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Inspired Learners
Was that Ms. Frizzle?
Amos Elementary students seem to know Valerie Felicity Frizzle more than most, which is something of a big coup, considering that this eccentric third-grade teacher has a way of getting around. Using a variety of unusual magic devices - and a pretty engaging wardrobe to make it come to life - this fictional character from the Magic School Bus books teaches kids scientific concepts and manage to do so right at their academic level. | Amos Elementary staff members Therese Bopes, Loli Moon and Mary Harris are just a few who dressed as Ms. Frizzle.
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Engaged Community
Dunn Turns 40
School anniversaries are always festive affairs, but the shindig Dunn Elementary threw recently was more than celebratory: it was a pep rally and endearment gathering all wrapped up in one. Several of Dunn's principals from its 40 years were on hand, as was Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos and a number of the district's board members. What sets Dunn apart, and that was shown during the ceremony emceed by current principal Mary Helen Burnett, is the rather spirited love from the tight-knit community it serves. | Current and former Dunn Elementary principals joined together during the 40th anniversary celebration.
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Inspired Learners
Veterans Salute
Veterans Day never comes to the AISD in the form of a whisper; it's usually with considerable fanfare, whether it is with trumpets blaring or drums beating. It is rare for a campus to let such a momentous day come and go without all sorts of moving ceremonies, and this year was the same, as dozens of schools had assemblies, showed films in classes, read books, conducted work studies and had one-on-one visits from former and current military personnel. | Duff Elementary honored veterans from their families and community and put their names on stars for a wall of honor.
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Engaged Community
Community Givers
When Bowie High School first began its local outreach that would involve cleaning up its surrounding neighborhood, Assistant Principal Dr. Keith Johnson didn't quite know what to expect. Who would show up? How would the residents who live near the school react? | More than 350 students, teachers and administrators participated in Bowie Gives Back Day.
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