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Thornton Elementary School
Thornton Elementary School, established in 1954, is affiliated with the Temple Independent School District, a K-12 school district with more than 10 schools. It offers classes from grades kindergarten through five. Its curriculum includes English, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, art, music, computer technology and physical education. It has a parent-teacher association that involves parents in various educational activities of the school. It offers a variety of sports activities, such as football, cross-country, cheerleading, wrestling, baseball, basketball, volleyball, softball, and track and field. It has a library, and science and computer laboratories. Located in Temple, Texas, the school also provides cafeteria service to its students.