Back-to-School Guide
Welcome to a new school year at Brillante Academy!
This guide includes everything your family needs to prepare for a successful start to the year. Please review these details before the first day of school so your family feels ready and confident.
As always, we are here to support you every step of the way. If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to our team at (956) 616-9359. We are happy to help!
2026–2027 School Calendar
To help your family plan ahead, we are sharing the Brillante Academy school calendar for the upcoming year here and below. Please take a few minutes to review important dates, including holidays, teacher workdays, and half-days.
Uniforms
School uniforms help build a strong sense of community, pride, and belonging among our scholars. You can review uniform expectations and ordering information here and below.
School Supply List
You can find the 2026–2027 School Supply List here and below. Thank you for taking the time to review and provide your child’s school supplies. Your support helps your child start the school year ready to learn, grow, and thrive.
Arrival/Dismissal
Gates at Brillante will open every morning at 7:15 AM. Brillante’s school day starts at 7:50 AM. After 7:50 AM, a student is considered tardy. Dismissal is at 3:45 PM. Gates will open at 3:00 PM.
Transportation: Skip the Line, Ride the Bus
Many families find bus transportation to be a safe, convenient, and stress-free way to start and end the school day. We are currently planning bus routes based on family needs. If you are interested in transportation, please complete this survey to share your preferred stops, and a team member will follow up with next steps.
RSVP: Brillante Summer Bash
Join us for a fun summer event for all new and returning families on Friday, July 17th. Enjoy an interactive prehistoric animal show, free snacks and games, exciting raffles for uniforms and school supplies, and a chance to connect with staff and other families. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly and ensure a great experience for everyone.
After-School Program
Brillante’s optional after-school program, El Camino, provides academic support and homework help, enrichment activities in arts and sports, community service opportunities, supervised care, and faith and virtue formation. If you would like more information first, please complete our interest form here or below, and we will contact you directly.
Student Support Services & Special Education
If you have questions about special education services, health supports (including allergies, medication administration, or immunizations), evaluations, or other student support needs, please complete our form here or below and a member of our team will follow up with you.
We’re excited to partner with you in this effort.
