Education

Temple Independent School District

Temple ISD: Offering families a GLOBAL education, right here in Central Texas.

Temple ISD embraces a diverse population. Temple ISD emphasizes positive discipline in the classroom, parent involvement, and a creative instructional process designed to meet individual staff and student needs. As a fiscally conservative district, Temple ISD has been able to address decreases in state revenue without laying off staff or cutting vital programs.

Temple High School students have benefitted from the International Baccalaureate IB (SP) curriculum since 1991 and recently, Scott & White Healthcare has become an educational partner in developing an IB Whole School Model Middle Year’s Program (MYP) at the Travis Science Academy beginning Summer 2012. Plans include developing an elementary IB whole-school Primary Years Program (PYP) in 2013.

Temple taxpayers supported a $55 million bond in May 2011. To date, Temple ISD has a master-plan for all campuses and will begin a new elementary school on the Jefferson Elementary School site. Travis Middle School Science Academy, Lamar Middle School and Scott Elementary School will undergo major renovations over the next 2 years with all other campuses receiving minor renovations.

Temple ISD is your partner in providing a Global education!

Belton Independent School District

Belton Independent School District is a 5A school district led by Superintendent, Dr. Susan Kincannon, and is located on I-35, is 40 miles south of Waco and 60 miles north of Austin. The District encompasses about 200 square miles with approximately 9,500 students enrolled on 13 campuses. Superintendent Dr. Susan Kincannon, said, “I am so excited about what the future holds for Belton ISD. We continue to be good stewards of our taxpayers’ dollars by providing the best education for our students, giving them every available learning opportunity. Technology is a driving force in the world today, and we want our students to be equipped with an education that helps them to succeed in a changing world.”

Mission, Vision and Motto:

BISD’s Mission is: “To provide an education that challenges all of our students to excel.”

The Vision is: To be a leader in preparing every student to excel in tomorrow’s world.”

The BISD motto is: “Every Kid a Winner.”

Demographics:
BISD is 60% White; 29% Hispanic; 7 % African American; 1 % Asian/Pacific Islander; and 1% Native American.

Approximately 47% of the students are Economically Disadvantaged; 46% At-Risk; 6.8% Limited English Proficient; 7% Gifted and Talented; and 11 % Special Education.
Budget: The General Fund budget is $67,535,084. The District employs approximately 1,400 employees.

Troy Independent School District

Troy Independent School District was established in 1896 to serve the children in the communities of Troy, Pendleton, Little Mexico, Belfalls, and Oenaville. The mission of Troy ISD is to provide students the opportunity to develop the ability to think logically, independently, and creatively, as well as to communicate effectively. Four campuses serve approximately 1,280 students in early childhood through grade 12. Troy ISD has received a “Recognized” rating from the Texas Education Agency in November 2011. Troy Elementary, Mays Elementary and Raymond Mays Middle School were all rated “Recognized,” Troy High School received a rating of “Academically Acceptable.” A team of 160 teachers and support staff works to provide a caring and challenging environment in the educational process of all of Troy ISD’s children, following the Texas Education Agency’s goal of excellence and equity in achievement for all students.

Academy Independent School District

Academy ISD is a school district located in the community of Little River-Academy. AISD’s enrollment is 1,083 students in Pre-K through 12. Academy ISD has been rated as a “Recognized” school district for the 2010-2011 school year. The elementary school was rated “Acceptable.” The high school and middle school campuses were rated “Recognized” in 2011. The district is known for its strong academic programs; student discipline; well-rounded, successful athletic programs; and supportive community. AISD classrooms integrate the latest technologies, with self-developed Pre-K through 12 aligned curricula to promote and ensure student success. Academy ISD has a staff of knowledgeable and highly qualified professionals eager to meet the needs of all students.