SAISD’s Manos a la Obra Strengthens Family Connections Through Culture, Resources and Support 

San Angelo ISD proudly hosted Manos a la Obra, a free and family-friendly community resource night on April 24 at Bradford Elementary School. The event welcomed SAISD emergent bilingual students and their families for an evening filled with cultural celebration, valuable community resources and hands-on support.

Designed to strengthen connections between families, schools and the broader San Angelo community, the event featured information about SAISD’s bilingual program, enrollment support for the 2026–2027 school year, and a variety of engaging activities for all ages.

“Manos a la Obra is an annual celebration of culture and learning – two core priorities of the bilingual magnet program at Bradford Elementary,” said Angela Pidgeon, SAISD Director of Differentiated Instruction & Special Populations. “Manos a la Obra created meaningful opportunities for families to connect, learn, and engage with a community that is committed to supporting them as they make San Angelo their home.”

Families had the opportunity to explore and connect with a wide range of community resources and support services. The district’s Emergent Bilingual Department and Title III program provided students with books in both Spanish and English to take home, in support of family literacy. Inside the cafeteria, district staff assisted families with registration for the upcoming school year and answered questions.

More than 80 attendees enjoyed snacks and refreshments; free books and giveaways, and vibrant performances by Bradford Elementary’s “Danzantes de Corazón” dance team and Lincoln Middle School Mariachi.

Outside, Bradford’s parking lot transformed into an “Outdoor Resource Hub,” where 33 community partners and student organizations shared information, distributed resources, played games and connected with families. H-E-Buddy was also on hand, adding to the excitement by greeting students and posing for photos.

“San Angelo ISD is grateful for its bilingual families and for the continued support of the broader SAISD community," Ms. Pigeon said. "Their involvement helps ensure the ongoing growth and success of this annual event.”

SAISD extends our appreciation to the community partners and organizations who helped make the evening both meaningful and memorable by providing resources, information and fun giveaways, including children’s books in English and Spanish. 

Special thanks to our SAISD student groups: 

Lincoln Middle School Mariachi
Lake View High School Spanish Club
Lincoln Middle School Ambassadors
Bradford Elementary School’s Danzantes de Corazón 

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our outstanding community partners for their continued support: 

Adult Literacy Council of the Concho Valley 
Alcohol & Drug Awareness Council for the Concho Valley – ADACCV 
Angelo State University Association of Mexican-American Students 
Angelo State University STEM Outreach HSI-STEM K-12 
Boy Scouts of America, Texas Southwest Council 
Concho Valley Council of Governments 
Concho Valley Regional Food Bank 
Concho Valley Workforce Solutions 
Education Service Center 15 Migrant Education Program 
Family Shelter of San Angelo 
Goodfellow Air Force Base 17th Training Wing School Liaison 
Goodfellow Air Force Base Starbase 
Girl Scouts of Central Texas 
H-E-B 
High Sky Children's Ranch STAY Together Program 
Howard College San Angelo 
Kona Ice of San Angelo 
La Esperanza Clinic 
MHMR of the Concho Valley 
MHMR of the Concho Valley: Crisis Counseling Program / Texans Recovering Together
Rust Street Ministries Closet on Wheels
Shannon Medical Center 
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services/Community Partners Rainbow Room 
Texas Trust Credit Union 
Tom Green County Library System 
Toys for Tots of San Angelo 
West Texas Counseling & Guidance 
WHIT Program 
WIC – City of San Angelo 
YMCA of San Angelo 

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More on the San Angelo ISD Bilingual Program – ¡Orgullo Bilingüe!

San Angelo ISD is committed to supporting the language and academic needs of all English Learners (ELs). The SAISD Bilingual Program is designed to help Spanish-speaking students achieve English proficiency by third grade while continuing to develop strong skills in their first language. Through instruction in both Spanish and English, students build academic knowledge while gaining confidence, cultural pride and a strong foundation for long-term success.

For more information about our Transitional Bilingual Program, visit www.saisd.org/bilingual or contact Director of Differentiated Instruction & Special Populations Angela Pidgeon (habla español) by email at angela.pidgeon@saisd.org or by phone at 325-947-3700 ext. 588.