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Troyanns Sweep 2018 Regionals

Posted/span> on February 12, 2018 in Athletics, District News, Smith High School

Troyanns Sweep 2018 Regionals

The Newman Smith High School Troyanns Sweep 2018 Regionals over the weekend. The American Dance / Drill Team Regionals were held in Padre Island on Feb. 10. Troyanns Director, Brittany Claypool, stated that the Troyanns “fought through injury and illness to dominate the competition and brought home awards in every category.”

Team Awards
Sweepstakes and Gussie Nell Davis Award (93 or above in all routines)
Judges Awards (90 or above from all judges) for all team routines (Pom, Military, Prop, Contemporary)
WOW Factor Award for Team Prop (hand picked by the judges to perform again during the awards ceremony)
Outstanding Team (voted on by the teams)
Best Overall Precision
Best Overall Technique
Best Overall Choreography
Best Overall Presentation
First Runner Up Best in Class Team
3rd Place Team Overall

Officer Awards
Sweepstakes and Gussie Nell Davis Award
Judges Awards for all officer routines (Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz)
Best Overall Precision
Best Overall Technique
Best Overall Choreography
Best Overall Presentation
Best in Class Officers
2nd Place Officers Overall

Individual Awards
Nia Simpson-Solo Finalist: 3rd Runner Up
Lasante Mitchell-Solo Finalist: 5th Runner Up

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Ranchview High School – Taste of Ranchview

Posted/span> on February 12, 2018 in District News, Ranchview

When: Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 5:30 P.M.- 7:30 P.M.
Where: Ranchview High School (8401 Valley Ranch Parkway E, Irving, TX 75063)

Tickets ON SALE NOW!

$7 in advance, $10 at the door

Tickets can be purchased from any Ranchview or Barbara Bush band student! (or call Jesse Showalter at 972-968-5000 or email Luke Erlenbusch – lerlenbusch@yahoo.com)

Enjoy an evening sampling food and beverages from local restaurants, purchasing items at the silent auction, and enjoying the sounds of the award-winning Barbara Bush Middle School and Ranchview High School Bands!

Local restaurants include: The Original Pancake House, Buttermilk Sky (Pie Shop), Crisp Salad, Newk’s Eatery, Nothing Bundt Cakes, On The Border, Raising Cane’s, Cuppa Espresso Bar, Zevia, The Plain Ole Salsa Company, Jason’s Deli

We hope to see you all there!

Click here to see what else is going on at Ranchview

Parent Education – Dyslexia

Posted/span> on February 9, 2018 in Barbara Bush, Blair, Blalack, Blanton, Carrollton, Central, Country Place, Creekview, Davis, District News, Early College, Farmers Branch, Field, Freeman, Furneaux, Good, Kent, La Villita, Landry, Las Colinas, Long, Mary Grimes Center, McCoy, McKamy, McLaughlin, McWhorter, Perry, Polk, Rainwater, Ranchview, Riverchase, Rosemeade, Sheffield, Smith High School, Stark, Thompson, Turner High School

Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is hosting its dyslexia parent education program on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. in the Carrollton Room of the Educational Services Division Complex (Building B) located at 1820 Pearl Street, Carrollton, TX 75006.

Please plan to spend approximately one hour learning about the needs of dyslexia students and how these needs are addressed in the classroom.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

Web Accessibility Survey

Posted/span> on February 8, 2018 in Accessibility, District News

Web Accessibility Survey

Parents and Families,

In an effort to make the District’s website more accessible to parents and families, please take a few moments to answer a short survey on web accessibility – including our online content and functionality.

Survey

The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (CFBISD) is committed to making its information and communication technologies accessible to individuals with disabilities in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act by meeting or exceeding the requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. The District shall ensure that all new, updated, and existing District web pages are accessible to all persons, including those with disabilities.

https://go.cfbisd.edu/accessibility/

NSHS Hosts College Signing Day 2018

Posted/span> on February 8, 2018 in Athletics, District News, Smith High School

NSHS Hosts College Signing Day 2018

NSHS hosts College Signing Day 2018, where the spotlight shines on students for their athletic and academic achievements. Three students from Newman Smith High School signed on the dotted line for National Signing Day. These athletes receive scholarships to attend college because of their high academic performance as well as athletic achievements in their respective sports. NSHS senior, Faith Wesley, signed with Western Texas College in Snyder, TX, to play soccer. Additionally, class of 2018 Trojan, Autumn Parades, signed to play softball with Langston University in Langston, Oklahoma. Furthermore, NSHS senior, Kourtney Kwasnick, signed with the East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, TX, to play softball. Finally, Trojan senior, Andre Overton, signed to play football with Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX. Coaches spoke at the event, praising each athlete’s drive for their sport and for their strong academic record.

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RLT Hosts College Signing Day 2018

Posted/span> on February 7, 2018 in Athletics, District News, Turner High School

RLT Hosts College Signing Day 2018

RLT hosts College Signing Day 2018, where the spotlight shines on students for their athletic and academic achievements. Three students from R. L. Turner High School signed on the dotted line for National Signing Day. These athletes receive scholarships to attend college because of their high academic performance as well as athletic achievements in their respective sports. RLT senior, Nic Carbajal, signed with Howard Payne University in Brownwood, TX, to play football. Additionally, class of 2018 lion, Logan Davis, also signed to play football with HPU. Furthermore, RLT senior, Guy Esquivel, signed with the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX, to play soccer. Coaches spoke at the event, praising each athlete’s drive for their sport and for their strong academic record.

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Ranchview Hosts College Signing Day 2018

Posted/span> on February 7, 2018 in Athletics, District News, Ranchview

Ranchview Hosts College Signing Day 2018

Ranchview hosts College Signing Day 2018, where the spotlight shines on students for their athletic and academic achievements. Three students from Ranchview High School signed on the dotted line for National Signing Day. These athletes receive scholarships to attend college because of their high academic performance as well as athletic achievements in their respective sports. RHS senior, Elyssa Gibson, signed with Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX, to play soccer. Additionally, class of 2018 lady wolf, Caitlin Mahoney, signed to play volleyball with Austin College in Sherman, TX. Furthermore, RHS senior, Sarodorick Thompson, signed with Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX, to play football. Coaches spoke at the event, praising each athlete’s drive for their sport and for their strong academic record.

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Dallas Zoo Visits Sheffield Elementary

Posted/span> on February 6, 2018 in District News, Sheffield

Dallas Zoo Visits Sheffield Elementary

With the help of Angela Ross, Vice President of AT&T External Affairs and Council Member Sandy Greyson, the Dallas Zoo visits Sheffield Elementary. Animal guests included a barn owl, a black and white tegu lizard, a serval cat, a radiated tortoise, an African crested porcupine, and a penguin.

The AVID System at Polk Middle School

Posted/span> on February 6, 2018 in District News, Polk

The AVID System at Polk Middle School

The Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) System at Polk Middle School is committed to preparing students for college readiness and success in a global society. Watch what Polk students and staff have to say about AVID’s impact on their campus.

Learn More About an AVID Student by Clicking Here

Creekview Department of Dance & MGDC Present Spring Dance Workshop

Posted/span> on January 31, 2018 in Creekview, District News, Fine Arts

Moving Ground Dance Company and the Creekview Department of Dance are excited to present our annual dance workshop, featuring artistic dance!

Your child will learn contemporary modern dance and hip hop as well as rhythmic exercises and body conditioning. This event is for boys and girls, and we encourage all to join us! There will be a performance for parents at 11:30 am in the gym.

A dance clinic t-shirt is included, plus a snack & drink at break time.

Please complete the registration form below and mail it along with payment to the address at the bottom of the page, or bring it to register on-site. We accept cash or money order. Walk-ins are welcome!

Clinic will be held in the Creekview High School Dance Hall – 3201 Old Denton Road, next to the Gymnasiums.
Attire is exercise wear, bare feet for modern, tennis shoes for hip hop, and long hair should be in a ponytail.

All proceeds from this event will be used to help fund travel to the National High School Dance Festival, costumes and dance expenses for the company.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Registration FormClick to Download

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