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2020-2021 Back-to-School Update
Under current state recommendations, the district plans to provide both in-person or remote learning options for families. Additional support for the social and emotional needs for students and staff will be available through each option. Click on the link above for additional information.
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Veteran educator selected to lead Ranger Nation
EMS ISD welcomes Winston McCowan, Jr., as the new principal of Chisholm Trail HS.
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Two EMS ISD Educators Honored With Building Dedications
Ceremonies For The Jared Hardy Performing Arts Center at Chisholm Trail High School and the Terry Parrish Band Hall at Wayside Middle School will be held in the fall.
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EMS ISD is Jazzed About Educators in 2020
District honors employees celebrating milestone years of service, retirees, and Employees of the Year.
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Rock Registration for the 2020-2021 School Year
Students may begin registering for the new school year online April 23 at www.emsisd.com/register. It’s roundup time for future Pre-K and kindergarten scholars, too!
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District Athletics Department Releases Plan Allowing In-Person Student Workouts, Training
Plan currently applies to high school athletes only and participation is voluntary.
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Celebrating the Class of 2020
View Saturday, May 30, ceremonies on this page. EMS ISD graduates have received scholarships and awards totaling more than $15 million and have been accepted to nearly 150 colleges and universities as well as military service and the workforce.
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Twelve Hollenstein Students Will Represent US in International Space Settlement Design Competition Finals
Half of the team representing the US comprises EMS ISD scholars.
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EMS ISD Coronavirus Resources Hub
Visit this page to access district communication regarding closures, health and safety tips, and resources.
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EMS ISD Athletes Sign to Play Collegiate Sports
2020 senior athletes will play for the University of Texas at Austin, the University of North Texas, McMurry University and more.
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EMS ISD Provides Summer Meals to Community
Any child 18 years of age or younger can continue to pick up free breakfast and/or lunch. Registration or proof of age and income are not required. Click the headline above for locations and times.
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Join EMS ISD in Celebrating Seniors Committed to Fine Arts Studies
Twenty seniors will study art, music, dance, or theatre at a college or university in the fall. Watch the video to learn where they will attend. We are #EMSproud!
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EMS ISD Presents the District Fine Arts Fair Virtually
Attend the Virtual Arts Fair 2020 now! Browse through work compiled from middle and high school students across the district, including scholarship recipients and contenders for state-level awards.
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Saginaw HS journalism students receive national, state honors
Saginaw HS journalism students were inducted into the NSPA 2020 Journalism Honor Roll and earned four Yearbook Individual Achievement Awards from ILPC.
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EMS ISD Launches Health and Wellness Virtual Fair
Learn how to stay healthy, ward off stress, and cope with the effects of COVID-19 through this inaugural fair. Get a head start on planning for summer activities, too. Be sure to share this helpful resource on social media!
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BHS Seniors Earn Recognition for Mental Health PSA
Twin sisters Cori and Brooke Biber earned third place in the mental health category of Tarrant County Public Health’s Teen VideoFest 2020.
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Familiar face to lead Marine Creek Middle School
Ron Gatlin, current Chisholm Trail High School Assistant Principal, has been selected as the new principal of Marine Creek Middle School.
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Saginaw HS Boys Gymnastics Team Finishes Season Ranked No. 1
The Texas High School Gymnastics Association officially ranked the Rough Riders first for the season. The undefeated team was unable to compete in the state championships that were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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EMS ISD will celebrate the Class of 2020 in an open-air celebration
Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2020 for Boswell, Chisholm Trail, Saginaw, and Watson high schools will be May 30 at the CTHS Stadium. Please click the headline to read more about event restrictions, requirements, and FAQs.
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CTHS Sophomore Becomes State Champion Designer
William Pemberton takes first place in the 2020 UIL Theatrical Design Contest, Division II, for his sustainable designs.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
EMS Counselors offer helpful resources and support to help families cope with mental health and added stress due to COVID-19 and extend an invitation to a virtual Mental Health and Wellness Fair.
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CTHS Senior Earns Junior Achievement Award
Maya Stevens receives recognition for her business Monarch Calendars. The calendar helps users set reminders, track habits and mood, and achieve goals.
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Celebrate School Nurses May 6
This group continues to serve students and staff throughout the extended closure. Join EMS ISD in honoring these heroes on social media with #ThankANurse.
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Meet EMS ISD's 2020 Valedictorians and Salutatorians
Congratulations to the Saginaw, Boswell, and Chisholm Trail High School Valedictorians and Salutatorians! We are #emsproud of each of you and your commitment and dedication to academic success!
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Send a digital care package to an EMS ISD Teacher
May 4-8 is National Teacher Appreciation Week and we are #EMSproud of our nearly 2,000 educators who are bringing learning online to students each week. Send them a digital care package to thank them for their dedication!
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Three EMS ISD students advance to National FCCLA Competition
Three EMS ISD Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students are advancing to the FCCLA national contest to be held virtually July 7-9 after placing first at state.
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District Employees of the Year Announced
Congratulations to the five employees of the year, who were surprised with the good news in a front-lawn announcement at their homes on April 29.
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Emergency and CPR Training Available to Families
Help your child learn how to handle an emergency, begin CPR, use an AED machine, and memorize emergency numbers.
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Veteran Educator Named Willow Creek Elementary School Principal
Stacie Witt brings 23 years of experience to the position, and she's served in a variety of leadership roles in the education field. She will join WCES in June.
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Distance Learning Extended to End of School Year
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD buildings will be closed to the public through the end of the school year per order of Gov. Greg Abbott. Classes will continue for students through the distance learning program.
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Dear #EMScommUNITY: If These Walls Could Talk
This video is a message from our EMS ISD staff to our students and their families. We want you to know how much we miss you, and how ready we will be to see you again!
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Greenfield Elementary's Blessings Box Provides to Those in Need
The Blessings Box sits just outside the campus’ front doors and is open to anyone day or night. Students, staff, and the community are working together to supply the closet during the coronavirus outbreak.
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District IT Department Offers Distance Learning Help
For technology troubleshooting during distance learning, contact the EMS ISD Help Desk at 817-847-2990 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm weekdays. Click on the image above for additional Distance Learning FAQs.
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EMS ISD Earns Award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation
For the seventh year in a row, the district is recognized as a community offering support of music education.
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EMS ISD Offers Support to Students, Families During COVID-19 Outbreak
From meals to lessons to community service, district staff has worked tirelessly to continue to provide the same level of opportunities and support to students and families. Even though campuses are closed, school is still in session. Read more about district efforts in this article.
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Child Nutrition Department supervisor completes TASN Administrative Academy
Adam Whitten, Child Nutrition Department Supervisor, has completed the TASN Administrative Academy and earned the highest level of certification.
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EMS ISD Interim Grading Regulations Available
District officials have created the EMS ISD Interim Grading Regulations to be followed for the 2019-2020 spring semester. Click on the image above to learn more or visit emsisd.com/emsdistancelearning.
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District Launches EMS Distance Learning Website
District officials have created the EMS Distance Learning Plan. Visit this site to receive weekly learning guidelines for your child's grade level and content. New learning resources and guidelines for all grade levels and subjects will be posted each week.
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District Offering Grab-and-Go Meals
EMS ISD Child Nutrition will be serving “grab and go” meals for students 18 and younger throughout the closure. Meal bags will be served as a curb-side pickup at Northbrook Elementary, Gililland Elementary, Saginaw Elementary, Dozier Elementary, Marine Creek Middle School and Highland Middle School. Breakfast bags and lunch bags will be served from 11 am-1 pm weekdays.
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New Principal named to lead Saginaw HS
EMS ISD welcomes Dr. Cynthia Webber to the Rough Rider family. She will begin serving for the 2020-2021 school year.
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Proms, Graduations Remain on Schedule
Campuses plan back-up dates for prom and graduation.
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EMS ISD Athletics Celebrates Newest Hall of Fame Inductees
Four Boswell High School alumni were celebrated at the Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet for the Class of 2020 on February 29. The honorees, many multi-sport athletes, graduated from the Class of 1968 to 2005.
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2018-2019 AVID Seniors Outperform National Averages
Recent data shows that 2018-2019 seniors enrolled in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program applied and were accepted into 4-year universities, took advanced testing, and met college entrance requirements above national averages.
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EMS PROUD: EMS ISD's Community Magazine, Spring/Summer 2020
EMS ISD's community magazine, EMS PROUD, features news about the school district, the City of Blue Mound, the City of Fort Worth, the City of Saginaw, Tarrant County and the EMS Education Foundation.
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Northbrook Elementary surprises teacher deploying to Afghanistan
More than 500 Northbrook Elementary students and staff and district leaders assembled to celebrate fifth-grade teacher Maria Torres, a Tech. Sgt. in the Air Force Reserves.
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Wrestlers take top honors at state
The group of seniors finished in the top 16 at the UIL 5A State Wrestling Championships held February 21-22.
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Three student businesses named "Company of the Year" contenders
Crown Footwear, Monarch Calendars, and Uplift Jewels placed in the top 10 at the Junior Achievement of Chisholm Trail’s Company Program Trade Fair on February 15 and will compete March 18 to be named Company of the Year.
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EMS ISD Communications Department earns state awards
The Communications and Marketing Department was recognized with 14 state awards, including a best of category, during the annual state conference of school public relations professionals.
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Creekview Middle School wins district UIL academic competition
More than 500 students participated in the competition.
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Boswell junior takes second at state swimming meet
Seasoned swimmer Hunter Boniface breaks school and personal records at the Austin meet.
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Calling all EMS ISD parents!
The annual District and School Climate Survey for Parents is underway and we want to hear from you. A few minutes can make a big impact on decisions for our schools and programs!
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Boswell student earns top award for visual arts
Congratulations to junior Madeline Smith for earning a Gold Key award presented by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. Her winning piece now will be considered for a national award.
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Work underway on next phase of district strategic planning
EMS ISD is working with the community to develop the next phase of its strategic plan, called Aspire 2025. This plan involves feedback and contributions from more than 200 students, staff, parents, and community members.
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National Signing Day: 25 EMS ISD athletes sign to play collegiate sports
The EMS ISD Athletic Department hosted National Signing Day at all three high schools for athletes who have signed intentions to compete at the collegiate level.
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Saginaw ES welcomes familiar face as Principal
Assistant Principal Melissa Curtis has been selected as the new Principal of Saginaw Elementary. She will begin transitioning to her new role this month.
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EMS ISD hosts first Spanish Spelling Bee
EMS ISD hosted its first districtwide Spanish spelling bee on February 3, 2020. The top three finalists now advance to the regional contest.
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Seven EMS ISD students place in Lions Club District 2E2 Drug Awareness Poster Contest
EMS ISD students placed in the Lions Club International District 2E2 Drug Awareness Youth Poster Contest showing the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.
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Inclement weather 'need to knows'
Watch for text messaging, social media, and web notices for important updates regarding school and activities in the event of winter weather.
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Students honored in PTA Council Reflections Art Contest
A total of 70 trophies were awarded to students in grades K-5 for their winning entries illustrating the theme, "Look Within."
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Effie Center After Hours program expands to Chisholm Trail HS
The Effie Center After Hours program now covers all three comprehensive high schools providing teens with a free and safe place to hang out and connect with friends after school.
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STEM Showcase 2020 gets bigger and better
The next generation of STEM leaders are developing a passion for STEM careers as the STEM showcase continues to grow.
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Winners announced for the first-ever EMS ISD Poetry Slam
We are #EMSproud of students Corrine Kested and Gavin Trevino, who earned top honors for their award-winning poetry writing.
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Saginaw HS principal announces retirement
Karen Pressley will retire at the end of the current school year after 35 years of service in education.
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High school band students achieve prestigious individual honors
Three EMS ISD high school band students were selected to perform in the Texas 5A All-State Band and one student was selected to perform in a national ensemble, Honor Band of America.
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District-wide STEM Showcase Set for January 23, 2020 at HCTC.
Celebrate EMS ISD STEM culture. Students of all ages will display their creative problem solving and critical thinking projects.
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January is School Board Recognition Month
Each year, the Governor and the Texas Association of School Boards designate January as School Board Recognition Month. This year’s theme is “Launching the Next Generation.”
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Nearly 500 attend EMS ISD's Holiday Open House
Welcoming nearly 500 guests throughout the day, EMS ISD hosted its Holiday Open House on December 13 at the district administrative offices. The event was open to staff, parents, and the community. Student fine arts performances were scheduled throughout the day and holiday refreshments were provided by EMS ISD employees.
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Veteran leader named as principal of Copper Creek Elementary School
Saginaw ES Principal Amber Beene has been selected to lead the district's 16th elementary campus, which is set to open in August 2020.
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Saginaw HS Life Skills classes awarded Community Grant from Walmart
Saginaw High School received a $250 Community Grant from Walmart to benefit the Life Skills classes.
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Board Approves 2020-2021 School Calendar
The first day of classes for students for the 2020-2021 school year will be Tuesday, August 18, 2020, according to the 2020-2021 Instructional Calendar approved by the Board of Trustees during the December 16 regular meeting.
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SHS senior receives full scholarship to Princeton University
Janice Kankalongo, a senior at Saginaw High School, has received a full-ride scholarship to Princeton University. Click here to read more.
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CTHS coach named 2019 SEC Legend
Barrin Simpson, Chisholm Trail High School Defensive Coordinator and AVID teacher, has been announced as part of the 2019 Southeastern Conference Football Legends class. He will be honored at the SEC Legends Dinner and recognized at the SEC Football Championship Game.
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Thank you Veterans!
Students and staff of EMS ISD honored veterans on Friday, November 8, and Monday November 11, 2019. We thank all veterans for their service. Another big thank you for all those veterans who shared their time and experience with our students.
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EMS ISD to welcome new Chief Financial Officer
School finance leader Robb Welch will join EMS ISD in January as CFO. He replaces Jim Schiele, who is retiring after serving 12 years in district and 22 years in public education.
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Child Nutrition Director recognized with prestigious FAME Award
EMS ISD Director of Child Nutrition, Aaron Wylie, is the recipient of the 2020 Foodservice Achievement Management Excellence (FAME) Silver Leadership Award.
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SHS Senior Named Jostens Renaissance Student of the Month for November 2019
Congratulations, Alexis Ward! We are #emsproud of your service to your school and your community! Read more about this exceptional student and her efforts within the Renaissance program.
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Honor a Veteran through Wreaths Across America
The Eagle Mountain Elementary Holiday Service Project will once again support Wreaths Across America, an organization that lays wreaths on the graves of our fallen heroes. You can support this project by sponsoring a wreath today!
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HCTC A/V Technology students produce Economic Development video recognized at international conference
Audio and Video Technology students from the Hollenstein Career and Technology Center filmed and produced a marketing video for the City of Saginaw that was awarded an International Economic Development Council's 2019 Bronze Award.
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EMS ISD celebrates National Red Ribbon Week
Campuses across the district celebrated National Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31, with special events and activities to highlight the importance of a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.
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Field named for first SHS principal
EMS ISD dedicated the competition field at Rough Rider Stadium for the original SHS Rough Rider, Ric Canterbury. He was honored at a ceremony on October 16.
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October 14-18 is National School Lunch Week!
October 14-18 is National School Lunch Week and our school cafeterias are celebrating by highlighting Texas-grown and local products. Look for special Super Hero menu items this week and "Save the Day with a Healthy School Lunch!"
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Parent University returns for a second year!
EMS ISD is proud to announce Parent University has now expanded to Northbrook, Greenfield, and High Country, with the addition of a Bilingual Parent Academy at Gililland. It's not too late to sign up!
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EMS ISD gives thanks to Gold Card Members
Food, entertainment, information and friendship shared by a record crowd at the 2019 Gold Card Luncheon.
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Culinary arts students claim People's Choice 1st Place Restaurant at Taste of Northwest
EMS ISD competed in, provided entertainment for, and showcased district learning opportunities at Community Link's Taste of Northwest on September 26.
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Six named 2020 National Merit Commended Students
EMS ISD is proud to announce six Commended Students in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program, an honor bestowed on less than 4% of those who entered the competition.
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Registration is now open for the 2019 World Language Academy!
Interested in learning a second or third language? The 2019 World Language Academy kicks off with orientation on September 30 and the fall session's first class begins on October 7.
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EMS ISD celebrates AP Capstone Diploma recipients
In EMS ISD’s first year of offering an AP Research class, five Boswell High School students earned the Advanced Placement Capstone Diploma for the 2018-19 school year.
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EMS PROUD: EMS ISD's Community Magazine, Fall/Winter 2019
EMS ISD's community magazine, EMS PROUD, features news about the school district, the City of Blue Mound, the City of Fort Worth, the City of Saginaw, and the EMS Education Foundation.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide is the third leading cause of death in adolescents. In EMS ISD, we train our staff to identify students who may be at risk for suicide, refer students to counselors, and work with parents to provide support for students.
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Board honors VLK Architects through statewide school business partner program
EMS ISD has worked closely with the VLK team over the years to plan and prepare for continued enrollment growth in our district and community.
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First day of school in EMS ISD 2019
EMS ISD welcomed nearly 20,000 students for the first day of classes on August 19, 2019, and families shared their first-day photos with the district.
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EMS ISD welcomes new faces in assistant principal roles
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD is pleased to announce new assistant principals at several of our elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
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TEA ratings announced, EMS ISD celebrates what makes our schools great
The Texas Education Agency released district and campus ratings on August 15. EMS ISD earned a high B rating and asks the community to share what they love about our schools.
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HCTC Education and Training student, Boswell senior Maddy Carter, takes first in the nation
HCTC and Boswell senior Maddy Carter received the first highest score at the national FCCLA competition in California with her project, Connect 4 Learning.
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'The EMS ISD Difference' debuts at Convocation 2019
More than 2,500 EMS ISD employees gather to celebrate the start of the 2019-2020 school year.
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Teachers and staff support community business partners at annual EMS ISD Community Business Fair
Teachers, administrators, and staff gathered for the EMS ISD Community Business Fair on August 12 to support 45 community partners.
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Marine Creek Middle School dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony
EMS ISD celebrated the opening of its sixth middle school with a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, August 5.
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Boswell Principal named President of Texas Association of Secondary School Principals
Nika Davis, Boswell High School Principal, was named President of the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP).
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EMS ISD Communications earns national awards
The EMS ISD Communications department was honored with six national awards through the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).
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EMS ISD welcomes new principal of Wayside Middle School
John Fahey, Academic Principal at Boswell HS, has been named Principal of Wayside Middle School. He will transition to his new role this summer.
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EMS ISD welcomes new Chisholm Ridge ES Principal
Experienced educator Krystle Green has been selected to lead Chisholm Ridge Elementary School. She will take over for Susan Cook, who is moving to Central Administration to serve as the district’s Elementary Science Coordinator.
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Familiar face in EMS ISD to lead Dozier Elementary
Rachel Bradley, Assistant Principal for Saginaw Elementary, has been named Principal of Dozier Elementary for the 2019-2020 school year. She will take over for Beth Epps who is moving to Central Administration.
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Meet EMS ISD's 2019 Valedictorians and Salutatorians
Congratulations to the Saginaw, Boswell, and Chisholm Trail High School Valedictorians and Salutatorians! Each of these students took center stage during commencement ceremonies on May 31 to commemorate their achievements.
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Veteran campus leader selected for district director role
Beth Epps, currently serving as Principal of Dozier Elementary, has been selected to lead implementation of tiered support strategies and interventions for students as the new Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
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Spring Signing Day: 24 EMS ISD athletes sign to play collegiate sports
The EMS ISD Athletic Department hosted National Spring Signing Day at all three high schools for athletes who have signed intentions to continue at the collegiate level.
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Class of 2019 takes the stage
Congratulations to this year’s graduating seniors! Can't make to graduation? No worries! All graduation ceremonies will be live streamed. Click the headline above to read more about the Class of 2019's achievements and the live stream links.
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Familiar face to lead Greenfield Elementary
Kelly Ramsey, Assistant Principal for Greenfield Elementary, has been named Principal for the 2019-2020 school year. She will take over for Cathe Bragg who announced her retirement earlier this year.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
According to a survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 1 in 5 US citizens has a diagnosed mental health disorder and only 40% get treatment. Click to browse helpful resources to help you support a healthy mind and body.
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Boswell HS art teachers' artworks included in national exhibit
Boswell High School art teachers Amy Jenkins and Kristina Brown's artworks were selected for the 2019 National Art Education Association (NAEA) Member Exhibition to be displayed in the NAEA Virtual Gallery.
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CTHS Fine Arts Signing Day: 17 students sign intentions to continue Fine Arts in college
Chisholm Trail High School hosted its inaugural Fine Arts Signing Day on Thursday morning, May 23, for 17 students who have signed intentions to continue in the Visual and Performing Arts in college.
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BHS Fine Arts Signing Day: 32 students sign intentions to continue Fine Arts in college
Boswell High School hosted its inaugural Fine Arts Signing Day for 32 students who have signed collegiate intentions to continue in the Visual and Performing Arts.
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Chisholm Trail Track and Field athletes bring home State medals
The Chisholm Trail High School girls 4 X 100m relay team, a girls 100m and 200m runner, and a boys hurdle runner medalled at the UIL 5A State Track and Field meet.
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Chisholm Trail Anglers advance to State Championships
Chisholm Trail High School Anglers Olivia Devore and Lucas Rhodes qualified for the Texas High School Bass Association State Championship tournament at Cedar Creek Lake.
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Votes tallied in May 2019 Board Election
Tim Daughtrey, William Boaz, and Steven G. Newcom were elected to the EMS ISD Board of Education by a majority vote. Click the headline to see the vote tallies.
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SHS Fine Arts Signing Day: 17 students announce intentions to enroll in collegiate fine arts programs
Saginaw High School hosted its inaugural Fine Arts Signing Day for 17 students who have announced their intentions to continue in the Visual and Performing Arts beyond graduation.
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Saginaw boys gymnastics back-to-back State Champions; Boswell senior four-time Uneven Bar State Champion
The Saginaw High School boys gymnastics team claimed the State Champion title for the second year in a row and Boswell senior Julia Newell became a four-time State Champion in Uneven Bars.
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Two FCCLA students advance to National contest
Boswell High School junior Maddy Carter and sophomore Megan Espinoza will compete at the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America National contest in Anaheim, Calif.
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Online Registration for 2019-2020 NOW OPEN
Parents of returning students, please log in to Family Access and complete the fast and simple Returning Student Verification process before May 30. Parents of new students to EMS ISD (including kindergarten), click the headline to review our New Student Enrollment procedures.
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10 HCTC students advance to SkillsUSA National Contest
Hollenstein Career and Technology Center students bring home 21 SkillsUSA State medals with 10 students advancing to the National Contest in June.
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You're invited to an Evening with the Experts
Join us for an Evening with the Experts, a district-wide open house featuring AP Capstone, GT Humanities, and PACE students' research-based projects and products, on Tuesday, April 30, from 6-7:30 pm at Chisholm Trail High School.
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4th Annual District Reading Festival on May 21
EMS ISD Pre-K and elementary families are invited to the Fourth Annual District Reading Festival on May 21 from 5-6:30 pm at Boswell, Chisholm Trail, and Saginaw high schools. Click headline for flyer.
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SHS men's gymnastics coach checks off a bucket list item
Saginaw High School men's gymnastics coach Eric Briley traveled to Champaign, Illinois to judge the 2019 NCAA Men’s Gymnastics Championships.
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Hafley Development Center announces well-known AP to assume Principal role
Hafley Development Center Assistant Principal Stacey DeHoyos has been named the new Principal for the 2019-2020 school year.
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New leadership announced for Elkins Elementary
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD is pleased to announce that RandiAnn Cowden has been named the new principal of Elkins Elementary School for the 2019-2020 school year.
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EMS ISD high school bands take Sweepstakes honors at UIL Contest
Bands from Boswell, Chisholm Trail, and Saginaw High Schools ALL earned overall first divisions at the UIL Region 30 North Zone High School Band Contest.
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2019 Employee Services Awards Luncheon
EMS ISD celebrated district employees with 20 or more years of services, retirees, and employees of the year with a garden party luncheon!
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EMS ISD Child Care celebrates Week of the Young Child
EMS ISD celebrated Week of the Young Child 2019 with activities to commemorate that early childhood and support from our community ROCK!
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HCTC Aerospace student named U.S. Champion at Space Settlement Design Competition
HCTC Aerospace student, Chisholm Trail senior Isaiah Camareno, led his team in winning the U.S. Championship at the 21st annual Space Settlement Design Competition at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.
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SHS student appointed to United States Air Force Academy
Congratulations to Saginaw High School senior Lisa McCormick for being appointed to the United States Air Force Academy.
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National Library Week 2019
Libraries strengthen their communities: celebrate National Library Week April 7-13!
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New leadership announced for Bryson Elementary
Veteran educator Jennifer Gillard got her start teaching at Bryson and now has been named the new Principal beginning with the 2019-2020 school year.
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CTHS student & SHS staff member honored by Jostens Renaissance
Congratulations, Kaiden Cassano, National Student of the Month, and Mrs. Chelsea Shields, National Staffulty Member of the Month! We are #emsproud of your service to your school and your community!
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Familiar face to lead Northbrook Elementary
Assistant Principal Maggie Highlen has been named the new Principal of Northbrook for the 2019-2020 school year.
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EMS ISD students earn honors in Congressional Art Competition
Congratulations to CTHS seniors Adrienne Grimes and Lucas Ringo and BHS sophomore Kaylee Meyer for placing in the 2019 Congressional Art Competition.
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EMI color guard brings home championship title
Eagle Mountain Independent won their first division championship title at the 2019 North Texas Color Guard Association Circuit Championships.
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CTHS Student Earns TCU STEM Scholarship
Chisholm Trail High School senior Robert Molina has received a $275,000 TCU STEM Scholarship. Molina is one of eight students nationwide to receive this scholarship.
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EMS ISD celebrates National Merit Scholarship Finalist
EMS ISD is proud to recognize Saginaw High School senior Stephen Le for being named a 2019 National Merit Scholar Finalist.
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Two EMS elementary schools advance to Destination Imagination State competition
Teams from Willow Creek Elementary and Remington Point Elementary competed at the Destination Imagination State Tournament in Corpus Christi on March 23.
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2019-2020 incoming sixth-grader band instrument selection dates
2019-2020 incoming sixth-grade students interested in joining band should attend the band instrument selection date for their middle school.
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2019-2020 Middle School Attendance Zones
Middle school parents and students, click the headline to find your assigned middle school for the 2019-2020 school year.
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EMS PROUD: EMS ISD's Community Magazine, Spring/Summer 2019
EMS ISD's community magazine, EMS PROUD, features news about the school district, the City of Blue Mound, the City of Fort Worth, the City of Saginaw, the Saginaw Area Chamber of Commerce, and the EMS Education Foundation.
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AFJROTC Cadets participate in Bataan Memorial Death March
Five EMS ISD AFJROTC Cadets participated in the 30th annual Bataan Memorial Death March on March 17 at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
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FFA show of success at Tarrant County Junior Livestock Show
Students from the Boswell, Saginaw, and Chisholm Trail Future Farmers of America (FFA) participated in the Tarrant County Junior Livestock Show with several placing in weight or breed class.
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Former Boswell High School teacher honored for her significant contributions to students, school district
The Board of Education dedicated the Boswell High School courtyard on March 7 in honor of former teacher Sharon Young.
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Trending Topics: Internet Safety
Great tools for parents to open the lines of communication with your children about online "challenges" and other questionable content to avoid on the internet.
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Celebrate Texas Public Schools Week
March 4-8 is Celebrate Texas Public Schools Week in EMS ISD! Special activities and celebrations, including Open House Nights at elementary and middle schools, are scheduled across our campuses during this week.
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Middle School Personalized Course Selection
Parents/guardians of current and incoming middle school students are invited to attend upcoming parent meetings regarding the personalized course selection process.
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Parents: Your opinions needed on annual climate survey
We want to hear from you! All EMS ISD parents are encouraged to share feedback about their schools and district on the annual survey. All results are anonymous and confidential.
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Students from SHS and CTHS advance to state HOSA competition
Twelve students will represent Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD at the state Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA) competition in San Antonio later this month.
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EMS ISD Communications department earns state awards
The EMS ISD Communications department was honored with twelve state awards during the annual conference of the Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA).
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EMS ISD seeks host families for German exchange students
These students will stay with local families and attend school with their host brothers/sisters. Students who host will have first choice status for the return exchange to Winterberg in Summer 2020!
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New leadership announced for EWMS
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD is pleased to announce Brian Booker will serve as principal of Ed Willkie Middle School.
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Emerging entrepreneurs advance to state competition
Boswell High School DECA students take district by storm with nine advancing to the state competition next week!
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HCTC students advance to Texas Public Service Association state competition
HCTC Law Enforcement, Court Systems, and Forensic Science students, representing all four EMS ISD high schools, advance to state after top scores earned at regional competition.
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National Signing Day: 24 EMS ISD athletes sign to play collegiate sports
The EMS ISD Athletic Department hosted National Signing Day at all three comprehensive high schools in the district on Wednesday, February 6.
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Color Guard wins WGI Dallas Regional Championship
Eagle Mountain Independent, made up of students from Boswell, Chisholm Trail, and Saginaw High Schools, is currently ranked 1st in the state and 6th in the nation!
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EMS ISD leaders honored by Saginaw Area Chamber of Commerce
The Saginaw Area Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Dr. Heather Hughes, Special Programs Executive Director, and Dick Elkins, School Board Member, with awards for Educator of the Year and Public Servant of the Year.
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Lake Pointe Elementary chosen as a 2019 ICLE Model School
Lake Pointe Elementary School has been chosen as a 2019 Model School by the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) for standing out as an exemplary leader among hundreds of other campuses from districts across the country.
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CTHS Student selected as Texas All-State Musician
Benjamin Simmons, a member of the Chisholm Trail High School Band, will perform with the Texas All-State 5A Symphonic Band in San Antonio.
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Greenfield Elementary, EMS ISD featured in the news for participation in LiiNK program
NBC 5's Wayne Carter checks out how the LiiNK program is leading to academic success in EMS ISD.
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Four EMS ISD students place in Lions Club International Drug Awareness Poster Contest
EMS ISD students placed in the Lions Club International District 2E2 Drug Awareness Youth Poster Contest and received gift card prizes along with ribbons.
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Willow Creek Elementary library pedal stations featured in School Library Connection magazine
Willow Creek Elementary's library was featured in School Library Connection's article "Healthy Minds and Bodies: Exercise Bikes at the Library" for their student pedal stations.
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EMS ISD Fine Arts Showcase at Bass Hall tickets on sale now
The EMS ISD Fine Arts Showcase at Bass Hall will be on February 11. Click headline for performance times and ticket information.
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2019 STEM Showcase Video Recap
The 2nd annual EMS ISD STEM showcase featured more than 60 demonstrations from PreK through 12th grade. Watch the video highlights!
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High school AP exam final payment deadline February 22
The final payment deadline for AP exams is February 22. Click headline for payment information.
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District Dance Showcase on January 31
The District Dance Showcase will be on January 31 at 7 pm at Chisholm Trail HS. Click for ticket price information.
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EMS ISD appreciates our School Board
EMS ISD honors the countless contributions of our locally elected advocates for Texas school children and public schools.
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8th grade Personalized Course Selection for each high school to be held January 28
8th grade students and parents are encouraged to attend to learn about high school graduation requirements, personalized course selection, advanced academics, and more!
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EMS ISD World Languages Academy Spring Semester
The next session of the EMS ISD World Languages Academy begins January 28. Online registration opens January 18-24.
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Greenfield students help set a new Guinness World Record
Greenfield Elementary students helped the World Sport Stacking Association set a new Guinness World Record for the most people speed stacking in one day around the world.
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56 trophies awarded to EMS students at annual PTA Reflections Contest
PTA Council Reflections Contest winners were honored during a special awards ceremony on Monday, January 14, at the HCTC.
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PVMS student named Jostens Renaissance National Student of the Month for January 2019
Congratulations, RJ Moilan! We are #emsproud of your service to your school and your community! Read more about this exceptional student and his efforts within the Renaissance program.
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9th - 11th Grade Personalized Course Selection Information
Mark your calendar for upcoming information nights for 9th-11th grades. Learn about personalized course selection and dual credit courses.
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Director of Student Services to begin new role January 22
Chandra Turrentine is moving from Boswell HS to lead the district's Student Services team.
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WMS raises thousands in American Heart Association fundraiser
The money raised during the faculty versus student basketball game on December 21, 2018 exceeded the $3500 goal!
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SES Lions Quest program is changing the lives of one family affected by California fires
A classroom reading assignment turned into a service learning project for students at Saginaw Elementary.
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Familiar face to lead Marine Creek Middle School
Danny Knowles of EWMS has been named principal of the district's sixth middle school, opening August 2019.
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Video Recap of 2018 Holiday Open House
Enjoy a short video recap of student performances, community guests, and EMS ISD staff celebrating the holiday season.
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More than 1400 attend inaugural ALL PRO DAD breakfast
More than 1,400 dads and students from across the district attended the first ALL PRO DAD breakfast at secondary campuses on December 14.
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Board approves 2019-2020 School Calendar
he first day of classes for students for the 2019-2020 school year will be Monday, August 19, 2019, and the last day of instruction will be Friday, May 29, 2020. Click the headline for key dates and a printable calendar.
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Parent University celebrates first graduating class
Parents from Elkins Elementary and Northbrook Elementary are the first to graduate from Parent University, a 13-week evidence-based program that helps parents raise healthy, caring, and responsible children.
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FFA student advances to State in Greenhand Creed Speaking
Saginaw HS student Madison Wimbish qualified for semi finals at the Texas FFA Association State contest in Greenhand Creed Speaking.
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District communications expand with text message emergency alerts
Opt in to receive text alerts for weather-related decisions or emergency notifications from EMS ISD
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New EMS ISD Director of Operations announced
Experienced logistics manager Dwayne Jones has been named Director of Operations.
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EMS ISD welcomes new Education Foundation Director
Community leader Ally Surface has been named director of the Education Foundation and Community Partnerships for EMS ISD.
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Employee Child Care program celebrates Thanksgiving
Children in the district's Employee Child Care program celebrated Thanksgiving with a pie feast. The program provides child care for EMS ISD employees as a way to recruit and retain high quality employees and teachers in the district.
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EMS Athletic Department kicks off All Pro Dad initiative
EMS Athletics has partnered with All Pro Dad to foster love and leadership among dads serving as role models in our schools.
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Chisholm Trail High School teacher receives Excellent Educator Award from NBC 5 and Southern Methodist University
Chisholm Trail High School AVID teacher Carol Hatten was selected as the Excellent Educator for November and was awarded with a $1,000 check for her school.
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Saginaw Lions Club Red Ribbon Week Student Art Contest Winners
The Saginaw Lions Club held their first annual Red Ribbon Week Student Art Contest during Red Ribbon Week 2018.
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Let's Talk! is now available on all school websites
EMS ISD has expanded the use of the online Let’s Talk! customer service tool at all campuses. When you have something to share with your child’s school, click the Let’s Talk! icon on the front page of the school website to start a conversation.
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Eagle Mountain Elementary student named finalist in Red Steagall Youth Poetry Contest
Eagle Mountain Elementary fifth-grader Ella Van De Kieft was a finalist in the 28th Annual Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering Children's Poetry Contest.
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Former board member and former teacher honored for their significant contributions to school district, community
On November 5, the Board of Education dedicated the Boswell High School dance and cheer facility in honor of Tim and Vicki Dennis who were former active volunteers in the Boswell dance program.
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Top second-grade readers compete in District Reading Bee; Saginaw ES student advances to Regionals
Saginaw Elementary student Sophie Alonzo was named the District Champion and will advance to the Regional Reading Bee hosted by Score a Goal in the Classroom on December 8.
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Trending Topics: Internet Safety
Great tools for parents to talk to your children about Internet safety and digital citizenship.
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Feedback sought for proposed middle school attendance zone realignment
EMS is hosting community meetings and seeking feedback on proposed adjustments to middle school attendance zones. This is in preparation for the opening of Marine Creek MS in 2019.
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Remington Point counselor nominated for national LifeChanger of the Year award
Remington Point Elementary School counselor Alice Cedillo has been nominated for the 2018-2019 national LifeChanger of the Year award.
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Culinary arts students claim People's Choice Restaurant at Taste of Northwest
EMS ISD competed in, provided entertainment for, and showcased district learning opportunities at the Saginaw Area Chamber of Commerce's Taste of Northwest Business Expo on October 18.
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Red Ribbon Week - Pledge to be Drug Free
Red Ribbon Week is October 23 - 31, 2018. EMS ISD campuses will host special events and activities to highlight the importance of a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. See your campus website for information on how your child will celebrate.
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2018 EMS ISD College Night
All 6th - 12th grade EMS ISD students are invited to visit with more than 100 colleges and universities at our 7th Annual College Night on November 1, 2018.
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SHS hosted 2018 Thunderbird Flight Squadron for Friday night football
Saginaw High School and Eagle Mountain - Saginaw ISD were honored to host the 2018 Thunderbird Flight Squadron for the SHS vs CTHS coin toss on October 12.
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UIL Region 30 Marching Band Contest RESCHEDULED
Due to Tuesday's weather forecast, the UIL Region 30 Marching Band Contest at Joshua High School has been RESCHEDULED for Monday, October 22.
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The definition of a HERO
Lady Ranger Tennis player, Peyton Culwell, beats cancer twice to become an inspiration to her coach, team, friends, and family!
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EMS PROUD: EMS ISD's Community Magazine
EMS ISD's new community magazine, EMS PROUD, features news about the school district, the City of Blue Mound, the City of Fort Worth, the City of Saginaw, the Saginaw Area Chamber of Commerce, and the EMS Education Foundation.
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EMS ISD celebrates National Merit Semifinalist and Commended Scholars
Saginaw HS senior, Steven Le, has been named National Merit Semifinalist, while Cedric Fajardo, Greyson Barngrover, and Reily Randolph are named National Merit Commended Students.
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Free parent program: October 30
All EMS ISD parents are invited to attend a night of free programs – a presentation, "Communication is Key," at 5:30 pm and a presentation, "Internet Safety-Play It Safe," at 6:45 pm at the Weldon Hafley Development Center.
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EMS ISD Super Saturday on October 13
EMS ISD Super Saturday College and Career Planning Event for junior and senior students and their parents will be on October 13 from 9 am to noon at the Hollenstein Career and Technology Center.
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Four EMS ISD high school students accepted into The Modern Museum's Teen Artist Project
Three Boswell HS students and one Watson HS student have been accepted into The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth's prestigious Teen Artist Project.
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Watson HS seniors form inaugural Senior Service Committee
The inaugural Elmer C. Watson Senior Service Committee, consisting of nine seniors, has committed to implementing two volunteer opportunities for Watson High School students this fall.
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Trending Topics: The Truth about Vaping
Great tools for parents and educators to talk to your teens about vaping and e-cigarettes. Spot the warning signs. Know the facts.
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October is National Principals Month #ThankAPrincipal
National Principals Month is your opportunity to say “thank you” to principals everywhere and to share with the community all the great things that principals do.
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EMS ISD Band Expo 2018 on October 9
EMS ISD's Band Expo 2018 will be on October 9 at Chisholm Trail Ranger Stadium. The show starts at 6:30 pm and will feature all EMS ISD middle school and high school bands. Admission fee proceeds will be used to fund private lesson student scholarships.
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#Jenallee hosts Back to School TweetMeet
Jeni Long and Sallee Clark, Instructional Technologists for EMS ISD, were recently selected as international educator hosts for Microsoft Education's monthly TweetMeet.
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LPES students showcase Blue Zones culture for National Team visitors
Lake Pointe ES share how the Blue Zones Project is being incorporated into their school culture.
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Saginaw High School teachers rewarded for innovative teaching
The Education Foundation awarded teaching grants this week to two deserving teachers at Saginaw High School.
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New safety and security website now live
Visit our new website dedicated to providing information and resources on how we work to keep #EveryMemberSafe in EMS ISD.
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Save Your Spot: EMS ISD World Languages Academy begins soon
The next session of the EMS ISD World Languages Academy begins Sept. 24. Click the link to read more and complete the form to save your spot.
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Boswell makes the news for National Anthem sing-along
Boswell High School was featured in NBC 5's "Tell Me Something Good" segment for a spontaneous act of honor and patriotism during the annual Homecoming Community Pep Rally.
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EMS ISD welcomes new faces in leadership roles
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD is pleased to announce a familiar and a new face in district leadership roles and three new assistant principals to EMS ISD.
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CTE teacher named Junior Achievement Educator of the Year
Boswell High School CTE teacher Colleen Lockwood was awarded Educator of the Year from Junior Achievement of the Chisholm Trail, Inc. (Fort Worth).
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Student registration for 2018-19 is now open
The online registration portal has been updated to provide a simpler, more streamlined registration process for families. Be sure to register as soon as possible to make sure the start of the new school year goes smoothly!
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Elementary, middle school start times shifting by 5 minutes
Beginning in 2018-19, start times at all elementary and middle schools will shift 5 minutes earlier to allow for days to be banked into the school calendar in the event of an unanticipated school day closing. Click the headline to read more.
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School nurses and nurse's aides prepare for new school year
EMS ISD Health Services professionals met for their annual Back to School meeting on August 9 to discuss, share ideas, collaborate, and plan for the new school year with the common goal of safe, healthy, educated students.
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EMS ISD to offer Breakfast in a Bag option
Beginning in 2018-19, students will have a new grab-and-go option on their school’s breakfast menu. Click the headline to read more about the new Breakfast in a Bag program.
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EMS ISD JROTC Cadets, teachers, and parents team with FWPD to prepare for community emergencies
EMS ISD JROTC cadets, along with teacher and parent volunteers, spent a week in July training with the Fort Worth Police Department in emergency response.
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Boswell teacher recognized as CTAT New Marketing Teacher of the Year
Colleen Lockwood, Boswell High School marketing teacher, was recognized as a New Marketing Teacher of the Year by the Career and Technical Association of Texas Marketing Instructional Council.
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$10,805 raised for school supplies to benefit families in need at B2SB
EMS ISD students, faculty, administration, and PTA members raised and made a monetary donation of $10,805 to the Effie Center to supply backpacks stuffed with school supplies to Community Link's Back 2 School Bash on August 11.
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Community Link's Back to School Bash
Community Link is hosting a Back to School Bash to provide families in need with free backpacks, school supplies, hair cuts, eye glasses, reading books, food, music, and more. Recipients must meet income qualifications and pre-register.
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TASSP Region 11 Outstanding Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year
Leah Roberts, Wayside Middle School assistant principal, has been selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) as the Region 11 Outstanding Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year.
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Comanche Springs student receives State PTA Reflections Award of Excellence
Comanche Springs Elementary student Sawyer Farley received the highest honor, an Award of Excellence, in Primary Visual Arts at the State PTA Reflections Award Ceremony in Austin on July 14.
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Three EMS ISD students earn top honors at FCCLA National Leadership Conference
Three EMS ISD students achieved top honors in STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Family and Consumer Sciences related competitive events at the annual FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Ga. on June 28-July 2.
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HCTC students earn medals at SkillsUSA Nationals
HCTC Robotics students Joseph Schinnerer, a 2018 SHS graduate, and Andrew Hartnett, CTHS senior, took gold in Humanoid Robotics, and HCTC Cosmetology student Esme Avalos, a 2018 SHS graduate, earned bronze in Nail Care at the SkillsUSA National Contest in Louisville, Ky., June 23-29.
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Profile of an EMS ISD Graduate
As part of EMS ISD’s Aspire 2022 Strategic Plan, a committee of district stakeholders consisting of students, parents, educators, business leaders, and community members worked together to create a collective vision of the core competencies an EMS ISD student will possess upon graduation that are critical for life-long learning and future success as an adult.
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Boswell HS names new head band director
EMS ISD is pleased to announce that Kevin Fallon has been selected as the Boswell High School head band director. Fallon was formerly the assistant band director.
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Chisholm Trail HS names new head band director
EMS ISD is pleased to announce that Derrick Doyle has been selected as the Chisholm Trail High School head band director. Doyle was formerly the assistant band director and percussion director.
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