Alief ISD: Welcome Back! From Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays

It’s an exciting time here in Alief ISD. As the school year begins, I think about the nearly 40,000 students who will enter our schools to grow and move closer to realizing their dreams! Our leaders and every professional in our schools who impact the lives of Alief students help bring each student closer to making their dreams come true. The power to positively influence a student’s future is one of my greatest joys as an educator!

I am All In With Alief! That means a continued focus on ongoing improvement and surpassing last year’s achievements. While there are many successes from the past year worth celebrating, we can and will aim higher and accomplish even more! I am excited to have each of you by my side as we work for the students and families of the Alief community.

Remember that our students are counting on us to help them achieve their dreams. Our families and students trust us to pave the way to success. When you step foot in Alief ISD, I encourage you all to be the difference for a colleague, be the difference for our community, be the difference for our families and students. Be all in with Alief ISD!

Welcome back! Make sure you check out our Back to School Guide.

Please note the updated times on the flyer for our upcoming Superintendent Community Connection Series meetings! The next meeting is scheduled for this Friday, August 15, at 1:00 p..m. at Alief Youngblood Intermediate School Library. We hope to see you there!

Alief ISD Literacy MENtors is more than just a reading program; it’s a movement to build brighter futures! This initiative invites caring male volunteers to read aloud to third-grade students for one hour, once a month, fostering a love for reading and boosting academic success. Join us in making a difference, one book, one student, one hour at a time. Volunteer today and help us shape tomorrow’s leaders!

Congratulations to Alief ISD Trustee Janet Spurlock! She was recognized as a TASB Master Trustee Class of 2025 member during the August 5th Board workshop. She is the third Alief Board member to complete the process, along with Board President Dr. Darlene Breaux and Board Secretary Rick Moreno.

Alief ISD is proud to celebrate Albright Middle School Principal Lori Wyatt for being named TASSP Region IV Middle School Principal of the Year! Her commitment to student success and campus excellence is unmatched. Congratulations, Principal Wyatt!

The TAP (Teacher Apprenticeship Program) launch was a huge success! We’re proud to grow our own by recruiting Alief ISD students and paraprofessionals who aspire to become future educators right here in Alief ISD.

Alief ISD Education Foundation – Pay It Forward Campaign

Dear Alief ISD Team,

We’re excited to invite you to participate in the Alief ISD Education Foundation’s Pay It Forward Campaign! This initiative is a simple yet meaningful way to support our students and teachers by automatically giving a seamless donation directly from your paycheck.

Click here to complete the Pay It Forward Form

As a token of our appreciation, participants will receive an Alief ISD Education Foundation t-shirt to proudly show their support!

For more information on this campaign, please visit our website or contact Li Wen Su, PR Specialist and Alief ISD Education Foundation Liaison, at [email protected]. Thank you for supporting the mission of the Alief ISD Education Foundation. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our community!

With appreciation,

Alief ISD Education Foundation

For fundraiser opportunities, contact [email protected].

Join us for a great cause! We proudly invite all stakeholders, community members, and supporters of education to the 21st Annual Golf Tournament! Scan the QR or visit this link for more information.

“Let’s Make It Clear” Backpack Policy

In an effort to improve the safety measures currently in place, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year and beyond, Alief ISD will require all intermediate, middle, and high school students to use clear backpacks.

Students participating in an extracurricular activity are permitted to carry non-transparent bags to store items pertaining to their particular activity (i.e., band, athletics, etc.).

All extracurricular activity bags must be stored in designated areas upon entry into the school and are subject to search.

Additionally, the maximum size for non-transparent bags that students in intermediate, middle, and high school will be permitted to carry during the school day, such as lunch kits, pencil bags, and purses, will be “6 x 9”.

Elementary school students will be allowed to continue using traditional backpacks.

For more information, please visit our designated webpage HERE.

Do you have a special celebration or achievement you’d love to share? Submit your celebration here and let us highlight the amazing moments that make Alief ISD so special!

Explore the Alief ISD SmugMug photo gallery and relive unforgettable moments from school events, celebrations, and achievements. Browse through vibrant snapshots capturing the spirit, talent, and dedication of our students and staff. Check out the gallery here!

Join the Alief Alumni Influencer Association and Stay Connected! Be a part of something bigger by joining the Alief Alumni Influencer Association—a network of proud graduates making a difference! Whether you want to reconnect with old classmates, mentor current students, share your success story, or give back to the community that shaped you, this is your chance to stay involved. Join today and continue making an impact!