Parents & Families
Family support and encouragement can make a significant difference in students’ academic success and overall development. This section aims to provide valuable resources and strategies to equip families to be their child's partner and role model in learning.
Knowing and understanding the school system is a daunting task. However, in order to help our children, we need to be able to guide them through the educational process. The “Navigating the School System” portal is to help parents, families, and educators understand many aspects of the educational system such as enrollment, vaccinations, attendance, transitions through grade levels, discipline, and so much more.
Some policies, procedures, and regulations may vary. The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for informational purposes only. Information on this website may not constitute the most up-to-date information. This website contains links to other third-party websites. All views expressed on those third-party websites are not necessarily those of TEA or the PFE Statewide Initiative.
Early Childhood Education Resources
Early childhood education is a crucial stage in a child's development, laying the foundation for their future academic success, social-emotional growth, and personal well-being. As parents and educators, we play a vital role in providing enriching experiences and fostering a love of learning in our young children. This section aims to provide you with a comprehensive guide to early childhood education resources, empowering you to support your child's holistic development.
Resources for Parents & Families
STAAR
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) is a standardized test that is given to students in grades 3-11 to measure their academic performance in various subjects. The STAAR exam is used to determine whether students are meeting the state's academic standards for promotion and graduation.
Here are some resources to help students prepare for the STAAR exam.
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Recursos STAAR en español
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Law & Statute for Parents
Parent resources for educational statute are a valuable tool for parents to understand the laws that govern their child's education. These resources can help parents to stay informed about the school's policies, understand the school's rationale for its policies, and advocate for their child.
College and Career Readiness
We want the best for our children, and that includes preparing them for the future. Whether they're headed to college or directly into the workforce, it's important to help them develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
Here are some resources and information you need to support your child's college and career readiness.
Mental Health
The Title IV School Safety State Initiative in Region 14 of Texas is all about making schools safer for our children. It's a comprehensive program that focuses on various aspects of safety, like identifying and addressing potential threats, providing support for mental health issues, and preventing violence.
The "Family Learning Connection," previously known as the "PFE Connection Newsletter," aims to provide a platform for sharing news, resources, and inspiring stories that highlight the importance of family engagement in education. We believe that when families and educators work together, students achieve greater success.
Newsletters
What are you doing at home to be more engaged with your child? We would love to hear the fun traditions, habits, procedures, and more you are doing! Some ideas you could share include:
Homework procedures,
Conversation starters,
Traditions that teach your child about kindness, giving, acceptance, or more,
Fun games you play with your child,
How you get your kids engaged in reading, math, or other subjects,
Ways you communicate with your child’s teachers or school.
For a chance to share your knowledge, and possibly be spotlighted in the newsletter, fill out the form linked below.