United ISD Community Opens Gia’s Legacy Library
United Independent School District recently opened Gia’s Legacy Library at Rio Bravo City Hall to honor the memory of Gia Sanchez, a student from Juarez-Lincoln Elementary who passed away in October 2024. What used to be an office space was transformed into a cozy library for the community. With the help of her loved ones, […]
Southside ISD Celebrates Fiesta and Cinco de Mayo
Southside ISD came together to celebrate their community and culture through its district-wide “Fiesta and Cinco de Mayo” celebration. The vibrant event brought together students, families, and staff by connecting them to meaningful community traditions and fostering inclusivity. In preparation for the event, students engaged in hands-on projects that included creating their own parade floats […]
Friendswood ISD’s Day of Service Initiative
Friendswood ISD spotlighted its commitment to kindness and civic responsibility through a powerful district-wide service initiative, Friendswood Day of Service. Across campuses, students, staff, and administrators engaged in projects that emphasized compassion, wellness, creativity, and community support. The Friendswood High School Girls Soccer Team, Band members, FFA, and several staff volunteers dedicated their time at […]
Northside ISD Launches Annual Block Walk
Ross Middle School in Northside ISD held a pep rally that not only kicked off the year, but celebrated the launch of their 13th annual Block Walk. Ross Middle School and its feeder elementaries were gathered in the gym to start the school year with energy and flair! Principals, NISD Superintendent Dr. John Craft, and […]
What is the Double-Edged Sword of Unfunded Mandates?
An unfunded mandate for public education refers to a legislative act that requires a school district to implement some practice or procedure for which no monies have been allocated.
Southwest ISD High Schoolers’ Elementary Visits
Southwest ISD had student representatives from Southwest Legacy High School make a trip to their feeder elementary schools. The Southwest Legacy student representatives participated in morning greetings, read-aloud, and small pep rallies with students during the elementary visits. The event was held with the goals of promoting attendance and exposing future Southwest Legacy students to […]
South San Antonio ISD Supplied for Success
South San Antonio ISD (SSAISD) started the 2023-2024 school year with a show of community support that ensured students had the resources they needed for success. Thanks to initiatives like the TEXAS YES Project, elementary students across SSAISD received “Box of Dreams” kits filled with essential supplies, fostering a sense of care and support for […]
South San Antonio ISD Celebrates Opening of Community Garden
South San Antonio ISD celebrates the opening of their new sustainable community garden. The students of Madla Elementary held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the new sustainable community garden. Volunteers from Gardopia Gardens, Wells Fargo, and Trinity University also were in attendance. The project all started when Madla Elementary fifth grade teacher, Priscilla Navarijo, […]
Friendswood ISD Teacher Shares Story of Her Return to FISD
Friendswood ISD’s 2023 High School Teacher of the Year Amanda Davies shared her personal story about her pride and dedication to FISD, and her journey back “home”. “I was later than most to my teaching career. I didn’t go back to school for my teaching degree until I was almost 30. I juggled motherhood and […]
Northside ISD Teachers Named Finalists for Prestigious Award
Two Northside ISD teachers are state finalists in the 2023 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. The surprise announcements were made by Superintendent Dr. Brian Woods and H-E-B representatives during a heartfelt moment filled with confetti, flowers, and hugs. Brauchle Elementary kindergarten teacher, Carol Hudson, was selected as a finalist for the H-E-B Excellence in Education […]
