Good morning Doss Families -
Monday, October 13, 2025 is a student and staff holiday for the observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. If you would like to learn more about this observance, please review these resources:
Five Ideas for Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This Smithsonian magazine article explains the importance of Indigenous People’s Day and provides thoughtful suggestions for how to celebrate this holiday.
This New York Times article provides the history of Indigenous Peoples’ Day and speaks to current issues facing indigenous people.
This NPR story explains what Indigenous Peoples’ Day means to Native Americans.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we invite all students to join the Doss staff in wearing PINK on Wednesday, October 15th.
In addition to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Austin ISD is offering learning sessions.
Monday, October 27, 2025
The Truth About Reading Documentary Screening
In-person | 6:00–8:00 PM | Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, 2309 Panther Trail, Austin, TX 7870
Join us for a free screening of The Truth About Reading, an 80-minute documentary exploring America’s literacy challenges. Tickets are required and can be obtained here: TicketBud
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Empower Hour: Practical Strategies for Students with Dyslexia
12:00 PM & 6:00 PM | Zoom: bit.ly/SPEDsessions
Join us for a practical session for parents and educators to learn strategies, organization tips, and resources to support students with dyslexia. See Flyers Linked: English, Spanish
Last Tuesday, we hosted a Parent Principal Coffee to discuss how the proposed AISD School Consolidation Plan will affect Doss Elementary. HERE are the slides we reviewed. I encourage you to attend the upcoming community meetings to share concerns, ask questions, and to learn more about the entire plan.
Have a wonderful week -
Principal Sheridan
PS - No dogs on campus during morning drop off and afternoon dismissal. It is to ensure all students, staff, and families safety.