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FOR
STUDENTS
A major goal of the District is to assist in the development
of well-rounded, productive citizens with a broad range of interests,
abilities, and experiences. Student performance is an important
measure of a student's success. Friendswood schools consistently
perform at the highest levels on state tests and nationally standardized
tests. In the state's accountability rating system, Friendswood
ISD has earned a Recognized rating.
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Technology is an integral part of the curriculum on all campuses.
Each campus has self-contained computer labs and at least one
portable wireless lab. Schools are fully networked and each classroom
has computers available for teaching, research, and communication.
Foreign language instruction in Spanish, French, and German
is offered from sixth through twelfth grade, Latin classes in
ninth through twelfth grades, with advanced independent study
available. The high school is also involved in cooperative projects
with local colleges in applied technology.
FISD offers its students varied learning opportunities from
robotics to the outdoor nature center with time lapsed photography
to capture real world learning experiences. The District has
high expectations for its students in both academics and extracurricular
programs. Character Education is emphasized in all curriuculum
at all levels.
- Extracurricular Activities
- FISD schools offer numerous extracurricular activities including
drama and musical productions, choir, band, service organizations
and clubs. The junior high and high school also compete in academic
contests including Academic
Decathlon and Octathlon, speech, debate, and competitive
sports governed by the University Interscholastic League (UIL).
A comprehensive athletic program is available to students in
grades 7-12. All campuses have active parent
organizations that support various school activities. For
complete information about student participation at the high
school level, follow this link to
the Friendswood High School website.
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- For website access to the following departments at the High
School, click on the desired link: Band, Choir,
Drama, FHS
Musical Archives, Wranglerettes,
Athletics Department and other
high school clubs and organizations.
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- Junior High website.
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