Tarrant County School Districts
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ARLINGTON ISD
The vision of the Arlington Independent School District is to be globally acknowledged as a premier school district. The mission of the Arlington Independent School District is to empower and engage all students to be contributing, responsible citizens reaching their maximum potential through relevant, innovative and rigorous learning experiences.
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AZLE ISD
Azle ISD is dedicated to Exemplary Education for the students of our community. We educate students from Tarrant, Parker, and Wise counties. The District includes the incorporated cities of Azle, Lakeside, Reno, Pelican Bay and Sanctuary and is located approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Fort Worth. The area is bordered by two beautiful lakes, Lake Worth to the south and Eagle Mountain Lake to the east. Azle ISD Vision Statement: Azle ISD is district in which students, educators, parents, and community collaborate to create an engaging educational environment which promotes life-long learners.
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CARROLL ISD
Carroll ISD is a K-12 public school system located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The 21-square-mile district consists of 11 schools serving more than 7,800 students and 1,000 employees. The district is one of the largest in the state of Texas to earn the top rating of "Exemplary" by the Texas Education Agency. In addition, the district and all campuses met the federal guidelines for the No Child Left Behind Act. Five of CISD's schools have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education. The Blue Ribbon Schools include Rockenbaugh Elementary, Johnson Elementary, Carroll Elementary, Carroll Middle School and Carroll Senior High School. Seven of 11 campuses were named to the Texas Business Education Coalition's 2011 Honor Roll. Carroll ISD earned the coveted 5A Lone Star Cup in 2012 for achieving the highest number of points in academics, athletics and fine arts competitions. Approximately 98 percent of Carroll's seniors go on to attend a college or university after graduation. The Class of 2012 earned more than $25 million in scholarships to colleges and universities across the nation. More than 90 percent of Carroll students take a college entrance exam, with composite scores on the SAT and ACT that exceed state and national averages. Carroll offers a full array of Advanced Placement and Honors courses, a challenging curriculum for gifted and talented students and special programs for students with special needs.
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CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY
The vision of Chapel Hill Academy is to offer a rigorous and enriching learning experience for all students, to inspire critical thinking and nurture a respect for self and others. Chapel Hill Academy provides a structured and innovative environment built on the belief that all children can excel, and their time at CHA is their first step toward a college degree. Through the power of a positive learning environment, the students are given a strong foundation that will prepare them for a future of success. Every student who begins their education at Chapel Hill Academy is encouraged to be a goal setter and realize their fullest potential. This means that the path to a college education begins on their first day at CHA. Regardless of socioeconomic or family background, the opportunity to advance through secondary education is an attainable goal.
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CROWLEY ISD
Mission Statement: Crowley ISD provides all students with excellence in education, engaging in partnership with our diverse community, through effective and efficient use of resources so that all students learn and succeed. Vision Statement: Crowley ISD will provide all students with a world-class, high-quality education where students are inspired and empowered to succeed in the global community.
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EVERMAN ISD
Everman Independent School District is located in the rapidly growing Dallas/Fort Worth corridor. EISD serves the city of Everman and portions of south Fort Worth, Forest Hill, and Burleson. The mission of the Everman Independent School District is to provide all students with an educational program which allows them to develop their full potential intellectually, physically, and socially in order to be responsible citizens and contributing members of society. Inherent within this mission is the belief that all students can learn and that schools can make a difference in the lives of students.
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FORT WORTH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS
Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts (FWAFA) is an open enrollment charter school specializing in performing arts as provided by Texas Education Code § 12.1171 and as such will admit students with a desire to fulfill their artistic ability. Students in grades 3-6 will be exposed to all the arts in addition to the academic curriculum. These students will audition in vocal music, theatre, and dance. Beginning in grade 7 and continuing through grade 12 students will select two of the arts in which they want to study along with the required academic curriculum. They will audition in two of the following: vocal music, theatre, dance, instrumental, or visual arts.
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FORT WORTH ISD
With over 80,000 students in 83 elementary schools, 28 middle schools and 6th grade centers, 14 high schools and 17 special campuses, Fort Worth ISD enjoys a diverse student population and strong community partnerships. Under the leadership of the superintendent and the Board of Education, the District is undergoing a series of initiatives that will redesign, transform and revitalize Fort Worth ISD Schools. Through our strategic plan, our expectation is that all Fort Worth ISD students will: be actively engaged as learners in rigorous curriculums; attend schools that are caring and supportive learning communities; be known by teachers in a personalized environment that meets individual needs; benefit from highly competent teachers who are held accountable to rigorous standards; and graduate well prepared for post-secondary education and gainful employment and be citizens that make a contribution to Fort Worth and the nation.
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HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (FORT WORTH)
Since the establishment of HSA, we have continually striven towards maintaining the high academic standards that will powerfully propel us into the 21st century. Because of our supportive parents, the faculty and staff have guided our students beyond all community and state mandated expectations. The faculty, Staff and Administrators at HSA are caring, competent, dedicated and willing to assist you. We are working very hard to provide the best possible learning climate to our students. The faculty and staff at Harmony Science Academy diligently work to mold responsive, productive, and civic-minded individuals. Each class has an opportunity to become a prolific community. The HSA faculty and staff have the profound privilege of inspiring our students to follow their dreams while making the world a better place for themselves and others.
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HURST-EULESS-BEDFORD ISD
The Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD has been named the #1 school district in Texas by Education Resource Group for the last six years using its “bang for the buck” formula of student performance and financial efficiency. Founded in 1958, HEB ISD’s rich history of excellence is demonstrated today through International Baccalaureate, Asian languages, Spanish Immersion, Core Knowledge Pre-K, and sister schools in China and India. These international programs provide HEB ISD students a world-class education that prepares them to compete in a global economy. The District is recognized across the state and nationwide for its superior curriculum, low teacher-student ratios, and a singular focus on instructional spending. This fine-tuned combination consistently makes HEB ISD the district of choice for families who want their children to have an academic edge. HEB ISD is rich with diversity, which gives the district a distinctly international flavor. Students come from homes where more than 60 different native languages are spoken. These include children from Pakistan, the Sudan, Mexico, India, Vietnam, and South Korea. The HEB community has one of the largest Tongan populations outside of the South Pacific. OUR MISSION: HEB ISD will maintain the quality of personnel and rigorous curriculum and instructional design necessary to meet the challenge of successfully educating our increasingly diverse population in an atmosphere that fosters strong character, encourages academic, physical, and creative achievement, and ensures student safety.
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JEAN MASSIEU ACADEMY
Jean Massieu Academy (JMA) is an open-enrollment charter school originally founded in 1999 to serve deaf, hard of hearing, their siblings, and peers. The Academy is unique in that instruction is provided in both English and American Sign Language (ASL). This bilingual environment removes communication barriers that normally exist for deaf and hard of hearing students within the traditional public school systems as well as providing acquisition of ASL for our hearing students. JMA believes that our bilingual communication environment has greatly enhanced student academic performance. Our deaf students benefit from exposure to the professional deaf adult role models on our instructional staff, while all students benefit from the highly qualified staff, small class sizes, and caring atmosphere at the Academy. This is clearly evidenced by students "can-do" attitude, pride in achievements, and academic success. The mission of Jean Massieu Academy is to promote educational excellence for children from Early Childhood through 12th grade, using innovative teaching methods. American Sign Language is utilized as the instructional language, with emphasis on mastery of English in reading and writing. Interdisciplinary curriculum is presented in a way that is relevant to each student’s world. Students will apply their knowledge of culture and language diversity and enter the global labor force of the 21st century with marketable skills.
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KELLER ISD
Keller ISD serves a diverse and fast growing community, and while keeping pace with the ever-changing landscape the district holds true to its history of excellence. The district serves portions of the cities of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, Southlake, Watauga, and Westlake and the entire City of Keller. Its 51 square miles encompass the third-largest land area in Tarrant County, and its tax rate of $1.6080 per $100 appraised value is the one of the lowest school tax rates in the county. KISD employs more than 3,400 staff members including just over 2,100 classroom instructional employees. Everything Keller ISD employees do is focused on providing an exceptional educational experience for students whether it be teaching in the classroom, maintaining the facilities our students use, or offering support and guidance for students and staff alike.
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KENNEDALE ISD
The mission of Kennedale Independent School District, as an educational leader, in partnership with families and the community, is to provide opportunities for academic excellence in a safe and supportive environment so that today’s students can become tomorrow’s leaders.
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MANSFIELD ISD
Mission Statement: Mansfield Independent School District ensures educational and personal success by: aspiring to high academic standards; fostering a community built on mutual support and excellence; delivering innovative educational opportunities; cultivating productive, lifelong learners.
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RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY (FORT WORTH)
Richard Milburn Academy is a free public charter high school designed to help students who have experienced difficulty in a traditional school setting. At RMA, students have the opportunity to earn a high school diploma in an environment in which they feel safe, supported and valued. Our non-traditional program and student-centered approach to education make RMA a good fit for students who have experienced difficulty in school and are looking to make a change in their lives.
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UPLIFT EDUCATION-SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY
The mission of Summit International Preparatory is to provide an education that empowers students to reach their highest potential and inspires a lifelong love of learning, achievement, service, and responsible citizenship.
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TEXAS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
North Texas Elementary School of the Arts’ mission is to provide artistic and academic programs specifically geared to primary aged children. TESA’s aim is to provide families from all socio-economic backgrounds with a place where their children can develop a love for the arts in an academic environment that is both meaningful and advanced.
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TREETOPS SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL
Mission Statement: "Our mission is to inspire students to climb to new heights in service, character, and education by creating a positive, safe community." Treetops International School was founded as a private school in 1969 and converted to a charter school in 1998. Our mission is to foster intellectual development and academic achievement by providing a school centered around challenging interactive learning experiences that consistently bridge traditional disciplines. Essential to the achievement of this mission is the establishment of a community of learning -- a community built upon the values of personal responsibility, consideration for others, respect for the environment, and academic integrity. Treetops supports the belief that education is a shared responsibility and family involvement is an essential component to the educational process. The campus has been developed as a more natural and nature-oriented 20 acre opportunity for learning.
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WESTLAKE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Vision: Westlake Academy inspires students to achieve their highest individual potential in a nurturing environment that fosters the traits found in the IB Learner Profile. ~Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, and Reflective~ Mission: Westlake Academy is an IB World School whose mission is to provide students with an internationally minded education of the highest quality so they are well-balanced and respectful life-long learners.
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WHITE SETTLEMENT ISD
MISSION: To educate and inspire all students to excel in society. VISION: All Brewer Bears...empowered to fulfill their purpose. MOTTO: One Team, One Purpose.