PSJA Pathways Toward Independence/LIFE Program

06/06/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Wednesday evening we celebrated your hard work, dedication, perseverance, and the many accomplishments that have brought you to this exciting milestone. As you close one chapter and begin another, remember that your potential is limitless and your future is filled with endless opportunities.

Thank you to our job site partners, new employment partners, and scholarship donors; your support means so much to us!!

Be proud of how far you’ve come, have confidence in where you’re going, and never stop believing in yourself.

Best of luck, graduates! The future is yours to create. 🌟🎉🎓

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PSJA Special Education Department

06/04/2026

🎉Today our Principal, Mrs. Hernandez, had a big surprise luncheon for all the teachers and staff. We had a lil fun walking in!! We also celebrated and gave out Service Awards.🏫

Congratulations to:
Mrs. Garcia - 25 years!
Mr. Matt - 10 years!
Mr. Daymion - 10 years!
Mr. Moncada - 10 years!

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PSJA Special Education Department

05/29/2026

What an amazing day celebrating our students! 🎉 We had a successful Student Portfolio Showcase where our students proudly shared their hard work, creativity, growth, and accomplishments. It was great seeing everyone showcase the skills and talents they’ve developed throughout the year! 👏📚✨

To make the day even sweeter, we also celebrated all of our May birthdays! 🎂🥳 Wishing our students and staff with May birthdays a year filled with happiness, success, and many blessings. Thank you to everyone who helped make today so special! 💙🎈

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PSJA Special Education Department

05/27/2026

✅Today we had our attendance incentive!! Those students who had 95% or above in attendance were treated to a movie and received a snack pack to enjoy throughout the movie!

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PSJA Special Education Department

05/22/2026

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In observance of Memorial Day, PSJA ISD will have a non-school day on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Classes for all PSJA students resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

05/19/2026

Our senior luncheon at Don Pepe’s was such a great time! So many laughs, memories, and moments shared together as we celebrate an amazing group of seniors. Grateful for the opportunity to enjoy good food and even better company. ❤️🎉

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PSJA Special Education Department

05/15/2026

Over these last two weeks, our seniors have continued to build valuable skills and certifications through STC Continuing Education! 🎓✨

Students are working hard and gaining hands-on experience in:
🎂 Cake Design
💐 Floral Design
🌿 Landscape Design
💼 Employability Skills

We are so proud of their dedication, creativity, and commitment as they prepare for future careers and opportunities. These certifications are helping our students take important steps toward independence and success beyond graduation! 👏

05/15/2026

🎉👏🏻 Our students continue to set the bar when it comes to attendance!!

Congratulations to our 5th Six Weeks Attendance Champs! 🏆

+ PSJA Pathways Toward Independence/LIFE Program
+ Vida N. Clover Elementary
+ Graciela Garcia Elementary
+ Marcia R. Garza Elementary
+ John McKeever Elementary
+ Audie Murphy Middle School
+ Raul Yzaguirre Middle School
+ PSJA Collegiate School of Health Professions
+ PSJA Southwest Early College High School

05/14/2026

We are beyond proud to officially finalize the entry of our student, Karolina, and teacher, Mr. Matt, as Special Olympics-Texas Team Texas delegates! Karolina will be competing in powerlifting and Mr. Matt will be coaching the Team Texas Powerlifting Team 🎉👏💪🏻

They will proudly represent Texas and PSJA ISD at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota this coming June! 🇺🇸

🥇It is also an RGV first to have a school district represented at the national level!! Special thanks to our PTI Principal: Mrs. Hernandez; PSJA ISD Special Education Director: Ms. Quintana, and SOTX Region 1 Director: Ms. Ytszel, for their unwavering support and encouragement! 💙

This incredible achievement reflects their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and school spirit. We know they will represent our community with pride and excellence on the national stage.

Please join us in congratulating them and wishing them the best of luck as they prepare for this unforgettable experience! ❤️🤍💙

PSJA ISD
PSJA Special Education Department
Special Olympics Texas - Rio Grande Valley Area