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"Quinlan ISD...Progressively Moving Forward and Shining in Success"
2014 Hall of Fame Inductees...

QISD Communications
Be Informed and Stay Informed...











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QISD Panther Theater Presents The Wizard of Oz
Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4
7:00 pm, FHS Auditorium
$5.00 at the door
 

FREE QISD Aftershool Program
Applications are available at EACH Campus.
Visit http://ace.quinlanisd.net/ for more information.
ACE-A-THON
RESCHEDULED ~ Monday, October 6, 2014
7:00 - 8:00 pm 
QISD HOMECOMING 2014

Featuring Panther Fans through the Decades

Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014
Parade:  10:00 am
Information and Registration by Oct.16:

Fall Festival:  12:30 - 2:30 pm
Information and Registration by Oct.13:

Alum Flag Football: 12:30 pm Information and Registration by Oct.16:

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014
Community Rally & Bonfire
FHS Gym/Parking Lot ~ 7:00 pm

Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014
QISD Hall of Fame Induction
FHS Auditorium ~ 1:15 pm

Friday, Oct. 24, 2014
Kindergarten Parade/District Rally
Lytal Field ~ 9:00 am

Homecoming Pre-Game Ceremony
Lytal Field ~ 7:00 pm

Panther Bands through the Decades
Recognition/Performance ~ Half-time
Special Invitation Extends to
QISD Panther Band Alumni
 
QISD is honoring Panther Bands through the Decades during half-time of Homecoming 2014!


SEEKING FHS ALUMNI & MORE
Currently Serving in the United States Armed Services
D.C. Cannon Classes Set to Adopt Soldiers and Support Troops!
Please send us your soldier's name and current military address to:
[email protected] or mail it to:  Gina Jackson, Cannon Elementary, 315 Bus. Hwy 34, Quinlan, TX  75474.  Please send it as soon as possible!  
32 Soldiers NEEDED...
"Each DC Cannon Elementary School class is so excited about adopting a soldier and we are also working with area businesses and community groups to make the care packages very special.  We anticipate sending at least three care packages throughout the year to each soldier we are able to adopt.  We look forward to hearing from you," said coordinator Gina Jackson.
FHS Senior Parent Night
Ford High School Counselors will host a Senior Parent Night on Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm in the auditorium.  There will be a presentation for parents regarding the college application process (www.applytexas.org) and financial aid information.   
All seniors and their parents are invited.  For more information, email Counselor Marlo Scott at [email protected].
PARENT ENGAGEMENT

Tips on Keeping Children Drug Free

Monday, Oct. 20, 6:15-7:15 pm 

The Raffa Clinic Now Serving Quinlan

Pregnancy/Parenting Classes offered by The Raffa Clinic will be held behind the QISD Community Learning Center (in a portable building) located at 401 Panther Path.  

 

If you would like more information about any Raffa class offering, you can visit The Raffa Clinic's website at www.raffaclinic.org. You can also call Becky Shaw at 903.454.9711 for more information.

 

QISD COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER

401 PANTHER PATH

QUINLAN, TEXAS 75474
Email:  [email protected] 

 

Quinlan ISD...There's an App for That!
Easier, Faster, Quicker Communications Right on your Smart Phone...Download our new App Today! 
     Quinlan ISD has launched an official mobile app designed to enable students, parents, staff and the broader community to stay informed and access a wealth of district and school information directly from their smart phones.  Quinlan ISD began the development of the mobile application over the summer.  This mobile app will offer another convenient resource for information and communications happening in the district.
     "We wanted to provide important information from our website and student information system and deliver it directly to our students and parents," said Tiffony Upchurch, Quinlan ISD Director of School Community Relations.  "In most cases our parents and students access their smart phones far more than a desktop computer.  Our goal was to go beyond providing convenient items like lunch menus and directions to athletic events and provide students and parents with password protected access to valuable parent portal information.  When parents sign-up to connect to their child's Parent Portal or LunchMoneyNow, they will have direct access on a daily basis to their child's grades, attendance information and lunch account balances."
     Developed in partnership with SchoolMessenger, the app will further provide families with 24/7/365 access to event calendars, notifications, news and social media.  In addition, the app provides quick access to a staff directory.  The Quinlan ISD app is customized and includes a direct link to important programs such as ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education) and Fine Arts information.  Panther Perks, a new program to share discounts and offerings from area businesses, will also be included.
     "The vast majority of our parents have smart phones, and that number is increasing on a daily basis.  In most cases, we have families with access to a smart phone but not necessarily a home computer.  This year we are integrating the use of smart phones into our technology curriculum in the classroom.  If we're going to engage students and parents through this modern technology in the learning process, we need to be on the cutting edge in welcoming this new technology for the advancement of better communication within our schools," said Dr. Debra Crosby, QISD Superintendent.
     The QISD mobile app is already available in the Apple App Store and the Android Market.  Both versions are free to the public. 

24 FHS STUDENTS SET TO GRADUATE WITH ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE ~ How Did We Get HERE?
     For five years students in Quinlan ISD have had expanded opportunities to acquire the skills and education they need to be competitive in a 21st century marketplace.
Opportunities continue to include rigorous core academic training, leadership development, industry certification, technical training, college preparatory instruction and college credit courses.  College awareness has been implemented through promoting a College Day every second Tuesday of the month.  Other awareness initiatives include displaying college Alma Maters in every teacher's classroom, the hanging of college flags and pennants throughout the campuses and encouraging field trips at all grade levels to include college campus visits.  In addition, each campus organizes a college and career fair.
     At the elementary and middle school level, leadership programs related to growing the "whole" child and fostering increased academic training and study skills include the implementation of
The Leader in Me program based on Steven Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Successful People.  The entire district has applied The Fundamental Five teaching approach that intensifies structured classroom instruction.  A strong emphasis on curriculum has been a top priority at all grade levels.  An increased emphasis has been placed on math and science programs by implementing robotics and rocketry programs at the middle and high school campuses.  A Student Leadership Series provides students with guest speakers on topics related to drug and alcohol awareness, patriotism, financial freedom and more. Fine Arts programs have grown by leaps and bounds at every campus and have been a strong influence in the increase of music and academic related scholarships at top universities.

     Further, Quinlan ISD has built-up its college course offerings with Paris Junior College to offer FHS students the chance to earn an associate's degree for FREE. To date, Over 400 FHS students have earned over 3,000 college credits while in high school and several million dollars in academic related scholarships.  QISD provides free tuition, fees, books and transportation for all students who qualify.  This year, the first group of twenty-four FHS students will graduate with their high school diploma and PJC Associate's Degree.
 
     In addition, QISD offers free career training and certifications in a variety of industries such as cosmetology, ag mechanics, auto tech, construction trades, animal science, business and finance, sports medicine, STEM and audio/visual production.

     The 2014 Ford High School College Day is set for Thursday, October 30, 2014. Senior parent College Information Night is set for that same evening from 5:30 - 7:00 pm in the FHS auditorium.

 

FHS College Board Social Studies AP Scores for College Credit RISING
     "As a part of Quinlan ISD's district goal to prepare students for college, FHS began offering College Board AP classes and exams for college credit in addition to free college courses approximately four years ago.  The scoring range for a College Board exam is one to five (1-5).  The passing rate for these exams is a three or higher and normally a three or higher will earn college credit for the student," said Director of Secondary Instruction Chandra White.

     Students are able to take the College Board Human Geography Exam as freshmen, offered by Teacher Maxey Hooks.  This past year, eight students earned a three or higher on this exam.  One student earned a five, the highest possible score.  According to White, "We began offering College Board Human Geography in 2012.  Since 2012, passing rates for FHS students have risen 24%.  We are very proud of this significant gain."
 
     FHS has offered the AP College Board World History course and exam for sophomores since 2011.  From 2013 to 2014, students passing this exam increased by 9%.  "New this year is the College Board AP European History Class being offered to juniors and seniors.  We are anticipating continued increases in student passing rates," said White.
 
     Other College Board AP classes offered include AP English Language and Composition and AP Spanish Language. "We want more students preparing for and passing these AP exams in addition to taking free college/career programs offered at FHS," White further stated.

 
First FHS Student Earns Highest Score on College AP Human Geography Exam

     FHS student Hannah Overly is the first student to earn the highest score possible of a "5" on the College Board AP Human Geography exam.  Under the guidance of FHS History Teacher and Department Chair, Maxey Hooks, Overly mastered the exam through forming strong study habits.  According to Overly, "The preparation required lots and lots of reading.  The accomplishment of scoring the highest score means one more positive step toward college.  I am doing as much as I can to make my high school career worthwhile and to set myself up for success in college."

      Overly goes on to say, "I mostly studied the materials that Mr. Hooks would give me.  I really tried not to think about the test itself and focused each week by studying for the weekly quizzes available to prepare for the exam.  My father is the pastor of Tawakoni Assembly of God, and in the church I was able to use the overhead projector to learn all of the countries of the world.  I also used flash cards for the hundreds of vocabulary required to study for the exam."
 
     Mr. Hooks states, "I am very excited about Hannah's accomplishment.  FHS AP scores and pass rates on College Board AP Social Studies exams are rising significantly.  Over the next few years we should see a lot more student success rates coming out of Quinlan Ford.  I am very proud and honored to be a part of this district that is placing such a high value on students and their ultimate success beyond high school."

Fall Semester Save the Dates

Dates are NOT guaranteed and are subject to change.
Go to http://www.quinlanisd.net for other events and testing dates.

Second Tuesday of the Month: College T-Shirt Day
Second Tuesday of the Month: All Pro Dads Breakfast, 7:00 am
Third Tuesday of the Month: iMoms Mornings Breakfast, 7:00 am
Every Friday: School Spirit Day - Wear Panther Blue

For all athletic schedules, news and information, go to the QISD Athletic Website at:  www.quinlanpanthersathletics.com

SEPTEMBER 2014
29       Student Holiday; Faculty In-Service
30       ACE After School Program Begins 


OCTOBER 2014

1         BIS, TMS & FHS Leadership Series
           Character, Leadership, Bully Prevention: Magic with a Message
3         End of First Six Weeks
3         BIS Clothe-the-Kid Fundraiser: $1 to wear caps
3         FHS Wizard of Oz Performance, 7:00-8:00 pm
4         FHS Wizard of Oz Performance, 7:00-8:00 pm
6         ACE-A-THON, Ford High School, 7:00-8:00 pm
9         BIS Perfect Attendance/AR Awards Assembly
10       BIS A Honor Roll Luncheon/Awards Assembly
10       TMS Back-to-School Dance, 7:00-9:30 pm
13       Student Holiday; Faculty In-Service 
14       College Spirit Day, Wear Your Favorite College Shirt
14       All Pro Dads Monthly Breakfast, 7:00 am
18       District-wide Homecoming Parade & Fall Festival
20       Keeping Kids Drug Free, Community Learning Center, 6:15-7:15 pm
21       iMoms Mornings Monthly Breakfast, 7:00 am
21       QISD Meet the Choirs Concert, 7:00 pm
22       United Against Bullying Unity Day-Wear Orange
22       District-wide Community Rally and Bonfire
23       QISD Hall of Fame Luncheon/Induction
24       BLUE OUT - District-wide Kinder Parade/Pep Rally and Football Game
27       QISD Early Release; Parent Conferences
30       FHS College and Career Day Leadership Series
30       Senior College Night, FHS Auditorium, 5:30-7:00 pm 

NOVEMBER 2014
3         Bullying:  What Parents and Students Can Do, 6:15-7:15 pm
11       College Spirit Day, Wear Your Favorite College Shirt
11       All Pro Dads Monthly Breakfast, 7:00 am
11       All District Veteran's Day Leadership Series  
15       Women's Self Defense Basics, 1:00-4:00 pm
18       iMoms Mornings Monthly Breakfast, 7:00 am
24-28  Thanksgiving Holiday

DECEMBER 2014
2         TMS One Act Play Performance, 7:00-8:30 pm
8         TMS Winter Choir Concert, 7:00 pm
9         TMS Winter Band Concert, 7:00 pm
10        Parent Aim For Success Abstinence Meeting, 6:00 pm
11        FHS Band and Jazz Winter Concert, 7:00 pm, FHS Library
12        FHS Aim For Success Leadership Series 
12        QISD Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration, 6:30 pm
13        Quinlan Christmas Parade, 2:00 pm
15        TMS Beginner Band Winter Concert, 7:00 pm
16        FHS Winter Choir Concert, 7:00 pm
19        Last Day of School for Fall Semester

ROAR:  Recognize ~ Observe ~ Act ~ Report
Anonymous Bully Reporting Available at EVERY QISD Campus 

UNITY DAY - UNITED AGAINST BULLYING
WEAR ORANGE 
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2014


 To Learn more about the ROAR program and district "Safety Matters", CLICK HERE.

The Quinlan Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs.  Inquiries related to the policies of the Quinlan Independent School District should be directed to Chris Taylor, 903-356-1200. 

E-News Produced by: 


Tiffony Upchurch

QISD Director of School Community Relations

(903) 356-1222

[email protected] 

QISD Graphic Design Artwork

Kathy Goleman, Director of Marketing