Jourdanton ISD

Does your child need a vaccine before returning to school? Check out this mobile clinic coming to JHS!


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NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Welcome CHRISTY MCCOLLUM! She will be teaching science at the Jr High


Howdy! This will be my 25th year teaching middle school math/science and we are excited to be joining the Jourdanton family. I am a proud Aggie. I have four kids: Cooper who is a trauma surgery device rep in San Antonio, Cash who plays college football in Utah, and Reagan and Rylee who will be a senior and a freshman at JHS. I love the river and the lake, concerts and live music, road trips, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to getting to know you!

Welcome to the TRIBE!

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT!

Welcome Amanda Cantu! She will be joining the Elementary campus as a 4th grade math teacher!

Hi everyone, I am super excited to join the Jourdanton Family. This is my sixth year in teaching. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary English Language Arts and Reading, a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and I’m currently working on obtaining my principal certification. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone in this new community.

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UPDATE:

🎉 158 students have already had their registration copmleted — that’s amazing!
We’re thrilled to see so many getting a head start. Keep it up, everyone! 🙌✨

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is ready!!

Visit https://jourdantonisd.esvportal.com/Login.aspx to login and complete your students registration.

If you do not remember your username or password, we ask that you DO NOT make a new account just simply contact your child's campus or email apalomo@jisdtx.us or byarbrough@jisdtx.us and we will help you!

EACH and EVERY student that returns to JISD for the 25-26 school year MUST have a registration complete before meet the teacher night.

Please note there was a mistake on the 4th Grade Supply list, it has been fixed. The link remains the same, but has been updated. https://5il.co/3l427

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is ready!!

Visit https://jourdantonisd.esvportal.com/Login.aspx to login and complete your students registration.

If you do not remember your username or password, we ask that you DO NOT make a new account just simply contact your child's campus or email apalomo@jisdtx.us or byarbrough@jisdtx.us and we will help you!

EACH and EVERY student that returns to JISD for the 25-26 school year MUST have a registration complete before meet the teacher night.

We are back and rested from our week off and ready to kick off another NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT!

Welcome JOSHUA MILLER!

Hello! My name is Josh Miller, and I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the Jourdanton team this year as the Assistant Principal of Jourdanton Early Childhood Center. Supporting early learners has been a true passion of mine since I began my career in education in 2020, teaching early childhood special education in Galveston. I made the transition into administration in 2023, and I’ve loved every moment of helping both students and teachers grow and thrive.

I earned my undergraduate degree from Sam Houston State University and completed my Master’s in Education Management at the University of Houston–Clear Lake, where I’m also currently pursuing my Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

Outside of work, I’m a creative at heart! I’m a musician—guitar is my main instrument, but I dabble in many others. I’m a big fan of country music (especially the Turnpike Troubadours). Before becoming an educator, I wanted to be an artist, and I still enjoy painting and drawing in my free time. I love staying busy with projects around the house, my wife says that’s one of her favorite things about me! My favorite store has now become Lowes!

I’m honored to be part of the Jourdanton community and excited to partner with staff, students, and families to make this year amazing. Let’s make it a great one!

Welcome to the TRIBE Joshua!

📚 **2025-2026 School Supply Lists Now Available!** ✏️Jourdanton ISD families — the **school supply lists for the 2025-2026 school year** are now available! 🏫 Get a head start on preparing for a successful school year by checking out what your student will need.

📌 View the supply lists here : https://5il.co/3l427

Let’s make this year the best one yet! ❤️🖤
#JourdantonISD #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplies #ReadyToLearn

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! New Staff: Jenna Cook Position: 3rd grade teacher I’m Jenna Cook. I graduated from Jourdanton in 2004. Im looking forward to starting my 17th year of teaching with the third grade team, and Im excited to watch my own children go to the school where I once walked, cheered, and played ball! GO BIG RED! Welcome home Jenna!

Please be advised that JISD is hosting ALERTT training for all local law enforcement today. As a result, there will be a significant law enforcement presence at the ECC throughout the day. #keepingyousafe

STAAR Scores are available for grades 3-8. Login to your parent portal here https://portals20.ascendertx.com/ParentPortal/login?distid=007902 once logged in you will see the green Texas Assessment button. Please email Byarbrough@jisdtx.us if you need assistance.

This wonderful Wednesday brings a new staff spotlight! Welcome Faythlin Warren! Elementary Teacher Hey Jourdanton! I'm Faythlin Warren and I am beyond excited to join the Jourdanton Tribe this year as an Elementary teacher! I was born and raised in Lytle, Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University San Antonio with my Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. I cannot wait to meet and officially become part of the amazing community and make our classroom positive, inclusive and your favorite place to learn all the amazing things that are yet to come! Welcome to the TRIBE Faythlin!

Happy Tuesday! We are back with another NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! Welcome Melanie Raposo! She will be the new High School Counselor! With over 20 years of experience in education, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a teacher, academic dean, school counselor, and principal. I hold a master’s degree in Educational Psychology from Texas A&M University and am passionate about supporting students’ academic and emotional growth. My husband, Jay, and I have been married for 29 years and are proud parents of two grown children—both Texas A&M graduates—one in civil engineering and the other serving as an ESL instructional specialist at IDEA Public Schools. We recently welcomed a new addition to the family, our rescue pup, Sir Winston. Outside of work, I enjoy yoga and spending time with my family. Welcome to the Tribe Melanie!

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! Cole Andrus Elementary PE and Coach I am a 2021 Jourdanton HS grad and also graduated from Texas Lutheran University. Overall, I'm excited to be back home close to friends and family. I am also excited to be joining this great school and community. Welcome back to the TRIBE Cole!

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! Welcome Jacob Waclawczyk to Jourdanton ISD! Jacob will be teaching 7th Grade math and Algebra 1 at Jourdanton Junior High. Howdy! My name is Jacob Waclawczyk, and I’m thrilled to be part of the Jourdanton community. I graduated from Texas A&M University (Gig 'em!) and bring 16 years of experience in education as a teacher, coach, and administrator. I’m passionate about creating a positive and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued, supported, and excited to grow. I come from a close-knit family who inspires me every day with their support and kindness. I’m also proud to be joining my own family here in Jourdanton. My wife, Carla, teaches at the elementary school, and our children, Alli, Kalli, and Raynie, are students at the junior high and elementary schools. What excites me most about joining Jourdanton is the strong commitment to success and the close community spirit that’s so evident here. I look forward to contributing to this mission and learning alongside such a dedicated and passionate team. Welcome to the TRIBE!

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! Jourdanton, say hello to Christa Maldonado! She will be the new Assistant Principal at the High School! With 11 years of experience as a campus and district administrator—I bring a well-rounded perspective and a deep commitment to student growth and success. High school is where my heart truly is; I love witnessing a student’s educational journey come full circle as they prepare to take on the world. At home, I’m a proud mom of two busy student-athletes, fully immersed in the life of a volleyball and basketball mom. I’ve been married to my wonderful husband for 15 years— we share our home with our two rescue cats and a third child our beloved chihuahua, Buddy. I’m beyond excited to join the Jourdanton family. I’ve heard so many great things about this supportive, close-knit community, and I’m honored to be a part of it. Welcome to the TRIBE!

NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT Meet: Tenille Bryan Position: SPED Teacher I’m excited to join JISD and The Tribe! I am passionate about supporting students and helping them navigate challenges they face. Outside of work, I’m all about family. I am married and we have two children. Our son is a senior this year and loves playing Football, Baseball, and he shows pigs through FFA. Our daughter will be in 5th grade this year and loves playing Softball and she shows pigs through FFA. Welcome to the Tribe Tenille!

We're back with another NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT! Meet: Marivel Hoggard Position: Assistant Principal Elementary Hey Jourdanton! I’m Marivel (Garcia) Hoggard, and I’m beyond excited to be joining the Jourdanton Elementary family as your new Assistant Principal! I was born and raised just down the road in Pleasanton, and life has come full circle—my family and I recently moved back to my roots on the family farm. My husband Jon and I have three amazing kids—DJ, Bella, and Golden—and we’re all thrilled to be part of the tribe! I earned my undergraduate degree from UIW, spent 8 incredible years teaching in East Central ISD, and later earned my Master’s in Educational Technology Leadership (plus my principal certification!). Since then, I’ve served as the Instructional Technology Coordinator in both Southside ISD and South San Antonio ISD. Now, I’m stepping into this leadership role with so much excitement to support our teachers and students in growing academically, emotionally, and everything in between. I can’t wait to meet you all and become part of this amazing community! Let’s make it a great year—together! Welcome to the Tribe Marivel!!

EOC (Grades 9-12 ) scores are available. If you have a parent portal account you can login there and you will see the Texas Assessment button which will take you straight to the STAAR site. You can also access them by going to https://www.texasassessment.gov/families.html and following the instructions to login Please note EOC scores are the only ones available at this time. 3-8 STAAR is not available quite yet.