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District News

JISD Master Facilities Plan Approved
The JISD Board of Trustees approved the
plan put forth by the Facilities Committee
to address facilities needs in the district.

Jacksonville Daily Progress
Sax Man
JHS 2010 Graduate Jose Barrientos recently
received the UIL State Solo and Ensemble contest
Outstanding Performer award.

Jacksonville Daily Progress
Martinez named Compass Center principal
Native Texan Faustina Martinez begins work as
Jacksonville Independent School District’s
Compass Center July 19.

JMS Science Club Galveston Trip Photos!
Visit the JMS Science Club website for
photos of the students who recently traveled
to Galveston to learn about opportunities in
the field of science.

JISD Releases Results of Demographic Study
JISD Demographic Study
The JISD Board of Trustees heard the
results of the demographic study performed
by Dallas firm School District Strategies
at the Feb. 15 board meeting. Download a copy
of the study here.

Nichols College Fair 2010
Nichols Students Mull College Choices
6th graders had an opportunity to meet
college representatives as they start considering
the not-so-distant future.

Literacy Council Spelling Bee
Team JISD takes Spirit Stick
at Literacy Council Bee
The Annual Jacksonville Literacy Council Spelling
Bee featured two teams from JISD and
a crowd of JISD supporters who made the
most noise. We have posted a photo album and
a link to coverage in the
Jacksonville Daily Progress.

Jacksonville Daily Progress
JHS Band Makes Sweepstakes
The Jacksonville High School band has made
University Interscholastic League Sweepstakes
for the third year in a row.

J-briefs, April 14, 2010
The Jacksonville High School student-produced
news program takes a look at the Geocaching
projects at the high school, TAKS
testing, the U.S. Census, and some
interesting facts about Spring. Watch it now!

JHS Art Contest winners honored.
Art Contest Winners Honored by Chamber
Winners of the JHS Art Contest sponsored
by the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce were
recently recognized. The winning artwork will be
featured on the city and county map.

JHS Class of '79 Makes a Difference!
The JHS Class of 1979 is challenging
other graduating classes and groups to support
the Jacksonville Education Foundation.

JHS Students Qualify for UIL Academic Regional Meet
JHS Students Qualify for UIL
Academic Regional Meet
Four members of the JHS academic UIL
team qualify to advance to the regional
academic meet to be held at the
University of North Texas on April 24.

Tyler Morning Telegraph, April 9, 2010
Jacksonville ISD Seeks Community Input
On 10-Year Master Plan
Jacksonville ISD is forming a community group
to help write a 10-year master plan
for district facility needs.

U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Schools Program
Two JISD campuses nominated for
Blue Ribbon honors
Jacksonville's West Side Elementary and Fred
Douglass Elementary 2 of 26 nominated in the
state of Texas

Influential Indian Program
Jacksonville Education Foundation Now
Accepting Online Donations
Honor an educator who has made a difference
in your life by making them an Influential Indian!

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Policy Search the online manual containing policies governing the operation of Jacksonville Independent School District.

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District News

Information Start here for general information about Jacksonville Independent School District. Includes links to school calendars, student handbook, school supply lists, State Academic Accountability Ratings and more...

Board of Trustees Meet the Board of Trustees, check the schedule for the next Board meeting and read summaries of previous Board meetings.

Campuses and Facilities Visit Jacksonville ISD campus and facilities web pages.

Policy Search the online manual containing policies governing the operation of Jacksonville Independent School District.

District History Explore the rich history of Jacksonville ISD and view photographs and historical information.

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