New Caney ISD

Pep Talk from Coach Cardenas

For the first time in school history the New Caney Eagles Soccer Team will participate in the 5A state play-offs! We will be playing Klein Oak High School at Klein Oak Tuesday, March 23 at 7 p.m.. It is going to be a passionate game with 7 . . . read more

Diary of Anne Frank

White Oak Middle School's performance of "The Diary of Anne Frank" won Second Place at UIL One Act Play Competition at Crosby High School Saturday, March 6! Several members of the cast and crew won medals for their outstanding work. . . . read more

New Caney High School to Host "Shattered Lives"

New Caney High School’s parking lot will be transformed into a deadly alcohol-related crash scene on the morning of March 11. At approximately 8:25 a.m., area police, fire, ambulances, and helicopters will respond to a mock crash involving . . . read more

Valley Ranch Student Council Raises Money for Earthquake Victims

The Valley Ranch Student Council sponsored "Helping Hands for Haiti” in an effort to make a difference after the devastating earthquake. Regardless of the amount, students who donated were recognized with a personalized paper hand which . . . read more

Aikin Elementary Students Create Hearts for Haiti

Throughout the month of February, Aikin Elementary students paid 50 cents a piece to buy a "Heart for Haiti." These hearts were decorated by the students and then placed in the front of the school or in the cafeteria windows to show Aikin . . . read more

New Caney ISD Closed for Spring Break

New Caney ISD will be closed March 15 - 19 for Spring Break. Be sure and set your clocks forward by one hour Sunday, March 14 at 2 a.m. for Daylight Saving Time. Have a fun and safe week! Note:  The Central Administration Office . . . read more

Child Nutrition Visits GT Students at Crippen Elementary

Balinda Pillow and Debbie Needham from Child Nutrition visited the GT class at Crippen Elementary Wednesday, February 24. Mrs. Needham spoke to the class about Child Nutrition guidelines and menu planning. Students were given information . . . read more

NCHS Gets Ready for TAKS

New Caney High School and Child Nutrition teamed up to “GET READY” for a spectacular time of study! On Tuesday, February 23, Child Nutrition volunteers prepared a progressive dinner for students under the leadership of Susan Wheetley, . . . read more

Bugs 101

All 5th grade science students at Bens Branch Elementary recently participated in a free and unique opportunity called Bug Scope. The students collected bugs about a month ago and then mailed them to the Bug Scope Project in Urbania, . . . read more

Keefer Crossing Students Raise $1047 for Haiti Earthquake Victims

Deep concern among Keefer Crossing Middle School students Leo Meshell and Bryce Burgess grew for the people of earthquake-ravaged Haiti after they discovered a local tie to the tiny country: their French teacher had family in Port-au-Prince. . . . read more

Events Calendar

Ever wondered what's going on at New Caney ISD? Plenty! Just look at this calendar of events: March 15 - 19 Spring Break March 23 Keefer Crossing Middle School Pre-UIL Band Concert @ New Caney High School, 7 p.m. . . . read more

Become a Fan of New Caney ISD

New Caney ISD is now on Facebook! We want to keep you informed. Become a fan and find out what's going on in the district, look up events, or check out pictures from events you attended or missed. New Caney ISD will soon expand the page from . . . read more

School Safety Task Force Meeting

The School Safety Task Force will be holding a meeting March 11 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Central Administration Office to discuss school safety and measures that may be taken to make our campuses safer and more productive . . . read more

New Caney Girls Named All-District Award Winners

Congratulations to our Lady Eagles and their 2009-2010 season! District 14-5A All-District Awards 2009-2010 Coach of the Year - James Bryant 1st Team All-District  Ashton Henderson, Senior Taylor Petty, Senior . . . read more

New Caney High School Academic Decathlon Team Competes at State This Weekend

For the 16th straight year, the New Caney High School Academic Decathlon team is competing in the state competition. In winning the Region VI competition, the team gained an automatic spot in this weekend's Large School Competition and . . . read more

New Caney Sixth Grade Science Olympiad Team Advances to State

Congratulations to the Sixth Grade Campus Science Olympiad team! After a tough battle at the regional competition, NC6's team learned that it will advance to the state contest to be held in College Station in April! We are especially . . . read more

NCHS Well Represented at State DECA, 5 Advance to National Competition

New Caney High School sent 16 DECA students to the 2010 Texas DECA State Finals February 19 - 21 in Fort Worth. They competed against more than 5,500 students from across the state. 5 students will advance to National Competition in . . . read more

National School Breakfast Week "Ready, Set, Go!"

New Caney ISD's Child Nutrition Department is hosting “School Breakfast – Ready Set Go!,” a campaign to introduce students to the importance of school breakfast and demonstrate how eating a school breakfast prepares them for a busy day . . . read more

New Caney Senior is KPRC's Student of the Week

Congratulations to NCHS senior Karla Gonzalez! KPRC News2Houston selected Karla as Student of the Week. Principal David Loyacano nominated Karla for the recognition, saying she is an "exceptional student who plans to attend Texas A&M, . . . read more

Bens Branch Robotics Students Demonstrate Skills

Four robotics students from Bens Branch Elementary participated in the EcoBot Demonstration at the Houston Engineering Scientific Society Tuesday, February 16. Bens Branch teacher Jennifer Reyes has been preparing students Walker Franklin, . . . read more

Aikin Elementary Holds First Manners Banquet

On January 25th, Aikin Elementary hosted its 1st annual 5th grade Manners Banquet. For several weeks leading up to the event, counselor Tressie Gallamore went to the fifth grade classes to teach lessons on etiquette. Among the things . . . read more

TEA Designates NCISD Schools as Title 1, Part A Distinguished Schools

The Texas Education Agency's Title I, Distinguished Schools prestigious designation recognizes schools that have consistently demonstrated strong academic performances over a three-year period. All of these Title I, Part A schools achieved . . . read more

Fun at the Manners Banquet

The Manners Banquet is an event 5th graders look forward to. You see, it's a special treat: a three course lunch served on glass plates, with glass stemware, linen napkins, and even place cards! The program is a partnership between campus . . . read more

Souper Bowl Soup Drive a Success

New Caney Association for School Nutrition and the Child Nutrition Department held their annual “Super Bowl Soup Drive” Jan 11- 22. All proceeds went to the local Mission Northeast along with a check for $250.00 dollars. New Caney . . . read more

Bens Branch Students Make GT Presentations

Ms. Inda’s 4th graders and Ms. Traina’s 5th graders at Bens Branch Elementary were involved in a project-based assignment that promotes higher level thinking, problem solving, and real world application. The fourth grade students . . . read more

Connections Event Helps With Financial Aid, Scholarship Applications

New Caney, Splendora, and Caney Creek High School seniors and their parents are invited to join area school representatives for the “Connections” Event Monday, February 22 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the East Montgomery County Improvement . . . read more

NCISD Celebrates National School Counseling Week

National School Counseling Week 2010, "Celebrate School Counseling,"  will be celebrated from Feb. 1-5 to focus public attention on the unique contribution of professional school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School . . . read more

Students Rock Mars Rover Competition

A team of 4th graders from Kings Manor Elementary garnered 1st Place honors in the solar-powered rover division at the Mars Rover Celebration at the University of Houston Saturday, January 30! More than 500 students representing 26 area . . . read more

Students Advance to State Art Competition

Five New Caney High School students’ artwork will advance to the Visual Arts Scholastic Event State Competition in April! Fourteen students traveled Saturday, January 30 to Brenham High School to compete in the VASE Regional contest, the . . . read more

UIL Announces 2010-2012 Reclassification and Realignment

The University Interscholastic League announced the 2010-11 and 2011-12 tentative football and basketball district assignments February 1. 2010-2012 Reclassification and Realignment District 18 - 4A Caney Creek Humble . . . read more

Academic Decathlon Team Wins Region VI Competition, Advances to State

24 teams from the Greater Houston region competed in 10 events at the Regional Academic Decathlon Tournament January 29 and 30 at Bellaire High School. The competition included subject-specific exams related to the French Revolution, an . . . read more

White Oak Middle School Student Brings Gun on Campus

A 7 th grade student was removed from White Oak Middle School and placed in police custody after he brought a gun onto campus Thursday morning. Administrators were notified after a student came forward around 11:20 a.m.  The . . . read more

Teachers Receive Robotics Grants

Valley Ranch Elementary teacher Mary Beth Marceaux and Bens Branch Elementary teacher Jennifer Reyes were rewarded for their efforts! They applied for grants and received two new Lego Mindstorms Education NXT robotics kits. Doug Kleiner, . . . read more

NCHS Band Members Compete, Make Region Band

Several of our NCHS band members competed at the Region 19 District Band Competition, and several came back winners! The following students made Region 19 District Band: Jesse Johnson- Trumpet Jerry Chang- Percussion . . . read more

Transfer Policy and Procedures

New Caney ISD recognizes that parents or guardians may wish to transfer their student-- if they qualify-- to another classroom or school outside the student's attendance school zone boundary. Below is the policy and procedure for submitting . . . read more

Hats Off to Texas Trustees!

They are devoted to students and give tirelessly to their communities. Governor Rick Perry proclaimed January 2010 as School Board Recognition Month to help build awareness of the crucial role an elected board of trustees plays in our . . . read more

SchoolMessenger Online Registration

Staff and Students: Our school uses the SchoolMessenger Notification System to provide timely communication to parents and staff members on matters such as attendance, general interest activities, campus and district emergencies. In . . . read more

Bens Branch Student Wins Arbor Day Poster Contest

Student Stephanie Bastard was one of those honored December 10 at a Holiday Reception at Conroe City Hall in Honor of Student and Teacher Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners. The reception was hosted by The Montgomery County Beautification . . . read more

NCHS Hires Head Football Coaches

The New Caney ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved Tuesday night hiring Tim Hensley as Head Football Coach/Coordinator of High School Campus Athletics at New Caney High School and Reno Moore as Head Football Coach/Coordinator of High . . . read more

Bens Branch Students Create Snow

After frolicking in the snow December 4, Bens Branch Elementary science lab instructor Holly Ward had her students create stories based upon their experience with snow that Friday. Ms. Ward then created a lab that simulated snow! She . . . read more

NCHS Develops Parental Involvement Program

It’s a proven fact: when parents are involved in their children’s education, children earn higher grades and tests scores, and they stay in school longer. New Caney High School is offering more opportunities to parents to better insert . . . read more

NCISD Police Department Wins Grant for Eddie Eagle Mascot Costume

Eddie Eagle will now stand alongside New Caney ISD Police Chief Troy Wootton when he presents gun safety programs in the school district. The police department was chosen as a winner in the 2009 Texas Eddie Eagle mascot costume contest and . . . read more

NCISD Schools Recognized as High Performing Schools

Three schools at New Caney ISD have been recognized by the National Center for Educational Achievement as part of its 2009 Just for the Kids Campaign for Higher Performing Schools in Texas. The schools are: Kings Manor Elementary in . . . read more

Child Nutrition Department Collects Toys for The Mission

The Child Nutrition Department held its annual Christmas party December 3. Employees were excited to have Mr. Franklin participate in their tree decorating contest. The winners were Mr. Franklin and Sylvia Beaird, New Caney High School . . . read more

Hundreds Attend Free H1N1 Vaccination Clinic

Hundreds braved freezing temperatures and some icy roads to receive free H1N1 vaccine shots courtesy of the Montgomery County Health Department. The clinic was held Saturday, December 5 at the New Caney 6th Grade Campus. Lines started . . . read more

Porter Elementary Students Make Quilt for Soldiers

Soldiers at Fort Knox, Kentucky sent back several pictures of their Veterans Day gift Nardy Kainer's third grade dual language class created for those in the military. The class at Porter Elementary wanted to say "thank you" to the . . . read more

6th Grade Campus's Marie Workman to Speak at National Convention

Marie Workman will speak at the 2009 National Council of Teachers of English Annual Convention Saturday, November 21 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Each year, the convention draws thousands of kindergarten through 12th grade teachers, . . . read more

New Caney FFA Wins Sweepstakes at District Competition

Six teams from New Caney ISD's FFA program will advance to Area III Competition Saturday, November 21 after winning first place at District last weekend at the District V Leadership Development Event held at West Conroe Baptist Church. The . . . read more

Basketball Teams to Host Cancer Awareness Night

Tonight's double header basketball games at the New Caney High School gym will look a little different. There will be a lot of pink-- on the court and off the court-- for Cancer Awareness Night. It's an initiative prompted by the Coaches . . . read more

Community Members, Students Turn Out for Veterans Day Ceremony

The New Caney High School Soaring Eagle Battalion honored the nation's heroes during its second annual Veterans Day parade and ceremony November 11. The day began with a parade at 6:45 a.m. Several speakers, including Principal David . . . read more

NCISD Once Again a "Recognized" District

The Texas Education Agency recently released accountability ratings for the New Caney Independent School District. Six schools were rated “exemplary,” the highest distinction. Five schools received a “recognized” status, and one . . . read more

Students Research and "Create" World Landmarks

Advanced students in Mrs. Freeman’s Social Studies class at the 6th Grade Campus were assigned to find the locations of nine different famous world landmarks as part of an enrichment project. They were to choose one of the landmarks to . . . read more

Recognitions and Honors

New Caney ISD was honored with many awards and recognitions at the ESC, Region VI Fall Administrators Conference and Awards Banquet Wednesday, October 28 in Huntsville. School personnel from 15 counties served by the region were recognized . . . read more

NCHS Reveals New Website

New Caney High School unveiled its new website this week with tons of information! It features newly developed teacher web pages, news, events and activities. You can find the student handbook, grading policy and much, much more. . . . read more

The 3 "E"s of Healthy Living!

Students in New Caney ISD will be participants in a new Texas Department of Agriculture initiative aimed at encouraging students to adopt the 3E's of Healthy Living - Education, Exercise and Eating Right. Agriculture Commissioner Todd . . . read more

Tasty Field Trip

Six NCISD middle and high school students traveled a short distance down Highway 59 to Humble Wednesday, October 21 for a day of taste-testing! Students sampled vendors' treats at the Commodity Food Expo at the Humble Civic Center. Their . . . read more

NCHS Band to Compete This Weekend at SHSU

The New Caney Spirit Band from Eagleland is prepared to impress judges and spectators this weekend at Sam Houston State University's Marching Band Festival in Huntsville! The band performs at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 24. Bands that . . . read more

Walmart Gives Gift Cards to Porter Elementary Teachers

Ten Porter Elementary teachers were recently surprised with $100 gift cards from the Super Walmart in Porter. Their names were drawn out of a basket Friday, October 9. The cards can be used at any Walmart or Sam's Club to help buy . . . read more

Fire Prevention Week at New Caney Elementary

New Caney Fire Department spent the day at New Caney Elementary School Friday, October 9 educating all students on Fire Prevention and Safety. Firefighters Zepeda, Glaze, Arnold, Goodrich, and Griffin stressed the importance that students . . . read more

Homecoming Pep Rally Moved Indoors

The Community Pep Rally in conjunction with this week's Homecoming festivities has been moved indoors. The pep rally is Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 PM inside the New Caney High School main gym. The decision was made to move it from Don . . . read more

NCISD Students Earn AP Scholar Awards

Three students at New Caney High School have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams. The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program provides motivated and academically prepared students with . . . read more

Student Services Fair

Ever wondered what specialized services are available for your student at New Caney ISD? Gifted and Talented programs, dyslexia services, bilingual/ESL, credit recovery courses, technology, and free breakfasts are just a few! Discover what . . . read more

Teachers Squeeze "Limeades For Learning" for Grant Money

Supporters of New Caney ISD helped fund about $8000 in teachers’ projects through Sonic Drive-in’s “Limeades for Learning.” Customers who bought a drink at Sonic in September had the option of voting online for specific teachers to . . . read more

Student Brings Gun to Campus

A student was removed from the Kings Manor Elementary campus after bringing a gun to school Wednesday. Administrators were notified Thursday after some students came forward. The student’s guardian turned the gun over to NCISD police as . . . read more

NCISD Board Members, Administrators Tour PHS

The future home of the Porter Spartans is taking shape! NCISD Board Members and Administrators took a tour Tuesday, September 29 of the district's second high school currently under construction. Porter High School will have an . . . read more

Volunteers at NCISD Must Attend Orientation

Most school districts are just happy to get people to volunteer on their campuses. Volunteers help with the little things, like grading papers, reading to students, making copies and going on field trips. They are little things that amount . . . read more

Porter High School Transition Q&A UPDATED

New Caney ISD is committed to open and honest communication. It’s understandable there are questions and concerns regarding the upcoming transition to two high schools in the district. It’s crucial that we have access to good, reliable . . . read more

Valley Ranch Elementary Sends Books of Hope to Uganda

Students at the Latigi Orphan Care Center in Uganda, Africa recently received books written and illustrated by students in the Gifted and Talented Program at Valley Ranch Elementary. It was part of the Books of Hope Project, which is a . . . read more

New Caney ISD Now on Twitter

Get the latest information from New Caney ISD sent directly to your phone or computer! NCISD has joined the Twitter bandwagon. Twitter is a free social networking website that has users “tweeting” in quick messages. Parents or . . . read more

Author Speaks to Students About Bullying

As a boy, Michael Korenblit remembers asking his parents why they had letters and numbers tattooed on their wrists. His mother explained that they were survivors of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany. Korenblit used his parents’ experiences . . . read more

13 Teachers Honored

The Community Chamber of Commerce of East Montgomery County awarded 13 teachers in the New Caney school district with “Teacher of the Year” awards for the 2008-2009 school year. The annual luncheon was held Wednesday, September 2nd . . . read more

Free Adult Computer Classes

The New Caney ISD Department of Technology offers free computer classes to the public on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM during the months of October, November, January, February, March and April. Technology Tuesdays will . . . read more

Community Forum Tonight for PHS Transition

A community town hall-style meeting to discuss the transition for students who will attend the new Porter High School next school year is being held tonight, September 24. The campus at 22625 Sandy Lane in Porter will open in the fall of . . . read more

Board of Trustees Approve 2009-2010 Budget

The New Caney ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the 2009-10 budget for the school district at the August 25, 2009 board meeting.  A copy of the budget is available by clicking here .     read more

Heat Advisory Tips for Parents

It is important to educate students regarding practicing heat-stress precautions while participating in outdoor activities. The following information is based on the guidelines provided by the Texas Department of Health. To reduce the . . . read more

Online Payment Option for Student Meals

Have you ever forgotten to give your child lunch money during the morning rush to get to school? The Child Nutrition Department offers a convenient online option for busy parents to pay for student meals. My Lunch Money.Com is an . . . read more

2008-2009 General Fund Budget Update

The 2008-2009 budget year has been a positive one for New Caney ISD.  Many factors have contributed to decreasing the original adopted budget deficit of $6,233,282.  The district’s state revenue increased due to the average . . . read more

Board Approves New Compensation Plan

Despite an ever tightening budget, New Caney ISD Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the approval on a new compensation plan for the 2009-2010 school year. Superintendent Kenn Franklin and the Board of Trustees wanted a . . . read more

New Caney Elementary Students Learn Clay Animation

Several students from New Caney Elementary School attended Summer Technology Camp along with their teacher Tom Davidson. While at camp the students learned the magic behind Clay Animation. Using a Clay Animation program along with a webcam . . . read more

Changes in Immunization Requirements Affect 6000 Montgomery County Seventh Graders

The Montgomery County Health Department in conjunction with UTMB has issued the following press release regarding changes in immunization requirements for incoming seventh grade students.   Summer break has arrived, but so . . . read more

Energy Conservation to Beat the Summer Heat

NCISD to Implement Four Day Week in July

As we move into the height of the summer months and the conservation of both energy and money are on the minds of all, NCISD is going to pilot a summer four-day work week program in an effort to lessen the impact of increasing utility . . . read more

Board of Trustees Attend TASB Summer Leadership Institute

The Board of Trustees recently attended the Texas Association of School Boards Summer Leadership Institute. During the institute the board members attended a cumulative total of 42 workshops that included Boardmanship Basics, Building Team . . . read more

District Sees Continued Improvement in TAKS Results

Good news! In reviewing preliminary TAKS scores, it appears that the district saw growth in all subject areas and growth in all but a few sub-groups. The district's academic accountability rating is based on state assessment results in . . . read more

Student Art Sale

The 4th Annual NCHS Student Art Sale will be held on Thursday, May 14th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the high school. This event will take place before the Band Concert. Everyone is invited to come out and support the very talented . . . read more

Kenn K. Franklin Hired as Superintendent

At a special meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2009 the New Caney Independent School District Board of Trustees hired Kenn K. Franklin, to be the new superintendent. Afterwards, Mr. Franklin and his family were welcomed to the community by . . . read more

Keefer Crossing Middle School Student Earns State Recognition

The Duke University Talent Identification Program, also known as Duke TIP is nearing 30 years of dedicated service to the cultivation and education of talented youth. The 7th Grade Talent Search identifies academically gifted 7th graders, . . . read more

District 2008 Report Card Reviewed at Public Hearing

New Caney ISD's 2008 official report card was presented at a public hearing at the December School Board meeting. The Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) is a report issued by the Texas Education Agency for each district in the . . . read more