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Summer
School and Summer Camps
 Information is available on the web about summer
school, summer, camps, athletic camps, and more for students in
the Irving ISD district ...
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6-20-08 |
Summer Virtual Course - Online Health
 The
online Health course is being offered again this Summer. This course offers
students a flexible learning opportunity through a challenging, relevant
online format that will lead them toward completion of their graduation
plans. This will provide those students with greater
flexibility in scheduling classes/electives by getting this required
half-credit completed. Also 1/2 of the summer tuition
will be reimbursed if the student makes a passing grade in this
course. |
6-20-08 |
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KickStart
Punching and kicking their way to a disciplined and
drug-free life style. Students at two Irving ISD middle school
take classes in martial arts through a program called KickStart.
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6-16-08 |
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Rene Saldana Visits de Zavala
Author Rene Saldana Jr. read from his short stories to
eighth graders at de Zavala Middle School to give them a new take on
literature through the words of the author.
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6-16-08 |
StudentConnection Pilot
 (Pilot for: MacArthur,
Lamar, Gilbert, and Townsell)
This year
we are piloting the StudentConnection for the 4 campuses above
where students can login to the Irving ISD GradeSpeed system and be able to view their
grades, attendance, etc. Upon successful completion of
this pilot, Irving ISD hopes to be able to open this service to more
schools. |
6-09-08 |
2008-2009 School Calendar Approved
 The
Irving ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2008-2009 school calendar at
the March 21st board meeting. The calendar includes 177 days of
instruction for students and 185 work days for
teachers ... |
6-09-08 |
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6-09-08 |
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5-30-08 |
Java Makes Me Jump!
 Attention
middle school students! Java Makes Me Jump is a monthly IISD
middle school student event held at Barnes and Noble bookstore in the
Irving Mall each month from 6−7 p.m. Come out to hear about
books, play a game, win door prizes, get a free drink from Barnes and
Noble, and hang out with your friends. There is a theme each month − ask
your librarian or check the Java website!
www.irvingisd.net/java |
5-30-08 |
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Report Card and Academic Eligibility
Calendar Posted
• Communicates when progress reports and report cards
are sent home...
• Communicates dates when a student can lose/regain
UIL Eligibility...
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5-30-08 |
Special Ticket
Prices
 (May
10) The
Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra welcomes Irving ISD staff, faculty and
students to purchase tickets for
$5.00 (family tickets can also be
purchased at this price) ... This week come hear Daniel del Pino
(pianist) who has already performed in all five continents. His
performances have been heard in the most prestigious venues all over
Europe, in Morocco, Jordan, Israel, Gabon, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil,
Australia, and in the U.S. |
5-12-08 |
DigiGirlz
High Tech Camp
 (Attention: 8th graders going into 9th grade next year)
Microsoft will be hosting the DigiGirlz High Tech Camp in Las Colinas
(Irving) on August 12-14, 2008 Our mission is to introduce 9th-12th grade
girls to the many career fields offered within the High Tech industry.
This is an exciting two-day experience and
it’s completely FREE of charge. You must submit a letter of
recommendation from your teacher or counselor, or from a leader in your
extracurricular or community organization in order to participate. Space
is limited so apply early! |
5-12-08 |
Empowered Education Student Video Awards
 (April
30 deadline) Here's your chance to give talented young people
a rich learning experience that expands their horizons with technology
while deepening their understanding of how America works. To
qualify, students make a three-to-five minute original video on
the theme of "How Technology Helps Me Learn." Winning
entries will be those produced by students in the best journalistic
style illustrating how their schools or colleges are employing
technology to advance learning. |
5-05-08 |
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4-30-08 |
2nd Draft 2008-2009 School
Calendar
 Attached
for review with staff, parents and community members is a revised
DRAFT#2 2008-2009 school calendar. The calendar is a result of
discussion with the Board of Trustees during the March 10 Noon Work
Session. Provided is a summary chart
comparing the 2008-2009 DRAFT calendars.
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4-21-08 |
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ICE Awards Ceremony
Video of the Eighth Annual Irving Celebration of
Excellence (ICE) Awards Ceremony held February 28, 2008.
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4-01-08 |
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UT Arlington Summer
Camps
 (March
31 deadline) The
University of Texas at Arlington College of Engineering is offering a
variety of summer camps and workshops for students (from 6th - 12th
grade). Camps are one week in duration and provide students with a
broad exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines.
Engineering and Computer Science Camp
for students 11th or 12th grade
in the Fall of 2008
Autonomous Vehicles Summer Workshops
for students entering the 6th - 10th
grade in the Fall of 2008 |
4-01-08 |
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3-31-08 |
Special
Ticket
Prices
 The
Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra would like to extend a special
$5.00 ticket
offer to all IISD faculty, staff and students. (Tickets must be
bought in advance.) The Las Colinas Symphony
Orchestra presents FIVE PLAY Diva Jazz Quintet on Saturday, March
15 at 8:00 p.m. in the Irving Arts Center Carpenter Hall. |
3-17-08 |
Musical "Bye Bye Birdie"
 Come
join the Irving High School Department of Performing Arts as they
present "Bye Bye Birdie" on March 11, 13, and 14 in the Irving High
School auditorium. Adult tickets are $12 and senior/student
tickets are $7. For more information call 972-273-8384 or
972-273-8335. |
3-17-08 |
Lone Star
Leadership Academy
 (March
1 deadline) Education in Action offers summer
Lone Star Leadership Academy programs for outstanding Texas
5th-8th graders. Participants develop
leadership skills and experience what they are learning in
school through visits to significant Texas sites. Program
facilitators are Texas teachers. These weeklong residential
programs are Monday-Friday and are offered throughout the
summer... |
3-17-08 |
 Technology
Media Fair Winners Posted
We had over 600 entries at the district level, with over
two-hundred 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Over sixty 1st
place student winners will continue on to the state contest
this month. Please use the above link to view your campus
winners to see how they placed. |
3-17-08 |
Draft 2008-2009 School
Calendar
The
provided DRAFT 2008-2009 Calendar is to be shared with staff, parents,
and community as their opportunity to provide feedback. Plans are to
report preliminary results during subsequent Noon Work Sessions during
the month of March... |
3-11-08 |
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Spelling Bee - Nimitz Cluster
January 24, 2008
The Nimitz High School cluster held its annual
Spelling Bee in the Administration
Building Board Room.
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2-25-08 |
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Spelling Bee - MacArthur Cluster
January 23, 2008
The MacArthur High School
cluster held its annual Spelling Bee in the Administration Building
Board Room.
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2-25-08 |
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Spelling Bee - Irving High Cluster
The Irving High School cluster held its annual Spelling
Bee on January 15, 2008, in the Administration Building Board Room.
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2-25-08 |
OPEN
HOUSE for Technology Media Fair
An open house for the
district's Technology Media Fair will be held on January 31st at
Bowie Middle School to let parents and students come view the entries in
the 2007-2008 Technology Media Fair. Winners of the twelve
categories will be announced that evening ... so come join the fun! |
2-01-08 |
College Planning Meeting Announced
 Middle
school and high school students and their families who want to get a
head start on planning for college should not miss a special
presentation that will take place Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at
6:30 p.m. in the Irving High School Auditorium. Created by the
Texas state GEAR UP project, the information at this meeting can help
students and families understand the kinds of information that colleges
need as part of their application for admission... |
1-30-08 |
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1-22-08 |
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1-11-08 |
 Holiday
Fine Arts Schedule
Several IISD schools will present concerts, musicals and
other programs for the holidays. Use this link to find a schedule of
IISD fine arts holiday events. |
1-04-08 |
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1-04-08 |
2007-2008
Technology Media Fair
Now is the time to start planning and preparing your Technology
Media Fair entries. Projects can be submitted by students and staff
alike in the Fall of 2007. There are twelve categories that
can help you decide what areas you feel you excel in! We
know you have some excellent projects in mind! |
12-21-07 |
Academy Craft Fair
 The
Academy of Irving is proud to present our 3rd Annual Academy Craft Fair
on December 8th from 9am−4pm. We have over 50 confirmed crafters
and vendors. Also Santa’s play land will be open the whole day for
the kids play for two hours while parents shop. Santa is dropping
by from 10am−2pm to take pictures with the little ones! |
12-10-07 |
Nimitz Madrigal Feaste and
Concert
 Nimitz
High School Choir Department proudly presents its annual Madrigal Feaste
on December 6, 7 and 8 at 7:00 pm at
Nimitz High School. Reserve tickets early as seating is limited. |
12-10-07 |
Special
Symphony Ticket
Prices
 For
this concert, students, faculty and staff will be allowed to purchase
tickets for $5.
The Las Colinas
Symphony Orchestra would like to present Irving ISD with a special
opportunity to attend the Saturday, November 17 concert featuring
Celeste Golden.
Celeste
Golden, Bronze Medalist in the 2006 International Violin
Competition of Indianapolis, began her musical studies at the age of
three and made... |
11-19-07 |
Free Concert for Irving ISD Students, Staff and Community
 (November
1, 2007) Music Matters!
by the Metropolitan Winds.
The Metropolitan Winds is hosting a Free Concert for Irving ISD
students, staff, and community on Thursday, November 1, 2007 at
MacArthur High School Auditorium. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
The music will be quite varied and will keep the interest of the young
and the "not-so-young" alike. This will not be a formal concert - no
tuxedos on the stage; it will be a family event. Come as you are and
enjoy the music! |
11-2-07 |
Barrage Performs at Nimitz on October 18
 Barrage
is a high-octane fiddle-fest that features an international,
multi-talented cast performing an eclectic mix of music, song and dance.
Barrage has entertained millions of people around the globe . Fans in
Europe, Asia and North America have enjoyed Barrage at International
Festivals, Concert Performances, Special Events and TV appearances... |
10-19-07 |
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10-15-07 |
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Online Classes
Summer school without coming to school? Well, they
do meet once a week at IHS but the students taking online health this
summer do most of their school work on their own time ...
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9-19-07 |
Gifted & Talented
Showcase of Talent
(Monday, MARCH 26th)
The best of the best of your GT children’s
accomplishments are showcased in a “FAIR LIKE” atmosphere with fun,
games, door prizes, popcorn, drinks, pickles, and surprises. The
Showcase enables all the schools to share their wonderful projects they have
accomplished throughout the year. See all the booths from the participating
schools... |
3-27-07 |
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