Record-breaking number of FBISD musical ensembles named Mark of Excellence winners

A record-breaking 15 FBISD musical ensembles earned national recognition in the 2024 Mark of Excellence project, a program by The Foundation for Music Education, that celebrates outstanding performances by school bands, choirs and orchestras. 

Fine Arts director receives new FBISD employee recognition award

Fort Bend ISD Fine Arts Director James (Jim) Drew received the district’s September PAC Award, making him the first recipient of the honor, which recognizes outstanding employees who significantly contribute to the success of FBISD students and staff.

FBISD Board of Trustees to host Listening Tour October 7

FBISD parents, staff and community members will have an opportunity to engage with the Board of Trustees at a Listening Tour event on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Willowridge High School.

The event begins at 5 p.m. with roundtable discussions to provide an opportunity for productive dialogue between attendees, the board and district leaders.

Then at 6 p.m. attendees are invited to stay for the board’s Agenda Review Workshop meeting.

The Listening Tour event will also feature student performances and artwork. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend.

FBISD seeks naming suggestions for consolidated campuses

Fort Bend ISD is seeking community naming suggestions for the consolidated campuses of Mission Bend/Mission Glen and Blue Ridge/Briargate elementary schools.

The nomination period is now open. The deadline to submit names for the two consolidated schools is October 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

Nominations must be completed using an online form. The link to the form is below and on the FBISD website.

Those who wish to make a nomination must submit a written one or two-paragraph statement (no longer than 250 words) containing biographical information or historical data, and reasons justifying the suggested name. Name nominations shall generally be names of people or places.

Per Policy CW (Local), if the name of a person is to be considered, that individual should have attained prominence locally or nationally in the fields of education, science, art, statesmanship, political science, military achievement, or a Texas historical achievement. If the name of a place is to be considered, the criteria should include historical relevance. The person or place should have made a significant contribution to society and should lend prestige and status to an institution of learning. 

Students, staff, and district residents may submit nominations.

Once the deadline for nominations has closed, a naming committee will consider the nominations prior to a recommendation to the FBISD Board of Trustees.

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FBISD's annual band night October 1

Fort Bend ISD will present an evening of competitive marching exhibitions during its annual band night event on Tuesday, October 1 at 5:45 p.m. at Hall Stadium (3335 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City, TX 77459).

Just the facts!

Heard something about FBISD and wondering if it’s factual? Go to our new Verified Fact Checker on the FBISD website to find out. 

Uplift Mentor Program

Join the Uplift Mentor Program and help shape the future of our students.

Volunteering just 30 minutes a week can make a lasting impact and provide a student with the encouragement they need to reach their full potential.

Football is back in FBISD!

Football season is here and it's going to be awesome. Join the excitement and support our students by attending the games.