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PRE-K AND ELEMENTARY: MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS:
Welcome to CCISD!
Ihope everyone is having a fun summer, with time to relax and enjoy our beautiful, coastal community. Here at CCISD, we have enjoyed some rest and relaxation as well. Now, we are busily preparing to bring a great educational experience to more than 33,000 students across our city.
As you may know, we were honored as the 2023 Best Large School District in Texas by the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards program, the same program that selected our school board as one of five state finalists for Outstanding Board. H-E-B is a wonderful supporter of public education, and we are honored that they recognized Corpus Christi ISD at this level. We believe honors such as these shine a light on the work we do to form strong school-family relationships.
One of the best ways you can help us, and your child, this year is by ensuring your child has excellent attendance. As parents, we want our children to have a bright future, and the research is clear:
CCISD Board of Trustees
consistent attendance is directly linked to academic success.
This year, we welcome our newest school, Creekside Elementary School. Our Evans and Allen Elementary School students will be in their new home, in the renovated and expanded Allen building. Dawson Elementary School has a new wing as well. Driscoll and Adkins Middle Schools will soon have new gymnasiums, and we are looking forward to cutting the ribbon on a number of renovated libraries and new playground equipment at our elementary schools. Meanwhile, Miller and Ray High Schools will be enjoying their extensive renovations, and we have two middle schools under construction. It is an exciting time to be in our district and our city!
great people at your child’s school.
Our highly trained educators are ready to help all students progress academically while meeting the unique needs of each student. We encourage families to discuss concerns at the school level, as well as to use our Speak Up system to report safety issues. When we work together, we create the welcoming, neighborly public school district we all want and deserve. We can’t wait to meet our new families and to see our returning ones!
Districtwide, we’re just a click away with the “Contact us” button at www.ccisd.us or by texting us at (361) 600-3691. See you soon!
Our principals, teachers and support staff across our 53 schools are delighted to welcome students to a new year of education and extracurricular activities. Please take time to get to know the
The Board of Trustees consists of seven volunteers who reside within the district’s boundaries and are elected by voters to serve four-year terms. The board votes on matters including the approval of school policy, curriculum, expenditures and building programs.
Trustees hold meetings in the Board Room of the Administration Building (801 Leopard Street). Learn more about CCISD’s Board of Trustees and watch live or archived meetings at www.ccisd.us/AboutUs/Board
CCISD Board of Trustees (front row, from left): Dolly Gonzales Trolley, Secretary, District 4; S. Jaime Arredondo, Vice President, District 2; Don Clark, President, At-Large; Alice Upshaw Hawkins, Trustee, At-Large; (back row, from left) Eric Villarreal, PE, Assistant Secretary, District 1; Jane D. Bell, Trustee, At-Large; Dr. Roland Hernandez, CCISD Superintendent of Schools; Marty Bell, Trustee, District 3.
Dr. Roland Hernandez Superintendent of Schools
Education Service Center, Region 2 Large District Regional Board of the Year
Attendance Tips
Attending school every day and arriving on time is crucial to a student’s academic success. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to succeed academically and to graduate from high school.
What can parents do to help their child develop strong attendance habits?
• Talk about the importance of showing up to school every day.
• Set or help your child develop a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Limit the use of social media at night to allow for a good night’s sleep.
• Encourage your child to join school
Develop backup plans for getting to school in case something comes up.
Communicate with the school to check attendance and report absences.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What if I need to miss school?
• If a student is absent, the parent or guardian must call or email the school that day to report the reason for the absence.
Students must also submit a medical excuse or written note from the parent describing the reason for the absence.
Can my child lose credit if they have less than 90% attendance for the year? State law requires that students attend class 90% of the school year to receive credit.
• Ten or more unexcused absences in a six-month period may result in truancy court hearings.
CCISD is committed to assisting families with attendance barriers. Always reach out to your school staff for support. For more information on attendance requirements, contact the Office of Admission, Attendance and Student Support Services at 361-695-7246.
Parental Consent to Leave Campus
All campus sign-out procedures must be followed, and proof of identity must be presented to the front office before a student may leave campus during the
school day. For more information on sign-out policies, contact your student’s school.
Schools require students to bring basic supplies (paper, pencils, scissors, etc.) to class. Students may also be asked to purchase additional supplies for individual classes. Contact your child's school for a complete list of supplies for each grade level and campus. See below for the 2024-25 CCISD elementary school, middle school and high school supply list. School supply lists are also available at www.ccisd.us
School Supply List
CCISD is continuing the requirement for clear backpacks for all CCISD students Pre-K-12th grade. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and the district has taken several steps to ensure schools are safe learning environments. Students will be able to carry in their backpacks a pouch no larger than 5.5 inches by 8.5 inches to hold personal items. Scan the QR code to learn more about the clear backpack requirements.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL
Check with individual teachers for additional supplies
• Clear backpack
• Highlighters
• Package of sticky notes
• 1 Package #2 pencils
• Map pencils
• Notebook paper white regular ruled
• 1 Three ring binder or folder with brads
• 1 Composition notebook
• Glue stick
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(at least
or 70% isopropanol)
1:1 Device Program
CCISD is excited to continue its 1:1 student device program for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. The program provides students with the tools to access, create, share, and collaborate as digital citizens.
CCISD will also offer a device accidental protection program to provide students with security in the event something happens to the device. It will give the students a sense of responsibility and accountability for the devices they check out.
Bring Your Own Device
The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program provides students the optional opportunity to use a technology device they prefer, to supplement the device from the district, or to meet other needs and preferences. BYOD is supported across the campuses.
For more information on the 1:1 Device program and the BYOD program, please visit www.ccisd.us/ StudentTechnology School lunch
Programs of Choice
Students who attend Corpus Christi Independent School District receive an education that prepares them for a successful life after high school graduation. Whether a student plans to go to college, pursue a military career or go straight into the workforce, the district provides a strong curriculum and an array of course offerings.
CCISD’S PROGRAMS OF CHOICE INCLUDE:
Animal Science
Healthcare Therapeutic Dental
• Maritime
• Graphic Design & Interactive Media Fashion Design Cosmetology
• Automotive
• Drone Unmanned Flight/Robotics
• Nursing Science Welding
Engineering Plant Science
• Carpentry
• Exercise Science & Wellness
• Aviation International Baccalaureate Early College High School
• Pathways in Technology Early College
Scan the QR code to learn more about our Programs of Choice and the application process.
All CCISD campus cafeterias participate in the Community Eligibility Provision program allowing all students to receive a free breakfast and a free lunch every school day. No loans will be given for second meals or a la carte purchases because each student receives complimentary meals.
Enroll new students by visiting www. enrollment.ccisd.us. Returning student enrollment starts Monday, July 22. Questions? Text us at 361-600-3691 or email us at ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk.com. DOWNLOAD THE
To help the district continue to receive money for grants and programs, parents and guardians should complete a district income survey as part of the online registration process.
School Cafe app
Paying for second school meals or a la carte food is convenient and fast with our no-fee online service. Parents and school staff have the opportunity to prepay online through the School Cafe app. By creating a secure online account, parents can easily manage their student’s cafeteria account. Cash or checks will also continue to be accepted at the school cafeterias.
To learn more about CCISD Food Services and see school menus, use the CCISD app or visit the www.ccisd.us/ FoodServices.
Connect With Us!
We believe in a strong partnership between home and school, a partnership that thrives on communication. CCISD offers a variety of ways for parents and guardians to stay connected to what is happening at their schools and across the district.
Ways to stay informed:
• Visit www.ccisd.us/Schools to find your campus’ web address
• Download our app via iOS or Android
• Receive district text messages by texting “Y” or “Yes” to 67587 Get answers to your questions via our Let’s Talk! customer service platform
• Keep your child’s school informed about your contact information so you receive telephone, text and email messages with important information, including emergency updates. Sign up to receive our Weekly Beacon newsletter
• CCISD’s Facebook page
• CCISD’s Instagram account
School closures due to bad weather or emergencies (flooding, power failures, hurricane, etc.) are determined by the Superintendent of Schools. CCISD announces closures via automated messages to staff and families, on official district social media accounts, and by sharing information with local media outlets. To ensure you receive district communications, tell your child’s school about any changes in your contact information.
CCISD’s goal is for all students and staff to be treated with dignity and respect. To resolve a problem or bring a concern to the district’s attention, follow the chart below.
If you are not sure who to contact, we can help!
Phone: (361) 695-7410
Email: ccisd.tx@k12-lets-talk. com Text: (361) 600-3691
Transportation
CCISD offers school bus transportation for students who live 2 miles or more from their assigned school. Students residing within 2 miles of their assigned school may have transportation available if their neighborhood route qualifies as hazardous. The district uses the hazardous transportation rating system that follows state and local policy.
Bus route, bus stop eligibility and assignments are based on the student’s physical address on file in the CCISD student database. Please contact the registrar at your student’s campus to make address changes.
For more information on transportation eligibility and bus routes, contact the Office of Transportation at (361) 6957610 or visit www.ccisd.us/ Departments/Transportation
School Boundaries
CCISD assigns each student to a specific elementary, middle or high school campus based on a student’s home address. To determine which school your child should attend, go to the district’s website, www.ccisd.us, and click on “School Boundaries” to look up specific addresses that determine your attendance zone. If your neighborhood was affected by the recent attendance boundary changes, and you have a question about your new zone, please contact the Office of Student Support Services at (361) 695-7242. For more information on school boundaries and attendance zones, please contact the Office of Assessment and Accountability at (361) 8440396.
Special Education Services
CCISD employs an educational process that links students to various support options, including but not limited to a referral for a special education evaluation. If a student is experiencing learning difficulties in a general education setting, parents and guardians may contact the school principal to learn about the district’s support services.
Parents or guardians of students currently receiving special education services and needing assistance resolving concerns should contact:
• The school principal
• The district’s Senior Director for Special Education
Capturing Kids’ Hearts
Student Conduct and Dress Code
All students and parents may learn about student conduct and dress code requirements in the Student and Parent Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct. The handbook is available at www.ccisd.us, and printed copies are available at your student’s school.
For more information on student conduct, contact the Office of Admissions, Attendance and Student Support Services at (361) 695-7241.
Health Services
School nurses are available at every CCISD campus and are equipped to provide students immediate care in the event of an injury or illness. We encourage parents and guardians to ensure current contact information is on file with the school so that the school may reach you in the event of an emergency. To update contact information, call your campus for assistance.
IMMUNIZATIONS
All students must be immunized according to Texas school immunization requirements. The school nurse can provide guidance on age-appropriate immunization schedules. Acceptable proof of immunization includes a physician-validated history of illness or personal immunization records from a licensed physician or public health clinic.
For more information regarding immunization requirements, call the Office of Student Health Services at (361) 878-2680, ext. 44926. Scan the QR codes below to learn more about Texas immunization requirements and exemptions:
• Or the Region 2 Education Service Center
Parents and guardians may also contact the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to request voluntary mediation, file a complaint, or file a request for a due process hearing before an impartial hearing officer. Before filing a request for a hearing, a confidential mediation may be scheduled at no cost to you.
For more information on student options, call the Office of Special Education at 361-878-2684 or visit the TEA Legal Services, Special Education Dispute Resolution website at www.tea. state.tx.us
CCISD is committed to creating a school environment that is safe, loving and supportive. Capturing Kids’ Hearts strategies help build meaningful relationships between students, families and their school. To learn more about this program, visit www.capturingkidshearts.org
MEDICATIONS
All prescription medications given at school require written permission signed by the physician and parent/guardian. Contact your student’s school nurse or the Office of Student Health Services at (361) 878-2680, ext. 44926
Grading and Report Cards
CCISD’s Grading and Reporting Procedures are available on the CCISD website. The district issues report cards and progress reports through electronic delivery at the end of each grading period to notify parents and guardians about how their student is performing academically in school. Parents/ guardians must electronically sign their student’s report card after each grading period.
The electronic report card and progress report are available in the Canvas Backpack. Both students and parents have access to these records in
No Pass/No Play
Canvas Backpack. At any time, a parent can request a printed copy of the report card from the campus.
Need help accessing a Canvas account? Scan the QR codes for instructions.
ENGLISH SPANISH
Reporting Bullying Incidents
Bullying is not tolerated in CCISD. The district prohibits bullying on school property, at school-sponsored or schoolrelated activities, or in any vehicle operated by the district. Bullying may include verbal or written expression, expression through electronic means or physical conduct. This includes cyberbullying off-campus and outside of school-related or school-sponsored activities based on specific criteria (SB 179 “David’s Law”).
Anyone who believes a student has experienced or engaged in bullying should report the incident immediately via the following options:
Under the state’s “no pass/no play” law, a student must pass all courses for the previous reporting period to be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities.
Students who do not meet this requirement may still attend practices or rehearsals but will not be allowed to participate in performances or competitions. Contact your student’s school for more information on grading and report cards.
• Orally or in writing to a teacher, school counselor, principal or district employee
Submitted anonymously via the “Speak Up for Safety” system. Concerns can be reported by texting 361-631-1011 or by emailing speakup@ ccisd.us
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Athletics are an integral part of the district’s curriculum, and participation in a variety of team and individual sports is part of many students’ education.
To participate in athletics, students in grades 7-12 must have a current physical and completed medical history on file at their school. The Office of Athletics provides a CCISD Student and Parent Athletic Handbook at the beginning of each school year. The handbook includes eligibility guidelines, UIL policies, TEA and district policies.
Additional forms and requirements, along with the CCISD Student and Parent Athletic Handbook, can be found at www.corpuschristiisd. rankonesport.com
Buy Football Tickets Online
The Office of Athletics is offering online varsity football tickets and reserved parking passes for games played at Cabaniss Multipurpose Stadium and Buccaneer Stadium. Middle school football games at various district stadium sites will also be offered online and at the gate on game day. Student tickets are also available online. High School students may also purchase their tickets at their school the week of the game.
CCISD Clear Bag Requirement
To purchase online tickets and parking passes for the 2024-2025 season, visit https:// corpuschristiisd.hometownticketing.com/ embed/all
Reserved parking passes purchased online may be picked up at the Office of Athletics located at 2805 Oso Dr.
For more information, call the Office of Athletics at 361-695-7650.
The district implemented a clear bag requirement to improve safety and security for students, staff and visitors. The clear bag policy is required at all athletic high school and middle school events held at Cabaniss Sports Complex and Buccaneer Stadium.
Livestream Games
Can’t attend the football games in person? Check out the Athletic Office’s YouTube channel to see the games of your choice brought to you live on the district’s Hudl cameras for games at Cabaniss Sports
Complex or Buccaneer Stadium.
Sporting events in the main and auxiliary gyms of each high school campus can also be viewed on the high school’s YouTube channel. Visit www.ccisdsportsnetwork.com/
Athletics
Emergencies and Drills
CCISD is committed to the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors on its campuses. CCISD will continue to follow the Standard Response Protocol and its emergency actions of Lockdown, Evacuate and Shelter-in-Place.
IN AN EMERGENCY TAKE ACTION
HOLD! In your room or area. Clear the halls.
STUDENTS
Clear the hallways and remain in room or area until the “All
Clear” is announced
Do business as usual
STUDENTS
Return to inside of building
Do business as usual
ADULTS
Close and lock door
Account for students and adults
Do business as usual
ADULTS
Bring everyone indoors
Lock outside doors
Increase situational awareness
Account for students and adults
Do business as usual
STUDENTS
Move away from sight
Maintain silence
Do not open the door
STUDENTS
Leave stuff behind if required to
If possible, bring your phone
Follow instructions
STUDENTS
Use appropriate safety strategy for the hazard
HazardSafety Strategy
ADULTS
Recover students from hallway if possible
Lock the classroom door
Turn out the lights
Move away from sight
Maintain silence
Do not open the door
Prepare to evade or defend
ADULTS
Lead students to Evacuation location
Account for students and adults
Notify if missing, extra or injured students or adults
ADULTS
Lead safety strategy
Account for students and adults
Notify if missing, extra or injured students or adults
Tornado Evacuate to shelter area
Hazmat Seal the room
Earthquake Drop, cover and hold
Tsunami Get to high ground
Canvas and Home Access Center
Canvas, a learning management system used by the district, allows parents and guardians to view their student’s assignment due dates and course calendar.
To access Canvas, follow the steps below:
• Visit your school’s website
• Click on the Canvas button located on the homepage
Add @ccisd.us to your Home Access Center username to log in to Canvas
• Use your Home Access Center password to log in
The Home Access Center is a portal that houses student information online. The district will send an activation code and instructions to the email provided during registration.
In Canvas, on the Global navigation you will see the BACKPACK ICON which will lead your student’s information such as Attendance, Report Card, and access to Online resources.
For more information on Canvas and the Home Access Center, visit FAMILY DIGITAL LEARNING SUPPORT.
The Corpus Christi Education Foundation serves and supports the Corpus Christi Independent School District by awarding classroom grants, student and teacher scholarships and funding innovative programs districtwide.
The foundation is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. For more information on the Corpus Christi Education Foundation, including ways to donate, visit www.ccef-ccisd.org or call (361) 695-7412.
2024-2025 CORPUS CHRISTI ISD FACILITIES
CCISD DIRECTORY
Administration
Building (361) 695-7200
Administration
Board of Trustees (361) 695-7403
Superintendent (361) 695-7405
Curriculum and Instruction (361) 695-7408
Business Support Services (361) 695-7360
Departments
Advanced Academics (361) 695-7221
Assessment & Accountability (361) 844-0396
Athletics (361) 695-7650
At-Risk/Dropouts (361) 878-7380
Attendance Officers (361) 695-7242
AVID (361) 695-4005
Bilingual Education (361) 695-7435
Book Processing (361) 850-6010
Career & Technical Education (361) 695-7470
Records
Management (361) 878-3900, ext. 10161
Communications (361) 695-7410
Dyslexia Services (361) 878-2680, ext. 44936
Employee Benefits & Risk Management: (361) 695-7210
Food Services (361) 844-0222
Foster Grandparent Program (361) 878-2571, ext. 42651
Guidance & Counseling (361) 878-2680, ext. 44825
Homebound Program (361) 878-7966
Human Resources (361) 695-7250
Legal Services (361) 695-7427
Migrant Education (361) 878-2150
Natatorium (361) 695-7680
Police & Security Services (361) 878-2851
Purchasing and Distribution (361) 695-7350
Special Education (361) 878-2684
Student Health Services (361) 696-4050
Student Support Services (361) 695-7242
Summer School (361) 695-7528
Technology Services (361) 878-3900
Title I Services (361) 695-7528
Transportation (361) 695-7610
Regular Education (361) 695-7610
Special Education (361) 695-7611