This week Stafford Elementary is hosting the annual Book Fair. Due to construction, the book fair is being held in the gymnasium. I hope that each member of the community will be supportive of the book fair. The proceeds benefit the library.
This morning I walked the demolition site at Stafford Elementary. The progress is coming along well.
During their meeting on September 1, 2016 the Italy City Council voted to waive the .06 cent per square foot permit fees for the construction of the Italy ISD facilities. In a called meeting on Tuesday night, the Council voted to rescind that and restructure the construction permit fees. Lee Joffre, Superintendent of Italy ISD addressed the council with the following comments.
Italy ISD started a new tradition at their monthly board meeting on Monday night. Seven students received the Superintendent Star awards and two received Junior Gladiator awards.
I could not be more proud of the student leadership at Italy High School.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Monday, September 19, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria (300 S. College Street, Italy). Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
This week the construction team is preparing for demolition of old wing at Stafford and the Vo-Ag building.
Although we had some adjustments due to impending construction and the weather, the first week of school went very well.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Monday, August 29, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a public meeting on Monday, August, 29, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6pm.
Italy Independent School District offers career and technical education programs from the 16 nationally established career cluster areas. Admission to these programs is based on interest in subject, aptitude, required prerequisites, and course availability.
As we move toward the first day of school, it is important you are aware of some adjustments to our plans for the beginning of school.
Italy Independent School District welcomes you to the 2016 – 2017 School Year. The teachers are reporting this week and soon the students will be filling our halls. It has been a busy summer to get ready for them. We have accomplished much and look forward to continued growth for our community and students.
During the regular meeting of the Italy ISD Board of Trustees Tuesday night, the Trustees voted unanimously to hire Lee Joffre as the district’s new Superintendent. Mr. Joffre has been the Italy High School principal for 5 years. During that time the high school developed a Dual Credit program that allows over 20% of the high school students to get college credit while in high school. The high school has earned Distinctions from Texas Education Agency in Mathematics, Social Studies and Closing Performance Gaps. In addition the attendance and graduation rates at the high school have improved under Mr. Joffre’s leadership.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a meeting on Tuesday, August 6, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a workshop on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6pm.
At a called board meeting July 18, 2016, The Italy ISD Board of Trustees named Mr. Leroy V. Joffre as the lone finalist for the Superintendent position. Mr. Joffre is currently serving Italy ISD as the High School Principal.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a Called meeting followed by their regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 18, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6pm for called meeting and 7pm for regular monthly meeting.
Italy JH/HS and Stafford Elementary 2016-2017 dates you need to know for August. Mark your calendars!
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Tuesday, July 5th in the Italy ISD Administration Office. Meeting time is slated for 7am.
The State Board of Education (SBOE) is issuing a survey in English and Spanish to seek public input about the state’s current assessment and accountability programs and gather suggestions for future program development. The survey will be open online to all Texans through June 30.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Wednesday, June 29th in the Italy High School Cafeteria. Meeting time is slated for 5pm.
Summer school for grades 5 & 8 will continue as scheduled to ensure academic success. The last day for summer school for grades 5 & 8 will be Thursday, June 16, 2016.
The summer school schedule for students who need to retake the high school End-of-Course exams has not been changed.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a special called meeting on Friday, June 3, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 5:30pm.
When the academic year comes to an end and our school cafeterias close, our kids still need nutritious meals to help nurture mind, body, and spirit. At Italy ISD, we will ensure that our students get free healthy meals during the summer vacation through our Summer Food Service Program. The Texas Department of Agriculture administers this program to connect Texas children in need of good nutrition during the summer months.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Monday, May 23, 2016 in the Superintendent’s office at 300 S. College Street, Italy, Texas. Meeting time is slated for 6pm.
The school year of 2015 and 2016 is the first year that Avalon ISD has had a FFA program since the 1930’s.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a Workshop followed by their monthly meeting on Monday, May 16 in the Italy High School Library at 300 S. College Street, Italy, Texas. Workshop is slated for 6pm. Meeting time slated for 7pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Monday, March 21, 2016 in the Italy High School cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Monday, February 22, 2016 in the Italy High School Cafeteria (300 S. College Street, Italy). Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 19th, 2016 in the Italy High School cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 7pm.
Please keep sending Box Tops to the Italy campuses. All submissions are appreciated and are used to fund a few ‘extras’ many faculty would not have otherwise. Thank you, Gladiator Nation!
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a workshop on Thursday, December 17th in the Italy High School Cafeteria (300 S. College Street, Italy). Meeting time is slated for 4:30pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Monday, November 16th. Meeting time is slated for 7pm in the Italy High School Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy.
Italy ISD will honor the military for Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 9:00am in the George Scott Coliseum. All veterans and community are welcome to attend.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a special called meeting on Friday, October 30th. Meeting time is slated for 8:30pm to be held in the Administration Office at 300 S. College Street, Italy.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their regular monthly meeting on Monday, October 19, 2015. The meeting will be held in the Italy High School cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy at is slated for a 7pm call to order.
Parents and Community: The following information is being provided to help understand a situation that occurred today. At approximately 1:09 PM employees of the high school became aware of a domestic disturbance on Park St. The Italy police department was notified. The decision was made to enter a Code Yellow Lock Down. This type lock down prevents students, and community members from leaving and/or entering the building. During the lock down the faculty and staff ensured all doors were secured and students were safe.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Friday, October 16, 2015 at the Administration Offices located at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6:30pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. The meeting is slated to begin at 8pm and will be held in the Italy High School Cafeteria (300 S. College Street).
From today through October 30 the Italy ISD Yearbook is on sale for $35. After October 30 the price goes up to $40. Print out the form and return to your child’s school or drop of to Kelli Ballard in the High School’s front office. You can also order online at www.jostens.com If you have an questions please contact Mrs. Eaglen at [email protected]
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their regular monthly meeting on Monday, September 21st. Meeting time is slated for 7:00pm to be held in the Italy High School cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy.
Health Matters will be providing influenza immunization at the times and locations listed below.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Friday, September 18. Meeting time is slated for 5:30. The meeting will be held in the Italy ISD Administration office at 300 S. College Street, Italy.
The annual George Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund barbecue dinner will be held Friday, October 2, 2015 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Italy High School Cafeteria. Cost for the meal is $12 per person. The meal will be catered by Bubba’s of Ennis.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a special called meeting on Friday, September 4th at 6:30pm. The meeting is scheduled to be held in the Italy ISD Superintendents Office at 300 S. College Street, Italy.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a workshop on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 in the Superintendents office (300 S. College Street, Italy.) The agenda states that this workshop will be called to order at 5:30pm.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have a called meeting on Monday, August 24, 2015 in the Italy HS Cafeteria at 300 S. College Street, Italy. Meeting time is slated for 6:30pm. Just prior to this called meeting, at 6:00pm, there will be a public hearing to discuss the budget and tax rates for the district.
The Italy ISD Board of Trustees will have their regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 17, 2015 in the Italy High School Cafeteria (300 S. College Street, Italy). Meeting time is slated for 7:00pm.
