📚 Exam for Acceleration | Grades K–12 Point Isabel ISD will offer Exams for Acceleration September 21–25, 2026! 📝 Registration: September 1–4, 2026 💵 Deposit: $25 (refundable upon completion) 📍 Register: Campus Counselor’s Office ✅ Students must score 80% or above to receive credit. Subjects include Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and other eligible courses. 📣 Interested families should contact their campus counselor for more information and to enroll!

🇺🇸 Labor Day Closure

In observance of Labor Day, all Point Isabel ISD offices and campuses will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026.

📅 Regular hours will resume Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

🏈 JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL IS BACK! 🏈

Come out and support our Port Isabel Junior High Tarpons as they take on Garcia Middle School! 💙🤍

📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
⏰ 5:15 PM
📍 Tarpon Stadium
🎟️ General Admission: $3
🎟️ Students: $2

Bring the Tarpon spirit and cheer on our student-athletes! GO TARPONS! 🏈💙

Link to tickets: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/pointisabelisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50Lzgw

September Menus🍎

Weekly Newsletter⭐️

🌟 TARPONS OF THE WEEK! 🌟 We are excited to celebrate our Tarpons of the Week! 💙🌊 These students were recognized for showing what it means to be a Tarpon through their kindness, respect, responsibility, positive attitude, leadership, and willingness to help others. And, of course, a special recognition deserves a special treat! 🍕 Each Tarpon of the Week received a Tuesday Personal Pan Pizza to enjoy. We are proud to celebrate their TARPON-NESS and the positive example they set for others every day! 👏 Congratulations, Tarpons! Keep shining, keep leading, and keep showing that Tarpon pride!

🎾 JOIN THE JR. HIGH TENNIS TEAM! 🎾

Calling all 7th & 8th grade boys and girls! No experience necessary!

📅 Wednesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 4:15–5:15 PM
📍 Tarpon Courts
🎾 Rackets available if needed!

Ready to join? Sign up at the Jr. High Front Office or through the SportsYou App using code HQ9FYEHA.

💙🎾 Come be part of Tarpon Tennis!

Weekly Newsletter⭐️

💙🏈 MEET THE TARPONS 2026! 🏈💙 Last night, we celebrated Tarpon Nation and kicked off what is sure to be an amazing 2026–2027 school year! 🎉 Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community for coming together and showing your Tarpon Pride! Here’s to a great year ahead! 💙🤍

Due to a scheduling error and UIL regulations, the following game on Tuesday August 25, 2026, against St. Joe has been canceled.

📚💙 Diving into learning at Port Isabel Junior High! 🌊 Mr. Zacarias’ class is making a splash and starting the school year strong! We love seeing our Tarpons engaged, learning, and ready for an amazing year ahead. Happy first week, Tarpons! 🐟💙

Student Newsletter⭐️

🚌 Track Your Child’s School Bus with Here Comes the Bus!

Point Isabel ISD families can now stay connected with Here Comes the Bus, a school bus tracking app that provides real-time bus locations, estimated arrival times, and notifications when your child’s bus is near! 📍📲

Getting started is easy:
➡️ Download the Here Comes the Bus app or visit HereComesTheBus.com
Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/here-comes-the-bus/id981902595
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.synovia.herecomesthebus&hl=en_US
➡️ Use School Code: 77310
➡️ Add your student using their last name and Student ID number

🎥 Want a deeper dive into our new transportation app? Watch the video:
https://youtu.be/d8Pkr2H1W30

Right Bus. Right Stop. Right Time. 🚌💙

August Menu🍎

📚✏️ It's almost time to head back to school! Join us for Point Isabel ISD's Meet the Teacher and kick off an exciting new school year by meeting your teachers, visiting your campus, and getting ready for a great year ahead!

🏫 Elementary Campuses
📍 Garriga Elementary & Derry Elementary
📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🏫 Secondary Campuses
📍 Port Isabel Junior High School & Port Isabel Early College High School
📅 Friday, August 14, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

We can't wait to welcome all of our Tarpon families back! 💙

📚💙 We’re back, Tarpons! 💙📚 The 2026-2027 school year is officially underway! Today, our Point Isabel ISD family kicked off the year with Back-to-School Convocation, filled with inspiration, professional learning, and new ideas to help every student succeed. As we begin this exciting journey together, we embrace this year’s theme: Be the Beacon of Light—leading with hope, purpose, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students. Here’s to an amazing school year, Tarpons! 💙🤍

📢 Returning Student Verification is NOW OPEN! 🎉

Getting your child ready for the new school year is easier than ever—it's Just Clicks Away! 💻🏠 Complete your Returning Student Verification from the comfort of your home through Skyward Family Access.

🔗 Start here:
https://skyward.iscorp.com/p12edupointisabeltx/web/seplog01.w

Here's how:
✅ Select the Returning Student Registration tab in Skyward Family Access.
✅ Update your contact information and complete all required forms.
✅ Complete each step until you see a ✔️ next to every section.
✅ Don't forget to click "Submit Returning Student Registration." Your verification will not be processed until you press the submit button!

Need help logging in? Contact your child's campus:

📞 Derry Elementary: (956) 943-0070
📞 Garriga Elementary: (956) 943-0080
📞 Port Isabel Junior High School: (956) 943-0060
📞 Port Isabel Early College High School: (956) 943-0030

Let's get ready for an amazing 2026-2027 school year! Complete your Returning Student Verification today and help us ensure a smooth first day of school.

📚🎒 Get Ready for Back to School at the Tarpon Wellness Fair! 💙🐟 Join Point Isabel ISD for an afternoon of fun, wellness, and FREE resources to help your family start the school year strong! ✨ FREE Health Resources 💈 FREE Haircuts 🎒 FREE School Supplies (while supplies last!) 📅 Friday, August 7, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 NEW LOCATION: Port Isabel Junior High School Gymnasium Bring the whole family and connect with community partners while preparing for a healthy and successful school year. We can’t wait to see you there!⭐️

​💡 Beacon of Light: Together We Make Waves! 🌊 ​Today, our Port Isabel Junior High Department Chairs gathered for orientation to collaborate and set the stage for an incredible school year! ​We're ready to Educate, Engage, and Empower our students every step of the way. Thank you to our team of leader-educators for your dedication! 💙

✨💙 The Silver Stars Are Ready to Shine! 💙✨ After three days of hard work, dedication, and teamwork, our Port Isabel Junior High Silver Stars have officially wrapped up their Summer Dance Camp! Throughout camp, our dancers sharpened their skills, learned new routines, strengthened their leadership, and built lasting friendships. Most importantly, they prepared to be positive role models and ambassadors of Tarpon Pride. 💙 Let's Go, Silver Stars! Together, we'll make waves! 🌊