2026

⭐📚 A SUCCESSFUL 3RD GRADE STAAR NIGHT! 📚⭐

Thank you to our amazing teachers for sharing valuable information and strategies to help our students succeed! ❤️ Your dedication and partnership make a difference!

A special thank-you to our wonderful parents for taking the time to attend, learn about third-grade expectations, and partner with us in supporting your child’s academic journey. Together, we can help our Diamondbacks reach new heights! ❤️🩶

10/15/2026

🍯📚 Oh, brother… there’s nothing better than celebrating 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with a good book! 🐻💛
Our second graders had a very special storytime as our wonderful Superintendent, Dr. Howard, joined us to celebrate Winnie the Pooh’s 100th birthday by sharing the magic of reading with our students! ✨📖
We are so grateful to Dr. Howard for taking the time out of her busy schedule to spend this special moment with our little readers. ❤️ Experiences like these remind us that reading opens doors, sparks imagination, builds knowledge, and creates memories that last a lifetime.
Because, just like Pooh reminds us, the simplest moments can become the sweetest memories! 🍯💫