TEA releases district scores: Corpus Christi ISD strengthens ‘B’ rating, with all high schools rated ‘A’ or ‘B’
Corpus Christi ISD district leaders are commending teachers, students and campus leaders following the announcement that the district earned an 83, or “B,” rating in the Texas Education Agency’s state accountability system for the 2025-2026 school year, up two points from the previous year.
“Along with our Board of Trustees, I am proud of the students, educators, staff and supporters who contribute to the success of our schools,” said Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “The commitment of our campus teams, strengthened by outstanding support from the district and implementation of our strategic priorities, had a meaningful and positive impact on our students.”
CCISD schools demonstrated significant improvements from 2024-2025. Six Corpus Christi ISD schools maintained an “A” rating: Creekside Elementary, Windsor Park Elementary, Baker Middle School, Branch Academy, Collegiate High School, and Veterans Memorial High School. Additionally, Coles High School earned an “A” Rating.
Thirty-one CCISD schools earned a “B” rating, which is an increase in the number of campuses earning this rating. The district has been steadfastly working to support the 11 schools given “C” ratings, as well as the four schools (including students from now-closed schools who are attending other district campuses) rated “D”: Fannin Elementary School, Gibson Elementary School, Driscoll Middle School and Martin Middle School. For the second consecutive year, no CCISD schools received an “F” rating.
Thirty-nine campuses were awarded at least one “Distinction Designation,” for a district total of 118 distinctions. Calk-Wilson Elementary, Sanders Elementary, Smith Elementary, Windsor Park Elementary, Zavala Elementary, and (now closed) Browne Middle School earned all eligible distinction categories.
“We know our students are much more than an accountability score,” Hernandez said. “We take this information, along with a comprehensive view of our students and their education, to help us strategically plan for a school year that will help shape the future of our students and our community.”
To view details of the ratings and the rating system, visit the district’s website, ccisd.us.
Mary Poppins Jr. Auditions are open to all CCISD high school students!
📅 August 19 & 20
⏰ 5:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial High School Auditorium
Who’s ready for something supercalifragilisticexpialidocious? ☂️
🍎 What’s on the menu? 🍴
Check out our Breakfast & Lunch Menus to see what’s being served across the district: https://www.ccisd.us/page/food-services
We wish all our students and staff a great week and a fantastic school year.🍎 More photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cjfB0Ht4PY6i8hbs1jANTyJA7Xbvp7BD?usp=drive_link
📸More photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cjfB0Ht4PY6i8hbs1jANTyJA7Xbvp7BD?usp=drive_link
The first day is here! Wishing our students, staff and families a year full of learning, growth and success! 🍎
Today's Board of Trustees Meeting begins at 5 p.m.
Watch live: https://www.ccisd.us/page/board-meetings
The meeting will also be streamed on the district's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ccisdcommunications8354
Tomorrow is the day! We can't wait to see everyone for the first day of school!
Here's your back-to-school checklist:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/transportation/530856
🔔26-27 bell schedule: https://www.ccisd.us/article/3034051
📅Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/zysy7rn2
📖 School supply list: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2941499
🎒 Clear backpack policy: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2262372
💻 Annual Update: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2857598
Join us to learn more about Corpus Christi ISD’s Digital Scholars Academy, a tuition-free online high school option for students in grades 10-12.
Students can take advantage of flexible virtual learning, electronic coursework, and on-campus college opportunities through CCISD Early College High Schools in partnership with Del Mar College. Families are invited to attend an upcoming information meeting either virtually or in person at Collegiate High School’s St. Clair Building, 101 Baldwin Blvd.
Meetings begin at 5:30 p.m. on:
🍎Aug. 10
💻 Join virtually here: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/254291377024727...
📝DSA Application: https://forms.ccisd.us/forms/digitalscholars
Two days until school starts! We can't wait to see everyone on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
Here's your back-to-school checklist:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/transportation/530856
🔔26-27 bell schedule: https://www.ccisd.us/article/3034051
📅Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/zysy7rn2
📖 School supply list: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2941499
🎒 Clear backpack policy: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2262372
💻 Annual Update: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2857598
Is your Chromebook ready for the first day of school? Students in grades 6-12, it's time to prepare your district-issued Chromebook for the school year!
🔍Find - Make sure you have your Chromebook
🔌Charge - Fully charge your Chromebook before the first day
💻Bring - Bring your Chromebook to school with you on Aug. 11.
📞For tech support or questions regarding the Chromebook program, please email ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk.com or text questions to 361-600-3691, or call 361-878-3900.
🎶 Tell me more, tell me more... 🎶
Join the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds for Grease: School Version presented by CCISD Theatre! 🚗
Where: Veterans Memorial High School Auditorium
When:
🕖 7 p.m. Performances
🎵 July 31
🎵 Aug. 1
🎵 Aug. 8
🕑 2 p.m. Performance
🎵 Aug. 8
🎵 Aug. 9
🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://ccisdtheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Three days until school starts! We can't wait to see everyone on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
Here's your back-to-school checklist:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/transportation/530856
🔔26-27 bell schedule: https://www.ccisd.us/article/3034051
📅Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/zysy7rn2
📖 School supply list: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2941499
🎒 Clear backpack policy: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2262372
💻 Annual Update: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2857598
As CCISD plans for the upcoming school year, the district will keep the community informed regarding new leadership assignments. Today, the district announced two campus-level appointments.
Veterans Memorial High School: Stevie Swanson has been named principal of Veterans Memorial High School. Most recently, she served as principal of Harold C. Kaffie Middle School. She follows Scott Walker, who was recently named one of two Assistant Superintendents of School Leadership for Elementary Schools.
Swanson, a CCISD graduate, holds a bachelor’s from Texas A&M University and a master’s from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, where she also completed her superintendent certification. In June 2025, she completed The Holdsworth Center’s Leadership Program. Swanson has served in instructional and administrative roles at the secondary level since 2010, primarily in CCISD. The district has named Annabel Ramirez, who has served as an assistant principal at Kaffie, as the middle school’s interim principal.
Los Encinos Elementary School: Yvonne Salinas has been named principal of Los Encinos Elementary School. Most recently, she served as principal of William B. Travis Elementary School since 2024. Her service to the district also includes administrator of academics and accountability at Mary Carroll High School.
“The interview committees were impressed with Ms. Swanson’s and Mrs. Salinas’ ability to form cohesive instructional teams and build strong school-family partnerships,” said Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “We are excited to see these two capable leaders take on new roles in our district in time for the new school year.”
The 2026-2027 school year begins Tuesday, August 11. To learn more about the district, visit ccisd.us.
The first day of school is Aug. 11! 🍎
Here's your back-to-school checklist:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/transportation/530856
🔔26-27 bell schedule: https://www.ccisd.us/article/3034051
📅Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/zysy7rn2
📖 School supply list: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2941499
🎒 Clear backpack policy: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2262372
💻 Annual Update: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2857598
Need more? Visit the district website for our school locator, parent information, campus webpages and everything else you need for a successful start to the school year. 🖥️: www.ccisd.us
Questions? Text us your questions at 361-600-3691. Be sure to include the name of the campus your student will attend.
Corpus Christi ISD is pleased to announce that it will continue providing free breakfast and lunch to all students for the upcoming school year. Schools qualifying to operate the Community Eligibility Provision provide breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students at no charge.
“We are pleased to continue offering free breakfast and lunch to all CCISD students,” said Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “This program helps ensure every student starts the school day ready to learn and succeed.”
The free meals program is made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture via the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
CCISD has been providing free breakfast and lunch since 2018. During the 2025-2026 school year, CCISD served over 6 million free breakfast, lunch, Saturday and supper meals.
Parents and guardians do not need to complete a free or reduced-price meal application. However, they should still complete the district income survey as part of the online registration process. This information helps CCISD qualify for grants, funding and other programs that benefit students.
For lunch menus and more, visit ccisd.us or download the CCISD app. The 2026-2027 school year begins Tuesday, August 11.
🎶 Tell me more, tell me more... 🎶
Join the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds for Grease: School Version presented by CCISD Theatre! 🚗
Where: Veterans Memorial High School Auditorium
When:
🕖 7 p.m. Performances
🎵 Aug. 8
🕑 2 p.m. Performance
🎵 Aug. 8
🎵 Aug. 9
🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://ccisdtheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Is your Chromebook ready for the first day of school? Students in grades 6-12, it's time to prepare your district-issued Chromebook for the school year!
🔍Find - Make sure you have your Chromebook
🔌Charge - Fully charge your Chromebook before the first day
💻Bring - Bring your Chromebook to school with you on Aug. 11.
📞For tech support or questions regarding the Chromebook program, please email ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk.com or text questions to 361-600-3691, or call 361-878-3900.
🚌Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/page/transportation
Five days until school starts! We can't wait to see everyone on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
Here's your back-to-school checklist:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/transportation/530856
🔔26-27 bell schedule: https://www.ccisd.us/article/3034051
📅Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/zysy7rn2
📖 School supply list: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2941499
🎒 Clear backpack policy: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2262372
💻 Annual Update: https://www.ccisd.us/article/2857598
