See you on January 7th! 🎄✨
Winter Break is from Dec. 23-Jan. 3. ☃❄
During the Dec.16 Board of Trustees meeting, CCISD’s school board members took action —as they do each year — to select officers by majority vote. They are:
President: Eric Villarreal
Vice President: Marty Bell
Secretary: S. Jaime Arredondo
Assistant Secretary: Alice Upshaw Hawkins
Additional actions included moving forward with improvements to Miller High School’s Auditorium approved by voters in Bond 2018, and purchase of classroom and office furniture for the new Hamlin and Southeast middle schools. The board also authorized moving forward with the demolition of the old Mary Carroll High School.
Trustees also recognized the December Above the Line employees of the month as well as Academic All-State Volleyball players and students with College Board National Recognition.
Corpus Christi ISD schools and district offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 23, through Friday, Jan. 3, for the district’s annual Winter Break. Monday, Jan. 6, will be a student holiday, with classes resuming Tuesday, Jan. 7.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 13.
✨Board recognitions✨
During Monday's Board of Trustees Meeting, the board recognized the following groups for their various accomplishments.
✨College Board National Recognition Program Students
✨THSCA Academic All-State Volleyball
✨December Above the Line employee of the month winners
❄️ Holiday Tunes Take Over! 🎵
Choirs, orchestras, and bands from across our district are filling the administration building with joyful holiday music. What a wonderful way to celebrate the season! #CCISDproud
📸More photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RmVvVd4rk5C3TrLo7GFjTSlhs2QoPZuT?usp=drive_link
✨Above the Line Winners✨
Join us in celebrating our district employees of the month. Congratulations!
⭐Tina Saenz- Rise Math Teacher, Adkins Middle School
⭐Jackie Hannebaum,- Substitute
⭐Stephanie Contreras - Assistant Principal, Veterans Memorial High School
⭐Jennifer Brown- Certification Officer, Human Resources
📸CCISD Day at La Palmera 🛍
Our students showcased their talents while community members explored our diverse programs, from Pre-K opportunities to library resources. Thank you to everyone who stopped by!
Congratulations to our very own Brenda Marshall! 👏 She is a Texas High School Athletic Directors Association Hall of Honor Inductee.
The Center of Educational Outreach at Baylor College of Medicine will expand science, technology, engineering, math and medicine/biomedical science (STEMM) curriculum programs at select Corpus Christi Independent School District schools beginning in 2024 and 2025. Baylor-developed science and health pathways and an after-school program will be introduced to address student interest in the growing STEMM fields.
“This initiative will empower learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving STEM and health science sectors,” said Dr. Nancy Moreno, chair of the Huffington Department of Education, Innovation and Technology and director of the Center for Educational Outreach at Baylor. “We look forward to working closely with CCISD to inspire students to be the next generation of innovators and healthcare leaders.”
Baylor has developed an after-school program that is being conducted by teachers at Gloria Hicks Elementary School, introducing students to topics like microbiology and biomedical engineering.
A new STEMM health science pathway will be launched at Cunningham Middle School at South Park, providing students with coursework that dives into advanced topics like neuroscience, scientific decision-making, bioengineering and biotechnology. Similar science pathways have been implemented at the Baylor College of Medicine Academy at James D. Ryan Middle School and the Baylor College of Medicine Biotech Academy at Biotech Academy at Rusk Middle School in Houston.
Foy H. Moody High School’s existing STEMM health science pathway focuses on college-level preparedness through the summer DocPrep program for rising high school seniors. Students from Moody High School attend the program at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston to experience engaging sessions led by Baylor physicians, work in a simulation lab, and network with peers from other South Texas health science high schools.
“We are delighted to be expanding this unique partnership,” said Corpus Christi ISD Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “Our students now have the opportunity to expand their STEMM knowledge and learn about health science careers beginning in elementary school, and then broadening their knowledge and experience in middle school and high school. We are grateful to Baylor College of Medicine, Mrs. Gloria Hicks, the Port of Corpus Christi, Ed Rachal Foundation and the Corpus Christi Medical Center for leading this important investment in our students’ futures.”
In addition to curriculum development, Baylor education experts will work in tandem with CCISD faculty to ensure implementation of the curriculum is effective and suited to the needs of each campus.
Corpus Christi ISD awarded JET grant to support electrical programs
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Corpus Christi ISD will receive a $57,312 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant to train 30 students in electrical and electronic engineering technologies.
The grant is part of a broader $15 million initiative supporting career and technical education (CTE) programs across Texas.
The funding will help the district purchase equipment to prepare students for high-demand, well-paying jobs in the electrical and electronic engineering fields.
“As Texas’ economy continues to grow, it is critical that we invest in our future workforce,” said Governor Abbott. “This $15 million in career training grants will support career and technical training programs for thousands of Texas students across our great state. I thank the Texas Workforce Commission for their continued partnership with Texas’ high schools, colleges, and universities to help students achieve high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation. The work being done at the Texas Workforce Commission and in our educational institutions across Texas ensures Texans have opportunities that lead to a better job and a bigger paycheck.”
This $15 million in career training grants will give Texas students the chance to earn licenses, certificates, or college degrees that lead to good-paying jobs in high-demand industries. In the first year alone, the new equipment will help train more than 6,900 students.
“As the Texas economy grows, so does the demand for a skilled workforce,” said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. “The JET grant program helps meet that demand by providing opportunities for Texans to gain valuable, hands-on experience that will prepare them to step into those high-demand careers.”
A check presentation ceremony will be scheduled for a later date.
Let's pack the Alamodome to support our Miller Bucs! 🏈👏
The Bucs take on Boerne High School on Dec. 6 at 7 p.m.
🎟Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/cc-miller-vs-boerne-san-antonio-texas-12-06-2024/event/3A006182ABEF158F
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🍁🥧
CCISD Day returns to La Palmera Dec. 7, offering holiday performances, Pre-K/Pre-Registration info, academic & job programs. Free community event at La Palmera Cafes Food Court & Dillard's Court with art stations & demonstrations. Insight into district offerings awaits!
Thanksgiving Break is from Nov. 25-29. All campuses and district offices will be closed. Have a relaxing break! 🍂🥧
Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez invites you to attend the district football playoffs and enjoy a relaxing Thanksgiving break.
📺: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWaBLkueOUs
Happening today!
Sandy Salinas-DeLeon, principal of Roy Miller High School since 2021, is retiring after 34 years in education, 20 of those with Corpus Christi ISD, effective the end of the fall semester. During her time with the district, DeLeon’s experience included serving as a principal at the elementary, middle and high school levels.
“We are grateful to Mrs. Salinas-DeLeon for devoting the majority of her career to Corpus Christi ISD,” said Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez. “We appreciate her leadership, and we wish her the very best in retirement.”
Russell Whitehead will serve as interim principal, effective in January 2025. Mr. Whitehead, a substitute administrator, has extensive experience in Corpus Christi ISD, including service as a middle school principal as well as a substitute administrator at all levels.
The district has posted the position for a permanent leader, to be named in time for the 2025-2026 school year.
“Miller High School will be in good hands with Mr. Whitehead, a respected leader with thorough familiarity with our district,” Hernandez said. “We anticipate a smooth continuation of the school year for our Buc community.”
Friday, Nov. 22, is a student holiday. All CCISD schools and district offices are closed Nov. 25-29 for the annual Thanksgiving Break.
👏🏆 Congratulations to the Superintendent's Perfect Attendance Award recipients! 👏🏆
⭐Michael Nguyen, Collegiate High School
⭐Madison Garza, Baker Middle School
⭐Bradley Noyola, Menger Elementary School
Corpus Christi ISD shares information about community events and activities with students and families through Virtual Backpack!🎒
Click here to see events happening soon: www.ccisd.us/Virtual-Backpack
Friday, Nov. 22 is a student holiday. There is no school. 📅
Thanksgiving Break is from Nov. 25-29. All campuses and district offices will be closed. 🍂🥧
