PALESTINE —
For the first time in six years, enrollment in the Palestine Independent School District has reached 3,300 students, according to the district’s top official.
During Monday’s school board meeting, PISD Superintendent Jason Marshall told trustees that the district currently has “right at 3,300 students districtwide,” saying the district had not hit that figure since the 2006-07 school year.
“We’re very happy with where our enrollment is right now,” Marshall said during Monday’s meeting. “On top of that, our Career and Technology numbers are significantly up, so that means our WADA (Weighted Average Daily Attendance) goes up even more.”
Marshall also told trustees that a total of 200 students in grades 10 through 12 at Palestine High School were currently taking a total of 370 “dual credit” college courses.
The PISD’s spike in enrollment comes as all projects in a $64 million bond project approved by the district’s voters in May 2009 have essentially been completed.
The crown jewel of the bond election which accounted for roughly half of the bond’s total -- the new Palestine High School -- opened its doors to students on the first day of school last month.
Some of the actions taken by the board Monday included:
• APPROVED softball field renovations in Phase II of the Design Build Project.
• APPROVED minutes of meetings on July 16, 2012 and Aug. 20, 2012.
• APPROVED August bills.
• APPROVED financial, monthly investment and tax collection reports.
• APPROVED budget amendments.
• APPROVED donations.
• APPROVED 2012-13 Emergency Operations Plan.
• APPROVED 2012-13 School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Committee members.
• APPROVED remaining board meeting dates for 2012.
• APPROVED AgriLife Extension Adjunct Faculty Agreement for 2012-13.
• APPROVED Student Transfer Tuition Fee for 2012-13 school year.
• APPROVED Policy FNF (Local) Revisions Students Rights and Responsibilities: Interrogation and Searches.
• APPROVED professional personnel.
------------
Paul Stone may be contacted via e-mail at pstone@palestineherald.com
Local News
PISD sees increase in enrollment
- Local News
-
-
Anderson County authorities resolve 2012 murder case
Anderson County Sheriff’s Office investigators have resolved the case of a female murder victim whose remains were found on a local county road in October 2012.
-
West Nile case confirmed in Anderson County
The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed the state’s first case of West Nile illness of the season — occurring in Anderson County — on Friday, and is urging residents to take precautions to reduce the risk of contracting the mosquito-borne illness.
-
County judge honored for education efforts
Anderson County Judge Robert Johnston has been honored by the Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile to be prepared to handle his duties as county judge.
-
Salute to Armed Forces event re-invented
The Texas State Railroad’s 15th Annual Salute to the Armed Forces event Saturday at the Palestine Depot has been re-invented this year on Memorial Day weekend to pay tribute to all branches and all eras of the U.S. military service through its 15th Annual Salute to the Armed Forces event.
-
Police investigating robbery
Palestine Police are continuing to investigate the armed robbery of a local convenience store involving multiple suspects that occurred late Tuesday evening.
-
Boil water notice issued for Elkhart residents
A boil water notice has been issued for City of Elkhart residents. It reads as follows:
Due to a water main line break, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has required our water system, City of Elkhart PWS id 0010005, to notify customers of the need to boil their water prior to consumption. -
Reagan Park Spray ground to open Saturday
The City of Palestine Parks and Recreation Department will kick off the first full season for the Reagan Park Spray Ground with an public opening event this Saturday.
-
Annual Bluegrass Music Festival begins today at Salmon Lake
Bluegrass bands from across the country will descend upon the Grapeland area this week for the 16th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Bluegrass Music Festival, opening today and continuing through Sunday at Salmon Lake Park.
-
Healthy cooking program offered
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Palestine is offering a four-week program starting this Thursday to help diabetics make healthy cooking choices.
-
Steps of Faith Dance Center production Saturday
Steps of Faith Dance Center will hold its annual production at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Palestine Civic Center.
“We’re going to take you to a land far away and tell you the ‘real’ story of some of your favorite fairy tale characters,” Steps of Faith Dance Center owner Jennifer Ballew said. “The production is full of lively fun music, a reminiscing ol’ Granny, and of course the incredible dancing of several talented students.” - More Local News Headlines
-
Anderson County authorities resolve 2012 murder case
Raw: Trucker Bumps I-5 Bridge Before Collapse
Raw: Texas Deputy Shot by Colo. Suspect Honored
Major Detours Following Wash. Bridge Collapse
American Held in Grisly Czech Murders
Raw: Jersey Shore Reopens for Summer
UK-bound Pakistan Plane Diverted, 2 Men Arrested
Officials: Tsarnaev Friend Linked to Slaying
Obama:Sexual Assault Threatens Trust in Military
Bridge Collapse Survivor: 'Rough Day'
Jersey Shore Open for Business
Raw: Memorial Day Flags Placed at Arlington
New Wheelchair Lift Promises More Access
First Person: Mom Discusses Famous Tornado Photo
Raw Video: Washington State Bridge Collapse
Boy Scouts Approve Plan to Accept Gay Boys
