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June 27, 2024
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IDEA Public Schools celebrates World Social Media Day with the top posts from our official social media channels. Founded by Mashable on June 30, 2010,
We are so excited to announce our district has been recognized by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a non-profit organization that applies data science to accelerate
School’s out and summer break is in full effect! While it may be vacation time for most, our Child Nutrition Program teams across our regions
IDEA Public Schools celebrates World Social Media Day with the top posts from our official social media channels. Founded by Mashable on June 30, 2010,
We are so excited to announce our district has been recognized by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a non-profit organization that applies data science to accelerate
School’s out and summer break is in full effect! While it may be vacation time for most, our Child Nutrition Program teams across our regions
At IDEA, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. Our Team & Family guide our scholars, shape the futures of all
Fanny Menardi is an English as a Second Language teacher at IDEA River Bluff in Jacksonville, Florida. Originally, she started the 2023-24 school year as
The White House announced yesterday that IDEA Public Schools is among 13 K-12 schools nationwide to be celebrated by the U.S. Department of Energy, the
This week, IDEA Public Schools concluded their 2024 College Signing Day celebrations and events by recognizing our soon to be graduating seniors from across our
This week, 22 of IDEA’s high schools were ranked among the top 8% of nearly 25,000 high schools in the nation by U.S. News &
The momentum of our College Signing Day Events continues as we head down to Rio Grande Valley to celebrate our IDEA RGV class of 2024!
IDEA Round Rock Tech Academy Principal Sylvia Flores and science teacher Gustavo Perez led an out–of–this–world activity and watch party for the celestial phenomenon of
IDEA Public Schools’ College Signing Day (CSD) events for 2024 are in full gear! Every year, IDEA hosts CSD for regions with graduating seniors. This
This week, IDEA Public Schools proudly celebrates Farmworker Awareness Week, which is aimed towards honoring the daily contributions every farm worker makes in the food
IDEA Public Schools is proudly celebrating the “A” rating from one of our Jacksonville, Florida campuses, IDEA River Bluff. Founded in 2022, IDEA River Bluff
IDEA Team & Family, we are excited to announce the launch of our Spring Family Survey! We survey our IDEA parents and students to gain
IDEA is overjoyed to announce the achievements of the Class of 2023 in their journey to and through college! Nearly 100% of IDEA seniors from
Down in Jacksonville, Florida, one of our amazing science teachers is making waves of impact for her students through great class management practices, fun curriculum
One of our scholars from IDEA Quest in Edinburg, Texas has gained media attention for her library that serves multiple purposes for her community. Zoe
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
At IDEA Public Schools, we believe that every child can and will succeed if given the opportunity. Nearly one in twelve students in the United
Three IDEA Public Schools campuses in Texas – IDEA Elsa, IDEA Rio Grande City, and IDEA Edgemere – have earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR certification
IDEA Public Schools in the Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio are celebrating outstanding achievements with high-ranking schools in the 2022-23 Children At Risk School
Last month, our very own AP Statistics teacher out of IDEA South Flores, Dashiell Young-Saver, found himself on the prestigious 2024 Forbes 30 under 30
As we kick off 2024 and look ahead to the testing season, we remain especially focused on learning and student achievement. For the 2022-23 school year,
As we turn the page to 2024, IDEA Public Schools in Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Louisiana each bring a unique and vibrant spirit to
What a fantastic finish for the first half of the 2023-24 school year! Our student lottery is one of the most important events of the
The application for staff to apply to join the IDEA Public Schools Team & Family for the 2024-25 school year is now open! You can
At IDEA, our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where families can develop a solid line of communication, strengthening the connection between
National Gratitude Month encourages us to reflect on the people we are grateful for and the experiences that have shaped the trajectory of our lives.
IDEA Public Schools is proud to announce that 102 of our elementary and middle schools are ranked among the best in Texas according to U.S.
From unexpected sick days to important days off, our substitute teachers at IDEA provide our students with the help and support they need to not
We have exciting news to share! Effective November 2023, Matthew Robinson will transition from his role as Executive Principal at IDEA Valley View to begin
IDEA Public Schools observes Veterans Day on November 11, and we want to thank our veterans for their bravery, hard work, and dedication. 🎖❤ We
The word discipline has several definitions in the dictionary. One is “following the rules,” but that’s not the definition that factors into IDEA’s Organizational Priority
October is a time when we recognize the outstanding leaders of our campuses- our principals. This month, we got the chance to hear from Principal
IDEA scholars, parents, and community leaders from the IDEA Rio Grande Valley region are rallying for afterschool programs this week as part of Lights On
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce a new college partnership with Occidental College in Los Angeles, California. The agreement signed between IDEA and Occidental
Mr. José Mercado, known by many IDEA students and staff as “Don Jose,” spent seven years with IDEA Public Schools as a hard-working member of
Did you know that many of the delicious produce items served in our cafeterias come directly from our IDEA Child Nutrition Program (CNP) Farms? That’s
October is Bullying Prevention Month. At IDEA, one staff member has taken a unique and heartwarming approach to support students in their emotional and social
This October, we take time to recognize a special group of leaders in our Team & Family – our school principals. These dedicated individuals play
The 2023-24 school year is already in full swing! As the leaves are starting to change colors and the temperatures are slowly beginning to drop,
One in every five students reports being bullied at some point during the academic school year. It can take place at any school campus, anytime,
IDEA Team & Family, we are excited to announce the launch of our Fall Family Survey! Every year, IDEA learns valuable information regarding our family’s
IDEA is excited to announce that 133 schools across all of IDEA’s regions are among the top schools nationwide to earn a spot on the
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! IDEA Carver Academy has earned the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award by the U.S. Department of Education.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a great school? Rigorous? Dedicated? Both are great answers. There are two more
Today, 19 of IDEA’s high schools were ranked among the best high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report! This is the
September is Suicide Prevention Month, an opportunity for our communities to have deeper conversations about mental health and to learn about the warning signs and
It’s that time of year again, the application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2024-2025 school year is now open! The Application
Ana Ontiveros: Region One Nominee for Teacher of the Year Known on campus as “Ms. Onti,” Ana Ontiveros grew up in the small Nicaraguan town
Class is in session at IDEA Public Schools across four states and 11 regions! This August, we welcomed over 80,000 students into our campuses and
As summer nears its end, our scholars will soon set foot on an IDEA campus for the first day of the 2023-2024 school year! Returning
June 30 marks World Social Media Day and we’re celebrating by counting down some our most engaging posts from the 2022-23 school year shared on
The 2022-2023 school year at IDEA has been a year of hard work and achievement, Team & Family! We celebrated college acceptances for 100% of
IDEA Public Schools recognizes Pride Month and supports all individuals.
Summer is here, but the IDEA Team & Family knows that learning is a never-ending journey. We encourage all IDEA students to keep their brains
IDEA seniors in the Rio Grande Valley revealed their college decisions in front of friends, family, and scholars over two days at the McAllen Convention
IDEA Team & Family, This week marks the one-year anniversary of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, a community I worked in for many years and
“I have spent my whole life around schools since I was a little girl. Growing up within a family of educators, I have been inspired
During this special week, we salute our teachers and co-teachers for their hard work and dedication as they transform the lives of our students every
IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in honoring Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month (Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month) throughout the
College Signing Day is the event that families, staff, and graduating seniors look forward to most each year at IDEA Public Schools. It is a
IDEA Public Schools’ College Signing Day season kicked off this week with our celebration for the Class of 2023 in Austin, Texas at Palmer Events
How Typing Practice Can Help Your Child Succeed on End-of-Year Assessments As the end of the school year approaches, many students are preparing for online
This year, National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated from April 3 – 7! During this week, we join the National Association of Elementary School Principals, the National Association
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce that Nanette Cocero, PH.D., MBA and former Global President for Pfizer Vaccines, has been appointed to the Board
Chasing a Dream It’s the most respected nationwide distinction for teachers and certainly not easily achieved: National Board Certification. Karen Prewitt, Pre-AP (Advanced Placement) Algebra
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National School Social Work Week March 5-11, 2023. Social Workers at IDEA, play a critical role in creating a safe,
We hope your child has had an amazing year at IDEA Public Schools! With only a few months left in the 2022-32 school year, it’s
Shelby Henderson, a ninth grade scholar at IDEA Burke, created an artwork titled “No Matter Race Everyone is Equal” that was selected from record number
Our student lottery is complete! We are so excited to welcome our new families to IDEA Public Schools, beginning in August 2023! Now that lottery
At IDEA, we believe family engagement involves open, two-way communication between the school and the family. Together, we are united in a common mission to
It’s that time of year again! Families are tasked with making the very important decision of where they would like to send their children to
For Black History Month, IDEA Public Schools is recognizing the robust history of the “Divine Nine” fraternities and sororities and their presence within the IDEA
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of our annual Spring Family Survey! At IDEA, we highly value student and family voice. We
This February, IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in honoring Black History Month. The celebratory month, also known as National African American
Can you believe it? Our lottery is coming up next month! Before the lottery process begins, you need to make sure your application is submitted. To
We look forward to having our students return to IDEA Public Schools for the 2023-2024 school year! To guarantee your student’s spot, you will need
We hope your child has had an amazing year so far at IDEA Public Schools! With only a few months left in the 2022-23 school
Happy Holidays, Team & Family! IDEA Public Schools will be closed for Winter Break from Monday, December 19 – Monday January 2. Students will return
2022 Recap Blog The holiday season is here and we hope it brings you and your family joy and hope. Through the highs and lows
We are excited to kick off this Winter Break with well wishes for all the IDEA Team & Family! Our hope is that all our students,
18 students from IDEA’s Class of 2023 have been selected as finalists for the QuestBridge National College Match Program. Our students are among 5,613 high
One of the newest IDEA campuses in the Rio Grande Valley is providing opportunities for college-bound students with interests in agriculture through their Career and
Friday, November 18 is Substitute Educators Day, a day to encourage increased respect for substitute education employees. Each year during American Education Week, substitute
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving Break and remember all the many things we have to be grateful for, we are most thankful for our
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. In honor of this important month, we’re spotlighting Karla Tobias, an integral member of the IDEA Team &
One of our Veterans Day heroes is John Marquez, IDEA Brackenridge Facilities Team Member and veteran. Mr. Marquez joined IDEA in 2019 and was inspired
IDEA McAllen’s Fine Arts department sits in a quad of portables on campus. Walking through the campus, past the Academy building, outdoor pavilion, and College
IDEA Public Schools would like to make families aware of the McKinney-Vento Act to support our family’s social-emotional learning and ensure everyone has the resources
November 8, 2022 is General Election Day in the United States and an opportunity to raise our voices at the polls. We took a moment
This month, IDEA Public Schools is proud to celebrate the rich ancestry, culture, and contributions of American Indian and Indigenous Communities during Native American Heritage
October has been an eventful month of celebrations for our scholars and staff and as the month comes to an end, we caught up with
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to increase awareness and education around bullying. In 2006, National Bullying Prevention Month was founded to help
IDEA is thrilled to celebrate National Principals Month and spotlight principals in our network that lead their campuses with integrity, deliver results, and prioritize the
IDEA students, parents, and community leaders from the Rio Grande Valley will join on Thursday, October 20, 2022, to celebrate Lights On Afterschool, a national
Held during the third full week of October each year, National School Bus Safety Week serves as an important opportunity to highlight and address the
Shirley Castillo, Instructor at IDEA Donna College Prep, is a proud Uruguayan who is passionate about connecting and celebrating many cultural traditions with her children,
After-school programs at IDEA Edinburg College Prep are a source of joy for scholars and staff across the campus. Their rich programming of music, art,
October 12 is National Farmers Day, a day to celebrate and pay tribute to farmers and the important role they play in our scholars’ lives.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting IDEA Pharr’s Mariachi Leon and how they have brought the IDEA community together with their performances. The IDEA Pharr
Team & Family, with the long weekend ahead, be sure to practice good health and safety habits if you are traveling or gathering with friends
Our IDEA facilities team consists of our amazing custodians, facilities managers, regional managers of facilities and construction, and HQ staff who go above and beyond
Move This World provides social emotional learning (SEL) training with the use of interactive videos, movement, and creative expression to help students, educators, and families
For Hispanic Heritage Month, IDEA is highlighting its Latinx staff members who continue to proudly uphold the cultures and traditions that make them who they
IDEA Rio Grande Valley alumna, Valeria Carrillo, visited Rice University for the first time on a College Field Lesson in the 8th grade. Attracted by
To support our family’s social-emotional learning and school climate, 3rd -12th-grade students and parents will participate in a school survey this Fall. The Fall Family
This October, students across the district continue learning about historical and current Hispanic and Latinx figures during Hispanic Heritage Month. As we reflect on the
September 20 is National Voter Registration Day Did you know that Tuesday, September 20th, is National Voter Registration Day? National Voter Registration Day aims to
IDEA San Antonio Team & Family, It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Lowry Mays, a San Antonio philanthropist, businessman,
At IDEA Public Schools, mental health is just as important as physical health. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an opportunity for all to have
IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 – October 15! This annual celebration honors the
IDEA Public Schools has received official Advanced Placement (AP) test results, and we are excited to share that 30% of seniors in our AP for
The application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2023-2024 school year is now open! IDEA is a family of tuition-free public charter
Labor Day is upon us, and we are all excited about having an extended weekend to relax and refresh! Team & Family, during holidays and
Amplify CKLA is a high-quality literacy curriculum that aligns to our Florida and Ohio state standards. This school year, students will explore a myriad of
We have much to celebrate at IDEA as we usher in a new school year, including recent news from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Today,
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
IDEA Public Schools promotes a healthy and active lifestyle for our scholars by increasing access to health, wellness, and nutrition. IDEA’s Physical Education programming exists as
IDEA is excited to announce that 120 schools across our Texas and Tampa Bay regions are among the top schools nationwide to earn a spot
Hello IDEA Families, We are incredibly excited to welcome over 83,000 students to IDEA campuses for the 2022-2023 school year. Over the summer, our campus
July 26 marks the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This important civil
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National Summer Learning Week from July 11 – July 15! We know learning never stops, and this celebration is dedicated
The 2022-2023 school year is quickly approaching and parents and guardians of students who are attending new IDEA campuses are encouraged to complete the free
At IDEA Public Schools, mental health is just as important as physical health. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and September 5 – 11 is National Suicide Prevention
The application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2022-2023 school year is now open! IDEA is a family of tuition-free public charter schools
Labor Day is upon us, and we are all excited about having an extended weekend to relax and refresh. Please carefully consider your plans for
Overcoming a Most Challenging Year By Gisel Torres Medrano, 11th grader at IDEA Carver College Preparatory My family owns a small camera installation business that
By Johanna Reyes, IDEA College Preparatory Weslaco 2021 Graduate On March 30, 2021, I sat at my computer. In my email, there was a notification stating there
By Emily Torres, IDEA San Benito 2021 Graduate I’m a founding student at IDEA San Benito, which means I’ve attended my campus since kindergarten, when
Two IDEA students wanted to thank special staff members who served as a shining light this past year. We are so glad everybody can be
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National Summer Learning Week from July 12 – July 16! We know learning never stops, and this celebration is dedicated to elevating the
IDEA Public Schools is proud to celebrate Pride Month throughout the month of June! This annual celebration commemorates Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ)+ contributions
Spring Break is upon us and our scholars and educators are looking forward to the well-deserved break. With the recent media coverage of the coronavirus, we recognize
IDEA Public Schools celebrates World Social Media Day with the top posts from our official social media channels. Founded by Mashable on June 30, 2010,
We are so excited to announce our district has been recognized by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a non-profit organization that applies data science to accelerate
School’s out and summer break is in full effect! While it may be vacation time for most, our Child Nutrition Program teams across our regions
At IDEA, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. Our Team & Family guide our scholars, shape the futures of all
Fanny Menardi is an English as a Second Language teacher at IDEA River Bluff in Jacksonville, Florida. Originally, she started the 2023-24 school year as
The White House announced yesterday that IDEA Public Schools is among 13 K-12 schools nationwide to be celebrated by the U.S. Department of Energy, the
This week, IDEA Public Schools concluded their 2024 College Signing Day celebrations and events by recognizing our soon to be graduating seniors from across our
This week, 22 of IDEA’s high schools were ranked among the top 8% of nearly 25,000 high schools in the nation by U.S. News &
The momentum of our College Signing Day Events continues as we head down to Rio Grande Valley to celebrate our IDEA RGV class of 2024!
IDEA Round Rock Tech Academy Principal Sylvia Flores and science teacher Gustavo Perez led an out–of–this–world activity and watch party for the celestial phenomenon of
IDEA Public Schools’ College Signing Day (CSD) events for 2024 are in full gear! Every year, IDEA hosts CSD for regions with graduating seniors. This
This week, IDEA Public Schools proudly celebrates Farmworker Awareness Week, which is aimed towards honoring the daily contributions every farm worker makes in the food
IDEA Public Schools is proudly celebrating the “A” rating from one of our Jacksonville, Florida campuses, IDEA River Bluff. Founded in 2022, IDEA River Bluff
IDEA Team & Family, we are excited to announce the launch of our Spring Family Survey! We survey our IDEA parents and students to gain
IDEA is overjoyed to announce the achievements of the Class of 2023 in their journey to and through college! Nearly 100% of IDEA seniors from
Down in Jacksonville, Florida, one of our amazing science teachers is making waves of impact for her students through great class management practices, fun curriculum
One of our scholars from IDEA Quest in Edinburg, Texas has gained media attention for her library that serves multiple purposes for her community. Zoe
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
At IDEA Public Schools, we believe that every child can and will succeed if given the opportunity. Nearly one in twelve students in the United
Three IDEA Public Schools campuses in Texas – IDEA Elsa, IDEA Rio Grande City, and IDEA Edgemere – have earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR certification
IDEA Public Schools in the Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio are celebrating outstanding achievements with high-ranking schools in the 2022-23 Children At Risk School
Last month, our very own AP Statistics teacher out of IDEA South Flores, Dashiell Young-Saver, found himself on the prestigious 2024 Forbes 30 under 30
As we kick off 2024 and look ahead to the testing season, we remain especially focused on learning and student achievement. For the 2022-23 school year,
As we turn the page to 2024, IDEA Public Schools in Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Louisiana each bring a unique and vibrant spirit to
What a fantastic finish for the first half of the 2023-24 school year! Our student lottery is one of the most important events of the
The application for staff to apply to join the IDEA Public Schools Team & Family for the 2024-25 school year is now open! You can
At IDEA, our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where families can develop a solid line of communication, strengthening the connection between
National Gratitude Month encourages us to reflect on the people we are grateful for and the experiences that have shaped the trajectory of our lives.
IDEA Public Schools is proud to announce that 102 of our elementary and middle schools are ranked among the best in Texas according to U.S.
From unexpected sick days to important days off, our substitute teachers at IDEA provide our students with the help and support they need to not
We have exciting news to share! Effective November 2023, Matthew Robinson will transition from his role as Executive Principal at IDEA Valley View to begin
IDEA Public Schools observes Veterans Day on November 11, and we want to thank our veterans for their bravery, hard work, and dedication. 🎖❤ We
The word discipline has several definitions in the dictionary. One is “following the rules,” but that’s not the definition that factors into IDEA’s Organizational Priority
October is a time when we recognize the outstanding leaders of our campuses- our principals. This month, we got the chance to hear from Principal
IDEA scholars, parents, and community leaders from the IDEA Rio Grande Valley region are rallying for afterschool programs this week as part of Lights On
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce a new college partnership with Occidental College in Los Angeles, California. The agreement signed between IDEA and Occidental
Mr. José Mercado, known by many IDEA students and staff as “Don Jose,” spent seven years with IDEA Public Schools as a hard-working member of
Did you know that many of the delicious produce items served in our cafeterias come directly from our IDEA Child Nutrition Program (CNP) Farms? That’s
October is Bullying Prevention Month. At IDEA, one staff member has taken a unique and heartwarming approach to support students in their emotional and social
This October, we take time to recognize a special group of leaders in our Team & Family – our school principals. These dedicated individuals play
The 2023-24 school year is already in full swing! As the leaves are starting to change colors and the temperatures are slowly beginning to drop,
One in every five students reports being bullied at some point during the academic school year. It can take place at any school campus, anytime,
IDEA Team & Family, we are excited to announce the launch of our Fall Family Survey! Every year, IDEA learns valuable information regarding our family’s
IDEA is excited to announce that 133 schools across all of IDEA’s regions are among the top schools nationwide to earn a spot on the
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! IDEA Carver Academy has earned the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award by the U.S. Department of Education.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a great school? Rigorous? Dedicated? Both are great answers. There are two more
Today, 19 of IDEA’s high schools were ranked among the best high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report! This is the
September is Suicide Prevention Month, an opportunity for our communities to have deeper conversations about mental health and to learn about the warning signs and
It’s that time of year again, the application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2024-2025 school year is now open! The Application
Ana Ontiveros: Region One Nominee for Teacher of the Year Known on campus as “Ms. Onti,” Ana Ontiveros grew up in the small Nicaraguan town
Class is in session at IDEA Public Schools across four states and 11 regions! This August, we welcomed over 80,000 students into our campuses and
As summer nears its end, our scholars will soon set foot on an IDEA campus for the first day of the 2023-2024 school year! Returning
June 30 marks World Social Media Day and we’re celebrating by counting down some our most engaging posts from the 2022-23 school year shared on
The 2022-2023 school year at IDEA has been a year of hard work and achievement, Team & Family! We celebrated college acceptances for 100% of
IDEA Public Schools recognizes Pride Month and supports all individuals.
Summer is here, but the IDEA Team & Family knows that learning is a never-ending journey. We encourage all IDEA students to keep their brains
IDEA seniors in the Rio Grande Valley revealed their college decisions in front of friends, family, and scholars over two days at the McAllen Convention
IDEA Team & Family, This week marks the one-year anniversary of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, a community I worked in for many years and
“I have spent my whole life around schools since I was a little girl. Growing up within a family of educators, I have been inspired
During this special week, we salute our teachers and co-teachers for their hard work and dedication as they transform the lives of our students every
IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in honoring Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month (Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month) throughout the
College Signing Day is the event that families, staff, and graduating seniors look forward to most each year at IDEA Public Schools. It is a
IDEA Public Schools’ College Signing Day season kicked off this week with our celebration for the Class of 2023 in Austin, Texas at Palmer Events
How Typing Practice Can Help Your Child Succeed on End-of-Year Assessments As the end of the school year approaches, many students are preparing for online
This year, National Assistant Principals Week is celebrated from April 3 – 7! During this week, we join the National Association of Elementary School Principals, the National Association
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce that Nanette Cocero, PH.D., MBA and former Global President for Pfizer Vaccines, has been appointed to the Board
Chasing a Dream It’s the most respected nationwide distinction for teachers and certainly not easily achieved: National Board Certification. Karen Prewitt, Pre-AP (Advanced Placement) Algebra
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National School Social Work Week March 5-11, 2023. Social Workers at IDEA, play a critical role in creating a safe,
We hope your child has had an amazing year at IDEA Public Schools! With only a few months left in the 2022-32 school year, it’s
Shelby Henderson, a ninth grade scholar at IDEA Burke, created an artwork titled “No Matter Race Everyone is Equal” that was selected from record number
Our student lottery is complete! We are so excited to welcome our new families to IDEA Public Schools, beginning in August 2023! Now that lottery
At IDEA, we believe family engagement involves open, two-way communication between the school and the family. Together, we are united in a common mission to
It’s that time of year again! Families are tasked with making the very important decision of where they would like to send their children to
For Black History Month, IDEA Public Schools is recognizing the robust history of the “Divine Nine” fraternities and sororities and their presence within the IDEA
IDEA Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of our annual Spring Family Survey! At IDEA, we highly value student and family voice. We
This February, IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in honoring Black History Month. The celebratory month, also known as National African American
Can you believe it? Our lottery is coming up next month! Before the lottery process begins, you need to make sure your application is submitted. To
We look forward to having our students return to IDEA Public Schools for the 2023-2024 school year! To guarantee your student’s spot, you will need
We hope your child has had an amazing year so far at IDEA Public Schools! With only a few months left in the 2022-23 school
Happy Holidays, Team & Family! IDEA Public Schools will be closed for Winter Break from Monday, December 19 – Monday January 2. Students will return
2022 Recap Blog The holiday season is here and we hope it brings you and your family joy and hope. Through the highs and lows
We are excited to kick off this Winter Break with well wishes for all the IDEA Team & Family! Our hope is that all our students,
18 students from IDEA’s Class of 2023 have been selected as finalists for the QuestBridge National College Match Program. Our students are among 5,613 high
One of the newest IDEA campuses in the Rio Grande Valley is providing opportunities for college-bound students with interests in agriculture through their Career and
Friday, November 18 is Substitute Educators Day, a day to encourage increased respect for substitute education employees. Each year during American Education Week, substitute
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving Break and remember all the many things we have to be grateful for, we are most thankful for our
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. In honor of this important month, we’re spotlighting Karla Tobias, an integral member of the IDEA Team &
One of our Veterans Day heroes is John Marquez, IDEA Brackenridge Facilities Team Member and veteran. Mr. Marquez joined IDEA in 2019 and was inspired
IDEA McAllen’s Fine Arts department sits in a quad of portables on campus. Walking through the campus, past the Academy building, outdoor pavilion, and College
IDEA Public Schools would like to make families aware of the McKinney-Vento Act to support our family’s social-emotional learning and ensure everyone has the resources
November 8, 2022 is General Election Day in the United States and an opportunity to raise our voices at the polls. We took a moment
This month, IDEA Public Schools is proud to celebrate the rich ancestry, culture, and contributions of American Indian and Indigenous Communities during Native American Heritage
October has been an eventful month of celebrations for our scholars and staff and as the month comes to an end, we caught up with
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to increase awareness and education around bullying. In 2006, National Bullying Prevention Month was founded to help
IDEA is thrilled to celebrate National Principals Month and spotlight principals in our network that lead their campuses with integrity, deliver results, and prioritize the
IDEA students, parents, and community leaders from the Rio Grande Valley will join on Thursday, October 20, 2022, to celebrate Lights On Afterschool, a national
Held during the third full week of October each year, National School Bus Safety Week serves as an important opportunity to highlight and address the
Shirley Castillo, Instructor at IDEA Donna College Prep, is a proud Uruguayan who is passionate about connecting and celebrating many cultural traditions with her children,
After-school programs at IDEA Edinburg College Prep are a source of joy for scholars and staff across the campus. Their rich programming of music, art,
October 12 is National Farmers Day, a day to celebrate and pay tribute to farmers and the important role they play in our scholars’ lives.
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting IDEA Pharr’s Mariachi Leon and how they have brought the IDEA community together with their performances. The IDEA Pharr
Team & Family, with the long weekend ahead, be sure to practice good health and safety habits if you are traveling or gathering with friends
Our IDEA facilities team consists of our amazing custodians, facilities managers, regional managers of facilities and construction, and HQ staff who go above and beyond
Move This World provides social emotional learning (SEL) training with the use of interactive videos, movement, and creative expression to help students, educators, and families
For Hispanic Heritage Month, IDEA is highlighting its Latinx staff members who continue to proudly uphold the cultures and traditions that make them who they
IDEA Rio Grande Valley alumna, Valeria Carrillo, visited Rice University for the first time on a College Field Lesson in the 8th grade. Attracted by
To support our family’s social-emotional learning and school climate, 3rd -12th-grade students and parents will participate in a school survey this Fall. The Fall Family
This October, students across the district continue learning about historical and current Hispanic and Latinx figures during Hispanic Heritage Month. As we reflect on the
September 20 is National Voter Registration Day Did you know that Tuesday, September 20th, is National Voter Registration Day? National Voter Registration Day aims to
IDEA San Antonio Team & Family, It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Lowry Mays, a San Antonio philanthropist, businessman,
At IDEA Public Schools, mental health is just as important as physical health. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an opportunity for all to have
IDEA Public Schools is proud to join our nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 – October 15! This annual celebration honors the
IDEA Public Schools has received official Advanced Placement (AP) test results, and we are excited to share that 30% of seniors in our AP for
The application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2023-2024 school year is now open! IDEA is a family of tuition-free public charter
Labor Day is upon us, and we are all excited about having an extended weekend to relax and refresh! Team & Family, during holidays and
Amplify CKLA is a high-quality literacy curriculum that aligns to our Florida and Ohio state standards. This school year, students will explore a myriad of
We have much to celebrate at IDEA as we usher in a new school year, including recent news from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Today,
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
IDEA Public Schools promotes a healthy and active lifestyle for our scholars by increasing access to health, wellness, and nutrition. IDEA’s Physical Education programming exists as
IDEA is excited to announce that 120 schools across our Texas and Tampa Bay regions are among the top schools nationwide to earn a spot
Hello IDEA Families, We are incredibly excited to welcome over 83,000 students to IDEA campuses for the 2022-2023 school year. Over the summer, our campus
July 26 marks the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which was signed into law on July 26, 1990. This important civil
Career and Technical Education at IDEA enhances our mission of college for all by allowing students to explore career fields that mirror the job market
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National Summer Learning Week from July 11 – July 15! We know learning never stops, and this celebration is dedicated
The 2022-2023 school year is quickly approaching and parents and guardians of students who are attending new IDEA campuses are encouraged to complete the free
At IDEA Public Schools, mental health is just as important as physical health. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and September 5 – 11 is National Suicide Prevention
The application window to apply to IDEA Public Schools for the 2022-2023 school year is now open! IDEA is a family of tuition-free public charter schools
Labor Day is upon us, and we are all excited about having an extended weekend to relax and refresh. Please carefully consider your plans for
Overcoming a Most Challenging Year By Gisel Torres Medrano, 11th grader at IDEA Carver College Preparatory My family owns a small camera installation business that
By Johanna Reyes, IDEA College Preparatory Weslaco 2021 Graduate On March 30, 2021, I sat at my computer. In my email, there was a notification stating there
By Emily Torres, IDEA San Benito 2021 Graduate I’m a founding student at IDEA San Benito, which means I’ve attended my campus since kindergarten, when
Two IDEA students wanted to thank special staff members who served as a shining light this past year. We are so glad everybody can be
IDEA Public Schools is celebrating National Summer Learning Week from July 12 – July 16! We know learning never stops, and this celebration is dedicated to elevating the
IDEA Public Schools is proud to celebrate Pride Month throughout the month of June! This annual celebration commemorates Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ)+ contributions
Spring Break is upon us and our scholars and educators are looking forward to the well-deserved break. With the recent media coverage of the coronavirus, we recognize
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