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Join Rayburn this week for spirit days and fun at the Burn Baldy pep rally and cheer on the Texans as they battle the Eagles.
Are you ready for Burn Baldy? Show your Texan Pride with our Spirit Days and come out to the carnival on Thursday! Let’s rally together and support our Texans as they face off against the Eagles! Who’s excited? 🏆🤠
Eagles, it’s Burn Sam Week everyone can join for the celebration of Eagle Pride and spirit.
Next Week is Burn Sam Week!
One of the our greatest traditions returns with a week full of Eagle Pride, Spirit, and Celebration!
Community we want to see you! Let’s TAKE FLIGHT together!
Three of the Pasadena High volleyball crew proudly celebrated their All Tournament Team honors at the 2025 Longhorn Classic.
Congratulations to these three young ladies on earning All Tournament Team at the 2025 Longhorn Classic Division 2! Pasadena Independent School District Pasadena High School Eagles 💚👌🏽🏐 #Findyourgreater
Video: Rayburn engineering students showcased their creativity and problem-solving skills while constructing towering masterpieces in the Paper Tower Quick Build Challenge.
Sam Rayburn High School engineering students put their brainpower (and paper skills!) to the test in the Paper Tower Quick Build Challenge! Using just 30 sheets of paper and a roll of scotch tape, they had to build a tower strong enough to hold a 5-pound weight for 60 seconds. Talk about engineering under pressure!
The Lady Eagles volleyball crew soared to victory, clinching 1st place at the Dobie Classic Tournament.
Mark your calendars for a momentous celebration as Pasadena High unveils the Bobby Newcomb CTE Center.
Dedication of the Bobby Newcomb CTE Center
Join us as we proudly dedicate the Bobby Newcomb Career & Technical Education Center at Pasadena High School! This new facility represents a major step forward in providing state-of-the-art career and technical opportunities for our Mighty Eagles and future generations.
Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Pasadena High School (CTE wing)
206 South Shaver, Pasadena, TX 77506
A reception and tour will follow the ceremony. Parking information is included in the flyer below.
Limited seating, please RSVP by calling 713-740-0310.
We look forward to celebrating this historic moment together with our alumni, families, and community supporters!
Video: Varsity football game, South Houston 20 taking on Baytown Lee 41.
Welcome to the official Pasadena ISD Varsity Football livestream! Catch all the action from the gridiron as our teams battle it out …
In case you didn’t know guess who’s got the day off in about an hour.
Reminder: Pasadena ISD will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day!
Classes resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025!!
PISD Fine Arts first Teacher Art Night was a fantastic success, featuring an exciting Art Challenge and a celebration of sixth consecutive District of Distinction recognition.
Our first Teacher Art Night of the year was a big hit! We had our first ever Art Challenge, and we took our official group photo to celebrate being named a District of Distinction for the 6th year in a row.
Pasadena High got a visit from the PISD R.I.S.E. Team inspiring with a powerful blend of strategy and purpose.
Thank You, PISD R.I.S.E. Team!
Today’s Lunch & Learn was more than just chips and dip it was a powerful kickoff to how everything we do on campus aligns with purpose and intention.
T-TESS + Instructional Focus + TIA = All in One Flow
📍T-TESS Helps guide teacher growth and reflection.
📍Our Instructional Focus: supports campus-wide consistency in high-yield strategies.
📍TIA: recognizes and rewards teacher excellence based on instructional impact and student growth.
These aren’t separate checkboxes they flow together, and that’s exactly what our R.I.S.E. Team helped model today. Their session showed how daily instructional moves connect directly to T-TESS success and long-term TIA eligibility.
Thank you for helping us launch the year strong and build momentum around meaningful teaching and learning. Let’s keep the flow going!
Get your CTHS spirit gear now and rock those shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts while supporting the senior class of 2026.
Who is ready to purchase some CTHS spirit gear??? We have shirts, hoodies and crewneck sweatshirts available for purchase now through Sept 17th. All items will be delivered to CTHS and distributed at school. All proceeds to go to the senior class of 2026! Thanks for your support and show your CTHS pride! Go Knights!! https://stores.inksoft.com/cths_knights/shop/home
Video: Watch Rayburn 38 whoop up on Spring Woods 9.
Welcome to the official Pasadena ISD Varsity Football livestream! Catch all the action from the gridiron as our teams battle it out …
Hats off to the CTHS JV boys track for their performance at the Huntsville Invitational.
Congratulations to #theCTHS JV boys for their outstanding effort at the Huntsville Invitational. You guys continue to impress!!!
The Eagles soared through the volleyball tournament, dominating the court with a flawless 3-0 victory and no sets dropped.
Your Eagles went 3-0 today without dropping a set! #Findyourgreater Pasadena Independent School DistrictPasadena High School Eagles 💚👌🏽🏐
Huge cheers to Bao for earning the title of PISD Athlete of the Week. Inspiring all the Knights.
Congratulations to Bao Ngo for being named one of the Athlete of the Weeks for PISD!!!
Pasadena ISD staff members were thrilled to meet former astronaut Fred Haise, hearing inspiring tales of teamwork and resilience.
A group of Pasadena ISD staff members had the honor of hearing from former astronaut Fred Haise, Apollo 13 lunar module pilot and a part of one of NASA’s most historic missions. His visit was an inspiring reminder of perseverance and teamwork. 🌟
Pasadena High School’s late bus at 4:30pm is your ticket to a hassle-free ride home after engaging in fun after-school activities.
Need a ride after school? We’ve got you covered!
Pasadena High School offers a late bus every day at 4:30 PM to help students participating in:
✅ Tutoring sessions
✅ Extracurricular activities
✅ School-after school programs
The bus drops off students at nearby elementary schools, with stops adjusted daily based on who rides.
Take advantage of this opportunity!
Robotics is taking PISD by storm, inspiring future engineers and creators through exciting hands-on training and competitions.
Robotics is rolling into action across Pasadena Independent School District!
This week, our awesome District Robotics Specialist, David Scarcella, is teaming up with elementary, middle, and intermediate teachers to dive into curriculum writing, competition planning, and hands-on robotics training for each platform.
We’re so excited to see our younger students jump into the world of robotics—future engineers, coders, and creators in the making!
Video: Discover why PISD’s ‘Texas Way’ is transforming education. This approach could change your child’s future.
In Pasadena ISD, we play the Texas Way.
Video: Get your game face on and rally your friends to cheer for the Trojans as they kick off the season at home tonight.
Are you ready for some football? Join us tonight at 7PM as the Trojans open the season at home against Goose Creek Memorial!
South Houston High families Open House is September 2nd.
Rayburn Health Science students are mastering temperature checks to ensure they become the lifesavers of tomorrow.
Health Science students at Sam Rayburn High School are practicing essential skills—like checking temperatures and staying informed about wellness!
Hands-on learning in the classroom today, life-saving care tomorrow. We’re proud of our students for taking health seriously and preparing to make a difference!
In Pasadena High’s Human Anatomy & Physiology class, students are creatively collaborating, turning cucumbers into anatomical wonders while mastering the body’s language.
The year is off to a strong start in Ms. Pedraza’s Humman Anatomy & Physiology class!
Students kicked off their very first lab with creativity and teamwork, building “cucumans” 🥒 to explore the language of anatomy. From
✅ Anatomical directional terms (superior, inferior, medial, lateral, etc.)
✅ Body planes & sections (sagittal, coronal, transverse)
✅ Body cavities, quadrants, and regions
This foundation is essential for understanding how the human body is organized …and what better way to learn than through collaboration, creativity, and a little hands on!
Pasadena High student Frank won food from Moon Rooster for perfect attendance.
Perfect Attendance Pays Off!
Our Integrity Committee (part of FLIGHT) launched a new weekly attendance incentive because showing up every day matters!
This week’s winner is Frank, who had perfect attendance last week. His name was raffled and he earned a coupon, thanks to the support of our community partner and sponsor @moonroostertx
We’re grateful to Moon Rooster for partnering with us each week, not only serving up stellar tacos & hot dogs to our staff, but also donating two free redeemable coupons for our staff and one for our students.
Maybe it will be you next week!!
Eagle families, join Pasadena High this Friday to soar into an exciting year with the Eagle Plus program and discover valuable resources.
PHS Eagle Plus – School for Parents
Dear Mighty Eagle Families,
We invite you to join us this Friday, August 29, 2025, for our first Monthly Parent Meeting of the year!
📍 Location: Pasadena High School Teaching Theater
🕘 Time: 9:00–11:00 AM
🌐 Bilingual Meeting – English & Spanish
This meeting will introduce the Eagle Plus – School for Parents program, where we’ll share our vision for parent workshops this year along with benefits, resources, and support available for you and your family.
Your voice and presence make a difference—let’s continue building a strong Eagle community together!
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PISD’s volleyball players have fiercely battled through intense games, showcasing their talent and determination keeping the competition alive.
It’s been a competitive couple of weeks for our athletes, but we’ve got to give a huge shoutout to our amazing volleyball players across the district! From intense matchups to clutch performances, these girls have brought the intensity to every game!!
Keep bringing that heat! 🏐🔥
PISD: As football season kicks off, remember to bring your clear bags to ensure a safe and fun atmosphere for everyone at the games.
With the first football game just around the corner, we want to remind our community that Pasadena ISD’s Clear Bag Policy will be in effect at all sporting events. Help us keep our games safe and enjoyable for everyone. Plan ahead and bring your clear bags!
Turner Elementary celebrated the unveiling of their new shade structure, ensuring cool and fun playground adventures.
This morning, Turner Elementary hosted a special dedication ceremony to unveil their new shade structure over their PK-2 playground. The Texans raised nearly $20,000 last year through generous support from the Education Foundation, the American Academy of Dermatology, and community fundraising efforts.
Today’s event was a celebration of teamwork, gratitude, and cooler play days ahead! 💙
Join Rayburn’s Cross Country program at Chick-fil-A tomorrow from 6am to 9pm, to feast and fuel their Cross Country team’s journey.
Come out and support our Cross Country program at Chick-fil-A on Wednesday, August 27th from 6 AM – 9 PM! A portion of the proceeds will go directly to our team when you mention Sam Rayburn Cross Country. Thank you for helping us continue to grow and succeed!
Support Houston High Cheer by eating at Cane’s tomorrow from 2-9pm.
Dobie soccer athletes brought their best game vibes to the Dash game with teamwork and excitement.
Video: CTHS Pasadena ISD EMT students kicked off the year with team building, catching apples, safeguarding egg patients, and diving into the essence of teamwork.
EMT students at CTHS Pasadena ISD began the year with some hands-on team building activities. They were challenged with catching apples on forks, protecting their fragile egg “patients,” and collaborated to explore what teamwork really means in EMS. Looking forward to an incredible year ahead.
Caryme’s remarkable 1000 kills, a first for Pasadena High.
Video: Pasadena High’s cafeteria buzzes with camaraderie ditching their phones to connect through games and genuine conversations.
Why is the cafeteria so loud?!
It’s because our Eagles are talking to each other!
Instead of being glued to their phones…
✅ We’re going to build community.
✅ We’re going to build conversation.
✅ We’re going to build friendships.
✅ We’re going to learn how to look each other in the eye and truly connect.
That’s why our cafeteria is filled with the sound of laughter, card games, chese, Jenga towers, and real conversations. It’s loud but it’s the good kind of loud.
If you’d like to support, we’re accepting donations of games, cards, Uno, and board games for our students. Drop them off in the PHS office every little bit helps Mighty Eagles TAKEFLIGHT!
Rayburn’s weekly football schedule.
Support Dobie football this season with a twenty five dollar discount card.
Pasadena High is flying to new heights, proudly securing a spot among the nation’s best public high schools for 2025-2026.
Pasadena High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in their 2025–2026 Best High Schools Rankings 📰
PHS is ranked among the Top of public high schools in the entire nation!
We’re climbing higher each year… Take Flight Mighty Eagles!
Good times at Dobie’s first week during lunch, making friendships that will last a lifetime.
David Maldonado, a proud Rayburn alumnus, transforms communities with his stunning murals, bridging connections and inspiring creativity everywhere he goes.
🌟 Alumni Spotlight 🌟
This month we’re proud to feature David Maldonado, Sam Rayburn High School graduate and celebrated muralist. From his roots in Pasadena ISD to creating vibrant murals across communities, David has turned his passion for art into a way to connect, inspire, and build bridges. Read David’s story here: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/155578_3?articleID=33598
CTE winds down the Chamber’s successful State of Education Luncheon with speeches, inspiring drumlines, and a celebration of collaboration among schools and local businesses.
The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce hosted a successful State of Education Luncheon, highlighting progress in local schools. Key speakers included Dr. Lopez from Pasadena Independent School District, Dr. Williamson of San Jacinto College, and Dr. Powellson from UH-Clear Lake, who discussed current educational trends and collaboration opportunities. The event featured performances from the Pasadena High School Eagles Drumline and a student-led pledge. Special thanks were given to Fully Promoted Houston SE for table sponsorship.
Good news is the best news. Four of our high schools have earned the prestigious Best High Schools title.
More great news!
The U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings are designed to provide a clear, data-driven picture of how well public high schools across the U.S. serve all students, especially in preparing them for college and career success. We are proud to announce that four of our high schools have been recognized as “Best High Schools” by U.S. News & World Report: Pasadena HS, J. Frank Dobie HS, Pasadena Memorial HS, and Lewis Career & Technical HS.🎉👏
Dobie rocks the spotlight, celebrated among the best for nurturing future leaders with a dash of pride and excellence.
D O B I E 🤘🏼 P R I D E
More great news!
The U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings are designed to provide a clear, data-driven picture of how well public high schools across the U.S. serve all students, especially in preparing them for college and career success. We are proud to announce that the following high schools have been recognized as “Best High Schools” by U.S. News & World Report: Pasadena HS, J. Frank Dobie HS, Pasadena Memorial HS, and Lewis Career & Technical HS.🎉👏
Video: Pasadena High at the Chamber’s State of Education, showcasing the pride of our community and education.
Huge thanks to the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce for hosting socu a great event and inviting us to help kick it off with energy and celebration.
Our drumline and mascot represented Pasadena High School with pride, and it was an honor to see our incredible superintendent, Dr. Toni Lopez on the panel representing PISD!
Special thanks to Mr. Salvador Serrano and The Serrano Insurance Agency for sponsoring our table and always supporting Pasadena ISD and the Mighty Eagles.
It’s inspiring to see community partners and local businesses come together to rally around public education. Together, we soar!
Join the CTHS Archery Team and aim for greatness.
Calling all students interested in Archery!!!
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CTHS Pasadena ISD Your kid is invited for a day of creativity and fun at the CTHS Cosmetology’s Cosmo Kid Fest September 5th.
South Houston High shined at the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, showcasing incredible CTE teachers, a proud principal, and enthusiastic Trojan students.
Our school was well-represented at the Chamber of Commerce State of Education Luncheon with a few amazing CTE teachers, our proud principal, and some outstanding SoHo students in attendance, who all had a great time. Thank you for the inviting us Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. ❤️🖤
CTHS students, join the Criminal Justice department to become a teen juror in the exciting Real Teen Court.
The CTHS Criminal Justice department is looking for teen jurors for REAL TEEN Court that presides at the CTHS Courtroom. Sign up today!
Pasadena ISD is thriving with impressive gains in accountability ratings, showcasing students’ hard work and dedication to excellence.
The results are in – and Pasadena ISD is on the rise!
The 2025 State Accountability ratings are here, and we’re proud to share that Pasadena ISD earned a B (84) overall – up from 82 in 2024 and 81 in 2023.
That’s three years of steady growth!
Even more exciting?
• 42 campuses improved their scores from last year
• 11 schools saw double-digit gains
• And 111 distinction designations were awarded across the district!
These distinctions highlight excellence in areas like Academic Growth, Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Closing Academic Gaps, and Postsecondary Readiness.
Pasadena ISD also received a College, Career and Military Readiness rate of 92%. And our 90.8 % graduation rate continues to surpass the state average.
This progress is a testament to the dedication of our students, teachers, and staff. Your hard work is making a real difference – and we’re just getting started!
Mrs. Bensabat’s CTE maritime students are embarking on an exciting school year, mastering knot-tying while building teamwork on the high seas of learning.
Mrs. Bensabat is setting sail on a great start to the school year!
Her maritime students are already diving into hands-on learning with a classic knot-tying lesson — a foundational skill for any future mariner!
It’s all about building confidence, teamwork, and real-world skills from day one. We can’t wait to see where this journey takes them!
Pasadena High is soaring to new heights, fueled by the relentless dedication of outstanding teachers, staff, and students.
PASADENA HIGH SCHOOL IS TAKING FLIGHT…
The Texas Accountability Rating shows what we already know: PHS is on the rise. Thanks to our dedicated teachers, staff, community and students, Pasadena High School continues to climb, year after year.
We’re not just improving… we’re at the doorstep of excellence.
This year, our theme is “Take Flight”, and that’s exactly what we’re doing.
Let’s keep pushing….
Let’s keep rising….
Video: PISD’s engineering students are diving into projects, ready to tackle real-world challenges with innovative solutions.
CTHS Pasadena ISD engineering students are actively engaging in innovative projects and applying their skills in the lab. They’re involved in designing prototypes and tackling real-world challenges, showcasing their potential as future engineers. The excitement around their work is palpable, and updates from the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are highly anticipated. Stay tuned for more from these talented students!
Dive into PISD’s SmugMug gallery to relive memorable moments and grab some fantastic gameday photos of your favorite athletes.
Looking for gameday photos of our athletes or special Pasadena ISD events, including coverage of your kiddos? Check out our SmugMug gallery to browse and download your favorite memories! 😊 📷
Click here: https://ow.ly/128I50WJc1O
Rayburn football parents don’t miss tonight’s mandatory 7pm Family Meeting in the cafeteria.
Football parents, don’t forget about the mandatory Family Meeting this evening. 7pm in the cafeteria. There will be auctions and free food!
Thanks to the awesome generosity of Xmile Orthodontics, Rayburn’s geting 150 free parent shirts and support for the baseball team.
🎉 A HUGE thank you to our amazing community partner, Xmile Orthodontics, for their generosity! 💙 Because of their support, we will be giving away 150 free parent shirts at Open House 👕! Their kindness doesn’t stop there! They also donated to our baseball team ⚾️, and will be working with us to provide opportunities for our students. Thank you, Xmile Orthodontics, for being such an incredible part of our Texan family!
Don’t forget the marshmallows for the Burn Sam Pep Rally September 4th at Pasadena High.
Video: Rayburn’s Health Science program is kickstarting a fantastic year with exciting learning adventures and endless possibilities for future healthcare professionals.
Sam Rayburn High School’s Health Science program is off to a strong start this school year, with students engaging in meaningful learning experiences. The program received commendation from Dr. Lopez, highlighting its positive impact. The school year promises growth and discovery, focusing on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Rayburn’s weekly football schedule.
Congrats to the CTHS Bulldogs for their stellar performance kicking off the 2025 season big.
Congratulations Bulldogs!! #cthsproud👏
Congratulations to our Bulldog Relay medalists Bao, Jakob, Ricky and Jacob. Way to get our 2025 season out to a fast start! Go Knights!
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Pasadena Independent School District At Frazier Elementary, young artists made colorful mosaic tiles, ready to brighten Spark Park for all to enjoy.
✨ Students at Frazier Elementary are leaving their mark! ✨
Today, they had the chance to work with mosaic tiles that will be featured in the campus’s upcoming Spark Park renovation. We can’t wait to see their creativity come to life in the finished space!
Video: What a fantastic weekend at the PISD Progress Show. Hard work paid off and champions emerged from every chapter.
The Pasadena ISD Progress Show was a tremendous success, with notable participation from Pasadena Memorial, Sam Rayburn, and J. Frank Dobie high schools. Pasadena Memorial FFA excelled in showmanship, highlighted by Riley Wilson’s Grand Championship in both Sheep and Goat categories. Dobie High School’s Julien Cano and Vianka Alanis secured Grand Champion titles in steer and goat divisions, respectively, while Sam Rayburn FFA claimed top honors in the pig division. Congratulations to all students for their hard work and outstanding achievements!
Cheers to CTHS for staying an outstanding A rating with a score of 96 and five distinctions.
We are excited to announce that #theCTHS continues to be an A rated campus! We scored a 96 for the 24-25 school year and received 5 distinctions. We couldn’t be more proud of our staff, students and CTHS community who made this possible! Go KNIGHTS!
Last Friday, the Thompson Lions infused the campus with joy and high fives, igniting school spirit.
Last Friday, our Thompson Lions kicked off the day with positive energy, bright smiles, and BIG high fives as part of their mission to start every Friday with success and school spirit.🖐️
With this continued Thompson tradition, the campus truly came alive. From the front doors to the hallways, students, staff, and even a few Pasadena ISD leaders joined in to celebrate our students, share encouragement, and add a little extra brightness to the school day.❤️🦁
Congratulations to the amazing Bulldog Relay medalists Bao, Jakob, Ricky, and Jacob for kicking off the 2025 season with stellar speed.
Congratulations to our Bulldog Relay medalists Bao, Jakob, Ricky and Jacob. Way to get our 2025 season out to a fast start! Go Knights!
Dobie Class of 2026 kicked off their senior year with sunrise celebrations, igniting a nostalgic feel for Senior Sunrise.
Rayburn’s XC team rocked at the La Porte Bulldog Relays, with ten runners proudly winning medals.
Our Sam Rayburn XC team showed out at the La Porte Bulldog Relays—10 runners brought home medals! 🏅🔥
We’re just getting started… and YOU could be next. 🏃♂️💨
No experience needed—just bring your hustle.
📍 See Coach Amaro & join the squad today!
Dobie achieved an impressive A rating in the TEA Accountability for 2025, thanks to everyone’s hard work.
We are so excited to share that we got an A! 🎉
Our campus earned the TEA Accountability Rating of A for 2025! We are grateful for the hard work, dedication and commitment of our amazing students, teachers, and staff. #DobiePride
Congratulations to South Houston High’s Audel for winning perfect attendance in week 1 scoring Houston Texans tickets.
Congrats to Audel Arellano!!!! He was our perfect attendance winner for week 1! He won 2 Houston Texan tickets to tomorrow’s game!!!! Let’s Go South Houston High School Trojans- Attendance Matters! ❤️🖤 Pasadena Independent School District
Get ready for an unforgettable evening this Saturday at 6pm as the Dobie Longhorn Band debuts their Paris themed performance.
The Dobie Longhorn Band will be presenting its first public performance of 2025-26 this Saturday, August 16, at 6:00pm in the Dobie Auxiliary Stadium. All are invited as we give a preview performance of our 2025 Field Production, “A Paris!” as well as some of our favorite spirit tunes! We hope to see you there!
The first day of school and PISD has kicked it up a notch with excitement for new friendships and adventures.
First day of school 2025!🌟
School is back in session, and we couldn’t be more excited!📚📝
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The CTE Department is excited to launch an amazing school year, ready to ignite passions and support students on their career adventures.
The CTE Department is excited to start a new school year, encouraging students to explore career pathways and deepen their passions. They emphasize their commitment to supporting students’ journeys, aiming to make the year empowering and memorable. With a focus on readiness for the future, the message conveys confidence in students’ abilities and a promise of support from the department.
South Houston High’s punishment for breaking the Personal Electronic Device Policy law.
School kicks off tomorrow at 7:05am, so be there or you’ll be automatically unenrolled.
School starts tomorrow, August 14th at 7:05am! Attendance on the first day is extremely important. Any student enrolled but not present on the first day will be automatically unenrolled. If this happens, they will not be able to attend school until a parent comes to campus and re-enrolls them. Don’t let this happen to you, please make sure all students are on time and present on the first day!
Cheers to Dobie’s new principal, Carey Sink, leading with enthusiasm and a vision for success.
PISD’s school holiday calendar to plot family escapes.
Ready for liftoff? Use our school-holiday calendar to plan the perfect family getaway!🚀🌟
PISD has exciting career opportunities at the District Services Career Fair on August 20th.
Join us for the District Services Career Fair on Wednesday, August 20 at the Pasadena ISD Operations Building from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
We’re looking for individuals to join our Nutrition Services, Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation teams. Come meet our staff, explore open positions, and find your future with Pasadena ISD.
Every year, the You Matter Walk unites Pasadena High School’s teachers and staff, reinforcing that every student is valued and important in our community.
YOU Matter Walk – Building Connections That Count!
Today, we continued one of our favorite Pasadena High School traditions—our Annual YOU Matter Walk!
Our teachers and staff hit the streets, walking the neighborhoods of our Mighty Eagle community, knocking on doors, welcoming students back, and reminding them that:
✅ They matter
✅ School matters
✅ We’re here to help and support them every step of the way
Showing up every day matters. Consistent attendance builds discipline, responsibility, and the habits needed for success not just in school, but in life. When students are here every day, they learn more, connect more, and are better prepared for their futures..
🎥 Telemundo joined us to share our story! Watch the coverage here:
🔗 Telemundo Story https://www.telemundohouston.com/noticias/local/secundaria-pasadena-texas-hace-frente-ausentismo/2509280/
PISD’s football season has returned, and the schedules have dropped.
Football Season is Back!! 🏈
Check out all the schedules for this year’s matchups and don’t miss a game!🔥
The CTHS family is buzzing with excitement, ready to nurture skills and inspire students in the 2025-2026 school year.
The CTHS family is ready to welcome students for the 2025-2026 school year!!! Our theme this year is Where Skill Takes Root.
Video: The Trojan family united, tackling missions with teamwork, proving that collaboration is the key to success.
Trojan family had some fun today solving missions as a team and working together!
PISD teachers are bringing their incredible stories to life, igniting passion and purpose in every student they inspire.
Our teachers are back, and this year they are driven even stronger with Pasadena ISD Excellence!
We spoke with five Pasadena ISD educators who shared how they stay focused, support their students, and bring “Mission Possible” to life in their classrooms. Their stories reflect the heart of our schools and the impact of everyday moments.😊
Read more about their inspiring journeys here: https://ow.ly/M5o550WClRf
Attention, future Texans, get ready to embark on a high school adventure filled with excitement, connection, and school spirit.
📣 Hey, Class of 2029 – your Texan journey starts here! 🤠💙
We can’t wait to welcome our incoming 9th graders to Texan Experience / Experiencia Tejana on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 from 7:05 AM – 11:30 AM!
✅ Doors open & breakfast begins at 6:45 AM
✅ Parent Meeting at 7:30 AM in Dodds Theatre
Mark your calendars, set those alarms ⏰, and get ready for a morning of connection, school spirit, and kicking off high school the Texan way! 🎉
CTE shoutout to Jeanette and Brandy for launching the year with lunch and inspiring collaboration for health science teachers.
A huge thank you to Jeanette and Brandy from MD Anderson Cancer Center for kicking off the year with our health science teachers and providing lunch! We truly appreciate your support and look forward to collaborating with you again this year.
PISD teachers scooped up essential school supplies, generously donated by our community, ensuring our students are ready for a learning adventure.
Today, our amazing teachers picked up school supplies generously donated by our community. Thanks to YOU, our classrooms will be stocked and our students will start the year ready to learn! 🎒📓✏️
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Fresh paint brightening up Pasadena High’s historic hallways with a new welding facility prepares students for successful futures in high-demand trade careers.
Fresh Paint On Campus, Powering Student Trades
This week just before students return three floors in our historic main building are getting a fresh new coat of paint, giving our hallways a brighter, more welcoming look for the start of the year.
And that’s not all… construction is underway on our brand-new welding facility featuring 21 welding stalls! This space will allow more students to earn industry certifications and prepare for high demand trade careers an exciting investment in our future Eagles.
These improvements are a direct result of community-supported bond funds, making a lasting impact for generations of students.
Thank you, Pasadena community, for your continued support!
The PISD Fine Arts team is gearing up to paint the 2025-26 school year with creativity and enthusiasm.
The Pasadena Independent School District Fine Arts team is ready to take on the 2025-26 school year!
Discover your bus number Dobie High students.
2025-2026 Bus Schedule for DHS
Use this link to type in your address and find your bus number: https://www.infofinderi.com/ifi/?cid=PI05769439014
The Eagles are fired up and ready to soar.
Eagles are READY!
PHS teams have already worked hard in the district planning for our students! Let the countdown begin!
Get ready to bounce, munch, and celebrate at Bubba’s 33 Back to School Bash tomorrow for fun and freebies.
Back to School Bash Alert!
Teachers, families, and friends — celebrate the new school year at Bubba’s 33 Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9th from 9 AM to 1 PM!
🎈 Bounce Houses
🎶 Music
🛍️ Local Vendors
🍱 FREE “Stuffed” Lunchboxes for the first 300 teachers (ISD ID required)
🎁 Plus, 2 lucky lunchboxes will include school sponsorships!
Hosted by Bubba’s 33 & Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo.
This past weekend, Rayburn FFA Show Team showcased their hard work, raising $25,000 for flood recovery efforts in the hill country.
This past weekend, the Sam Rayburn High School FFA Show Team proudly participated in the Showing for the Hills Benefit Show in Crosby, TX. The event raised $25,000 to support those affected by the July 4th Texas floods. We’re incredibly proud of our students’ dedication and hard work this summer. Congratulations to all exhibitors!
Seventeen PISD schools claimed the title of healthiest in the nation, a team effort.
🏆 Seventeen Pasadena ISD schools were named healthiest in U.S. Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/Ue4w50WB1WX
Eagle parents get your expo on at Pasadena High August 13th.
The Rayburn crew built and raced rubber band cars revving up excitement for the school year ahead.
🏁💨 GEARING UP FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR! 💨🏁
Our staff hit the ground racing with a little friendly competition — rubber band race cars! 🏎️💥
From the pit crew (aka teachers and staff) to the track (aka cafeteria floor), we revved up team spirit and collaboration as we built and raced our creations. 🚗💨 It was all about working together, problem-solving, and having a blast before the green flag drops on the new school year! 🏁🔥
We’re tuned up, fueled up, and ready to speed into a great year! 🛠️
PISD parents prepare for an extraordinary school year by ensuring your student has all the essential supplies ready.
It’s time to gear up for an out-of-this-world school year! Make sure your student is ready for launch by checking out the 2025–2026 school supply lists. 🛒✨
Supply lists are available here: https://ow.ly/iqEa50WAknG
PISD parents, update your child’s info in Skyward Family Access for a smoother year ahead.
Before the first day of school on August 14, 2025, please take a few minutes to verify and update your child’s registration in Skyward Family Access.👈
You’ll need to complete a few important forms, including:
Student Information
Health Information
Emergency Contacts
Education Benefits Survey
Health Opt-In Form
Keeping this information up to date helps us provide the best support and services for your child.
Log in to Skyward Family Access to get started:
https://ow.ly/VkeY50WAnbJ
Rayburn has earned the prestigious title of one of America’s Healthiest Schools, triumphing in all nine categories of well-being.
We are proud to announce that Sam Rayburn High School has been named one of America’s #HealthiestSchools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation and were awarded in ALL 9 areas. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering a healthy and supportive environment for our students, staff, and families at Sam Rayburn High School.
Great news for PISD students: breakfast and lunch will be free for everyone, no application needed.
MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT for the 2025-2026 school year!🍏
Breakfast and lunch will once again be free for all Pasadena ISD students.
Thanks to the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), all students will receive free meals—no household meal application required.
Learn more about CEP: https://ow.ly/hM7t50WAoSV
View school menus at: https://ow.ly/NiyX50WAoSW
Parents can also use SchoolCafe to manage student meal accounts for any a la carte purchases.
Pasadena High’s soaring high with their FLIGHT Committees.
TAKE FLIGHT! THANK YOU BUBBA’S 33
We kicked off the year by launching our FLIGHT Committees a powerful step in building systems that support student success, strengthen campus culture, and elevate every voice.
At Pasadena High School, we believe the best way to prepare for students is to prepare together. Our teachers are leading the charge through collaboration, data, and purpose-driven action.
A huge thank you to Bubba’s 33 and our incredible community sponsors for fueling our mission (and our team!) with today’s support. Your partnership means everything as we gear up for an amazing year ahead.
This year, WE ARE READY!
Get ready to kick off the school year with a fantastic Bash at Bubba’s 33, complete with fun activities, music, and free lunches this Saturday.
Back to School Bash Alert!
Teachers, families, and friends — celebrate the new school year at Bubba’s 33 Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9th from 9 AM to 1 PM!
🎈 Bounce Houses
🎶 Music
🛍️ Local Vendors
🍱 FREE “Stuffed” Lunchboxes for the first 300 teachers (ISD ID required)
🎁 Plus, 2 lucky lunchboxes will include school sponsorships!
Hosted by Bubba’s 33 & Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Eagle Nation Parents, you’re invited to a Parent Expo to kick off the school year August 13th.
Calling All Eagle Nation Parents! 📣
You’re invited to our PHS Eagles Parent Expo on August 13, 2025 the first day of school for freshmen! 7:15AM – 11AM
This event is for ALL parents, ALL grade levels, and is your chance to:
✅ Learn about:
• FAFSA & Financial Aid
• Graduation Requirements
• Earning High School Credits
• Eagle Plus Parent Monthly Meetings. (Spanish and English)
✅ 20 Vendors from your community!
✅ Meet key staff members
✅ Get tools to support your student’s success
Let’s start the year strong together. Because when families and schools unite, our Eagles soar even higher!
Teachers are ready to soar this school year, fueled with passion and the theme of Mission Possible.
Our amazing Pasadena ISD teachers are back and hard at work, launching into the new school year with passion and purpose. With Mission Possible as our theme, they’re gearing up to take student success to new heights. The countdown to a stellar year is on! 🌟📚
Pasadena High students get your hair clipped and school supplies in the cafeteria August 10th.
Kick off PISD’s 2025–2026 school year with all the essentials in one spot to discover everything your child needs for success.
Start the 2025–2026 school year strong with everything you need: school supplies, start times, and more. It’s all in one easy to navigate place. Click the link to explore our district resources and get your child ready for the first day back! 😊
https://ow.ly/Qw8U50WzFVG
Texas has made a law redefining how PISD will handle communication devices in the 2025-2026 school year.
🚨 Important Update from the STATE OF TEXAS: HB 1481 and Personal Communication Devices
Learn more about how Pasadena ISD will comply with HB 1481 this 2025-2026 school year on our website: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/54321247
Last week, CTE welcomed new CTE teachers, excited to see how they’ll inspire and educate PISD students.
Last week, we had a great day welcoming our newest CTE teachers from across the district! We’re thrilled they’ve joined the Pasadena ISD family and can’t wait to see the incredible impact they’ll make on our students.
The Trojans celebrated their summer by dominating the playoffs and clinching the championship trophy with impressive teamwork.
🏀 TROJANS TAKE THE TITLE!
South Houston Boys Basketball closed out the summer in championship style, winning the Lee Junior College Summer League Playoff Tournament!
The Trojans went 3-1 in league play, then battled through the playoff bracket with a perfect 3-0 record to bring home the championship trophy.
We’re proud of their growth, determination, and the hard work they’ve put in to earn this moment. Go Trojans! ❤️🖤
Pasadena High’s volleyball season schedule.
Pasadena High football season schedule.
Get your car sparkling clean at Rauburn’s Back to School Car Wash on August 9th and help equip students for a fantastic year.
Join us August 9th at Sam Rayburn High School from 10 AM–1 PM as Attorney 911 helps raise money for school supplies! Come get your car cleaned for a cause
Early registration tomorrow at Pasadena High is your ticket to an awesome school year.
EARLY REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Join us at Pasadena High School August 4–8 from 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Wednesdays open until 6:00 PM)! 🦅
✅ Bring the documents listed and get your student ready for the 2024-2025 school year!
💻 For more info, visit the link https://www.pasadenaisd.org/enrollment or check ParentSquare.
Let’s get registered and start the year strong, Eagle Nation!
PISD’s New Teacher Welcome was a celebration filled with over 300 eager educators and an array of 70 vendors supporting their journey.
With over 300 new educators welcomed and more than 70 vendors in attendance, our 2025 New Teacher Welcome was truly a day like no other.👏
We extend our deepest gratitude to the sponsors, donors, vendors, and dedicated staff whose generous support and hard work made this event such a memorable success.
To our newest educators—welcome to the team, and have an amazing school year! 🎉
The Dobie Football team representing at the Alvin Lions Club Pigskin Preview showcasing talent and teamwork.
Dobie Football representing at the Alvin Lions Club Pigskin Preview
Marcus Jones, Titus Randle, DeMarcus Hodges, Coach Fitzmorris, Rashaud Howard, Desmond Talib
Pasadena High FFA’s summer triumphs at the Texas Junior Brahman and Santa Gertrudis shows, showcasing remarkable talent and dedication from student leaders.
Summer Shows Pasadena High FFA!
Please join us in congratulating our incredible Pasadena FFA Chapter Beef Cattle Show Team for their outstanding accomplishments across the Texas Junior Brahman Association’s 50th Anniversary State Show and the National Junior Santa Gertrudis Show this summer!
Highlights from the Texas Junior Brahman Association State Show:
Branom LaReau – Elected TJBA Director, Class Champion Bull, 8th in photography
Angelee Calzonzint – 4th with heifer, 2nd in photography, 5th in digital marketing (her first show!)
Alondra Martinez – 4th with heifer, State Champion in Photography (Major Division)
Mayvin Mikolajchak – 4th in public speaking, 3rd in digital marketing, State Champion in Photography (Junior Division)
Isaac Zavala – 9th with heifer, 3rd in photography
Wade Perez – 4th in photography, 6th in digital marketing
Cesar Reyes – 6th with heifer, 3rd in digital marketing, State Champion in Photography (Senior Division)
Santa Gertrudis Nationals in Oklahoma
Thanks to JH Brahman and Hereford Ranches for sponsoring this out-of-state experience!
Mabry Mikolajchak – 10th in showmanship out of 78, 3rd with heifer, Reserve National Champion Junior Public Speaker
Myka Mikolajchak – 2nd in both Pure Bred and Bred & Owned Show (showing a cow she bred herself!)
We’re beyond proud of their commitment, resilience, and professionalism. These students are the heart of Mighty Eagle Grit and leaders in the making!
📣 Special thanks to our program sponsors for One Construction and John & Carol Haarmeyer.
Pasadena High’s FFA winning talent as Eunice and Zelenny shine in showmanship, while Branom claims leadership honors for exceptional hard work.
FFA More Awards, Hard Work, and a Summer of Grit!
Our Pasadena FFA Beefmaster exhibitors:
Eunice Rodriguez – 2nd in both Ring A & B
Zelenny Hernandez – 1st in both Ring A & B
Both were recognized for their outstanding showmanship!
Major congratulations to Branom LaReau, again, for being named the 2025 National Maci’s Shining Light Award Winner—a prestigious honor recognizing exceptional leadership at the National Junior Brahman Show.
THANK YOU to:
One Construction
John & Carol Haarmeyer
Our incredible Ag teachers
The PISD School Board for your belief in this program!
Video: Pasadena ISD CTE dedicated FFA students and advisors spent the summer diving into projects showcasing their passion for agriculture.
Our FFA students and advisors have been hard at work all summer. Take a look at just a few of the things they had going on.
Texas has a new law for personal communication devices for PISD 2025-2026 school year.
🚨 Important Update: HB 1481 and Personal Communication Devices
Learn more about how Pasadena ISD will comply with HB 1481 this 2025-2026 school year on our website: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/54321247
Rayburn students, early registration opens Monday and runs through August 8th.
SRHS Early Registration starts Monday, August 4th through August 8th. Early registration is for any student not currently registered at Rayburn.
CTHS people, school bells are fixing to ring so log into Skyward and fill out forms before the big day on August 14th.
It is almost back to school time!!! ALL #theCTHS families need to login into Skyward and complete the 2025-2026 forms. Most important is the 2025-2026 Student Registration. This needs to be completed BEFORE the first day of school, August 14th.
Caryme, a dedicated Pasadena High gym rat, has committed to the University of Texas El Paso, proving hard work truly pays off.
Congratulations to home grown Pasadena gym rat and senior setter Caryme Molina on her verbal commitment to the University of Texas El Paso!
💚🏐👌🏽➡️🧡⛏️
Trojans, early registration is upon you beginning August 4th.
Get Excited for Early Registration!
The countdown is on—early registration is just around the corner! Make sure you have all your items ready and set to go. Let’s make this a fantastic start to the school year! ❤️🖤
Big cheers for Coach Manuel Moreno Jr. from J. Frank Dobie High, proudly joining the Texas Tennis Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
Congratulations to J. Frank Dobie High School tennis coach Manuel Moreno Jr. on being selected for the Texas Tennis Coaches Association Class of 2025 Hall of Fame! Read more about Coach Moreno’s accomplishment here: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/155578_3?articleID=31542
Incredible talent at Rayburn and bravo to Gabriella and Javier for their impressive performances at the TAAF Region 14 Championships.
Congratulations to Sam Rayburn High School sophomores Gabriella Olivo and Javier Rodriguez for their success at the Texas Amateur Athletic Federations (TAAF) Region 14 Swimming Championships.
Competing in the girls 13-14 age group division, Gabriella took the silver medal in the 100-yard Individual Medley, bronze medal in the 50-yard Backstroke, and 4th place in the 100-yard Freestyle. As a result of her success, she qualified for the TAAF Games of Texas Summer State Championships in both the 100-yard Individual Medley and50-yard Backstroke this coming Thursday in Bryan, Texas.
Javier (boys 15-17 age group) won 1st place in Mixed 200-yard Freestyle Relay, swimming the anchor leg, along with 3rd place in the 50-yard Backstroke and 5th place in the 100-yard Freestyle.
Both swimmers were competing for the South Belt Area “All Stars” Swimming Team (SBAS), which is made up of current and former swimmers who attend Pasadena ISD schools.
Good Luck to Gabriella as she prepared to compete against some of the best swimmers in Texas this week.
Rayburn’s FFA showcased a weekend of excitement, with students proudly presenting their pigs, goats, lambs, and cattle at the PLS&R’s Summer Prospect Show.
Sam Rayburn FFA had a busy weekend showing at the PLSR Summer Prospect Show. Students participated in showing their Pigs, Goats, Lamb and Cattle.
Congratulations to all!!!
Harleigh Anders – Reserve Breed Champion Duroc
Jullian Lozano- Reserve Breed Champion Hampshire
Myriah Mondragon- 2nd in class 3 Cross
Melanie Mata – 2nd in Class 3 Hampshire
Nick Figueroa- 1st in Class 7 Cross
Rubi Flores- 3rd in Class 5 Cross
JR FFA Members
Ian Roque- 2nd in Class 1 Cross
Dayami Gutierrez- Grand Breed Champion Yorkshire
Cattle:
Xander Santos- 1st in class American Heifer
Filled the Bus was a big hit, making the upcoming school year even more exciting for our students.
We’re so grateful to everyone who stopped by the Pasadena Convention Center today to help us Fill-the-Bus with school supplies! 🚌
A huge shoutout to the City of Pasadena, the Chamber of Commerce, and our amazing Pasadena ISD Education Foundation volunteers who helped carry, sort, and organize all the generous donations!! Stay tuned to see our teachers reactions ahead of the first day back.
Today’s the day to get on up to the Pasadena ISD Nutrition Services Job Fair to explore exciting opportunities and connect with an amazing team.
The Pasadena ISD Nutrition Services Job Fair is tomorrow! Come learn more about open positions, meet our team, and apply on the spot. Don’t miss your chance to join a department that makes a difference every day! 🍎
Cheers to Dobie Coach Moreno on his well-deserved induction into the Texas Tennis Coaches Class of 2025 Hall of Fame.
Congratulations to Coach Moreno, who will be inducted in the Texas Tennis Coaches Class of 2025 Hall of Fame! 🎾🤘🏆
Come December, Galveston’s Manuel Moreno Jr. will be inducted into the prestigious Texas Tennis Coaches Association Class of 2025 Hall of Fame.
Get on up to Panera Bread this Thursday from 4-8pm to support Rayburn baseball and enjoy a delicious meal for a great cause.
Support SRHS baseball this Thursday at
Panera Bread Pasadena from 4-8 pm. Show this flyer
or order online using the code FUND4U. ⚾️ ❤️
Big cheers to 2009 Dobie grad Rodell Duff for his catchy new single Ain’t Coming Home featuring a surprise Dobie High cameo.
Shout out to 2009 Dobie graduate Rodell Duff on his new single ‘Ain’t Coming Home’. If you watch closely Dobie High School makes a cameo. Thanks for the love. Pasadena ISD let’s return the favor and give it a view!
Check out the official video for my new song, Ain’t Coming Home! Stream the song now wherever you listen to music: https://temple.fans/rodell-duff
Get ready to gear up for school Pasadena High fams. Complete your Annual Verification today to unlock benefits for your student.
Ready, Set, Enroll! Your Back-to-School Checklist Starts Here
School starts in just weeks, and we need ALL Pasadena High School families to complete their Annual Verification ASAP!
✅ This is more than just an income survey—your response helps provide:
• Free school meals
• Increased funding
• Tech access
• Fee reductions for college & AP testing
• Leverage community, local, state, and federal grants
• AND supports every student at PHS!
📅 Deadline: August 13th
📞 Need help? Call us at 713-740-0985 (Aug. 2–13)
🌐 Complete it in Skyward Family Access or visit:
Returning students: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/25708_3
NEW STUDENTS: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/enrollment
🔗 For all returning and new students:
1. Log into Skyward Family Access
2. Click on the Annual Verification / Education Benefits Survey
3. Complete and submit the form for EACH student
Check your email or ParentSquare notifications for step-by-step reminders and help guides.
Let’s make sure all Mighty Eagle families are registered and ready. Your participation today helps us build stronger schools tomorrow!
It was a great day at Chick-fil-A for the Meet Your Mascot and a reminder to help Fill the Bus tomorrow.
Great day today at Chic fil A, on Spencer and Burke, Meet your 2025 Mascot and fill the bus. Thank you Chick Fil A for your community support and especially for all of our students.
Click on the link below to see more photos.
https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/Meet-Your-Mascot-2025
If you’re a Rayburn student eager to dive into football season you can join them as a manager or videographer.
Students, looking for a way to get involved this football season? Consider being a manager or videographer! Lots of perks come with these fun jobs. Contact Coach Gonzalez for more information. [email protected]
Rayburn High’s Haile has splashed into greatness, securing her spot on swimming lists, proving hard work pays off in bright waves.
Congratulations to Haile Downs (Class of 2025) for being named to the Academic All-State Swimming Team (TISCA, TGCA) and the Academic All-America Swimming Team (NISCA). These honors reflect a great deal of hard work and we are so proud of Haile!
Nominate an inspiring PISD graduate who’s making waves in the community and shine a spotlight on their amazing accomplishments.
Alumni Spotlight Nominations are now open!
Do you know a Pasadena ISD graduate who’s making a difference in our community? Help us celebrate their success! Fill out the nomination form and let us know who deserves to be featured. 💙📣 Tap here to fill out our form: https://forms.gle/LFsbQVyufbEKZopZA
The Voices of Houston at TCDA, showcased Sullivan Middle School’s Kaci Timmons’ incredible talent.
What an incredibly moving concert presented by Voices of Houston at TCDA featuring our very own talented Kaci Timmons, choir director at Sullivan Middle School!!!
The PISD 2025 Intermediate Cheer leaders dazzling performances at the Cheer Show Case photo dump.
Congratulations to all the 2025 Intermediate Cheer leaders who participated today in the Cheer Show Case, you guys did a fantastic job. Thank you to the Memorial Cheer leaders for hosting a great cheer camp this year.
Click on the link below to see more photos.
https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2025-Intermediate-Cheer-Show-Case
You’re invited to South Houston High’s fun-packed Back to School Bash so your kids can grab free school supplies.
Community event for the kids! ❤️🎒✏️🖊️📓📕🖤
🎒📚 Back to School Bash! 📚🎒
Join Constable Jerry Garcia in collaboration with Constable Phil Sandlin and our amazing friends at Taqueria Tepatitlan for a fun-filled Back to School Event!
📍 1623 Spencer Hwy, South Houston, TX 77587
📅 July 31, 2025
🕒 10:30 A.M. – 12 P.M.
We’ll be giving away FREE Backpacks and school supplies. Enjoy some great food and music. Let’s bring the community together to support our students as they head into the new school year!
Come out, bring the family, and let’s kick off the 2025-2026 school year right! ✏️🚌👟
Huge thanks to Taqueria Tepatitlan for their support and partnership in making this possible!
PISD TCDA All State Choir members are pumped for their first rehearsal together.
Pasadena ISD students have been sweating it out and forging bonds through teamwork, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.
From cheerleading to football to basketball and more, Pasadena ISD students are putting in the work this summer! 💪 Whether it’s early morning workouts or summer camp training, they’re building strength, discipline, and team spirit to hit the ground running this school year.
Let’s Go!!👏
Texans, volleyball camps kick off next week.
🏐Vollyball Camps start next week on Monday! There are camps for incoming 3rd – 9th graders and training camp for 10th -12th graders. Tryouts will be Friday.
📅 Camp Dates Begin Monday
👧 Incoming 3rd–9th Graders: Skills & fundamentals camp
🏐 10th–12th Graders: Training camp to prep for the season
📣 Tryouts will be held Friday!
Let’s get ready to serve, spike, and shine! 💪
Questions? Reach out to Coach Curtis.
At Tuesday’s School Board Meeting, South Houston High’s George proudly represented the Aquatics team, showcasing their impressive achievements in academics and athletics.
🎉👏 At Tuesday’s School Board Meeting, our PISD Aquatics team was recognized for their academic achievements!
We’re especially proud to share that South Houston High School had two outstanding student-athletes being honored. Representing us in person will be George Gonzalez-Agulla.
Help us celebrate George and all of our dedicated swimmers for excelling both in the pool and in the classroom! 🏊♂️📚💪
The excitement is palpable as South Houston High gears up for the 2025-2026 school year.
Pasadena ISD’s incredible visual art program has earned the 2024-2025 District of Distinction award, celebrating creativity and community engagement.
🧑🎨 We are excited to announce Pasadena ISD has been named a 2024-2025 District of Distinction by the Texas Art Education Association. Over 1,200 districts and learning institutions in Texas were eligible to apply for this prestigious Texas Art Education Association Visual Art Award, 109 districts met the high standards and will receive this outstanding honor indicating their visual art program is in the top 8% of Visual Art programs in the state.
TAEA recognizes districts and learning institutions exhibiting outstanding leadership in promoting the arts in their district and community. They recognize Visual Art programs that have active TAEA members, promote TAEA art events, and actively participate in their community.👏
We congratulate our teachers championing creative learning that fosters personal growth and meaningful student connections.
The PISD tech team has been busy all summer at Dobie repairing over 300 student laptops.
PISD tech department has been working all summer at Dobie as a hub for student laptop repairs. Big shout out to our custodial staff for finding a space for the whole team! They have repaired over 300 devices as of today and more to go!
Explore exciting opportunities with the Pasadena ISD Nutrition Services Team July 30th.
🍽️ Join the Pasadena ISD Nutrition Services Team!
We’re hosting a Job Fair on July 30 from 9–11 a.m. at the Nutrition Services Building. Come learn more about open positions and how you can help fuel student success across our district!
Meet your favorite Pasadena ISD mascots and contribute to Fill the Bus with supplies this Saturday 9-11am.
Join us for a fun-filled morning with your favorite Pasadena ISD mascots!🐥📣
We’ve got spirit- yes we do! We’ve got spirit! How ‘bout you? Come meet your PISD mascots and help us Fill the Bus with school supply donations for PISD!
Big cheers for Kimmie Longstreet, South Houston High’s shining star, celebrated as the New CTE Teacher of the Year.
🚨🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉🚨
South Houston High School is SO proud to celebrate Kimmie Longstreet, who was just named New CTE Teacher of the Year by the Career and Technical Association of Texas! 🔥
This incredible honor recognizes rockstar educators with 3–5 years of experience who are already making a HUGE impact in career and technical education. 💡💪
Help us give a HUGE round of applause to Mrs. Longstreet for this amazing accomplishment! We are beyond proud to have her representing South Houston HS and Pasadena ISD. 🌟👏🖤❤️
Cast your vote for Caryme, Pasadena High’s star setter, as she aims for Houston-area volleyball recognition.
🏐 Let’s show our support for Pasadena High School’s standout Senior setter, Caryme Molina! She’s nominated for a Houston-area preseason volleyball award and representing both PHS and PISD with pride.
✅ Cast your vote today—just scroll past the ads, hit “More,” and find the list of nominees. Every vote helps spotlight her talent and dedication!
Get ready to cheer with Rayburn’s incredible 25-26 cheer team, rocking their fabulous new shirts thanks to the Sassy Sisters.
Now introducing our Sam Rayburn High School 25-26 cheer team and their amazing coaches!!! Thank you so much Sassy Sisters Pasadena, Deer Park & Surrounding areas for saving the day with the awesome shirts for our girls! We love them! 💙🖤🩵
The Rayburn Football Booster Club fueled hardworking SAC Camp athletes with the snacks.
Thank you to our Sam Rayburn HS Football Booster Club for providing a cool snack for all our SAC Camp athletes. And thank you to all the young athletes who made the commitment to be here and work hard all summer! We appreciate you!
Get ready, Mighty Eagles. Your first day is almost here, packed with tours, tech, and valuable lessons to set you soaring.
The Countdown Is On, Mighty Eagles!
FRESHMAN 1ST DAY – August 13th
This special day is just for our newest Eagles to:
✅ Tour the campus
✅ Get their new device & ID
✅ Find their classes
✅ Learn the Mighty Eagle Way!
🕖 7:10 AM – 11:30 AM
All freshmen must attend!
📣PARENT EXPO
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL – August 14th
All students return and will:
✅ Meet their teachers
✅ Get their schedules
✅ Learn expectations
✅ Receive their tablets
🕖 7:10 AM – 2:36 PM
Free breakfast and lunch for all students!
💻 Parents – Check your ParentSquare email for more details and updates coming soon!
💚 Let’s get ready for a year of growth, excellence, and Eagle pride.
Chevron Phillips Chemical gets a high-five for their donation of 2,500 hygiene kits to PISD’s Highly Mobile and At-Risk students.
Huge thanks to Chevron Phillips Chemical, a returning community partner, for their generous donation of 2,500 hygiene kits to the Highly Mobile & At-Risk (HMAR) Student Program as part of their 25th anniversary celebration! 👏
The Pasadena ISD Highly Mobile & At-Risk Student Program would like to express their deepest gratitude to Chevron Phillips Chemical for their generous donation in providing essential hygiene kits to our Highly Mobile and At-Risk students. Your contribution has a profound impact, supporting their well-being and empowering them to stay healthy and focused on their education. 📚
Attention Texan Football families: mark your calendars for important events inside.
📣 Texan Football Players & Parents — here are some upcoming important dates! 🏈💪
📅 Don’t miss key events: equipment pickup, camp, practice, scrimmage & parent meeting!
Let’s get after it this season! 💙
Tegeler Community School brought together passionate leaders from 14 districts, sharing innovative ideas and inspiring stories.
Tegeler Community School hosted the, Whatever It Takes Symposium: Uniting Alternative Campuses Across 14 Districts! From innovative strategies to inspiring stories, leaders with a common vision shared best practices to do “whatever it takes” to meet the needs of our most at-risk students.🌟
Special thanks to the following partners:
Alief ISD
Angleton ISD
Barbers Hill ISD
Clear Creek ISD
Crosby ISD
Deer Park ISD
Dickinson ISD
Galveston ISD
Goose Creek ISD
Humble ISD
Katy ISD
La Porte ISD
Sheldon ISD
Harris County Department of Ed.
Pasadena High August 13th for the PHS Eagles Parent Expo, so every parent can empower their student for success.
Calling All Eagle Nation Parents! 🦅📣
You’re invited to our PHS Eagles Parent Expo on August 13, 2025 the first day of school for freshmen!
This event is for ALL parents, ALL grade levels, and is your chance to:
✅ Learn about:
• FAFSA & Financial Aid
• Graduation Requirements
• Earning High School Credits
• Eagle Plus Parent Monthly Meetings. (Spanish and English)
✅ Learn the Mighty Eagle Way
✅ Meet key staff members
✅ Get tools to support your student’s success
ℹ️ More Info To Come!
Let’s start the year strong together. Because when families and schools unite, our Eagles soar even higher!
PISD Choir students are harmonizing their hearts out at Choir Camp this week, blending hard work with high spirits.
Dobie Football at the Pearland Rotary Club buzzing with excitement for the season.
Dobie Football at the Pearland Rotary Club, excited for the upcoming season 🤘🏼
Coach Fitzmorris, Luedy Matos, Julius Sanchez, and Coach Landry
Attention Pasadena High parents. Keep your student looking sharp by following the dress code.
ATTENTION PARENTS ** Please ensure all students follow the dress code policy. Thank you!
Join the amazing team at CTHS as a Paraprofessional for Inclusion Support. Apply today and seize the chance to make a difference.
CTHS is hiring a Paraprofessional for our Inclusion Support Aide. Apply now if you are interested! We will be interviewing ASAP.
Mighty Trojan Band leaders are gearing up for an epic season.
The Mighty Trojan Band leaders ROCK! Can’t wait to see all your hard work on the field! ❤️🎶🖤
The Mighty Trojan Band Leadership Team is here putting in the work and preparing for the upcoming season! Looking forward to seeing the full band next week for music camp!
Let’s Go Trojans!
The Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees has approved a midpoint raise for all staff.
The Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees have approved a 2% midpoint raise for ALL STAFF this ‘25-’26 school year.
Starting teacher pay is now $65,205. 👏 Thank you to our Board of Trustees!
Kendrick Middle School erupted in cheers to celebrate Rogelio, PISD’s inspiring Spanish Spelling Bee National Finalist soaring towards Albuquerque.
🎉 Celebrating Rogelio Lopez!
Today, the Kendrick Middle School community came together to give an unforgettable send-off to our very own Spanish Spelling Bee National Finalist, Rogelio Lopez! 🐝
The Broncos are incredibly proud, and the entire Pasadena ISD family is cheering him on as he heads to the National Spanish Spelling Bee in Albuquerque, NM!
Rogelio, your hard work and dedication have inspired us all — we’re behind you every step of the way! 💙💛
View photos here: https://ow.ly/gVm150Wneak
Join Kendrick Middle School today to celebrate Rogelio’s amazing journey as he heads to the National Spanish Spelling Bee.
What: Send-Off Celebration for Spanish Spelling Bee National Finalist – Rogelio Lopez
When: Wednesday, July 9 at 12:00 PM
Where: Kendrick Middle School
3000 Watters Rd | Pasadena, TX 77502
Pasadena ISD Spanish Spelling Bee Champion Heads to Nationals
Pasadena, TX – Pasadena ISD is proud to announce that Rogelio Lopez, the district’s Spanish Spelling Bee champion, will represent Pasadena at the national Spanish Spelling Bee competition this week.
To celebrate Rogelio’s outstanding accomplishment and send him off in style, Kendrick Middle School will host a special send-off event on Wednesday, July 9 at 12:00 PM in front of the campus. Students, staff, and community members are invited to attend and cheer on Rogelio as he prepares to compete on the national stage.
“Rogelio’s dedication and hard work have brought pride to our entire district,” said Melissa Messenger, principal of Kendrick Middle School. “This send-off is a way for us to show our support and let him know that his Pasadena ISD family is behind him every step of the way.”
The National Spanish Spelling Bee will take place at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on July 12, 2025, according to the event website. The competition is part of a larger celebration of language, learning, and community, featuring top student spellers from across the nation who have placed in state or regional Spanish spelling bees.
Get ready, Trojan Nation, show up on August 14th and bring your spirit.
We will see you August 14th Trojan Nation!! ❤️🖤 
Pasadena ISD rallies together. Official donation link provided for those affected by the Hill Country floods.
Our hearts are with everyone affected by the Hill Country floods. 💛
Pasadena ISD stands in solidarity with the impacted communities. The City of Pasadena has shared trusted resources for those looking to donate or support relief efforts.
As always, the hearts in Pasadena are bursting with generosity.
Thank you to EVERYONE who has donated or reached out to us for ways to give. We have spoken with emergency staff in Kerr County, and they have asked us to share this donation link as the quickest and safest way to assist the Hill Country flooding victims:
https://cftexashillcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4201
We are in in direct communication with emergency officials and will share updates on our website and social media as they come in.
Rayburn, your Volleyball Camp is from July 28th – 30th for training and fun.
🏐 SRHS Volleyball Camp – July 28–30 🏐
Open to all incoming 3rd–9th graders!
Join us for three exciting days of volleyball training and fun at SRHS. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your skills, we’ve got something for everyone!
📅 Dates: July 28–30
📍 Who: Incoming 3rd–9th graders
📄 Check the flyers for all the details and specific camp times.
📝 Register here:
3rd – 8th Grade:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLzINLkVinGYA153x7L6CD5N9mNu7vYICIdPjZvoDz-_4org/viewform?usp=header
9th Grade:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbgsaXm0px_CkJZtEilD6phqQje5GAnQYGKM_eye4zaioH0w/viewform?usp=header
Don’t miss out—spots fill fast! 💪 🏐 Contact coach [email protected] for any questions.
Rayburn freshmen footballers, prepare for mandatory camp and reach out to Coach Gonzalez for all the thrilling details!
It’s almost football season! Mandatory camp for all incoming freshman players is coming soon—email Coach Gonzalez at [email protected] for details!
Memorial and Dobie High School thespians shone bright at the International Thespian Festival, embracing creativity, learning, and unforgettable experiences.
Our amazing and talented thespians from Pasadena Memorial and J. Frank Dobie High School participated in the International Thespian Festival at Bloomington, Indiana. These students competed with others from across the nation and had access to workshops given by professionals in the theatre and film world. They also had a chance to meet with and learn about colleges, and a chance to watch productions from schools that were selected as the top in the nation. Thank you to Ms. Dommer and Mr. Hernandez for your dedication and support!
Congratulations to Ms. Sallee, an incredible Ag teacher, for being selected for the 2025 L.E.A.D. Experience, where she’ll gain valuable insights for her students.
We’re incredibly proud of one of our amazing Ag teachers, Ms. Sallee, who was selected for the prestigious 2025 L.E.A.D. Experience — a professional development opportunity focused on leadership and innovation in agricultural education.
Throughout the experience, Ms. Sallee connected with industry leaders like Mitchel Dale (President of McRee Ford), Dan Hunter (Texas Dept. of Agriculture), Skip Martin (RomaCraft), Billy Howe (Texas Farm Bureau), and Dick & Patsy Wallrath (Champion Ranch). The program was packed with insights into the agricultural industry and education, and Ms. Sallee is excited to bring these tools and ideas back to her classroom!
We’re so thankful for opportunities like this that empower our educators and enrich our students’ learning.
PISD’s dedicated teachers are consistently leveling up their skills, proving their commitment to ensuring every student achieves success.
Our teachers are always rising to the next level, growing their skills, and doing whatever it takes for their students!
Pasadena High Volleyball’s newly updated camp dates.
Cheers to Thompson Intermediate for achieving the National Schools to Watch designation, showcasing their dedication to nurturing both minds and hearts of every student.
🎉 Congratulations to Thompson Intermediate for being named a National Schools to Watch for the 2024–25 school year! 🏫 This honor reflects their unwavering commitment to meeting the academic, social, and emotional needs of all Thompson lions!!👏
PISD Summer 2025 graduation photos captured the pride of graduates, etched in memories for years to come.
Summer 2025 Graduation Photo Recap📸: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Graduation-2025/Summer-Graduation-
The Eagles soared through summer league with two impressive wins, showcasing their promising season ahead.
Your Eagles finished summer league with 2 wins over Galena Park and Clear Creek! This young group has potential through the roof! Going to be a fun year!!
Congratulations to Ms. Kelli Skinner, the new counselor at Pasadena High.
Please help us congratulate Ms. Kelli Skinner, who has officially been named the new counselor at Pasadena High School!
Ms. Skinner is Pasadena proud and Eagle made, a former teacher, a dedicated educator, and a homegrown leader who has been part of our PHS family for years. We are thrilled to have her serve our Eagle community in an even greater capacity and know she will continue to make a powerful impact on our campus.
A thank you to the Pasadena ISD Board for approving this well deserved promotion.
Kudos to the brilliant CTE grads snagging summer internships at NASA; their future looks bright.
Shout out to these recent Pasadena Independent School District grads that landed summer internships at NASA before heading off to college! What an incredible opportunity and unforgettable experience! #PISDCTE #CTE #CTEforTheWin #NASA #internships
Congratulations to Rogelio from Marshall Kenrick Middle School for his impressive third place finish in the Texas State Spanish Spelling Bee.
Huge congratulations to Marshall Kenrick Middle School’s Rogelio Lopez for placing 3rd in the Texas State Spanish Spelling Bee! 🎉
The district is proud to celebrate this major accomplishment and can’t wait to cheer him on as he competes at the National Spanish Spelling Bee on July 11–12, 2025! 🌟🙌
Click the link to watch Rogelio’s full performance from the Texas competition: https://ow.ly/Pivu50WeQNr
📢 Stay tuned for updates on his journey to Nationals!
Kudos to the Melillo Space Explorers and Galaxy Explorers for their stellar achievement in the Spring 2025 Build the Moon Challenge.
Congratulations to the Melillo Space Explorers and Galaxy Explorers for earning Best in Show at the Spring 2025 Build the Moon Challenge, hosted by Texas Space Grant Consortium!
In this statewide STEM competition, students designed and tested concrete mixtures using lunar regolith simulant—preparing for the future of lunar construction and space exploration.
👏 Huge thanks to Ms. Ram, Math Teacher and team sponsor, for guiding our Mustangs to success!
Check out this article to read more on these amazing Mustangs! https://ow.ly/swJL50Wf03e
Eighty-five athletes took the field at the 2nd Annual Matt Bergeron Football Camp, igniting their Longhorn spirit and determination.
Powering through! 🤘🏽 85 unstoppable athletes at the 2nd Annual Matt Bergeron Football Camp — where Longhorns are made.🔥
While most take a break, Mighty Eagle Band dives headfirst into summer practice, crafting a melodic masterpieces for fall’s grand debut.
🎶 Summer Grind, Fall Shine!
While most are winding down, our Mighty Eagle Band is gearing up! From sweat, scales, and sectionals—this summer work is laying the foundation for fall success.
👏 Shout out to our dedicated students and directors for showing what true commitment looks like. The journey to greatness doesn’t pause for summer!
Rogelio’s going on to shine at the State Spanish Spelling Bee and show them what a Bronco can do.
We are cheering you on Rogelio!👏
📣✨BIG SHOUTOUT✨📣
Join us in wishing the best of luck to our amazing 6th grader, Rogelio Lopez , as he heads to the State Spanish Spelling Bee! 🐝📚
We’re so proud of your hard work, determination, and incredible spelling skills! You’re already a champion in our eyes—now go show the state what a Bronco can do! 💙💚
Let’s cheer Rogelio on in the comments! 👇
Rayburn JROTC cadets have taken it to new heights, proudly claiming sixth place nationally, showcasing their teamwork and academic prowess.
SIXTH IN THE NATION! What a journey for Rayburn JROTC cadets Genesis Garcia, Angelica Teneyuque, Valerie Mejia, and Andres Chacon-Murillo! Representing Sam Rayburn High School and Pasadena Independent School District at JLAB 2025 and placing 6th nationally out of over 1,700 JROTC programs is a testament to their grit, intellect, and teamwork. And clinching 3rd place overall in the knowledge test? That’s elite-level performance.
The JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl is no ordinary competition—it’s a multi-phase challenge that pushes cadets to excel in leadership, academics, and critical thinking. The top 40 teams make it to the national competition in Washington DC. Making it to the top 40 is already a huge feat, but to outperform every other Texas team and finish in the top 10 nationally? That’s legacy-making. 💙
The Pasadena High Instructional team is harnessing the power of collaboration to create a brighter, more successful future for every student.
Teamwork makes the data work!
Our incredible PHS Instructional team leadership team is diving deep into Data-Driven Instruction (DDI) today at Beverly Hills, collaborating, planning, and ensuring every student gets exactly what they need to succeed.
CTHS grad Melina, has officially launched her career journey as a detention officer with HCSO, proving hard work pays off.
HIRED! Melina Blanco was HIRED by HCSO for the position of detention officer!!! She graduated in May and is already working on her career goals! CONGRATS MELINA!!!
Video: This week, a fresh batch of eager campers are dove into another adventure at CTE’s robotics camp.
This week brings a new group of campers, but the same incredible robotics camp experience continues!
Start your child’s life strong with PISD’s Pre-K and let their curious minds thrive through engaging activities and nurturing teachers.
Give your child a strong start with Pasadena ISD Pre-K! 🎒✨ Our program builds a foundation for lifelong learning through hands-on activities, caring teachers, and a focus on early literacy and social skills. Enroll today for the 2025-2026 school year! Visit our website: https://www.pasadenaisd.org/prek
Session 2 of PISD’s Cool 2 Code Camp photo dump.
Session 2 of our Cool 2 Code Camp was a success! 💻✨
https://ow.ly/vAjJ50W9ZTy
Pasadena ISD proudly honors Joshua who won a National Gold Medal at Carnegie Hall and celebrates his extraordinary talent among America’s top young artists.
Pasadena ISD is proud to celebrate an extraordinary achievement by Joshua Washington, a senior at Pasadena Memorial High School, who has been awarded a National Gold Medal from the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, one of the most prestigious recognitions for creative teens in the nation. Joshua’s award-winning drawing earned him a place among a talented group of young artists who were honored last week at a special ceremony held at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
To read more about Joshua’s achievement, click the link: https://ow.ly/u3Fx50Wal8l
Video: Eagle Nation proudly celebrates its Eagle Plus graduates, showcasing a of empowerment, community support, and dedication.
🦅 Eagle Nation Celebrates Eagle Plus Parent Graduates!🦅
We’re proud to share this special video created by our district media team, capturing the heart and purpose of the Eagle Plus School for Parents program.
Now in its third year, Eagle Plus continues to empower families by strengthening school-home connections, improving communication, and equipping parents to support their students’ success.
This year’s program was elevated by our partnership with the McKinney-Vento/Highly Mobile & At-Risk (HMAR) Team, helping provide essential community resources for our families. From impactful sessions on managing family stress to a powerful graduation ceremony filled with encouragement and pride, this celebration reflected the very best of Mighty Eagle Nation.
🎓 Congratulations to our 2025 Eagle Plus graduates!
Your commitment to growth and your children’s futures is truly inspiring.
📢 Looking ahead to next year — we’re growing!
In 2025, the Eagle Plus program will expand to include both Spanish and English cohorts, hosted at Jackson Intermediate and Pasadena High School. This initiative is proudly led by Mrs. Retta and a team of dedicated volunteers who’ve supported this mission from day one.
If you or someone you know would like to join next year’s program, please reach out to Mrs. Retta at Pasadena High School in August. Stay tuned more information will be shared soon!
PISD leaders returned from the TEPSA Summer Conference energized and ready to tackle the new school year with fresh ideas.
What a great experience for our Pasadena ISD leaders! 🌟
Several proudly represented the district as they wrapped up an inspiring week at the TEPSA Summer Conference, learning, and growing, as they prepare for the new school year!
Rayburn, plan ahead to make the most of your students’ time away from school and ensure their success.
Hello Texan Family!
We’ve put together a helpful list of opportunities to plan ahead for your student’s time away from school—whether for vacations, appointments, or other commitments. We encourage you to review it and make arrangements in advance. Let’s work together to support our students’ success!
Video: Day three of CTE’s Robotics Summer Camp 2025.
Video: Day 2 of the PISD Robotics Camp buzzed with energy as students explored hands-on learning, thanks to Chevron’s support.
Wrapping up Day 2 of Pasadena Independent School District Robotics Camp with lots of excitement and hands-on learning! Huge THANK YOU to Chevron for sponsoring this amazing camp experience. Stay tuned for more updates and fun from the week ahead!
Big cheers for Juelz, Dobie’s 1st Team All State Outfielder.
EXCITING NEWS! 🎉 We have a 1st Team All State Outfielder! 🏆⚾️🤘
Congratulations to Juelz Martinez and our Longhorn baseball coaches! #DobiePride
Attention Mighty Eagle fam. Plan ahead for vacations and appointments so your student can soar through their time off without a hitch. Schedule inside.
**ATTENTION** Mighty Eagle Families!
We’ve compiled a list of opportunities for you to pre-plan your student’s time away for vacation and appointments. Please plan accordingly.
Thank you! 🦅
New career opportunities working with PISD at their Job Fair today.
📢 Join us for the Districtwide Job Fair on June 11th! Explore exciting career opportunities across our schools and departments. Connect with us and take the first step towards a rewarding future with our district. Don’t miss out!
Ms. Rangel’s enthusiasm and commitment have landed her in Falcon Country for some exciting adventures with the Miller team.
Let’s go Ms. Rangel!!👏
Please join us in giving a warm Falcon welcome to Elizabeth Rangel, who will be serving as an ABLE I Aide! 🦅
We are thrilled to officially welcome Ms. Rangel to the Miller Falcon family. Her dedication and passion will be a wonderful addition to our team, and we’re excited for all the great things ahead!
Welcome to Falcon Country, Ms. Rangel!
South Houston High’s NJROTC students brought their A-game to the Leadership Academy Camp, showcasing leadership skills and teamwork while making memorable connections!
Our NJROTC students showed up and represented at the NJROTC Leadership Academy Camp! Shout out to Master Sergeant Cheeks and Senior Chief Harrell for all their hard work! ❤️🎖️🖤
Pasadena ISD students unleashing creativity and building tech skills while attending the Cool 2 Code Camp.
Students across Pasadena ISD spent part of their summer sharpening their tech skills at the Cool 2 Code Camp!💻🌟 https://ow.ly/OakE50W6kOf
Video: This week at CTE’s Robotics Summer Camp, campers are building projects and enjoying hands-on experiences that spark innovation.
Our Robotics Summer Camp is in full swing this week! Stay tuned for exciting pictures and videos showcasing all the hands-on fun and innovation happening in our sessions.
Pasadena ISD is on the hunt for enthusiastic team members. Join them at the job fair on June 11th to explore exciting opportunities.
Pasadena ISD is hiring! Come on out to the job Fair on June 11th.
📢 Join us for the Districtwide Job Fair on June 11th! Explore exciting career opportunities across our schools and departments. Connect with us and take the first step towards a rewarding future with our district. Don’t miss out!
PISD’s Fine Arts development was a harmonious blend of music and creativity, as teachers fine-tuned their skills at the Houston Symphony.
Fine Arts summer professional development was an incredible success! Band, Orchestra, and Choir directors visited the Houston Symphony to listen to an open rehearsal and hear the music of John Williams and Steven Spielberg. Visual Arts teachers had an opportunity to sharpen their skills as photographers with portraits and still life photography.
The South Houston High leadership team is buzzing with ideas after an inspiring PISD Symposium, gearing up for an amazing school year ahead.
Collaborating the last few days at the PISD Symposium was great!! The SHHS leadership team is getting ready for the 25-26 school year! ❤️🖤
PISD gives much appreciation to the Pasadena ISD Education Foundation and all the supporters for making the Annual Golf Classic a resounding success.
Thank you to our Pasadena ISD Education Foundation, all major sponsors, donors, and volunteers for making the Annual Golf Classic a success! ⛳
Your generosity and support has made it possible to raise funds that will go back to our students and teachers. Together, we’re driving education forward!👏
Ariana, a Dobie ROTC cadet, now has her artwork adding vibrant color to the Sagemeadow water tank.
Congratulations to ROTC cadet and art student, Ariana Rodriguez, whose artwork was chosen from over 200 entries to be placed on the water tank for Sagemeadow residents to enjoy. Kudos to Sgt. Valdez and her art teacher, Ms. Umanzor for their guidance and leadership.
Congratulations to the Dobie High Choir for their outstanding performance, showcasing talent that make the City proud!
We’re so proud of the Dobie High School’s Choir for being recognized for their excellence performance!!! 🤘🏻🧡
Video: Day 3 of CTE’s Career Exploration Summer Camp, campers experienced hands-on activities, unlocking skills for a bright future.
Every step counts on the path to success! Day 3 at our Career Exploration Summer Camp brought new fun activities, hands-on learning, and big smiles as campers unlocked skills for the future. The adventure continues—building futures that shine bright!
Video: Glimpse of Dobie ninth graders’ summer workout routines.
Curious about what our ninth graders are up to this summer? Get ready for an exciting glimpse into their workout!
Video: CTE’s Career Exploration Summer Camp wraps up, campers leave inspired and equipped with skills to chase their dreams and seize the future.
The grand finale is here! Day 4 of our Career Exploration Summer Camp is almost wrapped up with even more hands-on learning, exciting challenges, and inspiring moments. Campers are leaving with new skills, confidence, and a clearer vision for their future careers. What a fantastic journey it’s been—here’s to bright futures and endless possibilities!
Video: Each day at CTE’s Career Exploration Summer Camp, campers jump into challenges that ignite their curiosity and shape their futures with essential skills.
Unlocking futures one day at a time! Our Career Exploration Summer Camp is sparking curiosity and building skills that last a lifetime. Here’s a glimpse of the amazing journey on Day 2!
Video: CTE’s Summer Career Exploration Camp is buzzing with excitement. Keep an eye out for upcoming pictures and videos showcasing the adventure.
Our Summer Career Exploration Camp is under way this week! Stay tuned as we’ll post more pictures and videos of all the fun happening in the sessions
Epic showdown between current PISD students and alumni in the aquatics meet. A splash-tastic celebration full of friendly rivalry.
Quick recap on such a fun event!!😄
Current students went head-to-head with alumni in epic aquatics meet! From tube races to T-shirt swaps and everything in between, this one was definitely one for the books!
Video: CTE teachers launched their inaugural summer training with fresh ideas, ready to transform classrooms and inspire students.
CTE teachers kicked off the very first CTE Summer Professional Development training, gaining valuable insights to bring into their classrooms. Thank you all for your dedication and hard work—wishing you a fantastic summer ahead! #PISDCTE #CTE #CTEforTheWin
PISD future educators on an inspiring journey, ready to transform classrooms with their dedication.
So proud of these amazing future educators from Pasadena ISD! Your dedication and hard work in completing the Education & Training Pathway is truly inspiring. Huge thanks to San Jacinto College Bachelor of Applied Science in Education, Early Childhood Education for welcoming and supporting these students as they take this exciting step toward their teaching careers starting Fall 2025. With guaranteed job interviews and such strong backing, the future looks incredibly bright for all of you. Can’t wait to see the amazing impact you all will make in classrooms and communities!
South Houston High, unleash your potential at Strength and Conditioning Camp.
Not sure what to do this summer? Go to Strength and Conditioning Camp! It is right around the corner! You must have a physical on file to participate. See you all there! ❤️🏋🏽♀️🖤
Join the Trojan Staff and discover your future. Be at the job fair on June 11th for new opportunities.
We are looking for a few more positions on our Trojan Staff! See you at the job fair! ❤️🖤
📢 Join us for the Districtwide Job Fair on June 11th! Explore exciting career opportunities across our schools and departments. Connect with us and take the first step towards a rewarding future with our district. Don’t miss out!
Get in on PISD’s Districtwide Job Fair June 11th for career prospects in the schools.
📢 Join us for the Districtwide Job Fair on June 11th! Explore exciting career opportunities across our schools and departments. Connect with us and take the first step towards a rewarding future with our district. Don’t miss out!
Rayburn runners get ready to kick off summer cross country on June 9th.
Summer Cross Country Starts June 9th!
We’re kicking off our summer cross country practice on June 9th, running Monday–Thursday from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM. All athletes should arrive 15–20 minutes early to stretch and warm up properly before we start.
Open to all 9th–12th grade boys and girls at SRHS – no experience necessary! Whether you’re a returning runner or brand new to cross country, this is a great way to build endurance, get stronger, and be part of a supportive team.
Spring sport athletes – this is a perfect way to stay in shape and get a jumpstart on your next season!
Important: All students must have an up-to-date physical on file in order to participate.
Come join us this summer, work hard, have fun, and be part of something great!
Cheers to Coach Mayberry for being named South Houston High’s Athletic Coordinator.
Congratulations Coach Mayberry!! 👏
Congratulations to Coach Lamont Mayberry who was named as SHHS’s Athletic Coordinator tonight! Pasadena Independent School District #TrojanNation
Congratulations to Melissa Garza, she’s on a roll in her new role as principal at Jackson Intermediate.
Congratulations Melissa Garza on being named the new principal at Jackson Intermediate. We look forward to witnessing your continued success in Pasadena ISD!
Cheers to Xavier Leal. Gardens Elementary’s new principal ready inspire leadership.
Congratulations to Xavier Leal on being named the new principal of Gardens Elementary! We’re excited to see your leadership shine in this new role!
PISD students: don’t miss out on the basketball and volleyball camps for grades 6-8.
Pasadena ISD Students! 🚨
Check out the City of Pasadena’s 6-8th Grade B-ball and V-ball Camps/Leagues…. Registration ends soon!
Cheers to Coach Lamont Mayberry for taking the helm as South Houston High’s Athletic Coordinator, ready to lead Trojan Nation.
Congratulations to Coach Lamont Mayberry who was named as SHHS’s Athletic Coordinator tonight!
Video: Mighty Eagle Productions captured the excitement of graduation, showcasing their talented students’ creativity and hard work in a memorable final cut.
Mighty Eagle Production captures Graduation!
Our very own Pasadena High Media class captured Thursday’s Walk to Graduation and Graduation check, with the help of a few talented student volunteers—and it was all brought to life by PHS Fredrick Rivera, who returned on Friday to edit the final cut.
We’re proud to showcase the creative work of our students and alumni—this is Eagle talent in action!
🎬 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/rbS_W-9HQzQ?si=bQZT7p_tFlrbFrWw
Leading up to the graduation walk and graduation, Eagle Media & Podcast attended the celebration! We are very proud of our 2025 Graduating Class!
Dobie is hiring top performers.
PISD bids farewell to an unforgettable school year in a photo dump.
As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, we reflect on the achievements, friendships, and unforgettable moments that made this year special. From academic successes to exciting events, our students and staff have shown resilience and dedication.
Here are our best memories, captured in photos—snapshots of learning, laughter, and growth. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. We can’t wait for another great year ahead! Click to view: https://ow.ly/swRo50VY6BT
Already, Class of 2026 secure your senior portrait session with CADY now to be in the yearbook.
Class of 2026, booking is now OPEN for the senior portrait session. You must be photographed by CADY to be in the yearbook. Get photos for graduation announcements, yearbook ads, and flawless photos to post on social media book now at cady.com/schedule #CADYsenior
Pasadena High’s Class of 2025 graduation photos.
Pasadena High School 2025 Graduation Photo Recap 📸: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Graduation-2025/Pasadena-High-School
Memorial High’s 2025 graduation photo recap of proud smiles and the excitement of new beginnings.
Pasadena Memorial High School 2025 Graduation Photo Recap 📸: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Graduation-2025/Pasadena-Memorial-High-School
South Houston High Class of 2025 captured in their graduation photos.
South Houston High School 2025 Graduation Photo Recap 📸: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Graduation-2025/South-Houston-High-School
Video: Memory lane with the Pasadena High’s Grad Class of 2025 recap.
Grad class 2025 recap video -> YouTube link:
Rayburn’s class of 2025 graduation day photo dump.
Sam Rayburn High School 2025 Graduation Photo Recap 📸: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Graduation-2025/RayburnGrad25
Congratulations to the amazing CTE graduates. Your hard work has led you to this milestone.
Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all of our CTE students graduating this week! Your hard work, dedication, and passion have brought you to this incredible milestone. As you step forward into new adventures, remember the skills and lessons you’ve gained will guide you to amazing futures. We’re so proud of each of you—here’s to your bright journeys ahead! 🎓✨
Pasadena High faculty edged out the seniors 25-23 in a volleyball match filled with fierce competition.
Pasadena Faculty vs Seniors Volleyball 5.20.25.
Faculty wins this one 25-23.
Click on the link below to see more photos.
https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Pasadena-Faculty-vs-Seniors-Volleyball-52025
South Houston High’s Class of 2025 strolled through their old schools, nostalgia filled the air with laughter, hugs, and dreams for the future.
🎓✨ Senior Walk 2025 ✨🎓
Our graduating seniors took a walk down memory lane — literally! They visited their former elementary schools, high-fiving future grads, hugging old teachers, and soaking in all the memories.
From tiny desks to big dreams, they’ve come full circle.
Here’s to the past that shaped them and the future that awaits!
Enter with Honor – Exit with Pride Go Trojans! ❤️🎓🖤
#SeniorWalk #ClassOf2025 #TrojanNation
2025 Senior Walk combined from all eight Elementry Schools
The sun sets on Sam Rayburn’s Class of 2025, laughter filled the air, unforgettable moments with cherished friends.
Sam Rayburn Senior Sunset of 2025.
Here’s to making lasting memories, with life long friends.
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That’s a rap. Rayburn seniors strutted their stuff, celebrating milestones and memories while leaving behind a legacy.
Sam Rayburn Senior Walk Day – 5.20.25.
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If you can’t make it to NRG for PISD graduations. No worries. You can tune in live now.
If you can’t make it to NRG you can still watch graduation here! Stream will start at 4pm.
Join Pasadena ISD and the class of 2025 live from NRG Stadium.
Video: CTE students helping craft the huge strawberry cake at the Strawberry Festival.
Pasadena Independent School District CTE students proudly helped build the giant strawberry cake at the annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival! 🍓 This four-day event, held every May, celebrates Pasadena’s roots as the “Strawberry Capital of the South” and draws over 50,000 visitors to the 106-acre fairgrounds. From the world’s largest strawberry shortcake to live music, BBQ cookoffs, and family fun, it’s a beloved local tradition that connects our community’s past and present.
PISD recognizes our remarkable educators whose dedication to excellence earns them prestigious designations through the Teacher Incentive Allotment program.
Pasadena ISD is proud to celebrate our amazing educators who have earned designations through the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). This is a state program that rewards teachers for excellence in the classroom and student growth. These teachers are making a difference every day, and we are so grateful for their dedication! 💙👏 https://ow.ly/CJBj50VVhvT
The Lady Eagles 2025 Powder Puff game images.
Lady Eagles Powder Puff – 2025.
Great game ladies.
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Attention Class of 2025 supporters: Get ready for a memorable graduation day tomorrow and check the important details.
Supporters of the class of 2025, please see below for a few more graduation day details.
If you need transportation to NRG please call the school at 409-740-0330 to reserve spots.
– All NRG rules must be followed.
– With us not having non-graduation side, student processional will look different (this is due to construction happening at NRG to prepare for the World Cup)
– Flowers/Balloons are not allowed in the stadium.
– Backpacks and large bags that exceed 11”X17” are NOT allowed. All bags are subject to inspection before entry. Necessary diaper and medical bags are allowed, but will be checked by NRG staff.
– Parking at NRG will be in the Blue Lot.
– Parking is $25 and only credit/debit cards are allowed. No cash.
NRG handicap parking and wheelchair assistance – For entry, the best gate to enter is Gate 9 which is off Kirby and Westridge. Handicap parking is in Blue Lot 18 but parents/guests will need a handicap hangtag/license plate or our parking staff will not allow them to park in that lot. NRG does have a wheelchair service that will pick guests up at the front gate (Phillips 66) and take them inside to a seat. They will also pick them back up after the event is over and take the guests to the exit gate (Ford). NOTE: NRG cannot take any guests out into the parking lots or to their vehicles for liability reasons. They can only pick up/drop off from inside the stadium gates. There is not a phone number for accessibility questions, but if they need help have them ask one of the event staff and they will be able to pass along the message to a supervisor. Parking is subject to change per NRG.
-Concession stands will not be open.
South Houston High’s ESL students road tripped for an end of school adventure uncovering Texas wildlife and making friends along the way.
🌿 End of School Year Adventure!
Our ESL students had an unforgettable learning experience at Brazos Bend State Park!
They explored the great outdoors, discovered Texas wildlife up close, and created lasting memories with classmates and teachers. 🐊📚
Here’s to celebrating growth, friendship, and a love of learning beyond the classroom!❤️🌳🖤
This past Friday, the Melillo Mustangs unleashed a celebration at their carnival, proudly honoring their School That Inspires award from Good Reason Houston.
This past Friday, the Melillo Mustangs celebrated loud and proud at their carnival after receiving the prestigious School That Inspires award from Good Reason Houston!
A huge congratulations to Dr. Dixie Melillo Middle School on this incredible honor! Community members, staff, and students all came together to celebrate this achievement. 🎊
Read more about this amazing award here: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/52592220
CTHS students, this summer, challenge yourself to read five books from the Knights’ Library Choice Board and earn awesome prizes when school starts.
The Knights’ Library is challenging #theCTHS students, including incoming freshmen through the Class of 2026, to read during the summer break!
Choose any 5 squares from the Choice Board (they do not have to be in a line) and read books based on those prompts to earn prizes when we return in August for the 2025-2026 school year!
The Choice Board and the form to complete for your summer reading can be found at bit.ly/cthssummer25. If you don’t have access to a printer, keep track of what you read this summer and pick up a form in the library when you come back in August.
Email Mrs. Brabston ([email protected]) if you have any questions.
Three cheers to Dobie’s shining stars, Valedictorian Kaylie and Salutatorian Cindy.
Video: Dobie’s best prom of Prom 2025.
Pasadena High celebrated Keesha Bruce and Amanda Lopas for their dedication and inspiring spirit winning Teacher of the Year and New Teacher of the Year.
What an incredible evening honoring the heart of Pasadena ISD!
Yesterday, we had the privilege of celebrating at the District Teacher of the Year Banquet, where our very own Keesha Bruce and Amanda Lopas were recognized among the best in Pasadena ISD!
There was a runway celebration, heartfelt photos, special giveaways, and a banquet filled with joy, all in honor of these dedicated educators who lead with heart, passion, and purpose.
Teacher of the Year: Keesha Bruce
New Teacher of the Year: Amanda Lopas
These phenomenal women live out the Mighty Eagle Way through their courage, responsibility, and respect for their students and our school community. They represent Pasadena High School with pride and we couldn’t be more proud.
Eager first graders from Sparks Elementary explored the future of college life at Rayburn.
Earlier this week, first grade students from Sparks Elementary visited the Early College program at Sam Rayburn High School! The young learners explored future opportunities and got a glimpse of what’s possible with hard work and determination. 🎓💙
PISD hosted a celebration for its 2025 Teachers of the Year, honoring educators whose dedication transforms classrooms into inspiring learning environments. The winners are.
Pasadena ISD proudly celebrated its 2025 Teachers of the Year at our annual event, honoring incredible educators who go above and beyond for their students. 🎉
Congratulations to all campus honorees and this year’s overall winners for their passion, innovation, and impact in the classroom.
2025 Pasadena ISD Overall Teachers of the Year:
⭐New Elementary Teacher of the Year: Alfredia Smith, Red Bluff Elementary
⭐New Middle School Teacher of the Year: Alexa Castro, Lomax Middle School
⭐New Intermediate Teacher of the Year: Karen Pulido, San Jacinto Intermediate
⭐New High School Teacher of the Year: Obed Gauna, South Houston High School
⭐Elementary Teacher of the Year: Orlando Santamaria, Morris Middle School
⭐Secondary Teacher of the Year: Daniela Amaya, V.W. Miller Intermediate School
View the full list of winners here: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/52451170
Video: Hats off to South Houston High’s Mr. Obed Gauna for earning the title of PISD Secondary New Teacher of the Year.
Congratulations to Mr. Obed Gauna for being named this year’s PISD Secondary New Teacher of the Year!
Shoutout to CET’s fabulous business partners whose collaboration breathes life into CTE programs empowering students
We are truly grateful to all our incredible business partners who make our CTE programs thrive! Collaboration between industry and education is the lifeblood of Career and Technical Education, helping us equip students with real-world skills that prepare them for success.
A special thank you to Turner Industries and Carla Thompson for their outstanding support and partnership — your commitment truly empowers our students and strengthens our community.
More of PISD culinary teams dazzling in Waco, captured by the Eagle Media squad, culminating in Fredrick’s vibrant video glimpse.
In March, three PISD culinary teams headed to Waco to showcase their cooking skills at the Texas ProStart Invitational! The Pasadena High School Eagles Eagle Media team followed along to capture every moment. Last up, we present Fredrick Rivera’s short video highlighting Sam Rayburn HS’s journey. Stay tuned!
PISD Police Department’s Peace Officer Memorial Day, remembering fearless officers highlighting their unwavering dedication to community safety and service.
On Peace Officer Memorial Day, the Pasadena ISD Police Department paid tribute to those we have lost and celebrated the dedicated officers who serve with unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe.
Today was filled with heartfelt gratitude, smiles, and appreciation for the brave individuals who protect and serve our district every day. Thank you, officers!👏
Cheers to the brilliant CTHS seniors for conquering their Level 1 CVA certification and taking their first steps into the veterinary world.
Congratulations to #theCTHS seniors who passed and earned their Level 1 CVA certification.
Congratulations to Liliana Garcia for being named the 2025 Officer of the Year. From PISD grad to PISD PD dedication and an inspiring journey.
PASADENA, Texas — Pasadena Independent School District Police Department is proud to announce Liliana Garcia as the 2025 Officer of the Year. A Pasadena ISD graduate and now a dedicated officer within the district, Garcia’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and a deep-rooted commitment to the community that raised her.💙
To read the full story click here as we honor Officer Garcia and take a minute to check out a few photos from her special day! https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/52363663
Video: Back in March PISD culinary teams went to Waco for the Texas ProStart Invitational. Eagle Media captured every delicious moment.
In March, three PISD culinary teams headed to Waco to showcase their cooking skills at the Texas ProStart Invitational! The Pasadena High School Eagles Eagle Media team followed along to capture every moment. We’ll be sharing clips for each team — and now we present Starlette Castillo’s short video highlighting the PHS team’s journey. Stay tuned!
Park View Intermediate celebrated a remarkable legacy by dedicating Hasson Hallway in honor of Dr. Robert Hasson, impacting generations for 23 years.
Park View Intermediate honored the legacy of Dr. Robert Hasson with the dedication of “Hasson Hallway.” Dr. Hasson served the campus and community for 23 years, leaving a lasting impact on countless students and educators. 💚
Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/uv2H50VTgCs
Video: In March, three PISD culinary teams showcased their skills in Waco while the Eagle Media team documented the excitement every step of the way.
In March, three PISD culinary teams headed to Waco to showcase their cooking skills at the Texas ProStart Invitational! The Pasadena High School Eagles Eagle Media team followed along to capture every moment. We’ll be sharing clips for each team — starting with Landon Martinez’s short video highlighting CTHS’s journey. Stay tuned!
Pasadena High’s Class of 2026 is flying high with over $4.5 million in scholarships and 30 students land full rides.
Class of 2026 $4,592,000 Dollars!
We’re proud to announce that Pasadena High School has partnered with Lamar University to launch a pilot Junior Early Admit Program.
180 PHS juniors are set to receive a minimum of $4.59 million in total scholarship awards!
Even more exciting—30 students have qualified for consideration for Lamar’s prestigious full-ride Presidential Scholarship.
This partnership represents real opportunity, real access, and real futures being built right here at PHS.
Congrats to all our juniors—Go Blue, Go Mighty Eagles!
South Houston High’s Gabriela, Jannettes Colonel, officially joined the Blinn College Dance Team on a full scholarship. Congratulations!
Today, Gabriela Aranda our Jannettes Colonel, officially signed to join the Blinn College Dance Team on a full scholarship! Her hard work, dedication, and passion for dance had opened this amazing door, and we couldn’t be more excited for her next chapter.
Keep shining, Gabriela — the best is yet to come!
Blinn College is lucky to have you! ❤️🖤
Video: Ninety exceptional students presented a business panel with their CTE presentations, showcasing their hard work and paving the way for future success.
We are incredibly proud of the 90 students across the district who successfully completed the final requirement of presenting their CTE experience to a business panel and earned honors credit for their outstanding work in Career and Technical Education courses! These students demonstrated excellence by completing a rigorous sequence of CTE courses, maintaining high academic standards, and presenting their real-world experiences to a panel of industry professionals.
Thank you to all of our amazing business partners who took the time to attend, listen, and provide valuable feedback to our student presenters. Your support and insights are instrumental in preparing our students for future success!
Each May, bright minds from PISD Advanced Academics come together to showcase gifted projects that spark creativity across campuses.
Every May, Pasadena ISD Advanced Academics presents a districtwide Gifted and Talented Showcase, highlighting the exceptional talents of its students. This event involves collaboration among elementary, middle school, and intermediate campus G/T teachers, who guide their gifted students in developing research skills that culminate in a final project. Each campus selects its six best projects to be showcased at Pasadena Memorial High School.
📸 Check out photos from the showcase here: https://pasadenaisdphoto.smugmug.com/2024-2025-School-Year/Events/GT-Showcase-514
The CTHS junior criminal justice students assessed, triaged, and grouped scenarios during their hands-on teen cert certification training.
The CTHS Junior level criminal justice students completed their practical application of their teen cert certification. They were able to assess the situation, triage patients, and place them in the right grouping.
Future Trojans began their journey at South Houston High, ready to play ball and begin their athletic futures.
Today, our Future Trojans signed their intent to play athletics at South Houston High School — and we welcomed them with cheers, pride, and a tunnel run to remember!
The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see them represent SOHO with heart and hustle.
Welcome to the Trojan Family class of 2029! ❤️🖤
Time flew, yesterday kindergarten, today ready to toss their caps as Rayburn graduates. Congraduation schedule inside.
It feels like just yesterday that you were sending your little ones off to kindergarten! Now, in just one week, the Class of 2025 will be walking across the stage to receive their high school diplomas! 🎓✨ Are you excited to celebrate this milestone? Don’t forget to read this important graduation day information to ensure you’re all set for the big day! 🎉👩🎓👨🎓
A huge shoutout to Chante Gordon, whose teaching magic is making waves, inspiring young minds, and scoring big for Turner Elementary.
Huge congratulations to one of our own! ConocoPhillips and the Houston Astros have teamed up to honor Turner Elementary’s third-grade math teacher, Chante Gordon, as one of Houston’s Math Teachers of the Month. Her influence in the classroom is truly hitting home runs in education!🙌
Let’s Go Turner Texans!!👏
South Houston High’s ESOL students wowed everyone with dynamic presentations on iconic figures, proving that their English skills shine in history and culture.
South Houston HS ESOL students recently showcased their English language skills by presenting on influential figures who have shaped American history and culture.👏
https://ow.ly/E51S50VS4kA
Pasadena High honored four remarkable educators whose passion will forever echo through the halls.
Today we celebrated four incredible educators whose legacy will live on in the halls of Pasadena High School. Congratulations to Gerald Cole, Martha Salinas, Michael Allen, and Cecilia Castro on your retirement! Thank you for the years of dedication, passion, and love you’ve given to our students and staff.
Once an Eagle, always an Eagle!
Eagle Pride Never Dies!
Get ready to groove with the Pasadena High School Eagles bringing the 80s back to life with tunes and stories. Only two shows left to catch.
Come check out the totally rad presentation of “Back to the 80s” performed by the Pasadena High School Eagles Fine Arts Department! The students do an amazing job bringing back popular tunes from the era and a cool story to go along with it! This week: Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 7pm!
Bravo to the talented cast and crew of Dobie High’s production of Almost, Maine for delivering a fantastic performance.
Pictures from J. Frank Dobie High School Theatre’s production of “Almost, Maine”. Congrats to the cast, crew, and directors for an amazing performance!
Congratulations to South Houston High readers for achieving an impressive milestone.
Students from Pasadena High’s English and Social Studies took a break from their studies for an Astros Game.
English and Social Studies students enjoy a night out at the park! Their incentive for preparing hard for STAAR!!
Students in grades three to five rocked it at the Math Fact Fluency Bee, showcasing their math skills against competition from PISD schools.
Students from 3rd through 5th grade showcased their incredible math skills at the District Math Fact Fluency Bee after triumphing in their campus-level math bees. With 9 middle schools and 17 elementary schools participating, the competition was fierce and exciting!
The purpose of the Math Bee is to encourage students to practice and automatically know their math facts, fostering a strong foundation in mathematics. Teachers, parents, and administrators gathered to cheer on and celebrate with the students. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and a bit of nervousness as students gave it their all. Congratulations to all the amazing students for their hard work and dedication!🌟
On Dobie Signing Day, athletes celebrated their dreams, committing to universities in a spirited atmosphere.
🤘🏼DOBIE SIGNING DAY 🤘🏼
James Spivey/Football-Nelson University
Bryce Evans/Football-Ouachita Baptist
Melanie Robles/Soccer-Centenary College
Jose Mejia/Soccer-Southwestern College
Carlos Salazar/Cross Country-Texas A&M International
Jesus De La Torre/Soccer- Nelson University
For the 19th year in a row, PISD is a champion of music education, thanks to dedicated educators and passionate students.
Pasadena ISD has been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation for the 19th consecutive year. This prestigious designation highlights our district’s long-standing dedication to providing high-quality music education to all students.
This is a reflection of the incredible work by our music educators, the support of our administrators and families, and the passion of our students who bring music to life in our schools every day.🎶🌟
Nickolas Rex secured an impressive third place at the National BPA event, showcasing his spreadsheet prowess.
Congratulations to PHS Eagles’ own Nickolas Rex! He placed 3rd out of 70 students in Fundamental Spreadsheet at the National BPA contest! A huge shoutout to his advisor, Mrs. Jones, for her support in preparing him for this monumental success.
Dust off your leg warmers and neon spandex for an electrifying night of ’80s nostalgia with the Pasadena Highs’ spectacular performance starting tomorrow.
Break out your leg warmers, neon colors, and big hair – it’s time to rewind to the raddest decade ever! Join the Pasadena High School Eagles Fine Arts Department for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and high school drama as their talented students take you on a nostalgic journey through the 1980s in “Back to the 80s”!
Hats off to the CTHS Welding program for clinching first place in both structural and pipe welding at the Houston Livestock Rodeo competition.
Congratulations to #theCTHS Welding program! We took 1st place in structural welding and pipe welding at the Houston Live Stock Rodeo competition!
The South Houston High ESOL students presented their English language learnt with iconic Americans via a lively wax museum.
Famous Americans: A Living Wax Museum Experience – SHHS ESOL students showcased their English language skills today while presenting on key figures who have significantly impacted American history and culture. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success.
This Wednesday, come together online with the parents of Rayburn to learn how to better support your child’s mental health in both English and Spanish.
Parents, join us virtually this Wednesday for a session on supporting your child’s mental health!
Spanish session – www.tinyurl.com/bdd4r7pc
English session – www.tinyurl.com/5y3d32x6
Pasadena High’s Nickolas has hit new heights, clinching 3rd place at BPA Nationals.
National Spotlight: Nickolas Rex Places 3rd at BPA Nationals! 🦅
PECHS student Nickolas Rex has made Pasadena High School and Pasadena ISD proud by winning 3rd place at the BPA National Leadership Competition!
From state to nationals, Nickolas showed incredible skill, leadership, and determination. A huge congratulations to him, his family, and his amazing teacher Ms. Jones for this outstanding achievement!
PHS is flying high—this is Eagle Excellence on a national level!
Dobie’s campus security team tirelessly patrols ensuring safety from traffic to hallways.
Our campus security team works hard each day to keep our campus safe. We appreciate you! From traffic and oarkimg to hallway duty, these guys are the best!
A huge cheer for the talented Pasadena ISD welders who knocked it out of the park at the Houston Livestock Show, bringing home big wins and showcasing their incredible skills.
HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to our incredible @pasadenaisdtx welders! They showcased their skills at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Industrial Craft Competition today and brought home some amazing honors! Their hard work and dedication never cease to impress us! #PISDCTE #CTE #CTEforTheWin #welding #workready
🌟 Grand Champion Pipe: Giovanni Valdez – CTHS
🥈 Reserve Grand Champion Pipe: Brandon Vazquez – PMHS
🌟 Grand Champion: Luis Mercado Structural – CTHS
Officer Monte and Officer Trevino’s unwavering dedication makes Dobie campus a safer place for everyone every single day.
Thank you to Officer Monte and Officer Trevino, who go above and beyond every day to keep our campus safe. You’re the best!
Video: Cheers to Diego and Diana, South Houston High’s Prom King and Queen of 2025.
Congratulations to the 2025 SHHS Prom King and Queen Diego Santillan and Diana Gonzalez Mendoza! Pasadena Independent School District #TrojanPride
Pasadena High celebrating their CANVASsadors, four pioneering teachers who are transforming learning through innovative technology.
Celebrating Our CANVASsadors!
This year, four proud PHS teachers joined the district wide CANVASsador Program, a initiative launched by Innovation and Development to empower educators as instructional leaders through the Canvas LMS.
At PHS, we’re proud to highlight four teacher trailblazers who have embraced this opportunity not just to grow, but to lead. These educators have taken a bold step to enhance their instructional practices, master tools like Canvas Studio and Canvas Quizzes, and model what it means to use technology with a purpose.
They understand what we believe at Pasadena High:
Technology should never replace a teacher… it should multiply a teacher’s impact.
Canvas is not a shortcut, it’s a tool to engage students, support learning, and amplify what great teachers do best.
These CANVASsadors are innovators!
ASouth Houston High’s Choir rocked the audience, transforming the stage into a celebration during their annual Pop Show.
Congratulations to CTE’s outstanding PISD welding students who showcased their skills at the Texas High School Welding Series.
We are incredibly proud of all our PISD welding students who competed at the Texas High School Welding Series state contest this week! This post perfectly captures the essence of the competition. Congratulations to Axel Juarez from PMHS Welding for his impressive second place finish and to Brandon Bean from Huntsville Independent School District for taking the top spot! Your sportsmanship and camaraderie truly exemplify the values of CTE. Keep inspiring us all!
Memorial High athletes are flying high on Signing Day, with ten talented stars ready to tackle college sports and academics.
Huge congratulations to all the Pasadena Memorial student athletes who signed to their future colleges yesterday! We are proud to announce that 10 athletes from various sports have committed to continuing their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level.👏
The Senior Awards night at Dobie had unforgettable moments as proud students celebrate their achievements and embark on new adventures.
Eagle Nation proudly celebrated Eagle Plus Parent graduates, showcasing their dedication to nurturing a strong family and supporting their children’s educational journeys.
Eagle Nation Celebrates Our Eagle Plus Parent Graduates!
Today we proudly honored the third graduating class of our Eagle Plus School for Parents, a powerful program designed to strengthen family connections, boost communication between home and school, and equip parents with tools to support their children’s academic journey.
This impactful celebration featured insightful presentations from Mrs. Joana Acosta and Mrs. Priscilla Gutierrez, and guest/partners Mrs. Oraleyda Rivas (PISD McKinney Vento Program) and Mrs. Jessica Gonzalez (Memorial Hermann Health Centers for Schools), who provided valuable guidance and resources.
Special thanks to Mr. Prado and, Ms Retta for starting this amazing program years ago.
And most importantly—THANK YOU to our amazing parents who committed their time and energy to grow alongside their children. Your graduation today reflects your dedication, love, and belief in the power of education.
We are proud of you all—Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!
Kicker Cardenas embodies success, showcasing how a solid education can launch a student into a thriving business and inspiring future leaders.
✨Pasadena ISD Alumni Spotlight✨
Meet Kicker Cardenas! From student to successful business owner of Kicker Insures Me Agency, Kicker’s journey is a true testament to the power of a strong educational foundation. She continues to give back by mentoring the next generation of leaders, and we’re proud to celebrate her impact in our community! Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/RbWB50VOQo0
A big hookup for Pasadena ISD CTE electrical students from ISC Constructors LLC signing them up for apprenticeships.
A big thank you to ISC Constructors LLC for sponsoring and helping our electrical students receive their Electrical Apprenticeship License and treating them to some nice swag!
Mr. McNeill and the Dobie Steel Band rocked the San Jacinto College festival alongside the incredible guest artist Tyler Swick.
Mr. McNeill with Dobie HS Steel Band and guest artist Tyler Swick at the San Jacinto College steel band festival Apr. 30!
What a night it was as the Mighty Trojan Band entertained with cinematic melodies, leaving a packed audience thrilled and proud.
What a night! The Mighty Trojan Band closed out the year with an unforgettable final concert, and we couldn’t be prouder. Their theme, “Sounds of the Cinema,” brought the magic of the movies to life through every note they played—from epic scores to iconic themes.
Huge thanks to everyone who came out to support them—we had a PACKED house! Here’s to a fantastic season of music, memories, and Trojan pride!❤️🎼🖤
Pasadena High honored teachers with Raising Cane’s.
Teacher Appreciation Week – Day 2: Raising the Bar with Cane’s!
Today we treated our amazing Pasadena High teachers to some crispy goodness from Raising Cane’s, along with chips and drinks—because nothing says “we appreciate you” like great food and even better company!
Shoutout to Cane’s for the generous donation and to our staff for always bringing the flavor to Eagle Nation!
Theme of the week: Beaching, Not Teaching!
Schools across the district transformed into vibrant celebrations of Cinco de Mayo, showcasing colorful decorations, traditional outfits, and Mexican cuisine.
Schools across the district celebrated Cinco de Mayo, yesterday with festive decor, outfits, and food honoring Mexican culture and heritage! 🎉
The SHHS Trojan crew celebrated their dedicated teachers with tacos, coffee, and gratitude.
All Aboard the SHHS Trojan!
This morning, we set sail with a Taco Breakfast Buffet to celebrate our incredible crew—our teachers!
With every taco filled and every coffee poured, we honored the captains, navigators, and anchors of our school. Your dedication steers us through every storm and guides our students toward bright horizons.
Thank you for being the heart of this voyage. We couldn’t cruise through the year without you! ❤️⚓️🖤
Video: Pasadena ISD’s Comm Connection for April, from Dr. DeeAnn Powell’s retirement bash to the vibrant Big Art Day.
Check out Pasadena ISD Communication Department’s Comm Connection! This month take a look at Dr. DeeAnn Powell’s retirement celebration, Pasadena ISD Fine Arts’s Big Art Day, Pasadena ISD Early College High School’s Senior Night, Kruse Elementary Pasadena ISD’s Spark Park, and more!
The incredible Marshall Kendrick Middle School band, led by Mr. Quiroz and Ms. Vidal, captivated the audience with their spectacular performance.
The Marshall Kendrick Middle School band, under the direction of Mr. Quiroz and Ms. Vidal, performed for a packed house tonight and sounded amazing!
Dobie High’s swimming and diving team celebrated a fantastic season at their annual banquet, honoring their remarkable achievements.
The J. Frank Dobie High School swimming and diving team held their 2nd annual End of Season Banquet this at the Deer Park Battleground Golf Course. The following student-athletes were honored with special awards as a result of their success this season:
(left to right)
Most Valuable Swimmer/Diver: Zoey Vuong
Coach’s Award: Joel Chapa
Sportsmanship Award: Khristian Zamora
Most Improved Swimmer/Diver: Jossiah DePaul
Rookie of the Year: Alexander Griffin
Congratulations to all the swimmers and divers for an excellent 2024-2025 season.
Melillo Middle School is all smiles celebrating inspiring students through innovation, excellence, and checks from Houston Schools That Inspire..
Congratulations to Dr. Dixie Melillo MS for being recognized as one of Houston’s Schools that Inspire! Their commitment to excellence in education, innovative teaching methods, and fostering a supportive learning environment truly sets them apart. 🌟
Thank you, Good Reason Houston, for such an amazing surprise for the Melillo Mustangs and a few of their incredible teachers!👏
Stay tuned to hear all about this remarkable award from the Mustangs and the Pasadena ISD community!
South Houston High’s Basketball Banquet celebrated students’ hard work and achievements in an unforgettable season filled with teamwork.
Basketball Banquet-Celebrating an Incredible Season!
We wrapped up the season in style at our annual Basketball Banquet, where we honored the hard work, talent, and leadership of our student-athletes across all levels of the program. Congratulations to this year’s award recipients!
Sub-Varsity Awards
Freshman B Team
• Trojan Award – Adam Aguirre
• Offensive MVP – Damian Rosales
• Defensive MVP – Ryland Anderson
• MVP – Rodrick Anderson
Freshman A Team
• Trojan Award – Juan Lopez
• Offensive MVP – Darius Muhammad
• Defensive MVP – Ja’Korey Jones
• MVP – Jacolby Mayberry
Junior Varsity – Gray Team
• Trojan Award – Ethen Micheaux (Jr.)
• Offensive MVP – Andrew Alexandre (So.)
• Defensive MVP – Naetochukwu Armstrong-Ekezie (Jr.)
• MVP – Jayden Torres (Fr.)
Junior Varsity – Red Team
• Trojan Award – Nicholas Nguyen (Fr.)
• Offensive MVP – Camden Bailey (Jr.)
• Defensive MVP – Jayden Victoria (Jr.)
• MVP – Arturo Carrillo Jr. (Fr.)
Varsity Awards
• Trojan Award – Robert McKinney (Sr.)
• Offensive MVP – James Henry II (Fr.)
• Defensive MVP – Xavier Muhammad (So.)
• MVP – Jordan Buckner (Sr.)
District 22-6A Honors
• Offensive MVP & 1st Team All-District – Jordan Buckner (Sr.)
• Newcomer of the Year & 1st Team All-District – James Henry II (Fr.)
• 1st Team All-District – Xavier Muhammad (So.)
• Honorable Mention – Rafael Henriquez-Garay (Sr.)
State Recognition | Texas Association of Basketball Coaches
• Assistant Coach of the Year Finalist – Coach Jermaine Philps
• All-Region Team & Academic All-State – Jordan Buckner
We are incredibly proud of the commitment and achievements of every athlete and coach. The future of Trojan Basketball is bright!
Two talented Pasadena ISD students are vying for the Houston rodeo poster crown, and they need your vote to secure victory.
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Two incredible Pasadena ISD students are in the running for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Poster Contest, and they need YOUR support to win!
Voting is open now — just click the link below to cast your vote: https://ow.ly/MsU550VKC6w
🚨Use your mobile data or hotspot when voting on campus to ensure your vote counts! Or scan the QR code, and let’s support our students!
Dobie celebrating their incredible teachers who inspire, challenge, and support with unwavering dedication.
Video: Dedicated CTE students at Dobie are wrapping up the year by earning certifications and their stoles.
Our CTE students at Dobie are finishing the year strong by earning their certifications and stoles! Join us in celebrating their hard work and achievements!
Teacher Appreciation Week at South Houston High kicked off with a vibrant Cinco de Mayo.
Teacher Appreciation Week is off to an amazing start at SHHS!
Our incredible staff boarded the SHHS Trojan for a festive stop in Mexico to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Today’s celebration included a nacho bar fiesta and a chance to win gift cards with our fun “Dress the Trojan” game!
We’re so lucky to have such dedicated, passionate, and fun educators—thank you for everything you do!
Stay tuned as the Teacher Appreciation Week adventure continues!
Video: Congrats to Sofia and Myka for showcasing their brilliant ideas at the Borlaug Youth in Agriculture Program.
Shoutout to our amazing FFA students, Sofia Careaga from J. Frank Dobie High School and Myka Mikolajchak from Pasadena High School Eagles! They represented us at the Norman Borlaug Youth in Agriculture Program, where they presented their innovative ideas at the Capstone Presentations and Educational Grant Ceremony in College Station. We are so proud of their hard work and dedication to advancing agriculture! Keep shining, Myka and Sofia. #PISDCTE #CTE #CTEforTheWin #FFA
Last week, PISD celebrated budding authors from Hancock, Jensen, and McMasters Elementary Schools with a night of creativity and community.
Last week, we proudly honored our talented elementary writers at the district’s second annual Reading, Writing, and Collaborative Publishing Party Event!!!
📚Our talented 4th graders from Hancock, Jensen, & McMasters Elementary Schools have created special books about culture, traditions, family, and much more. Thanks to our dedicated staff and Chick-Fil-A for their support it was an event for the books. Click the link below to see more photos from our published student authors!!👏 https://ow.ly/8bYC50VMVeq
Congratulations to Sheryl Munn for earning the Milton Pullen Choral Excellence Award, celebrating her remarkable impact as a music teacher at Moore Elementary.
Congratulations to Sheryl Munn, music teacher at Moore Elementary, for receiving the Milton Pullen Choral Excellence Award for being an outstanding music teacher!! ⭐️
PISD’s 2nd Annual Pasadena Lineman Challenge brought competition, showcasing teamwork thanks to an amazing coaching staff and enthusiastic participants.
2nd Annual Pasadena Lineman Challenge in the books. These guys competed and had a blast! Thanks to Coach C for putting this together again!! Thanks to all the PHS football staff: Coach J. Hersh, Coach R.Hersh, Coach Wortman, Coach Franklin, Coach Ferguson, Coach Conerly, Coach Cazares. Female Coaches: Coach Garcia and Coach Garviey as well as Coach C wife Jen!! Also Pasadena Admin, Mr.Parker!! Without y’all’s help we couldn’t hold this event.
Can’t wait for next year! We are looking for sponsors for the event. If interested please let us know!
Pasadena High School Eagles
Jackson Intermediate School
Queens Intermediate School
San Jacinto Tigers
Dobie baseball charged through Round 1 of the playoffs, defeating Ridge Point in just two electrifying games.
Check out CTHS’s Senior Celebration Day making memories and marking the end of a remarkable journey together.
The Dobie chess team clinched first place overall, led by Hussai Arias, with strong finishes from Ullman and Alvarez.
Dobie chess team won 1st place overall.
Hussai Arias took first place, Andrew Ullman secured second place, and Daniel Alvarez finished in fourth place while representing 9th grade!
The Linemen Challenge at Pasadena High showcased the Trojan’s hard work promising exciting victories in the coming season.
Way to represent at the Linemen Challenge this morning hosted by Pasadena High School!
Our boys came out and worked hard—we’re proud of their effort and determination. Big things ahead next season!
Go Trojans! ❤️🏈🖤
Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with incredible music from renowned composers at South Houston High’s Sounds of the Cinema Spectacular tomorrow May 6th.
See everyone there!! ❤️🎶🖤
Come join the band on Tuesday, May 6th for our final concert of 2025! We will be performing music by Michael Giacchino, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Richard Strauss, Pharrell Williams, Journey, Santana and more at our Sounds of the Cinema Spectacular! Don’t miss this great event!
Video: Sixty-seven Dobie students rallied together transforming the South Belt area into a cleaner, greener community.
Last weekend, PISD proudly celebrated its top graduates, shining a spotlight on academic excellence and the educators who inspired their journeys.
Last night, Pasadena ISD hosted its annual Shining Stars reception celebrating the top ten students from each high school’s graduating class. Additionally, each student invited a distinguished educator who had a profound impact on their education. 🌟
Rayburn’s Culinary Club at the Cook Around the World Competition, showcasing their skills and cooking Asian dishes in a race against time.
Our Culinary Club had an incredible experience this past weekend at the Cook Around the World Competition at Walt Disney World! Each team was randomly assigned a region—we got Asia—and given a mystery box with 4 ingredients. With just 90 minutes on the clock, our students had to research, prep, and cook both an appetizer and an entrée.
They worked incredibly hard, showed amazing teamwork, and we couldn’t be prouder of their performance!
Here are our results out of 28 teams in our session (67 total teams):
• Appetizer: 17th place
• Entrée: 7th place!!
• Overall: 12th place!!!
Way to go, team!!
Rayburn celebrated their Hall of Honor induction, highlighting the incredible achievements of three Texans shaping lives for decades.
Yesterday was a special day at Sam Rayburn High School. We inducted three very worthy Texans into our Hall of Honor and celebrated them on campus with a beautiful ceremony and reveal of their plaques.
The 2025 inductees are:
Theo “Ted” Grant – Faculty 1973-1993
Tresa Roebuck Spencer – Class of 1990
David “Doc” Krebs – Class of 1991
If you are lucky enough to have had any of these people influence your life, you know how special their accomplishments are. If you’d like to learn more about them, see the link below.
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Eager future Trojans exploring campus life at an Open House for the Class of 2029.
A Full House for the Future!
Our Early College Program was thrilled to host an Open House for the Class of 2029 — and it was a packed event! Future ECHS Trojans got a first look at campus life, learned about academic and student expectations, and started imagining their high school journey with us.
We can’t wait to welcome you all next year! ❤️🖤
Pasadena High sparkled with honor as PISD celebrated its brightest students and their inspiring mentors, showcasing talent, dedication, and community spirit.
A Night to Shine!
Tonight, we proudly celebrated our Shining Stars, an evening dedicated to honoring the top 10 students from each Pasadena ISD school and the mentors they selected who helped guide their journey.
This elegant event highlighted the academic excellence, dedication, and heart of our Mighty Eagles. These students represent the very best of PHS, and their mentors reflect the power of connection, support, and belief in our youth.
A special shoutout to our amazing Floral Design class at Pasadena High School for crafting the beautiful centerpieces that added an extra touch of elegance to the evening!
At the Shining Stars Gala, PISD honored the remarkable South Houston High Class of 2025 students whose achievements shine as bright as their futures.
PISD Celebrates Excellence at the Shining Stars Gala
This evening, PISD proudly recognized the outstanding achievements of the top 10 students from the SHHS Class of 2025 during the Shining Stars Gala.
Congratulations to our remarkable students who have exemplified dedication and excellence:
Daliah Acosta
Rosa Contreras
Jennifer Flores
Deborah Getu
Thanh Truc Huynh
Kiara Moya De La Rosa
Krista Nguyen
Thien Phuc Pham
Lindsey Alize Sanchez
Joaquin Vargas
Students were escorted by their Shining Star faculty mentors: Steven Lew, Julian Rivera, Kerry-Ann Thompson, Robin McCann, Jorge Olivares, Sammi Pierce, Leslie Perez, Stephanie Maslowski, and Cristiana Santillan.
Your hard work and commitment to academic excellence shines brightly!
Dobie Seniors Helping Seniors initiative blossomed into a marvelous success.
Our seniors and many hard-working teachers and community members worked together to make Seniors Helping Seniors a big success. 🏠 🤘 🧡
South Houston High students got to check out the world of live theatre at the Alley Theatre, experiencing the mysteries of Sherlock Holmes firsthand.
A group of our students had the incredible opportunity to experience live theatre up close as they attended the Alley Theatre for a performance of Sherlock Holmes. An inspiring night that brought literature to life! ❤️🎭🖤
Take two minutes to watch and like Pasadena High student’s video on air pollution.
Here is the video link & message.
EYC- Pollutey Cares About Houston – Video
Copy and paste into internet browser —>>
www.TinyURL.com/PHSyoutubeEYC2025 <<—
Hello Eagles,
One of our students just recently entered into a video contest and we want to blow it up!
Represent your school by taking two minutes of your time to watch this informative and awe-inspiring video about air pollution!
Follow these two steps
Watch the video!
Then Like!
Pollutey The Eagle teaches a Houstonian on what ozone pollution is and reveals the dangers it presents to Houston health. All the while, giving advice on act…
Best of luck to Pasadena High FFA members Yadira and Myka as they win over the judges at the Gulf Coast District Speaking Competition.
Good luck to Pasadena FFA Members Yadira Ibarra and Myka Mikolajchak who are competing in the Gulf Coast District FFA Speaking Competition today!
Two talented Pasadena ISD students are vying for a rodeo poster title. Cast your vote now and help them win.
Two incredible Pasadena ISD students are in the running for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Poster Contest, and they need YOUR support to win!
Voting is open now — just click the link below to cast your vote: https://ow.ly/MsU550VKC6w
🚨Use your mobile data or hotspot when voting on campus to ensure your vote counts! Or scan the QR code, and let’s support our students!
Video: Mighty Eagles soar high as the Floral Design team dazzles with over 80 stunning arrangements.
Our Mighty Eagles are blooming with talent!
Today, Mr. Mik and the Floral Team hauled 80+ floral arrangements to the convention center in preparation for Shining Stars—and that’s just one example of their incredible dedication!
The FFA Floral Design class has been behind the beauty of so many events this year, from prom to the Superintendent’s retirement celebration, and countless campus and district functions.
Under the leadership of Mr. and Mrs. Mikolajchak these students continue to shine with their hard work, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
Thank you, Floral Design team, for representing Mighty Eagle Nation with pride and passion!
Congratulations to Longhorns varsity baseball team for their 6-2 victory against Ridge Point.
A big shoutout to the Dobie Longhorns varsity baseball team for their impressive 6-2 victory in Thursday’s neutral playoff game against Ridge point! Stay tuned for Game 2 today! ⚾️
Check out some photos from the game (photo creds: Gloria Wallace)!! https://ow.ly/eKQq50VMjmV
Dobie’s Teacher Education and Training students proudly celebrated their bright futures at the PISD Signing Day, thanks to Ms. Martinez’s inspiring guidance.
Our Teacher Education and Training students were recognized at the PISD Future Teacher Signing Day celebration at Orozco. Congratulations to these students and their teacher, Ms. Martinez!
At the 35th annual End of Season Banquet, Rayburn celebrated its talented swimmers and divers, honoring exceptional achievements in style and camaraderie.
The Sam Rayburn High School swimming and diving team held their 35th annual End of Season Banquet this past Friday at the Deer Park Battleground Golf Course . The following student-athletes were honored with special awards as a result of their success this season:
Most Valuable Swimmer/Diver; Darianna Rodriguez
Coaches Award: Haile Downs
Sportsmanship Award: Fredy Meraz
Rookie of the Year: Gabriella Olivo
Most Improved Swimmer/Diver: Javier Rodriguez (not shown)
Congratulations to all the swimmers and divers for an excellent 2024-2025 season.
Congratulations to Eric and Mrs. Havner’s talented graphic design students, who showcased extraordinary creativity and passion in their presentations.
We are so proud of Eric and all of Mrs. Havner’s graphic design students for their awesome submissions and presentations. Thank you to the Pasadena Economic Development Corporation for giving our Pasadena Independent School District CTE students this opportunity and experience. #PISDCTE #CTE #CTEforTheWin
We had the privilege of celebrating Eric at the Pasadena Independent School District Partner Breakfast, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Through a special collaboration with Pasadena Memorial High School’s graphic design class, we invited students to volunteer their creativity and submit logo designs for Visit Pasadena TX. Eric’s design was selected, and it beautifully reflects the spirit and pride of our city.
This partnership with PISD is more than a project—it’s a commitment to encouraging the next generation of leaders, creatives, and changemakers. When we invest in students, we invest in our community’s future.
We’re proud to champion local talent and support opportunities that foster leadership, professional growth, and civic pride. Eric’s work is now part of our city’s story—and we can’t wait to see where his journey takes him next.
This past weekend, Pasadena ISD’s annual Name That Book competition captivated young readers, with Garfield Elementary taking 1st place as the overall winner.
📚✨ Pasadena ISD elementary schools had their annual Name That Book competition this past weekend, and it was one for the books!
Garfield Elementary: 1st Place
Turner Elementary: 2nd Place
Sparks Elementary: 3rd Place
Congratulations to all the participants! 🏆
At South Houston High, young men were inspired by powerful speakers while enjoying food and receiving travel kits at Reel Men Rise Up.
South Houston High School proudly hosted “Reel Men Rise Up,” an inspiring evening dedicated to empowering our young men.
Guests heard powerful messages on perseverance, hard work, and financial literacy from Manuel Colunga of Mi Tienda and Jose L. Jimenez of State Farm and Harris County Precinct 2.
Each student received a travel kit and goodies, while families enjoyed a delicious dinner and homemade desserts prepared by our Culinary Arts students.
Thank you to our young men and their families who participated in this meaningful event. Together, we continue to invest in the success and future of our students.
The South Houston High swimming and diving team’s End of Season Banquet celebrated their athletes and showcased their impressive achievements.
The South Houston High School swimming and diving team held their 3rd annual End of Season Banquet this past Friday at the Deer Park Battleground Golf Course. The following student-athletes were honored with special awards as a result of their success this season:
(left to right)
Most Valuable Swimmer/Diver and Coach’s Award: Andres Cruz
Sportsmanship Award and Most Improved Swimmer/Diver: April Delgado
Rookie of the Year: Giselle Hernandez (not pictured)
Congratulations to all the swimmers and divers for an excellent 2024-2025 season.
Congratulations to South Houston High’s talented Orchestra students for their stellar performance at the Bayou City Classic, winning the Division 1 Sweepstakes Award.
Huge congratulations to our amazing Orchestra students and their dedicated Director, Mr. Rivera, for their outstanding performance at the Bayou City Classic Music Festival in Galveston! Bringing home a Division 1 Sweepstakes Award is a phenomenal achievement. We are so proud of your talent, hard work, and commitment. Way to go, Orchestra! ❤️🎻🖤
Rally behind Dobie Baseball starting today as they battle Ridge Point for playoff glory at Manvel High.
Let’s go, Longhorns! Dobie Baseball is heading to the Bi-District Playoffs! Show your support as they take the field and fight for the win. ⚾️
Dobie v. Ridge Point
G1: 6:00 p.m. Thursday 5/1 at Manvel HS
G2: 7:00 p.m. Friday 5/2 at Manvel HS
G3: If needed, 12 noon Sat. 5/3 at Manvel HS
