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We made it to September—and we’ve officially made it past Labor Day! The first-day pictures have been taken, the new school supplies are getting some use, and that long Labor Day weekend gave everyone a chance to catch their breath. Now, families are beginning to settle into the real rhythm of the school year. For many students, this is when school starts to feel a little more familiar. They know their teachers, they understand their schedules, and they're beginning to figure out what works...

By Reach Your Peake, LLC Standardized Testing Season in the U.S.: What Teachers Are Dealing With Right Now By late April, most teachers can feel the shift in their classrooms! Students who were actively participating a few weeks ago may be quieter. Some are working more quickly than usual just to be finished, while others hesitate, second-guess themselves, or need more reassurance to get started. This is not unusual during STAAR (the End-of-Year Standardized Test in Texas) and other...

A 2026 Guide for Texas Public School Parents If your child is in a Texas public school, STAAR testing is coming up soon. By this point in the year, most families have at least started thinking about it whether that looks like planning ahead, feeling a little unsure, or simply trying not to overthink it. This guide is meant to give you a clear picture of what to expect and, more importantly, how to support your child in a way that actually helps. A Little Perspective From Me I’ve been an...