• 🥧Pi Day (March 14): Pi Day celebrates the mathematical constant π. In 2025, it falls on a Friday, adding extra fun for math enthusiasts.
• 👑 International Women's Day (March 8): Celebrated globally to honor women's achievements and advocate for gender equality. In 2025, it falls on a Saturday.
• 🍀 St. Patrick's Day (March 17): A celebration of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. In 2025, it falls on a Monday, perfect for wearing green and celebrating Irish culture.
• March Equinox (March 20): The equinox marks equal day and night, signaling the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and fall in the Southern Hemisphere.
• 🥖 National French Bread Day (March 21): A fun day for bread lovers to enjoy fresh French bread like a baguette.

Lexile: 100L - 190L

Lexile: 200L - 290L

Lexile: 300L - 390L

Lexile: 400L - 490L

If a parent would like to submit a referral, please contact your student's teacher.

Parent Educational Meeting

Date: 10.11.2024

• Parent Education Meeting (English)
• Parent Education Meeting (Spanish)
• Parent Education Meeting Recording (10.11.2024)
  

J.J. faced a tough start with multiple episodes of epilepsy and POTS, but through it all, her village never gave up on her. Her school, TVAH-K12, has been incredibly understanding and supportive, providing accommodations while she navigated numerous medical treatments. A special shoutout goes to her Dyslexia Teacher, Mrs. Coffee, whose dedication has been nothing short of magical. Mrs. Coffee has made sure J.J. continues her therapy four days a week, while also staying engaged in live class sessions and keeping up with her technology component for Dyslexia.

But the story doesn’t stop there. J.J. has also found a wonderful friend in a horse, Elvis, who has been teaching her how to ride. Their bond has played a major role in her incredible turnaround. Perhaps the most miraculous moment came today during her ARD meeting. Not only did J.J. confidently speak up in front of the whole committee—an amazing achievement in itself—but she also asked if her service dog, Hope, could graduate with her next year. The committee happily agreed, and it looks like Hope will have her own cap and gown to wear at graduation too! 🎓❤️🐾

It is so exciting to see how far J.J. has come! She’s already working at a veterinary clinic and has a clear career pathway ahead. Thanks to the collaboration between 4H, the Texas A&M Vet Science Program, and her caseworker at DARS, J.J. will soon begin the Vet Certification Program through 4H, setting her up to enroll in a Vet Tech program after graduation. And of course, we can’t forget all the medical victories she’s had this past year—too many to list, but each one a testament to her strength and perseverance.

What a year it’s been! God is so good, and we are so proud of J.J. for all she has overcome and accomplished. 🙏🏼🩷

Note: If you would like to contribute a recipe to our Digital Recipe Book, please email your recipe to your Dyslexia teacher.

To prepare for the STAAR, students are encouraged to ...

• Practice: Complete as many STAAR practice test questions as possible to become comfortable with the material.
• Study in chunks: Study in 25–30 minute segments, then take a break.
• Get enough sleep: Most students need about 8 hours of sleep per night.
• Eat a good breakfast: Eat a balanced breakfast and bring healthy snacks for test day.
• Dress comfortably: Wear clothes that are comfortable for long periods and dress in layers.
• Take breaks: The STAAR test is not a race, so take breaks and go at your own pace.
• Have a plan: Plan something special to celebrate after the test is finished.
• Be encouraged: Have confidence that you will do well on the test.

Additional Resources:

• TEA STAAR Accommodations List
• STAAR Stuff by Region 13
• Reading Tips

Please note that due to changes in recent dyslexia laws from HB 3928, the following, as detailed on page seven of the HB 3928 FAQs document, must occur if the parent wishes for their student to receive Direct Dyslexia Instruction services. In other words, students having accommodations only for dyslexia may remain with 504, but those wanting to continue Direct Dyslexia Instruction services will need to move their student to Special Education.

As a student identified with dyslexia it is important to receive direct support by attending Direct Dyslexia Instruction classes. Students who receive Direct Dyslexia Instruction must attend class required class connect sessions Monday-Thursday (4 days per week).

Dyslexia Instruction will be a required class on your student’s schedule. The students assigned Dyslexia Teacher will contact the student and family with detailed class instructions. Please direct communication about class absences, assignments, or program materials to your assigned Dyslexia Teacher. You can find your teachers' contact information in the Dyslexia Department Directory.