Anahuac Independent School District The Slate December, 2013
Cubs Are District Champs
Inside this issue FFA Makes History Pg. 3 Students Explore Space Pg. 6
AHS Grad Awarded
The AMS 8th grade Cubs “A” team won the District championship this season with an 8-0 record. It has been six years since the Cubs won the District championship. In the first row are Mason Henicke, Ross Bess, David Till, Anthony Capili and Lane Harrison. Second row: Darshan Hill, Kyle Kreuzer, Ashton Kenebrew, Arturo Mares, Brandon Hoskins and Nolan Estes.
Third row: Jose Cabrera, Gavin Murr, Jayden Landry, Danny Lopez, Victor Gonzales, Armando Netro and Ryan Murphy. Fourth row: Cole Alexander, Dario Cabrera, Chris Moulton, Leonel Vargas and Scott Golleher. Fifth row Michael Tinsley, Tracy Henry and William Orozco. Also pictured are coaches John Borne on the right and Adrien Kenebrew on the left.
Band Members Bring Home Honors Students from the Anahuac High School and Middle School band competed against hundreds of students from the Beaumont area at Region Band competition in November. Of the 31 Anahuac students to compete, 20 of them made the Region Band! Six of the High School students have advanced to Area Auditions in January. Students who advanced to the area audition will be competing to be in the Texas All-State Band. Please Congratulate these students: AMS Band Victoria Magana – 4th Chair French Horn Kyle Lake – 5th Chair French Horn William Orozco – 2nd Chair Euphonium Scott Golleher – 5th Chair Trombone Kaitlyn Bennett – 4th Chair Trumpet Leonel Vargas – 12th Chair Trumpet
Anthony Ramirez – 16th Chair Trumpet Camryn Jackson – 2nd Chair Bass Clarinet Kassidy Tilton – 2nd Chair Tenor Saxophone Jodee Hatfield – 8th Chair Clarinet Arturo Mares – 21st Chair Clarinet Jennifer Lugo – 23rd Chair Clarinet Blane Daugherty – 5th Chair Alto Saxophone AHS Band Samantha Nguyen – 4th Chair Bass Clarinet Advanced to Area Eduardo Lugo – 3rd Chair Euphonium Logan Murr – 1st Chair Bari Saxophone Madalyn Orozco – 11th Chair French Horn Brody Miller – 4th Chair Percussion Sly Nunn – 5th Chair Clarinet Ashley Johnson – 22nd Chair Clarinet
Former AHS student Cali Smith recently earned the Outstanding Lodging Student Award from the Hotel and Lodging Association of Greater Houston. Cali is a 2010 graduate of Anahuac High school and a senior at University of Houston, majoring in Hotel and Restaurant Management at the Conrad N. Hilton College (within the university). For this award, students are selected based on their industry experience, academic achievements, contributions to college activities and their character and integrity. “Cali brings enthusiasm, dedication, and energy to every opportunity and challenge,” stated the awards program. “Passionate for the lodging industry, she has worked for the Sam Houston Hotel since September 2012; first as a guest services agent and currently as a food and beverage supervisor. “At Hilton College, she has constantly made the Dean's List, and has coordinated recruitment activities and tours as the assistant to the director of enrollment,” the program stated. “Cali is currently president of the hospitality honor society Eta Sigma Delta and past president of the Conrad N. Hilton Ambassadors.” She has accepted a job with Hilton Worldwide as a sales and marketing management trainee at the Hilton Anatole. She will be relocating to Dallas next July.
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Board Meets New School Resource Officer Anahuac ISD Superintendent James Hopper introduced Rick Davis, the new School Resource Officer (SRO) during the December 10 board meeting. The AISD board previously approved having law enforcement on campus. Officer Davis will fill a variety of roles, including providing additional security and also as a teaching tool within the district. Officer Davis will work throughout the calendar year possibly offering summer programs to students. Chambers County hired Officer Davis and will pay the expenses. He will begin work at AISD after a four-month retraining period at a police academy in Houston. “This is a unique relationship and I’m very excited about it,” said Supt. Hopper. “I appreciate the opportunity having an SRO gives AISD,” he added. Supt. Hopper also said that the district will be going over its polices and procedures to make sure they “mesh” with those of the Chambers County
Sheriff's Department. Kudos to Students In other matters, the board honored several students for various accomplishments. The Girls’ Cross Country team were recognized as District Champions. Members of the Varsity Volleyball team were named to All-District. (article on Page 8.) Members of the Varsity Football team were named to All-District (article on Page 6.) The Eighth Grade Football team was recognized as being District Champions. (article on Page 1.) Anahuac Elementary fifth grader Dadrien Whittington was recognized for being such a hard worker and for being an “all-around good student.” “He displays great character, always choosing to take the high road even if it might not be the most popular,” said teacher Joanna Schimek in an e-mail about Dadrien.
At left is Dadrien Whittington with AES Principal Tetyana Yeromenko and board member Allen Herrington. At right are members of the Girls’ Varsity Cross Country team — Addison Hemphill, Ana Gonzalez and Samantha Lara with Coach Vicki Vardell, board member Ken McGraw and Athletic Director Marty Murr. At left are members of the Volleyball AllDistrict team - Kathryn Sherman and Joyclyne Landry, Coach Brandee Elliott, board member Chris Jircik and Athletic Director Marty Murr. At right are members of the Football All-District team - Zachary Reynolds, Kenton King, Toan Huynh, Chris O’Banion and Chris Molina with Supt. James Hopper and Coach Murr.
New Maintenance Director In other matters, Maintenance Director Jim Felice introduced Ernest Palomo to the board. Mr. Palomo will take over the reins as Maintenance Director when Mr. Felice retires in January. “I’ve heard good things about you,” said Board President Ben Beaoui. “We welcome you to our district, you have big shoes to fill.” Policy Revisions The board revised the District student transfer policy. The policy stated previously that the district would charge
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Officer Rick Davis is shown above in the center with Supt. James Hopper and Chief Deputy Gilbert Phillips.
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FFA Team Makes AISD History at State Three Anahuac FFA teams competed December 5 and 6 in Huntsville, going farther than other AISD teams have in the past. “We are proud to announce that our three state qualifying LDE teams had a great contest in Huntsville,” said Anahuac FFA Advisor Kaleigh Burnett. “The frigid cold and winter weather did not stop us from achieving our goals. Months, weeks, and hundreds of hours of long days, early morning practices, late nights, many miles; blood, sweat, and tears were all in preparation for this contest, and the coveted felt banners that we were determined to bring home!” Out of 216 teams in the state, Anahuac High School’s Agricultural Advocacy team of Ali Kontominas, Mason Duhon, Traci Alexander and Justin Haley were in the top twenty. “Their historic finish as the first ever state semi finalists; representing Anahuac FFA, the Ricebelt District, and the Area IX Association, will forever be chronicled as this contest rises in popularity and participation in the future,” said Ms. Burnett. “While we did not advance to the top ten finalists, we are already looking forward to a promising run next year.” Out of 252 Jr. FFA skills teams in the state; the AHS team of Madelyne Nauman, Taylor Hankamer and Zachary Rose were 9th in the state. “This is the best a Jr. Team from Anahuac has ever fared at the state level. We are incredibly proud of them, and have high hopes for the next three years of their FFA career,” said Burnett. Last but not least is Anahuac FFA’s senior team. There were 258 Senior FFA Skills teams in the state — the team of Madison Mitchell, Blake Edwards, and Austin Nauman finished third in the state. “This top three finish marks a historic placing as it is the best an Anahuac LDE team has ever finished; a perfect end to three years of hard work and dedication from these three individuals,” said Burnett.
At left is the Agricultural Advocacy team of Mason Duhon, Traci Alexander, Ali Kontominas and Justin Haley.
At right is the Jr. FFA Skills team of Taylor Hankamer, Zachary Rose and Madelyne Nauman.
At left is the Sr. FFA Skills team of Blake Edwards, Madison Mitchell and Austin Nauman. Below are AMS students seeing off the FFA competitors.
AISD Board Meeting (continued from Page 2) the maximum amount of tuition as allowed by law. The revision states that the district will set the tuition rate. Mr. Hopper suggested that the rate be set annually. The board revised the purchasing and acquisitions policy to require board approval for purchases above $25,000. The policy was increased to an allowa-
ble amount of $50,000 during the bond projects. Mr. Hopper reported on the Disciplinary Education Alternative Program in Liberty. He said that due to a reduction in schools participating, the program will need to nearly double its rates to the schools still enrolled in the program. He added that other options were
beginning to be discussed, but that there was nothing definite yet. Anahuac Middle School Principal Patti Nauman gave a presentation on Anahuac ISD curriculum. She also spoke about changes to state assessments and how it will affect the district’s curriculum.
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Students Create Christmas Cheer The Anahuac Elementary campus contributed to the holiday cheer by creating cards to send to U. S. troops stationed across the nation and overseas. Through the American Red Cross, the cards will be delivered worldwide to spread holiday cheer and support for those protecting America’s freedoms. The activity was completed with multi-grade levels participating. Peggy Hill’s first grade class, and Lakeshia Humphrey’s second
grade class contributed to the art work and design of the exterior of the card. Fifth grade students designed and completed the interior of the card with warm wishes and safe returns for the troops. “The students had a great time and hope to send many more cards of care to our troops throughout the school year!” said spokesperson Janet Henicke.
In the front row at left are first graders Sania Cooper, Ashton Rose, Ryan Tu, Jayda Granger and Joe Previte. In the back row are fifth graders Ana, Cao, Graci Berry, Natalie DeLaCruz, Roselin Cabrera, Zoe Key, Natalya DeLaCruz and Megan Alfred.
In the front row at right are second graders Marcus Curiel, Christian Valencia, Karlie Guzman, Garrett Dye and Brenda Hernandez. In the back row are fifth graders Queristan Coates, Myriam Grimaldo, Alejandra Hernandez, Leo Villalpando and Kurstin Mathews.
Students Create Edible Atoms
2013-2014 AMS Student Council
AMS Mad Science students constructed models of atoms using cookies, icing, and sprinkles to gain a better understanding of atomic structure. Once students completed their models and they were checked for accuracy, students then consumed their hard work!
Students shown above have been chosen to serve on the AMS Student Council. The 2013-14 members are: Sixth Grade: Brylie Dillard, Karissa Jircik, Cecilia Delacruz, Donnie Langham, Tracy Ly, Jessica Gonzales, Donaven Tarver, Cecilia Palacios, James Thomas Henry and Jack Hampton. Seventh Grade: Aaliah
Castillo, Jennifer Lugo, Esmeralda Cabrera, Keeli Meyer, Joshua Hoskins, Mitchell Hargraves, Zachary Kelley, Gavin Carn, Beau Naquin and Kodi Abshier. Eighth Grade: Qatarrah Mayes, Oswaldo Hernandez, Tracy Henry, Dawyson Harmon, Kacy Kemp, Gabriela Ramirez, Haley Binur, Keleigh Hampton, Denice Puente and Tremesia Hill.
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A Tradition Continues … AISD Superintendent James Hopper continued the Christmas tradition begun by former superintendent Dr. Linda Barnhart with the annual Mug and a Hug come and go event December 13. Community members, AISD staff members and students stopped by December 13 for a hug from Supt. Hopper and a mug of the hot beverage of their choice. Walter Scherer and Business Manager Rosie Womack are shown at top with Supt. Hopper. At right are Katie Dean, Becky Scherer, Hayat Beaoui, Ben Beaoui and Food Service Director Teresa Vercher with Supt. Hopper.
AES Youngsters Visit Santa Several Anahuac Elementary students visited Santa at Anahuac National Bank on December 6. Meeting St. Nick were Theresa LaFour's morning and afternoon pre-kindergarten classes and Elbia DeLaCruz's morning class, as well as Sarah Golleher and one of her students “Everyone at Anahuac National Bank welcomed us and we greatly appreciate them for having us during this busy season,” said Mrs. LaFour. “Pre-K says ‘Thank You.’”
YEARBOOKS! YEARBOOKS! The 2014 Anahuac High School yearbook is now on sale. The cost of the yearbook is only $40 and can be paid in full or a deposit will reserve a copy and the balance will be due in May when the yearbooks arrive. Come by room 214 at Anahuac High School or order at www.jostensyearbooks.com. Seniors - don’t forget to reserve a spot for your Senior farewell in the 2014 yearbook!!! For information email
[email protected], or phone 409-267-2014, ext. 3214 or come by room 214 at Anahuac High School.
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AHS Aerospace Students Explore Space Travel Students from the second year Anahuac High School aerospace class traveled to the Johnson Space Center in Clear Lake December 4 for a flight profile presentation and review. The students spent the morning with Chris Madsen of the Orion GNC
Blake Edwards is “piloting” the Moon Rover.
group. The group members presented a summary of their flight profile and answered questions about specific parts of the flight profile. At the completion of the presentation, the group was qualified to moved forward with the design
AHS student Chris Moulton is “docking’ Orion to the ISS.
The students are guiding Orion to dock with the ISS during their time in the simulation lab.
phase of their high altitude/White Sands rocket. The AHS students had the opportunity to meet and discuss their project with students from the five other Texas schools who are attempting this project. While at JSC, the students were treated to tours of the historic Mission Control, ISS control and shuttle mission control. The students toured the Shuttle Avionics Integration Lab and were able to go to the simulation lab. In the simulation lab, they piloted the Orion capsule around the International Space Station (ISS), drove the lunar rover on the moon and grabbed a satellite out of orbit with the robot arm on the ISS. The Anahuac Aerospace class is one of six in Texas and the United States that will attempt to build a free flight sounding rocket, with an altitude goal of 100,000 ft.
Aerospace students Blake Edwards, Kevin Cao, Chris Moulton and Mason Boyer are shown above with their teacher Kirk Moore in front of Mission Control at the Johnson Space Center.
AES Begins WATCH D.O.G. Program Anahuac Elementary has begun a WATCH D.O.G. program. Who are Watch D.O.G.S.? It stands for Dads of Great Students. They are fathers, grandfathers, step-fathers, uncles, and other father figures who volunteer to serve at least one day a year in a variety of school activities as assigned by the school principal or other administrators.
Pictured above are AES Kindergarten student Kendall Hutchins and her dad Craig Hutchins, who is the first WATCH D.O.G. to volunteer at Anahuac Elementary on November 22.
For more information on WATCH D.O.G.S., go to www.fathers.com and click on the logo. To become a WATCH D.O.G. on Anahuac Elementary Campus, please contact Principal Tetyana Yeromenko or AES Counselor Machelle Lincoln.
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AES Works to Help Unlock A Cure For Cancer The campaign to Help Unlock A Cure For Cancer started from a small seed and blossomed into an annual event for Anahuac Elementary students. Seven years ago, teacher Deborah Baker learned that her close friend Beckie Campbell Church had been diagnosed with breast cancer. After treatment and close monitoring, Beckie is now cancer-free. Throughout the treatment process, Deborah learned more and more about the disease and the health issues that can be devastating. One statement she heard often was ‘Early detection can be the single most effective assistance’ in treating breast cancer. Deborah said that is when she had her Oprah Winfrey “A-ha moment”! Anahuac Elementary School now works during the entire month of October, which happens to be Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to raise money for the worthy cause. Each year has a theme and this year, students, family, and faculty had the opportunity to purchase a key for twenty-five cents to be signed and then displayed on the wall at the AES Cafeteria.
Each year, AES sets a goal and this year, it aimed to pay for five mammograms. The goal was set and then it was discovered that the fee had risen to $150 per x-ray. Never a group to be held back, those involved worked hard and raised 2,662 quarters ($665.50) and a faculty member generously donated another $84.50 to total the $750 needed. The funds were sent to The Rose, a non-profit breast cancer organization, and will provide five mammograms for Chambers County residents. “I thank all of the students and faculty who worked for this goal,” said Ms Baker. “I would like to extend a special thank you to Sarah Golleher for her assistance in keeping this program on track with her hard work and extra effort. Just knowing how many lives are affected by cancer, including faculty members who are like our second family, it feels great to know we are encouraging pro-active behavior to help save lives,” Ms. Baker added.
Pictured at left are AES individuals who have dealt with Breast Cancer in one way or another. Also pictured is the woman who inspired this annual event, Beckie Church, and her family.
District 10 AA All-District Football Players Named The following young men received All District Honors in football for the 2013 season: Offense: Byron Riggs - 1st team receiver Josh Cooper - 2nd team QB (quarterback) Jacaleb Lewis - 2nd team RB (running back) Drew Moulton - 2nd team Center Alexis Grimaldo - 2nd team OL (offensive line) Defense: Chris O’Banion - 1st team LB (linebacker) Toan Huynh - 1st team OLB (outside linebacker)
Kenton King - 2nd team DL (defensive line) Cesar Molina - 2nd team ILB (linebacker) Zach Reynolds - 2nd team ILB (outside linebacker) Tyre Raymond - 2nd team CB (cornerback) Special teams: Blake Moulton - 1st team Honorable Mention Jakub Lucas DB (defensive back) Mason Boyer OL (offensive line)
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AHS Honor Roll Students 9th Grade A Cameron Bertrand, Erykah Hill, Haley Jircik, Brittany McDaniel, Madelyne Nauman, Landyn Rose and Hunter Tyler. 9th Grade A-B Alyssa Adame, Michael Chamberlain, Claudia Chavez, Rebecca DeFusto, Guadalupe Diaz, Madison Dunn, Keagan Frank, Taylor Hankamer, Rachael Hargraves, Maya Holmes, Haley Kruger, Mayra Landin, Alyssa Maddox, Garrett Nelson, Makayla Oppenheimer, Dalton Richards, Kailee Richey, Zachery Rose, Zsanee Russell, Ana Salazar, Sarah Sanchez, Breanna Sanders, Robert Shaw, Esperanza Sierra, Mason Smart, Meghan Thomas, Sabrina Trahan, Jenna Turner and Imani Wooding. 10th Grade A Bethany Brown, Carlos Chavez, Allison Cormier, Omar DeLaCruz, Ana Gonzalez, Addison Hemphill, Austin Hodges, Jacob Jackson, Cameron Lieck, Phung Nguyen, Madalyn Orozco, Shon Patton, Kathryn Sherman, Ai Trac, Ximena Valencia, Victoria Wedin and Madison Wilkins. 10th Grade A-B Eduardo Alvarado, Beau Cendejas, Brett Cooley, Mason Duhon, Savio Fontenot, Ashley gates, Rhett Hemphill, AnneMarie Henry, Beatriz Hernandez, Maricela
Hernandez, Michael Hightower, Brianna Humphrey, Kaitelynn Innerarity, Jamus Lotz, Rebecca Medders, Cesar Molina, Paulin Netro, Maegan Oler, Tori Parish, Edgar Razo, Jamie Reily, Liliana Romero, Jay Stephenson, April Tarver and Colin Willcox. 11th Grade A Megan Majors. 11th Grade A-B Melani Aguilar, Traci Alexander, Diamond Allen, Kristyn Bennett, Joshuia Cooper, Rosa Diaz, Robert Edwards, Mackenzie Jackson, Alexandra Kontominas, Jakub Lucas, Ashlynne Maddox, Selena Morua, Noah Moulton, Connie Newnham, Elaine Nguyen, Bryan Qualli, Zachary Reynolds, Sarah Robicheaux, Carlee Rose, Jazmin Thomas, Deisy Vargas and
Alexia Wynne. 12th Grade A Kevin Cao, Levi Cormier, Kaitlyn Gresham, Dustin Harrison, Ashley Johnson, Eduardo Lugo, Madison Mitchell, Samantha Nguyen, Savanna Putnam, Brooks Rundzieher, Leslie Staner, Kasey Tilton and Garret Villemez. 12th Grade A-B Jesica Anderson, Shabrieauna Anderson, Berenice Cabrera, Mandy Coward, Ashley Flores, Kyle Gates, Kyrie George, Pedro Hernandez, Nia Kirkwood, Taylor Kirkwood, Cody Medders, Drew Moulton, Tyre Raymond, Melissa Sustaita and Cristal Vargas.
All-District Volleyball Players Named The young women below were named 2013 All-District Picks: Freshman #7 Joyclyne Landry - Second Team All-District. Sophomore #3 Kathryn Sherman - Second Team All-District. Junior #1 Alexia Wynne - 1st Team All-District. Junior #11 Asia Fontenot - chosen in an unanimous vote for District Most Valuable Player.
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A E S ’s To p A R & A M S t u d e n t s
Second Grade Top Readers: Kamyrn Hampton, Austin Kramer, Jada Lewis, DJ Watts, Christian Valencia, Perry Harris, Tiffany Seaton, Teagan Doucet, Brenda Garcia, Anthony Adams, Alan Mares and Drake Dobson.
Third Grade Top Readers: Heather DeLaCruz, Jake Previte, Viktorya Muniz, Bryson Campbell, Grace Jeanes, Meredith Ashly (not shown), Jamie Granger, Fatima Esparza, Kelly Galindo-Morales and Richard Tu.
Third Grade Top Accelerated Math: Richard Tu, Landon Corbitt, Payton Johnson, Mattie Bess, Jamie Granger, Jayro Duran, Jake Turner, Yadira Sendejas, Madison Cooper and Jathan Sherman.
Fourth Grade Top Accelerated Math: Diego Mares, Diana Miranda, Alonso Torres, Jarelis Hernandez (not shown), Farrell Mauthner, Phoebe Hampton, Hanna Kelley, Reagan Richard, Angela Rodriguez and Anthony Tran.
Fifth Grade Top Accelerated Math: Graci Berry, Becca Henicke and Jaeden Meekins.
Fourth Grade Top Readers: Hannah Kelly, Reagan Richard, Valerie Garcia (not shown), Grace Sharp, Layne Chance, Jarelis Hernandez, Alonso Torres, Juanita Diaz, Erin Willcox and Naheed Jamal.
Fifth Grade Top Readers: Dylan Legg, Coleton Green, Alex Sanchez, Logan DeHoyos (not shown), Carson Shaw, Tommye English, Dadrien Whittington, Ferris Tilton, Elsa Martinez Diaz and Ja’maya Kirkwood.
UIL Team Members Attend Conference Members of the Anahuac High School Academic UIL team traveled to San Houston University November 9 to participate in an academic conference. Upon arrival at SHSU, the 20 students and five teachers participants split up and attended conferences in their academic area. “The conference was very educational and the students were able to bring back many ideas to help them throughout the academic UIL season,” said UIL sponsor Vicki Vardell. The students will begin a UIL period where they will spend time with their sponsors and focus on their events. The first competition will be held in January. AHS will participate in four invitational meets in preparation for District which will be held in late March. District competitors will be competing for a trip to Regionals. Last year. AHS took about 20 students to Regionals and two students qualified for State.
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Roots & Shoots Members Help at Expo Roots and Shoots club members participated in the Wildlife Expo on November 16 at the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. The students volunteered to teach different animal facts to the hundreds of kids who attended. Roots and Shoots volunteered at the animal adventure obstacle course where kids would stop at each obstacle and listen as Roots and Shoots members read them an animal fact, and then the kids would do the obstacle. The Roots and Shoots volunteers were also able to enjoy the Expo themselves, learning about different bird species, petting alligators and snakes, canoeing, making bird feeders, archery, and meeting the stars of “Swamp People.”
Anahuac Elementary 905 Ross Sterling District Phone: 409-267-3600 Anahuac ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, or disability in providing education services, activities, and programs, including vocational programs, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The following district staff members have been designated to coordinate compliance with these legal requirements: · Title IX Coordinator, for concerns regarding discrimination on the basis of sex: James Hopper 409267-2001. · Section 504 Coordinator, for concerns regarding discrimination on the basis of disability: Deanna Humphrey 409-267-2017.
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AES Students Identified for TIP Pictured below are fifth grader Tommye English and fourth grader Reagan Richard, who have been identified as part of a select group of students across the nation for Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP). Qualifying fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students may participate in Duke TIP's 4th–6th Grade Talent Search and may take advantage of its optional above-level testing. The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving academically gifted and talented youth. Tommye and Reagan were eligible to participate in this talent search because they achieved qualifying scores at or above the 95th percentile on the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test in the spring of 2013.
Important AISD Dates To Remember: Dec. 17: Progress reports. Dec. 23 - Jan. 3: Christmas break - no school. Jan. 14: Board meeting 6;30 p.m. in the Admin Office. Public welcomed to attend.
Jan. 17: End of the first semester. Jan. 23: Report cards. Jan. 27 - 31: AMS Book Fair in the Library.
