Let’s be diligent in our safety procedures as the school year ends. At times, the closing of the school year can cause an unconscious relaxation of procedures as all school-related celebrations begin to take place. I want to remind everyone that all visitors must enter through the main entry and should badge in using the Raptor System. All external doors should be closed and locked, and all parking lots and playgrounds should be frequently monitored for unwelcome visitors. Again, I encourage us to maintain our spirited celebrations of our students, faculty, and staff, but please be diligent about safety processes while doing so.

Last week, we celebrated our retirees and teachers receiving the Teacher Incentive Allotment recognition. Congratulations to our teachers who earned the outcomes bonuses. We look forward to celebrating even more Alief ISD teachers next year. I want to thank our retirees for their commitment to Alief ISD. Thank you to all of our retirees on behalf of the students and the Alief community for your years of dedication to the education profession. I know many of you will transition to a new chapter in life but do not forget Alief ISD, and always consider yourself welcome. I know the downtime will be much appreciated however, please consider this an early invitation to volunteer or come and celebrate Alief Proud Day, Alief Yes We Can Week, or come back and grab a bite during our Taste of Alief!

Celebrations

Congratulations to Alan Martinez, Emilio Alas, and Fernando Deloera for bringing the win back home at the Rising Star of Texas, Welding Certification Event at Texas State University in San Marcos.

1st Place in Level 4 ( the highest level) Alan Martinez – Alief Taylor HS

1st Place in Level 3   Emilio Alas – Elsik HS

3rd Place in Level 3   Fernando Deloera – Elsik HS

Students won a total of $4,000 in scholarships to Ocean Corporation.

The First Tee of Greater Houston hosted their annual Champions Challenge at F.M. Law park. Fourth graders, Maranda Jackson and Mia-Bella Castro from Mahanay Elementary competed, along with 300 other 4th graders from various school districts. They brought back 4th place in the team category and Maranda won 2nd place in the individual category. These young ladies showed off their golf skills and core values as true champions.

Mr. Jonathan McTier III, Choir director at Hastings HS and Lead Choir director for Alief ISD high school choirs, and Mr. Timothy Patrick Sloan Sr., Orchestra director at Albright MS, are among the Quarterfinalists announced for the 2024 Music Educator Awards from the Grammy’s. Thank you for making a significant contribution and demonstrating a commitment to music education!

 

Looking forward