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• Bond Statement Featured

  San Benito voters have approved the $40 million bond proposal. Dr. Carman, Superintendent of Schools, delivers a special video message.

  Uploaded Nov 08, 2018
• BTS Convocation kicks off 2018-2019 Featured

  The district’s Back-to-School Convocation at Veterans Memorial Academy featured keynote speaker Weston Kieschnick of the International Center for Leadership in Education, speeches from top leaders and teachers, performances by students, campus awards and a surprise announcement! Check out the excitement as campus and district Superheroes prepare to take on their roles during the 2018-19 school year!

  Uploaded Aug 23, 2018
• Campus hosts STEAM Night! Featured

  Dr. Raul Garza, Jr. STEAM Academy hosted the school's first STEAM Night in order to showcase the school and provide students with exciting hands-on opportunities!

  Uploaded Aug 31, 2018
• Campus Spotlight | Judge Oscar De La Fuente Elementary Featured

  Judge Oscar De La Fuente Elementary Principal Rolando Diaz shares valuable information on his campus’ ongoing programs such as gardening and robotics, campus counseling initiatives and parental engagement efforts, and what makes De La Fuente Elementary unique.

  Uploaded Nov 30, 2018
• Campus Spotlight | La Encantada Elementary Featured

  La Encantada Elementary Principal Gracie Martinez discusses her school’s learning initiatives and programs – such as the interactive technological tools in the classrooms, the international award-winning ballet folklórico dance team, and the very active parent center. The school’s estimated 418 students are thriving in the classroom and beyond.

  Uploaded Dec 07, 2018
• Campus Spotlight | La Paloma Elementary Featured

  La Paloma Elementary Principal Ema Gonzalez shares the many facets of what makes her campus unique – from the privilege of housing the three-year old Migrant Program and two Special Education units to a student-hosted “Weekly Warrior” newscast. Technology-infused blended learning, robotics activities, and sign language classes also add to the school’s educational flair.

  Uploaded Dec 12, 2018
• Campus Spotlight | Miller Jordan Middle School Featured

  Miller Jordan Middle School principal Jo Ann Fernandez describes the school that opened its doors to about 300 students in 1956 as one that’s full of character and rich history. Today, there are a little over 850 students that proudly call themselves MJMS Cougars!
  
  Among the many programs available are a jiujitsu class through the After School Program and an Adopt a Highway initiative through the Leadership Officer Training Corps (LOTC) program. Campus initiatives include an Academic Advisory (AA) period that encompasses a mentoring component and the Targeted Academic Grouping (TAG) that helps ensure that all students reach their maximum potential. Technologically, MJMS is a “one to one” campus, and Epson projectors and interactive whiteboards further facilitate learning in the classrooms.

  Uploaded Feb 18, 2019
• Campus Spotlight | Rangerville Elementary Featured

  Rangerville Elementary principal Nora Martinez considers her campus the “best kept secret” in San Benito. The country school provides 371 students with an array of opportunities such as dance, chess, robotics, and athletic activities. The school implements restorative discipline counseling, uses Flipgrid technology in the classroom, and has an active parent center. Students also enjoy a calming pond … with fish!

  Uploaded Dec 21, 2018
• Campus Spotlight | San Benito High School Featured

  San Benito High School principal Maria Isabel Solis oversees a multi-building campus “where students have many opportunities to be successful.” The sports complex, cosmetology salon, band hall, and Black Box theatre are among the many facilities available on campus.
  
  Programs available for SBHS students include dual enrollment classes, an Advanced Placement (AP) program, a wide array of Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities, a College and Career Center, an Early College Academy, an extensive athletics program, and an award-winning Fine Arts program. Using professional learning communities, evaluating student attendance, and implementing advanced technological tools in the classrooms have been instrumental in preparing all students for post-secondary success.
  
  According to Mrs. Solis, it’s the committed teachers, faculty, and parents as well as the students’ pride in their school and community that truly make San Benito High School unique.

  Uploaded May 13, 2019
• Campuses earn TEA Distinctions Featured

  Campus principals and staff members received awards for earning distinctions from the Texas Education Agency during the Back-to-School Convocation. Five campuses, including Fred Booth Elementary, La Paloma Elementary, Frank Roberts Elementary, Berta Cabaza Middle School and Veterans Memorial Academy earned one TEA distinction each; Judge Oscar De La Fuente Elementary, Dr. Raul Garza, Jr. STEAM Academy, and San Benito High School earned two TEA distinctions each; Rangerville Elementary earned four TEA distinctions; Ed Downs Elementary earned five TEA distinctions; and Dr. Cash Elementary earned six TEA distinctions.

  Uploaded Aug 21, 2018