Story by Lisa Valadez
7/24/2024
HISD
The Houston Independent School District's DeBakey High School for Health Professions-HTX welcomed their new freshmen, the #DeBakeyVipers, to Viper Camp. The event featured a variety of activities, including club exploration, study skills workshops, and team-building exercises. These initiatives aim to help the new students integrate smoothly into the school community, build essential academic skills, and form strong bonds with their peers as they kick off the school year on a strong note.
Aldine ISD
Aldine ISD is gearing up for the FAFSA Block Party next week. On July 27th, families are invited to the Aldine Child Nutrition Center at 1802 Aldine Bender Rd, Houston, TX 77032, for a fun-filled event. The party will feature games, food, music, and numerous activities for all ages. Attendees will also have the opportunity to gather essential information about FAFSA. For more details, visit www.AldineISD.org.
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena Independent School District is excited to announce that Rachel Flores has accepted the position of Head Girls Basketball Coach at Dobie High School. With a strong background in coaching and a passion for developing young athletes, Flores is set to bring new energy and strategies to the team. She aims to build on the program's strengths and lead the Longhorns to new heights in the upcoming season. The school community eagerly anticipates the positive impact she will have on the players and the overall basketball program. Go Longhorns!
Fort Bend ISD
Eleven Fort Bend ISD teachers recently attended the Western Art Academy at Schreiner University. This inaugural training session for educators, typically reserved for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) scholarship recipients, offered an exceptional opportunity to learn from top sculpture instructors. The experience allowed these teachers to enhance their artistic skills and bring new techniques and inspiration back to their classrooms, benefiting students and enriching the district's art programs.
For more info, visit https://www.houstonisd.org/, https://www1.pasadenaisd.org/, https://www.aldineisd.org/ and https://www.fortbendisd.com/