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Teaching children to value their uniqueness is a crucial part of their development. Here are some parental tips to help foster that sense of individuality:

1. Celebrate Differences:

• Open Conversations:

• Engage in conversations about how everyone is different, and that's a good thing.

• Discuss differences in appearance, interests, and abilities.

• Highlight Strengths:

• Focus on your child's individual strengths and talents.

• Acknowledge and praise their unique contributions.

• Diverse Representation:

• Expose your child to diverse books, movies, and role models that showcase a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

2. Foster Empathy and Respect:

• Teach Kindness:

• Emphasize the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, regardless of their differences.

• Help your child understand that everyone deserves to feel valued and included.

• Promote Understanding:

• Encourage your child to learn about different cultures and perspectives.

• Help them develop empathy by discussing how others might feel in different situations.

4. Model Self-Acceptance:

• Embrace Your Own Uniqueness:

• Show your child that you value your own individuality.

• Talk about your own strengths and interests.

• Positive Self-Talk:

• Model positive self-talk and encourage your child to do the same.

• Help them reframe negative thoughts and focus on their positive qualities.

• Accept Imperfections:

• Teach your child that it's okay to make mistakes and that no one is perfect.

• Focus on growth and learning rather than perfection.

By implementing these tips, parents can help their children develop a strong sense of self and appreciate the beauty of their own uniqueness.

Delco Elementary School

12900A Dessau Road

Austin, Texas 78754

(512)594-6200

Dora Molina Veronica Vance

PrincipalAssistant Principal

Dear Delco Parents,

In April and May, STAAR, The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®), will be taking place on campus. These dates include April 15 3rd&5th grade will take the Reading test and April 16th 4th grade will take the Reading test, April 22nd 5th grade will take the Science test, science make up will be on April 22nd, and April 29th 3rd grade will take the math test and 5th grade will take the Math test and April 30th 4th grade will take the Math test. Make-Up exams will be given May 1st. During these dates the campus will be closed for visitors.

• Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep the night before STAAR testing.
• Your child should plan to eat a light, healthy breakfast on test day – free breakfast is available at school.
• Have your child dress comfortably and arrive at school no later than 7:30.
• Do not schedule trips, dental or medical appointments, or early pickups for testing day (for testing grades). Tests can not be continued the next day.
• Send your child off to school with confidence-building words of praise and support: You’ll do great! Believe in yourself! I love you! I believe in you!!!
• Encourage your child to do his/her best and to not give up.
• Teachers will ensure that all cell phones are turned off and stored securely prior to testing.
• Your student should not bring a backpack on testing day (only applies to grade testing).
• Students may not wear smart watches, if they do, they will be stored safely with cell phones.
• Students may bring one extra snack (non-residue and healthy) from home. A water bottle and snack will be provided by the school (testing grade for the day).

Younger students (Pk-2) may have an altered schedule that day (teacher will communicate) and will be wishing our older students the best! Grades Pk-2 – please see your teacher so you know what to expect on the days above – thanks for the support!

It is important that we work together to set the stage to get the most accurate assessment of your child. Below are some important matters for the day of testing.If you have any questions do not hesitate to talk with your child’s teacher. We wish your child the best.

Respectfully,

Delco Admin. Team

Estimados padres de Delco:

En abril y mayo, las pruebas STAAR (Evaluaciones de Preparación Académica del Estado de Texas) se llevarán a cabo en el escuela. Estas fechas incluyen: 15 de abril, 3.º y 5.º grado presentarán el examen de Lectura; 16 de abril, 4.º grado presentará el examen de Lectura; 22 de abril, 5.º grado presentará el examen de Ciencias; 22 de abril, el examen de recuperación de Ciencias; 29 de abril, 3.º y 5.º grado presentarán el examen de Matemáticas; 30 de abril, 4.º grado presentará el examen de Matemáticas. Los exámenes de recuperación se realizarán el 1 de mayo. Durante estas fechas, el campus estará cerrado para visitantes, especialmente durante la hora del almuerzo..

• Asegúrese de que su hijo/a duerma bien la noche anterior al examen STAAR.

• Su hijo/a debe desayunar ligero y saludable el día del examen; el desayuno es gratuito en la escuela.

• Asegúrese de que su hijo/a vista ropa cómoda y llegue a la escuela no más tarde de las 7:30.

• No programe excursiones, citas médicas o dentales, ni recogidas anticipadas el día del examen (para las calificaciones de los exámenes). Los exámenes no pueden continuar al día siguiente.

• Envíe a su hijo/a a la escuela con palabras de apoyo y elogio que le inspiren confianza: ¡Lo harás genial! ¡Cree en ti mismo/a! ¡Te quiero! ¡Creo en ti!

• Anime a su hijo/a a dar lo mejor de sí mismo/a y a no rendirse.

• Los maestros se asegurarán de que todos los teléfonos celulares estén apagados y guardados de forma segura antes del examen.

• Su estudiante no debe traer mochila el día del examen (solo aplica para las calificaciones de los exámenes).

• Los estudiantes no pueden usar relojes inteligentes; si lo hacen, se guardarán de forma segura junto con los teléfonos celulares.

• Los estudiantes pueden traer un refrigerio extra (sin residuos y saludable) de casa. La escuela proporcionará una botella de agua y un refrigerio (grado de prueba del día.

Los estudiantes más pequeños (de preescolar a segundo de primaria) podrían tener un horario modificado ese día (el maestro se lo comunicará) y les deseamos lo mejor a nuestros estudiantes mayores. Grados de preescolar a segundo de primaria: por favor, consulten con su maestro para saber qué esperar en los días mencionados. ¡Gracias por el apoyo!

Parent Volunteers for Fieldtrips

If you would like to attend your students' fieldtrips, please make sure you have applied to be a volunteer.

Apply to be a Volunteer

• Volunteers are required to fill out a new application every school year. Volunteer applications are now open for the 2024-2025 school year!

  We're thrilled to announce a new volunteer application process for Pflugerville ISD for the 2024-2025 school year!

  Your willingness to contribute your time and skills undoubtedly positively impacts our school community.

  2024-2025 PfISD Volunteer Application

  If you have any questions or comments about our Volunteer process, please email volunteers@pfisd.net.

  https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/MjQyMzplbi1VUw==

Thank you for your interest in becoming a partner in education and joining us in our mission to create a positive and supportive learning environment for our students. Your dedication is what makes our community thrive. Our district offers a variety of activities you may choose from when volunteering your time.

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Transfer Windows

First IDT Window: The ODT app will open at this time as well and follow the same timeline

• Opens: Monday, March 3, 2025 at 8:00 A.M.

• Closes: Friday, April 4, 2025

• Parent Notifications: Friday, May 2, 2025, after 5 P.M.

Second IDT Window:

• Opens: Monday, June 16, 2025 at 8:00 A.M.

• Closes: Monday, July 7, 2025

• Parent Notifications: Friday, July 25, 2025, after 5 P.M.

Attendance Letters

If you are receiving letters for attendance, these are generated and sent out once a student's attendance reaches a certain number in skyward. If you feel there is an error with your student's attendance please reach out to M. Santacruz, so she can correct it.