Waco ISD

GET FIT, STAY STRONG! 💪🏽During Week 4 of the Waco ISD Police Department Junior Citizen Police Academy, the focus was on fitness and defensive tactics. 💪🏽 Students engaged in various exercises, emphasizing the importance of staying physically fit—not just for their personal well-being but also to better serve and protect their communities. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Students participated in team-building activities that reinforced camaraderie and trust among their peers while learning valuable self-defense techniques. 🥋 The instructors shared insights on how fitness plays a crucial role in law enforcement, enhancing their ability to respond effectively in challenging situations. 🚓 We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and engagement throughout the training! Keep up the great work, everyone! 🌟👮‍♀️👮‍♂️

STRONGER TOGETHER! 💪 The teachers at Bell's Hill Elementary School consistently support their students' goals and dreams!💯 Mr. Castro plays chess with a student♟️, Mr. Sulton teaches a student how to measure 📏, and Mrs. Tello encourages her class to work together as a team. 🤝 We appreciate all the educators who go above and beyond to teach students skills that contribute to their success inside and outside of the classroom! 💫👏 #WISDomWorksWonders

Join Our Team! 🎉 Waco ISD is hosting a job fair on 🗓️Saturday, March 28, 2026, from ⏰9 AM to 11 AM at Waco High School, located at 4200 Colcord Ave., Waco, TX 76710. 🏫 We are hiring for all positions. 👩‍💼👨‍💼 Please preregister at the following link: forms.gle/DgQSuLRctFupc7…. We hope to see you there! 🤗 #WISDomWorksWonders✨

MASTERING TIME, BUILDING MINDS! 🕒🧠✨Students in Mrs. Winner’s class at Dean Highland Elementary are working diligently to master the important skill of telling time 🕒. They are focusing on analog clocks and learning how to read both the hour and minute hands ⏰. Understanding how to read an analog clock is essential as it helps students develop spatial awareness 🧠 and critical thinking skills 🔍. Additionally, it significantly contributes to their overall mathematical education by allowing them to practice counting by fives ✖️5️⃣ and grasping the concept of time intervals. #WISDomWorksWonders

FLORAL DISCOVERY! 🌸🔍 Tennyson Middle School students in Mrs. Prather’s 7th-grade science class dive into spring with an exciting floral experiment! Students meticulously observe each part of a flower and discuss how photosynthesis helps plants grow and thrive. 🌱☀️ This hands-on experience encourages students to appreciate the intricate designs and complex systems found in nature! 🍄🌳 #WISDomWorksWonders

READING TAKES YOU PLACES!🌼📚 Provident Heights Elementary School celebrated a big achievement this spring! 🎉 A total of 40 enthusiastic students successfully completed their Spring Reading Challenge! 🌟 These young bookworms dove into a variety of stories, exploring new worlds and expanding their imaginations. Each student’s dedication was recognized with special certificates and prizes 🏆✨ Great Job! #WISDomWorksWonder

STRONG & HEALTHY! 🍎🌟 Baylor University students visit Crestview Elementary and speak to students about the importance of gut health. They explain how the gut plays a crucial role in absorbing the nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy. 😎☀️ We appreciate these Baylor students for encouraging our students to eat healthy and nutritious foods! 🥕😃 #WISDomWorksWonders

LIGHTS, CAMERA, CREATIVITY! 🌟🎥The Bill Taverner Interscholastic Film Festival showcased student projects from La Vega, University High, and Waco High schools in Waco 🎥✨. The festival began with promotions, commercials, and public service announcements (PSAs), followed by screenings of four animated shorts and six short films. During the event, the audience voted for the Audience Choice Award 🏆. The winner was "Sundance Showdown," created by Waco High senior Alana Bond 🎉. This festival honors Bill Taverner, an influential audio-visual instructor who inspired many students to embrace their creativity 🎓💡. His legacy is celebrated through the incredible works of students this school year. A video recap was filmed by UHS student Jaycob Montoya, while photos were taken by Aaron Taylor and Bryce Collins, also from UHS 📸👏. Justin Sanchez edited the final recap film. #WISDomWorksWonders

Journey Through the Solar System, One Planet at a Time! 🌌🔭🚀Students at Brook Avenue Elementary are exploring the Solar System as part of their 3rd-grade science curriculum (3.8C). Mrs. Basquez's students researched their favorite planets and wrote reports about them. Now, they are bringing their learning to life by creating 3D models of their own Solar System! 🪐✨#WISDomWorksWonders

INSPIRING MINDS, BUILDING FUTURES!🐝👩‍🎓 🎉 Congratulations to all the students from University High School who took part in the Citizen Bee Competition! 🐝 A special shoutout to Xochitl Gardea for placing FIRST in the Texas Citizen Bee Competition! 🥇 This is a fantastic statewide civic education program and competition. Xochitl will now advance and represent ESC Region 12 at the State level! 🌟👏#WISDomWorksWonders

LEARNING FROM THE PAST, INSPIRING THE FUTURE! 📚✨ Recently, 8th-grade Pre-Advanced students from Cesar Chavez Middle School had an unforgettable visit to the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. 🏛️✨ During their time there, they explored captivating exhibits on the Holocaust and human rights. 🌍💔 They were also fortunate to engage with Holocaust survivors through interactive AI hologram technology, allowing them to ask questions and gain deeper insights. 🤖💬 To make the experience even more meaningful, the students wrote down their own questions. It was truly a powerful learning experience! 🙌📝#WISDomWorksWonders

MATH MEETS MARCH MADNESS!🏀📊❤️✨ Lake Air Montessori students in Marc Dominguez’s class are putting their math skills to work in a fun and exciting way—using numbers, predictions, and probability to try and figure out who will win the NCAA Tournament! 🏀➕📊 From analyzing stats 📈 to making smart predictions 🤔, these students are showing that math can be used in real-world ways every day. Learning is always more exciting when it connects to something students love! ❤️✨

EMPOWERED WOMEN, EMPOWERING THE FUTURE! 🌟💪✨ Recently, Waco ISD hosted its Annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, an inspiring event where empowered women uplift the next generation of middle and high school girls. 🌟 The day was filled with mentorship, leadership talks, and opportunities for community building. From insightful keynote speakers to the bright-eyed faces of our future leaders, we celebrated the brilliance and potential of every young woman in attendance. 💪✨🌸 Visit flic.kr/s/aHBqjCNpS5 to see more photos. 📸#WISDomWorksWonders

Join us and get free groceries from the Mobile Food Pantry hosted by Shepherd's Heart! 🥫✨ 🥫 FREE FOOD! 🥫 📅 Friday, March. 20 | ⏰ 3–4 PM 📍 Across from Brook Avenue Elementary (Mt. Carmel Baptist Church) 🚗 Drive-thru available 🚶 Walk-ups welcome-bring your family and friends! Free groceries for our community! Please help us spread the word to those who may benefit! 💙🙌 #WISDomWorksWonders

POWER AND PRECISION! 💜✨The University High School Winter Guard team competed in the NTCA Novice Championship. Students skillfully spun and twirled their flags with precision, showcasing their balance, strength, and coordination. We are proud of these students for coming together to deliver a synchronized and stunning performance! 👏#WISDomWorksWonders

Join us for the Board of Trustees' Meeting tonight at 6 p.m. Please enter through 5th Street. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! #WISDomWorksWonders

SPRING CREATIVITY BLOOMS BRIGHTLY!🌸✨ At Cedar Ridge Elementary, PK-1st-grade students dove into the delightful world of spring with the story "Fletcher and the Springtime." 🌷📚 After reading the heartwarming tale, the little ones let their creativity blossom as they crafted their very own colorful flowers! 🌼✂️ #WISDomWorksWonders

WATCHING NATURE'S MIRACLE: FROM EGG TO DUCKLING! 🥚➡️🦆 Kendrick Elementary School is on Egg Watch in the library! Throughout the month, students will dive into the fascinating life cycle of ducks, learning how these adorable little creatures develop from eggs into fully fledged ducklings! 🥚➡️🦆 A huge thank you to Frontier Pioneers Hacienda for generously donating 24 duck eggs! 🎉 We can't wait to observe these amazing transformations and document the journey together. #WISDomWorksWonders

RIDING THE WAVES OF IMAGINATION! 🌈🚗✨ Crestview Elementary Pre-K students had an amazing time at the Transportation Parade! 🚗🚌 From colorful cars and towering trucks to fun buses and more, everyone showcased their creative rides. 🎉 Everyone had a blast cruising through the parade! 🎈✨#WISDomWorksWonders

Waco ISD’s Comic Fest and Cen Tex Teen Book Fest teamed up this year for an absolutely amazing event! 🎉✨ Students and community members had a blast hanging out with awesome authors, talented illustrators, and cool publishers—and they even picked up some fun knowledge in workshops! 📚🤓 It just goes to show how educational comics can be! A big shoutout to University High School teacher Matt Menefee and Librarian Kelly Cunningham for making this fantastic event happen! #WISDomWorksWonders