Dragons in Action

This week, dozens of Carroll ISD advocates—including community members, trustees, administrators, and staff—headed to the Texas Capitol to champion increased school funding for our Dragons and students across Texas! We’re grateful to the many legislators who welcomed us, listened to our concerns, and are working toward solutions this legislative session.


CISD Legislative Platform

BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS TOMORROW!

Get ready, Dragon Nation! Follow Charlie the Dragon on Facebook LIVE all day tomorrow as he reveals our 2024-25 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR!


THANK YOU to the Carroll Education Foundation and their generous supporters who've donated a $1,000 gift to each campus winner!

March 6, 2025


Reminder: Dragon eBlast will now arrive twice a week—on Tuesdays and Thursdays.


UPDATED: Camps @ CISD - Register NOW

Check out our Community Camps page on our website for more details on camps held at CISD! We're adding new SUMMER 2025 camps each week!


Attention Senior Parents

Don't let your student miss out on valuable scholarship opportunities! Our PTOs, Booster Clubs, and community organizations have generous scholarships available—many exclusively for Carroll ISD seniors! Remind your student to check Naviance regularly for the latest scholarship postings and deadlines. These awards can make a big difference in college expenses, and applying is easier than you think! Encourage your senior to log in today and take advantage of these fantastic local opportunities!


Good & Green is back!

When you hear Carroll Robotics, think innovation, engineering, and Dragon dominance! In this episode, we dive into the high-tech world of VEX Robotics, where students design, build, and program their own competitive robots. These future engineers are taking on the UIL State Championship and competing on the global stage at the VEX World Championship! With 80 students across seven competitive teams, Carroll Robotics continues to thrive—combining math, coding, and problem-solving to tackle real-world challenges. And for the first time, VEX Robotics now counts toward the prestigious Lone Star Cup points!


Watch now and see these Dragons in action!


AP Art Show - BEGINS TONIGHT!

Join our AP Art students who are showcasing their incredible talent at the Spring AP Art Show, opening March 6 from 5:00-7:30 PM in the CSHS Art Gallery! The exhibit runs through March 13 during school hours, and admission is free. A special congratulations to our 17 students advancing to the State VASE competition and to all artists for their hard work this semester. Don’t miss this chance to view outstanding artwork from CSHS and CHS—come celebrate our Dragons’ creativity!


Carroll Winterguard Denim and Diamonds Fundraiser - March 7

Winter Guard invites you to support and watch their shows (Cadets, JV, and Varsity). Come and enjoy a night of beautiful performances, starting with a catered dinner by Fajita Pete’s, and an auction beginning at 5:00pm. Your $20 ticket includes access to dinner, auction, and the performance.


If you only wish to cheer on our Dragons, non-dinner tickets are $10 with performances starting at 6:30pm.


All adults are required to show their wristband to enter the show. Students and teachers have free entry to watch the performances at 6:30pm. The event will be held on March 7th at 5:00pm at CHS. Buy tickets here.


NEW: Southlake Showdown - March 7-8

Get ready for a weekend of high-energy performances, jaw-dropping choreography, and incredible vocals as Carroll Choirs hosts the 2025 Southlake Showdown – one of the most electrifying show choir competitions in Texas!


When: March 7-8, 2025

Where: Carroll Senior High School Fine Arts Complex

Tickets HERE


Pre-K Application Process - Opens March 10

Carroll ISD families, mark your calendars! The Pre-K application process for the 2025-2026 school year opens on March 10. If you have a child who will be eligible for Pre-K next year, be sure to review the enrollment requirements and prepare to submit your application.


For more details about the program, eligibility, and the application process, visit:


Carroll ISD Pre-Kindergarten Program


Online Transfer Application - Opens March 10

The Online Transfer Application for the 2025/2026 school year will open on March 10th at 9:00AM. If you are currently enrolled on a transfer of any type, you will need to renew your request for enrollment. If you are seeking to enroll in Carroll ISD and live outside district boundaries but in the City of Southlake or Town of Westlake, please complete this application for consideration. The Online Transfer Application is located on the Enrollment Dashboard and available on our website by selecting Enrollment from the main district page. If you have any questions, please contact Student Services via email : student.services@southlakecarroll.edu 


Dragon Youth Dazzlers Parent Info Meeting - March 12

Dazzlers is a youth-based pom/dance team for students, grades 2nd-6th, living within Southlake or attending CISD schools. We perform exclusively for the Dragon Youth Football teams.


  • Parent Info Night: March 12, 2025, 6-7 PM @ Compass Realty (550 Reserve St, Suite 650, Southlake). New & returning parents encouraged to attend.
  • Registration: Opens April 1 at 9 AM via Sports Engine on the Dragon Youth Football website. Limited to 125 dancers, first-come, first-served.
  • Questions? Contact Kendra & Sally at dragonyouthdazzlers@gmail.com.


SAGT Safari Overnight at the Fort Worth Zoo - Register by March 14

On Saturday evening, the Southlake Association for the Gifted & Talented attendees will explore the Fort Worth Zoo on a guided tour followed by a tasty snack, and fun activities. Families will sleep overnight inside the education center. On Sunday, attendees will enjoy a continental breakfast, live animal presentation, morning tour before the zoo opens, and an all-day admission. Registration will close on March 14th or when the event capacity is reached. 


Saturday, March 29, 8 PM - Sunday, March 30, 10 AM

$87.50 per person for SAGT members 

$97.50 per person for non-members

Children must be accompanied by an adult

 

Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/250165482618156


Spring Break Closure - begins March 14

Carroll ISD will be closed for the Spring Break holiday beginning Friday, March 14th (Bad Weather Day) - Friday, March 21st. Have fun and we'll see our Dragons back in class on Monday, March 24th!


NEW: Southlake Carroll Swim & Dive Tryouts – March 29

Southlake Carroll High School is looking for 8th, 9th, and 10th grade boys and girls to join the Dragon Swim & Dive Team. Tryouts will take place on Saturday, March 29, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Elise Cerami Aquatic Center at Carroll Senior High School.


As a multi-time Texas High School State Champion program, the Dragons continue to build excellence in and out of the pool. No prior competitive swimming experience? No problem! Students can enroll in JV Competitive Swimming (4th & 8th blocks)—a no-cut program designed for all skill levels, as long as they can swim safely.


Join us in keeping the Dragon Fire burning bright and help maintain the #1 high school swim and dive program in Texas. For questions, contact Head Swim Coach Kevin Murphy at Kevin.Murphy@southlakecarroll.edu. > DOWNLOAD FLYER


NEW: CISD Job Fair SAVE THE DATE - March 29

Carroll ISD is hosting a Job Fair on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the CISD Administration Building, located at 2400 N. Carroll Ave. in Southlake. The district is hiring in all areas, including teachers, counselors, special programs, child nutrition, transportation, and more. Onsite interviews will be available, and CISD is excited to offer a new onsite staff childcare facility for the 2025-26 school year. Special education stipends are also available. Mark your calendar and take the next step toward joining a world-class team. For more information, call 817-949-8222. To RSVP, visit CISD Recruitment, and for additional employment details, visit CISD Employment.


Join NTN - Schedule Today

Looking to take your swimming to the next level? Join the North Texas Nadadores competitive swim team! We offer dynamic programs in a fun, supportive environment, with expert coaching and personalized instruction. Schedule your evaluation today on our website or by emailing teaminfo@ntnadadores.org. DOWNLOAD FLYER


Dragon Youth / SWC Spring Wrestling Registration - Now Open

Kids K-6th grade, all levels welcome. Wednesday @ 5:45 to 6:45. Southlake Wrestling Club, 7th - 12th (SWC) Monday and Wednesday @ 6 to 7:30. CISD faculty and staff receive 50% off your registration. Email wrestledragonyouth@gmail.com with any questions. Please click here to register for DYW Spring Season  


Carroll Night at the Rangers!

The Texas Rangers will once again welcome Carroll ISD to the ballpark - Saturday, May 3rd at 6:05 PM. Grab your tickets - they'll go fast! And once again, the Rangers have generously designed a collector's edition Texas Rangers X Carroll ISD baseball cap, FREE with ticket purchase at this link only. See you at the ballpark, Dragons!

Legislative Update: Bill Tracking Alert

The Texas 89th Legislative Session is moving full speed ahead and education-focused bills are rolling in! We're keeping a close eye on several key proposals that could impact our district. See highlighted bills ----->


We are tracking these bills closely and will update you when it's time to take action!


SB 26 – Teacher Pay Increases - this bill would create a new teacher retention allotment, providing salary increases for classroom teachers, and also expands the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA).


HB 2 – Basic Allotment & Compensation Increases - this bill proposes $3.2 billion to go towards increasing the basic allotment, as well as additional compensation for teachers, counselors, nurses, and librarians. It also makes significant investments in special education funding.

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