April 17, 2014

In This Issue

Outstanding Partner of the Year Goes To...

The Flipped Classroom

Turning Traditional Education on its Head

Some ECISD teachers are bringing a new teaching method into their classrooms with the new 'flipped classroom.'

This innovative approach to teaching evolved when some began to realize they were only engaging and teaching a select group of students. A small percentage of the students understood the classroom material and did not feel challenged enough, while other found themselves struggling to keep up with the latest topics. The new method has students viewing the class lecture and topics virtually and discussing the outcomes in class. Thus, giving each student the opportunity to work at their own pace or level and receive extra assistance from teachers if needed.

For full details of the story, visit out website and take a glimpse at ECISD teachers implementing this in our ECISD classrooms.

Huge News for Odessa High
Now a National AVID Demonstration School

After 18 months of preparation and site visits, the AVID program at Odessa High School is finally able to celebrate. On April 17 they were named an AVID National Demonstration School. This final stamp-of-approval signifies that Odessa High not only promotes, but exemplifies AVID's college-going culture.

To add to the great accomplishment, Odessa High is the only school in West Texas to earn the distinction. Way to go Bronchos, phenomenal job!

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Thank a Volunteer!
ECISD celebrates National Volunteer Week

Did you know, this year there are 615 volunteers who provided 41,500 hours of service, which is worth more than $950,000 in savings for our taxpayers! It is because of their dedication to education in Ector County that we can continue many of the activities, events and extracurricular programs for our students.

April 17, ECISD hosted a luncheon to thank many of our hardworking volunteers. For a sneak peek of pictures from the event, check of the Ector County ISD Volunteer and Partner's Facebook page.

Reaching Out to Hood Junior High
An Uplifting message from Nimitz Junior High

After almost two weeks away from their school, Hood students finally returned to their home campus just in time to begin their STAAR tests and were surprised by a kind gesture.

Their peers at Nimitz Junior High sent a special note of encouragement. All students signed a banner wishing Hood students their absolute best on their tests. Thanks to Nimitz for the warm welcome home to Hood students and staff.

Outstanding Partner of The Year Goes To...
Complex Community Federal Credit Union

Complex Community Federal Credit Union took home the coveted award of Outstanding Partner of the Year during the annual Volunteer and Partners Luncheon on April 17. The credit union has been a tremendous help to several ECISD schools and departments.

They have sponsored motivational speakers for all AVID students, taught financial literacy courses and donated to the Education Foundation of Odessa. ECISD is so thankful to have this flourishing partnership, congratulations to Complex Community Federal Credit Union!

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