Aldine ISD Spring 2024

FEATURE

AISD NEWS

ALDINE ISD TRUSTEES APPROVE RECOMMENDATION FOR CAMPUS CLOSURES

“These decisions were made after careful review and evaluation of informa tion,” said Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney. “I believe these schools will maximize the use of the campuses and continue to fulfill our mission of provid ing a rigorous and enriching educational experience that prepares our students for college, career, and life success.” Decisions were based on data that in cluded facility utilization and condition, financial data, family choice, and aca demic outcomes. The district does not anticipate any staff reductions and will work to find placement for those staff members impacted by the change.

On Tuesday, Feb. 20, the Aldine ISD Board of Trustees approved the closure of Conley Elementary School, Sammons Elementary School, and Gray Elemen tary School at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 school year to optimize its highest-quality facilities and continue providing Aldine students with the best educational choices and experiences. Students will be rezoned to the closest schools. Additionally, there will be a revision to the boundaries of Lewis Middle School and Teague Middle School to send students to Stovall Middle School and Aldine Middle School. Aldine ISD Police Chief Paul Cordova was recently sworn in as president of the Houston Area Police Chief’s Association (HAPCA) during a swearing in ceremony at Crime Stoppers headquarters. Chief Cordova will serve as HAPCA’s president for one year. “I am humbled and honored to be able to serve in the capacity of HAPCA presi dent during 2024,” Chief Cordova said. “I am looking forward to a hearty year of networking, information sharing, prob lem sharing and being a relevant voice in the local law enforcement community. Together we are stronger, smarter and more effective.” HAPCA is an organization of police chiefs from the Houston-Harris County area and surrounding jurisdictions. The membership consists primarily of chiefs of police and executive command staff police personnel such as assistant chiefs, commanders and captains. Members share crime trends, upcom ing events requiring law enforcement action and best practices for daily operations. HAPCA meets monthly and has guest speakers who add value to the organization.

“We are not eliminating people,” said Superintendent Goffney. “We are elim inating positions and closing campuses to offset unnecessary costs so we can compete for talent. Attracting and retaining high-quality teachers and administrators to prepare our students for success is more essential than ever, and that comes with a price tag. The closure of these campuses means we get to keep what matters most in Aldine: our people.” Aldine ISD will work closely with campus leaders to ensure a smooth transition for students and staff to the new facilities in the upcoming school years.

AISD POLICE CHIEF PAUL CORDOVA TO SERVE AS PRESIDENT OF HAPCA

HAPCA was formed in 1988. Prior to Chief Cordova’s swearing in, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg addressed HAPCA members. Chief Cordova has 42 years of experi ence in law enforcement. He has served with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the Rice University Police Department and the Houston ISD Police Department. He was named Chief of the Aldine ISD Police Department in May 2020. Chief Cordova holds a Master Peace Officer certification, Master Jailer certi fication, Crime Prevention certification and a Police Instructor certification with TCOLE. He earned a Bachelor’s of

Science and a Master’s Science degree in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University. Chief Cordova is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Leadership Command College of the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas. Chief Cordova is a member of the International Associa tion of Police Chiefs, the FBI National Academy Association, Texas Police Chief’s Association and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives. He is also a Life Member of the 100 Club of Houston. He has lived and worked most of his adult life in the Aldine area. His two daughters graduated from Nimitz High School.

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