Point Isabel ISD proudly celebrates Tarpon Pride 🇺🇸
We stand united in support of our U.S. servicemembers from the Tarpon community—near and far—who serve our country with courage and dedication.
Honor. Gratitude. Respect.
Join us in showing appreciation by wearing RED every Friday in May ❤️
We stand united in support of our U.S. servicemembers from the Tarpon community—near and far—who serve our country with courage and dedication.
Honor. Gratitude. Respect.
Join us in showing appreciation by wearing RED every Friday in May ❤️
May 2, 2026 Preliminary Unofficial Results
💚 Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
Show your support all month long!
Wear a green shirt every Monday in May to promote mental health awareness and remind others they are not alone.
Together, we can make a difference. 💚
Show your support all month long!
Wear a green shirt every Monday in May to promote mental health awareness and remind others they are not alone.
Together, we can make a difference. 💚
May Menus🍎
🎉 Point Isabel ISD Kinder Round-Up 🎉
Join us for a fun and exciting evening as we welcome our future Little Tarpons for the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 May 12, 2026
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Derry Elementary | 1702 2nd Street, Port Isabel, TX
✨ Meet our teachers & administrators
🏫 Explore classrooms & tour the campus
🎨 Enjoy hands-on activities
We can’t wait to meet you and your kinder student!
📞 Call your child’s campus for more information.
Note: Kinder registration is available at campus sites if you’re unable to attend this event.
Join us for a fun and exciting evening as we welcome our future Little Tarpons for the 2026–2027 school year!
📅 May 12, 2026
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Derry Elementary | 1702 2nd Street, Port Isabel, TX
✨ Meet our teachers & administrators
🏫 Explore classrooms & tour the campus
🎨 Enjoy hands-on activities
We can’t wait to meet you and your kinder student!
📞 Call your child’s campus for more information.
Note: Kinder registration is available at campus sites if you’re unable to attend this event.
Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day! 💙🐟
Happy Principals’ Day to our amazing campus leaders:
✨ Valarie Brown – Derry Elementary Principal
✨ Valerie LeBlanc – Garriga Elementary Principal
✨ Rocio Ramos – Port Isabel Junior High Principal
✨ Debra Quist – Port Isabel Early College High School Principal
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence. Your impact is felt across our entire Tarpon Nation!
Happy Principals’ Day to our amazing campus leaders:
✨ Valarie Brown – Derry Elementary Principal
✨ Valerie LeBlanc – Garriga Elementary Principal
✨ Rocio Ramos – Port Isabel Junior High Principal
✨ Debra Quist – Port Isabel Early College High School Principal
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence. Your impact is felt across our entire Tarpon Nation!
Celebrating our School Lunch Heroes 💙🍎 May 1,2026!
Our team of 26 has proudly served over 500,000 meals including breakfast lunch and snacks fueling our students every single day.
Behind every meal is heart dedication and a commitment to our students.
Thank you for everything you do you truly make a difference
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎💙
Our team of 26 has proudly served over 500,000 meals including breakfast lunch and snacks fueling our students every single day.
Behind every meal is heart dedication and a commitment to our students.
Thank you for everything you do you truly make a difference
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎💙
🎓 The 5th Annual Superintendent Scholarship is now open!
Port Isabel Early College High School seniors in good academic standing who have been accepted into a college, university, or trade school are encouraged to apply.
⏰ Deadline: May 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM (no late submissions accepted)
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity—apply today and spread the word!
Port Isabel Early College High School seniors in good academic standing who have been accepted into a college, university, or trade school are encouraged to apply.
⏰ Deadline: May 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM (no late submissions accepted)
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity—apply today and spread the word!
🧠💚 Point Isabel ISD – Mental Health Awareness Week💚🧠
📅 May 11 – May 15
Join us as we come together to support mental health and wellness across our Tarpon community!
💚 Mental Health Monday – “More Good Days Together”
Wear green to show your support for Mental Health Awareness.
👯 Twinning Tuesday – “You Are Not Alone”
Team up and dress alike with friends—because no one has to face challenges alone.
🏃 Wellness Wednesday – “Mental Health is Just as Important as Physical Health”
Wear your favorite sports shirt, jersey, or workout gear—stay active and feel good!
🌈 Empathy Thursday – “Empathy Ties Us Together”
Wear tie-dye to represent the full range of emotions—it’s okay to feel them all.
🐟 Tarpon Family Friday – “Support Friends and Family”
Show your Tarpon pride by wearing spirit gear and supporting one another.
Let’s build a stronger, more supportive community—together! 💙
Point Isabel ISD is excited to celebrate all End-of-Year Activities! 🎉
To help ensure a safe and smooth experience for everyone, a Clear Bag Policy will be in effect for all end of year activities and ceremonies.
🔹 Permitted: Clear bags only
🔹 Not Allowed: Non-transparent bags
We kindly ask all families and friends to plan accordingly and bring only clear bags to events.
Thank you for helping us keep our celebrations safe and enjoyable for all! 💙
📢 Point Isabel ISD New Student Registration
New student registration for the 2026–2027 school year will take place May 4–May 15, 2026 at all Point Isabel ISD campuses.
📝 Please have the following documents ready for in-person or online registration:
• Proof of residency
• Parent/guardian valid ID
• Birth certificate
• Immunization records
• Student Social Security card (if available)
ℹ️ Note: Returning students do not need to re-enroll. Parents will only need to verify/update contact information online.
For more information, please contact your child’s campus.
New student registration for the 2026–2027 school year will take place May 4–May 15, 2026 at all Point Isabel ISD campuses.
📝 Please have the following documents ready for in-person or online registration:
• Proof of residency
• Parent/guardian valid ID
• Birth certificate
• Immunization records
• Student Social Security card (if available)
ℹ️ Note: Returning students do not need to re-enroll. Parents will only need to verify/update contact information online.
For more information, please contact your child’s campus.
🚌💙 Point Isabel ISD celebrates Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Thank you to our amazing bus drivers for safely transporting our students each day and being a friendly face on every route. We appreciate all that you do for our Tarpon community!
At the April board meeting, Port Isabel Junior High School students were recognized for their selection in a nationwide writing contest!
These talented students earned publication in the National “Fright Club” Writing Competition, hosted by Young Writers. This prestigious honor highlights their creativity, originality, and engaging storytelling, with their work selected for inclusion in a national anthology.
We are proud of their outstanding achievement and representation of Port Isabel Junior High. Thank you to Ms. Elma Ruiz for her guidance and support!
These talented students earned publication in the National “Fright Club” Writing Competition, hosted by Young Writers. This prestigious honor highlights their creativity, originality, and engaging storytelling, with their work selected for inclusion in a national anthology.
We are proud of their outstanding achievement and representation of Port Isabel Junior High. Thank you to Ms. Elma Ruiz for her guidance and support!
At the April regular board meeting, we proudly recognized Port Isabel Junior High students for their outstanding achievements in Junior VASE (Visual Arts Scholastic Event), a Texas Art Education Association program celebrating creativity and artistic growth.
Congratulations to Katalayah Mota Reyes and Miranda Canales for earning a rating of 3, and to Elizabeth Hable, Mackie Mayfield, Kinley Pust, and Lorelei Hall for earning an impressive rating of 4 (Exemplary)!
A special recognition goes to Lorelei Hall, who achieved the highest honor with a Platinum rating—an award given to less than 10% of top entries statewide.
We are incredibly proud of these students for their creativity, technical skill, and ability to communicate their artistic process. Thank you to Mrs. Jamie Hall for her guidance and support!
Congratulations to Katalayah Mota Reyes and Miranda Canales for earning a rating of 3, and to Elizabeth Hable, Mackie Mayfield, Kinley Pust, and Lorelei Hall for earning an impressive rating of 4 (Exemplary)!
A special recognition goes to Lorelei Hall, who achieved the highest honor with a Platinum rating—an award given to less than 10% of top entries statewide.
We are incredibly proud of these students for their creativity, technical skill, and ability to communicate their artistic process. Thank you to Mrs. Jamie Hall for her guidance and support!
📸🌸 Spring into Memories with ACE! 🌸📸
Join us for our ACE Spring Photos Family Engagement Event and capture those special milestones with your loved ones! 💙✨
We’ll be offering FREE family portraits along with:
🎓 Kinder Promotion Pictures
🎓 5th Grade Promotion Pictures
🎓 8th Grade Promotion Pictures
🎓 Senior Pictures
Bring the whole family and let’s make memories that last a lifetime! 📷💐
📍 Location: PIECHS Cafeteria
📅 Date: April 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
We can’t wait to see you there! 💙
Join us for our ACE Spring Photos Family Engagement Event and capture those special milestones with your loved ones! 💙✨
We’ll be offering FREE family portraits along with:
🎓 Kinder Promotion Pictures
🎓 5th Grade Promotion Pictures
🎓 8th Grade Promotion Pictures
🎓 Senior Pictures
Bring the whole family and let’s make memories that last a lifetime! 📷💐
📍 Location: PIECHS Cafeteria
📅 Date: April 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
We can’t wait to see you there! 💙
Port Isabel Early College High School is proud to celebrate the success of our 2nd Annual College, Career & Military Symposium! 🎓✨
With over 40 organizations in attendance—including community partners, Military, Workforce Solutions, colleges and universities—our students had an incredible opportunity to explore their future pathways and make meaningful connections.
We also wrapped up the event on a high note with a delicious lunch prepared by our talented Culinary students—your hard work and hospitality truly impressed our guests! 👩🍳🍽️
Thank you to Region One rooted and everyone who helped make this event a success. Together, we are building brighter futures for our students!
With over 40 organizations in attendance—including community partners, Military, Workforce Solutions, colleges and universities—our students had an incredible opportunity to explore their future pathways and make meaningful connections.
We also wrapped up the event on a high note with a delicious lunch prepared by our talented Culinary students—your hard work and hospitality truly impressed our guests! 👩🍳🍽️
Thank you to Region One rooted and everyone who helped make this event a success. Together, we are building brighter futures for our students!
📢 End of Year SHAC Meeting
Join us for the Point Isabel ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) meeting! Families and community members are encouraged to attend and learn about the great work happening across our district. Your voice matters in shaping the health and wellness of our students.
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Port Isabel Early College High School CTE Building
18001 TX-100, Port Isabel, TX 78578
Let’s finish the year strong—together! 💙
Join us for the Point Isabel ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) meeting! Families and community members are encouraged to attend and learn about the great work happening across our district. Your voice matters in shaping the health and wellness of our students.
📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM
📍 Port Isabel Early College High School CTE Building
18001 TX-100, Port Isabel, TX 78578
Let’s finish the year strong—together! 💙
Congratulations to Point Isabel ISD Teachers of the Year—our shining stars! ⭐ You make our Tarpon community stronger, one impact at a time.
Derry Elementary – Marisa C. Martinez
Garriga Elementary – Jennifer Perez
Port Isabel Junior High School – Minerva McGrath
Port Isabel Early College High School – Amanda Orozco
Thank you for your dedication and excellence! 💙
Derry Elementary – Marisa C. Martinez
Garriga Elementary – Jennifer Perez
Port Isabel Junior High School – Minerva McGrath
Port Isabel Early College High School – Amanda Orozco
Thank you for your dedication and excellence! 💙
📢 Exam for Acceleration – Enroll Now!
Give your child the opportunity to advance academically!
🗓 Exam Dates: May 11–14, 2026
📚 Grades: K–12
✏️ Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies & more
✅ Criteria: Score 80% or higher on exams
💲 Deposit: $25 (refundable upon completion)
📝 Registration Opens: April 24, 2026
⏰ Deadline: May 1, 2026
📍 Location: Campus Counselor’s Office
📞 For more information, contact your child’s campus counselor!
Give your child the opportunity to advance academically!
🗓 Exam Dates: May 11–14, 2026
📚 Grades: K–12
✏️ Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies & more
✅ Criteria: Score 80% or higher on exams
💲 Deposit: $25 (refundable upon completion)
📝 Registration Opens: April 24, 2026
⏰ Deadline: May 1, 2026
📍 Location: Campus Counselor’s Office
📞 For more information, contact your child’s campus counselor!
Point Isabel ISD is excited to celebrate all End-of-Year Activities! 🎉
To help ensure a safe and smooth experience for everyone, a Clear Bag Policy will be in effect beginning April 27, 2026.
🔹 Permitted: Clear bags only
🔹 Not Allowed: Non-transparent bags
We kindly ask all families and friends to plan accordingly and bring only clear bags to events.
Thank you for helping us keep our celebrations safe and enjoyable for all! 💙
To help ensure a safe and smooth experience for everyone, a Clear Bag Policy will be in effect beginning April 27, 2026.
🔹 Permitted: Clear bags only
🔹 Not Allowed: Non-transparent bags
We kindly ask all families and friends to plan accordingly and bring only clear bags to events.
Thank you for helping us keep our celebrations safe and enjoyable for all! 💙
