May 15, 2026
May 15, 2026
Dear Innovators,
As we close out another incredible school year, we want to take a moment to celebrate you, our principals, coordinators, teachers, and specialists who continue to make the Advanced Curriculum program and Young Innovators Summer Academy such a meaningful success. Your dedication, collaboration, and commitment to excellence have created transformative learning experiences for students across our feeder pattern, and we are deeply grateful for the passion you bring to this work each day.
Year 2 Highlights
Continued the growth and expansion of the Young Innovators Summer Academy (YISA) through engaging, student-centered enrichment experiences
Strengthened student achievement through rigorous instruction, STEM integration, and innovative learning opportunities
Celebrated outstanding instructional leadership and teacher excellence across participating campuses
Maintained strong academic performance and a continued focus on advanced learning outcomes
Expanded collaboration across campuses to strengthen support systems and opportunities for advanced learners
Looking Ahead
As we begin preparing for another exciting year of growth, we remain committed to refining and strengthening the Advanced Curriculum experience for both students and staff. The work accomplished this year has laid an even stronger foundation for future innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence.
YISA Summer Professional Development
This summer, YISA professional development sessions will once again be offered virtually via Zoom. These sessions are designed to support teachers with instructional strategies, curriculum updates, collaborative planning, and best practices for advanced learners. All sessions will be recorded and shared to provide flexible access for participants. Please be on the lookout for more on these sessions.
— Ms. Harris & Mr. Hare
Check out posters, crafts, and poems from students at Horn, Smith, Boone and Best. The artifacts were created after reading the book "Love Will See You Through.
Mrs. Powe 4th grade Monolingual students
Mrs. Sarabia's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. William's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. Shaw's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. Sarabia's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. Sarabia's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. Shaw's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. William's 4th grade Monolingual class
Mrs. Abuja's 4th grade Bilingual students
Check out Mrs. Sarabia's students complete the Bedroom Project.
Mrs. Jaar's students Creating word problems involving measurement
Mrs. Macareno's 's students Creating word problems involving measurement
Mrs. Montes class figure out a pollution solution!
Ms. Saads Young Innovator's created sustainabale school energy models
Reminders
Follow the Advanced Academics Calendar for upcoming dates and deadlines
Complete initial or update your GT Hours
Use your campus feedback to make adjustments to your implementation and instruction
As we close out another incredible year of Advanced Curriculum, I want to pause and simply say thank you.
Year 2 brought new growth, new challenges, and so many moments worth celebrating and through it all, you continued to show up with excellence, creativity, and heart. Your commitment to students and your willingness to continuously innovate are what make this work so impactful.
Thank you for the countless hours spent planning meaningful learning experiences, encouraging student voice, and creating classrooms where innovation could thrive. Thank you for continuing to submit student artifacts throughout the year and allowing us to showcase the amazing work happening across our campuses. Because of you, each newsletter reflected the brilliance, curiosity, and talent of our students.
What we are building together is special. The growth of this work would not be possible without the collaboration, dedication, and passion each of you brings to Advanced Curriculum every single day.
Thank you for believing in the vision, supporting one another, and most importantly, pouring into our students.
Wishing you a restful, joyful, and well-deserved summer.
With sincere gratitude,
Katrina Harris
Advanced Curriculum Coordinator