Campus Boundary Change Transition
-
Rezoning Boundaries
Attendance boundary changes will be implemented for the 2024-2025 school year. Beginning in August 2024, a portion of students will be rezoned due to the redrawn boundary lines.Boundary changes for the 2024-2025 school year affect the following Elementary Schools:
- Brown Elementary School
- John Haley Elementary School
- Stipes Elementary School
- Townley Elementary School
Parent Welcome Meetings
Each campus affected by the boundary rezoning will be hosting an important welcome meeting for parents whose students will be attending a new school in the 2024-2025 school year.
Brown Elementary Thursday, April 4 5:30 - 6:30 PM John Haley Elementary Thursday, May 9 5:00 - 7:00 PM Lively Elementary Thursday, April 25 5:30 - 7:30 PM Schulze Elementary Thursday, April 11 5:30 - 7:00 PM Stipes Elementary Tuesday, May 21 5:00 - 7:00 PM Townley Elementary Thursday, May 9 5:00 - 7:00 PM
-
Welcoming Incoming Students
We recognize that change can be challenging, but we are committed to providing comprehensive support to facilitate a smooth transition for your child. This includes orientation sessions, meetings with teachers and staff, and opportunities for students to familiarize themselves with their new learning environment. Our top priority remains the well-being and academic success of every student.
Transportation
Bus transportation arrangements will be made to ensure that your child can travel to your new school with minimal inconvenience. Though transportation to each campus is not guaranteed, eligibility follows existing transportation guidelines and takes into account proximity to the school and additional criteria, in accordance with state and federal law.
See if you qualify for transportation for the 2024-2025 school year.
For new students for the 2023-2024 school year, contact our Transportation Department :
General Education: Michael Westbrook - 972-600-5659
Special Education: Luciana Ceccato - 972-600-5562
Learn more about your New School
-
Brown
Parent Meeting
We will be hosting an important meeting for parents whose students will be attending Brown Elementary in the 2024-2025 school year.
Date: April 4, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
About Brown Elementary
Otis Brown Elementary opened in September 1955. It was called Southwest Ward Elementary when it opened. All the elementary schools had similar directional names at the time. In 1958, the IISD renamed the elementary schools after notable Irvingites. Otis Brown Elementary is named after one of the city of Irving's co-founders. Otis Brown and J.O. Schulze founded the town of Irving in 1903.
Address: 2501 Tenth St. Irving, TX 75060
Mascot: Brown Bears
Mission: The mission of Otis Brown Elementary School is to foster holistic student development and academic success for all students every day through caring teachers meeting student needs.
School Colors: Brown
Meet the Principal
Principal Bloomfield is truly honored to have the privilege to serve as the principal of Brown Elementary. “I am committed to the growth and success of every child and look forward to working collaboratively with the entire Brown community building upon the amazing things that are already in place” says Mrs. Bloomfield.. Mrs. Bloomfield has worked in education for 20 years, starting her career as an ESL teacher. She joined Irving ISD in 2006, working first as a bilingual teacher, bilingual coach, district English Language Learner Specialist, Assistant Principal at Good Elementary school, and she is beginning her fifth year as the Brown Principal. She is a proud mother of three wonderful children who attended Irving ISD schools. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Endicott College Massachusetts and a Master of Education from Southern Methodist University. “I look forward to building strong relationships with the families in our Brown community as we continue to ensure academic excellence for all our students.
She is excited to welcome the new students to the Brown Elementary family.
-
John Haley
Parent Meeting
We will be hosting an important meeting for parents whose students will be attending John Haley Elementary in the 2024-2025 school year.
Date: May 9, 5 - 7 PM
About John Haley Elementary
-
John Haley Elementary, originally known as West Ward Elementary, was opened in 1950. In the early 1950s, Irving ISD determined to name its elementary schools after deserving Irvingites. In 1953, West Ward was renamed in honor of Dr. John Haley.
Address: 1100 Schulze Dr., Irving, TX 75060
Mascot: John Haley Bulldogs
Mission: We engage learners to become critical thinkers, leaders and contributors in a diverse and competitive world.
Vision: Excellence and equity for all.
School Motto: I know I can, you can, we can! ¡Si, se puede!
School Creed: I am a John Haley Bulldog: bold, brave and brilliant. I will treat others with respect, compassion and integrity. I accept responsibility for my learning and strive to meet and exceed expectations. For the education I receive today will make me a leader tomorrow.
School Colors: Purple
Meet the Principal
-
Principal Amaris Bravo was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Pre-School and Elementary Education from the University of Puerto Rico and her master’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. She's been married to her husband, Miguel, since 2002, and has two beautiful children, Victoria and Ian.
Mrs. Bravo moved to Texas in 2000, where she began teaching for Irving ISD. Mrs. Bravo taught at Good Elementary for six years, John Haley for four years and Keyes Elementary for one year as an Academic Specialist. In 2013, Mrs. Bravo started as an assistant principal at Good Elementary, then moved in 2018 to Thomas Haley Elementary.
Principal Bravo is looking forward to welcoming new Britain students to the John Haley family and community, continuing to achieve greatness and DREAM BIG!
-
-
Lively
Parent Meeting
We will be hosting an important meeting for parents whose students will be attending Lively Elementary in the 2024-2025 school year.
Date: April 25, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
About Lively Elementary
In the late 1880's, William Smith, a former school teacher became concerned about the education of his children and other children in the area. Through the efforts of Mr. Smith, Lee Britain donated one acre of land for a school where a one-room building was erected with one teacher, Mark Callister Lively, instructing students in eight grades, the namesake for Lively Elementary.
Address: 1800 Plymouth Dr. W. Irving, TX 75061
Mascot: Lively Eagles
Mission: The mission of M.C. Lively Elementary, a family of diverse learners at the cornerstone of tradition and innovation, is to ensure personal and academic success through relevant educational experiences distinguished by:
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with the community
- Cultivating leaders at all levels
- Fostering the belief that each person has value
- Embracing the future.
Vision: Lively teachers will foster the use of 21st century skills to inspire life long learners who will become positive contributors to society.
School Colors: Red and Black
Meet the Principal
Brittany Phillips has worked in education for 14 years and was named principal of Lively Elementary in May of 2022.
This was bittersweet for her as she previously worked as an assistant principal at Lively from 2017-2021. From 2021-2022, she worked in Dallas ISD as an assistant principal at John Neely Bryan Elementary which resides in Oak Cliff where her family has strong ties. Although it was an incredible opportunity, returning to Irving ISD has been extremely fulfilling.
Prior to her serving as an AP in both Dallas ISD and Irving ISD, Ms. Phillips taught at Thomas Haley Elementary for 7 years and served as an academic specialist at Hanes Elementary for 1 year.
As the principal at Lively Elementary, Ms. Phillips hopes to re-establish the campus as a premiere elementary school in Irving ISD. The community surrounding Lively is well-established and many generations of families have made their way through the campus. We want to continue to support and educate our families for many years to come.
“As a student, I know the impact that school had in my life. I was very fortunate to come across educators who believed in me beyond the classroom. My goal is to support my staff in being the same beacons of hope for our Eagles.” says Phillips.
Ms. Phillips earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Texas in the area of Interdisciplinary Studies (EC-4). She obtained her Master’s degree from Southern Methodist University in the area of Educational Administration with a specialization in Urban Leadership.
She is excited to welcome new students to the Lively family.
-
Schulze
Parent Meeting
We will be hosting an important meeting for parents whose students will be attending Schulze Elementary in the 2024-2025 school year.
Date: April 4, 5:30 - 7:00PM
About Schulze Elementary
The current Schulze Elementary School building opened in 1989, but the school was first opened in 1952 and was originally called East Ward Elementary School. In 1962, the school was renamed after J. O. Schulze, one of the original founders of Irving, TX. The original building is presently used as the Earlie Mae Wheeler Elementary Development Center.
Address: 1200 S. Irving Heights Dr., Irving, TX 75060
Mascot: Schulze Panther
Mission: At Schulze Elementary, we empower all students through high-quality learning experiences.
Vision: At Schulze Elementary, we expand future opportunities for all learners by building an exceptional, sustainable learning environment.
School Colors: Yellow and Black
Meet the Principal
Principal Linda Torres-Rangel, formerly the Director of ESL and Language Services for Irving ISD, is the principal of Schulze Elementary School.
With 18 years of experience in Irving ISD and 24 years total in public education, Principal Torres-Rangel has worked as a bilingual teacher, counselor, assistant principal, Coordinator of State and Federal Compliance, and Director of Language and Parent Services.
She earned a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree in counseling from Texas A&M University - Commerce.
She is excited to welcome the incoming students to the Schulze Family!
-
Stipes
Parent Meeting
We will be hosting an important meeting for parents whose students will be attending Stipes Elementary in the 2024-2025 school year.
Date: May 21, 5 - 7 PM
About Stipes Elementary
Stipes Elementary opened in August 2006 and was Irving ISD’s 20th elementary school. The school is formally called John W. & Margie Stipes Elementary School, named after two of the district’s most ardent supporters.
Address: 3100 Cross Timbers Dr., Irving, TX 75060
Mascot: Stipes Stallions
Mission: We support our students through social-emotional learning to become cooperative life-long learners who achieve at high levels. Vision: To prepare all students to positively impact our community.
School Colors: Green and Blue
Meet the Principal
Principal Mary Kay Dixon is passionate about education and Irving ISD. She graduated from Irving High School as did her parents, husband and both sons. It was in a fifth-grade classroom at Schulze Elementary where she wrote a research paper about being a teacher that she first felt that she wanted to follow in her grandmother’s and mother’s footsteps to be a teacher. She is proud to say that she is a third-generation Irving ISD educator.
She graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education. Later in her teaching career, she decided that she wanted to pursue an administrative position and returned to Texas Woman’s University for completion of her Principal Certificate and has since served as assistant principal, associate principal and principal in Irving ISD.
She is excited to welcome the students coming from Elliott into the Stipes family.
-
Townley
About Townley Elementary
Townley Elementary school first opened its doors in 1979. The school was named in honor of Dr. John F. Townley, who served as the Superintendent of Irving Independent School District from 1970 to 1985. Throughout the years, Dr. Townley devoted his life to children as a teacher and administrator.
Address: 1030 W Vilbig St., Irving, TX 75060
Mascot: Townley Torchlighters
Mission: At Townley, we ensure that all Torchlighters will learn and grow.
Vision: Torchlighters will shine brighter one day at a time.
School Colors: Red and Black
Meet the Principal
Anne Clark is the principal of Townley Elementary School. After receiving a bachelor's degree in Education from Baylor University in 2001, Mrs. Clark joined Irving ISD as a classroom teacher at Brown Elementary School for a variety of grade levels. In 2006, Mrs. Clark earned a Master of Science in Math Education from Stephen F. Austin University and transitioned out of the classroom and joined A.S. Johnston Elementary School to serve as the Instructional Coach, Interventionist and Academic Specialist.
Continuing to feed her desire to grow in educational leadership, she obtained her administration certificate through Stephen F. Austin University in 2016. Mrs. Clark then served the students, staff and families as the Assistant Principal of A.S Johnston Elementary and later Principal of Townley Elementary School since 2020.
Mrs. Clark enjoys spending time with her husband, James, and her twin sons, Thomas and Jack. On the weekends, the Clarks can usually be found outside at a soccer game or working in the yard.
A Torchlighter illuminates during dark times. It provides guidance and hope, and leads the way. Principal Clark is excited to welcome the incoming students to the Torchlighter Family!
Location
-
The map below shows the locations of Brown, John Haley, Stipes and Townley Elementary Schools.
General Boundary Changes Information
-
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are boundary changes necessary?
The district's contemplation of boundary changes stems from the evolving landscape of educational options available to parents. In today's educational landscape, parents have a myriad of choices, ranging from neighborhood schools to transfers, charter schools, private schools, online education, and homeschooling. While this diversity of choice empowers families, it has also led to resource allocation challenges for schools because our primary responsibility is to educate and accept all students. The result has been a strain on resources, contributing to student enrollment losses and exacerbating teacher shortages, with insufficient state legislative support for adequate public school funding compounding these issues.
Amid declining enrollment and other pressing factors, an opportunity has emerged to address underutilization and create a more cohesive educational experience. This includes rectifying misaligned feeder patterns in specific areas across the district. Aligning feeder patterns serves to strengthen the district's capacity to provide academic program continuity for student cohorts, foster a sense of community, and proactively anticipate future educational needs. Through thoughtful boundary changes, we aim to optimize both the educational and financial aspects of our district, ultimately ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all our enrolled students.
When a boundary change is necessary, what principles guide its development?
It requires both long and short-term planning and balanced responsible management of time, money and resources. Irving ISD has developed a number of decision-making processes to deal with zoning issues.The District employs in-house demographers to monitor growth in neighborhoods, new development and population trends. We take many factors into consideration when defining an attendance area. Since managing enrollment is our primary concern, we first look at:
-
campus projections and
-
capacity
Other factors include:
-
feeder patterns
-
community unity (i.e., not splitting a neighborhood)
-
geographic proximity
-
frequency of change for students
-
program accommodations and student needs
-
cost effectiveness
Who determines when and where boundary changes are needed?
Performance Outcomes & Data and Administrative Services tracks community development, projected enrollment and campus capacity for all schools. Through an ongoing process of data review, the team outlines plans for needed boundary changes. The Superintendent and Cabinet review each plan and decide on an Administrative Proposal.
What is the process for making boundary changes?
-
Performance Outcomes & Data presents the Administrative Proposal for a boundary change to the Board of Trustees as an information item for review.
-
The Administrative Proposal is announced to the public through various methods and feedback is requested:
-
Information is published through District channels such as the district website.
-
The Communications Department also distributes news releases to social and local media.
-
-
The district will host public hearing(s) through Town Hall events where stakeholders can review the Administrative Proposal, ask questions, voice opinions and submit written feedback.
-
The district will review the public's written feedback and opinions voiced in the public forum. After studying the details, the district will provide a final recommended boundary change proposal to present in a report to the Board of Trustees. Following discussion, the Board votes to approve/disapprove and/or modify the recommended boundary change. Attendance areas for District schools are only established by the Board.
Once approved, do boundary changes apply to all affected students?
Yes. Irving ISD assigns students to schools according to the street address where the student resides. Once the Board approves a boundary, it applies to all students living within the attendance zone with the following exceptions.
-
ES: Students entering 5th grade of transition year, grandfather protected - all other students required to transition.
-
MS: Students entering 6th grade must transition; 7th, 8th graders protected (transition out). Follow the same lottery formula for high school school choice (weighted lottery)
-
No sibling grandfathering opportunity
If we are moved to a different school, will this be the only time?
Irving ISD reviews attendance zones each year to effectively utilize space, balance enrollment and meet the needs of growth. Boundary changes can occur in areas that are actively growing or declining, as well as older, more established neighborhoods. It is possible a neighborhood may be moved to a new or existing campus, depending on building needs and enrollment trends.
Will everyone - students, parents, and staff - be completely satisfied with the new boundaries?
Changing schools can cause an emotional response. Our guiding principle is to provide the best and most equitable opportunities for all children. Schools within the District have the same general class sizes, the same general curriculum and comparable facilities. The same programs are provided throughout the District and guarantee a quality education at all campuses.
Can I request a student transfer?
Parents may submit a request to transfer their student/s to another campus within the District during designated windows of time. Guidelines are in place to ensure consistency in whether the requests are approved or denied.
Click here to learn more about the transfer process.
-
