Welcome to Paredes Middle School
A focused, supportive learning community where students grow through high expectations, strong relationships and meaningful opportunities.
A Message from the Principal
Welcome to Paredes Middle School — where growth, resilience and excellence are not just goals, but expectations.
At Paredes, we believe every student deserves access to a high-quality education in a safe, structured and supportive environment. What makes our school special is our commitment to transforming student outcomes, strengthening school culture and building community pride.
We are creating a campus where strong relationships, high expectations and consistent systems come together to produce meaningful and lasting success.
Our dedicated staff works to deliver engaging, TEKS-aligned instruction while supporting the social and emotional development of every student. We emphasize accountability, respect and responsibility, preparing students for high school and beyond.
Paredes is more than a school — it is a community. We partner with families and stakeholders to create a shared vision centered on student achievement and continuous improvement.
Thank you for being part of the Paredes community. The work is challenging, the mission is clear and the future is bright.
Dr. Jordan Curtin
Principal
Upcoming Events
- April 30, 2026
Campus tour and enrollment event - May 4, 2026, 7:15–8:15 a.m.
What a Teacher Celebration - May 5, 2026, 10–11 a.m.
Coffee with the principal - May 14, 2026
CAC and PTA meeting - May 22, 2026
Puma Paws event - May 22, 2026, 9:30–10 a.m.
Puma Parent Session
Student Opportunities
- April 27, 2026
Seventh-grade college visit to The University of Texas at Austin
Contact: Elizabeth Abernathy
PTA & Family Involvement
Families can join the PTA through the school website, Facebook page and campus newsletters. Additional information will be shared throughout the year.
Orientation
Aug. 10, 2026
Orientation for incoming students and families
After-School Program
Paredes offers after-school programming through ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education).
School Leadership & Support Staff
- Principal: Dr. Jordan Curtin — jordan.curtin@austinisd.org
- Assistant Principal: Alie Olazaran — alie.olazaran@austinisd.org
- Assistant Principal: Rick Salinas — rick.salinas@austinisd.org
- Counselor: Ramiro Perez — ramiro.perez@austinisd.org
- Counselor: Angela Gomez-Pena — angela.gomez-pena@austinisd.org
- Parent Support Specialist: Elizabeth Cantu — elizabeth.cantu@austinisd.org
- Guidance Secretary: Tiffany Loera — tiffany.loera@austinisd.org
- PEIMS Clerk: Melissa Mendoza — melissa.a.mendoza@austinisd.org
- Attendance Clerk: Brenda Birdett — brenda.birdett@austinisd.org
- Attendance reporting: paredes@austinisd.org
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