District News Archive
Hale Elementary teacher comes home to teach Lacy Gregory wasn鈥檛 even sure she wanted to be a teacher when she was deciding on a career. Now she can鈥檛 imagine doing anything else. 鈥淚 always say that teaching found me,鈥 Gregory said. 鈥淚 was actually interested in a career in school counseling. I got a job…
Dunn Elementary teacher of the year in 2019-20 Dunn Elementary fifth-grade teacher Audrey Simmons is getting to play hooky Monday. At least it will be an excused absence. Simmons, who teaches science, was selected to represent the district for the Texas Rangers home opener Monday at Globe Life Field. The lifelong Rangers fan was surprised…
Third graders rush playground after ribbon cutting The third-grader practically flew up the stairs toward the twisting slide. 鈥淥h my goodness!鈥 she said, streaming her thoughts aloud. 鈥淭his is awesome! Awesome. So many choices!鈥 Moments earlier, Pearcy STEM Academy Principal Codi Van Duzee, flanked by 91直播 Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos, snipped the caution tape…
World-class instruments and amazing technology The 91直播鈥檚 new Center for Visual and Performing Arts was filled with the sounds of two professional Steinway pianists today as they played a rousing duet, four hands masterfully flying across the keyboard. But the pianists weren鈥檛 at the CVPA. They were in New York, and a screen showed…
Workshops to help families get ready for summer The 91直播鈥檚 Family Expo and Resource Fair is back for 2021. And it鈥檚 going to be accessible for everyone as this year鈥檚 event is going virtual. The free expo, which is set for April 16-17, is family focused and will have activities for all ages. Families…
Fire truck tour is highlight for most students Nothing beats a fire truck tour. That was clearly evident when 91直播 fire academy students recently put on assemblies about fire safety for students in kindergarten through third grade. The assemblies at Burgin and Rankin elementary schools were made possible thanks to a generous grant from…
Winner of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge Being a student at the STEM Academy opened up more than just a new world in education for Michelle Nguyen. Attending the school on the Martin High School campus also served as the inspiration for an award-winning app designed by the 16-year-old junior. The light-bulb moment was born…
Freezer addition almost ready Extensive renovations for the 91直播鈥檚 Food and Nutrition Services building are nearing completion with the new catering kitchen scheduled to open after spring break. Thanks to the 2019 Bond, the 91直播鈥檚 food and nutrition services鈥 headquarters is getting a much-needed upgrade that will improve efficiencies and logistics, create better…
Counselors build lasting relationships The College Board recently recognized two 91直播 high school counselors for their dedication to students. Meggan Horne, lead counselor at Arlington High School, and Susan Kingen, lead counselor at Martin High School, were nominated by colleagues for the College Board Counselor Recognition program. Both are known for the resolute support…
Outreach will include home visits The 91直播 is working hard to ensure that all students are provided the best educational opportunities during a challenging 2020-21 school year. The district is launching Operation Reconnect to connect and engage with absent or disconnected students from school. Like most large districts, attendance is down this school year…