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May 29, 2014 
In This Issue
Guilty!
A College-Going Culture
Preliminary STAAR Scores
Congratulations Class of 2014!
Texas Scholars
Guilty!
Milam Elementary puts Pandora on trial

Third and fourth grade GT students from Milam elementary fought tirelessly as both the prosecution and defense teams in the case of The People v. Pandora.  The unique lesson took place in the Ector County Courthouse with Judge Chris Clark presiding and fifth grade teacher, Stephanie Clark in the defendant's chair portraying Pandora.   

Pandora was ultimately found guilty of unleashing illnesses and misfortune on her people when she opened a box given to her by the Greek gods.The lesson encompassed various GT studies including their reading of Pandora's Box myth, the American legal system and public speaking.  Visit ECISD's Facebook page a glimpse inside the courtroom! 
A College-Going Culture   
Odessa College  inspiring 6th graders 

After speaking with sixth grade students on the importance of career goals and higher education Dr. Williams,President of Odessa College, drove the point home to students by having them all sign letters of intent.  The letters signified their desire to graduate high school and their interest in attending and eventually graduating from Odessa College.  

This is just one of the many efforts that OC has partnered with ECISD in hopes to makes our students college and work force ready.  Thank you, OC for the support! View more pictures from the event on ECISD's Facebook.  
Preliminary STAAR scores   
ECISD closely mirrors state trends 


The preliminary scores for this year's 3rd-8th grade students were released on May 29 and show some improvements in 6th grade math, reading and science.

While many of the scores are still being calculated, and will not be released until August, ECISD will now begin breaking down the scores to see how individual students are performing.  To view the preliminary scores by grade level, view the STAAR story on ECISD's website.  
Quick Links
What you should know about student privacy
Congratulations Class of 2014!  
ECISD's Graduation Schedule

With the end of the school year fast approaching, graduation parties to attend and final exams to finish- don't forget about the big graduation ceremonies!  

NTO- Friday, June 6 at 2:00pm at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center 
PHS-Friday, June 6 at 8:30pm at Ratliff Stadium 
OHS- Saturday, June 7 at 8:30pm at Raliff Stadium 

'Like' ECISD's Facebook and follow us on Twitter for live tweets and pictures from each of the ceremonies.
Texas Scholars
City recognizes students for service to the community

On Tuesday, May 27 the Odessa City Council recognized 17 ECISD students for their dedication and service to the community.  These 17 students are the top volunteers of the 484 students who currently participate in the Texas Scholars program.  

The program is a partnership with ECISD, Odessa Chamber of Commerce, local businesses and non-profit agencies to encourage students to get involved in their community through different volunteer efforts.  This year, ECISD Texas Scholars have volunteered more than 19,000 hours!  To view all the names of the top Texas Scholars, visit the ECISD webpage.  
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