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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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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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Summer camp sign ups are now open!
EMS ISD athletics and fine arts departments have partnered to offer fun and exciting summer camps for sports, musical theater, STEAM, and so much more. Summer camps are open to all current EMS ISD students as well as interested students in the immediate or neighboring areas!
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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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FCCLA sending 15 students to state competition
Students from BHS, CTHS, and SHS will represent EMS ISD at the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) state competition in April.
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HCTC students bring home 62 medals from Skills USA
HCTC SkillsUSA competitors bring home 62 medals with 37 students advancing to the state competition in April.
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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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