Achievers

Andy Woods Elementary School

Carole McCoy, the mother of two Andy Woods’ students, who is serving in Iraq, presented to the students and staff, a flag that flew over the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. The flag was flown in honor of Andy Woods Elementary School Day. McCoy had the honor of raising the flag at Andy Woods with her sons by her side. The flag will stay on display at the school as a reminder of this special recognition and of their desire to show honor and respect for those who are serving our country in military service.

TARGET Academy

The TARGET Program was invited to present student work at Discovery Science Place’s 2008 MindFest: The Art of Invention.

The 2007-08 fifth-grade TARGET students displayed an exhibit of sculpture, poetry and photography that was the culminating creative expression of an inquiry into the science of “weather.” Two TARGET students were invited to share their research findings at MindFest. Abby Jameson did an inquiry into the solar system. Joshua Bice did an inquiry into Roller Coasters.

Scholarship/Inductions

Paz Acosta, a Robert E. Lee High School student, is the recipient of a $1,000 College Access Scholarship. This scholarship is good at any institution in the United States where she enrolls. Paz received this award while attending a FAFSA Lecture given by a University of Texas at Tyler volunteer.