Dyess AFB School Liaison Office

Military kids in grades 1–12 can enter the Armed Services YMCA Art and Essay Contest now through July 6. Open to children of currently serving military (active duty, National Guard, or reserves), disabled veterans, and retirees with 20+ years of service. One child from each category and age range will receive an iPad.
🎨 More info in comments!

STAAR results are in. Follow the directions to review your child’s scores.

Save the date!! ✏️
Families across the Big Country are invited to the 5th Annual Back to School Resource Fair on Saturday, August 8! 📚Come grab a free backpack with school supplies and enjoy some family fun at the Taylor County Expo Center! 🤗

⭐️Scholarship listing for active duty members, veterans, and dependents. ⭐️

Scholarships You can find your CVSO through the Minnesota Association of County Veteran Service Officers (MACVSO) directory or by calling the Veterans Linkage Line (LinkVet). If you are not from Minnesota, check with your local county or state government agency to find someone to guide you.

200 Hour Beanstack Challenge begins in 3 days!!! Happy summer reading!

BOOK IT! Summer of Stories is back for another fun-filled, nostalgic summer of reading adventures and pizza prizes!

Our summer program officially begins TODAY, June 1 and runs through August 31 for children in PreK–6th grade nationwide.

✨ The first official reward claim period opens July 1!

Parents, here are a few important reminders:

📅 Reading days must be marked on the calendar inside the BOOK IT! App. If you miss a day, you’re able to go back up to 7 days.
📖 Children must read at least 15 days within the month, and parents must track those reading days in the app calendar to qualify for their pizza reward.

If you experience any issues, please contact us before the end of the month using the Contact Support page located in the app menu or on our website so we can assist you in time.

Stay tuned all summer long for updates, reading inspiration, activities, and important program information as we continue spreading the joy of reading!