UPDATED: Start of PFLASA Study Groups for 2026-2027 Academic Year

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Please note:
Please disregard previous Study Groups announcements as our Biology/Chemistry tutor had to cancel last minute due to medical school interviews. Therefore, Study Groups is unable to offer Biology tutoring until further notice. In the meantime, students who seek additional support in Biology may attend office hours with their Biology teacher.

  • Who: Current Students of LASA High School
  • What: PFLASA Study Groups
  • When & Where: We are slated to start on Wednesday, September 9th. Our tutor will be available to work in small groups or individually with students from 4:15 pm to 6:15 pm on Wednesdays in the classroom located adjacent to the library.

The updated general schedule for subjects offered is below:

  • Chemistry: Wednesdays, from 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm
  • Physics: Wednesdays, from 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm

In Service,
PFLASA Study Groups Committee

PFLASA’s Parent Recommended Practitioner Guide 2026

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Now that school has been underway for a few weeks, you may be finding that your child, or you, might need some additional support.

PFLASA’s Raising Healthy Raptors Committee has created this spreadsheet of therapists, psychiatrists, executive function coaches, and providers that conduct neuropsychological and learning difference assessments. These practitioners have all been recommended by fellow LASA parents. In addition, there are a few LASA parents that are practitioners who have also offered their services to folks in the past. Information such as availability, insurance, and addresses change frequently so please verify all content directly with each provider.

We hope this helps give you a starting place with some tried and tested providers that have helped fellow Raptor families.

Volunteer for CapCity Marching Festival!

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The Capital City Marching Festival returns to the Toney Burger Center on September 26, 2026, and LASA Raptor Band needs volunteers to help make this exciting event a success! More than 5,000 students, directors, and supporters from across Central Texas will gather for this annual celebration of high school marching bands. CapCity is a volunteer-driven event, and there are opportunities for adults, students, and families to help throughout the day.

Sign up for an All Ages volunteer opportunity here: https://signup.com/go/vVgGzqe or an Adults Only opportunity here: https://signup.com/go/JZuZeuf.

Come be part of one of LASA Band’s biggest events of the year!

Questions? Contact capcity@lasaraptorband.org.

Senior Class of 2027: Europe Trip Info Meeting — Final Reminder

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LASA Class of 2027 seniors & their families are invited to learn about a parent-organized Summer 2027 trip to London, Paris & Rome following graduation.

Save the date: An informational meeting will be held Monday, September 14, during lunch in Room 134D, Ms. Welin’s classroom, as part of Bring Your Parent to School Day.

The 11-day trip includes guided sightseeing, free time & visits to landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum & Roman Forum. The group will travel from London to Paris by Eurostar before continuing to Rome.

Families may also choose an optional 3-night Madrid extension, making the trip 14 days.

Participation is completely optional. Attend the meeting to learn about the itinerary, costs, enrollment & travel logistics.

Trip details: https://groups.goaheadtours.com/tours/lprg-alfredo

Behind every great LASA tradition…

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…there’s a parent making it happen.

From teacher and staff meals to Giving Thanks Pie Day, AP snacks, Coffeehouse, application mentoring, and so much more—PFLASA is a 100% volunteer-driven organization powered by: 8 Board Members, 30+ Committees Chairs, and Hundreds of Volunteers.

And we’re looking for a few more people to join us!

CURRENTLY SEEKING PARENTS TO SHADOW:

  • Bring Your Parents to School Days — Sept. 14 & 15
  • LASA Directory Administration — Sept./Oct.
  • Hospitality — Teacher & staff meals throughout the year
  • Giving Thanks Pie Day — Nov. 20
  • LASA Application Mentoring — LASA application cycle
  • AP Breakfast & Snacks — May
  • Coffeehouse Ticket Sales — May
  • Raising Healthy Raptors — ongoing

Not ready to chair something? Perfect. That’s why we’re looking for people to shadow! Learn the ropes, meet great people, and help keep LASA’s favorite traditions going!

Email president@pflasa.org for more information.

Help PTSA Earn the Early Bird Achievement Award!

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The LASA PTSA is working to earn the Early Bird Achievement Membership Award. To earn this award, we need to submit at least 100% of last year’s membership total. We’re off to a great start, but we need your help! You can help by joining the LASA PTSA! We welcome everyone, moms, dads, caregivers, grandparents, students, teachers, uncles, aunts, neighbors… Really, everyone is welcome to join the PTSA and Back the Future!

We are also accepting donations for faculty memberships. We would love for all of our LASA faculty to be members this year!

You can join and donate memberships here: https://www.lasaptsa.org/

Tom’s Coffee is coming!

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Tom’s Coffee Truck is visiting LASA on Monday, September 14th, to fuel the parents and students on Bring Your Parents to School Day! Accepting pre-orders until noon on September 11th.

Skip the line and pre-order now for pickup on 9/14 in the G Annex hallway. Tom’s will be on campus from 7 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Hosted by your LASA Volleyball Team and Booster Club.

Spooktacular is Back! Join LASA Dance for Our Upcoming Dance Junior Clinic!

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Hello LASA Community!

LASA Dance is so excited to offer our Fall Junior Dance Clinic again this year for ages Pre-K through 8th grade. We’re hosting it at LASA on Monday, Sept. 21 with a half day (8-12pm) & full day (8-4pm) option. All clinic students are invited to join us at our Annual Spooktacular at the October 30, 2026 LASA vs Crockett football game!

Save the date & register today at: https://LASADance.Ludus.com

Your support helps our team & your student(s) in so many ways, including:

  • A fun & safe space to explore movement & creativity.
  • Live performance experiences for dancers of all levels.
  • Opportunities for campers to make new friendships.
  • Building confidence & experience for our student leadership.
  • Connecting with communities from all around Austin.
  • Financial support towards our 26-27 LASA Dance budget.

Please reach out to Paige.Gomez@AustinISD.org with any questions.

We hope to see you there!

Thank you,
LASA Dance