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  JULY
  CENTRAL OFFICE HOURS
Central Office will observe summer work schedule.  Hours will be from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday thru Thursday.  This schedule will be in effect from May 30 to July 28, 2006.  Central Office will be closed on July 3rd and 4th. 		  
     
  EXIT LEVEL TEST DATES ANNOUNCED FOR JULY
 West Oso ISD is announcing test dates for individuals no longer enrolled in a Texas public school and who have not previously passed all sections of the TAKS, TAAS or TEAMS exit level test (More ...)		  
  FREE MEALS AVAILABLE FOR woisd AREA YOUNG PEOPLE
Two West Oso ISD schools will be sites for distribution of free breakfasts and lunches for area youth from June 5 - July 27. (More...)		  
  STUDENT SUMMER SAFETY TIPS
 Worried about your kids playing safe this summer?  We courage you and your family to keep safety in mind. Here are some tips...  (More... )		  
  KEEPING KIDS SAFE ON LINE
Summer is approaching, and kids will spend more time on line.  Here are some web sites with tips and suggestions to manage your kids' on line experience and keep them safe. (More... )		  
  SUMMER SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
Bear News is a weekly, special edition newsletter with information about summer school and Bear Center.( Newsletter for July  17 )		  
  Pre-REGISTRATION FOR 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR
J.F. Kennedy Elementary and W.O. Junior High will hold registration on August 1st; W.O. Elementary on August 10th and W.O. High School on August 1 and 2 for students currently enrolled and on August 3 and 4 for new students.  For more information call 361.806.5900. (Kindergarten, and First grade Registration  |  Schedule).		  
   PRE-REGISTRATION AND IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
 Remember that your children may not be able to attend school if they have not been fully immunized before school starts.  WOISD invites you to come to pre-registration and immunization clinic on Thursday August 10, at West Oso Elementary School. (More...)  		 
     
   AUGUST  
    WELCOME BACK EXTRAVAGANZA
 You and your family are cordially invited to our second 2006-2007 Welcome Back Celebration  on August 25 at West Oso ISD Cafeteria from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come and enjoy WOISD Mariachi; meet and greet principals, teachers and staff.  Food and treats will be available.
West Oso ISD and Communities in School hosted a Welcome Back Extravaganza on Friday, August 25.  The District celebrated the beginning of a new school year along the accomplishments for 2005-2006 (More...)		  
     
  SEPTEMBER  
  Health Advisory Council for WOISD
 West Oso ISD is looking for parents and community members interested in serving the School Health Advisory Council during the 2006-2007 school year. (More ...)		  
  WOISD Athletic Heat Precaution Options for Modifying Practices
 The following are precautions that WOISD coaches, sponsors, and administrators may employ to create the safest possible environment for students athletes during periods of excessive heat.  (More...)		  
  BACK TO SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
 In this communication, read about the Superintendent’s message to parents and patrons for the 2006-2007 school year, pre-registration, immunization, and more on the preparation for the new academic school year. (“Welcome! Back to School Edition” Newsletter)		  
     
    OCTOBER  
  Employee Handbook
 Employee Handbook is a guide to and a brief explanation of district policies and procedures related to employment. ( Employee Handbook )		  
  STUDENT handbook
 Click on the link to view the student handbook for the new academic year.  The handbook contains information on school rules and District practices and will be distributed to students by August 14, 2006.  (2006 - 2007 Student Handbook )		  
  STUDENT CODE OF Conduct
 Student Code of Conduct outlines the District’s expectations for student behavior and consequences for misconduct.  Please read and review the information with your student.  (Student Code of Conduct for 2006 -2007)		  
  2006 Honor Boards Announced
 West Oso ISD is one of the five Texas school district boards of trustees that has been selected as 2006 Honor Boards in TASA's School Awards Program.  The five boards, listed with their superintendents, will be interviewed by TASA's School Board Awards Committee on Friday, October 6, at the TASB/TASA Convention in Houston.  One of the five will be named 2006 Outstanding School Board at the Second General Session on Saturday, October 7. (More...)		  
  WOISD EARNS SUPERIOR FIRST RATING
West Oso ISD officials announced that the district has received a rating of "Superior Achievement"...  (More...)		  
  BEAR CENTER
 Bear Center offers before and after school activities starting from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. according with the school schedule.  After school activities include one-to-one tutorials and enrichment activities such as music, soccer, sign language and more.  Check schedules for JFK, WOJH and WOHS to find out what activities you like the most. 
For more information contact Chris Salazar  (361)806-5900 ext. 122		  
  No Child Left Behind’s AYP Results - WOISD Exceeds State Average
 WOISD on the heels of this month’s exciting announcement that WOISD has attained “Acceptable” status per the Texas accountability system.  John F. Kennedy and West Oso Elementary attained “Recognized” status. (More...)		  
  school supply list
 Supply list for the coming school year is here.  (Supply list for 2006-2007		  
     
     
  NOVEMBER  
   FLU/Pneumococcal SHOTS-AVAILABLE FOR WOISD EMPLOYEES  (CANCELED)
DATE: November 6, 2006
TIME:  1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
PLACE:  West Oso High School
FEE:  $ 10.00 flu shot
         $ 20.00 Pneumococcal shot (PPV)
RSVP to your campus administrator or contact Ms. Frances Zamudio Ext. 508.		  
  DECORATING DOWNTOWN EVENT
On Saturday, November 11, 2006, a volunteer group from West Oso ISD will participate in the Decorating Downtown event from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  For more information, contact
Gracie Hernandez ph (361) 806-5900 Ext. 114.		  
     
  WOISD TEXAS OUTSTANDING SCHOOL BOARD
West Oso ISD is the 2006 Texas Outstanding School Board, awarded by TASA...  (More ... )
   
Daylight Savings Time Safe for Children
 When we change our clocks from Daylight Savings Time back to Standard Time on October 29, it will be dark earlier.  More children will be traveling to and from school in the dark.  There are many things you can do to help your kids go to school each morning and reach home safely at the end of the day... (More)
   
BEAR CENTER ACTIVITIES
 There will be no Bear Center activities on any of the Campuses from November 20 - November 24.  The Boys and Girls Club will be open November 20 and 21.  For more information contact your school Bear Center teacher.
   
WOISD THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE
 All West Oso ISD schools and offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holidays from November 20 - 24.  Classes will resume on Monday November 27.
   
DECEMBER
FLU SHOTS-AVAILABLE FOR WOISD EMPLOYEES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS
DATE: December 4, 2006
TIME:  1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
PLACE:  West Oso High School - room 102
FEE:  $ 25.00 flu shot
        RSVP to your campus administrator or contact Ms. Frances Zamudio  806-5960 Ext.
   
No Child Left Behind’s AYP Results
WOISD Exceeds State Average
 WOISD on the heels of this month’s exciting announcement that WOISD has attained “Acceptable” status per the Texas accountability system.  John F. Kennedy and West Oso Elementary attained “Recognized” status. (More...)
WOISD HOSTING UIL ACTIVITIES
 West Oso ISD is sponsoring UIL (University Interscholastic League) activities on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at West Oso Elementary School.  The UIL events enhance the students' educational experiences by students competing in several areas.  This is an opportunity for students to test themselves against their own accomplishments and those of their peers. (Click for Schedule)
HOLIDAYS EVENTS
The Holiday Season is here.  Join WOISD for all the fun and festivities.
We hope we see you there !!!  (Schedule)
DOWNTOWN DECORATING EVENT
On November 11, a volunteer group from WOISD participated in the Decorate Downtown for the Holidays event  (More...)
WOISD HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
 WOISD will host its Holiday Celebration for full time employees on December 18, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
WEST OSO ISD MIGRANT PARENT MEETING
 On Tuesday, December 5, West Oso ISD will hold Migrant Parent Meeting at 1921 South Padre Island Drive from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Please join us.  Parents only.
 
Every week WOISD will  "YELL", "BRAG" about great events/happenings in our district.  (Cheer of the week )
WINTER BREAK
West Oso ISD will release classes early on Wednesday, December 20, 2006.  JFK will release at 1:05 p.m., WOE at 1:15 p.m., WOJH at 1:55 p.m., and WOHS at 1:45 p.m.  Classes will resume at their regular schedule on Monday, January 9, 2007.
JANUARY 2007
BEAR CENTER INFORMATION
 Bear Center activities will resume on January 22 for all schools.
 
2006-2007 school CALENDAR
The Texas Education Agency has approved for West Oso ISD to begin student instruction on August 14, 2006. Follow the link for 2006-2007 School Calendar and Testing Calendar.  (2006 - 2007 Calendar)
SCHOOL/HOME/COMMUNITY CONNECTION
 West Oso ISD welcomes questions, concerns, suggestions from our community.  Click here to contact the West Oso Connections Center.
BEAR CENTER BEGINS NEXT WEEK
 Bear Center activities will resume on January 22 for all schools.
DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
 Special edition newsletter with information about benchmarking, important dates and more. (December Newsletter)
WINTER NEWSLETTER
 Winter Newsletter has information about upcoming events, the new bear mascot, WOHS highlights, and more (Winter Newsletter)
AEIS (ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE INDICATOR  SYSTEM) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
 A public meeting to discuss the 2005-2006 West Oso ISD's Educational performance will be conducted on Thursday, February 1, 2007 from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at West Oso High School Lecture Hall on 5202 Bear Lane, Corpus Christi, TX 78416.   WOISD Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS)
JANUARY IS SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH

Board of TrusteesWe thank our district school board members for making the time to share their vision and voice about the future of our children (More...)
 
PARENTS CAN HELP THEIR KIDS TO SUCCESS ON TAKS
 From February 20 to 24, Students from grades 3 thru 10 will participate in state mandatory TAKS test.  Parents can help their kids to succeed by ….(More...)
 
FEBRUARY
HIGHLY QUALIFIED REPORTS FOR 2005-2006
 The district and campus reports related to Highly Qualified Teachers and instructions are now available. (Highly Qualified Reports )
WEST OSO ISD SEEKS ERATE RFP
 West Oso ISD is accepting bids for Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (contingent upon Erate funding).  Click on Erate RFP  for more information on submitting proposals. Bids must be received no later than 9:00 a.m. on January 23, 2007. 
FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH
 Students from all West Oso ISD are coming together to celebrate this month with different activities, and performances. (More...)
TRACK SEASON IS HERE!
 Junior High Boys Track practice will begin on Monday, February 5. The first track meet is on February 28 at Multipurpose Stadium. ( More... | Schedule  )
BASKETBALL SCHEDULES  FOR 2006-2007 SEASON
  Basketball Boys | Basketball Girls
DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PLANS
 The 2006 - 2007 District and Campus Improvement Plans are ready for viewing.
(WOISD |  J.F.K. | WOE | WOHS )
 AEIS (ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE INDICATOR  SYSTEM) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
 On February 1, 2007, the West Oso ISD Board of Trustees conducted a public hearing for public discussion of the AEIS which included student enrollment, academic performance, and a report about violent or criminal incidents...
   (More...)
NEW SUPERINTENDENT CONTRACT
 The Board of Trustees approved the Superintendent's Contract, Amended and Restated January 17, 2007 during its regular meeting board on Monday, January 22, 2007
(Click here to view the Contract )
MARCH
TEXAS SCHOOL WEEK IS FROM MARCH 5 - 9
 West Oso teachers and students will celebrate Texas Public Schools Week from March 5 to 9.  Schools have schedule open houses for parents and community, and different activities and events. (Follow the link for schools activities and events for this week )
PARENTS CAN HELP THEIR KIDS ATTAIN SUCCESS ON TAKS
 From February 20 to 24, Students from grades 3 thru 10 will participate in state mandatory TAKS test.  Parents can help their kids to achieve success by ….(More...)

WOISD PRELIMINARY TAKS RESULTS
 TAKS scores for the third- and fifth-grade reading portion of the exam have been released.

  Third Fifth
State Preliminary
Average		 89% 82%
West Oso ISD 77% 73%

Students who did not pass the first round of testing will have another opportunity to pass in April and June.
APRIL
WOE SCIENCE FAIR DATES
 Science fair  projects will be accepted from April 9 through 11, 2007.  Projects will be judged on April 13. 
march newsletters
 Newsletter with information from the school counselors about  pre-registration, orientation dates,  requirements for registration, and Varsity Basketball scores and pictures.
(Registration Newsletter | Basketball Newsletter)
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SENIORS
 West Oso Independent School District seniors who are scheduled to graduate in the spring of the current school year may apply for The West Oso ISD Foundation for Educational Excellence Scholarship and other scholarships. Contact your school counselors for help and applications.  Counselors: Ms. Diana Clements (361)806-5960 Ext. 506.  Ms. Josie Licon (361)5960 Ext. 524.
Sports Schedules/INFORMATION
Schedules for track, golf, power lifting, softball and baseball are available.  Follow the links for schedules.  WOHS Track Schedule | Softball | Baseball  )
ATTENTION MIGRANT parents and STUDENTS
 Your presence is requested at the RIF (Reading is Fundamental) book distribution on Friday, April 20, 2007 at West Oso ISD Administration Building Board Room  from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information contact Sandra Gonzalez @ (361) 806-5900  Ext. 105.
pre-kindergarten and kindergarten
Registration - April , 2007
 Pre-registration for Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students for the upcoming 2007-2008 school year will be on April 24 (5:30-7:00 with orientation at 6:00) April 25 (9:00-2:00)
 (More information | JFK  Flyer  )
Questions call 806-5920 )  
THINGS CHILDREN SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCHOOL BUS SAFETY
 Safe behavior reduces the risk of accidents related to school busses.  Follow the link for tips.  
HOMEOWNERS PROPERTY TAX SEMINAR
 Nueces County Appraisal District will conduct at Homeowners Property Tax Seminar on April 19, 2007. (See News Release for details)

WOHS graduation schedule for 2007

Event Robing Ceremony Commencement Exercise
Date May 20, 2007 May 25, 2007
Place West Oso High School Auditorium Del Mar College- Richardson Performance Hall
Time 3:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.

 
SENIOR RANK CLASS
Senior rank class is now available for West Oso High School seniors. Students should contact their counselor for more information or schedule a pickup time.  Class rank for freshman, sophomores and juniors will be available soon.
MAY
Bear center
 Bear Center will close on May 10, 2007.  If you need more information, please contact Chris Salazar (361)806-5900 Ext. 120.
EARLY RELEASE FOR STUDENTS ON MAY 24
Students will have early release for May 24.  Students will be dismissed accordingly: 
J.F.K. Elementary School, 1:05 p.m.
 West Oso Elementary School, 1:15 p.m.
West Oso Junior High School, 1:45 p.m.
West Oso High School, 1:55 p.m.
For more information contact your child's school.
WEEKLY CHEERS
 Results of West Oso Junior High Golf Team  (More...)
APRIL NEWSLETTER
 April Newsletter is a special summer edition newsletter with information about WOISD summer programs for elementary, middle and high school.  ( April Newsletter )
WOISD PRESENTING AT 67th  ANNUAL CONFERENCE
 West Oso ISD is presenting at the 67th NSBA Annual Convention.  The presentation is title "Summer Programs That Accelerate Instruction".
( Summer Programs Presentation 2.95 MB  |  More ... )
PRE-REGISTRATION FOR WOJH and WOHS
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 Registration materials are available on line for review.  These materials include WOJH Course Selection Forms for  6th,  7th and  8th grade, West Oso Junior High Course Catalog, and West Oso High School Course Catalog and Courses Description.
NUECES COUNTY DO THE WRITE THING CHALLENGE 2006-2007 PROJECT
 Recognition was given to Ms. Olga Granados and West Oso Junior High School students by The Nueces County “Do the Write Thing Challenge 2006-2007” project... (More.)
WOISD MAY NEWSLETTER
 Newsletter with information about graduates of West Oso 2007 Class.  Newsletter

BUDGET COMPARISON
 Comparison of budget for 2005-2006, 2006-2007 related to revenues and expenditures.
JUNE

HONORING WOISD RETIREES
 The District congratulates to the following retirees Dora Sifuentes, Melva DeLeon, Margot Quiñones, Esther Alvarez, Rachael Fernandez, and Arthur Neely...
(More ...)
JULY
TAKS TESTING SCHEDULE FOR GRADE 3 AND 5
 Important graphicTAKS Testing for 3rd and 5th grade Reading  is scheduled on June 27, 2007.  Math TAKS for 5th grade is on June 26, 2007.  It is very important that students attend TAKS classes at West Oso Elementary School. 
Call (361) 806-5908 for further information.
SUMMER SCHOOL INFORMATION
 West Oso ISD is offering summer school classes for West Oso students in grades Pre-K thru 12th grade.  This classes include enrichment programs and summer school programs.  (More...)
SCHOOL/HOME/COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
  West Oso ISD welcomes questions, concerns, suggestions from our community.  Click here to contact the WOISD Connections Center.
 TAAS/TAKS JULY EXIT LEVEL RETEST
 Individuals who are no longer enrolled in a Texas public school and who have not previously passed all sections of TAKS, TAAS or TEAMS, but they have met all other graduation requirements, may retake the section (s)) not mastered ... (More)
WEST OSO ISD - CLASS OF 2007
 Meet some of the members of West Oso ISD Class of 2007.  (More...)
FREE ACCESS TO SAT AND ACT TEST PREPARATION TUTORIALS
 TOPCAT (Texas Online Preparation for College Admissions Test) provides FREE online SAT and ACT test preparation materials in English and Spanish to Texas middle and high school students, and adults preparing to enroll in college for the first time.  (More...)
SEAMLESS SUMMER PROGRAM AT WOISD
 West Oso ISD is offering the Seamless Summer Program which provides nutritious meals free to all children age 18 and younger. (More... | Lunch menu )
deic meetings
 The DEIC (District Educational Improvement Council) meetings are  scheduled May 14, 2007 in West Oso Elementary Room. (Date to be determinate)
(Agenda for February 13) 
 
 

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