ECISD Chooses Path After Board Fires Former Leader
ECISD continues on a rebuilt course with new leadership and a broad community driven plan. Superintendent replacement aims to boost TAKS scores, enhance communication, and update the district strategic plan annually. Roy Garcia becomes Permian High principal, citing the school's reputation as a key factor in the transition.
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Wendell Sollis
Mendez
Roy Garcia
Permian High
Ector Junior High
Permian
ECISD shows TAKS gains and rising campus ratings in 2008
In 2008 ECISD posted improved TAKS results with no campuses rated unacceptable. Bowie Junior High nearly reached a recognized rating, and 13 campuses earned recognized status, aided by math and science gains. Reagan Magnet retained exemplary status, while AYP missed the federal benchmark due to math, science, and special education participation factors.
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ECISD
Bowie Junior High
Wendy Hines
Reagan Magnet
Hines
ECISD lays groundwork for desegregation unitary status and new ATC
The district reports progress on the 1982 desegregation consent decree with plans to apply for unitary status in January and notes corrective actions in minority teacher numbers. The 2008 curriculum change introduced a cultural Bible course taught by Christianna Jensen, and the Career Center became the Advanced Technical Center for 2008 09, expanding access to technology and career studies for over 1 100 students from both high schools.
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Christianna Jensen
Jensen
ECISD
Mendez
ATC
Career Center
OHS
Permian
ECISD reshapes leadership and curriculum amid 2008 changes
Interim Hector Mendez becomes full time superintendent replacing Wendell Solis as ECISD faces mediation over Bible curriculum and adopts a new cultural Bible course. TAKS scores rise with 13 recognized campuses. Bowie High nears recognition. Adequate Yearly Progress remains unmet due to new special education exams and state standards. Roy Garcia becomes Permian High principal after moving from Ector Junior High.
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Hector Méndez
Wendell Solis
TAKS
Reagan
Bowie Junior High
ECISD
Mendez
Advanced Technical Center
Roy Garcia
Permian High
Ector Junior High
Glaucoma Awareness Month at Tolia Eye Clinic
Dr. Nalin Tolia of Tolia Eye Clinic discusses glaucoma, its lack of early symptoms, and treatment options. The piece covers types, risks, tests, and the OCT technology, noting no cure but possible progression halt with medication and the importance of early detection. Located in Odessa with contact details.
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Tolia Eye Clinic
Nalin Tolia
Professional Plaza
Eastridge Rd
Ste. 100
Odessa
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