Farmers Branch Elementary Celebrated First Day of School on Aug. 20. Students were greeted with cheers from staff and chalk drawings to show them the path to the entrance of FBE. View more photos of the first day of school in our Flickr gallery.
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Farmers Branch Elementary Staff Ready for 2018-2019
The Farmers Branch Elementary Mustangs are celebrating 50 years of education in Farmers Branch. The Mustang staff attended the Opening of School Ceremonies on Aug. 13, preparing to begin the new school year.
Share Your First Day of School 2018 Photos
Getting ready for the first day of school and you want your students to be CFB famous? As you share your photos on social media, be sure to use the hashtag #cfbfirstday so we can find your photos.
Some hints and tricks for awesome photos of the first day of school:
- Hold your phone horizontally – lefty-righty. We almost never use vertical-oriented photos on our website… plus horizontal photos tend to look better (trust us)
- Do not pinch to zoom with your fingers on your smartphone screen. Zoom in by walking closer to your student. Zooming with your fingers uses “digital zoom” which looks very grainy.
- Natural light is best – ambient sunlight is a good look
- Check your smartphone for a portrait mode – this often results in amazing shots in almost any light.
- Pose your student with their new teacher, or in front of the school sign or as they board the bus. Use your creativity and let the background tell the story along with your smiling student.
View our growing collection of First Day of School 2018-2019 Photos in our Flickr Gallery.
CFB Students Attend 2018 Lone Star Leadership Academy Camps
Seven students from CFBISD were among those selected from across the state to attend the 2018 Lone Star Leadership Academy Camps. One thousand, one hundred twenty-one outstanding 4th-8th graders participated in Education in Action’s summer 2018 Lone Star Leadership Academy camps. Additionally, 24 student alumni returned to serve in a leadership role as youth facilitators. These young leaders were selected for the Academy camps based on demonstrated academic success and leadership ability. Additionally, they received an educator recommendation, and demonstrated involvement in school/community activities. The participating students, representing communities across Texas, traveled to Dallas/Fort Worth (4th, 5th & 6th graders), Austin/San Antonio (5th, 6th & 7th graders), and Houston/Galveston (6th, 7th & 8thgraders) to take part in the camps.
During the weeklong camps, the students developed leadership skills while learning about the state of Texas. Participants experienced what they are learning in school through visits to notable and historically significant Texas sites.
Where the camps are held
Venues included places such as the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, and the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. Other locales include the offices of participants’ state legislators at the Texas State Capitol, the Supreme Court of Texas, bat watching on the Lone Star Riverboat, and The Alamo and more. In addition, professionals at sites visited introduced students to a wide variety of unique careers during each camp.
The Lone Star Leadership Academy experience provides a unique opportunity for outstanding students to learn about Texas leaders and what it means to be from the Lone Star State. Participants discuss what they learn, complete problem solving and decision-making simulations, exercise creativity, and practice presentation skills in Leadership Groups. In addition, participants have fun meeting other students and making new friends while adding to their resume of academic achievements.
About the organization
Education in Action is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young people to be informed and active leaders in their communities. Students involved in student government and service organizations are especially good candidates for the camps. Educators are invited to nominate their outstanding 4th-8th graders for Lone Star Leadership Academy camps online at www.educationinaction.org/nominate. Adult/student ratio is one to 10 and all facilitators are Texas educators. For more information, call 817-562-4957, or visit www.educationinaction.org/lone-star-leadership-academy.
From McCoy Elementary, 5th graders Syndey Lewis, Carter Norton, and Noah Stewart attended the academy camps. From Polk Middle School, 6th grader Gavin Bloom represented the Eagles, and 4th graders Vivian Lewis and Lola Poetschke represented Stark Elementary.
Metrocrest Services Hosts Back to School Extravaganza
Metrocrest Services held its annual Back to School Extravaganza at Perry Middle Scool on Aug. 16. School supplies, backpacks, and school uniforms were provided for CFB students in need. Additionally, vision tests, dental exams, and immunizations were offered. The mission of Metrocrest Services is to provide programs for individuals, families, and seniors that lead to self-sufficiency and foster independence. They serve students and other community members in the CFB area.
La Villita Coach Wins Gold Medal at IFAF 2018
La Villita Elementary coach, Vanita Krouch, just took the gold medal at the International Federation of American Football – IFAF 2018 World Championships. Known affectionately as “Coach V” by her students, Krouch represented the United States when she competed at the event in Panama City, Panama Aug. 9-12.
Community Pep Rally
The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is hosting a free community pep rally on Wednesday, August 22 to celebrate athletics and fine arts at Creekview, Ranchview, Smith and Turner High Schools.
We want to invite the whole community to show their support and fill Standridge Stadium. It is your chance to meet our teams and see special performances from our students. You can also win awesome prizes throughout the night. Did we also mention… hot dogs?
The free event starts at 7 PM. We hope to see you there.
CFBISD Rated a “B” by the State of Texas; What Does that Really Mean?
The Texas Education Agency released the new A-F rating system for school districts in Texas today. CFBISD received a “B” rating. What does that really mean? To the teachers and staff, our “B” is for believe, beyond, belong, better and bright.
In CFB, we believe that every student can achieve at high levels, Our staff believes in helping students reach their goals no matter the extra effort. We believe in each other as staff members and we care for one another. We believe.
In CFB, we push our students beyond what they think they can accomplish. Our staff members go above and beyond for our students and families. In CFB, we will do whatever it takes for our students to grow and achieve at high levels.
It is critical that students feel that they have a place where they belong. In our world full of strife, students in CFB will feel loved and valued. They will find a place where there is kindness and where teachers and students care.
In CFB, we always strive to be better. Status quo is not an option for us. We are always looking for ways we can improve our craft in order to help our students achieve at even higher levels. We will never stop learning: Learn more, Achieve more.
Bright is a word that comes to mind when you think of CFB. The future is bright for all our students. With the implementation of innovative programs, technology and phenomenal teaching, CFB is poised to reach new heights.
So, the State of Texas says CFB is a “B” and we are proud of it. We believe in kids. We will go above and beyond. Our students will find a place to belong. Status quo is not an option – we will be better through continuous improvement. Our future is bright in CFB.
Below is our official press release……
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Strategic Communications, cfbinfo@cfbisd.edu, 972-968-6100
August 15, 2018
State of Texas Releases A-F Ratings for Districts
(Carrollton, TX) The Texas Education Agency released the new A-F ratings for school districts today. The Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD received a “B” rating with all campuses reaching the highest rating of “Met Standard.”
The 85th Texas Legislature passed House Bill 22, establishing three domains for measuring the academic performance of districts and campuses: Student Achievement, School Progress, and Closing Achievement Gaps. Districts will receive a rating of A, B, C, D, or F for overall performance, as well as for performance in each domain, on August 15, 2018. Campuses will receive A–F ratings beginning in August 2019.
While CFBISD is proud of a positive rating from TEA, the District agrees with the Texas Association of School Administrators when it says, “Texas students would be better served by a comprehensive community-based accountability system that looks beyond high-stakes, multiple-choice tests to meaningful assessments that have value for students, parents, and teachers, as well as measures what each community deems important in promoting college and career readiness.”
CFBISD is committed to high achievement for each student and will continue to focus on meeting the individual needs of each student that we serve.
Texas Education Agency A-F Resources: https://tea.texas.gov/A-F/
Texas Association of School Administrators A-F Talking Points: https://www.tasanet.org/cms/lib/TX01923126/Centricity/Domain/393/A-F-talkingpoints-2018.pdf
Furneaux Staff Excited to Start 2018-2019
The staff at Furneaux Elementary are back and getting ready to welcome back all their little Braves. Faculty and staff are looking forward to another wonderful school year.
Student Nutrition Awards 2018
Foodservice employees from across the district gathered to honor excellence in their field at the Student Nutrition Awards 2018. Employees were recognized for perfect attendance and safety, as well as operational effectiveness.