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Your input is needed! The RISD Special Student Services Department and SAGE PTA are planning the annual Special Student Services Parent Symposium. Parents, let us know about your needs and interests! Survey link: forms.gle/2SBu171LiBGs...
January 20, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Your input is needed! The RISD Special Student Services Department and SAGE PTA are planning the annual Special Student Services Parent Symposium. Parents, let us know about your needs and interests! Survey link: forms.gle/2SBu171LiBGs...
Special Education newsletter from the Texas Education Agency with a funding update and survey for educators and parents: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
January 20, 2026 at 1:56 PM
Special Education newsletter from the Texas Education Agency with a funding update and survey for educators and parents: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXT...
SAGE PTA is very grateful for our family sponsors! Thank you to:
Vanessa Pacheco, Family Sustaining Member, and
Joey, Elizabeth, and Brian Kaner, Family Partners!
Thank you so much for supporting our work for students with SAGE needs, their families, and their teachers! 💗🌟
Vanessa Pacheco, Family Sustaining Member, and
Joey, Elizabeth, and Brian Kaner, Family Partners!
Thank you so much for supporting our work for students with SAGE needs, their families, and their teachers! 💗🌟
January 18, 2026 at 4:43 AM
SAGE PTA is very grateful for our family sponsors! Thank you to:
Vanessa Pacheco, Family Sustaining Member, and
Joey, Elizabeth, and Brian Kaner, Family Partners!
Thank you so much for supporting our work for students with SAGE needs, their families, and their teachers! 💗🌟
Vanessa Pacheco, Family Sustaining Member, and
Joey, Elizabeth, and Brian Kaner, Family Partners!
Thank you so much for supporting our work for students with SAGE needs, their families, and their teachers! 💗🌟
Did you know that you can support SAGE (Special & Gifted Education) needs in many ways, including at your child’s school? Students with disabilities & learning differences need your support, and it’s easy to get involved. Read our post to find a great fit: bit.ly/SAGE-Awareness
January 16, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Did you know that you can support SAGE (Special & Gifted Education) needs in many ways, including at your child’s school? Students with disabilities & learning differences need your support, and it’s easy to get involved. Read our post to find a great fit: bit.ly/SAGE-Awareness
Learn about $1,500 grants for families of TX students receiving Special Education services! From @SPEDTEX: “Join us for a free statewide webinar on January 21, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. (CT) to learn about the Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program… (1/2)
January 15, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Learn about $1,500 grants for families of TX students receiving Special Education services! From @SPEDTEX: “Join us for a free statewide webinar on January 21, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. (CT) to learn about the Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program… (1/2)
🚨Advocacy Alert!🚨 Disability orgs across the country are taking action to preserve the rights of students with disabilities. Please see below for info on how families can help. Link from The Arc: bit.ly/4sGf0Vk
#DisabilityRights #EqualAccess #SpecialEducation
#DisabilityRights #EqualAccess #SpecialEducation
January 15, 2026 at 4:52 AM
🚨Advocacy Alert!🚨 Disability orgs across the country are taking action to preserve the rights of students with disabilities. Please see below for info on how families can help. Link from The Arc: bit.ly/4sGf0Vk
#DisabilityRights #EqualAccess #SpecialEducation
#DisabilityRights #EqualAccess #SpecialEducation
Save the date! GT Parent Conference from the Baylor Center for Gifted Education & Talent Development, in person, Lovejoy ISD, Feb 28. Gain practical strategies, hear from experts, & connect with other families. gifted.soe.baylor.edu/parents/pare...
#GTParents
(not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
#GTParents
(not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
January 15, 2026 at 4:44 AM
Save the date! GT Parent Conference from the Baylor Center for Gifted Education & Talent Development, in person, Lovejoy ISD, Feb 28. Gain practical strategies, hear from experts, & connect with other families. gifted.soe.baylor.edu/parents/pare...
#GTParents
(not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
#GTParents
(not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
SAGE PTA is grateful for our RISD Board of Trustees and their tireless work for all students! We are especially thankful for the time and care our Trustees have dedicated to understanding students with SAGE needs. (1/2)
January 13, 2026 at 9:34 PM
SAGE PTA is grateful for our RISD Board of Trustees and their tireless work for all students! We are especially thankful for the time and care our Trustees have dedicated to understanding students with SAGE needs. (1/2)
From RISD: RISD families are invited to join a virtual Parent University: Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.
For details on January sessions and to register, please visit: , visit web.risd.org/home/parent-...
For details on January sessions and to register, please visit: , visit web.risd.org/home/parent-...
December 21, 2025 at 5:03 AM
From RISD: RISD families are invited to join a virtual Parent University: Getting Ready for College, Career & Beyond series focused on academic and postsecondary options for students.
For details on January sessions and to register, please visit: , visit web.risd.org/home/parent-...
For details on January sessions and to register, please visit: , visit web.risd.org/home/parent-...
Thank you to National PTA for sharing the below article to celebrate the 50 year anniversary of IDEA! Learn more about this landmark law and about current challenges to ensuring that its protections remain effective: www.k12dive.com/news/idea-at...
#SpecialEd #EveryChildOneVoice
#SpecialEd #EveryChildOneVoice
December 15, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Thank you to National PTA for sharing the below article to celebrate the 50 year anniversary of IDEA! Learn more about this landmark law and about current challenges to ensuring that its protections remain effective: www.k12dive.com/news/idea-at...
#SpecialEd #EveryChildOneVoice
#SpecialEd #EveryChildOneVoice
Last few hours— don’t miss out on unique jewelry, decor, & other handmade items!
By request, our fundraiser has been extended! Start at NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta and 25% supports SAGE! Items w/ a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
By request, our fundraiser has been extended! Start at NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta and 25% supports SAGE! Items w/ a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
December 10, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Last few hours— don’t miss out on unique jewelry, decor, & other handmade items!
By request, our fundraiser has been extended! Start at NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta and 25% supports SAGE! Items w/ a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
By request, our fundraiser has been extended! Start at NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta and 25% supports SAGE! Items w/ a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
GT parents: free virtual event from the Gifted Education Family Network, presented by RISD’s own Michelle Gordon! Ms. Gordon was recognized as a 2024 GEFN Educator of the Year.
Free GEFN membership & event access at giftededucationfamilynetwork.org/joinus/
(event not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
Free GEFN membership & event access at giftededucationfamilynetwork.org/joinus/
(event not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
December 10, 2025 at 1:14 AM
GT parents: free virtual event from the Gifted Education Family Network, presented by RISD’s own Michelle Gordon! Ms. Gordon was recognized as a 2024 GEFN Educator of the Year.
Free GEFN membership & event access at giftededucationfamilynetwork.org/joinus/
(event not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
Free GEFN membership & event access at giftededucationfamilynetwork.org/joinus/
(event not affiliated with RISD/PTA)
Thank you to @richardsonisd.bsky.social for recognizing the importance of this day, and thank you to the RISD Special Student Services Department for working hard every day to meet the needs of RISD’s incredible students with disabilities! (1/2)
December 3, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Thank you to @richardsonisd.bsky.social for recognizing the importance of this day, and thank you to the RISD Special Student Services Department for working hard every day to meet the needs of RISD’s incredible students with disabilities! (1/2)
Parking is 😱 this time of year, but it's especially important to respect the needs of people with disabilities. Please remember: do not park in the striped access area beside a parking spot reserved for cars with Disabled Parking Permits (this prevents wheelchair users... (1/2)
December 2, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Parking is 😱 this time of year, but it's especially important to respect the needs of people with disabilities. Please remember: do not park in the striped access area beside a parking spot reserved for cars with Disabled Parking Permits (this prevents wheelchair users... (1/2)
Shopping for Cyber Monday? By request, our fundraiser has been extended through Dec. 10th! Shop starting w/ our link (NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta) and 25% of sales support SAGE PTA! Items with a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
December 1, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Shopping for Cyber Monday? By request, our fundraiser has been extended through Dec. 10th! Shop starting w/ our link (NOVICA.com/risd-sage-pta) and 25% of sales support SAGE PTA! Items with a bow are guaranteed by NOVICA to arrive by 12/25! Other items may arrive after 12/25.
Please share widely. We can learn together.
“We need you to say something when others use the R-word.
We need you to share this blog widely.
We need you to be part of the reason this word finally fades from our culture.”
From @TheArcUS: bit.ly/46eCLLw
#SpreadTheWordToEndTheWord
“We need you to say something when others use the R-word.
We need you to share this blog widely.
We need you to be part of the reason this word finally fades from our culture.”
From @TheArcUS: bit.ly/46eCLLw
#SpreadTheWordToEndTheWord
November 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Please share widely. We can learn together.
“We need you to say something when others use the R-word.
We need you to share this blog widely.
We need you to be part of the reason this word finally fades from our culture.”
From @TheArcUS: bit.ly/46eCLLw
#SpreadTheWordToEndTheWord
“We need you to say something when others use the R-word.
We need you to share this blog widely.
We need you to be part of the reason this word finally fades from our culture.”
From @TheArcUS: bit.ly/46eCLLw
#SpreadTheWordToEndTheWord
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
#Inclusion #Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
November 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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
#Inclusion #Neurodiversity #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
We are filled with gratitude for the RISD educators who teach our students, for our members, and for our volunteers who make SAGE PTA possible. Thank you! 🥰
November 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
We are filled with gratitude for the RISD educators who teach our students, for our members, and for our volunteers who make SAGE PTA possible. Thank you! 🥰
Helpful post for parents, from @NationalPTA: Five Actionable Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health. Link: ptaourchildren.org/five-actiona...
#SocialAndEmotionalWellness #HowWePTA #MentalHealth
#SocialAndEmotionalWellness #HowWePTA #MentalHealth
November 25, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Helpful post for parents, from @NationalPTA: Five Actionable Ways to Support Your Child’s Mental Health. Link: ptaourchildren.org/five-actiona...
#SocialAndEmotionalWellness #HowWePTA #MentalHealth
#SocialAndEmotionalWellness #HowWePTA #MentalHealth
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
#DisabilitySupport #EveryChildOneVoice #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
November 25, 2025 at 5:38 AM
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
#DisabilitySupport #EveryChildOneVoice #RISDBelievesInAllAbilities
What a great RISD resource with enrichment ideas for families— there’s something here for ALL students!
Link: web.risd.org/home/thanksg...
We hope that all SAGE families and teachers have a restful and healthy Thanksgiving Break. 🍂🍁❤️
Link: web.risd.org/home/thanksg...
We hope that all SAGE families and teachers have a restful and healthy Thanksgiving Break. 🍂🍁❤️
November 22, 2025 at 8:28 PM
What a great RISD resource with enrichment ideas for families— there’s something here for ALL students!
Link: web.risd.org/home/thanksg...
We hope that all SAGE families and teachers have a restful and healthy Thanksgiving Break. 🍂🍁❤️
Link: web.risd.org/home/thanksg...
We hope that all SAGE families and teachers have a restful and healthy Thanksgiving Break. 🍂🍁❤️
Parents of RISD students receiving GT services: check your email for the latest news from Advanced Learning Programs & Services! Continue exploring Depth & Complexity, learn about the growth & progress of RISD GT students, find gift recommendations for GT learners, & more. (1/2)
November 19, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Parents of RISD students receiving GT services: check your email for the latest news from Advanced Learning Programs & Services! Continue exploring Depth & Complexity, learn about the growth & progress of RISD GT students, find gift recommendations for GT learners, & more. (1/2)
Must-see event: leaders from NCLD, the National Down Syndrome Society, the Council of Administrators of Special Education and Hillsborough County Special Education PTA are joining National PTA for a webinar this week! (1/3)
November 18, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Must-see event: leaders from NCLD, the National Down Syndrome Society, the Council of Administrators of Special Education and Hillsborough County Special Education PTA are joining National PTA for a webinar this week! (1/3)
Have you checked out our NOVICA fundraiser yet? Through this Friday, shop for global gifts through our link and 25% of sales support SAGE PTA! Have fun shopping, and please share! Our link: www.novica.com/risd-sage-pta/
November 17, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Have you checked out our NOVICA fundraiser yet? Through this Friday, shop for global gifts through our link and 25% of sales support SAGE PTA! Have fun shopping, and please share! Our link: www.novica.com/risd-sage-pta/
“‘As a kid riddled with insecurity and internalized ableism, I could not see a path forward… It was thanks to friendships and people who believed in me that I was able to fight my way out of miserable situations into a place where I finally felt comfortable in my skin.’” (1/2)
November 16, 2025 at 2:35 AM
“‘As a kid riddled with insecurity and internalized ableism, I could not see a path forward… It was thanks to friendships and people who believed in me that I was able to fight my way out of miserable situations into a place where I finally felt comfortable in my skin.’” (1/2)