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CCISD employees study up on new curriculum
By adriana Garza Caller-Times
August 2, 2006
Hundreds of Corpus Christi Independent School District teachers, principals and administrators are spending much of this week learning the district's new curriculum at the Superintendent Leadership Conference.
During the past several months, 400 CCISD teachers and administrators spent Saturdays and most of their summer break designing the district's new instruction plan.
Interim Superintendent Scott Elliff said one of the goals of the curriculum realignment is to better prepare students for the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills.
"We want to provide an engaging learning experience for students in our classrooms," Elliff said.
The areas covered by the new curriculum include English, language arts, math, science and social studies.
Teachers will spend time familiarizing themselves with the new curriculum before the start of classes Aug. 14.
The realignment of the curriculum comes three years after a district-wide curriculum audit revealed areas in need of improvement.
CCISD Board President Manuel Flores said the revamping of the district's curriculum is one of the most important things the district has done in 20 years.
"This is what will lead up to where we want to be as a district," Flores said.
Contact Adriana Garza at 886-3618 or HYPERLINK mailto:garzaa@caller.com garzaa@caller.com
Friday, August 04, 2006
the test a prerequisite by ccisd parents, aft/local chapter~bria should have the ability to know each one of our schools and be able to name them."
CCISD finalist vows to be visible at campuses
'I plan to be here for as long as you'll have me,' Bria says
By adriana garza Caller-Times
August 3, 2006
Five days after being named the sole finalist for the CCISD superintendent position, Rochonne Bria spent most of Wednesday getting to know the district.
During her first full day in Corpus Christi since the announcement was made, Bria introduced herself to several dozen school administrators and teachers and told them about her long-term plans, including becoming more visible in the district's schools.
She also emphasized her commitment to the Corpus Christi Independent School District and added that, if offered the job, this likely would be her last position as a superintendent.
"I stay in communities and I live there," said Bria, who has served as superintendent of Battle Ground Independent School District in Washington for eight years. "I plan to be here for as long as you'll have me."
She said that stability would contribute to the district's success.
She talked about her background in curriculum and instruction and said she was impressed with the district's new plan, unveiled at the Superintendent Leadership Conference on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Bria, 58, began her career 33 years ago in Mesa, Ariz., teaching sixth grade.
She also has taught special education in junior high and high schools in Arizona and worked toward writing curriculum for seventh through 12th grades.
While she is just beginning to familiarize herself with the district and its issues, Bria already knows at least one thing she wants to do if CCISD trustees vote to offer her a contract after the obligatory 21-day negotiation period.
"I want to be in the schools every day," Bria said. "I need to know each one of our schools."
Bria said she plans on allowing time every morning to meet the district's students, teachers and principals. That open line of communication is key to a district's success, she added.
CCISD Board President Manuel Flores said Bria has been well received by the community during her first visit.
"She has proven herself to be very approachable and she has shown that she is eager to learn as much about the district and the city as she can," he said.
CCISD's finalist also met with the local chapter of the American Federation of Teachers. President Juan Guerra said the union was encouraged after learning of Bria's past experience, especially with minority students.
Bria will return next week to continue her introduction to the community.
CCISD trustees voted 5-2 last week in favor of naming the Washington native as the sole finalist for the district's top job.
The search began in February, after former superintendent Jesus Chavez left the district to become the superintendent of Round Rock Independent School District.
Contact Adriana Garza at 886-3618 or HYPERLINK mailto:garzaa@caller.com garzaa@caller.com
'I plan to be here for as long as you'll have me,' Bria says
By adriana garza Caller-Times
August 3, 2006
Five days after being named the sole finalist for the CCISD superintendent position, Rochonne Bria spent most of Wednesday getting to know the district.
During her first full day in Corpus Christi since the announcement was made, Bria introduced herself to several dozen school administrators and teachers and told them about her long-term plans, including becoming more visible in the district's schools.
She also emphasized her commitment to the Corpus Christi Independent School District and added that, if offered the job, this likely would be her last position as a superintendent.
"I stay in communities and I live there," said Bria, who has served as superintendent of Battle Ground Independent School District in Washington for eight years. "I plan to be here for as long as you'll have me."
She said that stability would contribute to the district's success.
She talked about her background in curriculum and instruction and said she was impressed with the district's new plan, unveiled at the Superintendent Leadership Conference on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Bria, 58, began her career 33 years ago in Mesa, Ariz., teaching sixth grade.
She also has taught special education in junior high and high schools in Arizona and worked toward writing curriculum for seventh through 12th grades.
While she is just beginning to familiarize herself with the district and its issues, Bria already knows at least one thing she wants to do if CCISD trustees vote to offer her a contract after the obligatory 21-day negotiation period.
"I want to be in the schools every day," Bria said. "I need to know each one of our schools."
Bria said she plans on allowing time every morning to meet the district's students, teachers and principals. That open line of communication is key to a district's success, she added.
CCISD Board President Manuel Flores said Bria has been well received by the community during her first visit.
"She has proven herself to be very approachable and she has shown that she is eager to learn as much about the district and the city as she can," he said.
CCISD's finalist also met with the local chapter of the American Federation of Teachers. President Juan Guerra said the union was encouraged after learning of Bria's past experience, especially with minority students.
Bria will return next week to continue her introduction to the community.
CCISD trustees voted 5-2 last week in favor of naming the Washington native as the sole finalist for the district's top job.
The search began in February, after former superintendent Jesus Chavez left the district to become the superintendent of Round Rock Independent School District.
Contact Adriana Garza at 886-3618 or HYPERLINK mailto:garzaa@caller.com garzaa@caller.com
Friday, July 28, 2006
In a final decision Ram Chavez has been expelled from the GI Forum
Today in his final appeal at the GI Forum National Conference in Kansas City, the National GI Forum Board of Directors voted to expel Ram Chavez. In doing so, this action begins the charter re-instatement of the Hector P Garcia Founding chapter and bars Mr Chavez from all GI Forum activities. GI Forum National Director of Civil Rights Joe Ortiz in confirmation from the Convention floor in Kansas City looks forward to the Founding Chapter bouncing back and working in a unified manor to restore the legacy and namesake of Dr Hector P Garcia and the building, at the corner of Morgan Avenue and Bright Street, where activists planned the strategy for the landmark 1968 case Cisneros et. al. v. CCISD, which set the stage for courtordered school integration in Corpus Christi from 1976 to 1982. The building has been under the care of the National Archives & Historical Foundation of the GI Forum, which was set up in 1978 as a fundraising arm of the larger GI Forum - which was established by Dr. Garcia.
Friday, June 09, 2006
Del Mar Dreams of perjury, forgery, attempted capital murder, and gross violations of procedural due process
This is the beginning of an information sharing / public exposure endeavor.
Introduction 9.
This case began with an incident in the offices of the Criminal Justice department at Del Mar during which an employee of Del Mar verbally abused three Hispanic students. Over the following months, that relatively minor incident mushroomed into a web of perjury, forgery, attempted capital murder, and gross violations of procedural due process. In their efforts to cover up a single violation of the civil rights of three students, the defendants began a long series of illegal actions that have caused unconscionable harm to two individuals who did nothing to harm Del Mar and who merely exercised their constitutional rights.
"In The Know"
Gabe Rivas Deposition
Introduction 9.
This case began with an incident in the offices of the Criminal Justice department at Del Mar during which an employee of Del Mar verbally abused three Hispanic students. Over the following months, that relatively minor incident mushroomed into a web of perjury, forgery, attempted capital murder, and gross violations of procedural due process. In their efforts to cover up a single violation of the civil rights of three students, the defendants began a long series of illegal actions that have caused unconscionable harm to two individuals who did nothing to harm Del Mar and who merely exercised their constitutional rights.
"In The Know"
Gabe Rivas Deposition
Monday, June 05, 2006
does this make common sense?Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:15:31 AM by dannoynted1
Take a deep breath Cato... 5/31/2006 10:38 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Certainly things can get done the way they are now. I heard that the port could operate more efficiently if they had a way to accomodate larger ships. Supertankers wouldn't have to offload in the gulf onto other ships and have them deliver it. It would be faster if they brought it in themselves. This is only one issue for the bridge. Realistically, we won't have a say in the construction of the new bridge. Bigger people than us will make the decision regardless. In other words, I'm sure someone's pockets are going to benefit from it. I hate to say it Cato, I don't think Rock drilling will be the one. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
and just how could you possibly know who will benefit? is your pocket being lined? i am sure you have no "common sense" much less know anything about it when you get some then maybe you can get a "piece of the rock"
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. Two reasons cited for tearing down a historical landmark....
Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:56:42 AM by Jaime Kenedeno
and notice neither of them deal with who will be making bucoooos of dinero. Corrosion? Not a factor for at leat another 50 years or so and that is if we stopped all maintainence. Think it will still be standing after a major hurricane? I say yes. Height?? Why height? How is it better to bring the ship all the way in than to offload away from the public. Public Safety must be a primary factor. These ships are clumsy at best. Let us not forget the Super Tanker Exxon Valdez. Bottom line is Social Status & Economic status of a select few at the expense of taxpayer money and our safety. Oh yeah, when we built cargo dock 1 it was designed for industry not parties and board rooms.Replies:
Curmy in response to Rock's infrastructure enhancement arguement. Rock might as well give it up - By Jaime 4 Curmy June 1, 2006 at 11:29:51 AM
Re(1): Two reasons poor progressives are not benefiting - By dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 09:15:02 AM
CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve? - By Jaime 4 TEXWRITES June 1, 2006 at 00:43:40 AM
Re(1): CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve? - By Jaime 4 CATO June 1, 2006 at 00:44:46 AM
censor capitan? does this make common sense? - By dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 00:26:30 AM
It might be best... - By Major Carrales June 1, 2006 at 02:19:32 PM
Thank You El Capitan...... - By Jaime & dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 04:11:17 PM
Two things that threaten the Corporate Welfare beneficiaries..... - By Jaime Kenedeno June 1, 2006 at 00:38:53 AM
2005
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Curmy in response to Rock's infrastructure enhancement arguement. Rock might as well give it upPosted on June 1, 2006 at 11:29:51 AM by Jaime 4 Curmy
he has done been blackballed for previous statements. curmudgeon Posts: 2900 The existing bridge is . . . 6/1/2006 9:36 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- . . . adequate. If you think that bringing bigger ships into the port will enhance the lives of the average resident I have a bridge to sell you.
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Re(1): Two reasons poor progressives are not benefitingPosted on June 1, 2006 at 09:15:02 AM by dannoynted1
Message
curtis rock
Posts: 726
Re: Some support the harbor bridge to get rich, not for community 6/1/2006 7:21 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rock Engineering wouldn't be the only beneficiary, it would be a stimulus for the entire community. Perhaps you don't have that forward-thinking ability. Even if Rock Engineering doesn't benefit from the actual design or construction, it would still benefit our firm in the long run. Even I can see that.
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CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve?Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:43:40 AM by Jaime 4 TEXWRITES
texwrites Posts: 321 Censorship Here 6/1/2006 12:31 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wowee My post about getting the bridge declared an historical landmark has been purged. This topic shows 16 posts and now only 9 remain. Good grief, did we hit a nerve? I was trying humor and someone thought it had possibilities I guess. How troubling that something like that would get the ax.
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Re(1): CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve?Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:44:46 AM by Jaime 4 CATOCato Posts: 135 Some support the harbor bridge to get rich, not for community 6/1/2006 12:46 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why are the lights of the harbor bridge turned of as textwrite wrote, to make it less attractive? The guy (engineer) that built the harbor bridge led the project to built mount Rushmore. The bridge like the courthouse is a historical site.
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censor capitan? does this make common sense?
Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:26:30 AM by dannoynted1
what say you capitan? all jaimes posts were once again deleted by that hater talk radio wannabe american guess he cant stand those ice cold showers he even deleted johnseys posts! why? he has no common sense!
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It might be best...Posted on June 1, 2006 at 02:19:32 PM
by Major Carrales...if you didn't worry about that forum so much. A simple google search reveals that your best work is done outside that forum. Eric is going to remove your posts on principle until you "play by his rules." No matter what they be. Since he pays for that out of his own pocket I am suprise he allows the freedom of opinion he does. But that is regulated by his own whims. His current rule en re you is to appologize to him for what ever it is that is between you. That is between you and him. That is something only you and he can resolve...if you even want to do that. I don't know why he deleted the post on the bridge...other threadsters have raised the issue. As for my advise to you... strongly suggest you create a podcast or internet radio show. That is , in my opinion, you next move. Call into his show and ask him the questions. BTW, I enjoyed seeing you, dannoynted1 and meeting your brother. Thank for inviting me to that meeting, but I ould not go and needed to get back home by a certain hour. And,as you know, home is 70 miles from that point. Keep the faith and have a good one!!!
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Thank You El Capitan......Posted on June 1, 2006 at 04:11:17 PM by Jaime & dannoynted1
We will take it under advisement.
Gracias
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Two things that threaten the Corporate Welfare beneficiaries.....Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:38:53 AM by Jaime Kenedeno
1) A movement against building a new bridge and tearing down a historical landmark residing in a historical designated area. Public Opinion can over rule imminent domain. 2)A challenge to the incumbent Gene Seaman to debate his well respected opponent Desert Storm Aviator Juan Garcia. The Agenda is clear. Where do you stand El Capitan? It just goes to demonstrate the cowardice of some and the selective nature of others when it comes to our constitution. A Sea Man or a Desert Storm Aviator We dont need your message board or KEYS Radio.
2)WATT happened to the Skatepark????
Take a deep breath Cato... 5/31/2006 10:38 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Certainly things can get done the way they are now. I heard that the port could operate more efficiently if they had a way to accomodate larger ships. Supertankers wouldn't have to offload in the gulf onto other ships and have them deliver it. It would be faster if they brought it in themselves. This is only one issue for the bridge. Realistically, we won't have a say in the construction of the new bridge. Bigger people than us will make the decision regardless. In other words, I'm sure someone's pockets are going to benefit from it. I hate to say it Cato, I don't think Rock drilling will be the one. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
and just how could you possibly know who will benefit? is your pocket being lined? i am sure you have no "common sense" much less know anything about it when you get some then maybe you can get a "piece of the rock"
====================================================================
. Two reasons cited for tearing down a historical landmark....
Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:56:42 AM by Jaime Kenedeno
and notice neither of them deal with who will be making bucoooos of dinero. Corrosion? Not a factor for at leat another 50 years or so and that is if we stopped all maintainence. Think it will still be standing after a major hurricane? I say yes. Height?? Why height? How is it better to bring the ship all the way in than to offload away from the public. Public Safety must be a primary factor. These ships are clumsy at best. Let us not forget the Super Tanker Exxon Valdez. Bottom line is Social Status & Economic status of a select few at the expense of taxpayer money and our safety. Oh yeah, when we built cargo dock 1 it was designed for industry not parties and board rooms.Replies:
Curmy in response to Rock's infrastructure enhancement arguement. Rock might as well give it up - By Jaime 4 Curmy June 1, 2006 at 11:29:51 AM
Re(1): Two reasons poor progressives are not benefiting - By dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 09:15:02 AM
CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve? - By Jaime 4 TEXWRITES June 1, 2006 at 00:43:40 AM
Re(1): CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve? - By Jaime 4 CATO June 1, 2006 at 00:44:46 AM
censor capitan? does this make common sense? - By dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 00:26:30 AM
It might be best... - By Major Carrales June 1, 2006 at 02:19:32 PM
Thank You El Capitan...... - By Jaime & dannoynted1 June 1, 2006 at 04:11:17 PM
Two things that threaten the Corporate Welfare beneficiaries..... - By Jaime Kenedeno June 1, 2006 at 00:38:53 AM
2005
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Curmy in response to Rock's infrastructure enhancement arguement. Rock might as well give it upPosted on June 1, 2006 at 11:29:51 AM by Jaime 4 Curmy
he has done been blackballed for previous statements. curmudgeon Posts: 2900 The existing bridge is . . . 6/1/2006 9:36 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- . . . adequate. If you think that bringing bigger ships into the port will enhance the lives of the average resident I have a bridge to sell you.
=====================================================================================================
Re(1): Two reasons poor progressives are not benefitingPosted on June 1, 2006 at 09:15:02 AM by dannoynted1
Message
curtis rock
Posts: 726
Re: Some support the harbor bridge to get rich, not for community 6/1/2006 7:21 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rock Engineering wouldn't be the only beneficiary, it would be a stimulus for the entire community. Perhaps you don't have that forward-thinking ability. Even if Rock Engineering doesn't benefit from the actual design or construction, it would still benefit our firm in the long run. Even I can see that.
==========================================================
CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve?Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:43:40 AM by Jaime 4 TEXWRITES
texwrites Posts: 321 Censorship Here 6/1/2006 12:31 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wowee My post about getting the bridge declared an historical landmark has been purged. This topic shows 16 posts and now only 9 remain. Good grief, did we hit a nerve? I was trying humor and someone thought it had possibilities I guess. How troubling that something like that would get the ax.
=====================================================================
Re(1): CENSORSHIP: Good grief, did we hit a nerve?Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:44:46 AM by Jaime 4 CATOCato Posts: 135 Some support the harbor bridge to get rich, not for community 6/1/2006 12:46 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why are the lights of the harbor bridge turned of as textwrite wrote, to make it less attractive? The guy (engineer) that built the harbor bridge led the project to built mount Rushmore. The bridge like the courthouse is a historical site.
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censor capitan? does this make common sense?
Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:26:30 AM by dannoynted1
what say you capitan? all jaimes posts were once again deleted by that hater talk radio wannabe american guess he cant stand those ice cold showers he even deleted johnseys posts! why? he has no common sense!
===================================================================
It might be best...Posted on June 1, 2006 at 02:19:32 PM
by Major Carrales...if you didn't worry about that forum so much. A simple google search reveals that your best work is done outside that forum. Eric is going to remove your posts on principle until you "play by his rules." No matter what they be. Since he pays for that out of his own pocket I am suprise he allows the freedom of opinion he does. But that is regulated by his own whims. His current rule en re you is to appologize to him for what ever it is that is between you. That is between you and him. That is something only you and he can resolve...if you even want to do that. I don't know why he deleted the post on the bridge...other threadsters have raised the issue. As for my advise to you... strongly suggest you create a podcast or internet radio show. That is , in my opinion, you next move. Call into his show and ask him the questions. BTW, I enjoyed seeing you, dannoynted1 and meeting your brother. Thank for inviting me to that meeting, but I ould not go and needed to get back home by a certain hour. And,as you know, home is 70 miles from that point. Keep the faith and have a good one!!!
====================================================================
Thank You El Capitan......Posted on June 1, 2006 at 04:11:17 PM by Jaime & dannoynted1
We will take it under advisement.
Gracias
========================================================================
Two things that threaten the Corporate Welfare beneficiaries.....Posted on June 1, 2006 at 00:38:53 AM by Jaime Kenedeno
1) A movement against building a new bridge and tearing down a historical landmark residing in a historical designated area. Public Opinion can over rule imminent domain. 2)A challenge to the incumbent Gene Seaman to debate his well respected opponent Desert Storm Aviator Juan Garcia. The Agenda is clear. Where do you stand El Capitan? It just goes to demonstrate the cowardice of some and the selective nature of others when it comes to our constitution. A Sea Man or a Desert Storm Aviator We dont need your message board or KEYS Radio.
2)WATT happened to the Skatepark????
Friday, May 26, 2006
WATTA YALL EXTREME RIGHT WINGERS SKEERED OF....
Posted on May 26, 2006 at 01:53:41 AM
by Jaime Kenedeno
WATTA YALL SKEERED OF ERIC.....
5/26/2006 12:16 AM
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"We The People"?
or
"Moctemoc's Door"?
WELCOME!
"Engaging the average citizen in the formulation of Public Policy" is our mission @ Team Kenedeno.
"The Net is a powerful force for change -- and a dynamic tool for citizen education and action. Read the latest research on citizen participation online, the stories and experiences of coalitions, corporate clients, and others working in the cyber trenches, and discover the potential to become an active participant in online democracy."
Cant yall guys feel that rumble?
The City Council and Loyd Neal are fixin to take a tumble.
Is it true the company that hires city employees is insured by LLoyd?
Not of London either!
Remember Eric, my goal is to engage the average citizen in the formulation of public policy.
Are you against informing the Public in a balanced manner?
WATT Rule did I violate so as to be censored?
If you are against Freedom of Speech then erase ME.
We will take everything we brought to the morning and evening ratings.
Except Tuesday with "El Defenzor Live".
"We Know We're From Here"
by Jaime Kenedeno
WATTA YALL SKEERED OF ERIC.....
5/26/2006 12:16 AM
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"We The People"?
or
"Moctemoc's Door"?
WELCOME!
"Engaging the average citizen in the formulation of Public Policy" is our mission @ Team Kenedeno.
"The Net is a powerful force for change -- and a dynamic tool for citizen education and action. Read the latest research on citizen participation online, the stories and experiences of coalitions, corporate clients, and others working in the cyber trenches, and discover the potential to become an active participant in online democracy."
Cant yall guys feel that rumble?
The City Council and Loyd Neal are fixin to take a tumble.
Is it true the company that hires city employees is insured by LLoyd?
Not of London either!
Remember Eric, my goal is to engage the average citizen in the formulation of public policy.
Are you against informing the Public in a balanced manner?
WATT Rule did I violate so as to be censored?
If you are against Freedom of Speech then erase ME.
We will take everything we brought to the morning and evening ratings.
Except Tuesday with "El Defenzor Live".
"We Know We're From Here"
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