CCISD’s Employee Assistance Program Family Counseling Services: 361-852-7415. For more information, visit the Family Counseling Services website
SCHOOL BOARD
In compliance with 89th Texas Legislature, SB 12, parents may submit comments to the Board via email: schoolboard@ccisd.us
VETERANS DAY
We are honoring our district employees who have served in the military. If you’re a veteran, we invite you to share a photo of yourself in uniform for our Veterans Day tribute. Include your name, title and branch of service. Please send your photo to Communications@ccisd.us. Thank you for your service and dedication to our country and to our students!
NOVEMBER
CCISD named 2026 CTE District of Distinction
Corpus Christi ISD was recently named a 2026 Career and Technical Education (CTE) District of Distinction!
This prestigious honor recognizes districts that demonstrate excellence and innovation in Career and Technical Education, preparing students for success in their future careers. We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to high-quality CTE programs.
Cybersecurity alert
We want to remind everyone to be cautious of fraudulent emails that appear to come from your principal or other district administrators requesting money, gift cards, or other forms of payment.
These messages are phishing scams designed to trick you into sending money or revealing personal information. Please note that principals and district administrators will never ask for money or gift cards via email.
Be alert for messages that look familiar but come from addresses outside the district. Scammers often send short, casual messages like “Please contact me” or “Are you available?” to build trust before making their real request.
If you receive such a message:
• Do not respond or click any links.
• Do not purchase or send gift cards.
• Verify the request by contacting your principal directly using a known phone number.
• Delete or report the message by clicking Report as Phishing in Outlook.
• You can forward it to emailalert@ccisd. us.
CCISD Intranet
Did you know you have access to a live report of your absences and leave balance?
Visit connect.ccisd.us, Click the “Employee Information” button and click “See Your Leave Balances and Absence report.
Leadership definition
Corpus Christi ISD, in partnership with The Holdsworth Center, created a leadership definition to guide the how of our work in support of the district’s mission and vision.
Empowering Minds
• Prioritize growth and resiliency
• Earn autonomy through excellence
• Promote shared accountability
Chief Warnke elected president of TSDPCA
Kirby Warnke, Chief of Police for the Corpus Christi ISD police department was recently installed as President of the Texas School District Police Chiefs’ Association, for a two-year term. (2025-2027), at its annual conference which was recently held in Galveston.
Warnke previously served as First Vice President (2023-2025) Kirby is a graduate of A.C. Jones High School in Beeville and holds two degrees from Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi.
He began his career in law enforcement with the Nueces County Sheriff’s Department, where he achieved the rank of Sergeant. He joined the CCISD Police Department during the 1997-1998 school year, before being named Chief of Police in 2010. Chief Warnke holds a Peace Officers License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as well as the Master Peace Officer Certifi-
cation, School Based Law Enforcement Certification, and is a certified instructor. Kirby is active in the Corpus Christi ISD community and is a fierce advocate for school safety across the entire State of Texas.
TSDPCA was founded in southeast Texas in 1997. Today the Association serves school-based law enforcement chiefs, officers, school safety directors, and school emergency managers for Texas public schools. Additionally, the association has become a statewide voice for school safety through the work of its Legislative Committee.
Elementary schools receive Pear-fection Award
Twenty CCISD campuses received the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Pear-fection Award.
This recognition highlights CCISD’s dedication to providing fresh, nutritious options through the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, helping students make healthy choices.
Thank you to our amazing cafeteria teams for their hard work. Your efforts help our students!
Congratulations to the following campuses for receiving the Pear-fection Award:
• T.G. Allen Elementary School
• Mary Helen Berlanga Elementary School
• Calk-Wilson Elementary School
• Cullen Place Elementary School
• James W. Fannin Elementary School
• Dr. J.A. Garcia Elementary School
• Weldon Gibson Elementary School
• Gloria Hicks Elementary School
• Sam Houston Elementary School
• Stanley Kostoryz Elementary School
• Los Encinos Elementary School
• Moses Menger Elementary School
• Blanche Moore Elementary School
• Oak Park Elementary School
• Schanen Estates Elementary School
• Rose Shaw Elementary School
• Weldon A. Smith Elementary School
• William B. Travis Elementary School
• C.P. Yeager Elementary School
• Lorenzo de Zavala Elementary School
District teacher honored as 7 Brew Hero
CCISD teacher Marie Soza was honored as a 7 Brew Hero. After the death of her son, Blaise, in 1996, she was inspired to turn back to teaching and start a program at Driscoll Children’s Hospital.
“We’re not just teachers, we’re social workers, we’re counselors, we’re mothers,” she said in a 7 Brew video. “When you see my classroom, it’s a happy place. They forget about a lot of what’s going on in their lives.”
Ms. Soza also received a $1,000 check as part of being recognized. #CCISDproud
