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Posted August 1, 2007

TEA Rates Carroll, All 11 Schools Exemplary

The Texas Education Agency announced today that Carroll Independent School District and all its 11 campuses have earned the state’s highest rating of Exemplary, apparently making it once again the largest district in the state of Texas to earn the top rating.

The news was released early Wednesday afternoon, but will be celebrated officially when teachers and support personnel return to campus in mid-August. Last year, the district narrowly missed the top rating, earning the Recognized status.

“We are extremely excited to have regained our Exemplary rating,” said Superintendent David J. Faltys. “It was a goal we set for ourselves, and today’s official announcement confirms accomplishment of that goal. We are elated for our teachers, campus administrators and our students. They are the ones responsible for making this happen.”

Dr. Faltys said he’s equally as excited for the district’s 11 campuses, all of which earned the state’s highest rating. Texas holds districts and campuses accountable for results on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS), as well as alternative assessments for special education students, drop out rates and completion rates. Not only are ratings based on overall scores in each grade level and subject, but also for state-identified student sub-groups: Hispanic, African American, White and Economically Disadvantaged.

Carroll officials say they anticipated an increase in the district’s rating based on preliminary TAKS results, but know how important it is to wait for an official word from TEA. The district celebrated results on the 2007 spring TAKS test, pointing out that Commended scores continue to increase across the various grade levels.

“We’ve had an intense focus on math the last two years,” said Dr. Jan Morgan, Assistant Superintendent for Instructional Services. “As the rigor of the state test has increased, we’ve reviewed our curriculum to analyze and ensure that the rigor of our program is aligned with state expectations.”

Morgan said school officials won’t point to any one activity or action that made a difference. “When we received our ratings last year we just really continued to do what we had been doing day in and day out. We look at the data longitudinally, identify areas where we might need to make programmatic or curricular changes, and we help individual students who need assistance.”

Officials say parents, teachers and administrators work as a team to help students who have yet to master areas of the TAKS. Student Assistance Teams (SAT) convene to develop intervention plans and remediation begins. Tutoring is made available and in some instances, the district even pays for summer school.

“There are a number of factors that contribute to the overall education that we provide,” Faltys said. “While we don’t rely solely on one test or one rating to determine the job we are doing, it is certainly nice to set a goal and reach it so quickly. I’m proud of our teachers and instructional leaders for making this happen.”

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Carroll Employees Kicking Off New Year With Western Celebration

This year's Convocation will start the 2007-2008 school year with a bang! Wild Wild West: The Great Dragon Roundup takes place Wednesday, August 22 at 8:30 a.m. in the auditorium of Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W. Southlake Boulevard.

Entertainment will include a star-studded show featuring your favorite Carroll cowboys, cowgirls and even a notorious bandit. Don't miss the tasty BBQ luncheon, sponsored by We Care, that takes place immediately following the show.

Look for an invitation in your mailbox in the coming days that includes details and a welcome letter from Dr. David "Sheriff Woody" Faltys. Dust off your boots and cowboy hats as we rope in another year!

Convocation 2007: Employee Invitation

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New Hire Orientation To Welcome Staff Members

New Hire Orientation is August 15-17 at Dawson Middle School, 400 S. Kimball Avenue. This three-day event will welcome new employees to Carroll and prepare each of them for the coming school year. Carroll ISD expects about 100 new staff members.

Breakfast will be provided each day, courtesy of We Care, and a luncheon will take place during the first day of orientation. A special packet, including an invitation, schedule and map, was mailed earlier this week to all new staff members.

New Hire Orientation 2007: Employee Invitation

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Durham Teacher Honored With Humanities Award

Durham Intermediate School teacher Patty Christensen was one of 15 recipients named the 2006-2007 Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award.

The honor came from Humanities Texas, an organization that recognizes outstanding contributions in teaching, curriculum development and extracurricular programming. Christensen, who teaches fifth grade language arts, will receive a $500 cash prize.

Christensen instills in her students a love of reading and writing. Her classroom has a library of over 1,200 books that children browse, read and check out. Dr. Doug Brubaker, former principal of DIS praised Christensen’s achievements. “Her knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, language arts, fine arts and social studies have proven to be powerful agents of positive change both for her students, our school and the entire district,” Brubaker said.

Christensen’s students keep journals and enter writing contests. Two of her fifth grade students recently won partial college scholarships for poems they wrote in her classes.

“We are pleased to recognize such an accomplished teacher,” said Humanities Texas Executive Director Michael L. Gillette. “Ms. Christensen motivates her students to achieve at high levels.”

Additional information about Humanities Texas is available at www.humanitiestexas.org.

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Students Graduate With Top Honors

Congratulations to the following 2007 Carroll graduates who earned a grade point average of 101 or above, earning them the status of Summa Cum Laude:

  • Abraham, Benjamin Roshan
  • Arockiam, Nicole Ann-Marie
  • Bay, Suzanne Chung-Sing
  • Beazley, William Henry
  • Boyles, Kelly Elizabeth
  • Calvert, Katherine Blair
  • Cargill, Elise Nicole
  • Chiu, Kevin
  • Creecy, Amy Elizabeth
  • Fernandez, Kristine Ashley
  • Hayes, Michael Preston
  • Kelly, Monica Lynn
  • Krieger, Matthew Ryan
  • Lacombe, Bethany Joy
  • Lerohl, Elizabeth Jenine
  • Littlejohn, Mallory Laine
  • Manne, Sumant
  • Mercer, Lynn Elise
  • Presmyk, Nathan Alexander
  • Rapp, Steven Tyler
  • Robinson, Eric Thomas
  • Smyers, Samuel Douglas
  • Sotolongo, Natasha

The following students graduated Magna Cum Laude - with a grade point average between 100 - 100.99:

  • Avers, Steven James
  • Drewski, Courtney Dianne
  • Edwards, Laura Ashley
  • Hanson, Jeffrey Scott
  • Hanson, Kelly Christine
  • Harriger, Sam Blake
  • Jones, Katherine Michelle
  • McGaffigan, Brett Avery
  • Romano, Brennwyn Bernard
  • Simmons, Olivia Claire

Cum Laude students, who earned a grade point average between 98 and 99.99 were:

  • Anderson, Erika Lindsay
  • Arcisz, Jordin Elizabeth
  • Aufricht, William Richard
  • Bosworth, Whitney Leigh
  • Bouma, Brent Austin
  • Brett, Amanda Marie
  • Bula, Elizabeth Joene
  • Chakravarthy, Tejas
  • Civello, Brian Michael
  • Clift, Rachel Ann
  • Cogburn, Camille St John
  • Dean, Jessica Leigh
  • Donnelly, Sara Michelle
  • Duncan, Graham Thomas
  • Ferber, Christina Anne
  • Grue, Richard Lawrence
  • Hoy, Sarah Lannon
  • Hurtado, Mark David
  • Jacobowski, Melissa Anne
  • Keyser, Jocelyn Ann
  • Kim, Jaerin =
  • Martin, Charles O'Malley
  • Melnick, John Ryan
  • Mlinac, Christopher Charles
  • Mueller, Victoria Alcott
  • Perkins, William Jay
  • Piendak, Blair Lynn
  • Poor, Stacey Lynn
  • Reinhart, Caroline Suzanne
  • Rockey, Kelsey Anne
  • Roh, Jeremy Youngjin
  • Ruelas, Roberto Hilario
  • Scalzo, Michael Anthony
  • Schmitt, Meggan Joy
  • Shrum, Austin Clark
  • Simmons, Joshua Earl
  • Smith, Haley Helen
  • Smith, Katherine Ives
  • Stonecypher, Abbie Frances
  • Thielk, Kayla Joyce
  • Valaitis, Sara Marie
  • Wilkerson, Lindsay Danielle
  • Williams, Stephen Vargo

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Trustees Approve Hirings, Construction Bids

School Board members met for a special meeting July 26. Trustees approved the hiring of four classroom teachers as well as two assistant principals. New Durham Intermediate Assistant Principal Kathy Byrne replaces Gary Brake, who was recently hired as the DIS Principal. Dale Puddy will take over as an Assistant Principal at Carroll Senior High School - replacing Chauncey Willingham who was hired earlier this summer as the Director of Maintenance.

In addition, Trustees authorized the Administration to enter into a contract with Mart, Inc. in the amount of $452,543 for painting at Carroll Elementary and Johnson Elementary and for renovations to the cafeteria serving line at Johnson Elementary. These projects are from the 2006 Bond Program.

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School Board Meets Monday

Trustees will meet for a regular School Board meeting Monday, August 6 in the auditorium of Johnson Elementary School, 1301 N. Carroll Avenue in Southlake. Open session begins at 6:30 p.m.

A complete agenda will be posted to the District's website Thursday afternoon.

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Reception To Honor We Care Members

A special reception honoring Carroll ISD's We Care sponsors is scheduled to take place at 5 p.m., prior to the School Board meeting.

To learn more about the District's We Care program, visit www.southlakecarroll.edu/We%20Care.htm.

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Immunization Information Posted To Back To School Website

Immunization information is one of several important topics included on CISD's 2007-2008 Back to School website. To access this page, visit the following link: www.southlakecarroll.edu/backtoschool0708.htm.

The Back to School website may also be accessed from the District's "Breaking News" link. The following is specific information regarding immunization records.

Parents please note that students will not be admitted to any CISD campus in August 2007 if their immunizations are not in compliance with Texas Department of Health guidelines. Noncompliant students will not be given class assignments or schedules. According to the Attorney General (4-15-04), under Texas Administrative Code, section 97.71, the law requires that students be fully immunized against specific diseases.

Please check with your campus nurse regarding your student's immunization status. The Tarrant County Health Department is a convenient and economical immunization resource. They are located at 813 Brown Trail Road in Bedford, 817-285-4155.

Click here to visit the CISD Health Services Website

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Program Identifies Special Education Students

Carroll ISD is responsible for identifying, locating and evaluating, at no cost to families, all individuals with disabilities from birth through 21 years of age who are in need of special education and related services who reside within the school district boundaries. Educational areas of concern include, but are not limited to: cognition, language development, articulation, socialization, self-help and motor skills.

Children aged 0 – 4 should be referred to CISD Diagnostician Debra Neal at 817-949-8400. Children who are 3-4 years of age with speech-only concerns should be referred to the school counselor of the CISD elementary campus that the child is zoned to attend for kindergarten.

Most children aged 0-2½ will be further referred to the Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) of Tarrant County for possible services in the home or in day care. For students with a vision or auditory impairment, however, CISD will provide services in conjunction with those of ECI. When a child turn 2½, a transition process will begin whereby ECI services will subsequently terminate and services for eligible children will be provided by CISD school personnel; CISD services will begin on the child’s third birthday.

Children who turn 5 by September 1 – age 21 should be referred to the school counselor of the CISD campus that the student is zoned to attend.

Summer referrals should be directed to the Director of Special Programs Dr. Cathy Friar at 817-949-7050. All referrals are confidential and the parent, legal guardian or surrogate parent has the right to refuse services.

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Program Identifies Children Eligible For Pre-Kindergarten Services

Carroll ISD is responsible for identifying four-year old children (those who are not five as of September 1 of the school year) who reside within the school district boundaries and who may be eligible for state-mandated pre-kindergarten services.

Each school district in Texas is obligated to provide pre-kindergarten programs to these students if there are 15 or more eligible students residing in the district. If the district does not have 15 eligible students, a waiting list will be generated. As soon as 15 eligible students are identified, an appropriate program will be developed and offered. Students who may be eligible are those who are:

  • unable to speak and comprehend the English language; or
  • educationally disadvantaged; or
  • homeless; or
  • the child of an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States, including the state military forces or a reserve component of the armed forces, who is ordered to active duty by proper authority; or
  • the child of a member of the armed forces of the United States, including the state military forces or a reserve component of the armed forces, who was injured or killed while serving on active duty ; or
  • a child who has been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services following an adversary hearing under Section 262.201, Family Code

If you know of or have a child who might qualify, please contact Ms. Debra Neal or Mrs. Pam Dees in the CISD Assessment Center at 817-949-8400. In most cases, some information, to include academic and/or language assessments of the child, will need to be obtained to determine eligibility. Any waiting list will be maintained in the CISD Assessment Center Office.

Children who turn 5 by September 1 should be enrolled in kindergarten at the CISD campus that the student is zoned to attend.

Summer referrals should be directed to the Director of Special Programs Dr. Cathy Friar at 817-949-7050. All referrals are confidential and the parent, legal guardian or surrogate parent has the right to refuse services.

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Superintendent Speaks At Chamber Group

Superintendent Dr. David Faltys was the guest speaker at the Southlake Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon meeting July 26.

Dr. Faltys spoke on a variety of topics including general facts about the District, recent awards and accolades and upcoming initiatives.

Superintendent Dr. David Faltys speaks to Southlake Chamber members at a luncheon July 26 at Timarron Country Club

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2007 Yearbooks Ready For Pick Up

The 2007 yearbooks are available and ready for pick. Class of 2007 seniors may pick up their yearbooks Friday, August 3 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in room 115 of Carroll Senior High School.

2008 sophomores may pick up their yearbooks Friday, August 17 at Carroll High School during fall schedule pick up.

2008 seniors and juniors may pick up their yearbooks in room 115 of CSHS Tuesday, August 21 during fall schedule pick up.

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Dragon Forensics To Host Summer Workshop

Don't miss the Dragon Forensics' Debate Summer workshop. This five-day event, held in room 316 of Carroll Senior High School, begins Monday, August 13 and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.

This summer workshop is ideal for students in grades 9-12 who think they have what it takes to succeed in debate and want to learn more. Classes will include an introduction to the following UIL events: Extemporaneous Speaking, Lincoln Douglas Debate, Student Congress, Policy Debate and Oratory.

This is a great opportunity to get a head start on the competition. Let the varsity debate students connect you to the fascinating world of competitive speech and debate!

For more information, or to register, contact Dragon Forensic coach Diane Forbes at forbesd@cisdmail.com. To enroll, complete and submit the following information:

  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone
  • E-mail
  • Parent Name
  • 2006-2007 Grade Level
  • T-Shirt Size

Checks should be made payable to Dragon Forensics. All information and payments are due by August 5. Mail to: Carroll Senior High School, attention: Diane Forbes, 1501 W. Southlake Boulevard, Southlake, 76092.

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Dragon Classic Secures Title Event Sponsor

Freeman Toyota of Hurst is the title sponsor of the 2007 Dragon Classic

 

The organizers of the Dragon Classic 2007 events were delighted to sign up their Title Sponsor earlier this month when Freeman Toyota agreed to a $10,000 package for the second year running. Last year, with Freeman Toyota’s assistance, the Dragon Classic events raised $110,000 for the Carroll High School/Carroll Senior High School PTSO and the Carroll Athletic Booster Club.

“ We are thrilled to have the opportunity to be the Title Sponsor of the Dragon Classic once again," said Freeman Toyota General Manager Dane Minor. "We have had a tremendous amount of support from the Southlake community and really wanted to be able to give something back.”

The Dragon Classic is a two-day event with a fabulous auction dinner at the Marriott Solana followed by a golf tournament at Trophy Club the following day. This year’s festivities will be held on Sunday September 30 and Monday October.

"The Dragon Classic encompasses both athletics and academics," said Carroll Athletic Booster Club President Jack Luna. "This one event can make a significant amount of money that benefits both the athletic and academic programs in Southlake.”

"What a great example the Dragon Classic is in supporting our kids as they strive to achieve the District's goal of creating an environment that fosters excellence," said Carroll Athletic Director Ronnie Tipps. "The Dragon Classic fundraiser has a direct impact on all of our students, and we are proud of their many accomplishments."

Sponsorship packages, ranging from $200 to $10,000 are in high demand. Proceeds benefit Carroll ISD academic and athletic programs. For information on available sponsorship packages, please visit the Dragon Classic website at www.dragonclassic.org or contact Melanie Metzger at 817-454 3975.

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Theatre Booster Club Looking For New Members

The Carroll Theatre Booster Club is looking for parents who are interested in being part of the many exciting things happening in theatre. The Booster Club meets monthly and the first meeting of 2007-2008 takes place Tuesday, September 12 at 6:30 p.m. in Carroll Senior High School's Theatre Green Room.

For more information, or to join the Carroll Theatre Booster Club, visit the link below.

Flier: Carroll Theatre Booster Club

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OfficeMax Joins We Care



We Care, Carroll ISD's employee appreciation program, is pleased to welcome OfficeMax as a platinum-level sponsor.

OfficeMax Incorporated (NYSE: OMX) is a leader in both business-to-business office products solutions and retail office products. The OfficeMax mission is simple. We help our customers do their best work. The company provides office supplies and paper, in-store print and document services through OfficeMax ImPressTM, technology products and solutions, and furniture to consumers and to large, medium and small businesses.

OfficeMax customers are served by approximately 35,000 associates through direct sales, catalogs, e-commerce and more than 900 stores. To find the nearest OfficeMax, call 1-877-OFFICEMAX. For more information, visit www.officemax.com.

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The Green Pages: Featured Business Of The Week

Sundance Promotions, Inc., a Southlake parent-owned company, has developed a new website named www.DragonGear.org . Each Carroll ISD booster club, PTO and many other District organizations have the opportunity to participate and earn money for their group.

DragonGear offers an online store that includes spirit items, apparel and more, available 24 hours a day. Online customers simply choose an organization, browse the store, and DragonGear returns at least 15% on all items purchased to the respective organization.

There is no inventory to purchase nor any requirement necessary on behalf of CISD organizations. Carroll clubs and PTOs can use DragonGear's robust e-commerce capabilities for fundraising efforts that take supporters into the 21st century with a state of the art system specifically designed for CISD.

Visit www.dragongear.org today, and see how easy it is for your organization to begin raising funds.

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Our Newest Baby Dragon

Congratulations to Hilda Janbaz (Personnel Department) following the birth of her new grandson, Hunter William Janbaz. Hunter was born July 17 weighing 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long.

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Posted To The Website

The following documents were recently posted to the Carroll ISD website:

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COMMUNITY NEWS

School Supply Sale Volunteers Needed

The Southlake Women's Club is looking for community volunteers (adults or teens) to assist in the annual School Supply Sale Saturday, August 18 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W. Southlake Boulevard. Three-hour volunteer shifts are available. The time slots are: 7 to 11 a.m.; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. This is a great opportunity to earn community service hours.

To volunteer, contact Catherine Singley at singleonce@charter.net.


Don't Miss North Texas "Walk for PKD"

Mark your calendars to participate in the North Texas "Walk for PKD" Saturday, September 15. PKD is Polycystic Kidney Disease.

The walk takes place at Southlake Town Square's city park in front of City Hall. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The children's walk is at 9 a.m. followed by the regular walk at 9:30 a.m. Activities include music, refreshments, children's games and a raffle.

To register, visit www.pkdcure.org and select "walk." For more information, contact Carolyn Morris at 817-488-6650.

Bob Jones Nature Center Hosts August Activity

Bob Jones Nature Center is hosting a talk on Living with Coyotes by John Davis, Urban Biologist. The event takes place Saturday, August 11 at 10:30 a.m. at The Lodge at Bicentennial Park. Seating is limited to 25. RSVP to 817-431-8850.

Since 1994, Mr. Davis has worked for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department as an Urban Biologist in the Dallas Fort Worth area. His job entails providing educational programs and technical assistance about wildlife habitat to city officials, Parks Departments, regional planners, local schools, homeowner associations, corporations, etc. Animal behavior and behavioral ecology fascinates Mr. Davis. He has focused his energies on learning how an animal's behavior fits with its ecological niche especially how wildlife utilizes the urban environment.

Can we learn to coexist with coyotes? Enjoy an informative talk with Mr. Davis on how we can adapt to having these creature share the suburbs with us.

Upcoming Bob Jones Nature Center events:

September:

  • Photography Hike with Paul Scudder, professional photographer – September 8
  • The 2007 Bob Jones Nature Center Photography Contest begins - September 15
  • Fall Discovery Class, series for ages 4 to 10 begins - September 9

October:

  • Star Party with the Fort Worth Astronomical Society – October 20


Shop At Barnes & Noble, Benefit Young Artists Of Texas

Young Artists of Texas (YAT) is a non-profit organization that educates and promotes artists ages 18-25.

Support YAT by using a voucher at Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Southlake Town Square August 17, 18 and 19. For more information, or to obtain a voucher, visit www.yatgallery.org.

 

OfficeMax Celebrates Educator Appreciation Days

OfficeMax Educator Appreciation Days are August 2, 3 and 4. Carroll educators are invited to stop by OfficeMax's Southlake location during store hours to receive a special totebag with various items. Supplies are limited so come early! OfficeMax is located at 2901 East Highway 114 in Southlake. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m .Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Carroll ISD teachers can also register for the Educator Appreciation Days Sweepstakes by presenting their MaxPerks for Teachers card. The cards are free and available at the store or, register online at www.officemax.com/maxperks.


Construction Kickoff Breakfast Held At Bob Jones

Children, representing the future, drive the last nail into a commemorative board officially starting the remodel of the Bob Jones Nature Center building.

Southlake Mayor Andy Wambsganss and members of the Southlake City Council, SPDC, Parks Board, Bob Jones Nature Center board, City staff and BJNC Members enjoyed a Construction Kickoff Breakfast to celebrate the start of remodel work and site improvements to the Bob Jones Nature Center.

The property will be closed until February 2008 when construction is expected to be complete. An April grand opening is being planned.

 

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