SAGE PTA is grateful that Richardson ISD prioritizes identification of all students who need GT services, in all of RISD’s communities! #AllMeansAll #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
SAGE PTA is grateful that Richardson ISD prioritizes identification of all students who need GT services, in all of RISD’s communities!
#AllMeansAll #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
Below are just two of the awards SAGE PTA has received from Texas PTA this year. We are proud to support SAGE students, parents, teachers, and the RISD community!
#HowWePTA #EveryChildOneVoice #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
Check out this wonderful story from @richardsonisd.bsky.social about an RHS senior making a difference for students with nonverbal communication differences! Link: web.risd.org/home/rhs-com...
#Inclusion #RISDGreatness #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
ICYMI: February Special Education newsletter from the Texas Education Agency:
content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #Disability #EveryChildOneVoice
THANK YOU, families, for showing 💙 to RISD's wonderful Dyslexia Dept & Advanced Learning Teachers! SAGE volunteers delivered breakfast & treats Monday, with notes from students. Thank you families, and thank you to RISD SAGE educators for all you do!
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #HowWePTA #Disability
Do you LOVE showing your support for SAGE differences? Check out our updated SAGE PTA shop with new items, including yard flags and new t-shirt options! 💗 A portion of every purchase benefits our nonprofit SAGE PTA!
Link: www.bonfire.com/store/risd-sage-pta
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #HowWePTA
For parents of students with autism: Thurs, Feb. 19, 6-7pm, RISD’s Parent University session will focus on "Understanding Autism: Visuals, Tools, and Future Planning." Registration and details: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
(2/2) Thank you, Mr. Poteet, Ms. McGowan, Ms. Rentería, Ms. Timme, Ms. Pacheco, Ms. Harris, and Mr. Eager!
#SchoolBoardMonth #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #RISDBeTheOne
(2/2) Learn more about RISD programs designed to support all students' learning: bit.ly/3ZvWSkm
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #NationalSpecialEducationDay
#EveryChildEveryDay
Please see below for the last 2025 Special Education newsletter from the TEA. Included: links to provide public comments on Texas Special Education rule amendments, comment periods ending Dec. 1 & Dec. 8: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
#Inclusion #Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
The @PACERCenter offers free webinars for parents of students with disabilities. Please see below for links to workshops for December (us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...) and January (us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...).
#DisabilitySupport #EveryChildOneVoice #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
(2/2) Learn more on our website: sites.google.com/view/sage-pt...
#CollegeAndCareerReady #Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #RISDBeTheOne
Congratulations to Ms. Brandi Jackson, @richardsonisd.bsky.social GT teacher at Arapaho Elementary and a member of our SAGE PTA board! Ms. Jackson has been recognized as the statewide 2025 TAGT Advocate for the Gifted! GT families are lucky to have you in our district! 🎉
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
All RISD seniors and parents are invited to attend an upcoming Financial Aid Night. RISD’s College and Career Advisors will be ready to navigate the FAFSA! Tuesday, Oct. 28, 6-8 PM - Berkner High School Library Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6-8 PM - Richardson High School Library Be sure to bring: • 2024 income tax documentation and W2 forms. • Student and parent’s social security numbers (if applicable) • Student and parent’s FSA ID (if you already have one) • Chromebook Spanish interpreters will be available.
RISD seniors and parents: please see below re: RISD’s upcoming Financial Aid Night!
Tues, Oct 28, 6-8pm, Berkner Library
Wed, Oct 29, 6-8pm, RHS Library
Please see RISD post/flyer for docs to bring. Spanish interpreters are available.
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #RISDDreamBig
Students with certain disabilities may qualify for free access to audiobooks through the Texas Talking Book Program! From the Texas State Library and Archives Commission: “Learn more at www.tsl.texas.gov/tbp/reading_disabilities or call 1-800-252-9605.”
#DyslexiaSupport #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
SAGE PTA is grateful for RISD leaders and educators who work hard for the success of every student!
Article link: communityimpact.com/dallas-fort-...
#RISDBeTheOne #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
#RISDDreamBig #EveryChildOneVoice
(2/2) Learn about the history of the 504 Sit-In from the Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund: dredf.org/short-histor...
#Inclusion #EveryChildOneVoice #DisabilityAwareness #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #Disability
(2/2) “Parents of children new to the dyslexia program and those looking for additional resources are encouraged to attend!”
#DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
Please see below for the latest Special Education newsletter from the Texas Education Agency:
Link: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
SAGE families: do you know a teacher, counselor, or principal in Richardson ISD who loves meeting the SAGE needs of their students? Submit a nomination today and celebrate these wonderful educators! Link:
heblovesteachers.com/nominate/
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #RISDDreamBig
ICYMI: Please see below for the Special Education and Advanced Academics newsletters from August from the TEA:
content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #Disability
If you haven't yet renewed to join SAGE PTA for the new school year, here is your reminder! 🥰 Your voice helps SAGE to offer support, to raise awareness, and to advocate for the needs of all RISD SAGE students! Learn more & join today at bit.ly/JoinSAGEPTA25
#Disability #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
The SAGE PTA Shop is OPEN! 🛒🛍😍
Shop for your favorite merch and show your support for SAGE needs in RISD!
Nonprofit shop link: www.bonfire.com/store/risd-s...
#Disability #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #EveryChildOneVoice
(2/2) Show your support for students with diverse learning needs, their teachers, and their families!
#RISDFirstDay #RISDDreamBig #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
(4/4) Thank you to @richardsonisd.bsky.social for offering AP courses in all four RISD high schools!
#AdvancedLearningNeeds #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
Did you know? The RISD Summer Enrichment site offers activities for all students! This resource was created by the Advanced Learning team to encourage learning & growth all summer. To access, visit secure.smore.com/n/2vgy89 and follow @richardsonisd.bsky.social.
#RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
June 2025 Special Education Newsletter from the Texas Education Agency: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
#Inclusion #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #SpecialEducation
2/2) Please see our Facebook post for an article from our May newsletter about Ms. Jackson, her award from the Association of Texas Professional Educators, and her work in RISD! facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...
#RISDGreatness #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities #RISDBeTheOne
Free webinar this week from ADDitude Magazine for families of students with ADHD, Thursday, June 5 at 12 noon central time. Info and registration: www.additudemag.com/webinar/how-...
#Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
