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Jarrell Residents Line 5th Street for Homecoming Parade

The 2013 Jarrell ISD Homecoming Parade was the place to be Wednesday, October 2.  Residents lining the streets were treated to over 25 parade entries traveling from 1st Street, down Avenue H, and turning on to 5th Street in Downtown Jarrell as it headed to the Jarrell Middle School parking lot for a spirited pep-rally.  

Leading off the parade this year were two people that the planning committee felt spend a considerable amount of time supporting Jarrell ISD, most of the time behind the scenes.  It was a pleasure to have The Jarrell, TX - Hometown Spirit - King and Queen riding in the Deborah's Digital Design parade entry (driven by JES Principal, Jack Wilson, accompanied by JISD Board Member, Tookie Mullen.)  Congratulations to Troy "King" Clawson and Brenda "Queen B" Cooper.

Top prize for JISD entries went to the Jarrell Varsity Football team on their football field inspired float.

Second place went to the The Cougarettes.  The future cheerleaders of JHS.

Third Place went to Jarrell FFA.

 

Top float for the business community was awarded Clawson Disposal for their innovative entries which consisted of dual cannons mounted on a rolling sound system (Troy's Truck), a motorized dumpster and the newest addition to their fleet.  Watch the cannons go off here.

A video of the parade can be seen here.  Links to both the cannon shot and full parade are on the Deborah's Digital Design facebook page.

Friday is a big day for JHS.  Lady Cougar Volleyball teams face the Lady Eagles from Salado in  big district match-ups beginning at 3:30, with the Freshman and Junior Varsity teams, followed by Varsity.  Homecoming Court will be presented at 6:30 and the Homecoming game against Johnson City will begin at 7:30.  Please watch facebook (www.facebook.com/DeborahsDigitalDesign) for links to photos from all of these events.

Jarrell ISD - Early Release on Friday, September 27

A message from JARRELL ISD This is a reminder from Jarrell ISD that this Friday, September 27th, is a district-wide early release day. All campuses will be released at 12:30 and bus transportation will run at this time as well. Please make arrangements for your student's afternoon transportation if they do not ride a bus.

Good News from JISD Board Meeting - Jarrell Middle School Construction on Track and JISD Tax Rate Remains Unchanged

The middle school is on track and visible changes will begin soon. The first and second pads have been poured. Concrete should be complete next week. This is just in time for steel to start going up on September 23. The campus will regain use of one of their gymnasiums by the end of September, They are just waiting on the fire alarm and communication system install to complete and the Fire Marshall to inspect.

Jarrell ISD School Board made it official last night at the September 16 meeting of the JISD Board of Trustees. The group officially approved the resolution setting the 2013-2014 Tax Rate to $1.39 per $100 value. This rate is unchanged from last year. This was exciting news after receiving the update on construction report on the new Middle School.

In other business, the Board approved the AgriLife Resolution, granting excused absences to Jarrell 4H participants attending 4H events.  The 2013-2014 Code of Conduct and District Improvement Plan were also passed.  As the district grows, so do work loads and responsibilities.  In light of this, the district added a Maintenance/Receiving Clerk position.  All of these decisions were unanimously passed by the full board.

Finally, in the Superintendent's report, Dr. Chapman shared that the district enrollment was 1128, but Mr. Wilson quickly added that he has two more coming in to the JES campus this week.

Also read about the Cougars Roar award from the meeting:  http://jarrelltexas.blogspot.com/2013/09/jarrell-hs-teachers-recognized-for.html

Jarrell HS Teachers Recognized for Successful Summer School Session

The JISD Mission Statement reads: Jarrell ISD will have high expectations for all students. The district will make every effort to attract and retain the most qualified teachers available who will enhance the positive image of our schools in the community. The caring atmosphere provided by these teachers will help promote the positive self-image for the students in the district. JISD will encourage positive staff morale by providing clean and attractive campuses.

The district recognized some of these teachers in the Cougar's Roar presentation at the September 16 Board Meeting. JHS Principal, Michael Stovall, and the Board of Trustees took time to recognize some of the teachers that made the busy summer school session a success. Coach Fitzner, Mrs. Makal, Ms. Finch, Mr. Coyle, Ms. Barker and Ms. Stephens all received a certificate and the "JC" pin from the Trustees, who in turn, presented Mr. Stovall with the Cougars Roar honor for their part in the success of the busy summer session.

We are excited about JISD Building a New Middle School....take a look!

The estimated construction completion will be the summer of 2014. Each month we will post new pictures and information to keep you updated on the progress.

• Board Update - 2013 August.pdf (217.00 KB)
• Board Update - 2013 July.pdf (190.28 KB)
• Board Update - 2013 June.pdf (217.08 KB)
• Board Update - 2013 May.pdf (204.17 KB)
• Board Update - 2013 September.pdf (219.27 KB)
• JarrellBond Update_Apr2013.pdf (275.04 KB)

Friday Night Sports for JHS

Lady Cougar Volleyball Teams de-sting the Holland Hornets.  9th Grade won 2-1, Junior Varsity 2-1 and Varsity 3-0.

On the football field, the Jarrell Cougars defeated Holland Hornets 34-18. 

Great season openers!!

Jarrell High School Meet the Teacher, Monday, September 9

JHS will hold it's Meet the Teacher Night on Monday, September 9th in the High School Cafeteria from 6:30pm - 8-00pm

JISD Bus Information for 2013-2014 School Year

Welcome back Students and Parents to a new school year!!!!! Transportation of students in a safe and timely manner is the highest priority of the Team here at the Transportation Department of Jarrell ISD. We provide bus transportation to and from school as a courtesy service for students residing in the Jarrell ISD. We have adopted procedures and rules for all children while riding the School Bus that also includes the restrictive measures for violations of the rules. We are asking for your assistance in developing their knowledge about these procedures, rules and violations. The Student Bus Riding Handbook can be reviewed by clicking on the link below. If you should have any questions or concerns about your child/children’s experience as a bus rider, the bus he or she will be riding or the route, please call the Transportation Department at 512-746-4860. Respectfully, Jackie Ivicic Transportation Director Files:  2012 - 2013 School Bus Rider_s Safety Handbook.pdf  Street names _ routes 2013-2014.pdf

JHS Meet the Cougars Hot Dog Dinner

Meet the Cougars
Hot Dog Dinner sponsored by Jarrell Athletic Booster Club
High School Cafeteria
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
7:00-10:00 PM

JISD Meet the Teacher & Schedule Pick Up - Info for all campuses

High School Schedule Pick Up - Wednesday, August 21st from 8:30-11:30 am or 1-4 pm

Elementary School Meet the Teacher - Thursday, August 22nd from 5:30-7:00 pm 

Middle School Schedule Pick Up - Thursday, August 22nd from 5:30-7:00 pm 

Volunteers Needed at JISD for School Based Truancy-Diversion Program

http://ncc.wilco.org

Letter to Community from JISD Superintendent, Dr. Bill Chapman

Dear Cougar Country, I hope each and every one of you have enjoyed your summer break, and are ready for what the new school year will offer you! This has been a busy summer in Jarrell ISD.  Our administration and principals have been hard at work to hire quality instructional personnel to round out our already stellar staff.  Our maintenance and custodial staff have been preparing our buildings, structures, and classrooms to be ready for our students. The technology department has been reconstructing the entire district network to allow every staff member and students better internet access.  Our teachers have been attending trainings and workshops to be more effective in their classrooms to assist each and every child to achieve their goals!  And by the way, have you noticed the construction on 5th Street and Avenue C? This also will be a year of change.  We have over 25 new teachers to the district, so please take the time to learn more about these new members of our JISD family.   Our JHS staff will stay up on the coming graduation plan changes so that we may instruct our students and parents on the new routes to college graduation.  In addition, we will educate students and parents on the new STAAR EOC changes that have taken effect immediately.  Finally, we are still growing in Jarrell ISD.  We ended the 2012-2013 school year with 1082 students.  We anticipate opening the 2013-2014 school year with about 1200 students. This is due to the growing housing market in the Jarrell area.  All of us at Jarrell ISD are proud to be an important part of this growing and vibrant community.  We will continue to provide a quality instructional setting and educational experience for each and every student in the Jarrell Independent School District which will provide them choices and opportunities upon graduation.  Please feel free to contact me or any member of the JISD administrative team with any issue that may arise.  We are here to assist you as needed.  Please make sure to “like” our Facebook page, as we will continue to use that as a means to communicate quickly to parents and community members.  I wish each and every student, staff member, parent, and community member a wonderful school year, and as always GO COUGARS! William R. Chapman, Ed. D. Superintendent Jarrell Independent School District Link to posting on JISD website.

JISD Call for Trustee Election for Place 5 and Place 7

The Board of Trustees of JISD called for a November 5th Election for Place 5 and Place 7.  The deadline for filing for candidacy is August 26, 2013, 5:00 pm.  Information is available at the Jarrell ISD Administration Building.  More information about the boundaries and expectations can be found on the Jarrell ISD website.

Jarrell Tennis Team Getting Courts At JHS

Jarrell has had a tennis team for several years now, but they have to travel to other locations just to practice.  However, the JISD School Board took steps to rectify the situation at the August 12th School Board Meeting.  The Trustees voted unanimously to build courts at JHS across for the Baseball/Softball fields.  According to the current construction schedule, the courts should be ready by January 1, 2014.  Exciting news for the district and last year's District Gold and Silver Medalists,  Van Stewart and Brady Jurk.  It will be exciting to watch the program grow with the addition of the courts.  I'm sure that Coach Cooper can't wait!!

JISD Board of Trustees Deliver GREAT News RE: Tax Rate

At the JISD School Board Meeting held Monday, August 12, Dr. Chapman and the Jarrell ISD Board of Trustees delivered a great piece of news for the taxpayers of the district.  When the Certified Property Values for the District came in to the Business office, they were at a level that raising taxes to will not be necessary.  A new JMS campus without raising taxes....that serves as a pretty good indication of the growth in the community and how necessary the new campus will be.

The Tax Rate will not officially be set until the school board meeting scheduled for 9/16/2013, but Dr. Chapman indicated that unless a major issue arises (which is HIGHLY unlikely) that they are not currently aware of, the taxpayers will continue to pay the same rate at last year.

Annual American Legion Post 317 Reverse Raffle - August 24th

On August 24, the Legion will host the 11th Annual Raffle and Auction. Only 150 tickets will be sold. They are available from Legion members and at Post 317, 201 W. FM 487 in Jarrell. Tickets are $50 and include all you can eat and drink for two people, as well as one entry into the raffle. Raffle prizes are: 1st place -$1500 Academy gift card; 2nd place - $300 WalMart gift card; 3rd place - $200 Visa gift card. In addition to the raffle, attendees will have the opportunity to take home some great auction items. Silent auction tables will be set up throughout the evening, and a live auction will take place during the festivities. Auction item donations are still needed. Persons with item(s) to donate should contact Valeree Bertram at 512-876-7081.

City of Jarrell Election - Filing Deadline August 26

ELECTION INFORMATION

General Election is November 5, 2013

The first day to file for a place on the General Election is Saturday July 27, 2013. City Office Hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm closed from 12:00-1:00 for lunch, with exception of the Last day to file for a place on the General Election August 26, 2013 offices will be open till 5:00 pm. City Hall is located at 161 Town Center Blvd., Jarrell, Texas 76537.

List of Documents below pertaining to the General Election:

Please click on document to view

Notice of deadline to file applications for place on the ballot

Press Release for Candidate Packets for the November 5 General Election

JISD 2013-2014 School Supply List - Pre-K Through 8th Grade

School starts in about 2 weeks, do you have all the school supply you need to start the year?  If not, links to the Jarrell ISD lists are below.

• 1st Grade Supply List.pdf (274.93 KB)
• 2nd Grade Suppy List 2013-14.pdf (196.90 KB)
• 3rd Grade School Supply List 2013-14.pdf (56.24 KB)
• 4th Grade School Supply List.pdf (47.43 KB)
• kinder supply list for 2013-2014 _1_.pdf (255.22 KB)
• MS 2013-2014 school supply list.pdf (65.87 KB)
• Pre-K Supply List 2013-14 _1_.pdf (63.65 KB)
• Pre-K Supply List 2013-14_Spanish Version.pdf (38.63 KB)

Jarrell Chamber of Commerce Meeting - August 21 @ 11:30am

Please make plans to join us for lunch at 11:30 with a 12:00 meeting to follow to be held at the Jarrell Community Center in Jarrell Memorial Park. Lunch is $10 and a RSVP will be required. If you are planning to join us for lunch, please RSVP via one of the below methods. RSVP cancellations must be received by Monday, August 19 @ Noon.

Monica's Czech Bakery will be catering the lunch for this meeting. On the menu: Chicken Tetrazzini, Cole Slaw, Hot Rolls, Fruit Salad and Cookies. We will ONLY order lunch for the number of RSVPs that we receive.

If you would like to attend please contact Deborah Marquis at info@jarrellcoc.com or via this FB event to RSVP.

Additionally, a message may be left at 512-677-5501.

JES and JMS Meet the Teacher and Schedule Pickup Dates Announced

Please mark your calendars...
Jarrell Elementary School Meet the Teacher and Jarrell Middle School Schedule Pick Up will be Thursday August 22nd from 5:30-7:00 pm.

JISD 2013-2014 School Calendar

Jarrell ISD New Mandatory Enrollment Procedures for 2013-2014 School Year

All new AND returning students will be required to attend 1 of 4 registration sessions in order to fill out all documentation required by state law before the start of school. 

Registration sessions will be held on August 12-15th from 4-8 pm at Jarrell High School for all returning and new students PK-12th grade.

All students must bring updated proof of residency which can be a utility bill, lease, or voter’s registration card along with a copy of the guardian’s driver’s license. New students will need to bring additional documentation that can be found on the Jarrell ISD website.