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Student of the Month
Employee of the Month
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Recognitions
Dominic Gonzalez - Student of the Month
Dominic is a five-year-old student who brings enthusiasm and curiosity to the classroom each day. He loves dinosaurs and Pokémon and enjoys sharing stories with his classmates and teachers. Dominic is well behaved, friendly, and eager to learn. He has already mastered common blends and sight words and is reading very well, which is an incredible accomplishment at his age. We are very proud of Dominic and look forward to seeing all the wonderful things he will continue to achieve.
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Marina Murray - Employee of the Month
Mrs. Murray has served the students and families of Kids First Head Start for 12 years and has dedicated 26 years to working with children. She consistently goes above and beyond to create engaging, creative lessons that make learning exciting and memorable for her students. Her passion for early childhood education, commitment to her students, and positive impact on our campus make her a valued member of the Kids First Head Start family.
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Girls Basketball
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Employee of the Month - KFHS
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Public Participation
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Principal Reports
Ethel Gaines, Kids First Head Start
Elena Trevino, Hitchcock Primary
Dr. Tamika Greene-Chavis, Stewart Elementary
Jon Reese, Crosby Middle School
Donette Line, Hitchcock High School
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Kids First Head Start
Ethel Gaines, Director
Highlight #1
�Black History Month is a time to remember and celebrate important people who made a difference in the world. KFHS students had fun showing off their talents for the Black History Program. A big “THANK YOU” to the Head Start Teaching Staff for time and effort in planning such an awesome program.
Highlight #2�
The Pre-K 4 Team did a “Unit on Wheels”. The focus was engineering and building. Mrs. Murray class did a special project on constructing vehicles from a variety of materials from the environment. The students and parents did an “AWESOME” job on the vehicles. Once the project was completed, the students had an opportunity to watch a movie in their cars, watching CARS !!!
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Kids First Head Start
Ethel Gaines, Director
Employee Attendance | # of Employees | # of Days |
State Personal Leave Days | 13 | 14 |
Local Sick Days | 20 | 23 |
School Business | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 33 | 37 |
Student Enrollment & Attendance | PK-3 | PK-4 | TOTAL |
Enrollment (Last Month) | 102 | 80 | 182 |
Attendance (Last Month) | 92% | 92% | 92% |
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Enrollment (Current Month) | 102 | 80 | 182 |
Attendance (Current Month) | 92% | 92% | 92% |
Student Discipline | Referrals | Conferences | Detentions | ISS | OSS | DAEP | CAP |
Pre-Kindergarten- 3 Years Old | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Pre-Kindergarten- 4 Years Old | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Hitchcock Primary School
Elena Trevino, Principal
Highlight #1
Our Career on Wheels event was outstanding! We had over 17 presenters come out to showcase their careers and share real-world experiences with our students. From drones and Amazon, to the Mounted Patrol and Coast Guard, students had the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of career paths. A huge thank you goes to our amazing school counselor, who organizes this event every year and continually finds ways to make it meaningful and engaging for our students. We are also grateful to our CIS Coordinator, who works alongside her to help organize and support the event. Our students truly look forward to Career on Wheels each year, and it is always such a special experience for our campus community!
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Highlight #2
�Students showcased their talents in a variety of ways throughout the Black History program. We had an exciting jump rope performance led by Coach Caldwell, energetic spirit dancers, and students who participated by reading program parts and playing musical instruments to highlight their many talents.A special thank you to our music teacher, Mrs. Ricard, for leading and organizing such a wonderful performance.We had great attendance, and our students did an outstanding job. We are so proud of their hard work and dedication. It was a wonderful way for our campus to come together and celebrate Black History Month at Hitchcock Primary.
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Hitchcock Primary School
Elena Trevino, Principal
Employee Attendance | # of Employees | # of Days |
State Personal Leave Days | 18 | 14.6 |
Local Sick Days | 34 | 40.63 |
School Business | 2 | 2 |
TOTAL | 54 | 57.23 |
Student Enrollment & Attendance | EE | PK | K | 1st Grade | 2nd Grade | TOTAL |
Enrollment (Last Month) | 10 | 52 | 131 | 139 | 124 | 456 |
Attendance (Last Month) | 87.50% | 94.13% | 94.07% | 93.53% | 95.64% | 92.97% |
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Enrollment (Current Month) | 10 | 52 | 128 | 141 | 124 | 455 |
Attendance (Current Month) | 91.45% | 85.18% | 94.14% | 93.19% | 94.09% | 93.63% |
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Students with 3 or more absences | 1 | 5 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 37 |
Warning Letters | 1 | 5 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 37 |
Truancy Prevention Measures | | | | | | |
Pending Court Dates | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
Student Discipline | Referrals | Conferences | Detentions | ISS | OSS | DAEP | CAP |
EE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
Pre-Kindergarten | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
Kindergarten | 15 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | | |
1st Grade | 39 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 4 | | |
2nd Grade | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | | |
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Stewart Elementary School
Dr. Tamikia Greene-Chavis, Interim Principal
Highlight #1
�Our scholars truly outdid themselves in the Black History Program with this year's theme, "Rhythm of Our Roots." From a powerful monologue to the high-energy dancing and precision stepping, every performance honored the deep cultural heartbeat of Black history. The "Ode to the Divine 9," paid tribute to the legacy and leadership of the Black Greek Letter Organizations. The cafeteria stage was transformed into a vibrant celebration of heritage, soul, and history. It was standing room only, and the energy in the room was absolutely electric!
Highlight #2
�Campus Support Team (CST) meetings are occurring to ensure every scholar has the tools they need to succeed. These meetings are a space for collaboration, problem-solving, and the alignment of resources to support both student growth and teacher success. Holistic Student Support: We look at the "whole child," analyzing academic data alongside behavioral and social-emotional needs to ensure every scholar has a clear path to success. Strategic Alignment: We coordinate our internal resources—from interventionists and counselors to administration—to ensure our support is consistent, timely, and effective.
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Stewart Elementary School
Dr. Tamikia Greene-Chavis, Interim Principal
Employee Attendance | # of Employees | # of Days |
State Personal Leave Days | 19 | 34 |
Local Sick Days | 15 | 33 |
School Business | 4 | 11 |
TOTAL | 38 | 78 |
Student Enrollment & Attendance | 3rd Grade | 4th Grade | 5th Grade | TOTAL |
Enrollment (Last Month) | 118 | 118 | 119 | 355 |
Attendance (Last Month) | 94% | 96% | 95% | 95% |
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Enrollment (Current Month) | 116 | 122 | 120 | 358 |
Attendance (Current Month) | 95% | 96% | 95% | 95% |
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Students with 3 or more absences | 8 | 6 | 8 | 22 |
Warning Letters | 15 | 11 | 13 | 39 |
Truancy Prevention Measures | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Pending Court Dates | 3 | 2 | 3 | 8 |
Student Discipline | Referrals | Conferences | Detentions | ISS | OSS | DAEP | CAP |
3rd Grade | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
4th Grade | 19 | 5 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
5th Grade | 21 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
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Crosby Middle School
Jon Reese, Principal
Highlight #1
�Mrs. Vestal, Dr. Berlin, and Mrs. Green helped our students put on another outstanding Black History program for our students and families! The celebration was filled with powerful moments as students honored Black history and culture through dance, song, and storytelling. Throughout the program, students shared their learning about Jim Crow era laws and discrimination, the significance of the Black National Anthem, and the important role dance plays in Black culture. Their performances and presentations reflected both their hard work and their pride in celebrating this important history.
Highlight #2
�Our Crosby Middle School Cheer and Bulldog Beauties proudly marched and performed in the Shriners Children’s Mardi Gras Parade in Galveston. They energized the crowd with their spirit and talent while proudly representing both Crosby and Hitchcock in front of thousands of spectators.Their performance showcased their hard work, dedication, and school pride, and they did an outstanding job representing our community during this exciting celebration!
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Crosby Middle School
Jon Reese, Principal
Employee Attendance | # of Employees | # of Days |
State Personal Leave Days | 3 | 4 |
Local Sick Days | 20 | 43 |
School Business | 7 | 13 |
TOTAL | 30 | 60 |
Student Enrollment & Attendance | 6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade | TOTAL |
Enrollment (Last Month) | 101 | 130 | 146 | 377 |
Attendance (Last Month) | 96% | 94% | 94% | 94% |
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Enrollment (Current Month) | 102 | 132 | 144 | 378 |
Attendance (Current Month) | 95% | 94% | 94% | 94% |
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Students with 3 or more absences | 6 | 13 | 17 | 36 |
Warning Letters | 6 | 13 | 17 | 36 |
Truancy Prevention Measures | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Pending Court Dates | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
Student Discipline | Referrals | Conferences | Detentions | ISS | OSS | DAEP | CAP |
6th Grade | 18 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
7th Grade | 16 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
8th Grade | 12 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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Hitchcock High School
Donette L Line, Principal
Highlight #1
�The game the entire season rested on: February 24 vs. Fairfield. After three plus years of heartbreaking playoff losses to this specific rival, the Lady Bulldogs finally claimed their revenge. It was a masterclass in grit. Maci and V’Asia were defensive walls with big steals, while Kimora, Sy’liah, and Sookie dominated the glass and sank huge shots from behind the arc. This win wasn't just a victory; it was the spark that ignited our run to State. (Stay tuned for the championship photo at the next board meeting!)
Highlight #2
�As Ms. Chester and I visit our classrooms, we are prioritizing student engagement as a key focus area for Hitchcock High School. We are particularly inspired by the dynamic atmosphere in Mr. Carter’s Chemistry class, where students are always up and moving—mixing compounds, tracking data, and working together to discover results. Our goal is to empower every teacher to create similarly engaging spaces where student curiosity leads the way. A special thank you to Mr. Carter for demonstrating how a teacher's passion can truly ignite a classroom.
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Hitchcock High School
Donette L Line, Principal
Employee Attendance | # of Employees | # of Days |
State Personal Leave Days | 13 | 16 |
Local Sick Days | 11 | 21 |
School Business | 14 | 41 |
TOTAL | 38 | 78 |
Student Enrollment & Attendance | 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade | TOTAL |
Enrollment (Last Month) | 141 | 146 | 143 | 123 | 553 |
Attendance (Last Month) | 93% | 88% | 96% | 97% | 94% |
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Enrollment (Current Month) | 142 | 143 | 139 | 124 | 548 |
Attendance (Current Month) | 95% | 93% | 93% | 94% | 94% |
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Students with 3 or more absences | 42 | 39 | 37 | 36 | 154 |
Warning Letters | 26 | 37 | 25 | 25 | 113 |
Truancy Prevention Measures | 6 | 12 | 7 | 11 | 36 |
Pending Court Dates | 5 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 15 |
Student Discipline | Referrals | Conferences | Detentions | ISS | OSS | DAEP | CAP |
9th Grade | 14 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
10th Grade | 8 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
11th Grade | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
12th Grade | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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Directors’ Reports
Dr. Darryl J. Henson
Superintendent
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Directors’ Reports
January 2026
Academics- Dr. Keri Launius
We have solidified our foundation for the spring by successfully navigating complex state compliance requirements, including TEC §31.1011 certifications and comprehensive accommodations verification. This preparation is bolstered by our selection for the Region 4 Accelerated Learning Pilot at Stewart Elementary, which will provide intensive, research-based coaching and live tutorials to drive student achievement in Math and Literacy. Our team received RBIS training, ensuring the continuation of the implementation of our Bluebonnet curriculum across the district.
Accountability & Assessment- Megan Stall
The TEA RLA Field Tests were successfully administered, STAAR security training was completed. Our benchmark assessments were built in Cambium. The high school successfully completed their benchmark testing. My instructional focus included leading science PLCs, training 2nd-grade teachers on Eduphoria data, and assisting the Academic Team in creating the 2026 Summer School plan. Finally, I represented the district at Region 4 to stay current on the latest state accountability and testing coordinator requirements.
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January 2026
Athletics - Craig Smith
The Lady Bulldogs- who finished the 2025-2026 season with a overall record and a perfect 10-0 record as District 24-3A champs- won not only the first UIL girls basketball state championship in Hitchcock’s history, but also the first Galveston County’s history. Not only winning in 3A the lady Bulldogs also won the Clear Creek ISD tournament which they beat Hightower and Shadow Creek who went on to play for the Region 3 6A final in the playoffs. Congratulations to the Lady Bulldogs.
Child Nutrition - Gina Hengst
The students are becoming more inquisitive about food items and why we are required to serve them, thus allowing more interactions and teaching moments between staff and students. We hosted our first full meeting of the Menu Advisory Committee at HHS and CMS. Many ideas and much insight was shared between parties. With more new menu items and continued focus on visual tray appeal, meal counts continue to show increase at Breakfast & Lunch.
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Directors’ Reports
March 2026
Communications - Jaree Hefner
Throughout February, I supported districtwide communications by promoting and attending a wide range of campus events and activities across Hitchcock ISD. This included coverage of fine arts performances, athletic competitions, academic milestones, and family engagement opportunities such as the HHS Blood Drive, Seussical Musical performances, and district athletic events. I also coordinated recognition campaigns for National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day and campus Black History Month program promotions, while continuing to develop graphics, social media content, and messaging that highlight student success and strengthen community engagement across the district.
Curriculum - Sarah Saenz
This month we have been focusing on improving student writing. A strong emphasis was placed on improving student writing by aligning instruction to expectations set by the Texas Education Agency, calibrating Extended Constructed Response (ECR) grading practices, and providing in-class coaching support during implementation. The team also led district wide professional development centered on student work analysis, formative and summative data analysis, and cross-curricular alignment of TEKS to ensure cohesive instruction across content areas. We are currently working developing and refining both Bilingual and Secondary Summer School.
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Directors’ Reports
February 2026
Finance - Robin Hataway
Texas Education Agency allotted $74,753 in Support Staff Retention Allotment funds for the 2025-26 school year, in addition to the Teacher Retention Allotment funds. The district was able to bless 125 employees that qualified with a $600 payment before Spring Break. Dr. Henson and Robin Hataway were honored to be able to support James Briscoe, Director of Finance, as he received the RISE award from TASBO for his accomplishments attained in the school business world.
Fine Arts - Kelly Brunson
The Fine Arts Department is proud to recognize the accomplishments of our students at the recent UIL Concert and Sightreading Contest. Under the direction of Mr. Navarro, the Symphonic Winds earned straight Division I ratings in both concert and sightreading for the second consecutive year, continuing the ensemble’s strong tradition of growth and excellence. The Hitchcock High School Wind Ensemble, led by Mr. Kelly Brunson, also received straight Division I ratings, earning the coveted UIL Sweepstakes Award for the ninth consecutive year, an extraordinary achievement that reflects years of consistent dedication and musical excellence. We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful for the parents and families who continually support them.
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Directors’ Reports
February 2026
Human Resources & Federal Programs - Patrick Faour
Federal Programs: Met with TEA to discuss supports provided to students coded homeless to ensure academic success.
Hitchcock ISD’s recommended staff members have been approved for the Teacher Incentive Allotment. Eleven new staff members qualified for the allotment, and 25 teachers will receive funds from the program.
The District of Innovation plan has been sent to TEA.
Maintenance, Operations, & Technology - Chris Armacost
The Technology and Maintenance departments each efficiently completed over 100 work orders in February while being short one maintenance worker who has retired.�
Meanwhile, the Transportation department managed to transport over 640 students daily while also making sure all trips are covered.
Planning for summer projects and summer school is underway.
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Directors’ Reports
January 2026
Special Education - Evangelina Guerra
The elementary teachers participated in professional development on implementing modified curriculum aligned with TEA guidelines to ensure appropriate instructional adaptations for students receiving special education services. The training focused on designing and delivering modified instruction that supports access to grade level TEKS while addressing individual student needs, thereby enhancing students’ educational opportunities and promoting academic progress.
Academics & Student Services- Dr. Suzette Neeley
Our Grades 3–5 math team has focused on strengthening instruction through targeted small-group interventions, student discourse, and the use of formative data to address misconceptions. Teachers received in-class coaching on questioning strategies and monitoring understanding, while benchmark and classroom data guided intervention plans and student goal setting. STAAR spiral reviews and math intervention packets are also being updated to support students across grade levels, and TSIA data was reviewed to create individualized plans that support Algebra II students in reaching TSIA math success.
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Robin Hataway
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