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Corpus Christi Independent School District NOVEMBER 17, 2025

EVENTS Nov. 24-28

Thanksgiving Break

Dec. 8

Board of Trustees Meeting

CCISD CARES

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.

Honoring our veterans Today and every day, we’re proud to be part of a community that honors our veterans. Across CCISD, campuses paid tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country.

Thank you, veterans, especially those a part of Team CCISD, for your service and sacrifice.

GRADUATES We are celebrating our district employees who will graduate from a college or university in December!

Submit a cap and gown photo of yourself with your name and current job title in CCISD. Be sure to let us know what degree you will be earning! Submit photos to communications@ccisd.us.

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Corpus Christi ISD trustees select officers

Dolly Gonzales Trolley President

Marty Bell Vice President

S. Jaime Arredondo Secretary

Steve Barrera Assistant Secretary

During the Nov. 10 Board of Trustees meeting, CCISD’s school board members took action —as they do each year — to select officers by majority vote. They are: • President: Dolly Gonzales Trolley • Vice President: Marty Bell • Secretary: S. Jaime Arredondo • Assistant Secretary: Steve Barrera The board also received updates on the Advancement Via Individual Determination program and recognized the October Above the Line employees of the month.

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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.

Congratulations, November Above the Line winners!

CCISD has a Leadership Definition, which we use to select Above the Line employee of the month winners. District leaders recently announced Above the Line employee of the month winners! Honorees were surprised at their work locations with the announcement they were selected. Nominate someone who goes Above the Line.

Jaime Bazan, Teacher, Smith Elementary School Mr. Bazan follows the definition by empowering minds. He is passionate about his content area and goes above and beyond to ensure students are engaged in meaningful learning. He thoughtfully prepares and sets up hands-on labs that spark curiosity and deepen student understanding.

Senior Officer Erica Sotello Senior Officer Erica Sotello follows the definition by developing hearts. Officer Sotello is a true team player. She has worked to build strong relationships with our students and staff. Her work has built positive moments with students that have translated to student success on campus. She has also championed new safety ideas and has been helpful in ensuring our daily safety.

Michael Garcia, Assistant Principal, Driscoll Middle School Mr. Garcia follows the definition by developing hearts. He ensures students and staff are heard.

He goes out of his way to make sure everyone is on the track to success. He is always looking for ways to be better than we were yesterday.

Empowering Minds • Prioritize growth and resiliency • Earn autonomy through excellence • Promote shared accountability

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y p p a H g n i v i g s k n a Th k a e r B Nov. 24-28 All campuses and district offices will be closed.

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