Connally Independent School District

All Connally ISD campuses will be OPEN on Friday, April 25. ALL students should be in attendance for normal instruction. A full copy of this year's calendar can be found here: https://5il.co/2r8xx

On Monday, April 21, 2025, the Connally Independent School District Board of Trustees took a moment to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Don Hancock. Dr. Hancock was a proud alumnus of Connally ISD. After graduating, he served a variety of schools in the Central Texas area as a teacher, coach, and an administrator. He spent many years of his career serving his alma mater as a member of the school board, a campus principal, and as superintendent. He was honored as the ESC Region 12 Superintendent of the Year in 2003. Even after retiring, members of Cadet Nation could often see Dr. Hancock out in the community as an active member of the Lakeview United Methodist Church and huge supporter of Connally Cadet Athletics. Dr. Hancock's family was recognized at this month's board meeting and were presented with a tribute resolution prepared by Representative Pat Curry, who serves Connally's legislative district in the Texas State House of Representatives. Representative Curry's tribute resolution, which was filed in our state legislature, highlighted the enormous contributions that Dr. Hancock made to the students, teachers, and community members of Connally ISD throughout his lifetime. The resolution was read aloud to all attendees of the April 21 board meeting, and the Hancock family was presented with an official copy of the document. Dr. Hancock's love of his faith, his family, and his community was evident in everything that he did. He set the #CadetStandard that our students strive to uphold every single day.

We had a packed house at Monday night's board meeting! That's probably because there are so many great things happening around Connally ISD! Congratulations to the following athletic teams that were recognized for their outstanding achievements this season: - Both the CHS Boys and Girls Soccer teams saw fantastic growth this season and received numerous district honors. - The CHS Boys and Girls Powerlifting Program had a fantastic season. Multiple students qualified to the Regional Powerlifting Competition, and Bryen Hooper qualified for the STATE Powerlifting Competition! We are so proud of each of these Connally Cadets! They are model representations of the #CadetStandard!

We had a packed house at Monday night's board meeting! That's probably because there are so many great things happening around Connally ISD! Congratulations to the following students and employees from Connally High School who were recognized for their outstanding achievements! 9th Grade Student of the Month - Joshua Stevens 9th Grade Student of the Month - Madison Ocampo CHS Teacher of the Month - Kassidy Pereira CHS Employee of the Month - Walter Smith We are so proud of each of these Connally Cadets! They are model representations of the #CadetStandard!

We had a packed house at Monday night's board meeting! That's probably because there are so many great things happening around Connally ISD! Congratulations to the following students and employees from Connally Junior High School who were recognized for their outstanding achievements! 8th Grade Student of the Month - Samuel McDaniel 8th Grade Student of the Month - Madison Roberson CJH AVID Student of the Month - Shiya Luevano CJH Teacher of the Month - Deshaun Johnson CJH Employee of the Month - Paula Aguilar We are so proud of each of these Connally Cadets! They are model representations of the #CadetStandard!

Thank you to everyone who came to last night's MEET THE CANDIDATES event! It was great to see so many members of our community turn out! Were you unable to attend last night? Don't worry - we've got you covered! Check out this recording of the Town Hall Meeting to hear from each of the candidates running for a spot on the Connally ISD Board of Trustees. Candidates were given the opportunity to introduce themselves, discuss their plans and priorities as potential board members, and answer a broad range of questions regarding the state of the district. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccQO18oCt-w

YOUR VOTE MATTERS! Today is the first day of early voting for the May 2025 elections. Connally ISD has two seats on the Board of Trustees up for election. Early voting will end on April 29. Election day is May 3. For more information about the election, visit votetexas.gov.

We just sent out this week's edition of THE FLYOVER! Click here to read all about the awesome things going on around Connally ISD! https://connallyisdtx.edurooms.com/engage/connally-independent-school-district/newsletters/the-flyover-4-21-2025

The Connally ISD Board of Trustees will meet on Monday, April 21 at the Administration Building for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. For more information regarding our school board, click here: https://www.connally.org/page/board-of-trustees

All Connally ISD campuses will be closed on Friday, April 18. Students will report back to school on Monday, April 21. A full copy of this year's calendar can be found here: https://5il.co/2r8xx

COME AND MEET THE CANDIDATES! Make plans to attend Connally ISD's first ever MEET THE CANDIDATES town hall event on Tuesday, April 22 at 6:00 PM at the CISD Administration Building. This event will give community members the opportunity to hear from the individuals running for a spot on the CISD Board of Trustees. A recording and/or live stream of the event will be provided for those who are unable to attend in person.

We just sent out this week's edition of THE FLYOVER! Click here to read all about the awesome things going on around Connally ISD! https://connallyisdtx.edurooms.com/engage/connally-independent-school-district/newsletters/the-flyover-4-14-2025

Connally ISD is eager to work with the newly revived Connally Cadet Education Foundation! The foundation, under the leadership of Linda Peoples Lindsey (Class of 1981), Dr. Chandai Phillips (Class of 1981), and Coach Clifford Anderson (Class of 1976), is excited to work towards a number of goals, including: -Providing opportunities for Connally Alumni to reconnect and socialize -Working to enhance Cadet Pride throughout our community -Offer teachers classroom grants -Offer student clubs and organizations additional grants and funds -Offer scholarships to graduating seniors (including students entering trade schools) The Education Foundation is kicking off an alumni COMMUNITY CHALLENGE! Between now and May 5, 2025, the foundation is hoping to gather contact information for as many Cadet Alumni as possible! The push to gather contact information coincides with the organization’s first fundraising drive - the goal is for each CHS graduating class to raise $1000.00 in funds to help support the aforementioned initiatives! If you’re interested in sharing contact information or donating to the education foundation, contact Linda Peoples Lindsey via email at linda.lindsey1@yahoo.com or phone at (830) 591 - 8212. Checks can be made payable to: Connally ISD Education Foundation ATTN: Connally Cadet Alumni 200 Cadet Way Waco, TX 76705 Interested donors may also elect to send a donation through Venmo at @ConnallyCadetAlumni beginning on April 15. The Education Foundation is excited to host an alumni picnic in May! The picnic is tentatively scheduled for May 17 at the football field. Additional information will be shared as it is available.

All Connally ISD campuses will be OPEN on Friday, April 11. ALL students should be in attendance for normal instruction. A full copy of this year's calendar can be found here: https://5il.co/2r8xx

Unfortunately, the Connally Athletic Booster Club has had to cancel their upcoming golf tournament. If you have already paid for a team registration fee or sponsored a hole, please contact Jamie Anderson via email at sj3canderson@yahoo.com. The Athletic Booster Club's next meeting is set for Tuesday, April 29 at 6:00 PM in the Connally ISD Multi-Purpose Building.

THE 2025 - 2026 INSTRUCTIONAL CALENDAR IS NOW AVAILABLE! Next year's calendar continues Connally's hybrid 4-day intensive intervention system. Additionally, the district will be closed for a full week for Thanksgiving Break, two full weeks for Winter Break, and a full week for Spring Break. The first day of school for students is set for August 12, 2025. The last day of school is set for May 21, 2025. To view next year's calendar, click here: https://5il.co/3cy2o

We just sent out this week's edition of THE FLYOVER! Click here to read all about the awesome things going on around Connally ISD! https://connallyisdtx.edurooms.com/engage/connally-independent-school-district/newsletters/the-flyover-4-07-2025

Connally ISD's School Health Advisory Council will hold a meeting on April 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the Connally ISD Admin Building. The district's wellness plan is on the agenda. Anyone interested is invited to attend the meeting. Questions about this meeting can be directed to Pam White, CISD RN, at pwhite@connally.org.

The Connally Independent School District is currently in the planning process for the 2025-2026 ESSA Consolidated Federal Application for the following programs: Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs, Title I, Part C - Migrant, Title II, Part A - Improving Teacher Quality, Title III, Part A - Language Instruction for Limited English Proficient and Immigrant Students, and Title IV, Part A - Student Support and Academic Achievement. Eligibility is based on low income data and enrollment. Private Nonprofit Schools and/or Homeschools with government nonprofit status that serve students living within Connally ISD boundaries and are interested in receiving program information on participation and/or providing input into the program planning for services for eligible students may contact Melissa Sulak, Director of Federal & Special Programs at msulak@connally.org or 254-296-6460.

Connally ISD is making plans to improve our parent communication and engagement! We value your input! Your feedback is crucial as we work to better serve our students, parents, and entire school community! Help us make the #CadetStandard even better by taking a moment to fill out the appropriate survey about your student's campus! CECC Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/PvtD8D4jDA2vaNZQ9 CPS Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/9GFtXPAvaibA5qwt5 CES Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/ATabJyX9LcmCRsEL7 CJH Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/tGXYxYSAdDKo1d1bA CHS Parent Survey: https://forms.gle/RVukCZoHg16X62iMA