PISD eNews – April 2014 – Pine Hollow HOA Homeowners of Pearland, TX

Employee award honorees announced

Pearland ISD is proud to announce its 2013-14 award winners — top teachers, administrators and employees who go above and beyond to inspire and support students. For the complete list of winners, click here.

Foundation seeks innovative teacher grant applications

Beginning April 1, district teachers are invited to apply for Pearland ISD Education Foundation innovative teaching grants. Encourage a teacher to apply or apply yourself, if eligible. Learn more.

NEW: The foundation is launching its founders’ campaign. Donate now!

Board approves 2014-15 district calendar

The board of trustees approved the 2014-15 school year calendar during the March 25 regular meeting. For the calendar, clickhere.

NEW: Early kinder enrollment begins online this year

Save time. Enroll online. For the first time ever, Pearland ISD is offering parents the option to begin early kindergarten enrollment online.Check the zoned campus webpage or click here to begin enrollment online. Everyone — whether enrolling online or in person — must bring the required documents to the campus on the dates below.

Kinder Enrollment at Campus:

April 7-10: 8-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
April 8 (late night): 5-7 p.m.

PHS AcaDec team headed to nationals

For the fourth time since 2008, Pearland High School is sending its Academic Decathlon team to the national competition. PHS decathletes compete April 24-25 in Hawaii. Read more….

Dasari to make second trip to Scripps National Spelling Bee

Photo by Houston Public Media

Shobha Dasari from Pearland Junior High West is once again heading to the Scripps National Spelling Bee this May. Dasari placed as co-champion, and her brother placed third in the Houston PBS Spelling Bee on March 29.

‘Hello Dolly’ nominated for eight Tommy Tune Awards

The Pearland High School cast and crew of “Hello Dolly” are in the running for eight Tommy Tune Awards, including “Best Musical.” Winners will be announced April 16. Read more….

Board election early voting begins April 28

The Pearland ISD Board of Trustees election May 10 will determine two board positions. Mark your calendar with important election dates. Read more….

275-plus junior high, high school students make TMEA bands, choirs