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August 7, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Houston, TX – August 7, 2024 – SWPS’ Students Earn 2024 President’s Education Award Southwest Public Schools is pleased to announce that 44 students h...
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July 30, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Ebonie Ballesteros, an exceptional English teacher at Southwest Public Schools College & Career Preparatory Academy, has been named a Teacher of t...
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July 30, 2024
Southwest Public Schools is proud to announce that Dr. Adams, our esteemed Superintendent, has been recognized as one of the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) Insp...
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May 11, 2024
Lizbeth Martinez, SWPS International Leadership Academy Aleyda Salgado, SWPS Visual and Performing Arts Helen Vega, SWPS Leadership and Global Studies Carol Martinez, SWPS Coll...
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May 11, 2024
Liliana Orellana, SWPS International Leadership Academy (former Bissonnet) Esther Flores, SWPS Visual and Performing Arts Academy (former Mangum) Donald Morgan, SWPS Leadership ...
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May 11, 2024
On April 25, 2024, Southwest Public Schools proudly celebrated Administrative Professionals' Day with a heartfelt luncheon and recognition event. This day served as a reminder of ...
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May 11, 2024
Southwest Public Schools is thrilled to announce three teachers were honored as finalists for the Houston Area Association Bilingual Education (HAABE) ESL Teacher of the Year award...
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April 12, 2024
Southwest Public Schools recently hosted its inaugural districtwide Gifted and Talented (GT) showcase, displaying the creativity of our elementary students. Presenting to district ...
March 7, 2024
In a landmark decision reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence in education, we are thrilled to announce the renaming of Bissonnet Elementary to Southwest Public Sc...
February 5, 2024
Southwest Public Schools is igniting the spirit of diversity and inclusivity this February as we mark the annual observance of Black History Month with a series of engaging events...
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February 4, 2024
In a ceremony filled with applause and heartfelt appreciation, Southwest Public Schools proudly announced its December Teacher of the Month, Ms. Jacqueline Riquelme. A cornerst...
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February 4, 2024
The district's creative talents were on full display at the recent 2nd Annual Superintendent Holiday Card Contest, where finalists and winners were honored for their artistic bril...
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February 4, 2024
Southwest Public Schools is preparing to transition from the Early Exit Bilingual Program to the Dual Language One-Way Program model in 2024! Dual language immersion programs prov...
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November 7, 2023
Southwest Public Schools is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our history. After 24 years of dedication and growth, we are proud to unveil our new school district se...
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November 7, 2023
Southwest Public Schools was proud to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which ran from September 15th to October 15th. This month-long observance provided an...
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August 22, 2023
Clases de Inglés como segundo idioma para adultos
Noche de Orientación
Cuando: jueves, 24 de agosto a las 4:PM
Donde: MPR – Empowerment HS/ Discovery MS ...
May 31, 2023
Southwest Public Schools has been chosen as one of the recipients of the Teacher Incentive Allotment, in support of TEA & Local Designated Teachers! This is a testament to the ...
![Congratulations Southwest Public Schools! On behalf of Summit K12’s founder and CEO, John Kresky, Southwest Public Schools has been recognized as a 2022-2023 Texas Top 10 ESL Districts of the Year for the Listening Domain - 4th Place! Winners are the top performers from over 500 Texas districts using Summit K12! Summit K12 appreciates Southwest Public School’s dedication and support in helping Accelerate Learning for Emergent Bilingual Students each day. Congratulations SWPS on this amazing achievement!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/southwest_school%2C_tx_ar/article/image/large_5bb7d471-53fd-4a41-9679-71d5859327f9.jpg)
May 3, 2023
Congratulations Southwest Public Schools!
On behalf of Summit K12’s founder and CEO, John Kresky, Southwest Public Schools has been recognized as a 2022-2023 Texas Top 10...
April 21, 2023
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Ms. Damaris Laracuente and Ms. Leticia Gil, this year's teacher and support staff of the year! Here at Southwest Schools, staff members take the time to choose ...
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February 21, 2023
Hello everyone TELPAS has arrived once again and our students are ready, to tackle these exams just like any other year... Students you got this, just follow through on your str...