Texas School of the Arts

09/01/2026

Every day in the classroom is a step toward your child’s future. 🎒✨

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and we are highlighting the powerful link between consistent attendance and long-term academic and creative success.

When students show up regularly, they do more than keep up with daily lessons. They build confidence, develop steady routines, form strong bonds with peers and teachers, and unlock their potential across both arts and academics. Missing even just two days a month can add up quickly over the school year, making it harder to stay on track.

How you can help your student thrive:
• Set steady routines: Keep bedtime and morning schedules consistent to make getting out the door smoother.
• Prioritize school hours: Try to schedule appointments, errands, and family travel outside of class time whenever possible.
• Reach out early: If your child is struggling with illness, anxiety, or transportation, let us know! We are here to partner with you to find solutions.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our students show up, learn, and shine every single day. Let's make this school year count together! 🏫🎨📚

09/01/2026

September is Hydrocephalus Awareness Month. 🧠💙

Hydrocephalus is a complex brain condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid. Raising public understanding is vital to fostering strong community support, improving early detection, and advancing critical medical research.

Did you know? All Texas public schools are legally required to observe this month to help build awareness and support for students and families impacted by the condition.

🔗 Learn more about hydrocephalus and how to get involved:https://www.hydroassoc.org/

08/31/2026

The arts are not just an extracurricular activities at Texas Center for Arts + Academics, they are how our students learn, grow, and lead.🎨🎭🎶
Early Giving for is officially OPEN!
As the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting Texas School of the Arts and Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, your support directly impacts over 1,000 young artists and scholars.📖✏️🔬
Every donation fuels arts-integrated instruction, productions, and classroom resources.
🗓️ Donate early today through September 17!
🔗 Give here: https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/artsacademics

08/28/2026

🌟 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC & ALL AREA STUDENTS! 🌟

The Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts high school dance company students are excited to host a Mini Dance Camp for all elementary and middle school dancers. Participants will learn fun dance combinations, explore different styles, and build confidence. This camp is a great opportunity for young dancers to learn, move, create, and have fun while working with FWAFA’s high school dancers.

It will be at FWAFA (3901 S Hulen St, Fort Worth, TX 76109) on September 12th from 10am-1:15pm.

Complete the form to sign up: https://forms.gle/UpCpTAdkw3gaiL7V7

Cost: $35. Payment must be received to secure your spot. Payments accepted through:
Venmo:
Cash: Can be delivered to the FWAFA dance Faculty or the front desk in an envelope with the student’s name and ADC Mini Camp.
Check: Must be made out to TCAA and delivered to the FWAFA dance Faculty or front desk.

For questions, please contact Bridgette Chrisco at [email protected].

We can't wait to dance with you!

08/27/2026

Curtain up! Early giving for North Texas Giving Day is officially OPEN! 🎭✨

The spotlight is on our talented young performers and scholars at Texas Center for Arts + Academics, and you can help set the stage for their success starting today. You don't have to wait until September 17 to make an impact. Early giving lets you support our artist scholars right now and keep our creative programs and rigorous academics thriving.

How to play your part:

Give Early: Head to northtexasgivingday.org/organization/artsacademics to make your gift today.

Share the Spotlight: Hit SHARE on this post! Spreading the word expands our audience and helps us reach more champions for arts education.

Let’s give our students a standing ovation before the main event even begins! 👏🌟

08/27/2026

While we may be posting this a day late, the importance of this milestone never fades! August 26th marked Texas Women's Independence Day, the anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which officially granted some women the right to vote in the United States.

At the Texas Center for Arts + Academics, we honor the historical trailblazers who fought for equality and celebrate the progress we have made since 1920. Here’s to a future of continued progress and opportunity for all women!

08/26/2026

TCA+A is thrilled to celebrate major growth across our schools this year, with TeSA leveling up to a B (up 2 points!) and FWAFA holding strong at a B with a 3-point leap in secondary scores!
Texas public charter schools are evaluated under the exact same A–F standards as traditional public school districts. Overall, public charter schools mirror statewide district trends: the vast majority (over 80%) achieve a C or higher, with more than half earning an A or B.

08/26/2026

Big news from TCA+A! 🎉
Join us in celebrating our incredible educators who earned Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) designations this year.
Created by the state of Texas to reward top-performing teachers, TIA recognizes educators in three distinct tiers based on student growth and instructional leadership.
90%+ of these state allotment funds go directly to teacher compensation on our campuses.
2026 TIA designation recipients include:
Debbi Herrera (FWAFA, Recognized)
Tiffany Lancaster (FWAFA, Recognized)
Nia Linzy (FWAFA, Recognized) (Not pictured)
James Polman (FWAFA, Recognized)
Abbey Reinhart (FWAFA, Recognized)
Phyllis Wilcox (TeSA, Recognized)
Emily Brown (FWAFA, Exemplary)
Carley Jones (FWAFA, Exemplary)
Daphne Meacham (TeSA, Exemplary)
Ryan Wiggins (FWAFA, Master)
Congratulations to these exceptional educators

08/26/2026

Be our guest!

FWAFA and TeSA invite prospective families to learn more about our schools on our monthly campus tours! Our first campus tours of the school year are next week! Learn more and RSVP for a tour at https://www.artsacademics.org/apply/.

08/17/2026

TeSA Families! Check out the family packages offered by our friends at the Fort Worth Opera!

Experience opera with your family, your way. 🎭

Whether you're planning a year of family adventures or looking for just 1 or 2 special outings, you can choose what works best for you! With tickets starting at just $15, there's a seat for everyone.

👫 Want the whole season?
Choose the FWOpera Family Package and get admission to every Family Series performance, 20% OFF performances in the package, 15% OFF additional single tickets throughout the season, and a FREE Family Package gift.

🧍 Want to pick and choose?
Single tickets allow you to select the individual Family Series performances that work best for your family's schedule!

Family Packages and Single Tickets are available now! Visit the link in bio to learn more or head to https://www.fwopera.org/family-series