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NIMITZ’S JAYLA COOPER TO COMPETE AT UIL 6A STATE TRACK & FIELD MEET Nimitz High

5:00 p.m. at Mike A. Myers Stadium, located at 707 Clyde Littlefield Drive on the University of Texas at Austin campus. Cooper’s talent has drawn interest from collegiate programs nationwide. She currently holds scholarship offers from the following universities: Purdue University, Abilene Christian Universi ty, the University of Louisiana, UT Rio Grande Valley, UT Tyler, Jacksonville College, Angelo State University, Prairie View A&M University, Southern Univer sity, Sam Houston State University, and Southwestern Community College. The Nimitz community and Aldine ISD extended their support and best wishes to Cooper as she competes for a state title.

School’s Jayla Cooper repre sented Aldine ISD at the UIL Class 6A State Track and Field Championships on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Coo per, a standout athlete in both the long jump and 100-meter hurdles, com peted in the 6A girls 100-meter hurdles final at

ALDINE SENIOR JAMESON KEGLER NAMED TO 2024-2025 NHSCA NATIONAL ACADEMIC ALL-AMERICAN TEAM

Aldine High School senior basketball player Jameson Kegler has achieved national recognition by being named a 2024-2025 National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA) Academic All-American. This honor highlights both his athletic and academic commitment. The NHSCA recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes as High School Aca demic All-Americans. To qualify, nom inees must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.6 on a 4.0 scale. This year, the NHSCA received a record num ber of applications, making the selection process more competitive than ever. Kegler excels both on the basketball court and in the classroom. He aver ages 8 points per game, along with 3.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. Academically, he ranks 11th out of 611 students in his class, with a weight ed GPA of 6.7517 and a collegiate GPA of 3.8276. Kegler is committed to further ing his academic and athletic career at Iowa Lakes Community College. “Jameson Kegler is an outstanding young man who will surely receive the blessings that the Lord has in store for him,” said Aldine High Head Basketball

Coach Christopher Ceasar. “He was truly our floor general and captain on and off the court.” The NHSCA Academic All-American Team honors top student-athletes across 22 sports nationwide. Kegler’s achievement places him among the most accomplished high school athletes in the country and reflects the district’s commitment to excellence in both aca demics and athletics.

Aldine ISD congratulates Jameson on this presti gious honor and wishes

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DISTRICT ART TEACHER AND STUDENTS SHOWCASES WORK AT ‘THREAT OF JOY’ EXHIBITION

level of honesty is something I’ll carry with me.” Student contributions were central to the installation. “I put my all into this project to invoke meaning not for me, but for someone else who may be searching for inspiration,” shared stu dent Pedro Reyna. Classmate Anthony Raudales added, “I am showing the evolution of music—not just the way we listen to music but how music itself has adapted throughout the years.” The show highlights the diverse creative voices of educators and students alike and features paintings, textiles, anima tions, and interactive installations. “This is a wonderful opportunity to support our talented educators and connect with new art teachers from surrounding districts,” said Kaileigh Newman, Aldine ISD’s visual arts direc tor. “I encourage everyone to visit the exhibition to celebrate their creativity and accomplishments.” McCraw hopes visitors walk away from the exhibit with a powerful reminder: that joy matters. “I hope they feel that joy is worth protecting. Even in adversity, creativity can be an act of hope. Joy will always be a threat in a world of duality — and student voices deserve to be part of that conversation.” The Threat of Joy exhibition contin ues at CAMH. It includes work by art teachers and students from Houston, including representatives from Spring Branch ISD, Houston ISD, Cypress-Fair banks ISD, Alvin ISD, Magnolia ISD, and others.

Students at Impact Leadership Acad emy embraced that message through personal reflections on how music shaped their lives. “It started with conversations about how music is healing and serves as a space where we meet each other without words,” McCraw said. “The students listened to music and allowed their ideas to emerge on the canvas without hesita tion. The music was in control — and each student’s interpretation reflected how it had personally ‘saved’ them.” The project challenged McCraw to bal ance a unified vision with the individu ality of each student’s voice. “At first, we thought everything had to match, but the beauty was in the vari ation,” he said. “Their interpretations and what music meant to each made the pieces deeper. Seeing them explain their work to museum visitors was indescribable.” Throughout the process, McCraw fostered a studio environment where vulnerability, expression, and creative freedom were encouraged. “We take pride in that

Aldine ISD art teacher Toby McCraw and students from Impact Leadership Academy at Wilson showcased their creative voices at the Threat of Joy teacher exhibition at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH). The ex hibition, organized by CAMH’s Teacher Advisory Group, was opened to the pub lic on Friday, May 9, and features work from 15 Houston-area art educators and their students. It will run until May 25. McCraw, a member of the museum’s advisory group, called the opportunity a personal and professional milestone. “It’s an incredible honor,” McCraw said. “To be selected among so many passionate educators is such a pinna cle moment for me. Professionally, it validates our work in Aldine to uplift students’ voices through creativity. In a world where young people need space to feel seen and heard, self-expression is more than art — it’s essential.” Now in its fourth year, the exhibition explores joy as a powerful force of resil ience. McCraw’s featured piece, Music Saved My Life, was created with stu dents using graphite pencil, gold leaf, digital photographic prints, and Legos. The mixed-media work pays tribute to Houston’s historic Eldorado Ballroom and explores music as a source of heal ing and identity. “The Eldorado is sacred ground for joy and culture in Houston,” McCraw explained. “I wanted my students to understand that joy can be a radical act, especially in the face of adversity or doubt. That truth is woven into the exhibition’s theme.”

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studio. It’s a safe space — created for and by the students — where there’s no judgment and no mistakes,” he said. “They weren’t just making art. They were telling stories of survival, celebration, and self-worth. That

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I hope this letter reaches you all in good health and spirits. I am the Executive Director of Athletics here in Aldine ISD. I am extremely happy and proud to represent this great school district. My number one goal as Executive Director of Athletics is to provide our student athletes with the best experience. Each campus is held to high expectations and standards. We are not here only to win games, but provide our student-athletes opportunities for a successful life. We have

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a structure in place that encourages success in the classroom, on the sport fields and in the community. We have assembled an outstanding coaching staff of men and women, who exemplify great teachers and role models. Our teams have been very successful this year. Winning District Championships, Playoff qualifiers, Area round qualifiers, Regional round qualifiers, All district selections and Coaches of the year awards. Also with the addition of our Unified Sports student-athletes, State qualifiers in track. I want you to be involved with all of the programs within Aldine ISD. You have an open invitation to stop by our office to meet the staff and see why we are suited to provide your child with the very best opportunities. I am proud and honored to be associated with the great students, teachers, coaches and sponsors of Aldine ISD. We will continue to fulfill our mission and vision through the vehicle of Athletics. Let’s finish the year strong! Dre’ Thompson Dre’ Thompson Executive Director of Athletics Aldine ISD

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ON THE COVER Photos By // Bradley Collier 2024-25 Year In Review: Top Row: Tiffany Salazar (Aldine), Tre’ Richardson (Davis), Santiago Arriazola (MacArthur), Nahum Ferrera (Eisenhower), Jayla Cooper (Nimitz) Bottom Row: Addison Rogers (Eisenhower), Joshua Green (Aldine), Albert Brown Jr. (Nimitz), Shanazy Marshall (Davis), Jessika Martinez (MacArthur)

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Dear Aldine Community, Graduation season is here, and I couldn’t be more proud. Nearly 4,000 Aldine ISD seniors are crossing the stage — and each one represents resilience, hard work, and a future filled with choices and opportunities. To our graduates: No matter your next step — college, career, or military — remember where you came from. Aldine is home, and your journey is just beginning. This past school year, our students continued to shine. From championship wins and academic decathlon victories to earning scholarships and national recognition in the arts, our young people showed what it means to make an #AldineImpact. We launched bold new initiatives this year — from a nationally

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recognized healthcare program at Nimitz High School to a cybersecurity degree pathway in partnership with the University of Houston Downtown and Lone Star College. Together with Memorial Hermann and Bloomberg Philanthropies, we marked one year of success with the HEAL program and broke ground on its next phase. We also celebrated history in the making: La Promesa, our school for newcomers, proudly graduated its very first class — students whose stories inspire and remind us why public education matters. We are very proud of the work our high school staff and students are doing. In 2022, only 51% of our high school students were considered prepared for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR). However, in the Class of 2024, 86% of our high school students are now prepared for CCMR, which is astounding. CCMR focuses on equipping students with what they need to be successful after graduation. We are so proud of this accomplishment. Athletically, Aldine High brought home its second straight district baseball title, and Davis High’s girls’ swim team claimed the District 14-6A championship. One Nimitz track star finished fourth at state, and one of our Aldine seniors was named a 2024–25 NHSCA National Academic All-American. These moments — on the field, on the stage, in the classroom — reflect our Portrait of a Graduate: young people who are not just academically prepared but compassionate, confident, and ready to lead. Thank you to our staff, families, and community for helping us conclude this school year on a strong note. Together, we’re accelerating toward a future where every student thrives.

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TEAM OF THE YEAR BOYS BASKETBALL Record: 25-14 // Finished 2nd in District 14-6A // Regional Semifinalists COACH OF THE YEAR CHRISTOPHER CEASER Boys Basketball

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MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR JOSHUA GREEN Boys Basektball // Co-District 14-6A MVP // UIL All-Region Team Selection FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR TIFFANY SALAZAR Track & Field // Placed 1st in Pole Vault at District Meet/4th at Area Meet/Regional Qualifier

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Girls Soccer // Second-Team, All-District Volleyball // All-District Honorable Mention

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Other Player & Team of the Year Finalists (Players in Alphabetical Order) Jansyel Barbosa // Baseball // District 14-6A MVP Raul Careaga // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Jorge Castro // Boys Basketball // First-Team, All-District Helson Chavez Hernandez // Boys Track & Field/XC // Silver in 1600m at District Meet Alan Coca // Boys Soccer // Co-District 14-6A Offensive Player of the Year Porsha Daniels // Girls Track & Field/Volleyball // Gold in Discus at District Meet/Bronze at Area // First-Team, All-District (VB) German Garcia // Boys Swim // Silver in 200 Free & Bronze in 100 Fly at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Jaquelin Garcia Padron // Girls Track & Field/XC // Gold in 3200m at District Meet Alberto Gonzalez // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Gewlaymi Gonzalez // Girls Soccer/Volleyball // District 14-6A MVP Kaleb Green // Boys Basketball // 14-6A Defensive Player of the Year Jasmine Guerrero // Softball // Second-Team, All-District Jameson Kegler // Boys Basketball // First-Team, All-District Karina Lemus // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Juliana Moctezuma // Softball // First-Team, All-District Cesar Monroy // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District Stephanie Morales // Softball // Second-Team, All-District Gabriel Nunez // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Isaiah Nunez // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Orlando Reyes // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Stephanie Rojas // Girls Soccer/Volleyball // First-Team, All District (GS) // Second-Team, All-District (VB) Viridiana Ruiz // Girls Swim // Gold in 100 Back & 200 IM at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Viviana Ruiz // Girls Swim // Gold in 100 Fly & 100 Breast at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Sara Sanchez // Softball // First-Team, All-District Julie Smith // Girls Golf // Bronze at District Tournament // Regional Qualifier Julian Velez // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Dereon Williams // Football // First-Team, All-District Keishon Wiser // Football/Boys Track & Field // Second-Team, All-District (Teams) Baseball // Record: 20-5 // District 14-6A Champions // Bi-District Finalists Boys Soccer // Record: 10-9-1 // Finished 4th in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Girls Golf // Finished 3rd at District 14-6A Tournament Girls Soccer // Record: 19-4-1 // Finished 2nd in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists

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ALDINE YOUNG WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO PRESTIGIOUS SUMMER COLLEGE PROGRAMS

Several Aldine Young Women’s Lead ership Academy (YWLA) at Parker stu dents have been accepted into highly competitive college summer programs across the country, including those hosted by Harvard, Tulane, Carnegie Mellon, and Rice universities. The students selected include: Elizabeth Brooks — Tulane University’s Architecture Program Lorraine Martínez — Carnegie Mellon University’s Architecture Program Katheryn McKenzie — Harvard Universi ty’s Astrophysics Program Theya Ogle and Addison Rogers — Rice University’s Biomedical Summer Camp Two additional students, Yeily Valenzue la and Valentina Méndez, were accepted to summer programs at University of Southern California and Barnard Col lege but will not attend due to program costs. “These opportunities are usually reserved for wealthy students building their college portfolios,” said Yanadi ra Magaña, YWLA’s college success advisor. “Our students come from diverse economic backgrounds, and this experience will help them build the confidence to thrive in spaces where they may be the minority, but are just as deserving and high-achieving as their peers.” Students submitted multiple college essays, letters of recommendation, ac ademic transcripts, and application fees to apply. Some programs offer college credit or on-campus living experiences. However, all provide the advantage of early college exposure and potential admissions boosts. “Being accepted into these programs shows colleges that these students have the work ethic, interest, and family support needed to succeed — no matter the distance,” Magaña said. YWLA supported the students through out the application process, from helping identify programs to walking

students and families through financial aid applications. Magaña often worked with students before school, during lunch, and after hours to ensure dead lines were met and essays were refined. “It was mixed emotions when I found out they were accepted,” Magaña said. “Shocked, because I’ve never had 10th graders accepted into programs like this — but also proud and validated. It confirmed that our strategy works: we create opportunities, and students seize them.” One standout moment for Magaña was learning that Katheryn McKenzie had been accepted into Harvard’s astro physics program. “She fell in love with physics in ninth grade, and when asked why she wanted to attend the program, she said, ‘I need to see if I really want to study astro physics. Maybe I won’t like it. Maybe I’ll just want to study regular physics.’ She’s 16! That kind of clarity and curios ity is powerful,” Magaña said. “With her writing, academics, and purpose, I have no doubt she’ll attend an Ivy League school in 2027.” The school encourages all students to explore summer enrichment opportu nities to expand their college options. According to Magaña, even younger students are already getting inspired. “This gives students the ‘itch’ to ex plore,” she said. “At the end of their high school journey, we want them to have choices. There’s nothing more power

ful than turning down a college offer because you have a better one, whether it’s local or across the country.” As the students head off to their sum mer programs, Magaña has one mes sage for them: “Be brave. It’s okay to be nervous or scared, but move through it. You’re worth all of this and more.” The Young Women’s Leadership Acad emy opened in the fall of 2021, and is led by Principal Jericah Jackson. YWLA, which is part of the Young Women’s Preparatory Network, will eventual ly serve girls in grades 6-12. Since it opened, the campus has been adding a new grade level each school year. The inaugural class of YWLA will graduate in May of 2027. The campus focuses on college prep, leadership, and STEM. The campus offers students multiple opportunities to engage in year-round programs including summer learning camps, academic STEM challenges, AVID, and other STEM-based college preparatory programs. The campus

is built on the foundation of a STEM curriculum with a focus on four pillars: • STEM • College Prep • Health and Wellness • Sister hood

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TEAM OF THE YEAR GIRLS & BOYS SWIMMING District 14-6A Champions (Girls) // Regional Qualifiers (Both) COACH OF THE YEAR CAMILO ORELLANA Swimming (Girls & Boys) // Water Polo (Girls & Boys) MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR TRE’ RICHARDSON Boys Track & Field // Gold in Shot Put at District Meet/Silver at Area/4th at Regionals/State Qualifier Football // Second-Team, All-District OL FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR SHANAZY MARSHALL Volleyball // Co-Outstanding Setter of the Year in District 14-6A Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District Girls Track & Field // Silver in Triple Jump at District Meet

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Other Player & Team of the Year Finalists (Players in Alphabetical Order) Jacob Alfaro // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Charles Allen // Boys Basketball // First-Team, All-District Dominic Arriaga // Boys Track & Field/XC // Gold in 800m, 1600, & 3200m at District Meet Kyra Brown // Girls Swim // Gold in 200 Free & 500 Free at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Jordan Bush // Boys Track & Field // Gold in Triple Jump at District Meet/Bronze at Area/4th at Regionals/State Qualifier Ashtian Chatham // Girls Track & Field // Gold in 800m at District Meet/Silver at Area Briana Flores // Girls Golf // Silver at District Tournament // Regional Qualifier Brandon Hernandez // Boys Swim // Silver in 100 Breast at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Cortez Hughes // Football // First-Team, All-District CB Karina Loredo // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Adan Ramirez Jr. // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Pedro Rodriguez // Boys Swim/Water Polo // Regional Qualifier (Swim) Alex Sandoval // Boys Soccer // District 14-6A Utility Player of the Year Ocean Scott // Girls Track & Field/Girls Basketball // Silver in Shot Put at District Meet/Silver at Area // Second-Team, All-District (GBB) Devin Smith // Football/Baseball // First-Team, All-District LB (FB) // First-Team All-District (BSB) Nhung To // Volleyball // First-Team, All-District Nicholas Tramble // Football // First-Team, All-District RB John Ureste // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Vianey Varo // Girls Swim/Water Polo // Silver in 200 IM at District Meet // Regional Qualifier (Swim) Axel Vasquez // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District Avery Williams // Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District Drake Williams // Football // Co-District Offensive Newcomer of the Year (Teams) Boys Golf // Finished 3rd at District 14-6A Tournament Boys Soccer // Record: 10-8-4 // Finished 2nd in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Girls Golf // District 14-6A Champions // Regional Qualifiers Football // Record: 6-5 // Finished 2nd in District 14-6A // Bi District Finalists Swimming (Boys & Girls) // District 14-6A Champions (Girls) // Regional Qualifiers (Both) Water Polo (Boys & Girls) // District 14-6A Champions (Both)

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gram requires a multifac eted approach, focusing on talent development, a winning culture, and community engagement,” Spencer said. Spencer inherits a boys program that has won a combined 15 games over the last two seasons and has not reached the play offs since 2023. Despite the recent challenges, Spencer is optimistic about the future. “We have six returning lettermen that we are expecting to lead us next

advancing to junior varsity and varsity assistant roles. She later served in simi lar capacities at Cy Woods High School. A graduate of North Shore Senior High School, Dennis spent five years coaching at her alma mater, giving back to the community where she grew up. In 2021, she became the head coach at Klein For est High School, where she led the pro gram to its first district win in a season. Dennis takes over a MacArthur girls program that has won 18 games over the last two years and earned a playoff berth in 2025. “I am very driven and passionate about developing well-rounded young ladies,” Dennis said. “It’s not just about devel oping their basketball skills, but also their character. I’m excited to join the Mac family and can’t wait to get in the community and get to work.” MacArthur High School looks forward to a new chapter in both programs under the leadership of Coaches Spencer and Dennis.

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season. The culture shift has already begun,” he said. “Our kids are buying into what needs to be done and they are starting to see results. The work we do between now and November is going to define us. It’s our strong belief that if we do what’s necessary, with the staff we have assembled, we will be in the conversation for a postseason appear ance.” On the girls’ side, Ashley Dennis has been named head coach, replacing Christine Danzer. Dennis has been coaching basketball for 12 years, be ginning her career at Clear Creek High School as a freshman coach before

MacArthur High School has named two new head coaches to lead its boys and girls basketball programs, bringing in experienced leaders with a passion for player development and community engagement. Shannon Spencer has been named head coach of the MacArthur boys basketball team, taking over for former coach Aldric Reynolds. Spencer, a Pasadena native, brings more than 25 years of coaching experience across the high school, college, and AAU levels. He played under Phil Eaton at Pasadena High School (1990–1993) before continuing his playing career at Weatherford Junior College and Texas Wesleyan University. In 2020, Spencer was named Class 5A Coach of the Year by the Texas Association of Basketball Coach es after leading Lake Creek High School to a regional semifinal appearance. “Our staff believes that building a high school basketball pro

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TEAM OF THE YEAR TRACK & FIELD (GIRLS & BOYS) Region II-6A Qualifiers (Both) COACH OF THE YEAR KRYSTAL WASHINGTON & REGINALD DURDEN Track & Field (Girls and Boys) MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR NAHUM FERRERA Boys Track & Field/Cross Country // Placed 2nd in 800m, 2nd in 3200m, & 3rd in 1600m at District Meet FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR ADDISON ROGERS Girls Track & Field // Placed 1st in 400m Dash at District Meet/1st at Area Meet/Regional Qualifier Cross Country // Placed 2nd at District Meet Other Player & Team of the Year Finalists (Players in Alphabetical Order) Deven Austin // Football/Boys Track & Field // First-Team, All-District CB Fabiola Cisneros // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Kamari Dawson // Volleyball // District 14-6A Newcomer of the Year Elijah Dixon // Football/Boys Track & Field // Second-Team, All-District RB Ahsley Fuentes // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Andres Garcia // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District Jacqueline Gonzalez // Softball // Co-District 14-6A Offensive Player of the Year Kameron Gourley // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Robert Hawkins // Football // Second-Team, All-District WR/DB Journie Kennedy-Williams // Girls Track & Field // Silver in 200m Dash & Bronze in Long Jump at District Meet/Bronze (200m) & Silver (LJ) at Area

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Leyah Nash // Volleyball // First-Team, All-District Antony Ruiz // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District William Turner // Boys Track & Field/XC // Silver in 800m at District Meet (Teams) Softball // Finished 3rd in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Cross Country (Girls & Boys) // Regional Qualifiers Girls Soccer // Finished 4th in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists

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AISD NEWS

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CARVER HIGH SCHOOL: FIRST SCHOOL REBUILD FOR BOND 2023

The iconic George Washington Carver High School is the first school to be re built as part of the 2023 bond that was approved by voters in November 2023. Located in the historic Acres Homes neighborhood, Carver High School was built in 1954 and is a source of pride for the community, the alumni, and the stu dents who are currently attending there. “With the excitement surrounding the successful passing of the bond, Carver High School is a top priority, becoming one of the very first projects to move forward,” Dr. LaTonya Goffney, Aldine ISD superintendent, said. The early stages of design and devel opment are already underway, and demolition will begin over the summer. With demolition on the horizon, Carver students and staff will temporarily relocate to Eisenhower Ninth Grade School, “Ike 9”, located at 3550 W Gulf Bank Road. Therefore, all Eisenhower Ninth Grade students will be relocated to Eisenhower Senior High School — in a On May 15, Aldine ISD’s Family and Community Engagement (FACE) De partment held its Family and Commu nity University graduation ceremony at Davis High School for over 350 gradu ating parents. The ceremony featured several guest speakers, including Superintendent Dr. LaTonya Goffney and three FCUniversi ty graduates. “We are committed to this because it is good for our community and dramati cally improves the support our students receive at home,” said Superintendent Goffney. “It creates a 360-degree learning environment that inspires hope and progress. By taking this step in your learning journey, you are modeling success for your family. While gaining the knowledge and skills to advocate for your child.”

and from school. If students need bus transportation, parents must submit a request via their Home Access Center (HAC) account or the campus by July 15. If students are currently bus riders, no submission will be required. This is an exciting new chapter in the evolving legacy of Carver High School. The new high school is expected to be complete within two to three years, which will take less time than to build the school in phases. An informational parent meeting is scheduled for Mon day, May 19, at 6 p.m. at Carver High School. tion, it has seen steady growth, not only in the number of parents who have enrolled in courses but also in the num ber of organizations that have joined in assisting the needs of the parents and communities. This school year, FCU niversity received support from more than 60 organizations that contributed in different capacities. In addition to the organizations, Aldine ISD teachers volunteered to teach evening and Sat urday classes for the parents. In the past four years, FCUniversity has grown from a small FACE-supported idea, to a large community-supported initiative, and has brought change to all those who have joined the cause. All classes and events offered by FACE are free, and the 2025-26 classes will begin on Sept. 1. FACE is always looking for ways to empower families and the Aldine community.

separate wing functioning as their own school— located at 7922 Antoine Drive. “We understand that these temporary changes may naturally lead to ques tions about the upcoming school year,” Goffney said. “But, we assure you that we are committed to providing our

students and staff with a seamless tran sition to have a successful school year. We will have the same great programs, and the same outstanding teachers.” One way the school district is providing a smooth transition is by making sure our students have transportation to ALDINE ISD’S FAMILY AND COMMUNITY UNIVERSITY CEREMONY SEES 350 PARENTS GRADUATE

The parents and caregivers from this year’s graduating class had plenty of great accomplishments. At least four parents were employed by the district in varying capacities, two more became U.S. citizens, and several participated in statewide conferences speaking about the leadership opportunities that FCU niversity has created for them. “The Family and Community University in Aldine ISD is pivotal in empowering families to progress and thrive,” said Iván Tamayo, FACE specialist and leader of FCUniversity. “The program fosters a transformative environment by equip ping parents with essential skills, facil itating personal growth, encouraging effective communication, and address ing community concerns.” FCUniversity, a core program of the AISD FACE Department, was estab lished four years ago. Since its incep

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TEAM OF THE YEAR GIRLS SOCCER Record: 15-5-2 // Undefeated District 14-6A Champions // Bi-District Finalists COACH OF THE YEAR LEISY OLIVARES // Girls Soccer MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR SANTIAGO ARRIAZOLA // Boys Soccer District 14-6A MVP FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR JESSIKA MARTINEZ // Volleyball District 14-6A MVP Other Player & Team of the Year Finalists (Players in Alphabetical Order) Alondra Aguinaga // Girls Swim // Silver in 100 Free at District Meet // Regional Qualifier David Anaya // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District Emily Arriazola // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Jai Cantu // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Adrian Castillo // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Mariana Cordova // Girls Soccer // District 14-6A Defensive Player of the Year Alex DeLeon // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Madisson Duran // Girls Soccer // District 14-6A Goalkeeper of the Year Alejandra Espinoza // Cross Country/Girls T&F // Gold at District Meet (XC) // Bronze in 1600m & 3200m at District Meet (T&F) Diego Esqueda // Boys Swim // Silver in 50 Free & 100 Free at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Christian Fuentes // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District LaShae Goffney // Volleyball/Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District (VB) Marlene Guillen // Girls Track & Field/XC // Silver in 800m & Bronze in 300m Hurdles at District Meet // Bronze at District Meet (XC) Alexis Lopez // Volleyball // Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year for District 14-6A Miranda Machado // Softball // Co-District 14-6A MVP Brian Martinez // Cross Country // Gold at District Meet Kameron Mott // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Lance Nero // Football // Second-Team, All-District QB Daniel Reyna // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Ava Ruiz // Softball // First-Team, All-District Alden Segundo // Boys Soccer // District 14-6A Defensive Player of the Year Cory Seymore // Football/Boys Track & Field // Second-Team, All District CB // Bronze in 400m Dash & Triple Jump at District Meet (T&F) Jalek Silvers // Football/Boys Track & Field // Second-Team, All-District S (Teams) Baseball // Record: 16-12 // Finished 3rd in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Boys Soccer // Record: 11-3-6 // District 14-6A Champions // Bi-District Finalists Jayden Galindo // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Lizandra Garcia // Softball // First-Team, All-District

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AISD NEWS PREGAME AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL SENIOR EARNS PRESTIGIOUS GATES SCHOLARSHIP

Avalos Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-TECH) School senior Daniel Garner has been named a 2025 Gates Scholar, earning one of the na tion’s most prestigious and competitive scholarships. For Daniel, the award is more than financial relief — it validates a journey defined by culture, community, and quiet determination.

teachers, and friends, the experience helped me grow into a more confident, capable leader.” Daniel’s leadership is evident in his roles mentoring younger students in the Chick-fil-A Academy and organiz ing volunteers for events like the East Aldine Tree Lighting. “Those experienc es taught me that leadership isn’t about being in charge — it’s about helping oth ers step into their strengths,” he said. His journey to the Gates Scholarship began with a conversation with Briseida Sánchez, a 2024 Avalos graduate and Gates Scholar. She encouraged him to apply, and Daniel soon found himself reflecting deeply as part of the applica tion’s essay process. After advancing to the semifinal round, he completed an interview that challenged him to “speak confidently and stay true” to himself. When he received the award notification, disbelief turned to relief. “Knowing my family wouldn’t have to worry about how to pay for college lifted a huge weight off my shoulders,” he said. “After everything we’ve been through, all the sacrifice and hard work has finally paid off.” Daniel will attend Texas A&M University as a general engineering major and plans to explore fields such as robotics, electronics, or mechanical engineering. “I want to build and design solutions that make everyday life better for real people,” he said. “Whether it’s afford able robotic limbs or tools for students with learning differences, I want my work to have purpose.” But the road hasn’t been without ob stacles. Daniel has faced self-doubt, im poster syndrome, and the challenge of balancing school with family responsi bilities. “There were times I questioned if I belonged in certain spaces,” he said. “But I kept showing up and reminded myself that progress is still progress, even when it’s not perfect.” His story shows what is possible when persever ance and self-belief can overcome any obstacle in the path of education. Daniel said he draws strength from those who believed in him before

he believed in himself — especially his parents, mentors, teachers, and friends. “Their belief helped shape mine, which has made all the difference,” Daniel said. His advice to younger students hoping to follow a similar path is simple and powerful: “Start before you feel ready. No one is going to hand you a moment. You have to create it. Be kind, but pro tect your peace. Your background is not a weakness. It’s your power.” Outside the classroom, Daniel is an avid writer and coder. His journals are full of reflections and poems, and he volun teers his technical skills with COSMO, a nonprofit startup supporting animal rescue shelters. “I work with a small team to build tools that help shelters run smoothly and reach more people,” he said. Whether programming, writing, or sketching new ideas, Daniel is driven by curiosity and creativity. “I’m always learning — through code, creativity, or simply paying attention to the world around me.” As a Gates Scholar, Daniel

Daniel, a mix of Black and Filipino heri tage, was raised in a Hispanic neighbor hood in Aldine. He credits this multi cultural environment for shaping his resilience and instilling a strong sense of pride in his diverse identity. “Growing up between two rich cultures taught me adaptability and pride in where I come from,” he said. “I’m motivated by the responsibility to build a life that honors my roots while paving the way for oth ers like me.” Daniel’s passion for education was ignited in elementary school. He always saw it as the path to creating a better future. “It felt like the first real step to ward doing something meaningful with my life and giving back to people and humanity,” he shared. His path led him to Avalos P-TECH School, where he enrolled without fully understanding the opportunity. “It quickly became one of the best things that happened to me,” Daniel said. “It challenged me academically and personally, gave me a head start in cy bersecurity, and thanks to my mentors,

looks forward to giving back and paying it for ward. “This isn’t just my win,” he said. “It’s ours.”

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Other Player & Team of the Year Finalists (Players in Alphabetical Order) Malachi Augustus // Football // First-Team, All-District WR Jaden Bergeron // Boys Basketball // First-Team, All-District Josephine Bilbao // Softball // Co-District 14-6A Offensive Player of the Year Shirley Bousquet // Girls Swim // Silver in 100 Fly at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Kerry’elle Carter // Girls Track & Field // Silver in 400m Dash at District Meet/Bronze at Area Alberto Cerino // Baseball // Second-Team, All-District Daniel Clark // Boys Basketball // 14-6A Newcomer of the Year Tatiyana Cole // Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District Joshua Coleman // Boys Basketball // First-Team, All-District Sherlyn Cruz // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Andrew Curtis // Baseball // Second-Team, All-District Joshua Dickinson // Baseball // First-Team, All-District Landon Dodd // Boys Golf // Silver at District Tournament Jalyn Gibson // Volleyball // First-Team, All-District Andrew Gomez // Baseball // Second-Team, All-District Alondra Guzman // Softball // First-Team, All-District Kira Hubbard // Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District Bailey Johnson // Girls Swim // Gold in 50 Free & 100 Free at District Meet // Regional Qualifier Krishaun Lamas-Mahmood // Girls Soccer // First-Team, All-District Jimiren Ratliff // Boys Basketball // 14-6A Offensive Player of the Year // UIL All-Region Team Selection Aiyanna Richard // Softball // First-Team, All-District Aniah Richard-Holmes // Girls Basketball // Unanimous District 14 6A MVP // UIL All-Region Selection Abigail Ruiz // Softball // First-Team, All-District Emerson Salinas // Boys Soccer // First-Team, All-District MyAngel Taylor // Volleyball/Girls Basketball // First-Team, All District (VB) Javar Thomas // Football // First-Team, All-District LB Omar Thomas // Football // First-Team, All-District RB Ke’Lyn Washom // Football // First-Team, All-District WR Chloe Williams // Girls Basketball // First-Team, All-District Antinia Wilson // Softball // First-Team, All-District Jaleyah Wongus // Girls Track & Field // Gold in 300m Hurdles at District Meet (Teams) Boys Basketball // Record: 19-17 // Finished 4th in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Girls Swim // Regional Qualifiers Football // Record: 7-4 // Finished 4th in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Softball // Finished 4th in District 14-6A // Bi-District Finalists Track & Field (Girls & Boys) // Regional Qualifiers

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