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Thomas Elementary School
Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence
James Lawrence Thomas, namesake of Thomas Elementary School, lived by the philosophy that, "Time alone did not change things, but in time people made the change." Mr. Thomas would be proud that, over the past 30 years, time has seasoned his school with educational excellence focused on citizenship, character and discipline, the hallmarks of his life as a Plano humanitarian and entrepreneur. Thomas family members, current and former faculty, staff and students gathered on the school's lawn on May 8 to celebrate the school's 30th anniversary. We invite you to be inspired by the Thomas Elementary School story. 
Thomas Family members, honored guests at the school's anniversary celebration, included (back row, l-r) Cealee Thomas, Dollie Thomas, Elias Thomas, Kealei Oliphant, Tysha Oliphant, Kealyn Oliphant, Chase Thomas and James Brown; and (front row, l-r) Toni Thomas, Peggy Young, Betty Henderson, Sharon Thomas, James Thomas, III and Trevor Thomas. |
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Student Achievements |
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Capital One Donates Books and
$25,000
to Plano Family Literacy Program |
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Pictured (l-r) Ralph Stow, Plano ISD Education Foundation president; Sam Deshpande, Capital One board member; Jane Lilliston, Plano Family Literacy program coordinator; and Beth Webb and Michael Urtso, Plano ISD Education Foundation directors.
One thousand books and a grant for $25,000, all gifts donated by Capital One, were recently presented to the Plano Family Literacy Center. The contributions represent continued support for schools and programs in Plano ISD and a committed partnership with the Plano ISD Education Foundation. |
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| Deputy Superintendent Accepts Rockwall Post |
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 Jeff Bailey, Plano ISD deputy superintendent, has announced his resignation following 30 years of service to Plano schools. Mr. Bailey will depart Plano ISD late this month to join Rockwall ISD as its new deputy superintendent. “There is truly no way to measure the lasting affect of Jeff’s service to Plano ISD," noted Superintendent of Schools Dr. Doug Otto. "During the past three decades, he participated in rapid growth, bond planning and implementation, boundary changes and the operational management of many areas that shape our organization. I wish him great success in his new venture and will be eager to learn of his accomplishments in Rockwall. He has been of tremendous support and he will be missed.” |
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School Board Update |
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May 19 Regular Meeting - School trustees will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, to take action on several agenda items. Find links to supporting documents and reports on BoardBook.
- Recognitions - Government Finance Officers Association Achievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting; and Recognition of Retiring Trustee Melody Timinsky
- Election Results - Canvassing of May 9 election results; oath of office issuance to elected trustees and matters related to the organization of the board for the 2009-10 school year
- Consent Agenda - Several routine business items, including bids, quarterly investment report, property tax refunds, disposal of surplus property, budget amendments, acute teacher shortage areas and application to TEA regarding missed instructional days
- Personnel Grievance - Decision/closure
- Board Resolution & TEA Applications - "Reduction of Days Without Loss of Pay"
- Head Start Program - Goals and documents approval
- 2009-10 Compensation Package - Report and discussion
- 2009-10 Budget - Report and
authorization to schedule budget adoption and tax rate hearing
- Policy Adoptions - DGBA (Local) - Personnel-Management Relations - Employee Complaints/Grievances; FFAC (LOCAL), Wellness and Health Services - Medical Treatment
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| Thought for the Week:
“When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece."
~John Ruskin |
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