HISD Superior Rating

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small. Howe Mercantile in Downtown Howe is one of those who will offer discounts throughout their store on Friday and Saturday. They will have 10-15 percent markdowns store wide.

Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. This year, we know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of government tyranny. Founded by American Express in 2010 and officially cosponsored by SBA since 2011, Small Business Saturday has become an important part of small businesses’ busiest shopping season. Historically, reported projected spending among U.S. consumers who shopped at independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business Saturday reached an estimated $23.3 billion according to the2021 Small Business Saturday Consumer Insights Survey.

FBC XYZ

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XYZ (Senior Citizens group) of First Baptist Church Howe met in November at the church's Fellowship Hall with a short business meeting and announcements, then a wonderful program of songs by Ray McCarthy, and finally a yummylunch brought and shared by attendees. Ray McCarthy played and sang many original songs as well as some old favorites including "How Great Thou Art." Ray's new album entitled "Ray McCarthy: Through the Eyes of a Child" was released Nov. 18 and can be accessed through Amazon, Spotify, or any streaming provider. We always enjoy his rendition of "Mary, Did You Know?" and we thank him for sharing his talent with us.

Howe ISD receives Superior Achievement rating

Howe ISD received a Rating of Superior Achievement with a score of 98 out of 100. The Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas is an accountability system that rates school districts regarding their fiscal status. It evaluates the districts accounting practices, including audit, budget compliance, internal controls, and debt.

“We are very proud of our Superior rating and credit our business office for their diligence in this area,” said Howe ISD Superintendent Kevin Wilson.

The Howe ISD Board of Trustees approved the HISD Innovation Plan which allows the district some flexibility regarding compliance with certain statutes.

The ISD also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Howe which delineates the jurisdiction between the Howe ISD Police and the HPD.