Queen City ISD honored five outstanding retirees this year as each campus recently celebrated the dedication, hard work, and lasting impact these individuals have made throughout their careers. 🧡🖤
Retirees include:
• Melanie Jones – JKH – 18 years in education, 3 years at QCISD
• Lee Surratt – MUMS – 24 years in education, 7 years at QCISD
• Philicia Upchurch – MUMS – 31 years in education, 26 years at QCISD
• Roy Rogers – District – 12 years in education, all at QCISD
• Milton Bryant – District – 30 years at QCISD
While it is bittersweet to say goodbye, QCISD is incredibly thankful for the years of service, care, and commitment each of these individuals has given to our students, staff, and community. We wish them all the very best as they begin this exciting new season of life!
Retirees include:
• Melanie Jones – JKH – 18 years in education, 3 years at QCISD
• Lee Surratt – MUMS – 24 years in education, 7 years at QCISD
• Philicia Upchurch – MUMS – 31 years in education, 26 years at QCISD
• Roy Rogers – District – 12 years in education, all at QCISD
• Milton Bryant – District – 30 years at QCISD
While it is bittersweet to say goodbye, QCISD is incredibly thankful for the years of service, care, and commitment each of these individuals has given to our students, staff, and community. We wish them all the very best as they begin this exciting new season of life!
The 2nd grade students at J.K. Hileman Elementary wrapped up the school year in the sweetest way last week with their performance of The Cheese Stands Alone under the direction of Mrs. Emmanuel.
Students first took the stage in the morning for their fellow JKH classmates before returning that afternoon to perform again for proud parents, families, and friends. Filled with smiles, laughter, and lots of personality, the adorable production was a fun and memorable way to celebrate the end of a fantastic year!
Students first took the stage in the morning for their fellow JKH classmates before returning that afternoon to perform again for proud parents, families, and friends. Filled with smiles, laughter, and lots of personality, the adorable production was a fun and memorable way to celebrate the end of a fantastic year!
This week, we proudly celebrate Assistant Principals Week and the amazing leaders who help make our campuses strong, supportive, and successful each and every day.
At J.K. Hileman Elementary, Lesley Dotson brings a caring heart and steady leadership that helps create a nurturing environment where our littlest Bulldogs can grow and thrive.
At Morris Upchurch Middle School, Lee Surratt is a source of support and encouragement, holding our Bulldogs to a higher standard and guiding them with dedication and integrity.
At Queen City High School, Jaime Clark recently came on board and is helping shape a positive culture where our Bulldogs are challenged, supported, and inspired to succeed.
Assistant principals wear many hats—mentor, problem-solver, encourager, leader—and they do it all with grace and heart. Their impact is felt in the hallways, classrooms, and lives of everyone they serve.
We are incredibly grateful for these three outstanding leaders and the difference they make across our district.
Happy Assistant Principals Week!
Queen City ISD proudly celebrated the members of our Board of Trustees Monday night in honor of School Board Appreciation, though the truth is their dedication and service are valued every single day.
Students from J.K. Hileman Elementary were on hand to help make the evening special, presenting board members with books to be donated to the elementary library in their honor. First grader Zeke delighted everyone by reading Dragons Love Tacos, bringing smiles and laughter to the room.
Middle school students from MUMS shared oatmeal cream pies from The Sweet Spot along with gift cards for a future treat, while Queen City High School presented each trustee with an iron logo crafted by the Ag Department and a Texas Roadhouse gift card. Thoughtful thank-you cards, drawings, handwritten notes, and other tokens of appreciation filled the table, serving as a heartfelt reminder of the impact these leaders have on our students and staff.
One thing was abundantly clear throughout the evening: the QCISD Board of Trustees is truly loved and deeply appreciated.
Students from J.K. Hileman Elementary were on hand to help make the evening special, presenting board members with books to be donated to the elementary library in their honor. First grader Zeke delighted everyone by reading Dragons Love Tacos, bringing smiles and laughter to the room.
Middle school students from MUMS shared oatmeal cream pies from The Sweet Spot along with gift cards for a future treat, while Queen City High School presented each trustee with an iron logo crafted by the Ag Department and a Texas Roadhouse gift card. Thoughtful thank-you cards, drawings, handwritten notes, and other tokens of appreciation filled the table, serving as a heartfelt reminder of the impact these leaders have on our students and staff.
One thing was abundantly clear throughout the evening: the QCISD Board of Trustees is truly loved and deeply appreciated.
JKH's Academic UIL medalists were recognized at last night's School Board Meeting. Great job, Little Bulldogs!
QCISD is now accepting nominations for GT testing!
A policy change regarding the use of E-Cigarettes and vape pens passed by the 88th Texas Legislature will impact our discipline practices starting with the 23-24 school year.
House Bill 114 (HB 114) was voted into law to address the increasing concerns around e-cigarettes, vaping, marijuana, and THC-related products among our youth. The Bill mandates that any student found in possession of, under the influence of, selling, gifting, or delivering these substances on or within a 300-feet radius of any school premises, will be immediately removed and placed in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). You can access the full version of the Bill here: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/pdf/HB00114F.pdf
Please take a moment to discuss the implications of this new law and the new changes to our disciplinary practice with your children. Emphasize the importance of adhering to school policies and laws for their welfare and the betterment of the school community.
Your cooperation and support in ensuring that Queen City ISD remains a safe, healthy, and thriving educational environment for our students is deeply appreciated. If you have any questions or concerns about this new policy, please contact your child’s campus principal.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and shape a better future for them.
Pursuant to the TEC Code 39.053, the QCISD Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing on July 31 at
6:00 PM at the Thornton Administration Office concerning the evaluation of the effectiveness of SCE
interventions for students failing to meet the EOC standards.
An accident at Morris Upchurch Middle School earlier today resulted in one of the stage curtains catching on fire. Cass County firefighters were called to the scene and quickly extinguished it. Thankfully, there was minimal damage and no injuries, and the clean-up process has already started. QCISD thanks all the first responders for their speedy response and help today.
PNP Schools and Equitable Services Required Notification
QCISD's Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity Plan has been posted on the district website and can be accessed at https://5il.co/1ptun. Please take a few minutes to watch Mr. Dover's video at https://youtu.be/wLiUxKLCM3Q explaining the importance of the plan and complete a one-question survey at https://forms.gle/x6iud14GuLuDAaWdA. Your input and commitment to the students of our district is valued and appreciated.
READ ACROSS AMERICA is happening this week at JKH!!!
Thank you to all the parents and community members who supported our students in this year's KIDS HEART CHALLENGE!
It's almost time for the Spring Book Fair!
The QCHS Floriculture team traveled to Daingerfield over Winter Break to compete in an invitational contest where they placed 5th overall. Payton Boone was the 4th high point individual out of 41 contestants! Great job, Ladies!
The QCHS Trailer Team brought home another BLUE RIBBON over Winter Break! The San Antonio Ag Mech Show had 797 projects, 272 schools, and 1,675 exhibitors. Great job, Bulldogs!
Brett Stringer
Mason Stringer
Lathan Chamblee
Kaden Satterfield
Kolt Strickland
Congratulations to QCHS junior Micah Whittington for placing 5th in his Lewis Class at the San Antonio Jr. Shootout. Micah won a belt buckle, a gun case, a $100 gift card, and 5 flats of ammunition. Great job, Bulldog!
MUMS students used the Super Bowl to practice prediction last week in the library. Mrs. Childress' class was awarded valentine's candy for their winning prediction, and Lucas McCasland won a Sonic gift card for his! Great job, Bulldogs!
MUMS Bulldog Leaders of the Week: 7th Grade - Peyton Granado, 8th Grade - Emerson Wilbanks, 6th Grade -Gracelyn Powell, 5th Grade - Aiden Treadway
The QCHS UIL teams traveled to Hallsville, TX on Saturday, Feb 11th. Students competed in General Math, Number Sense, Calculator, Computer Science, Science, Spelling, Current Events, and Literary Criticism.
Anthony Castleberry placed 2nd 🥈 in Spelling. Brayden Attaway placed 5th in Spelling. The team of two also placed 2nd as a team in Spelling.
Harley Smith, Ian Taylor, Xavior Allison, and Kanyon Compton competed in computer science and placed 3rd as a team.
Great job, Bulldogs
