Summer Enrichment Resources

Summer is an excellent opportunity to spend some extra time with our kids and encourage them to grow academically without even realizing it!

The administrators at ILTexas has provided this list of resources to help our students keep the Chinese and Spanish languages at the forefront of their minds throughout the summer. This is also a great opportunity for parents to get involved and learn right along with our kiddos!

Here are some other tips for summer enrichment in all areas:

1. Locate a summer program that fits your budget. Programs offered by schools, recreation centers, universities, and community-based organizations often have an educational or enrichment focus.
2. Head to the library. It’s a great, free resource. Check out books that interest your child. Participate in free library summer programs and make time to read every day.
3. Focus on communication. Encourage your child to discuss or write about the books he or she is reading, or keep a journal of favorite events and activities during the summer.
4. Take advantage of local amenities.Take free or low-cost educational trips to parks, museums, zoos and nature centers.
5. Explore and learn. If you are taking a day trip by car, choose a place with an educational theme. Camping is a low-cost way to get outside and learn about nature.
6. Give math meaning. Measure items around the house or yard. Track daily temperatures. Add and subtract at the grocery store. Learn fractions while cooking.
7. Play outside. Power down theTV and electronic games and, instead, seek out or organize physical activities that contribute to healthy development.
8. Do a community service project. Teach your child how to volunteer in your community. Cleaning up a local park or collecting supplies for an animal shelter builds compassion for others as well as community pride.
9. Keep a schedule. Continue daily routines during the summer with structure and limits. The key is providing a balance and keeping kids engaged.
10. Prepare for all. Find out what your child will be learning during the next school year by talking with teachers at that grade level. Many schools prepare summer packets of activities highlighting math and reading skills for the next grade level.
11. Preview concepts and materials over the summer.

Find out more at: www.summerlearning.org

-- The International Leadership of Texas is a free, public charter with campuses in Arlington, Garland and Keller. The school's mission is to prepare students for exceptional leadership roles in the international community by emphasizing servant leadership, mastering the English, Spanish, and Chinese Languages, and strengthening the body, mind and spirit.

Kindergarten Students Performed Chinese Songs PTO Meeting

Kindergarten students performed Chinese songs at our PTO meeting this evening.

The students have obviously been working very hard and have learned so much this year! A big thank you to our amazing Chinese teachers who work so hard with the students every day and make learning fun for them - we are so lucky to have you!

Parents, be on the lookout for opportunities for your children to perform at our monthly PTO meeting. Make sure you register on and bookmark our PTO Website.

-- The International Leadership of Texas is a free, public charter with campuses in Arlington, Garland and Keller. The school's mission is to prepare students for exceptional leadership roles in the international community by emphasizing servant leadership, mastering the English, Spanish, and Chinese Languages, and strengthening the body, mind and spirit.

Spring Creek BBQ Fundraiser Brings in $1,300!!

The International Leadership of Texas - Arlington Elementary campus PTO held a Spirit Night fundraiser on March 25th with Spring Creek BBQ in Arlington. Last night, Spring Creek BBQ came to our PTO meeting to present our principle,  Ms. Lawlor and assistant principle, Mr. Bartlett with a big check - literally!

Our Spring Creek BBQ Spirit Night raised $1,300!

We would like to thank all of the families that supported the event, and all of the teachers and administrators who volunteered. $1,300 will fund one and a half grades' buses for the spring field trips! Buses will be approximately $800 per grade, and PTO is covering the costs of the buses for each grade.

Click here to view all of our current fundraisers.


-- The International Leadership of Texas is a free, public charter with campuses in Arlington, Garland and Keller. The school's mission is to prepare students for exceptional leadership roles in the international community by emphasizing servant leadership, mastering the English, Spanish, and Chinese Languages, and strengthening the body, mind and spirit.

Kindergarten Student Donates School Supplies For Her 6th Birthday!

Sidney Rivera Garvin is a Kindergarten student at the International Leadership of Texas - Arlington campus. Last week, Sidney asked her friends for school supplies to donate to needy classrooms instead of birthday gifts for her 6th Birthday!

Last night, she presented several bags of supplies to the school's principle, Ms. Lawlor. Sidney demonstrated a true example of "putting others before self". Thank you Sidney!

To view a list of school supplies still needed for the Arlington Elementary campus, click here.

-- The International Leadership of Texas is a free, public charter with campuses in Arlington, Garland and Keller. The school's mission is to prepare students for exceptional leadership roles in the international community by emphasizing servant leadership, mastering the English, Spanish, and Chinese Languages, and strengthening the body, mind and spirit.