Take a look inside the new Guthrie Center! Made possible through the 2022 Bond Program, this incredible new space is ready for students. We can’t wait to see it come to life as we head back to school! Check out the photo gallery for a first look. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #SBISDBond
🎓 Congratulations, Summer Class of 2026! We’re proud to celebrate our newest SBISD graduates and all they’ve accomplished. Your next chapter starts now, and the possibilities are endless! 📸 Check out photos from the celebration! #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible
Stratford Senior Turns Summer Internship into Career Experience
Stratford High School senior Caden Stone is one step closer to achieving his dream of becoming a sports broadcaster after completing a summer media internship at Baylor College of Medicine.
Already involved in The Oracle, Stratford's student magazine, SHTV News and the varsity baseball team, Caden embraced the opportunity to expand his journalism experience beyond sports while developing valuable professional skills.
During the internship, he strengthened his communication, collaboration and storytelling abilities while gaining firsthand experience in a professional workplace. The experience also reinforced his plans to study communications or broadcast journalism in college and pursue a career in sports media.
Caden's journey reflects SBISD's commitment to providing meaningful, career-connected learning experiences that prepare students for success in college, career and beyond.
Read more about Caden's inspiring journey and how he's turning his passion into a future career.
Spring Woods High Students Earn National Recognition at Educators Rising Conference
Spring Branch ISD is proud to celebrate a historic achievement by Spring Woods High rising seniors Lizbeth Lopez and Narhalie Padilla.
This summer, the two students became the first Spring Woods High students to compete at the Educators Rising/TAFE National Conference in Portland, Oregon, after qualifying through the Texas state competition.
Competing alongside more than 3,800 students from across the country, Lizbeth and Narhalie earned a Blue Ribbon, the highest ribbon distinction awarded in the Interactive Bulletin Board competition.
Their achievement reflects the strength of SBISD's Career and Technical Education (CTE) Education and Training pathway, which provides students with opportunities to build leadership skills, gain hands-on experiences and prepare for careers in education.
The students were supported by educator Jasmine Randolph, whose mentorship helped prepare them for success at both the state and national levels.
Congratulations to Lizbeth Lopez, Narhalie Padilla and Jasmine Randolph on this historic accomplishment. Thank you for representing Spring Woods High and SBISD with excellence. Go Tigers!
The newest edition of Inspire is here, and it's packed with everything families need to start the school year strong. From back to school reminders and key dates to district news and helpful resources, this issue has you covered as we count down to the first day of school. Read the latest edition. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible #BackToSchool
Families – make sure to update your Skyward Family Access mobile app ! The latest mobile app update may require you to run updates from the App Store on your phone before you can sign in. Don't wait until the first day of school!
We've posted step-by-step instructions on our website to help you:
âś… Update the Skyward Family Access app
âś… Reset your password
âś… Be ready for the first day
Take a few minutes now to ensure you're ready to access schedules, grades, attendance and important school information.
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The future is taking shape at The Guthrie Center! We're excited to see the state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education (CTE) facility featured by KPRC2 as we prepare to welcome students for an incredible school year. This September, we'll celebrate the grand opening of The Guthrie Center, a milestone made possible through the 2022 Bond Program and our community's investment in the future. Read more in KPRC2's story and follow along as we count down to opening day. #SBISDProud #SBISDPossible
Learning in SBISD pre-K is active, engaging and fun!
Led by certified educators who understand how young children learn and grow, our classrooms build a strong foundation for lifelong learning through hands-on experiences and meaningful exploration.
Why choose SBISD pre-K?
Certified, experienced teachers
Engaging, developmentally appropriate learning
A strong foundation for kindergarten success
A welcoming environment where Every Child can thrive
Westchester Academy (WAIS) graduate Alfonso Cipriano is headed to the University of Pennsylvania on a full-ride scholarship, proving what's possible when students are surrounded by educators who believe in them and opportunities that help them thrive. As SBISD celebrates 80 years of what public education makes possible, Alfonso's journey reminds us that finding your voice, pursuing your passions and dreaming big can open extraordinary doors. Read the full story here. #SBISDPossible #SBISDProud
One summer. Two healthcare camps. One future ER nurse in the making. Northbrook senior, Alondra Gomez spent her summer building skills, exploring careers, and discovering exactly where her passion leads. Read the full story here.
Spring Branch ISD (SBISD) continues to set the standard for excellence in visual arts, earning recognition as a Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) District of Distinction for the sixth consecutive year. SBISD is one of only 109 school districts in Texas to receive the prestigious honor for the 2025-2026 school year. More than 1,200 eligible districts were invited to apply. #SBISDPossible
Welcome, Principal Mark Smith! Spring Oaks Middle School is proud to welcome Mark Smith as its new principal.
After a distinguished 37-year career in education, Principal Smith realized retirement wasn't the end of his journey. Following successful leadership at Northbrook High School and Spring Woods Middle School as interim principal, he is excited to continue serving the Spring Branch ISD community at Spring Oaks.
Principal Smith believes great schools are built on Excellence and Belonging.
As a leader, he describes himself with one word: Empowering.
He believes the best leaders help others discover their strengths, build confidence and succeed together.
This school year, Principal Smith is focused on:
Building strong relationships with students, staff and families
Creating a culture where excellence thrives
Ensuring every student feels they belong
Supporting teachers so they can make an even greater impact
Making Spring Oaks a place where students are excited to learn every day
đź”— Read more about Principal Smith here
We are excited to welcome Principal Smith to Spring Oaks Middle School and look forward to an outstanding school year together!
Welcome, Principal Rachel Odom! Meadow Wood Elementary is proud to welcome Rachel Odom as its new principal.
For Principal Odom, this role is more than a career milestone. As a former Meadow Wood student, teacher, parent and volunteer, she is honored to return to the campus that helped shape her and continue serving the school community she proudly calls home.
Principal Odom believes great schools are built on Clarity and Collaboration.
Her leadership is rooted in strong relationships, teamwork and creating opportunities for every student to succeed.
This school year, Principal Odom is focused on:
Building a culture of connection and belonging
Supporting students, staff and families
Creating engaging learning experiences
Strengthening collaboration across the school community
Helping Every Child grow and succeed
đź”— Read more about Principal Odom here
We are excited to welcome Principal Odom to Meadow Wood Elementary and look forward to the next chapter of this incredible school community!
Welcome, Director Bruce Hill! Westchester Academy for International Studies is proud to welcome Bruce Hill as its new director.
Director Hill believes the most meaningful moments in education happen when students know someone believes in them. He is excited to join a campus known for its academic excellence, global learning and commitment to developing student leaders.
Director Hill believes great schools are built on Strong Relationships and High Expectations.
His leadership is focused on creating learning experiences where every student feels supported, challenged and empowered to discover their potential.
This school year, Director Hill is focused on:
Building strong relationships with students, families and staff
Supporting academic excellence and global learning
Preparing students for college, careers and lives of purpose
Creating opportunities for every student to grow and lead
Building on the outstanding tradition of Westchester Academy
đź”— Read more about Director Hill here
We are excited to welcome Director Hill to Westchester Academy for International Studies and look forward to an incredible year ahead!
Welcome, Principal Sonya Clark! Spring Woods Middle School is proud to welcome Sonya Clark as its new principal.
Principal Clark's passion for education began in kindergarten, when her teacher encouraged her to help classmates who needed extra support. That experience inspired a lifelong commitment to serving students and has shaped her 26-year career in education.
Principal Clark believes great schools are built on High Expectations paired with Support.
She believes effective leadership means meeting people where they are, listening with intention and working together to help every student succeed.
This school year, Principal Clark is focused on:
Creating a physically and emotionally safe school environment
Building strong relationships with students, staff and families
Supporting teachers so they can help students achieve at high levels
Strengthening partnerships with families and the community
Empowering every student to reach their full potential'
đź”— Read more about Principal Clark here
We are excited to welcome Principal Clark to Spring Woods Middle School and look forward to the incredible year ahead!
Welcome, Principal Mandy Ruiz! Spring Branch Elementary is proud to welcome Mandy Ruiz as its new principal.
Inspired by her great-grandmother, who taught in a one-room schoolhouse, Principal Ruiz has dedicated more than 20 years to helping students, educators and families grow together. She is honored to continue the proud tradition of Spring Branch Elementary, the district's very first school.
Principal Ruiz believes great schools are built on Collective Greatness.
Her leadership is rooted in collaboration, ensuring every voice is valued and every member of the school community has the opportunity to succeed.
This school year, Principal Ruiz is focused on:
Building on Spring Branch Elementary's legacy of excellence
Strengthening partnerships with students, families and staff
Creating a collaborative school community
Ensuring every student feels connected and challenged
Inspiring students to take pride in their school and their learning
đź”— Read more about Principal Ruiz here
We are excited to welcome Principal Ruiz to Spring Branch Elementary and look forward to the future of this incredible school community!
Welcome, Principal Paul Wallace! Sherwood Elementary is proud to welcome Paul Wallace as its new principal.
Principal Wallace brings 19 years of experience in education and is excited to become part of the Sherwood community. He believes the strongest schools are built through meaningful relationships and looks forward to getting to know every student, staff member and family.
Principal Wallace believes great schools are built on Engagement and Community.
As a leader, he describes himself with one word: Relational.
He believes leadership is about building trust, strengthening relationships and creating a school community where everyone feels connected.
This school year, Principal Wallace is focused on:
Building on Sherwood's strong legacy
Getting to know students, staff and families
Creating a safe and welcoming environment for every student
Supporting teachers and staff
Strengthening the school's close-knit community
đź”— Read more about Principal Wallace here
We are excited to welcome Principal Wallace to Sherwood Elementary and look forward to a wonderful school year together!
Welcome, Principal April Tavilson!
Hollibrook Elementary is proud to welcome April Tavilson as its new principal.
For Principal Tavilson, this role is not about joining a new community. It is about continuing to serve one she already calls home. After several years as Hollibrook's assistant principal, she is excited to continue building strong relationships with students, staff and families.
Principal Tavilson believes great schools are built on Belonging and Growth.
As a leader, she describes herself with one word: Together.
She believes the best outcomes happen when students, staff and families work together toward a shared vision for every child.
This school year, Principal Tavilson is focused on:
Ensuring every student feels safe, loved and empowered
Strengthening high-quality instruction
Supporting and developing teachers
Building strong partnerships with families
Creating a culture where every child can grow and succeed
đź”— Read more about Principal Tavilson here
We are excited to welcome Principal Tavilson into this new role and look forward to another outstanding year at Hollibrook Elementary!
Welcome, Director Carlos Ortiz!
Tiger Trail School for Early Learning is proud to welcome Carlos Ortiz as its new director.
For Director Ortiz, leading Tiger Trail feels like coming home. After 21 years in education, he is excited to partner with teachers and families to provide SBISD's youngest learners with the strongest possible educational foundation.
Director Ortiz believes great schools are built on Collective Greatness and Collaborative Spirit.
As a leader, he describes himself with one word: Collaboration.
His leadership is rooted in serving others and bringing people together to help every child succeed.
This school year, Director Ortiz is focused on:
Building relationships with students, families and staff
Supporting teachers in every possible way
Creating an inclusive, learner-centered environment
Helping students become problem-solvers, critical thinkers and communicators
Ensuring every child feels they belong
A message from Director Ortiz
"What I want every student to feel when they walk through our doors is 'I belong.' I want Every Child to know they are valued, they are safe and they are exactly where they are meant to be."
đź”— Read more about Director Ortiz here
We are excited to welcome Director Ortiz to Tiger Trail School for Early Learning and look forward to an incredible year ahead!
Welcome, Principal Daphne Wilson! Northbrook High School is proud to welcome Daphne Wilson as its new principal.
For Principal Wilson, serving Northbrook is more than a new role. It is a continuation of a community that has been part of her family's story for years. As both an educator and parent, she is committed to helping every Raider succeed.
Principal Wilson believes great schools are built on hope and opportunity.
As a leader, she describes herself with one word: builder
Her goal is to build people, strengthen systems and create opportunities that help students, staff and the entire school community thrive.
This school year, Principal Wilson is focused on:
Strengthening instruction
Supporting teachers and staff
Expanding opportunities for students
Ensuring every Raider feels valued, connected and challenged
Preparing students for success after graduation
We are excited to welcome Principal Wilson into this new role and look forward to another outstanding year at Northbrook High School!
