Special and Gifted Education (SAGE)
SAGE stands for “Special and Gifted Education;” our goal is to support a strong alliance between the caregivers and educators of diverse learners. We hope to foster an inclusive community that celebrates and embraces the unique needs of children who learn differently through education, support, advocacy, and relationship building.
Helpful Links and Resources
PISD Parent Navigator for Special Education – information, guidance, and resources from PISD Special Education Department
Common Terms – A breakdown of frequently used acronyms from the Texas Education Agency
SpedTex – Special Education Information Center
Lifepath Systems - The designated behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disabilities authority for Collin County
Texas Association for the Gifted & Talented
Plano ISD Council of PTAs - SAGE
Have a question for SAGE? Contact the Barksdale Sage committee chair at sage@barksdalepta.org
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Visit Kwik Kar for your oil changes and auto needs! Every Tuesday and Sunday by mentioning "Barksdale PTA" you'll receive $8 off an Oil Change, 10% off mechanical labor, and Barksdale will receive $5!
Staff Favorites
2022-2023
Gift giving made easy! Click HERE for a list of the teachers' favorite things.
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Before volunteering, you must create an account and complete an annual application, online orientation and criminal background check via VOLY, Plano ISD's volunteer management system.
The Remind App!
Get Reminders about PTA related activities with the Remind App. Using the Remind app, text @barkspta to 810-10 to be added to the Barksdale PTA group to begin receiving texts about PTA related activities.
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Yearbook Pics
Submit your photos for the 2022-2023 yearbook by Wednesday, March 1, 2023! This year, you can send photos through the Balfour app (Apple or Android) or through the Balfour website.
Use Barksdale Project Number 316894 when submitting your photos.
Space is limited. Not all submissions will be printed. Only photos of students and staff will be considered.
