CCISD to hold drawing to determine ballot placement for upcoming trustee election
At 10 a.m. Monday, August 26, 2024, the Corpus Christ Independent School District will hold a drawing to determine the order in which candidates’ names will be placed on the November ballot for the district’s board of trustees election.
Each Candidate is entitled to be present to have a representative present at the drawing.
District 2
• S. Jaime Arredondo (incumbent)
• Penny Kaminski
At Large (3 seats)
• Steve Barrera
• Michael Bergsma
• Pooja Bindingnavele
• Don Clark (incumbent)
• Augustin De La Garza Jr.
• Samuel Fryer
• Alice Upshaw Hawkins (incumbent)
Where: CCISD Administration Building Board Room
801 Leopard St.
When: 10 a.m., Monday, August 26
Corpus Christi City Council recognized Carroll High School English Teacher Ashley Love during today's meeting.
Mrs. Love was presented with a commendation and a gift card. Her commendation read in part, "Her success is mirrored in the relationships she has built with her students who continue to seek her guidance and support, as they progress in their academic journeys." #CCISDproud


Community members file for CCISD Board of Trustees positions
The November 5, 2024, ballot will include candidates running for four open seats on CCISD’s school board.
Trustees are volunteers who serve four-year terms in one of four district positions or three at-large seats.
As of the close of business Monday, Aug. 12, the candidates thus far are as follows:
District 2
S. Jaime Arredondo (incumbent)
Penny Kaminski
At Large (3 seats)
Steve Barrera
Michael Bergsma
Pooja Bindingnavele
Don Clark (incumbent)
Augustin De La Garza Jr.
Samuel Fryer
Alice Upshaw Hawkins (incumbent)
Jane Bell, who has served as an At-Large trustee since 2012, previously announced she would not seek re-election.
The application period remains open until 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 19.
Did you opt-in to SchoolMessenger this year?
Text "Yes" to 67587 to receive text messages about school closings, safety alerts and more.

🍎 August school breakfast & lunch menus 🥕
Check out what's cooking in our cafeterias during the first month of school! 😄
Menus can be found on our website: https://www.ccisd.us/documents/departments/food-services/monthly-menus/685396

Corpus Christi ISD shares information about community events and activities with our students and families through our Virtual Backpack. 🎒
Visit our website to see more information about events and activities happening in CCISD!
🖥️ https://www.ccisd.us/article/1582993
Join us in congratulating the CCISD Board of Trustees! 👏🎉
The Corpus Christi ISD Board of Trustees were named a Top 5 Texas Honor School Board. The board will be in the running for 2024 Outstanding School Board. The Texas Association of School Administrators will announce the 2024 Outstanding School Board winner in September. #CCISDproud

A Special Called Meeting - Bond Facility Workshop begins at 9 a.m. Watch live on our website:
https://www.ccisd.us/page/board-meetings?fbclid=IwY2xjawEgT45leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYzJ30caTAuLBQaVTXRylnv7J5rkCFi_Hb5zwYIabC9Nn2-iGGmN0cUoOw_aem_C0J4jOc0QlImDPru85779g
🚌 2024-2025 Bus Route Information🚌
Information on bus routes is available on our website: https://tinyurl.com/44ar2unf
Have questions? Text the campus name and your question to 361-600-3691. 📱

Congratulations, graduates! 🎓👏
We are #CCISDproud of you. 📺 Watch the graduation online: https://www.youtube.com/@ccisdcommunications8354

Don't forget to register your students for the 2024-2025 school year! 🚌📚
☎️ Need help? Please contact your student's campus. Having trouble logging in? 🖥️: https://www.ccisd.us/page/faq-enrollment
Questions? Text the campus name and your question to 361-600-3691. 📱 (Including the campus name will help us assist you!)
😃 We are excited to welcome our students back on Aug. 12!

We had a fin-tastic time celebrating at the Creekside Elementary School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony yesterday! 🦈
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with the Creekside Sharks. We can't wait to dive into the new school year! 🌊
More photos: 📸 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/155QLYEUKS0koMAkUW_wEvcv2Np9GU9Um?usp=drive_link




A Special Called Meeting - Bond Facility Workshop begins at 9 a.m. Watch live on our website: https://www.ccisd.us/page/board-meetings
The 2024-2025 Back to School Guide is out! 🍎🎒📖
The guide has all the information you need to get ready for the new school year. Find the school supply list, the school calendar, school lunch information and more! 📓📅🚌
Questions? 📱 Text the campus name and your question to 361-600-3691.
https://issuu.com/corpuschristiisd/docs/24-25_ccisd_back_to_school_guide_links_002_?fr=sYTIxNzYzMjg5MTc
Don't miss the Happy Health: A Back to School Health Fair! 🎒 There will be free back to school items, health screenings, sports physicals and more. 📓✏️
📅 Date: Saturday, July 27
⏰ Time: 9 AM to 12 PM
📍 Location: Miller High School

Returning registration is now open! 💻
Families will receive registration information via email. Need help? 📞Please contact your student's campus.
Forgot your password for registration? Please visit https://my.ccisd.us. 🖥️
Questions? 📱 Text your questions to 361-600-3691. Please include the campus name when sending your questions.
We can't wait to see all our students on Aug. 12! 😃

Have you downloaded the CCISD app? Get the latest information on events, news, dining and more! Download the app today.
🍎iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/corpus-christi-isd/id6469006882
📱Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.ccisdtx&pli=1
Questions❓
Our Let's Talk customer service platform helps you get the answers you need! Text us your questions to 361-600-3691. 📱 You can also email your questions to ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk.com.

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More than 250 people attended yesterday's hiring event at Carroll High School! 👏
We are grateful for the 153 new hires who are joining #TeamCCISD. 🍎 The new members of our team include teachers, paraprofessionals, custodians, cafeteria helpers and substitutes!
