News Archive 2011-12

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	Training helps teachers better understand negative effects of poverty Posted on 06/22/2012 Waco teachers learn about poverty from Ruby Payne more
	Exhibition features work by Waco ISD art teachers Posted on 06/19/2012 Teachers with an eye for art show their work in a public exhibition more
	Leadership changes at Waco ISD Posted on 06/14/2012 Administrative reassignments for the 2012-2013 school year. more
	Important information about STAAR and EOC test results Posted on 06/12/2012 This article and links further explain the state's newest assessment system for school accountability. more
	Valedictorians and Salutatorians 2012 Posted on 06/06/2012 Waco ISD features its top students from the graduating classes of 2012. more
	Imagination and talent displayed at GT Expo Posted on 06/05/2012 First annual GT Expo proves successful. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	District boasts top notch guidance counselor Posted on 06/05/2012 Sharon Hetherington is named "Guidance Counselor of the Year." more
	WCCPTA touts annual scholarship effort Posted on 05/29/2012 Organization raises more than $37K this year for graduating seniors. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	Mountainview hosts first PYP exhibition Posted on 05/23/2012 International Baccalaureate school puts student research on display. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	District names Principal of the Year Posted on 05/22/2012 J.H. Hines leader nabs prestigious award. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	Two students bound for National History Day Posted on 05/22/2012 National competition will feature students from Lake Air Intermediate and Waco High. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	School Board to discuss policy revisions Posted on 05/18/2012 Monthly business meeting of the School Board is May 24. more
	Schools receive Keep Waco Beautiful awards Posted on 05/16/2012 Waco ISD receives six awards at annual KWB banquet. more
	District names elementary Teacher of the Year Posted on 05/15/2012 Alta Vista kindergarten teacher is honored for excellence. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	Combined orchestra wins Sweepstakes Trophy Posted on 05/15/2012 Strings players from Lake Air and Tennyson win coveted prize. more
	Atkins re-elected to At-Large seat Posted on 05/12/2012 Current board president wins hotly contested race. more
	Waco ISD and Baylor University focus on iCivics education Posted on 05/12/2012 Justice Sandra Day O'Connor visits with students and teachers at Baylor University. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	District names Secondary Teacher of the Year Posted on 05/11/2012 Top secondary teacher award for 2011-2012 goes to Tennyson Middle School mathematics teacher. VIDEO INCLUDED more
	Adopt-A-School Announcement Posted on 05/08/2012 The words “Adopt – A – School" and "Partners in Education” mean businesses getting involved and sending resources to school districts. more
	A.J. Moore Academies earn "distinguished" designation Posted on 04/25/2012 Three academies have been honored by the National Academy Foundation. more
	Mountainview to host health and recreation fair Posted on 04/23/2012 Health and recreation fair promises activities for all ages more
	Baylor running back visits Brook Avenue Posted on 04/20/2012 Terrance Ganaway tells students "let your actions dictate who you are." more
	"Teacher of the Year" finalists announced Posted on 04/17/2012 The list has been narrowed to six. On Thursday, May 24, Waco ISD will name its "Teacher of the Year" at the elementary and secondary levels. more
	Waco High choirs garner sweepstakes awards Posted on 04/16/2012 Waco High men's, mixed, and non-varsity treble choirs bring home sweepstakes trophies from Harker Heights. more
	Jazz Cats outperform everyone in Austin Posted on 04/16/2012 Waco High's Jazz Cats blow away the competition at the Longhorn Jazz Festival. more
	Final push towards Tax Day Posted on 04/13/2012 A.J. Moore Academy students get encouragement and praise from their congressman more
	Schools schedule "Meet and Greet" nights Posted on 04/12/2012 Parents and students are encouraged to visit schools in May. more
	Waco High students host friends from Germany Posted on 04/12/2012 German American partnership in its 26th year at Waco High more
	Meeting set for parents living at Estella Maxey Posted on 04/09/2012 An informational meeting about school enrollment is planned for Estella Maxey residents. more
	Pre-k and kindergarten round-up 2012 Posted on 04/04/2012 Register your child for pre-k or kindergarten beginning May 7. more
	School Board approves new attendance zones Posted on 03/30/2012 Consolidating campuses to offset a reduction in state funding results in new attendance zones. more
	Magnet school application window extended Posted on 03/30/2012 Hillcrest PDS and Lake Air Montessori will accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year through April 20. more
	Jazz bands excel at Temple festival Posted on 03/29/2012 Waco High and Tennyson jazz bands shine at the Temple College Jazz Festival. more
	High school art students bring home the gold Posted on 03/27/2012 Painting their way to success at regional art competition more
	Making the Earth a little greener at Hillcrest PDS Posted on 03/27/2012 Celebrating Arbor Day a little early to beat the Texas heat more
	Future young chefs shine at culinary competition Posted on 03/27/2012 Area fourth- and fifth-graders go toque-to-toque more
	History Bee success for two Lake Air students Posted on 03/26/2012 Students advance to regional history bee competition more
	Waco ISD names deans of academies Posted on 03/23/2012 Two veteran educators will lead academies at Tennyson Middle and University High. more
	Tennyson Middle student qualifies for state science fair Posted on 03/22/2012 Student finds a unique use for duct tape more
	Income Tax help from A.J. Moore Academy Posted on 03/21/2012 Let students in the Academy of Finance assist you with your Income Taxes. more
	District to host collaborative meetings with private schools Posted on 03/20/2012 District to offer information regarding federal grants and entitlement opportunities more
	Student architects rise to the top Posted on 03/08/2012 University Middle School students design a school with lots of amenities. more
	Waco High teacher wins Educators Student Choice Award Posted on 03/06/2012 Waco High teacher receives student-nominated award more
	Waco ISD Purchasing Department wins state award Posted on 03/02/2012 District receives state award for fiscal responsibility more
	STARS receives donation from Hunger Coalition Posted on 03/01/2012 A generous gift will help provide students needed nutrition. more
	Waco ISD wins impressive award at conference Posted on 02/29/2012 Coordinator of Community Resources honored for her fundraising event. more
	Buick scholarship introduced at Waco High School Posted on 02/28/2012 An Adopt-A-School partner tells Waco High seniors about an opportunity for college money. more
	Reading books pays off for Cesar Chavez Middle students Posted on 02/28/2012 Cesar Chavez team wins regional competition. more
	Waco ISD to close nine campuses this year Posted on 02/24/2012 Nine Waco ISD buildings will close to offset a $3.4 million loss in state funding. more
	Waco High Skills USA team state bound Posted on 02/23/2012 Waco High students excel at Skills USA competition. more
	A.J. Moore Academy Steel Drums receive recognition at UIL competition Posted on 02/22/2012 Steel drums rock at UIL competition. more
	Waco High Band excels at UIL contest Posted on 02/22/2012 Fifteen students qualify for state solo and ensemble contest. more
	University High Band excellence Posted on 02/21/2012 UHS brings pride to the South side! more
	WHS Mock Trial team heading to state again Posted on 02/21/2012 Waco High School continues its dominance in local mock trial competition. more
	UHS to host area Student Councils Posted on 02/20/2012 University High School will be brimming with student leaders from throughout Central Texas on Feb. 22. more
	Tennyson trombonist makes region jazz band Posted on 02/14/2012 Kyle Anderson will play at the Temple Jazz Festival as a result of his showing at the Region 8 auditions. more
	Waco ISD dominates regional history fair Posted on 02/13/2012 Forty-one students will be heading to state competition after a dominating performance at Baylor University. more
	Manning seeks second term on board Posted on 02/10/2012 Norman Manning files for re-election to District 1 seat. more
	Pastor files for at-large board seat Posted on 02/09/2012 Nika Davis has entered the race for school board. more
	Tennyson student wins essay contest Posted on 02/09/2012 Skillful writing earns seventh-grade student $50 in essay contest. more
	Freelance writer praises music program Posted on 02/08/2012 A music program at Hillcrest PDS becomes an inspiration for a newspaper columnist. more
	Incumbents file for re-election to school board Posted on 02/06/2012 Alex Williams and Pat Atkins are seeking an additional term on the Waco ISD School Board. more
	Meetings about ATLAS middle school academy Posted on 02/06/2012 Parents of middle school Gifted & Talented students are encouraged to attend these meetings. more
	Waco ISD develops "wish list" to help campuses Posted on 02/06/2012 Learn how you can help our schools by donating goods and services. more
	Learning through art at Hillcrest PDS and South Waco Elementary Posted on 02/03/2012 Elementary students participate in art exchange through a traveling gallery. more
	Important meeting for parents of GT students on Feb. 6 Posted on 01/30/2012 Parents will receive on update on improvements to the Gifted & Talented program at Waco ISD. more
	Candidate filing for School Board begins Feb. 6 Posted on 01/24/2012 Three Waco ISD School Board seats are up for election this year. more
	Two WHS vocalists earn All-State honors Posted on 01/19/2012 Maya Davis and Matthew Reynolds are among the best teenage vocalists in Texas. more
	School closing forums audio and notes now available Posted on 01/18/2012 Click on this article to listen to and read comments from public forums about school closing options. more
	KWBU puts public forums on-the-air Posted on 01/17/2012 Public radio station KWBU-FM is airing the public forums on school closings that were audiotaped in early January. more
	H-E-B Celebrity Cook Off Posted on 01/06/2012 Tables are on sale now for the H-E-B Celebrity Cook Off, Friday, Feb. 17 more
	Waco ISD partners with Mexican Institute on computer classes Posted on 01/04/2012 Computer classes will enable parents to keep up with their child's progress in school. more
	Growing scientists at University Middle Posted on 12/19/2011 A science fair returns to University Middle School after a four-year hiatus. more
	Waco ISD joins lawsuit on school funding Posted on 12/16/2011 Waco ISD is joining a coalition of districts to challenge the school funding system. more
	School Board seeks input on school closing options Posted on 12/16/2011 Public forums and this website are among the ways the board is gathering feedback about closing schools. more
	Waco High musicians qualify for All-Region band Posted on 12/13/2011 Four instrumentalists advance to Area competition more
	Waco ISD students qualify as Commended Scholars Posted on 12/12/2011 Three Waco ISD students have been recognized in a national academic competition. more
	Waco High guitarist strumming his way to state Posted on 12/09/2011 Waco High jazz guitarist finishes among the best in the state. more
	Public forums on school closing proposals Posted on 12/05/2011 Waco ISD will hold five public forums in January about plans to close schools. more
	Waco ISD science and math teachers honored Posted on 12/05/2011 Ten Waco ISD science and math teachers have been recognized for training and mentoring. more
	Outstanding Teachers 2011-2012 to be honored Posted on 12/01/2011 Waco ISD will honor its 30 Outstanding Teachers at a special ceremony on December 1. more
	University students to fulfill Christmas wishes Posted on 12/01/2011 Soccer and JROTC students are continuing their community service work. more
	Mountainview recognized for student achievement Posted on 11/21/2011 Mountainview has been recognized as a higher performing school in Texas. more
	Hillcrest PDS students shine in Showtime Posted on 11/14/2011 For the 16th year, Hillcrest PDS has used a broadway-like theater production to enhance the study of writing, history, mathematics, reading, science, and fine arts. more
	Middle schoolers earn spots in Honor Bands Posted on 11/14/2011 Cesar Chavez, Tennyson, University and Brazos middle schools combined to capture 37 seats in the TMEA All-Region 8 auditions more
	Waco High senior honored for Philanthropy Posted on 11/04/2011 Chris Daughters, a senior at Waco High School, has been named Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy. more
	College Connection opens doors for Waco ISD students Posted on 11/01/2011 McLennan Community College is helping students navigate the college enrollment process. more
	Robot wars put student ingenuity to the test Posted on 11/01/2011 Heart of Texas BEST Robotics Challenge featured 26 schools in a head-to-head robotics competition. more
	University student earns chair in All-Region Orchestra Posted on 10/27/2011 University orchestra member Abel Maldonado won a chair in the 2011 TMEA All-Region Orchestra. more
	Lake Waco seeks playground grant Posted on 10/25/2011 Lake Waco Montessori is trying to win $50,000 from the Clorox Company to help build a playground that is accessible to all students. But the school needs your help! more
	Lion Pride scores another Division One in marching Posted on 10/24/2011 For the third consecutive year, the Waco High School Lion Pride Marching Band received straight Division One ratings from all three judges at the UIL Region 8 Class 4A marching contest. more
	Waco High jazz students set new record at All-Region Posted on 10/03/2011 Waco High Jazz musicians earn one-fourth of the region's chairs at All-Region jazz competition. more