Manifest Destiny Eduzine

The manifest-destiny-eduzine.pdf eduzine is a product from the University of North Texas, the Teaching American History Grant (Building Excellence in History Teachers) partner with Irivng ISD.  Traditionally, students have challenges with concepts related to Manifest Destiny.  This eduzine (education + magazine) is highly interactive while still appearing in a magazine format.  Check it out!

Texas History Contest

The Texas State Historical Society sponsors an academic contest each year for Texas history, the Texas Quiz Show.  Consider sponsoring a team from your middle school. 

Nimitz HS Students Visit with Supreme Court Justices

Here is an article from the Irving ISD District Weekly as it features Nimitz students who were selected to be part of a session to meet with Supreme Court Justices.  Thanks to their teacher, Helen Bradley, for being an important link for getting these students involved in this unique experience. 

End-of-Course testing info

Recently, Lyall Hartley from Irving HS went to Austin to the Texas Education Agency’s session for input on the upcoming end-of-course testing that will begin in 2012. 

 Report on End-of-Course Testing