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New Computer Lab Opened at WAMS
The Alice Independent School District, along with GTECH, opened the new computer lab at William Adams Middle School on Feb. 26, 2010. The new lab is part of the GTECH After School program, which targets at-risk children between the ages of five and 15. The lab is equipped with $15,000 in state-of-the-art computers, educational software, high-speed Internet access, furniture and additional technologically advanced products and services. The lab is designed for students in the school’s Science Enrichment After School (SEAS) program.

Those present at the ribbon cutting ceremonies included State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, State Representative Yvonne Gonzalez Toureilles, representatives from GTECH, local school board members, HEB and parent and student groups.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Alice Independent School District, as total community educational system committed to excellence, with primary emphasis on the pre-k to 12 program, is to graduate students who, through participation in a quality instruction program, in innovative and challenging educational experiences, and in creative partnerships with the community, will develop self system, moral values, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills which will prepare them to become responsible, productive citizens of the 21st century.

Welcome

Alice ISD serves over 5,200 students in Pre-K thru grade 12. Located in the "Hub City of South Texas", Alice has come a long way since its first school in 1888.

Currently there are six elementary schools, two intermediate campuses, one middle school and one 4A high school. Three of six elementary campuses have been rebuilt in the last six years. The middle school has recently been rebuilt and the new campus opened its doors this year. Approval has been given to rebuild the two intermediate school campuses. Alice ISD is definitely a school district looking to the future.


From the Computer Technician

Alice ISD and its Career and Technology Education Program does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color, or national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by Title IX, Section 504 and Title VI.  For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Jerry Cavazos at (361) 664-0981 and/or the Section 504 Coordinator Thelma Gallimore at (361) 660-2130

U.S. Department of Education

Low-Performing Schools - Read Full Article

West Virginia will receive $21.9 million to turn around its lowest achieving schools through the School Improvement Grants program.

Recovery Act Funds for States - Read Full Article

Florida, Iowa, Michigan, New Mexico, Ohio, and Utah are among the states to receive additional Recovery Act funds to help support education jobs.

ED Announces Civil Rights Review - Read Full Article

ED will examine the academic opportunities and access of English Learner students in the Los Angeles Unified School District to assess whether they are being denied equal educational opportunities.

Investing in Innovation - Read Full Article

The grant application and final priorities for the $650 million Investing in Innovation Fund (i3) are now available.

Education Stakeholders Forum - Read Full Article

The Elementary and Secondary Education Act is the focus of our next Education Stakeholders Forum on March 19.

High School Commencement Challenge - Read Full Article

The White House and ED announced the Race to the Top High School Commencement Challenge, inviting public schools to compete to have President Obama speak at their graduation this spring.


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