Point Isabel ISD
Class, Dignity, and Pride
📢 ACE Parent Reminder
For any ACE-related matters after school hours, please contact your campus Site Coordinator directly.
✅ All ACE transportation changes must be communicated to the Site Coordinator before 2:00 PM.
🚫 There are no early pick-ups from ACE.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us keep ACE safe and running smoothly!
🇺🇸 Red, White & Blue Day 🇺🇸
📅 Thursday, September 11, 2025
This September 11th, we encourage all students, faculty, and staff to wear red, white, and blue to honor and remember the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. Let’s stand together in tribute and unity. ❤️🤍💙
📅 Thursday, September 11, 2025
This September 11th, we encourage all students, faculty, and staff to wear red, white, and blue to honor and remember the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. Let’s stand together in tribute and unity. ❤️🤍💙
🎓✨ Attention Tarpon Seniors & Families! ✨🎓
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is now accepting applications! This prestigious and highly selective scholarship provides last-dollar funding to cover the full cost of attendance for outstanding student leaders from low-income households.
✅ Who is eligible?
* High school seniors
* Pell-eligible
* U.S. citizens or permanent residents
* Minimum 3.3 GPA
* Planning to enroll full-time at a 4-year accredited U.S. college or university
📌 Ideal candidates are in the top 10% of their class, demonstrate strong leadership, and show exceptional perseverance and motivation.
💡 What’s covered?
Tuition, fees, books, housing, meals, and more — plus mentoring, leadership development, and career support to help scholars thrive.
📅 Deadline: Phase I closes Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM PT.
Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity! Seniors, apply today and take the next step toward your future. 🌟
Learn more and apply here ➡️ https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is now accepting applications! This prestigious and highly selective scholarship provides last-dollar funding to cover the full cost of attendance for outstanding student leaders from low-income households.
✅ Who is eligible?
* High school seniors
* Pell-eligible
* U.S. citizens or permanent residents
* Minimum 3.3 GPA
* Planning to enroll full-time at a 4-year accredited U.S. college or university
📌 Ideal candidates are in the top 10% of their class, demonstrate strong leadership, and show exceptional perseverance and motivation.
💡 What’s covered?
Tuition, fees, books, housing, meals, and more — plus mentoring, leadership development, and career support to help scholars thrive.
📅 Deadline: Phase I closes Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM PT.
Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity! Seniors, apply today and take the next step toward your future. 🌟
Learn more and apply here ➡️ https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
🍕🔥 New at Jr. High & High School!
Say hello to the Meatzza Pizza – stacked with all the meats and all the flavor. 🤩served with fresh sliced cucumber and carrots,with choice of fruit.
📚✨ New for Tarpon Families! ✨📚
Point Isabel ISD now offers parents the ability to view what their child is checking out from the school libraries! 💙
👉 To use this feature, parents must have their email registered in Skyward.
✔️ Once your email is added, scan the QR code below for access.
✔️ You’ll receive a verification email (sent to the email listed in Skyward).
✔️ From there, you’ll be able to:
View your child(ren)’s checkout history
See current checkouts with due dates
Check any fines for lost or damaged books
Browse the school’s full collection
Even mark books you prefer your child not access
This program is optional, but it’s a wonderful way to stay connected to your child’s reading journey and spark conversations about the books they love. 📖💭
If you have any questions, please contact our district librarian, Jessica Hedrick, at 956-943-0030 or jhedrick@pi-isd.net
Point Isabel ISD now offers parents the ability to view what their child is checking out from the school libraries! 💙
👉 To use this feature, parents must have their email registered in Skyward.
✔️ Once your email is added, scan the QR code below for access.
✔️ You’ll receive a verification email (sent to the email listed in Skyward).
✔️ From there, you’ll be able to:
View your child(ren)’s checkout history
See current checkouts with due dates
Check any fines for lost or damaged books
Browse the school’s full collection
Even mark books you prefer your child not access
This program is optional, but it’s a wonderful way to stay connected to your child’s reading journey and spark conversations about the books they love. 📖💭
If you have any questions, please contact our district librarian, Jessica Hedrick, at 956-943-0030 or jhedrick@pi-isd.net
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✨ September’s Counseling Family Newsletter is here! ✨
This month’s focus is Respect — seeing value in all people and things, and treating them with care. 💙
Check out this month’s “PurposeFull Pursuits” for fun ways to connect as a family while practicing Respect:
👋 Create a non-verbal family cue for showing Respect.
📱 Unplug together for family time and practice being present in the moment.
Let’s grow in kindness, connection, and Respect together! 🌟
This month’s focus is Respect — seeing value in all people and things, and treating them with care. 💙
Check out this month’s “PurposeFull Pursuits” for fun ways to connect as a family while practicing Respect:
👋 Create a non-verbal family cue for showing Respect.
📱 Unplug together for family time and practice being present in the moment.
Let’s grow in kindness, connection, and Respect together! 🌟
🎓 Empower your future with Point Isabel ISD!
FREE GED Classes for Adults are coming this fall! 🙌
Are you ready to take the next step in your education journey?
📍 Registration: 5:00–6:00 PM at Port Isabel Early College High School
Stay connected ➡️ @PointIsabelISD | www.pi-isd.net
FREE GED Classes for Adults are coming this fall! 🙌
Are you ready to take the next step in your education journey?
📍 Registration: 5:00–6:00 PM at Port Isabel Early College High School
Stay connected ➡️ @PointIsabelISD | www.pi-isd.net
🎉 Tomorrow is Game Day! 🎉
Your Port Isabel Tarpons take on the Rio Hondo Bobcats! 🏈💙
📍 Rio Hondo High School Stadium
📅 Thursday, September 4, 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/rhisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzY3P3NpbmdsZT0w
Let’s go Tarpons! ⚓️🐟
Your Port Isabel Tarpons take on the Rio Hondo Bobcats! 🏈💙
📍 Rio Hondo High School Stadium
📅 Thursday, September 4, 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/rhisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzY3P3NpbmdsZT0w
Let’s go Tarpons! ⚓️🐟
🍴 Today’s Lunch at Tarpon Café
Chicken Rotini Alfredo served with a warm whole-grain garlic breadstick, fresh steamed broccoli & carrots, and a choice of fruit. 🥦🍎
A balanced and delicious meal to keep students fueled for learning! 📚✨
(11:56 AM) Safety Update:
📢 Board of Trustees Vacancy – Apply Now!
Point Isabel ISD is looking for a dedicated community member to join our Board of Trustees. This is a chance to make a difference for our students and district!
Applicants must meet legal requirements and be registered voters in the district. Current employees may apply but must resign if appointed. Service is voluntary and includes attending meetings, training, and community events.
Pick up an application at the District Administration Office, 101 Port Road, Port Isabel, TX, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Completed applications, with a letter of interest and resume, are due in person by 12 Noon, September 9, 2025.
The Board plans to appoint the new member at the September 16, 2025 meeting.
Point Isabel ISD is looking for a dedicated community member to join our Board of Trustees. This is a chance to make a difference for our students and district!
Applicants must meet legal requirements and be registered voters in the district. Current employees may apply but must resign if appointed. Service is voluntary and includes attending meetings, training, and community events.
Pick up an application at the District Administration Office, 101 Port Road, Port Isabel, TX, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Completed applications, with a letter of interest and resume, are due in person by 12 Noon, September 9, 2025.
The Board plans to appoint the new member at the September 16, 2025 meeting.
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