Paraprofessionals are an integral part of the team here at Ingleside ISD, and April 6th is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. It’s a national day dedicated to our support staff (even though they deserve more than one day!) so we can celebrate them and their contributions to the classroom. Help us give a round of applause and show our appreciation to our dedicated IISD para's!
National School Librarian Day is observed on April 4th. The day is observed to recognize the professionals who keep school libraries well-stocked and the books in perfect order. As you can imagine, school librarians spend long hours keeping the library organized. Research shows positive correlations between school library programs and student achievement.
Let's show our appreciation for IISD Librarians who foster a love of reading among our students:
IPS - Jolene Hays
GJM - Amanda Rodriguez, Imelda Ramirez
LTMS - Margie Trevino
HS - Monica Ruff
National Assistant Principals Week is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. These dedicated folks work tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their Principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools and students. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
💟🔧👩🔧WOMEN IN INDUSTRY: Students at Ingleside High School attended the Women in Industry Conference and got to experience career exploration and workforce development. Overall they left being inspired and more educated about career opportunities available to them in the energy, construction and manufacturing industries.
Ingleside Primary School's PreK and Kindergarten Round-Up events will be held on Tuesday, April 18th for PreK and Thursday, April 20th for Kindergarten. Both events will be from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, located at IPS.
If your child was in PreK at IPS this year you do not need to attend the event. For any additional questions about PK & Kinder Round Up, please call the 361.776.3060 for details.
SUPPORT FOR THE MUSTANG SMOKESHOW: Thankful for community partners, who support & give back to our students so they can pursue their interests and represent their school with pride. Enbridge and SR Trident, INC came together to provide funding so the BBQ Team can purchase their own trailer. This will help transport their BBQ pit and supplies needed for the State BBQ Competition in May. Thank you for supporting to ensure our students are Ingleside Prepared, World Ready!
Ingleside High School Senior, Ariana Martinez, had no idea that she was going to be awarded with the Impact Scholarship, from the University of Texas at Austin in the amount of $48,000. Ariana was completely surprised with a check presentation and celebrated by her family, friends, district officials, and representatives from the The University of Texas at Austin , as this life-changing opportunity was with her at school today. IHS Administration confirmed that Ariana is the only student in the history of Ingleside High School to have ever received this award! Way to go Ariana, your future is so bright! We know you're Ingleside Prepared, World Ready!
SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATION: Join the Special Education Department on Tuesday, March 28th at 5:30 PM for a meeting with parents of students with Dyslexia and related disorders, located at the Administration Building. We invite you to meet the staff who are working with your child and to learn more about the program. A general overview of dyslexia and related disorders will be discussed. All lISD parents are welcome to attend.
Congratulations to our very own, Dr. Lynne Porter and Karen Mircovich! The Education Service Center, Region 2, is honoring the 2023 Outstanding Women in Education who were selected for the incredible work and impact they contribute to the field of education. Congratulations on this honor and thank you for your service! #WomenInEducation #ESC2 #2023WIE #leadingladies
The redesign of STAAR and the requirement for students to take the state summative test can stimulate many questions or concerns with parents. Below is information we hope parents will find helpful prior to the spring test administration of STAAR that begins in April.
REMINDER: Classes resume tomorrow, March 21st. See you in the morning, Mustangs!
So proud of the Ingleside High School welding students! They placed 1st place on their project in the Build to Specification category in the Industrial Craft Competition at the Houston Livestock Show! The boys are instructed by Mr. Donald Murphey. Thank you to Turner Industries for their support and mentorship with our students.
Happy St. Patrick's Day, Mustangs! 💚 Will you be wearing green today?
Don't forget to 'Spring Forward', Mustangs! Move your clocks forward one hour.
🌴🌊🕶️🌸SPRING BREAK is finally here! Time to kick back, relax, and soak up the ☀️!
Wishing all students and staff a safe and restful Spring Break. We'll see our Mustangs back in classes on Tuesday, March 21st.
Students from Gilbert J. Mircovich Elementary submitted entries to the 2023 San Patricio Soil & Water Conservation District of posters and essays, and won fourteen awards that placed in the contest! Winners were selected and presented with their awards, some even earning cash prizes. Students will be honored at the 2023 banquet hosted by the Soil & Water Conservation District in April. Very proud of their work! That's the GJM way! Help us congratulate the following students:
🎨2-3 Grade Poster Winner
Renly Durbin- 1st Place
🎨4th-5th Grade Poster Winners
William Beltran- 1st Place
Carla Cortez Quintero - 2nd Place
Jeslyn Salinas- 3rd Place
Leonel Mancha- 4th Place
Elianah Garcia - 5th Place
📄2nd-3rd Grade Essay Winners
1st Place- Alvin Lawrence
Renly Durbin- 2nd Place
Aviana Medellin- 3rd Place
📄4th-6th Grade Essay Winners
Carla Cortez Quintero- 1st Place
Leonel Mancha- 2nd Place
Evan Davila- 3rd Place
William Beltran- 4th Place
Easton Garcia- 5th Place
Students who have gone on to the area contest for the next round of judging include:
Renly Durbin
William Beltran
Alvin Lawrence
Carla Quintero
FAMILY MATTERS: For the month of March, Chanci Shugart, of Ingleside Primary School was selected for the Family Matters Award!
She was recognized during our School Board Meeting, where she was celebrated for her outstanding efforts. She was also awarded $100 from the Ingleside ISD Education Foundation. Below is an excerpt from the nomination that was submitted on her behalf by a parent.
"This nomination is for an educator that has made such a difference with a child. Mrs. Shugart has completely changed my son’s relationship with school. She noticed signs of Dyslexia and has seen me through as a parent, and has been instrumental in getting him tested and receiving a 504 status, which has made an impact on his overall education that will help him be successful as a student, as well as later in life. Most importantly, under Mrs. Shugart, my son has made vast improvements, and has gone from being a 'getting a phone call home every day for behavior problems" student to a checkmark + student– (most days). You can really tell that Mrs. Shugart loves her students and works very diligently to make sure they are the best versions of themselves. We are forever indebted to her."
We encourage you that if you witness an employee who goes above and beyond and demonstrates actions or qualities that are worthy of celebrating, to tell their story and help us recognize them! The nomination form is located on our website under the 'About Us' section of the Menu. To learn more about the Family Matters Award, visit www.inglesideisd.org
Way to go, Ms. Shugart! We are so glad you're part of the family at Ingleside ISD.
DIAGNOSTICIAN'S WEEK: Educational Diagnosticians are certified professionals with skills in identifying learning disorders. In recognition of the critical role that these individuals play in providing all students with a high-quality education, we celebrate their work during “Educational Diagnosticians’ Week” in the state of Texas. Join us in honoring the amazing team of Diagnostician's from the Special Education Department at Ingleside ISD! 👏
🔧🧰WE 💙 OUR MAINTENANCE STAFF: On the surface, maintenance work may seem like a behind the scenes kind of business. In reality, it is one most essential to the operations of Ingleside ISD schools that keeps all facilities running smoothly and working properly.
IISD Maintenance workers ensure students are met with properly functioning buses, A/C, and plumbing each morning and throughout the school day — they keep our buildings, vehicles, and equipment in tip-top shape and they provide an overall clean building in and around our schools.
Today we show our appreciation for the District's diligent, hard-working staff on Saturday, March 4 — National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day. 👏
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS 🎂💙❤️: Students at Ingleside Primary School had special guest readers in their classrooms from the Ingleside Police Department, Tri County EMS, the Port of Corpus Christi, and various community members to help celebrate #readacrossamerica day. Reading books aloud to children stimulates their imagination and expands their understanding of the world. A special thank you to these volunteers for giving their time and spending it with our students!
Dr. Seuss says it best, "It's fun to have fun, but you have to know how!" How are you celebrating Read Across America Day? 📚
