Pearland ISD eNews – December, 2013
Eagles, Oilers advance to regional quarterfinals
Dawson Eagles and Pearland Oilers football teams are fiercely contending for state titles in their divisions. Both teams compete in regional quarterfinals this Saturday, Dec. 7. For game and ticket info, click here.
Pearland ISD is pleased to announce two finalists for Touchdown Club of Houston awards on Dec. 11: Dawson’s Eric Wells (Coach of the Year) and Pearland’s Justin Phillips (Defense Player of the Year).
FFA team advancing to state contest
The Pearland FFA is advancing a team to the state Leadership Development Events contest Dec. 6-7. Agricultural issues teammates beat 13 other teams to win first place in the area round and qualify for state. Read more….
Catch holiday spirit through seasonal shows
Need a boost of holiday spirit? Our schools have just the ticket. Check out the district’sfine arts calendar for upcoming holiday events and shows that are sure to make your days merry and bright.
Check out district holiday hours
Pearland ISD campuses and offices will be closed for the holidays Dec. 23 – Jan. 3. Students return to classes on Tuesday, Jan. 7. For a complete listing of district holidays and other important dates, view the district calendar.
Keeping you in the loop about school closing procedures
Jack Frost is on the loose. What does that mean for schools? If classes are canceled or delayed because of severe weather, parents will be notified by the district’s phone notification system. For delay/closing news, check the district website and Facebook andTwitter pages and listen to local radio/TV stations. Or look for a district text message (sign up here to receive emergency texts.)
Note: Announcements will not be made when schools are open with regularly-scheduled hours.
Nominate teachers for H-E-B awards
Know a teacher who makes a lifelong impact on his or her students? H-E-B awards more than $800,000 annually to outstanding teachers, principals and school districts. Nominate a teacher by visiting H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.
Important Dates:
- 12/10: Regular board meeting, 5 p.m., ESC
- 12/11: Progress reports
- 12/20: Early release
- 12/20: Second grading period / first semester ends
- 12/23 – Jan. 3: Christmas / New Year’s break
- 1/6: Staff workday (no school for students)
- 1/7: Classes resume
- 1/8: Report cards
Thanks to our friends at the Silvercreek Tribune for sharing this information