Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School

I am a grandparents helping raise 4 grandchildren. While Mazo was principal the school ran like a tight knit ship in a hurricane. We would see Mazo every day. She would be welcoming kids every morning. Communication between school and parents was open and understood. When the new principal took over, Communication ceased or became less understood. In a year, we still havent seen the principal out and about and have no idea who she is.Latest communication thru DOJO was that students 5th to 8th grade were to bring their lunch in gallon zip lock, (no explanation why). When I took my 3 grandkids 2nd and 3rd grade, I was told they had to use zip locks not lunch boxes. It is not the 1st or 3rd time that communication has been messed up. I enjoy the school, it's small, kids love it. We ate switching because of the distance but the lack of or miscommunication is playing a big part in our decision

An amazing staff serving the students in the south McAllen community.

It is a joy to teach at Fields Elementary School. Everyone is very helpful and supportive in every way. The students are eager to learn and very respectful. The leadership team is outstanding, receptive, and are top-notch in how they lead the campus. I am grateful to be a part of the Fields Family.

This school sucks I have four children there and none are treated like they matter!

We absolutely love this school! The teachers are so kind and genuinely care about the students not just academically, but spiritually too. My child has grown so much in faith and confidence since starting here. It truly feels like a second family, and we’re so grateful to be part of such a loving, faith-filled community.