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CFBISD Rated a “B” by the State of Texas; What Does that Really Mean?

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

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CFB Kicks off Opening of School Ceremonies 2018

CFB Kicks off Opening of School Ceremonies 2018Staff and teachers across the district assembled to kick off 2018 with the Opening of School Ceremonies. The keynote speaker was Leslie Milder of Friends of Texas Public Schools (FOTPS). Milder, founder of FOTPS and a high school teacher, spoke to staff about the importance of loving what you do and spreading the message of the good things happening in CFBISD. Students from CFB high schools spoke and performed at the event, encouraging staff and teachers as they begin the upcoming school year. Superintendent, Dr. John E. Chapman, III, spoke of the importance of the impact that staff members have on students and their parents. From the front line staff, custodians, bus drivers, and maintenance crew  – to teachers, Dr. Chapman encouraged staff to “Be the Exception.”

View photos from this event in our Flickr Gallery.

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Dallas Stars’ Marty Turco Trains CFB PE Teachers

Dallas Stars' Marty Turco Trains CFB P.E. TeachersMarty Turco, a nine-year Goaltender for the Dallas Stars, presented skills and drills to CFBISD physical education teachers at Learn More Achieve More 2018. Turco is currently the Chairman and President of the Dallas Stars Foundation and works directly with school districts to bring a hockey experience to all students. CFBISD is the recipient of more than $50,000.00 worth of grants and physical education equipment from the Stars Foundation.

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Michael Finley Foundation Hosts 3-Week Academy at Long Middle School

Michael Finley Foundation Hosts 3-Week Academy at Long Middle SchoolThe Michael Finley Foundation hosted their annual G.I.F.T.4.S. for summer at Long Middle School. Forty students from Long took part in a 3-week academy.  The last day consisted of academics in the morning and a celebration in the afternoon. Students were selected based on the application criteria and parents who committed to supporting their children through the summer and throughout the school year.

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New RHS Teachers Ready to Meet Students

New RHS Teachers Ready to Meet StudentsTeachers new to Ranchview High School came to campus on Aug. 8 for a full day of training. They are eager to welcome all of the wolves back to school on Aug. 20 as they learn what it means to be part of the RHS Wolf Pack. The recurring theme of the RHS teaching team is to strive to be teachers who inspire students to accomplish what they never dreamed possible. Well known educator, William Arthur Ward, stated that “the mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” The teachers at Ranchview are looking forward to inspiring the Wolves as they start the 2018-2019 school year.

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