The Parish School educates children ages 2-12 who have communication delays and learning differences
The Parish School is the only school in Houston, public or private, that offers a multi-age, language-based developmental curriculum for children 18 months through fifth grade. Children served have communication delays and learning differences, but average to above average learning potential. These differences may include problems with speech/language, learning to read, focusing attention, visual
05/28/2026
Teacher of the Year! 😁
The Parish School would like to congratulate Kathy McLane on being named our Teacher of the Year! Kathy is a passionate educator, creating a positive and supportive environment for her students to not only grow, but thrive. She is also a supportive colleague, willing to collaborate and uplift those around her. Thank you for making a meaningful difference for our Parish community. Congratulations, Kathy!
Speech therapy staples! 🚂
As we continue celebrating National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, The Parish School and The Carruth Center speech-language pathologists shared the items they like to use during therapy. Whether it’s a classic game or a hands-on sensory tool, our SLPs utilize an array of tools to not only support communication and growth, but also have fun! Watch this video to see their therapy must-haves!
05/26/2026
Paraeducator of the Year! 😁
The Parish School would like to congratulate Beatriz Roman on being named our Paraeducator of the Year! Beatriz brings an incredible amount of thoughtfulness and kindness to work every day, finding ways to support her students along with her fellow staff members. The relationships she has built and the support she provides has made her vital to our mission. Congratulations, Beatriz!
05/22/2026
Admin of the Year 😁
The Parish School would like to congratulate Jayda Washington, LPC, on being named our Admin of the Year! Jayda is a talented social-emotional support specialist whose warmth and empathy has created a safe space for Parish students to come to her when in need. Her presence makes a meaningful difference in the lives of both our students and staff, and we are fortunate to have her here. Congratulations, Jayda!
05/21/2026
A year worth celebrating! 🎉
The Parish School celebrated the end of the school year with class parties full of smiles, laughter and lots of fun! It was the perfect end to a school year filled with hard work and growth. Congratulations to all of our students on a fantastic year, and we hope you have a wonderful summer!
Click here to see the gallery from today’s celebration: https://parishschool.org/2026-end-of-year-parties/
05/20/2026
Congratulations Class of 2026! 🎓
Today, The Parish School hosted our annual Commencement and celebrated two of our students, Rohan and Coco! We are so proud of the tremendous growth they have shown during their time with us, and we look forward to watching them continue to thrive. And as we share with all of our alumni students and families, no matter where life takes you, they’ll always be apart of The Parish School family!
Click here to see the full gallery: https://parishschool.org/2026-commencement/
05/18/2026
A fun-filled Field Day! 🏃♀️
Parish School students enjoyed a day of friendly competition and teamwork during our annual Elementary Field Day! From sack races to splash battles, today was full of fun and laughter all throughout campus, concluding with a sweet popsicle treat to cool off!
05/15/2026
Thank you to our parents and volunteers! ❤️
The Parish School hosted our annual Parent & Volunteer Appreciation Reception earlier today, celebrating those who generously gave their time to Parish during this past school year. We also announced our Board Member of the Year, our Above and Beyond and Volunteer of the Year award winners. We are so thankful for the incredible contributions that our parents and volunteers make each and every day. Your support sustains our mission and we sincerely thank you!
Unbabbled's episode 9 is LIVE! 💈
In this episode, they speak with hairdresser Dee Foster (Miss Dee and Friends) about her passion for sensory-friendly haircuts. Dee shares insights on what makes a positive sensory friendly haircut, why she feels they are so important to support families and tips for families looking for a sensory-friendly haircut experience. Dee also shares helpful self-advocacy strategies for families and acknowledges how something as seemingly simple as a haircut can make a big difference in a child’s life.
Click here to listen to the full episode: https://parishschool.org/podcast/episode-9sensory-haircuts-with-dee-foster/
05/11/2026
Caring for furry friends 🐾
The Rangers class transformed their pretend play area into a veterinary clinic! During the lesson, the Rangers practiced teamwork, problem-solving and creativity while caring for their stuffed animal patients through pretend play. The class also had the opportunity to listen to veterinarian Dr. Clare Zandy read “The Grumpy Pets” before asking questions about her work caring for animals. Great job, Rangers!
05/08/2026
Happy Spirit Week! 🎊
Spirit Week at The Parish School brought in plenty of fun and creativity on campus! From fun socks and hats, to comfy pajamas and favorite colleges clothing, our students embraced each theme! We wrapped up the week proudly wearing our favorite Parish shirts!
