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Approved minutes from the April 17, 2008 regular board meeting.
Approved minutes from the May 1, 2008 special board meeting.
Approved 2007-2008 budget amendments:

General administration will reallocate $2,500 from community services to general administration.
General fund will increase by $55,800 from the sale of real and personal property from selling of a bus and video equipment. The corresponding expenditure will be utilized for related costs.
Student services will reallocate $9,000 from instruction to instructional leadership.
General fund will reallocate $85,053.26 from administration, maintenance and data processing to instruction service.
Viking Hills Elementary will reallocate $40,462.27 from instruction and community service to extracurricular and maintenance.
General fund rental revenue will increase by $7,625.54 from the rental of the cafeteria at Lake Air Middle. The corresponding increase in expenditure will be utilized for related cost.
State and federal programs will reallocate $12,465 from instruction to library services, school leadership, social work and health services.
Doris Miller Elementary will reallocate $3,000 from instruction to maintenance.
Parkdale Elementary will reallocate $1,500 from instruction to maintenance.
Crestview Elementary will reallocate $3,000 from instruction to maintenance.
Waco High will reallocate $518.96 from counseling and health services to security.
Waco ISD Alternative will reallocate $2,000 from staff development to instruction.
J.H. Hines Elementary will reallocate $642.56 from school leadership to maintenance.
G.L. Wiley Middle will reallocate $250 from instruction to health services.
A.J. Moore Academy will reallocate $1,000 from school leadership, health services and security to maintenance.
University Middle will reallocate $2,750 from instruction to school leadership.
Athletic complex will reallocate $2,000 from maintenance to extracurricular.
Bilingual department will reallocate $9,200 from staff development to instruction.
Brook Avenue Elementary will reallocate $1,250 from instruction to staff development and library.
General fund will reallocate $75,000 from juvenile justice program to instruction.

Approved bid award for job order contract for HVAC cleaning services to Air Flow Filter Services as primary vendor, through May 31, 2009.
Approved bid award for job order contract for plumbing services to McNamara Custom Services, Inc. as primary vendor and Lockridge-Priest, Inc. as secondary vendor, through May 31, 2009.
Approved bid award for maintenance parts, supplies and equipment to a list of vendors on an "as needed" basis, through May 15, 2009.
Approved bid award for online courses, content and management system to OdysseyWare, through May 15, 2009.
Approved renewal of job order contract for glass replacement and installation services to Allen Glass as primary vendor and Bullseye Glass as secondary vendor, through April 30, 2009.
Approved renewal of job order contract for kitchen appliances repair and services to RESCO as primary vendor, through June 30, 2009.
Approved renewal of job order contract for interior pest control services to Lady Bug Termite and Pest Control as primary vendor, through April 30, 2009.
Approved sole source purchase of curriculum program for English learners from English Now! for a estimated cost of $45,000 to be purchased with Title III funds.
Adopted the revised building design standards.
Approved Learning Keys professional development contract for 2008-2009 at a cost of $57,600. Additional data walk training sessions will cost $7,000 and binders $125 each for up to 30 participants. The contract will be funded through Title II, Part A professional development funds.
Approved policy revisions:

AE (Local) Educational Philosophy/Mission Statement
BJCF (Local) Superintendent Non renewal
FN (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities
FNAA (Local) Student Expression: Distribution of Non school Literature
GKDA (Local) Non school Use of School Facilities: Distribution of Non school Literature
DEC (Local) Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences
DEG (Local) Compensation and Benefits: Retirement Program
EEJA (Local) Individualized Learning: Credit by Examination with a Prior Instruction
EEJB (Local) Individualized Learning: Credit by Examination without Prior Instruction
EHAA (Local) Basic Instructional Program: Required Instruction (all levels)
FM (Local) Student Activities
FO (Local) Student Discipline

Approved a professional development partnership with Texas A&M University STEM Project for Waco High, University High and A.J. Moore Academy during the 2008-2009 school year. The total cost of the project is $94,494, funded through School Improvement program grant funds and Title II, Part A funds.
Accepted gifts to Waco ISD:

Waco ISD's "Celebration of Community" received $2,000 from Hillcrest Health Systems, $2,000 from Carter Bloodcare, and $2,000 from Texas State Technical College Waco. Other businesses have contributed a combined total of $21,000.
Sul Ross Elementary and Brook Avenue Elementary each received $3,000 from Keep McLennan County Beautiful to establish a green classroom and outdoor learning center at their respective campuses.

Approved sign-on incentives of $2,000 per teacher for Doris Miller Elementary for the 2008-2009 year.
Postponed a board member's request for travel expenses.

Monthly Financial Report: As of April 30, 2008, the financial report showed $76,022,381 in revenue and $77,587,643 in expenditures with expenditures exceeding revenue by $1,565,262.

Development Report: Kay Metz, director of development and community partnerships, reported on the following gifts and grants to the district:

Waco ISD's six outstanding teachers each received $1,000 from the Waco Foundation.
Waco ISD's "Outstanding Educator Awards" received $1,000 from Central National Bank, $1,000 from Insurors of Texas and $1,000 from Richard Karr Motors.
Advanced Academics received the meal and service valued at $8,827 from Child Nutrition Services-Sodexo for the 2008 Academic Achievers Banquet.
Waco ISD campuses received grants totaling $118,000 from the Waco ISD Education Foundation. Additionally, two Waco High students, Cameron Byrd and Sameer Hashmi, each received a $10,000 Dorothy Crippen Hurd scholarship from the Waco ISD Education Foundation. Mrs. Metz presented a copy of the Foundation's 2007 audit to the Trustees.

Superintendent's Report: Dr. Roland Hernandez, superintendent of schools, made the following announcements:

Congratulations to the University High Step Team, Principal Nolan Correa and the faculty and staff at University High. The Step Team just won first place at state competition.
Congratulations to the University High Mariachi Band. They finished third in the state competition.
The Elementary University Interscholastic League awards ceremony will be held in the gymnasium of Lake Air Middle on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at noon.
The Waco High Choir will have its annual show, "The Big Show," on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Please arrive early for seating.
The district's annual "Celebration of Community" will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 6 p.m. at the Convention Center.
The Secondary University Interscholastic League awards ceremony will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Waco High on Saturday, May 24, 2008 at noon.
Graduation ceremonies will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the Heart of Texas Coliseum. A.J. Moore Academy graduation is at 10 a.m.; University High graduation is at 1:30 p.m. and Waco High graduation is at 5 p.m.
University Middle will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the school on Sunday, May 25, 2008 from 2 until 4 p.m. with a come-and-go reception at the campus.
Dr. Hernandez thanked all the individuals who helped pass the bond package.

Strategic Planning Report: Dr. Don Hooper, a strategic planner and consultant for the district, presented a report on strategic planning. Dr. Hooper explained the entire planning process involved in creating a long-term strategic plan for the district.

Education Committee, May 13, 2008

A. Learning Keys contract for 2008-2009
B. Relocation of Jump Start classes from Doris Miller Elementary to J.H. Hines Elementary and West Avenue
C. School start times for 2008-2009
D. Professional development partnership with Texas A&M STEM Project
E. Online Credit Recovery Program contract

Finance Committee, May 13, 2008

A. Budget amendments
B. Bids, quotes, and purchases
C. Board agenda items under discussion and possible action
D. Board agenda items under reports
E. Revised building standards
F. Revised energy master plan
G. Planning for issuance of bonds and related capital projects
H. Budget update

There were no guests during the "Audience for Guests" portion of the meeting.

Dale Caffey, public information officer, presented the photo gallery, which included photos of the six "Outstanding Teacher" finalists; Earth Day at Provident Heights Elementary; Waco High school's 800 meter relay team; University High Student Council representatives making a donation at the American Cancer Society; the Waco ISD Education Foundation making a SurPrize Patrol visit at South Waco Elementary recently, and Lake Air Middle's Calley Powell whose history fair documentary will compete at the National History Day competition in Washington D.C. in June.

The Waco Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, hiring, and employment practices. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact: director of human resources (254-755-9415), director of student services (254-755-9516) or director of special education (254-755-9430); P.O. Box 27, Waco, Texas, 76703.

The Waco ISD Board of Trustee meetings are broadcast live on WISD-TV, local cable channel 17, and re-broadcast every week. For your convenience, the Waco ISD website has a schedule of meeting dates and times of the Waco ISD Board of Trustees. Please check the WISD-TV programming schedule for broadcast dates and times of the Waco ISD Board meetings.

In addition, the Waco ISD Board of Trustees meetings are available Flash video format on the Waco ISD website. Please click here to access the Waco ISD video webpage.

WISD-TV is a service of the Waco ISD Public Information office. For more information, please call 254-755-9454.



	Published by the WACO ISD PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE		May 15, 2008
	Published by the WACO ISD PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE

Approved minutes from the April 17, 2008 regular board meeting. Approved minutes from the May 1, 2008 special board meeting. Approved 2007-2008 budget amendments: General administration will reallocate $2,500 from community services to general administration. General fund will increase by $55,800 from the sale of real and personal property from selling of a bus and video equipment. The corresponding expenditure will be utilized for related costs. Student services will reallocate $9,000 from instruction to instructional leadership. General fund will reallocate $85,053.26 from administration, maintenance and data processing to instruction service. Viking Hills Elementary will reallocate $40,462.27 from instruction and community service to extracurricular and maintenance. General fund rental revenue will increase by $7,625.54 from the rental of the cafeteria at Lake Air Middle. The corresponding increase in expenditure will be utilized for related cost. State and federal programs will reallocate $12,465 from instruction to library services, school leadership, social work and health services. Doris Miller Elementary will reallocate $3,000 from instruction to maintenance. Parkdale Elementary will reallocate $1,500 from instruction to maintenance. Crestview Elementary will reallocate $3,000 from instruction to maintenance. Waco High will reallocate $518.96 from counseling and health services to security. Waco ISD Alternative will reallocate $2,000 from staff development to instruction. J.H. Hines Elementary will reallocate $642.56 from school leadership to maintenance. G.L. Wiley Middle will reallocate $250 from instruction to health services. A.J. Moore Academy will reallocate $1,000 from school leadership, health services and security to maintenance. University Middle will reallocate $2,750 from instruction to school leadership. Athletic complex will reallocate $2,000 from maintenance to extracurricular. Bilingual department will reallocate $9,200 from staff development to instruction. Brook Avenue Elementary will reallocate $1,250 from instruction to staff development and library. General fund will reallocate $75,000 from juvenile justice program to instruction. Approved bid award for job order contract for HVAC cleaning services to Air Flow Filter Services as primary vendor, through May 31, 2009. Approved bid award for job order contract for plumbing services to McNamara Custom Services, Inc. as primary vendor and Lockridge-Priest, Inc. as secondary vendor, through May 31, 2009. Approved bid award for maintenance parts, supplies and equipment to a list of vendors on an "as needed" basis, through May 15, 2009. Approved bid award for online courses, content and management system to OdysseyWare, through May 15, 2009. Approved renewal of job order contract for glass replacement and installation services to Allen Glass as primary vendor and Bullseye Glass as secondary vendor, through April 30, 2009. Approved renewal of job order contract for kitchen appliances repair and services to RESCO as primary vendor, through June 30, 2009. Approved renewal of job order contract for interior pest control services to Lady Bug Termite and Pest Control as primary vendor, through April 30, 2009. Approved sole source purchase of curriculum program for English learners from English Now! for a estimated cost of $45,000 to be purchased with Title III funds. Adopted the revised building design standards. Approved Learning Keys professional development contract for 2008-2009 at a cost of $57,600. Additional data walk training sessions will cost $7,000 and binders $125 each for up to 30 participants. The contract will be funded through Title II, Part A professional development funds. Approved policy revisions: AE (Local) Educational Philosophy/Mission Statement BJCF (Local) Superintendent Non renewal FN (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities FNAA (Local) Student Expression: Distribution of Non school Literature GKDA (Local) Non school Use of School Facilities: Distribution of Non school Literature DEC (Local) Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences DEG (Local) Compensation and Benefits: Retirement Program EEJA (Local) Individualized Learning: Credit by Examination with a Prior Instruction EEJB (Local) Individualized Learning: Credit by Examination without Prior Instruction EHAA (Local) Basic Instructional Program: Required Instruction (all levels) FM (Local) Student Activities FO (Local) Student Discipline Approved a professional development partnership with Texas A&M University STEM Project for Waco High, University High and A.J. Moore Academy during the 2008-2009 school year. The total cost of the project is $94,494, funded through School Improvement program grant funds and Title II, Part A funds. Accepted gifts to Waco ISD: Waco ISD's "Celebration of Community" received $2,000 from Hillcrest Health Systems, $2,000 from Carter Bloodcare, and $2,000 from Texas State Technical College Waco. Other businesses have contributed a combined total of $21,000. Sul Ross Elementary and Brook Avenue Elementary each received $3,000 from Keep McLennan County Beautiful to establish a green classroom and outdoor learning center at their respective campuses. Approved sign-on incentives of $2,000 per teacher for Doris Miller Elementary for the 2008-2009 year. Postponed a board member's request for travel expenses. Monthly Financial Report: As of April 30, 2008, the financial report showed $76,022,381 in revenue and $77,587,643 in expenditures with expenditures exceeding revenue by $1,565,262. Development Report: Kay Metz, director of development and community partnerships, reported on the following gifts and grants to the district: Waco ISD's six outstanding teachers each received $1,000 from the Waco Foundation. Waco ISD's "Outstanding Educator Awards" received $1,000 from Central National Bank, $1,000 from Insurors of Texas and $1,000 from Richard Karr Motors. Advanced Academics received the meal and service valued at $8,827 from Child Nutrition Services-Sodexo for the 2008 Academic Achievers Banquet. Waco ISD campuses received grants totaling $118,000 from the Waco ISD Education Foundation. Additionally, two Waco High students, Cameron Byrd and Sameer Hashmi, each received a $10,000 Dorothy Crippen Hurd scholarship from the Waco ISD Education Foundation. Mrs. Metz presented a copy of the Foundation's 2007 audit to the Trustees. Superintendent's Report: Dr. Roland Hernandez, superintendent of schools, made the following announcements: Congratulations to the University High Step Team, Principal Nolan Correa and the faculty and staff at University High. The Step Team just won first place at state competition. Congratulations to the University High Mariachi Band. They finished third in the state competition. The Elementary University Interscholastic League awards ceremony will be held in the gymnasium of Lake Air Middle on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at noon. The Waco High Choir will have its annual show, "The Big Show," on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Please arrive early for seating. The district's annual "Celebration of Community" will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 6 p.m. at the Convention Center. The Secondary University Interscholastic League awards ceremony will be held in the Performing Arts Center at Waco High on Saturday, May 24, 2008 at noon. Graduation ceremonies will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the Heart of Texas Coliseum. A.J. Moore Academy graduation is at 10 a.m.; University High graduation is at 1:30 p.m. and Waco High graduation is at 5 p.m. University Middle will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the school on Sunday, May 25, 2008 from 2 until 4 p.m. with a come-and-go reception at the campus. Dr. Hernandez thanked all the individuals who helped pass the bond package. Strategic Planning Report: Dr. Don Hooper, a strategic planner and consultant for the district, presented a report on strategic planning. Dr. Hooper explained the entire planning process involved in creating a long-term strategic plan for the district. Education Committee, May 13, 2008 A. Learning Keys contract for 2008-2009 B. Relocation of Jump Start classes from Doris Miller Elementary to J.H. Hines Elementary and West Avenue C. School start times for 2008-2009 D. Professional development partnership with Texas A&M STEM Project E. Online Credit Recovery Program contract Finance Committee, May 13, 2008 A. Budget amendments B. Bids, quotes, and purchases C. Board agenda items under discussion and possible action D. Board agenda items under reports E. Revised building standards F. Revised energy master plan G. Planning for issuance of bonds and related capital projects H. Budget update There were no guests during the "Audience for Guests" portion of the meeting. Dale Caffey, public information officer, presented the photo gallery, which included photos of the six "Outstanding Teacher" finalists; Earth Day at Provident Heights Elementary; Waco High school's 800 meter relay team; University High Student Council representatives making a donation at the American Cancer Society; the Waco ISD Education Foundation making a SurPrize Patrol visit at South Waco Elementary recently, and Lake Air Middle's Calley Powell whose history fair documentary will compete at the National History Day competition in Washington D.C. in June. The Waco Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, hiring, and employment practices. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact: director of human resources (254-755-9415), director of student services (254-755-9516) or director of special education (254-755-9430); P.O. Box 27, Waco, Texas, 76703. The Waco ISD Board of Trustee meetings are broadcast live on WISD-TV, local cable channel 17, and re-broadcast every week. For your convenience, the Waco ISD website has a schedule of meeting dates and times of the Waco ISD Board of Trustees. Please check the WISD-TV programming schedule for broadcast dates and times of the Waco ISD Board meetings. In addition, the Waco ISD Board of Trustees meetings are available Flash video format on the Waco ISD website. Please click here to access the Waco ISD video webpage. WISD-TV is a service of the Waco ISD Public Information office. For more information, please call 254-755-9454.		Pledge of Allegiance Parkdale Elementary students Kimla Merritt, fifth-grade, and Kara Merritt, fourth-grade, led the pledge of allegiance. Marsha Henry is the principal. "Why I Love My School" Awards Kay Metz, director of development and community partnerships, introduced Michael Vivio, publisher of the Waco Tribune-Herald. Mr. Vivio thanked the district for participation in the "Why I Love My School" campaign. Seven Waco ISD elementary schools competed in the online competition. Each school utilized students to develop a promotional video about their campus. The videos were used in an online contest on the Waco Tribune-Herald website. The contest drew 86,000 page views and 27,604 votes were registered during the two week time period. The Waco Tribune-Herald donated $1,000 in prizes to the top three winning schools. Parkdale Elementary received $500 for first place. They received 10,483 votes. Kendrick Elementary received $300 for second place. Dean Highland received $200 for third place. Mr. Vivio thanked the Board of Trustees for their support. Recognition of PAC Dr. Roland Hernandez, superintendent of schools, recognized members of the political action committee, Friends of Waco's Schools. The committee helped Waco pass the $172.5 million bond package for the district. Dr. Hernandez introduced Ralph Cooper (chairman), Phyllis Flowers, Ernesto Fraga, and Todd Moore (treasurer). Dr. Hernandez thanked the entire committee for their efforts in getting the bond election passed. Waco High School Soccer Teams Johanna Denson, athletic director, introduced both the girls and boys soccer coaches at Waco High. Both teams made the district playoffs this year. Season Caughlin, Waco High girls soccer coach, praised her team for competing in the district playoffs for the second year in a row. The assistant coach is Zabrina Lard. Coach Caughlin thanked the Waco High soccer supporters.Coach Caughlin introduced the team: Tissa Bass Jennifer Botello Dana Crump Loren Eary Courtney Fernandez Maribell Ibanez Kaitlin Meske Rachel Moore Petra Padilla Daniella Ramirez Sydney Redding Heidi Reyes Laura Reynoso Cinthia Sandova Casandra Schoplein Denice Trevino Rachel Velazquez Megan Vlam Kris Kahler, Waco High boys soccer coach, recognized his team for making it to the district playoffs. The student managers are Jeremy Luedeker and Daniel Alvarez. Coach Kahler thanked his assistant coaches, Bryan Caughlin and Joe Bishop. Coach Kahler introduced the team: Angel Abrego Cesar Adame Edgar Amador David Araujo Jason Benitez Jonathon Benitez Ricardo Betancourt Israel Carbajal Jacob Davis Michael Dixon Zack Eary Luis Espinosa Ernesto Guevara Julio Juarez Kollin Kahler Fernando Lorenzo Salvador Mireles Manuel Olguin Juan Ramos Sergio Rivas Jose Rivas Salvador Sanchez Alejandro Santos Region Track, Golf and Tennis Qualifiers Waco High Golf Johanna Denson, recognized Waco High 11th-grader Corbett Curry for becoming a regional qualifier in boys golf. Keith Mikeska is the golf coach at Waco High. Waco High Tennis Brian Jenkins, Waco High Tennis coach, introduced Waco High 11th-grader Marsha Palasota, who qualified for regionals in tennis. She is the first student in 18 years at Waco High to qualify. Waco High Girls Track Belinda Denman, girls track coach at University High, introduced the University High regional qualifier in track, 11th-grader Latoria Satchell. Latoria qualified by placing third in the 200 meter dash. Latoria is also sixth in her class at University High. Coach Denman also recognized Waco High girls assistant track coach, Chante Crutchfield. Charlene Marsh, girls track coach at Waco High, introduced the Waco High regional qualifiers: Ebonie Carson (11th-grade) Arcasia James (12th-grade) Erin Hamilton (ninth-grade) Courtney Parsee (ninth-grade) Tyson Shores (ninth-grade) Antweneque Smith (10th-grade Cymone Walker (ninth-grade) The team qualified for regionals in the following events: 800 meter relay 1,600 meter relay 100 meter dash (Cymone Walker) 400 meter dash (Courtney Parsee) High jump (Ebony Carson) Shot put (Arcasia James) Arcasia James also placed fourth at regionals in the discus competition. Arcasia will attend the University of Texas at Austin.She has received a University of Texas Presidential Scholarship and a Time Warner Cable Rising Hero Scholarship. Waco High Boys Track Keith Willis, Waco High boys track coach, introduced the Waco High regional qualifiers and recognized the Waco High track team: Quentin Horn 2nd place in Discus, District 2nd place in Shot Put, District 3rd place in Discus, Regional Jarred Salubi 3rd place in 200 Meter Dash, District 1st place in 4X100, District 1st place in 4X200, District 3rd place in 4x100, Regional 1st place in 4x200, Regional 2nd place in 4x100, State Nick Johnson 3rd place in Discus, District Mauricio Reynolds 4th place in 800 meter dash, District Prince Shepard Two -year Letterman Relay Alternate, District Jaffus Hardwick 7th place in Discus, District Michael Dixon 6th place in Long Jump, District Jonathan Fullbright Two Year Letterman Don Closs Two Year Letterman Otis Benns 1st place in 110 Meter Hurdles, District and Regional qualifier 5th place in 4X400, District 5th place in 300 Meter Dash Kyle Carter One-Year Letterman Success in the Fine Arts Troy Tinney, fine arts director, presented the results from the recent UIL music contest and the district's music contest. There were 28 "superior" group awards, 15 "excellent" group awards, 11 "good" group awards and four "fair" group awards made at the UIL contest to Waco ISD bands, orchestras and choirs. Waco ISD groups that earned sweepstakes were: Tennyson Middle Varsity Girls Choir Tennyson Middle Band G.W. Carver Academy Band Waco High Symphonic Band Waco High Varsity Mens Choir Waco High Varsity Mixed Choir At the district's music competition, two groups earned sweepstakes: Tennyson "B" Group Waco High Orchestra Keep Waco Beautiful Award Kay Metz, director of development and community partnerships, introduced Sheri Street, executive director of Keep Waco Beautiful. Ms. Street recognized University Middle as the "Campus of the Month" in appreciation of their environmental and beautification efforts. Principal Raul Moreno accepted the award. State History and Science Fair Karen McDonald, content specialist-social studies, presented the overall history fair results. This year, 589 students participated in the Heart of Texas Regional History Fair; 67 students won at the regional competition; 28 students advanced to the state competition in Austin; and one student, Calley Powell, has advanced to the national competition. Mrs. McDonald congratulated the students and teachers for their work, and recognized two teachers for earning individual awards. Karen Brown, social studies teacher at Waco High, won the senior division "Teacher of the Year" at the Heart of Texas Regional History Fair. Dr. Sherry Mullins, social studies teacher at Tennyson Middle, won the junior division "Teacher of the Year at the Heart of Texas Regional History Fair. Mrs. McDonald also noted that 13 students advanced to the state science fair. Waco High Dr. H.T. Sanchez, principal of Waco High, congratulated the students and teachers for their efforts at the history fair. It was the first time for Waco High to send students to the regional competition in history fair. The teachers are Karen Brown, Richard Price and Courtney Copas. Ms. Brown introduced the students who qualified for the state history fair: Tina Tran Scot Gohring Philip Whitney Briana Bridger Lauren Tinney Additionally, Tina Tran was in the top ten at state. Scott Goring, Philip Whitney, Briana Bridger and Lauren Tinney all won Distinguished Achievement awards. Tennyson Middle Robin Wilson, principal of Tennyson Middle, introduced Science Teacher Carly Porter. Ms. Porter introduced the students from Tennyson Middle who qualified for the state science fair: Jordyn Gardiola, 6th-grade Melvin Wall, 6th-grade Sarah Zettler, 6th-grade Sam Daniels, 7th-grade Austin Gorham, 7th-grade Bea Baker, 8th-grade Ethan Chin, 8th-grade Maddy Tinney, 8th-grade Dr. Sherry Mullins, social studies teacher at Tennyson Middle, presented the 13 students who qualified for state at history fair: Madeline Tinney Angel Tijerina Chris Foytek Chrishard Buhl D'Jarvis Lancelon Justin Rodriguez Faith Austin Alyssa Gonzales Marisol Medina Bea Baker Samantha Koehler Katherine Parker Tennyson Middle won sweepstakes at the regional history fair competition. Lake Air Middle Dr. Louise Powell, principal of Lake Air Middle, congratulated the science and history fair winners from Lake Air Middle. Dr. Powell introduced Corey Roberts, 8th-grade, whose science fair project advanced to state. Denise Bell, history department chair and history fair sponsor for Lake Air Middle, presented the students who qualified for the state history fair: Corey Roberts Jolyn Hahn Calley Powell Calley Powell will advance to the National History Day competition in Washington D.C. in June. A.J. Moore Academy Angela Reiher, assistant principal at A.J. Moore Academy, introduced Biology Teacher Amy Gattle. Mrs. Gattle recognized her students who advanced to the state science fair competition: Brian Triller Buddy Gibson Mary Seller Hernandez