ECHS Makes ERP Honor Roll. In collaboration with Educational Results Partnership (ERP), the Institute for Productivity in Education presents the Texas Honor Roll. The Honor Roll recognizes public schools for demonstrating consistently higher levels of student academic achievement, improvement over time, and reduction in achievement gaps among ethnic minority and socioeconomically disadvantaged students. Honor Roll is the only school recognition program in the state using only student achievement outcomes as the criteria. For high schools, Honor Roll recognition also includes college and career readiness measures. ERP has announced that Early College High School earned the Honor Roll distinction for the 2016-2017 school year.
Ranchview Summer Reading
Good Elementary Teacher is Texas Finalist for 2018 PAEMST
Good Elementary teacher, Ellaree Lehman, is a Texas finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) program. PAEMST is the highest award for kindergarten through 12th-grade mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers can receive from the U.S. government. Nominees complete a rigorous application process that requires them to demonstrate their excellence in content knowledge and ability to adapt to a broad range of learners and teaching environments. Established by Congress in 1983, the President may recognize up to 108 exemplary teachers each year.
A panel of distinguished mathematicians, scientists, and educators at the state and national levels assess the applications before recommending nominees to OSTP. Teachers are selected based on their distinction in the classroom and dedication to improving STEM education.
Recipients of the award receive the following:
- A certificate signed by the President of the United States.
- A paid trip to Washington, D.C., to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities.
- A $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation.
- An opportunity to build lasting partnerships with colleagues across the nation.
Ms. Lehman is one of three finalists from Texas. The final winner will be announced in January 2019, after national judging.
CFB Community Welcomes New Superintendent
CFBISD and the CFB community welcomes the new Superintendent, Dr. John Chapman. Dr. Chapman was formerly the superintendent of Ennis ISD. He began his role as CFB Superintendent on July 9, 2018. CFB Ambassadors, administrators, and members of the CFB community came to meet Dr. Chapman and welcome him as the newest member of the CFB family.
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Back to School
Creating Challenges at SAGE 5-7
Students identified as Gifted and Talented have the option to attend SAGE at Perry Middle School during the summer. Students in grades 5-7 in SAGE 5-7 class are collaborating to make a Rube Goldberg machine. Rube Goldberg, was a cartoonist, sculptor, author, engineer, and inventor. Goldberg is best known for a series of popular cartoons depicting complicated gadgets that perform simple tasks in indirect, convoluted ways, giving rise to the term “Rube Goldberg machines” for any similar gadget or process. Using cardboard, plastic cups, tape, wood, pulleys, and other objects, students in SAGE 5-7 are building their own version of a Rube Goldberg machine they plan on presenting to the open house on June 29. This is just one of many projects these students engage in as they solidify their understanding of more complex topics for their age-group. SAGE classes will continue through June 29.
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Fun and Fitness at Exploration Academy
Students attending Exploration Academy at Perry Middle School this summer have the option to take two enrichment classes in their areas of interest. Students in Mr. Castillo’s “Fun and Fitness” class have the opportunity to participate in athletic skill development, lead-up games, various sports, and individual and team sports. Students will be exposed to lifelong physical activities which will carry over as they grow. The class promotes the spirit of cooperation, leadership, fair play, and friendly competition with an emphasis on fun. Exploration Academy classes will continue through June 29.
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Fun and Games at Exploration Academy
Students attending Exploration Academy at Perry Middle School this summer have the option to take two enrichment classes in their areas of interest. Students in Ms. Yother’s’ “Fun and Games” class are participating in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns as they play tag, soccer, basketball, hockey, and other games. Students will get into fitness stations daily, while strengthening their muscles and improving their flexibility. Students will also have the opportunity to learn to juggle. Exploration Academy classes will continue through June 29.
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Strategy at Work at SAGE 2
Students identified as Gifted and Talented have the option to attend SAGE at Perry Middle School during the summer. Second-grade students in SAGE 2 class are using their brains strategically. Learning and playing chess allows the students to have fun while also upping their strategy game in thinking out their partner’s possible future moves. This is just one of many activities these students engage in as they solidify their understanding of more complex topics for their age-group. SAGE classes will continue through June 29.
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Culinary Kids at Exploration Academy
Students attending Exploration Academy at Perry Middle School this summer have the option to take two enrichment classes in their areas of interest. Students in Ms. Marrs’ “Culinary Kids” class are learning kitchen safety, collaboration, and hands-on cooking. Students learn the basic kitchen environment and food preparation skills. Students cook every day, using real stoves and ovens, and are able to sample each of their creations. Additionally, students create a recipe book over the course of the class that they can take with them. Exploration Academy classes will continue through June 29.
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