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IDEA Owassa IDEA is a goal-oriented and data-driven family of public charter schools, open to all in grades K–12. News & World Report’s Top High Schools lists.

IDEA Public Schools believes that each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to one of the fastest-growing networks of tuition-free, K-12 public charter schools in the United States. Currently, the network serves nearly 75,000 college-bound students in 137 schools across Texas, Louisiana and Florida. IDEA has been recognized as a “Great Place to Work” and received national rankings on U.S. IDEA remains on-track to uphold its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college.

Fall fun is coming to Camp RIO this Saturday! 🍂🎃Get ready for an afternoon filled with family fun, outdoor adventures, a...
10/22/2026

Fall fun is coming to Camp RIO this Saturday! 🍂🎃

Get ready for an afternoon filled with family fun, outdoor adventures, and festive fall activities at Camp RIO's Fall Festival! 🍁

Bring the whole family and enjoy an exciting lineup of activities, including canoeing, archery, a costume contest, Wildwood, games, delicious food, and so much more!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Camp RIO | 280 Fish Hatchery Rd., Brownsville, TX

🎟️ Ticket Prices:
Presale: $8 per adult | $3 per child
At the Gate: $10 per adult | $5 per child

Whether you're looking for some outdoor adventure or simply want to enjoy the fall season with your loved ones, there's something for everyone!

🍁 Don't miss out on the fall festivities! Grab your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Camp RIO!

🎟️ https://camprio.org/annual-events](https://camprio.org/annual-events

🎉 BIG NEWS FOR OUR BRONCS! 🎉We are incredibly proud to celebrate two IDEA Owassa seniors who have been named QuestBridge...
10/22/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS FOR OUR BRONCS! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to celebrate two IDEA Owassa seniors who have been named QuestBridge National College Match Finalists! 🎓

Being selected as a QuestBridge Finalist is a tremendous accomplishment. Finalists are chosen from thousands of high-achieving students across the country based on their academic achievement, personal character, and accomplishments despite financial challenges. They now have the opportunity to be considered for admission and a full four-year scholarship to some of the nation’s most selective colleges and universities through the QuestBridge College Match.

Congratulations to Maria Jose Lopez and Santiago Marquez and wish them the best of luck in this stage!

Howdy, Owassa Academy Families! 💙🧡🤠Just a friendly reminder that our End of Q1 Report Card Night is happening tomorrow, ...
10/21/2026

Howdy, Owassa Academy Families! 💙🧡🤠

Just a friendly reminder that our End of Q1 Report Card Night is happening tomorrow, Thursday, October 22nd, from 4:30–5:45 PM!

We encourage all families to join us to pick up their student's report card, connect with teachers, and discuss their child's progress. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

SADDLE UP AND GOOOOO BRONCS! 💙🧡🐎

¡Hola, familias de Owassa Academy! 💙🧡🤠

¡Les recordamos que nuestra Noche de Entrega de Calificaciones del Primer Trimestre será mañana, jueves 22 de octubre, de 4:30 a 5:45 p. m.!

Invitamos a todas nuestras familias a acompañarnos para recoger las calificaciones de sus hijos, reunirse con los maestros y hablar sobre su progreso académico. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos!

SADDLE UP AND GOOOOO BRONCS! 💙🧡🐎

Howdy, Owassa Academy Broncs! 🤠❤️Get ready for a fun-filled Red Ribbon Week at IDEA Owassa Academy next week! ❤️🎉We're e...
10/21/2026

Howdy, Owassa Academy Broncs! 🤠❤️
Get ready for a fun-filled Red Ribbon Week at IDEA Owassa Academy next week! ❤️🎉
We're excited to celebrate making healthy choices and living drug-free with a week full of fun themes! Each day, our Broncs will have the opportunity to show their school spirit while spreading the important message of saying NO to drugs! 🌟
Parents, please review the attached flyer for each day's dress-up guidelines and help your Broncs come ready to participate!
Let's make this a fun and memorable Red Ribbon Week! ❤️
SADDLE UP AND GOOOOO BRONCS! 🤠🐴💙🧡

¡Hola, Broncs de Owassa Academy! 🤠❤️
¡Prepárense para una semana llena de diversión con nuestra Semana del Listón Rojo (Red Ribbon Week) en IDEA Owassa Academy la próxima semana! ❤️🎉
¡Estamos emocionados de promover las decisiones saludables y una vida libre de dr**as con una semana llena de actividades divertidas! Cada día, nuestros Broncs tendrán la oportunidad de demostrar su espíritu escolar mientras compartimos el importante mensaje de decir ¡NO a las dr**as! 🌟
Padres de familia, por favor revisen el volante adjunto para conocer las indicaciones de vestimenta de cada día y ayuden a sus hijos a venir preparados para participar.
¡Hagamos de esta Semana del Listón Rojo una experiencia divertida e inolvidable! ❤️
SADDLE UP AND GOOOOO BRONCS! 🤠🐴💙🧡

Team & Famiy, are you brave enough to take on the Haunted Trail at Camp RIO? 🎃👻 Get ready for a frightfully fun night as...
10/20/2026

Team & Famiy, are you brave enough to take on the Haunted Trail at Camp RIO? 🎃👻

Get ready for a frightfully fun night as Camp RIO invites our community to experience its Haunted Trail this October! 🌙

Gather your friends and family, and prepare for a night filled with spooky surprises, thrills, and scares around every corner!

📅 October 23, 24 & 30
⏰ 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📍 Camp RIO | 280 Fish Hatchery Rd., Brownsville, TX
🎟️ $15 per person
⚠️ Ages 15+ only

Don't miss out on this spooky experience! Secure your tickets today!

🎟️ Register here: https://camprio.org/annual-events

NO TUTORING NEXT WEEK!IDEA Owassa College Prep families, please note that there will be no tutoring October 26–30.We als...
10/20/2026

NO TUTORING NEXT WEEK!

IDEA Owassa College Prep families, please note that there will be no tutoring October 26–30.

We also have important testing dates and campus events coming up! Be sure to review the flyer and mark your calendars.

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¡NO HABRÁ TUTORÍAS LA PRÓXIMA SEMANA!

Familias de IDEA Owassa College Prep, les recordamos que no habrá tutorías del 26 al 30 de octubre.

¡También tendremos exámenes y eventos escolares importantes! Revisen el volante y marquen sus calendarios.

🎃🍂 A SPOOKY SWEET TREAT FOR OUR AMAZING PRINCIPALS! 👻🍬In celebration of Principal Appreciation Month, our RGV Regional T...
10/16/2026

🎃🍂 A SPOOKY SWEET TREAT FOR OUR AMAZING PRINCIPALS! 👻🍬

In celebration of Principal Appreciation Month, our RGV Regional Talent Team brought a little extra JOY to our incredible RGV principals during their monthly professional development with a Spooky Snack Bar! 🧡✨

A HUGE thank you to H-E-B for generously sponsoring our spooky treats and helping us show our principals just how appreciated they are! ❤️🛒

We also want to give a special shoutout to our amazing RGV Talent Team for organizing this thoughtful surprise and making it all possible! 🫶

To our principals, thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the heart you pour into our students, staff, and families every single day. We appreciate you today and always! 💙💛

MOCK TELPAS REMINDER!IDEA Owassa College Prep families, Mock TELPAS testing will take place October 20–21!Please help yo...
10/16/2026

MOCK TELPAS REMINDER!

IDEA Owassa College Prep families, Mock TELPAS testing will take place October 20–21!

Please help your child come prepared by ensuring they get plenty of rest, arrive on time, and are ready to do their best. High school students must bring their laptops fully charged.

Thank you for supporting our students' success!

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¡RECORDATORIO DE MOCK TELPAS!

¡Familias de IDEA Owassa College Prep, las evaluaciones de práctica TELPAS se llevarán a cabo el 20 y 21 de octubre!

Ayuden a sus hijos a prepararse descansando bien, llegando a tiempo y dando su mejor esfuerzo. Los estudiantes de preparatoria deben traer sus computadoras completamente cargadas.

¡Gracias por apoyar el éxito de nuestros estudiantes!

LITTLE ENGINEERS IN ACTION!Our 6th graders are putting their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test! Through ...
10/15/2026

LITTLE ENGINEERS IN ACTION!

Our 6th graders are putting their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test! Through hands-on engineering challenges, students are collaborating, designing, testing their ideas, and discovering innovative solutions.

A special thank you to Ms. Bazarte for creating engaging learning experiences that encourage our students to think critically, work together, and bring their ideas to life!

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¡PEQUEÑOS INGENIEROS EN ACCIÓN!

¡Nuestros estudiantes de 6.º grado están poniendo a prueba su creatividad y habilidades para resolver problemas! A través de actividades prácticas de ingeniería, trabajan en equipo, diseñan, ponen a prueba sus ideas y descubren soluciones innovadoras.

¡Un agradecimiento especial a la maestra Bazarte por crear experiencias de aprendizaje que motivan a nuestros estudiantes a pensar críticamente, colaborar y convertir sus ideas en realidad!

Good morning, IDEA Owassa Families!It's time for some fall fun at IDEA Owassa Academy! 🎃🍂 We're excited to announce our ...
10/15/2026

Good morning, IDEA Owassa Families!

It's time for some fall fun at IDEA Owassa Academy! 🎃🍂 We're excited to announce our Fall Storybook Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 🎨

Calling all creative Broncs! Bring your favorite storybook or book character to life by decorating a pumpkin! We encourage everyone to participate, and the homeroom with the most participants will win a POPSICLE PARTY! 🎉

📅 Important Dates:
🎃 October 26 – Pumpkin Submission Deadline
🏆 October 29 – Judging Day
🎉 October 30 – Winners Announced

Be sure to check out the attached flyer for contest rules and details. We can't wait to see all the amazing pumpkin creations! 🧡


¡Buenos días, familia IDEA Owassa!

¡Llegó la diversión de otoño a IDEA Owassa Academy! 🎃🍂 ¡Estamos emocionados de anunciar nuestro Concurso de Decoración de Calabazas Inspiradas en Libros! 🎨

¡Invitamos a todos nuestros Broncs a demostrar su creatividad! Decoren una calabaza inspirada en su cuento o personaje favorito de un libro. ¡Animamos a todos a participar! El salón con más participantes ganará ¡UNA FIESTA DE PALETAS HELADAS! 🎉

📅 Fechas importantes:
🎃 26 de octubre – Fecha límite para entregar las calabazas
🏆 29 de octubre – Día de evaluación
🎉 30 de octubre – Anuncio de los ganadores

No olviden revisar el folleto adjunto para conocer las reglas y todos los detalles del concurso. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver todas sus increíbles creaciones! 🧡

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1000 E Owassa Road
Pharr, TX
78577

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

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