P-20 Newsletter-Parent Engagement in Region 20

November 2017

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Parent Engagement in Region 20

P-20 NEWSLETTER

Dear Parents and Families,

Whether you are looking for online resources for your student or looking for upcoming activities for your family, we have compiled some helpful information in our November newsletter.

From the entire P-20 Team, we wish you a blessed Thanksgiving.

The Institute for P-20 Initiatives

Operation

Parent Strong

Begins Tuesday, November 28th

Free Online STEM Resources

PLUM LANDING is an innovative, STEM-based digital project that uses animated webisodes, online games, free apps, hands-on science activities, live-action videos, and a curious alien named Plum to help connect kids (ages 6-9) to nature, teach them about ecosystems,and get them pumped up for their role as caretakers of the planet.

UTSA Mariachi Los Paisanos Free Concert Nov. 28th

The students of the ensemble perform traditional favorites in this free concert that is open to the public.

Why do Leaves Change Color?

Kids love the fall for its pumpkins, cool weather and the changing colors of the leaves. Leaves that were green all summer long start to turn bright red, orange, and yellow. But where do these colors come from? Teach students why nature puts on this show.

ESC Region 20 has many parent training offerings for the 2017-2018 school year! Email kimberly.baumgardner@esc20.net

and click on the link to see the electronic brochure.

Nov. 29- Parental Rights in the Special Education Process

Nov. 30- Anxiety and Today's Youth

UTSA Ready is an early college awareness and academic preparation bridging program for high school juniors and seniors. Program participants are introduced to a number of topics meant to encourage, inspire and prepare them for college. The next class is December 16th. If you would like to come to the parent session while your student attends UTSA Ready. Register today.

Do You Know an Outstanding Mentor? Nominations are Open.

The Texas Mentoring Partnership is currently accepting nominations for outstanding mentors in several categories for the annual Texas Mentoring Summit Awards Luncheon being held January 11th & 12th. Nominations are due December 1st.

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