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PHARR – Despite the current pandemic, 31 Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) parents continued learning virtually and fulfilled their dream of earning a GED.
These parents continued taking virtual classes through the PSJA Parental Engagement Program in partnership with South Texas College and Region One throughout the summer.
PSJA Parent Dayana Avila expressed gratitude for the support from teachers and the district to help her continue learning.
“I wanted to continue my studies to be an example for my daughter as she grows up,” said Avila. “This will also help us improve our way of life.”
The following parents earned their GED:
1. Juana Doria
2. Isidra B. Montaño
3. Rosa Zertuche
4. Julio Silva
5. Perla R. Ramirez
6. Jessica Jasso
7. Ricardo Castro
8. Miguel García
9. Dalia Rios
10. Gabriela Ortiz
11. Liliana Chupin
12. Elva Pińon
13. Isabel Baez
14. Claudia Morales
15. Martha Garza
16. Gabriela Pequeño
17. Aracely Gomez
18. Ana L. Antonio
19. Rocio Rojas
20. Flor Espinoza
21. Daisy Hernandez
22. Zoila Arauz
23. Silvia Paniagua
24. Ernesto Martinez
25. Alejandra Hernandez
26. Ana Vasquez
27. Aysa Zavala
28. Fabiola Gomez
29. Maria I. Lopez
30. Rocio Rojas
31. Jennifer Leal
“Congratulations to our amazing parents for being committed to their education despite these challenging times,” said PSJA Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jorge L. Arredondo. “Parents are a child’s first teacher, we commend you for your efforts and for being great role models for your children!”
Through the district’s nationally recognized parent program, each year over 6,000 PSJA ISD parents participate in free classes in any of the eight Parent/Community Education Centers throughout the tri-city area. These efforts will continue this semester virtually.
To participate in the free parent virtual classes, individuals must be parents of PSJA ISD students and can sign up for the FREE classes at https://www.psjaisd.us/parentclasses.
All parents are also invited to follow the department on Facebook @PSJAParentalEngagement and attend the Family Learning Academies every Tuesday from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Facebook LIVE.
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