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Angleton ISD Offers Hands-On Health Science Program

Students in the Principles of Health Science class get real-world experience and training. Board of Trustees member Kimi Hunter and AISD Director of PR participated in a Principles of Health Science class at the CTE Center. Phlebotomy students practice bloodwork on real patients. One lesson included students learning to use medical terminology in a practical …

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Are charter schools private schools?

Are charter schools private schools?

Charter schools are free due to public, taxpayer dollars that are taken from traditional public schools when a child enrolls in the charter school. Unlike a traditional public school, charter schools are also funded by private companies, individuals, and interests. They are managed by a private entity vs a community elected board where the public has input. And their boards are appointed vs elected. This means that charter board members can have a financial interest in the success of the schools.

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Angleton ISD Students Release Butterflies Into Natural Habitat

Angleton ISD Students are Monarch Warriors Angleton ISD’s Northside Elementary 5th graders spent weeks counting caterpillars and submitting their data to butterfly conservation groups, protecting chrysalises, and releasing dozens of monarch butterflies into the school’s nature habitat! Northside Elementary’s Nature Habitat With the help of a 2018 AISD Education Foundation grant, Northside teacher Kelsey Payne …

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Children’s Book Week 2021

Children’s Book Week 2021 Children’s Book Week, the longest-running national literacy initiative, is observed November 8-14, 2021.  Children’s Book Week is an annual observance of the importance of children’s and teen books while fostering a love of reading. Our School Districts Celebrate Book Week and Book Character Day Students in Edgewood ISD created costumes representing …

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Spotlight on Athletic Directors, Student-Athletes, and Recruiting for College Signing Day

Spotlight on Athletic Directors, Student-Athletes, and Recruiting for College Signing Day Athletics programs in our public schools provide physical and educational benefits to student athletes. Athletic Directors not only lead the coaches and programs, but also support the development of student talent and character. The Examination of National Education Longitudinal Study (NELS) shows that school …

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School Lunch Heroes Save the Day

North East ISD School Lunch Heroes really DO wear capes! Our schools honor dedicated nutrition staff on School Lunch Hero Day Why do we Observe School Lunch Heroes Day? Lunch is many students’ favorite time of the day.  They get to relax, socialize, and recharge for the second half of the school day.  Public school …

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Inclusive Schools Week Books

CELEBRATING INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS WEEK WITH LITERATURE DECEMBER 7-11 Inclusive Schools Week celebrates the progress of schools to provide supportive education to a diverse student population. Inclusion in schools protects those students with disabilities, gender differences, socio-economic challenges, and cultural diversity.  Inclusive Schools Week also provides the opportunity for educators, students, and families to address what …

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STEM / STEAM Day Includes Science Quotes

National STEM/ STEAM day is an opportunity to focus on the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Creating understanding around STEM and STEAM is valuable for students today. It reminds us that STEM and STEAM are all around us, shaping our daily experiences. A wonderful time to spark an interest in STEM and STEAM is …

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Government CTE Programs and Pathways

HIGHLIGHTING GOVERNMENT CTE PROGRAMS ON ELECTION DAY Our traditional public schools offer exciting pathways that introduce students to careers in governance and public administration.  Hence, Election Day is a great time to highlight this valuable course of study. As voting records across the country are being shattered, interest in government and public administration has risen.  …

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