District News
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January is School Board Recognition Month in Texas and our chance to thank Trustees for their service
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The Christmas tree along with Leon Apollo Valenzuela's ornament will be on display in the Texas Capitol through January 2, 2025.
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National Board certification is considered the gold standard for teacher professional development; it is made possible by a generous grant
The December school board agenda was packed with important action items
Board workshop also includes a look at three schools impacted by boundary changes, and the design of a new Transition Learning Center
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Article touts ECISD’s principal intern program
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National honor comes from K-12 Dive, honors innovative talent development and tutoring programs
Trustees get Ag Farm renovation ideas; could see first ground-breaking ceremony in January
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ST Math and Phillips 66 announce new educational partnership with ECISD for innovative math program
The design is the product of months of work involving CTE staff, industry partners, and a community advisory committee
Board is asking for help developing a profile of leadership qualities desired of the next superintendent; find a survey link in this story
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Some 1,800 teachers take part in largest, single-day, in-person Youth Mental Health First Aid training in Texas
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Award comes from Summit K12 for support of Emergent Bilingual students
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Dr. Brown is an ECISD school board member, and 35-year veteran educator
Trustees select search firm for superintendent search, and identify property for potential new Transportation Center