Back-to-School
Visit the Enrollment Checklist page of the TXEL portal to make sure you have everything your child needs as they head back to school this year. The checklist also has information on the Home Language Survey that you may be asked to fill out when you enroll your child.
The survey helps educators decide whether your child should be tested and considered for additional language support services, such as bilingual and/or English as a second language programs. The Home Language Survey is used only to determine language services for your child and not to determine immigration status. Here are some documents you will need to register your child:
• Photo ID (driver’s license or military ID, etc.) of person registering child
• Proof of residence (utility bill, phone bill, or rental/lease agreement, etc.)
• Child’s Birth Certificate or other proof of child’s identity and age
• Child’s Social Security card, if available (preferred, but not required)
• Child’s immunization record (up-to-date immunization record). For more information, go to
the Texas Health and Human Services website.
• Recent academic records if moving to a new school (report card, withdrawal form, transcript, etc.)
To find the school near you, use this school locator tool by entering your address.
Texas Tuition Promise Fund opens September 1, 2024. Start saving for your child’s college education or join an information session today!
The Texas Tuition Promise Fund is a way for families to lock in current undergraduate tuition rates at Texas public colleges and universities and can offer a more affordable college education.
Below is a short video explaining the program. You can also attend one of the upcoming webinars to learn more and answer any questions you may have. Visit the Events Page to find a time that works for you.
The second benefit of bilingualism is increased cognitive development as your child grows throughout their life and education Cognitive development refers to the changes in the brain that prepare people to think and learn. Learn more at: Office of Population Affairs.
Being bilingual, your child is able to develop thinking skills that will help them succeed in school. You can learn about the different program models available in Texas so you can better support your child.
Target Skills: Geography and science
Recommended Grade Levels: K-12
Visit this site to explore a Dino Road Trip! Then, let your child explore the site for educational fun.
Target Skills: Reading, Writing, Math
Recommended Grade Levels: K-6
Activities and books to read at home with your child.
This site shares resources and activities you can share with your child to set them up for school success. There are activities for reading and writing to try at home. Visit the free ebook library and click Show all eBooks.
Target Skills: Reading, Writing
Recommended Grade Levels: K-12
Education Resources on this site were designed to help meet the needs of migratory families in Texas. They are available in English and Spanish and are for use by all parents. Click “Create an Account” to access the resources. Once you enter, select the grade your child is in and access the lessons, videos or web-based games.
Vocabulary
Mealtime Math
Meal prep is the perfect time to get your child counting, measuring, estimating, comparing, and recognizing shapes. Ask your child to measure and count cups of ingredients, count how many plates and utensils are needed, and figure out who has more or less mashed potatoes. As you clean up, you can have your child name the shapes of the dishes and sponges, and count the number of steps they took to complete the cleanup task. Discussing math concepts in this way will help them gain a better understanding.
Fun Summer Reads
As fun, relaxing summer activities come to an end, take time to sit with your child and read to get them ready for a common routine in school. You can check out a book from the library or find one online. Storyline Online has a great selection! You can even read different books and talk about them with each other. Start off with a short time like 5 minutes, and increase the time to build your child’s endurance.
Read more At-home learning tips on the Supporting My Child page on the TXEL.org website. Scroll down to the Education on Literacy at Home section and click on Scholastic. Find more tips under “Skill Builders.”
Whether your child is moving into a campus dorm or an apartment, a lot of planning takes place before moving into college. The College Planning Timeline on the student resources page provides helpful tips like reaching out to your college and roommate. Dorm space is limited, so plan to take essentials without overcrowding your space.
Essentials like bedding, bath, toiletries, laundry and cleaning supplies are crucial to a comfortable stay in any dorm or apartment. Be sure to check with your college or university about what is allowable in the dorm.
The last focus area addressed by "Why Self-Care?” is to stay connected. This quarter, we look at connection in a new way. The article explores how digital connections can wear people down when overdone. Try limiting social media and device use to free up time to try other activities you enjoy like baking, crafting, and listening to music. Instead of turning to social media, remember your passions and try one creative activity that will bring you joy and rejuvenate your well-being. Here's a recipe for a simple white cake you can try!
Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students in Texas
TXEL.org is a web portal that provides information and resources that are relevant, accessible, and impactful to support educational leaders, teachers, parents and families, and community partners to ensure the academic success of the State’s emergent bilingual students.
Contact us at: https://www.txel.org/contact/
Email: EmergentBilingualSupport@tea.texas.gov
Visit: www.tea.texas.gov