Corpus Christi Independent School District
EVENTS
April 14
Fiscal Management
Committee Meeting
Regular Board Meeting
April 18
Good Friday
April 21
Easter Monday
TIP OF THE WEEK
As we prepare to finish off the year strong, ensure your email signature block meets requirements. The approved signature block is available online
INFORMATION
Is your contact information up-todate? Log on to CCISD Connect to update your information.
DRAFT DAY 2025
Do you know a teacher or coach who would be a great addition to Team CCISD? Let them know about our Draft 2025: Teacher Job Fair on April 26! The event will be from 9 a.m. to noon at Carroll High School.
Top Attendance Growth
Congratulations to the Superintendent’s Cup winners! King High School, Kaffie Middle School, Fannin Elementary School and Early Childhood Development Center received the cup for Top Attendance Growth this six weeks. Carroll High School, Driscoll Middle School, Mireles Elementary School and Branch Academy also received recognition for attendance growth this past six weeks.
Windows 11 upgrade
Technology Services Staff will coordinate with department leads and Principals to identify the date(s) in which your site will be updated. Updates will take place between March 2025 through July 2025. During this time, each site/ department will be provided an inventory of computers that indicates whether they can be updated to Windows 11. All staff should ensure that they have backed up their data prior to the update, including files and browser bookmarks. For more information on how to backup data visit this Knowledge Base article. Staff can also enter a help desk ticket for additional support.
Above the Line
Get your Above the Line nominations in today!
This year, the nomination form follows our district’s Leadership Definition. Submit your nominations online.
Mayor honors Kaffie Middle School educator as Teacher of the Month
During a recent Corpus Christi City Council Meeting, the Mayor and City Council Members honored Kaffie Middle School teacher Leon Avelar as Teacher of the Month.
Mr. Avelar teaches history and has worked for the district for 18 years.
“My aspirations for the future of our students is for all students to have a solid foundation in government, economics, and history so they have an understanding of how the world works and how they can play an active role in shaping it, Mr. Avelar said. “The idea of community involvement is also key, as it instills a sense of responsibility and encourages them to think beyond themselves.”
Dr. Cynthia Hopkins named recipient of Truman T. Bell Extraordinary Service Award
Kaffie Science teacher Dr. Cynthia Hopkins was named the recipient of the Truman T. Bell Extraordinary Service Award by the Texas Science and Engineering Fair. This award honors Texas educators, sponsors and advocates who exceed their roles to support students, colleagues and communities through their dedication to the science fair.
As part of the recognition, Hopkins received a $1,000 cash prize.
“The Truman Bell Award is not just a personal honor — it’s a reminder that our efforts matter and that we’re shaping futures every single day,” she said.
