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EDUCATION EDITION 2023
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117 OFFICERS $49.1M $262M work for Cy-Fair ISD’s police department. is budgeted for CFISD police, psychological services and counselors in 2023-24. went to safety and security in CFISD’s two most recent bond programs. The Cy-Fair ISD Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency serving the 187-square-mile district. Its role is even more pertinent heading into the 2023 24 school year as state lawmakers attempt to strengthen school security. (Courtesy Cy-Fair ISD) SECURING SCHOOLS
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A major school safety bill the Texas Legislature approved this year will require armed o cers to be on all public school campuses during school hours in addition to mental health training for most school sta . Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 3 into law June 14. It provides BY DANICA LLOYD & DAVE MANNING
districts with $15,000 per campus and increases the safety allotment by 28 cents per student—from $9.72 to $10—to fund safety expenses. Cy-Fair ISD’s Chief Financial O cer Karen Smith said the district should receive an additional $1.4 million per year for safety—about 3% of what the district already planned to spend on
safety measures in 2023-24. “It’s such a minimal amount that we’re receiving with that safety and security allotment that I don’t know that we have it earmarked speci cally to one intervention or one measure but just to continue to o set the cost that we currently have,” CFISD Chief CONTINUED ON 20
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FROM KATHIE: In our front-page story this month, we dive into what actions Cy-Fair ISD leaders have taken, and continue to work on, to keep our kids secure while on campus. We also review House Bill 3, also known as the Texas School Safety Act, that was signed into law June 14. Our children are our future, and we appreciate all that is being done to help keep them safe. Kathie Snyder, GENERAL MANAGER
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FROM DANICA: Our annual Education Edition is here just in time for back-to-school season! This month we interviewed outgoing Superintendent Mark Henry about his 12 years in Cy-Fair ISD (Page 17) and update you on the district’s next steps in hiring his replacement (Page 18). In addition to the in-depth look at recent safety and security legislation in our front-page story, we also highlight the latest district data, new campuses and more this month. As always, visit communityimpact.com for the latest local education coverage. Danica Lloyd, EDITOR
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NOW OPEN 1 Cy-Fair’s first location of Dirty Dough Cookies opened July 15 at 12020 FM 1960, Ste. 500, Houston. The menu includes permanent classic flavors of “super-stuffed cookie bombs” along with a selection of specialty flavors that rotates weekly. 832-604-7279. https://dirtydoughcookies.com 2 Thai Way 6 , a restaurant offering authentic Thai street food, opened May 3 at 8574 Hwy. 6 N., Houston. 832-619-9008. www.thaiway6.com
3 Mona’s French Cafe held its grand opening June 17 at 15014 Spring Cypress Road, Cypress. It offers both French and German cuisine, including beer and wine pairings. 281-213-4715. www.facebook.com/monafrenchcafe 4 Charleys Cheesesteaks & Wings opened in early June at 20521 FM 529, Ste. 100, Cypress. Sandwiches range from classic cheesesteaks to Chicken Teriyaki and Veggie Delight. 281-861-5112. www.charleys.com 5 Main Bird Hot Chicken held a grand opening July 1-2 at 8190 Barker Cypress
Road, Ste. 1200, Cypress. It serves Nashville-style hot chicken dishes, such as tenders and sandwiches, in varying levels of heat as well as mac and cheese, fries, and milkshakes. 713-739-8898. www.facebook.com/mainbirdhotchicken 6 Pincho held its grand opening June 23 at 8828 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 80, Cypress. Pincho offers burgers, kebabs, fried cheese, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs and bowls. 346-580-0150. www.pincho.com 7 A new Hotworx location was slated to open in late July at 9522 Huffmeister
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13 Fabletics , an activewear retailer offering a range of activewear, casual apparel, scrubs and accessories for men and women, opened in June at Houston Premium Outlets, 29300 Hempstead Road, Ste. 120, Cypress. 281-984-1289. www.fabletics.com 14 AFC Urgent Care opened July 12 at 6405 West Road, Ste. 250, Houston. The new facility offers children’s urgent care, family care, flu shots, onsite labs, physicals, seasonal allergy treatment and immigration, school and sports physicals. 832-378-8993. www.afcurgentcare.com 15 CRU Lounge opened this spring at 17350 Hwy. 290, Jersey Village. CRU Lounge offers appetizer-sized plates, specialty cocktails and hookah pipe and bottle service. Patrons can also enjoy televised sporting events and live music. 281-226-3937. www.crulounge.com COMING SOON 16 Tuscan-themed bakery Tosca Italian Gourmet will open at 17823 Longen- baugh Drive, Ste. F, Cypress, in August, offering croissants and focaccia as well as coffees and cakes. For lunch, the business has salads, charcuterie boards, sandwich- es, pizzas, lasagna and meatballs. 346-331-2882. www.toscaitaliangourmet.com 17 Uberrito Fresh Mex will open its newest location at 13132 FM 1960 W., Houston, in mid-August. Uberrito offers made-to-order burritos, bowls, salads and nachos made with over 40 fresh in- gredients and toppings. 832-300-5840. www.uberrito.com
18 La Michoacana Auténtica ice cream shop will open a second location at 8303 Hwy. 6 N., Ste. B, Houston, this summer, owner Jorge Padilla said in an email. The shop offers ice cream, paletas, mangona- das, sorbet, fruit and salty snacks. 832-377-6419. https://la-michoacana- autentica.business.site 19 Southwest Farmers Market is com- ing soon to 17117 FM 529, Houston, and will feature fresh produce, seafood and meats for the African immigrant com- munity and the general public. Officials were not able to confirm an opening date as of press time. www.southwestfarmersmarket.net 20 A new location of Space City Orthodontics is slated to open later this year at 10519 Fry Road, Cypress. The 2,550-square-foot practice offers 3D X-rays and imaging, digital scanning, and clear aligners, among other services. www.spacecityortho.com RELOCATIONS 21 Fast Track Swimming , located at 18107 N. Eldridge Parkway, Ste. 200, Tomball, will relocate to 18003 Shaw Road, Cypress, in the first quarter of 2024. The business offers rescue swim- ming lessons to children and standard swimming lessons for all ages. The new location will also feature two pickleball courts. 281-547-7604. www.fasttrackswimming.com EXPANSIONS 22 Spring Cypress Senior Living , located at 16306 Spring Cypress Road,
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FEATURED IMPACT NOW OPEN A new location of KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot opened June 28 at 17575 Hwy. 249, Houston. The eatery specializes in hot pot, a cooking method in which diners add ingredients such as meat, vegetables, wontons, dumplings, tofu and seafood to a simmering pot of soup stock at the dining table, according to the website. Similarly, the restaurant also o ers Korean barbecue, allowing diners to grill meats and vegetables of their choosing at the dining table. Customers have dozens of ingredients Cypress, is undergoing an expansion tar- geted to open in late 2024. Additions will include 19 independent-living cottages, 24 townhomes, 95 apartments and com- munity amenities. 281-690-0026. www.springcypressseniorliving.com ANNIVERSARIES 23 The Craft Cigar Co. at 15103 Mason Road, Ste. B5, Cypress, celebrated its fifth anniversary Aug. 4. The shop is co-owned by brothers Justin and Jason Curran and offers a selection of cigars, humidors and humidification products, cigar boxes, and smoking accessories. 281-213-2117. www.cigarshopcypress.com 24 Texas State Optical Cypress , locat- ed at 26321 Hwy. 290, Ste. 500, Cypress,
to choose from for both cooking methods in addition to a full bar. 346-206-2198. www.thekpot.com/ location/south-houston-sh-249
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celebrated a 15-year anniversary July 20. TSO Cypress is under the direction of Dr. Ly Nguyen and provides eye care services. 281-758-0008. www.tsocypress.com 25 F45 Training at 12754 Grant Road, Cypress, celebrated its five-year anniver- sary this June. The fitness company offers high-intensity interval training workouts, including cardio and resistance training. 832-840-4542. www.f45training.com NEW OWNERSHIP 26 Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen , located at 11755 W. Little York Road, Ste. B103, Houston, changed own- ers June 1. The franchise location is now owned by Rachael and Michael Worthen. 713-937-1111. www.nypizzeria.com
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LIVE MUSIC LAMBEAU’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 13131 Louetta Road, Cypress www.lambeaus.com AUGUST 08 Juba Normand, 6:30 p.m. 15 Leo Mendoza, 6:30 p.m. 22 Tyler Hodgson, 6:30 p.m. 29 Ryan Pinnick, 6:30 p.m. R&R CRAFTHOUSE GRILL 12910 Malcomson Road, Cypress www.crafthousegrill.com AUGUST 11 Austin Bradshaw, 8 p.m. 12 Ryan Pinnick, 8 p.m. 18 RJ Tamborello, 8 p.m. 19 James Roosa, 8 p.m. HIDDEN CELLAR WINE BAR 16518 House & Hahl Road, Cypress www.hiddencellarcypress.com AUGUST
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LEARN TO FIGHT LIKE A JEDI Stageworks Theatre’s summer courses include a “Saber Scene Play” class for ages 8-12. Student “Jedis” will create a storyline and script and present their saga at an end-of-camp performance. 9 a.m.-noon. $250. 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org 07 THROUGH 18 LEARN A NEW CRAFT AR Workshop has summer camps to teach students ages 7-14 arts and crafts including wood photo frame making, studio art, pom pillow and canvas tote bag decorating. 9:30 a.m.-noon and 1:30-4 p.m. sessions available. Costs vary. 16718 House & Hahl Road, Unit C1, Cypress. 832-327-9554. www.arworkshop.com 22 HAVE YOUR WRITING CRITIQUED The CyFair Writers will host a writing critique workshop Aug. 22. at the Lone Star College-CyFair Campus Library in Room 215. Bring copies of up to seven double-spaced pages of work to get feedback from the group. 6-8 p.m. Free. 9191 Barker-Cypress Road, Cypress. www.meetup.com/cyfairwriters
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28 GET BACK TO CLASS Cy-Fair ISD students are scheduled to go back to class following two weeks of professional days for sta . For student registration and school calendar information, call 281-897-4000 or visit www.c sd.net. 31 SHOOT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation will host its annual clay shooting tournament at Westside Sporting Grounds to bene t its student scholarship fund. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $100 per shooter, $400 per team; sponsorships i9 Sports will host a weekly baseball clinic for coed sluggers ages 4-7. 5-6 p.m. $100. 17150 Spring Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-807-7788. www.i9sports.com
are available. 10120 Pattison Road, Katy. 281-370-0144. www.thecfef.org SEPTEMBER 01 HEAR FROM SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES Cypress Families for Public Schools, a local nonpartisan public education advocacy group, is hosting a school board candidate forum ahead of the upcoming Nov. 7 election at the Weekley Community Center. 6 p.m. Free. 8440 Greenhouse Road, Cypress. www.cypressfps.org The local chamber of commerce hosts its annual bowling event. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. $425 (team of four). 15615 Glen Chase Drive, Houston. 281-373-1390. www.cyfairchamber.com
10 Stacey Steele, 7 p.m. 11 Pete Sca di, 7 p.m. 12 Mike Amabile, 7 p.m. 17 James Roosa, 7 p.m.
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pedestrian safety. Cost: $590,000 Timeline: construction to begin in second quarter 2024 Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3 4 Mason Road, Cypresswood Drive intersection improvements Harris County Precinct 3 will construct dual left-turn lanes on the southbound approach of the Mason Road and Cypress- wood Drive intersection, extend other left-turn lanes as needed and modify the tra c signal to accommodate changes. Cost: $300,000 Timeline: construction to begin in fourth quarter 2023 Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3 5 Mound Road extension Harris County Precinct 3 will extend Mound Road from Greenhouse Road to the Hot Wells shooting range property to add increased capacity, connectivity and drainage capabilities. Cost: $2.5 million Timeline: construction to begin in rst quarter 2024 Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3
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Cost: $7.5 million Timeline: construction to being in third quarter 2024 Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3 3 Hu meister Road sidewalk project A 5-foot sidewalk will be installed from Fleur de Lis Boulevard to north of Cypress North Houston Road on the east and west sides of Hu meister Road for improved
529 four-lane concrete boulevard with a raised median from Perry Road to Jones Road. New or upgraded tra c signals will also be added at Autumn Mills Road, Misty Moss Lane and Jones Road. 6 Funding source: Harris County Precinct 3 2 Cypress North Houston Road widening Crews will replace the two-lane asphalt Cypress North Houston Road with a
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Harris County Commissioners Court will meet at 10 a.m. Aug. 8 at 1001 Preston St., Ste. 934, Houston. 713-274-1111. www.harriscountytx.gov Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 24 at 10710 Telge Road, Houston. 281-550-6663. www.cyfairfd.org Jersey Village City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 21 at 16327 Lakeview Drive, Jersey Village. 713-466-2100. www.jerseyvillagetx.com MEETINGS WE COVER HIGHLIGHTS HARRIS COUNTY For low- priority calls to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, more deputies will be available to respond virtually thanks to a $1.7 million investment from county commissioners June 27. Harris County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the allocation of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to add overtime officers to HCSO’s TeleDeputy unit. The unit responds only to nonviolent calls—such as an abandoned vehicle or a crime tip—which make up about 60% of HCSO’s total calls, officials said. HCSO’s response time for emergency calls is about 14 minutes; the commissioners’ investment in the TeleDeputy unit is expected to bring the response time down to 10 minutes. JERSEY VILLAGE Officials with the city of Jersey Village broke ground on a new clubhouse at Jersey Meadow Golf Club on July 24 to celebrate the start of construction on the $8.72 million renovation that will include converting the existing clubhouse space into an event center. The project will include a new clubhouse, new pro shop, office space, new bar and grill, new bathrooms, event space and storage. Brookstone Construction is building out the space, which was designed by FGM Architects.
County considering affordable housing tax exemption policy
BY MELISSA ENAJE
HOUSING COST BURDEN A countywide housing needs assessment and 10-year strategy in October 2021 found nearly 500,000 families are paying more than they can afford for their homes.
HARRIS COUNTY A policy that will consider property tax exemptions for affordable housing owners is moving forward after a unanimous Commis- sioners Court vote July 18. Why it matters: An existing Texas tax code already provides exemptions to certain organizations that meet low-income housing requirements, but each local governing jurisdiction has to approve the tax exemption and specify the allowed threshold amount, said Mary Lawler, the CEO of Avenue, a Houston-based nonprofit affordable housing builder. “We are struggling right now with rising costs for our apartments and our ability to keep our rents affordable to working families and seniors who are really in need,” she said.
Annual household earnings Families paying more than they can afford
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could make it more financially feasible for certain organizations to build affordable housing units.
The finalized exemption policy is projected for completion by the end of August.
What’s next: Officials said the policy
Jersey Village prepares for FY 2023-24 budget
POTENTIAL BONDS ON THE BALLOT Jersey Village City Council members in July discussed the possibility of including up to three separate bond packages on ballots in the upcoming Nov. 7 election. Water and sewer
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• Sales and property taxes will bring in $13.65 million, about 60% of the city’s revenue. • The largest city expense is emer- gency services—$9.7 million in the proposed budget. The conditions: The proposed budget reflects rising inflation, infrastructure cost increases and residents’ expecta- tions for repairs of parks, streets and other services, city officials said. What’s next: Council is set to adopt a budget at its Aug. 21 meeting.
JERSEY VILLAGE In July, the Jersey Village City Council discussed proposed bond referendums and the proposed city budget for fiscal year 2023-24. Budget explained: The proposed budget will bring in about 8.24% more revenue than last year. • The proposed budget estimates $29.3 million in expenses. • Estimated revenue is calculated at the current tax rate of $0.7425 per $100 valuation.
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English learners Economically disadvantaged students STUDENT STATISTICS, 2022 23
Over the past ve years, Cy-Fair ISD has added 720 teachers to accommodate a net increase of about 1,600 students. In that time, the percentage of economically disadvantaged students, English learners and special education students have all increased locally. Additionally, the district continues to become more diverse as the student population grows each year; ve years ago, 1 in 4 students were white compared to a ratio of 1 in 5 students today. CY FAIR ISD
Special education students
18.9%
11.7%
58%
Statewide
62%
23.02% 12.74%
SOURCES: TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, CY FAIR ISD COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Statewide
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
Total number of teachers* 7,842
Percent change from 2020-21: +3.4%
371,802
Average teacher salary
$65,538 $60,716
Superintendent salary
$521,003 $165,700
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PORTRAIT OF A CY FAIR ISD GRADUATE COMPILED BY DANICA LLOYD DESIGNED BY TAYLOR WHITE
EXAMINING THE EVIDENCE The committee relied on local and global research in its development of the new Portrait of a CFISD Graduate.
This spring, a committee of educators, students, parents and community leaders updated the Portrait of a CFISD Graduate, a list of soft skills students need to be successful once they graduate high school. The committee is developing a marketing plan for the rollout at the start of the 2023-24 school year. SOURCE: CY FAIR ISD’S PORTRAIT OF A CFISD GRADUATE COMMITTEE COMMUNITY IMPACT
FUTURE OF JOBS REPORT The World Economic Forum predicts these will be the top skills needed in the workforce in 2025: 1. Analytical thinking and innovation 2. Active learning and learning strategies 3. Complex problem-solving 4. Critical thinking and analysis 5. Creativity, originality and initiative STAKEHOLDER SURVEY In a 2022 survey, CFISD stakeholders ranked the importance of the original Portrait of a Graduate traits as follows: 1. Competent problem-solver 2. Responsible citizen 3. E ective communicator 4. Self-directed learner 5. Quality producer
“WE NOT ONLY WANT BRIGHT, INTELLIGENT CHILDREN WHO KNOW HOW TO WRITE AND READ AND DO MATH, SCIENCE, HISTORY BUT WE WANT THEM WELL ROUNDED. WE WANT THEM TO BE GOOD CITIZENS. WE WANT THEM TO BE GOOD PEOPLE. WE WANT THEM TO BE KIND, TO BE EMPATHETIC. ”
The original list of traits is developed and has been used since.
HOW WE GOT HERE The committee’s goal was to modify a document the district has used for decades.
1990s
The committee and writing team convenes.
SPRING 2023
The new Portrait of a CFISD Graduate will be rolled out. O cials present ndings and proposal to the school board.
MAY, JUNE 2023
DEBBIE BLACKSHEAR, CY FAIR ISD TRUSTEE
AUGUST 2023
Cypress Ridge High School graduate Kourtney McCoy gives the graduation address May 25. (Courtesy Cy-Fair ISD)
A MODERN DAY PORTRAIT O cials said the updated Portrait is inclusive of all students and features language students can relate to today. These traits will be displayed and referenced districtwide.
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Learn and grow from challenges . Even through failures or di cult circumstances, persist and adapt to nd new solutions.
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Be honest and trustworthy. When faced with a tough decision, choose to be your best self. Have the courage to do what is right.
Think of others and how they feel. Despite our dierences, seek to understand others and see the world through their eyes.
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Mark Henry Cy-Fair ISD superintendent
12 YEARS OF SERVICE Cy-Fair ISD Superintendent Mark Henry has participated in hundreds of district events over the years.
BY DANICA LLOYD
2014
After 12 years as Cy-Fair ISD’s superintendent, Mark Henry is approaching retirement at the end of 2023. During his time in CFISD, he was named Region 4 Education Service Center Superintendent of the Year and was a nalist for Texas Superintendent of the Year. Henry has been heavily involved in the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce and has served as a trustee for the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation Leadership Committee as well as for HCA Houston Health- care. In late 2021, the board unanimously voted to name the newly opened administration building after Henry. He has a bachelor’s degree in secondary education, a Master of Education in administration and a Doctor of Education in administration. He has been an educator for 42 years—32 of which were as a superintendent in Texas school districts.
PHOTOS COURTESY CY FAIR ISD Inaugural Superintendent’s Fun Run 2015
WHAT WILL YOU MISS MOST ABOUT SERVING AS SUPERIN TENDENT OF CY FAIR ISD? That’s easy! All of the people and relationships that make up this incredible district—our students, par- ents, sta and community partners. HOW HAS THE DISTRICT CHANGED SINCE YOU TOOK ON THE ROLE 12 YEARS AGO? • Growth—from 107,995 students and 83 campuses to 118,500 students and 95 campuses; very little undeveloped land left • More diversity • Formation of district police department and increased focus on school safety WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR PROUD EST ACHIEVEMENT DURING YOUR TIME IN THE DISTRICT? I am proud of so many of our achievements during the past 12 years. These are just a few: • Although CFISD is the third-largest district in the state, we continue to have a strong sense of community with our neighborhood schools. This was exempli ed when the district came together to support the community during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. • Additionally, the Superintendent’s Fun Run collectively raised more than $1 million for CFEF student scholarships in the past 10 years. This endowment will positively impact students for years and years to come. • Passing nearly $3 billion in bonds in 2014 and 2019 to signi cantly address student growth, facility renovations, transportation upgrades, and safety and security enhancements • Received largest “A rated” district in Texas recognition in 2022
WHAT IS SOMETHING THE GENERAL PUBLIC MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE OF A SUPERINTENDENT? I feel an enormous sense of respon- sibility for the 118,000+ students and 19,000+ employees all day, every day, and the potential impact of the decisions I make on each of these individuals. Whether I am in the o ce or on vacation, I am working with and for our district. WHAT CHALLENGES STAND OUT AS YOU REFLECT ON YOUR CAREER IN CFISD? • COVID[-19] pandemic: extremely stressful time to lead a school district as the superintendent, as none of us had ever weathered a global event like this, and local, state and federal leaders were not always in agreement. We were lit- erally building the plane as we ew it while shouldering an enormous responsibility to educate students and ensure the physical and mental health and safety of everyone in our schools and facilities. • Safety and security concerns: Mass shootings at schools around the nation, such as Sandy Hook, Santa Fe and Uvalde, led to the need to review, evaluate and improve our safety protocols and facility improvements, such as the forma- tion of our own police department and adding secure vestibules, classroom phones, lockdown buttons, playground fencing, etc. • Value of public education: contin- ued ght to ensure that the public understands the importance of educating all children YOU PLAN TO CONTINUE LIVING IN CY FAIR AFTER RETIRING WHAT DOES THIS COMMUNITY MEAN TO YOU? This is my home! My three children
and (soon to be) eight grandchildren all live in the area. From the high quality of the hospitals, to the strong business relationships, to the active involvement of the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce, Cy-Fair is where I chose to work, and it’s where I choose to retire. [My wife,] Cindy, and I are also proud to have a strong church family at Bear Creek Baptist Church. I always say “Cy-Fair is a destination district.” WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO RETIRE NOW? I’ve had a 42-year career in education with 32 years as a super- intendent. All of my retired superin- tendent friends told me I would know when the time was right—I know I’ve reached that time. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOK ING FORWARD TO IN THIS NEXT STAGE OF LIFE? • More freedom to travel • Continuing to support public edu- cation in a di erent role, though not as a superintendent WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU HAVE FOR THE DISTRICT’S NEXT SUPERINTENDENT? Focus on people. Students, sta , families. A superintendent is a relationship person. If you continue to keep people rst, you build trust; you navigate challenges better; and you ultimately have success. WHAT ARE YOUR HOPES FOR THE FUTURE OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT? • Development of students into good citizens • Strong academics and a rich array of extracurricular activities • Employees who continue to have a passion for serving students
Read Across America Day
2016
Horizons Student Showcase
2017
Hoover Elementary School dedication
2020
National Merit recognition program
2022
Carlton Center graduation
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EDUCATION BRIEFS
2023 EDUCATION EDITION
Search rm selected to nd outgoing Cy-Fair ISD superintendent’s replacement
New elementary, middle school campuses opening in August
Texas high school students improve STAAR test scores year over year
HIGHLIGHTS CY FAIR ISD The ling period for the upcoming Cy-Fair ISD school board election began July 24 and runs through Aug. 21. The election for the four open seats will be held Nov. 7, and successful candidates will serve four-year terms. Trustee positions 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be on the ballot. Tom Jackson, Julie Hinaman, Gilbert Sarabia and Debbie Blackshear hold those seats, respectively, and could choose to run again. According to the Texas Election Code, candidates must be at least 18 years old by the rst day of the term, be registered to vote in the district, have lived in Texas for at least a full year and in the district for at least six months. Learn more at www.c sd.net/page/8043 Cy-Fair ISD board of trustees will meet at 6 p.m. on Aug. 7 at 11440 Matzke Road, Cypress. 281-897-4000. www.c sd.net Lone Star College System board of trustees will meet at 5 p.m. on Sept. 7 at 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 832-813-6500. www.lonestar.edu MEETINGS WE COVER
BY DANICA LLOYD
As part of the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, Texas public school students must perform at least to the “approaches grade level” standard on these EOC or equivalent exams to graduate from high school. The redesigned assessment this year emphasized writ- ing, and this was the rst year tests were administered almost exclusively online, o cials said. STAAR scores for grades 3-8 will be released to the public Aug. 16.
TEXAS Standardized testing scores in all ve high school end-of-course exam subjects—Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology and U.S. history—increased this spring compared to last year. While the scores cannot be directly compared due to a redesign of the test this year, the scores show continued academic recovery in the aftermath of pandemic-related disruptions, o cials said in a June 30 news release from the Texas Education Agency.
BY DAVE MANNING
nalist, JG Consulting. Thompson & Horton specializes in helping larger suburban school districts nd superintendent candidates. CFISD board members will be asked for nominations for focus group par- ticipants, which the rm uses to help narrow down the search. Additionally, representatives with the rm recom- mended a survey be placed on the district website for the public to weigh in on their preferences for the position.
CY FAIR ISD Thompson & Horton LLP, the consulting and law rm that helped Cy-Fair ISD nd and hire Superintendent Mark Henry, was selected by the CFISD board at a June 20 meeting to nd his replacement as Henry will retire later this year. There are about 70 superintendent vacancies across the state, o cials said. David Thompson and Mike Moses presented their case June 20, and they were unanimously chosen over the other
Sprague Middle School
Brosnahan Elementary School
PHOTOS COURTESY CY FAIR ISD
BY DANICA LLOYD
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PASSING END OF COURSE EXAMS, 2019 23 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness scores increased from 2022 to 2023 in all ve high school subjects tested. Data shows the percentage of students “approaching grade level,” which is the passing standard.
Also funded by this bond is the district’s 58th elementary school. Dr. Carla Brosnahan Elementary School will also open this school year, relieving M. Robinson and Sheridan elementary schools. The $33.2 million campus is located at 20220 Clay Road, Katy. Renee Silliman is this school’s inaugural principal, and its mascot is the Broncos. Campus namesake Carla Brosnahan spent her 39-year career in CFISD and most recently served as the district’s assistant superintendent of elementary school leadership before retiring.
CY FAIR ISD The 20th middle school in Cy-Fair ISD will open this fall to relieve campuses such as Smith Middle School. Located at 10611 Mason Road, Cypress, Roy J. Sprague Jr. Middle School was named after the district’s chief operations o cer who retired this summer after 26 years in the district. Elizabeth Bradley will serve as the inaugural principal, and the school’s mascot will be the Cubs. The $66.9 million campus was funded by the district’s 2019 bond.
Spring 2019 Spring 2021*
Spring 2022
Spring 2023**
A TENTATIVE TIMELINE
The search for a new superintendent is underway.
100% 60% 80%
JULY: Advertising for the job posting begins with placements on education job boards.
SEPTEMBER: The board will be given a list of candidates to interview.
20% 40%
OCTOBER: Superintendent Mark Henry’s replacement will be selected.
NOVEMBER: The candidate would be hired and ready to assume the role.
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Algebra I
Biology
English I
English II
U.S. history
DECEMBER: Henry’s retirement goes into e ect.
SOURCE: TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY COMMUNITY IMPACT *TESTS WERE NOT ADMINISTERED IN 2020 DUE TO THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC. **DUE TO A TEST REDESIGN IN 2023, A DIRECT COMPARISON OF SCORES CANNOT BE MADE TO PREVIOUS YEARS.
SOURCES: CY FAIR ISD, THOMPSON & HORTON COMMUNITY IMPACT
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