Texas City ISD

Celebrating Excellence at Sarah Giles Middle School! We are delighted to honor outstanding educators from Giles Middle School who have been awarded the TCISD Together We Can Lead Challenge Coin this past month at their campus! Daryel Holly: Calmly and respectfully addresses student issues, modeling how to handle difficult situations with grace. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR Chandni Fisher: Advocates for student support and fosters an inclusive environment for all. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: INCLUSIVE Kenesha Celestine: Stepped up to provide Homebound support, prioritizing student needs above all else. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER Kanestra Bland: Creates a positive learning environment for students and staff. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Mauriya Oliver: Embraces new challenges with enthusiasm, inspiring others with her dedication to growth. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: COLLECTIVE COLLABORATOR Yesenia Contreras & Courtney Thomas: Dedication to scheduling and assisting scholars with a positive attitude makes them invaluable to the campus. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Anthony James: Efficiently organizes PE activities, providing a well-structured program for students. Category: EDUCATE | Competency: STRATEGIC PLANNER Quinesha Thomas: Loved by her students, she fosters positive relationships and ensures everything is in order. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Maxine Guidry: Challenges students to reach their full potential, fostering growth and achievement every day. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: DEVELOPS OTHERS Mary Turner: Serves students with a smile and a willingness to help at age 73, showcasing her incredible spirit and energy. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Caroline James: Sacrifices personal time to support students, demonstrating her dedication to their success. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Eric Bridges: Builds strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and positive classroom environment. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Yartisha Gardner: Steps up as a Homebound teacher, using her own time to ensure student well-being and success. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER Demetrice Alexander: Brings grace and positive energy to her work, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: INCLUSIVE Bessie Neely: Her kindness and dedication keep the school clean, making her and her crew the unsung heroes of our campus. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: COLLECTIVE COLLABORATOR Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to these leaders a Giles! Their contributions make TCISD a better place for students, staff and the entire community. #TogetherWeCanLead #TogetherWeCanEducate #TogetherWeCanInspire #TogetherWeCanChallenge

Celebrating Our Principals! We recognize the incredible leadership of our TCISD principals, who play a vital role in setting the academic tone and ensuring success for all students. Their dedication, vision and tireless work ethic create a safe, supportive and high-achieving environment for students and teachers alike. Join us in thanking these outstanding leaders, who were recognized by the TCISD Board of Trustees at their October meeting. We appreciate all you do!    #ThankYouPrincipals #TCISDProud #LeadershipInEducation

Celebrating Excellence at La Marque High School! We are delighted to honor outstanding educators from LMHS who have been awarded the TCISD Together We Can Lead Challenge Coin this past month at their campus! Their dedication and leadership exemplify the very best of our leadership definition. These educators and staff members have shown incredible dedication to our students and school community: Tiffany Jones: Offers continual encouragement and support, uplifting students and staff with her positive attitude. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Alina Spoons: An unsung hero in administration, guiding and caring for students with her knowledge and skillset. Category: EDUCATE | Competency: INTEGRITY DRIVEN Janice Himes: Though no longer teaching, she continues to support teachers with valuable suggestions and interventions. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: DEVELOPS OTHERS Joy Brittlebank: A flexible team player and an asset to the assessment team, always ready to contribute. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: INCLUSIVE Jenna Dutton: Goes above and beyond in supporting special education, deeply impacting students and staff. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER Dana Joseph: An encouraging peer who checks in on new colleagues, professionally and personally. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Alicia Hernandez: Always puts students first, going the extra mile for their success. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER Madison Little: Recognized for being a team player with a positive attitude and flexibility. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Azure Hamilton: Passionate about student education, providing constructive feedback to help others grow. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: DEVELOPS OTHERS Ricky Nicholson: Guides others through role changes with patience and a visionary approach. Category: EDUCATE | Competency: VISIONARY Katasha DeRouen: Inspires others daily and supports our mission with aligned purpose. Category: INSPIRE | Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR Steven Wilhelm: Ensures students receive quality social studies instruction, bringing a caring heart to his teaching. Category: EDUCATE | Competency: INTEGRITY DRIVEN Talbert Davis: Recognized for his dedicated work with students, making a noticeable and appreciated impact. Category: CHALLENGE | Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to these leaders at LMHS! Their contributions make TCISD a better place for students, staff and the entire community. Let's celebrate their achievements and thank them for their exceptional service. #TogetherWeCanLead #TogetherWeCanEducate #TogetherWeCanInspire #TogetherWeCanChallenge

TCISD Board Trustees Lori Carnes and Nakisha Paul visited Texas City High School and Heights Elementary last week! Their visit gave them the opportunity to connect with students and staff and see firsthand the great things happening on our campuses. Thank you, Ms. Carnes and Ms. Paul, for your continued support and leadership! #TCISDProud #BoardLeadership #SchoolVisits #SupportingEducation

Celebrating Excellence at Texas City High School and ITC! We are delighted to honor outstanding educators from TCHS and the Industrial Trades Center who have been awarded the TCISD Together We Can Lead Challenge Coin this past month at their campus! Ramon Nash: A natural leader who challenges students to excel. Category: CHALLENGE Travis Daniels: Runs an outstanding program with care and support for students. Category: INSPIRE Mandy Thomas: Creates a caring culture, assisting across departments. Category: INSPIRE Lee Taylor: A visionary educator connecting with industry partners for new opportunities. Category: EDUCATE Carling Caldwell: Mentors and celebrates others, impacting the team positively. Category: CHALLENGE Devin Crump: Takes instructional risks, reteaching students and supporting growth. Category: CHALLENGE Karen Faulkner: Makes a personal impact on each student with care. Category: INSPIRE Minh Do: Builds strong lessons, making math fun and accessible. Category: EDUCATE Dawn Tholcken: The heartbeat of CTE and ITC, ensuring program success. Category: INSPIRE Nate Swerdlin: Advocates for ITC programs and bridges school with the workforce. Category: INSPIRE BJ Johnson: Takes instructional risks to help students needing interventions. Category: CHALLENGE Jaime Louviere: Increases support for CTE programs, helping beyond her scope. Category: INSPIRE Racheal Matos: Leads in robotics, plans thoughtfully, and relates to students. Category: EDUCATE Jacqueline Perkins: Takes a student-centered approach to foster growth. Category: CHALLENGE Kristen Saenz: Creates a safe and inviting learning environment. Category: INSPIRE Tabitha McKnight: Willingly takes on new instructional strategies for student success. Category: CHALLENGE Sergio Ramos: Tackles projects with high energy and positive impact. Category: INSPIRE Daniel Tarver: Shares students during regrouping, trying new strategies. Category: CHALLENGE Kris Boedecker: Passionate about teaching, stepping out of his comfort zone to improve. Category: CHALLENGE David Graham: Keeps ITC informed and addresses student concerns. Category: INSPIRE Gaynesha Boyd: Quickly alerts and responds to students' needs, ensuring their safety. Category: CHALLENGE Morgan Richards: Works tirelessly to create engaging and impactful floral classes. Category: EDUCATE Brandi Westhoff: Returns to TCHS with enthusiasm and a positive outlook. Category: INSPIRE Ronnell Wainscott: Takes on new challenges and dedicates time to critical thinking lessons. Category: CHALLENGE Tammy Sherrill: First to complete Seizure Training, setting a proactive example. Category: EDUCATE Chloe Freeman: Ensures every student feels valued, displaying patience and care. Category: INSPIRE Julia Jones-Brown: Steps up to support students and the community, fostering a positive environment. Category: EDUCATE #TogetherWeCanLead #TogetherWeCanEducate #TogetherWeCanInspire #TogetherWeCanChallenge

Last week, our Industrial Trades Center held a career fair, giving our junior and senior students the chance to network with 22 industry partners from around the area! Students came prepared with resumes and business cards, ready to share their qualifications and ask questions about job opportunities. A huge thank you to the industry partners who took the time to meet with our students and provide invaluable insights into their companies and careers! #CareerFair #IndustrialTrades #TCISDProud #NetworkingOpportunities #FutureLeaders

Celebrating Excellence at Hayley Elementary! We are delighted to honor outstanding educators from Hayley Elementary who have been awarded the TCISD Together We Can Lead Challenge Coin this past month at their campus! 🎉 Their dedication and leadership exemplify the very best of our leadership definition. Nurse Laura Prino – For her reassuring presence and unwavering support. She represents INSPIRE as a Relationship Cultivator. Lucinda Marshall – For providing high-quality instruction and promoting meaningful student engagement. She represents EDUCATE as a Strategic Planner. Laura Wisdom – For her enthusiasm in teaching and inspiring excellence. She represents INSPIRE as an Inclusive leader. Ashley McGrees – For joining the Hayley team with energy and a supportive spirit. She represents INSPIRE as a Relationship Cultivator. Drew Rogers – For always being a team player and supporting both students and colleagues. He represents CHALLENGE as a Collective Collaborator. Thank you all for your dedication and positive impact! Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to these leaders at Hayley! Their contributions make Hayley a better place for students, staff and the entire community. Let's celebrate their achievements and thank them for their exceptional service. #TogetherWeCanLead #TogetherWeCanEducate #TogetherWeCanInspire #TogetherWeCanChallenge

🎥🌟 Students Who Shine: Meet Carlos Salas 🌟🎥 Carlos Salas, a senior at the Industrial Trades Center, is setting a new standard for success in the pipefitting program! 💪⚙️ In just two years, Carlos has mastered Tig welding pipe—a skill that usually takes journeyman pipe welders 5-10 years to achieve. His exceptional focus, drive, and talent have caught the attention of the Oil and Gas Industry, with contractors already eyeing him for job offers after graduation! 🔥 This is a historic achievement for Texas City—never before has a high school senior reached this level of success in pipe welding at ITC! We couldn't be more proud of Carlos and the bright future ahead for him and other students in the program. 👏 Watch the full video to learn more about Carlos' incredible journey. 🚀 #StudentsWhoShine #TCISD #IndustrialTradesCenter #WeldingSuccess #FutureLeaders

Celebrating Excellence at Guajardo Elementary!     We are delighted to honor outstanding educators from Guajardo Elementary who have been awarded the TCISD Together We Can Lead Challenge Coin this past month at their campus! Their dedication and leadership exemplify the very best of our leadership definition.     Diana Smith: She is being recognized for her leadership in making data-driven instructional decisions and encouraging teachers to adopt new strategies while supporting the believe that all students can achieve high levels of learning. She tirelessly trains teachers, supports students and maintains high curriculum standards. Leadership Definition Category: EDUCATE Standout Competency: VISIONARY     Ayala Hamilton: She is being honored for exemplifying teamwork by being proactive and assisting in ensuring students received breakfast during the first days of school. She jumped in without being asked, showing genuine concern for both students and cafeteria staff. Leadership Definition Category: INSPIRE Standout Competency: RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATOR     2nd Grade Team: Daphne Dildy, Justin Holder, Jennifer Sanchez, Heather Spendlove and Kealy Treadaway: They are being recognized for their incredible collaboration and effort. They are learning through the challenging process together, bringing the district's vision to life in their classrooms. Leadership Definition Category: CHALLENGE Standout Competency: COLLECTIVE COLLABORATOR     Chasity Fuchs: She is celebrated for going above and beyond to ensure special education students have what they need to succeed, even if that means extending her workdays. Her hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed. Leadership Definition Category: CHALLENGE Standout Competency: STUDENT-CENTERED LEADER     Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to these leaders at Guajardo! Their contributions make TCISD a better place for students, staff and the entire community. Let's celebrate their achievements and thank them for their exceptional service. #TogetherWeCanLead #TogetherWeCanEducate #TogetherWeCanInspire #TogetherWeCanChallenge

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Night at Lady Stings Volleyball Game! 🏐 Last week, during the Lady Stings' home game vs. Angleton, the team took a moment to celebrate the amazing teachers who make a difference in our students' lives every day! 🎉 A huge thank you to all of the incredible educators who continue to shape the future of our students! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed! 💛 #TeacherAppreciation #LadyStings #TCISDProud #ThankYouTeachers