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August 12, 2010 - Vol. 7, No. 1

The first day of school is almost here. This is just a quick back to school edition of the Mansfield ISD Messenger newsletter. Thank you for subscribing and feel free to share your thoughts on this e-newsletter or if you have some information or news to feature.
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District is 'Recognized' in 2010
Research, Assessment and Accountability

Accountability RatingsDue to the outstanding performance of our teachers and students, Mansfield ISD is a Recognized District in 2010 according to the accountability ratings released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) on July 30.

The District is proud to report that 89 percent, 33 of the 38 campuses that receive the ratings, are designated as either Exemplary or Recognized. In 2009, 74 percent of the district's campuses were Exemplary or Recognized.

Read more and get the full accountability list of campus ratings.
Fan Fest 2010 - Tonight!
Thursday, August 12

Athletics

Fan Fest
The Mansfield ISD Athletics Department will hold the 4th Annual Fan Fest on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at Vernon Newsom Stadium.


Fan Fest has become the annual free kick-off event at Newsom Stadium. It features the District's high school varsity football teams, drumlines, cheerleaders, and drill teams.

Community members can take this opportunity to choose their seats, purchase football season tickets, and meet the football players and coaches on the field while enjoying an evening in a pep rally-like atmosphere.

Along with the varsity football teams and coaches, this year's Fan Fest will feature exhibitions by:
  • Mansfield Legacy High School Drumline
  • Mansfield Timberview High School Drumline
  • Mansfield Summit High School Cheerleaders
  • Mansfield High School Drill Team

Additionally, Fan Fest will provide family-friendly offerings including:
  • Free Hot Dogs
  • Concessions Available
  • Season Ticket Sales
  • Spiritwear
  • Bake Sale Items
  • Free T-Shirts (limited quantities available)
  • plus on-field time for the kids

Mansfield ISD Fan Fest
Vernon Newsom Stadium
3700 East Broad Street
Mansfield, TX 76063
Thursday, August 12, 2010
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Back to School

The first day of school is Monday, August 23, 2010. Please make sure you are checking the Back to School page for school supply lists, schedule pick-up and meet the teacher dates.

Our staff is busy preparing for the new school year. We hope you enjoy these last few days of summer and we look forward to seeing and serving the students of Mansfield ISD.
Odds & Ends

High School Graduation Schedule Set
Summer Graduation 5:30 PM on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in the Great Room of the Administrative Complex located at 605 East Broad Street, Mansfield, TX, 76063.

August School Board Meeting 7:00 PM on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in the Board Room of the Administrative Complex located at 605 East Broad Street, Mansfield, TX, 76063.

New Principal named at Smith Elementary
The Mansfield ISD School Board named Lea Boiles as the new principal for Elizabeth Smith Elementary at their July meeting.
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