Former Katy ISD educators Steve and Elaine Robertson were joined by the Robertson “Bulldog” Family during the Feb. 21 official dedication ceremony of the district’s newest elementary school. During the ceremony, the school community enjoyed performances from the Bulldog Choir, presentations from elected officials, and heard heartfelt remarks from district leadership and the Robertsons.
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3/2/23
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Alejandro Avendano, a Katy ISD parent and volunteer, was announced as chairperson for the district’s Community Bond Advisory Committee at the Feb. 27 Katy school trustees meeting.
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3/2/23
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Area voters will have plenty of choices to make in the upcoming May 6 general election. Here is an overview of who has filed for what office in Katy, Brookshire and Pattison.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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3/2/23
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To hear Dawoud Rivas, a ninth-grade English teacher Paetow High, tell it, Katy ISD is known for its athletic programs. But as Paetow’s chess sponsor, he and his team—and their peers around the district—are making moves of their own
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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3/2/23
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Education briefs for Feb. 23, 2023.
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2/23/23
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With Katy’s population continuing to grow, officials from local colleges are developing and promoting plans for students to “start in Katy and finish in Katy” as they pursue their higher education goals.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/23/23
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Cowboys and cowgirls come in all forms. And if they have special needs, there’s a place for them at the Katy FFA Livestock Show.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/23/23
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Education briefs for Feb. 16, 2023
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2/16/23
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For many Katy-area students and their families, few objects match the iconic value of an FFA jacket.
The basic design of the blue and gold jacket dates back to 1933 and is so popular that millions …
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/16/23
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Katy ISD Position 3 Trustee Ashley Vann said Thursday that she will not seek a fourth term to the school board this May.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/9/23
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Katy school trustees recently called for the formation of a Community Bond Advisory Committee to review annual enrollment growth, school building capacities, renovation needs at aging campuses, as well as safety and technology needs across the district. The committee will be charged with determining the need for a 2023 schools bond program.
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2/9/23
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Education briefs for Feb. 9, 2023.
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2/9/23
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Katy ISD has announced Jason Sowders as the new principal of Olga Leonard Elementary School. Sowders, who has over 20 years of educational experience, will join the Leonard Leopards beginning Feb. 20.
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2/9/23
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The Katy Area Chamber of Commerce and the Katy Business Association have been busy recruiting chili teams who are ready to put their favorite recipe to the test. Over 34 chili teams will be competing this year, cooking a variety of chili to share with the community.
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2/9/23
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As Katy-area students continue to show a strong interest in agriculture, horticulture and environmental studies issues, officials at Houston Community College’s Katy campus are developing programs to train workers in those fields.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/2/23
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Tasha McDonald and Dax Nesossi are Katy ISD’s district-wide Teachers of the Year for 2022-23.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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2/2/23
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Education briefs for Jan. 26, 2023.
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1/26/23
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Katy school trustees have named the district’s two newest elementary schools to honor two couples who have dedicated their careers to serving Katy ISD students.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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1/26/23
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Katy school trustees Monday set a May 6 election at which district voters will decide who fills three positions on the board of trustees.
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By George Slaughter, News Editor
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1/26/23
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Education briefs for Jan. 19. 2023.
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1/19/23
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