SCUC Connect Winter 2022

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2 Recipe for Success Isidro Martinez, a Clemens grad and culinary student uses lessons learned to overcome setbacks and quickly climb the ladder of success at the Marriott Courtyard New Braunfels. 4 Real World Science Juliana Berry’s junior high students benefit from her summer long commitment to professional development through the Texas Biomedical Research Institute. 6 Lunch Time Connections Monthly grade level picnics allow students and parents to connect with teachers and other families. 8 Battle of 3009 Annual intradistrict rivalry game gave way to a show of support for a beloved member of the SCUC community. 12 Preparing for the Next Step Community members explore CTE opportunities through Leadership SCUC program. 14 27th Annual Ag Fair Over 1,000 4th graders continue to experience a glimpse into “ag life” at an event that began nearly 30 years ago. 18 DoDEA STEMKAMP Summer camp offers hands-on STEM learning opportunities beyond the classroom. 20 Muertos Fest: Spreading their Wings School-wide project to celebrate Dias de los Muertos fosters a sense of belonging and community among students, teachers, and families.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM Clark Ealy, Ph.D. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Damon Edwards Deputy Superintendent, Student & Employee Services Linda Cannon Chief Human Resources Officer JD Mosley Executive Director of Facilities Kelly Kovacs Chief Academic Officer Deanna D. Jackson Director of Communications & Community Engagement Serena Georges-Penny MAGAZINE STAFF Deanna D. Jackson Managing Editor Ed Suarez Writer Daniel Tiller Creative Director Crystal Morales Graphic Deisgner Vanessa Macaluso Intern Director of Curriculum & Professional Development

Our vision and mission for every student in SCUC ISD and the reason we exist is expressed in our “Call to Action” to every member of our SCUC community at large. SCUC CALL TO ACTION

Through high quality and student-centered learning experiences, students will leave SCUC confident, empowered, and prepared with the skills to pursue their individual passions.

The SCUC ISD 2022-2026 Strategic Design Framework was developed by a team of 38 parents, students, community members, teachers and district staff members over the course of several months with the input of 1,800 community stakeholders gathered through a nine-question survey. Scan here to review the complete framework and the goals and specific results outlined for the first year of the plan.