Taft ISD
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RLTJHS - 7th & 8th Grade Parents & Guardians,
Please join us on Monday, August 10th after the RLTJHS Meet and Greet for an Athletic Parent Meeting in the RLTJHS Gymnasium at 6:30 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you there! 🏐🏈🏃♀️🏃
Taft ISD Board Meeting--July 27, 2026
Before the regular scheduled board meeting this evening, Taft ISD School Board members and Dr. Garza signed a beam that will be used in the construction of the new high school. SpawGlass provided a steel beam that will be used in the construction of the facility so that their signatures will forever be a part of the new building.
Our Taft High School cheerleaders were also recognized for their leadership and dance awards that they received at their cheer camp at the University of Texas at Austin. Our cheerleaders were recognized among over 300 other athletes from all over the state for their skills, effort and spirit. Great job, ladies! #TPND
Before the regular scheduled board meeting this evening, Taft ISD School Board members and Dr. Garza signed a beam that will be used in the construction of the new high school. SpawGlass provided a steel beam that will be used in the construction of the facility so that their signatures will forever be a part of the new building.
Our Taft High School cheerleaders were also recognized for their leadership and dance awards that they received at their cheer camp at the University of Texas at Austin. Our cheerleaders were recognized among over 300 other athletes from all over the state for their skills, effort and spirit. Great job, ladies! #TPND
As the summer begins to wind down and we get closer to the 1st day on August 12th, a reminder that cell phones cannot be used by students on campus during the instructional day. We realize that students have had more access to their devices this summer, but the current policies on each campus will remain in place for the 2026-2027 school year! Thanks for your cooperation!
Taft ISD kicked off its annual Leadership Retreat on Wednesday at the Ricardo L. Trevino Junior High School Media Center, bringing together campus administrators, department supervisors and other instructional leaders from across the district.
Day 1 of the retreat, themed "Greyhounds Assemble," focused on goals and strategic planning for the new school year through district policies and procedures. On Day 2, Campus Instructional Leadership Teams were invited to receive an accountability from Region 2 ESC staff and work through a deep dive of district assessment data.
The Leadership Retreat reflects Taft ISD's ongoing commitment to developing strong leadership to serve students & staff and enhance the educational experience for every student across the district. #TPND
Day 1 of the retreat, themed "Greyhounds Assemble," focused on goals and strategic planning for the new school year through district policies and procedures. On Day 2, Campus Instructional Leadership Teams were invited to receive an accountability from Region 2 ESC staff and work through a deep dive of district assessment data.
The Leadership Retreat reflects Taft ISD's ongoing commitment to developing strong leadership to serve students & staff and enhance the educational experience for every student across the district. #TPND
Taft ISD Bond Update--July 24, 2026
Walls and roof materials continue to go up as construction continues to move east towards the auditorium. More spaces/areas are being defined through this construction. The brick wall of the auditorium continues to build higher as it sets the boundaries for the performing arts center. Roofwork continues on the gym and locker room area.
The concession stand and restrooms continues to progress at the baseball/softball fields. Groundwork is almost complete at the site for the new tennis courts with construction to begin soon. #TPND
Walls and roof materials continue to go up as construction continues to move east towards the auditorium. More spaces/areas are being defined through this construction. The brick wall of the auditorium continues to build higher as it sets the boundaries for the performing arts center. Roofwork continues on the gym and locker room area.
The concession stand and restrooms continues to progress at the baseball/softball fields. Groundwork is almost complete at the site for the new tennis courts with construction to begin soon. #TPND
Mark your calendars, Drug testing will be Monday, July 27th and Tuesday July 28th in the Taft High School Georgia Krumnow Center foyer. Students must have a signed consent form prior to testing. The consent form will be available each morning prior to testing.
Mark your calendars, Greyhounds, Whippets & Pups! We will be hosting our annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway & Health Fair on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 5-7 PM in the Krumnow Center (THS Cafeteria)! Hope to see everyone there! #TPND
Taft ISD Bond Update--July 10, 2026
Walls are beginning to go up on classroom spaces at the new high school and roof work continues on the gym area. Walls and metal roofing are almost completed at the baseball/softball concession stand which means interior work will begin soon. Soil injections continue at the site for the tennis courts to prep the grounds for those foundations. #TPND
Taft ISD Bond Update--Independence Day Edition
Work continues to move eastward on the high school construction site with more steel beams being erected along with metal tops being placed to form interior spaces.
Metal roof panels are also being placed on the concession stand/restrooms at the baseball & softball fields. Just to the east of the baseball field, groundwork is being prepared for the new tennis courts that will be built for use next season. #summerprogress #TPND
Work continues to move eastward on the high school construction site with more steel beams being erected along with metal tops being placed to form interior spaces.
Metal roof panels are also being placed on the concession stand/restrooms at the baseball & softball fields. Just to the east of the baseball field, groundwork is being prepared for the new tennis courts that will be built for use next season. #summerprogress #TPND
Wishing all of Greyhound Nation a safe and enjoyable 4th of July weekend! Happy 250th Birthday, USA! #TPND
The Taft ISD Food Pantry will be closed for the month of July. Operations will resume in August. Enjoy your summer!
A reminder that Taft ISD is under summer hours for June & July. Hours are Monday thru Thursday from 8 AM to 4 PM. On Fridays, offices are closed.
As we transition into July, campus offices will be closed the week of June 29th. Campus and district offices will be closed the week of July 6th.
Campus and district offices will reopen on Monday, July 13th. Have a safe and enjoyable summer break!
As we transition into July, campus offices will be closed the week of June 29th. Campus and district offices will be closed the week of July 6th.
Campus and district offices will reopen on Monday, July 13th. Have a safe and enjoyable summer break!
Taft ISD 2024 Bond Update
Roofing panels continue to go up on the framework as construction continues eastward. Steel beams continue to also go up towards that auditorium area that is now completely poured. At the baseball/softball fields, a similar situation is occurring as wall panels and frames are being put in place. Looking for even more progress this week with good weather forecasts and minimal activities in the district. #TPND
ESC Region 2 held a luncheon on Friday afternoon to recognize District Teachers of the Year in the region as well as Superintendent and School Boards of the Year. Samuel Loyd, Trevino Jr. High Art Teacher, was recognized as the Taft ISD Secondary Teacher of the Year. Naomi Moreno, Petty Elementary Special Education teacher, was also recognized as the Taft ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year, but was unable to attend.
We would like to congratulate both of these teachers for serving as exemplary educators in our district each and every day. We would also like to extend our wishes for all of our teachers in the district to enjoy a safe and relaxing summer break! #TPND
We would like to congratulate both of these teachers for serving as exemplary educators in our district each and every day. We would also like to extend our wishes for all of our teachers in the district to enjoy a safe and relaxing summer break! #TPND
School Supply Lists have been updated and available on our website under the Student Tab. You can also access at the link below and search for the appropriate campus:
https://www.taftisd.net/page/campus-school-supply-lists
The first day of school is August 12, 2026. Enjoy your summer!
https://www.taftisd.net/page/campus-school-supply-lists
The first day of school is August 12, 2026. Enjoy your summer!
The Taft ISD 2026-2027 Student Dress Code was approved at Monday night's board meeting. Parents, please be sure to review the dress code before you plan your back to school shopping. More information can be found at https://aptg.co/4TVS1N
Happy Father's Day to all of the fathers and father figures in the lives of our Greyhounds, Whippets & Pups! We hope you enjoy your day! #TPND
Taft ISD is excited to kick off the new PREP Mentorship Program, Texas Mentorship Training in preparation for the 2026-2027 school year. Taft ISD is partnering with ESC-2 to develop strong mentorship systems to support new teachers, increase teacher retention, and improve student achievement.
District and campus leaders have successfully participated in the first design session, where teams began building systems and structures to support effective teacher mentoring programs. Texas Mentorship Training, a Texas Education Agency initiative, empowers districts to strengthen support for new educators, enhance teacher effectiveness, improve retention, and ultimately promote student success.
District and campus leaders have successfully participated in the first design session, where teams began building systems and structures to support effective teacher mentoring programs. Texas Mentorship Training, a Texas Education Agency initiative, empowers districts to strengthen support for new educators, enhance teacher effectiveness, improve retention, and ultimately promote student success.
Due heavy rain forecasted for Tuesday (6/16), summer school classes will be canceled for Petty Elementary and Trevino Jr. High students. Taft HS students will report at 10 AM for scheduled EOC testing.
Taft ISD 2024 Bond Update
Concrete pour completed this past week for the lower level of the auditorium (in front of the stage location). Pours will be prepared for the slanted floor of the seating area. Steel continues to go up and you can now see the framework for the high school entrance at the end of Green Ave. Work continues on the gym and locker room areas on the west side fo the site. #TPND
Concrete pour completed this past week for the lower level of the auditorium (in front of the stage location). Pours will be prepared for the slanted floor of the seating area. Steel continues to go up and you can now see the framework for the high school entrance at the end of Green Ave. Work continues on the gym and locker room areas on the west side fo the site. #TPND
