Lizzy serves as editor for the Conroe/Montgomery and Tomball/Magnolia editions of Community Impact Montgomery and Tomball prior to becoming editor Back to News Releases TOMBALL - Preliminary May 2025 election results show that voters in Tomball ISD approved all four propositions in the district's $429 million bond referendum.  Preliminary results will become official once canvassed Results below reflect the totals of those in favor from both Harris County and Montgomery County “We are grateful for the support of our Tomball community in continuing the legacy of excellence that has been established in our Destination District,” said Dr “These projects will positively impact every child in Tomball ISD as we strive to ensure that our aging facilities and student support programs continue to serve the needs of our learners We are committed to fiscal responsibility and this vote of confidence from our taxpayers is a testament to their trust in us.”  The approved projects will not increase the District’s total tax rate.  The bond package was developed by a community-based Bond Steering Committee and received a unanimous vote by the Tomball ISD Board of Trustees Projects are designed to refresh aging campuses and facilities and refresh and replace outdated technology.  As the projects continue through design and construction Tomball ISD officials will share bond project updates with the community To learn more about Bond 2025, visit: tomballisd.net/Bond2025 Tomball ISD empowers students to become impactful contributing citizens by providing innovative individually rigorous and personally valuable educational experiences while partnering with the community Tomball ISD Chief Financial Officer Zack Boles discusses the 2025 bond package with the board of trustees at a Feb TOMBALL - In preparation for the start of the 2025-2026 school year Tomball ISD celebrated the opening of its fourth intermediate campus West Intermediate is a completed Bond 2021 project and is the second of three campuses to open within the West Complex as West Elementary opened in August 2024.  and will begin serving students in August 2025 The campus will serve students in fifth and sixth grade and Dr Caitlin Cain will lead as the school’s first Principal “Today’s ribbon cutting ceremony is a proud milestone for Tomball ISD and a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together,” said Dr “The opening of West Intermediate was made possible by the strong support of our community through the successful passing of Bond 2021 and we are deeply grateful for the trust and investment in our students’ future This building represents not just bricks and mortar but a shared vision for excellence in education and a lasting legacy for generations to come.” “The Tomball ISD Board of Trustees is thrilled to open the West Intermediate School This new facility on the western side of our District addresses our fast enrollment growth and represents our commitment to providing a safe and inspiring environment for our students to learn and grow,” said Dr “West Intermediate is a great example of Bond 2021 dollars at work and we are thankful to our Tomball Community for their overwhelming vote to support Bond 2021 Today’s ribbon cutting marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our community and we look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on our children and their future.” The ribbon cutting expressed acknowledgement for the work performed by the experts from LAN ICI Construction and Arcadis Architects who joined Tomball ISD Board of Trustees and its Leadership Team in bringing this project to fruition.  Home sales decreased in three of the five ZIP codes in the Tomball and Magnolia area TOMBALL - Tomball ISD was well-represented at the 2025 Houston Area Association for Bilingual Education (HAABE) Teacher of the Year ceremony as Creekside Park Junior High teacher and Tomball ISD’s Secondary ESL Teacher of the Year Jennifer Keogh and Tomball Intermediate Principal and Leadership Champion Dr Kelly Marchiando were honored for their commitment to bilingual education as the HAABE Secondary ESL Teacher of the Year and Leadership Champion for the Houston region Keogh becomes the third overall HAABE Teacher of the Year winner for Tomball ISD in the last four years joining Maria Alejandra Martinez (2023-2024) and Araceli Salinas (2021-2022) Marchiando becomes the first Leadership Champion award recipient as this is a brand new honor for HAABE As a representative of Tomball ISD's commitment to excellence in all areas Keogh will now advance to represent HAABE and Tomball ISD at the Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE) Teacher of the Year competition in the fall.  Tomball ISD Director of Multilingual Programs “Jennifer Keogh from Creekside Park Junior High has been named HAABE's Secondary ESL Teacher of the Year This award acknowledges her passion and effective strategies in supporting multilingual students Her efforts have demonstrably contributed to significant improvements in her students' language proficiency and academic growth.” Kelly Marchiando has been honored with the newly created HAABE Leadership Champion award a testament to her influential role in establishing and maintaining high-quality multilingual programming Her advocacy and support were particularly vital in ensuring a smooth transition for the initial cohort of the Two-Way Dual Language program this year as it moved into Tomball Intermediate School She was instrumental in providing teachers with the necessary professional development This inaugural win positions Tomball ISD as a leader in multilingual education within the Houston area.” A veteran educator with 15 years of experience Jennifer Keogh has spent the last nine years as an Emergent Bilingual Specialist/ESL Teacher in Tomball ISD currently teaching ELLA Newcomer classes at Creekside Park Junior High Her certifications include ELA and Reading (4-12) and ESL (K-12).  Ms named Tomball ISD’s Secondary ESL Teacher of the Year was also the recipient of the CPJH Teacher of the Month award (March 2024) and former Teacher of the Year (Owasso Public Schools) was named the Houston Area Leadership Champion for the 2024-25 school year after being recognized as the TISD Leadership Champion This new award recognizes leaders who champion emergent bilingual students and educators Marchiando fosters an inclusive environment supports educators with resources and professional development builds strong family and community relationships She is a passionate advocate dedicated to student growth and success for all at TIS Harris County voters can vote at any polling location while voters in Montgomery County must vote in their designated precinct TOMBALL - Following the recent retirement announcement of Tomball ISD Director of Athletics Kevin Flanigan Tomball ISD announces current Tomball High School Principal Chris Scott has accepted the promotional opportunity to serve as the District’s next Director of Athletics This transition will become effective at the end of the 2024-2025 school year.  “With deep roots in the Tomball community as an alumnus coupled with years of leadership experience at the highest level in Texas we are excited to name Chris Scott our new Director of Athletics,” said Dr “He is committed to building on our strong tradition of excellence in athletics and brings instructional leadership experience to his role to continue emphasizing the importance of success in both in the classroom and on the field We look forward to him supporting our coaches and ensuring our athletic programs continue to succeed and develop well-rounded student-athletes that are prepared for life beyond high school.” Chris Scott will transition into this District leadership role with 28 years of experience in education most notably the last 17 years serving at the district and secondary level within Tomball ISD His years of experience began back in 1997 where he spent five years as a teacher and a varsity coach at the secondary level between three high school stops at Houston-area school districts he was promoted to campus leadership positions before finding his way home to Tomball he rejoined TISD as the Director of Math and Science he was tasked with opening Creekside Park Junior High as its inaugural Principal before moving on to Tomball High School a year later Scott will bring experience as a campus leader and an instructional leader who emphasizes student-athlete achievement and the promotion and development of the whole student-athlete.  Scott was a standout baseball player at THS moving on to play at the collegiate level at the University of Houston.  he will build on the strong community partnerships that have been established among the athletics community and is a visible and approachable leader who can continue to leverage support through upgrades and sponsorships most notably serving as the campus administrator for the 2024 UIL 6A Baseball State Champion Cougars and numerous district championships over the years He has also overseen academic success among athletic programs where teams have been honored at the national level for their work in the classroom.  This new role will allow him the opportunity to leverage his strengths of relationship building by supporting student-athletes and support staff district wide and through an exciting time in Tomball ISD history with the opening of its third comprehensive high school Scott will assume this new role following the end of the 2024-2025 school year Attend a farmers market run by kids on May 17 Jovanna joined Community Impact as a reporter in July 2023 She graduated from Sam Houston State University in December 2021 where she majored in mass communication with a focus in multiplatform journalism and a minor in creative writing and served as a writer for the campus newspaper TOMBALL - The Tomball ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved calling a School Bond Election for May 3 The called election comes following the recommendation from a community-based Bond Steering Committee (BSC) that met in December 2024 and January 2025 Community voters will have an opportunity to vote on a $429,095,000 bond proposal that provides upgrades and addresses needs throughout the district during the May election PROPOSITION A: General Purpose ($331,595,000) PROPOSITION C: Athletic Upgrades ($2,800,000) PROPOSITION D: Multi-Program Activity Centers ($76,700,000) “The unanimous vote of the Tomball ISD Board of Trustees to call the Bond order and placement on the May 2025 ballot was based upon recognition that our aging facilities and student support programs needed to be addressed Campus parity of a 60 year campus compared to new schools was a key consideration as well the Bond 2025 proposal has a large safety and protection component for our students and staff I would share that our Board is fiscally conservative and with no tax rate increase modeling all members placed their support of student outcomes.”  and handouts will be presented to the Tomball community over the coming weeks to provide an informative outlook on the contents of the bond proposal.  Early voting begins April 22 and ends April 29 More information about the bond proposal can be found on the district website at: tomballisd.net/bond-2025.  Events like the annual Holiday Parade and Miss Tomball Pageant are among the chamber's visible works (Courtesy of Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce) Nichaela joined Community Impact in June 2024 as a government reporter for the northern Greater Houston area she worked as the news editor and managing editor of Texas State’s student run newspaper current Principal of Northpointe Intermediate has been announced as the new Principal of West Intermediate the fourth intermediate school and 25th overall campus in Tomball ISD Cain has dedicated 14 years to education with the last five years coming in Tomball ISD and the last four serving as Principal of NIS Cain is a respected leader known for her high integrity and ability to build a positive and supportive culture for both students and staff,” said Tomball ISD Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools Dr “We are excited to have her open West Intermediate and establish a strong foundation for years to come Her leadership will benefit the entire Tomball community.” Northpointe Intermediate has experienced plenty of success including recognition as a Great Expectations and Professional Learning Community at Work Model School recipient.  inclusive culture on campus promoting collaboration and high expectations among students and staff The supportive environment in which she led empowered students to excel academically and socially Cain served in a leadership role as the District’s Director of Secondary ELA and Advanced Academics She joined Tomball ISD in 2020 from Magnolia ISD where she served in campus leadership roles including Associate Principal and Assistant Principal Cain will continue as Principal at Northpointe Intermediate until Spring Break where she will then focus her efforts full time on a successful opening of West Intermediate The search for the next Northpointe Intermediate Principal is currently underway and a new campus leader will be announced soon TOMBALL - Tomball ISD celebrated 38 student-athletes from Tomball High School and Tomball Memorial High School who each signed to continue their education and playing careers at universities across the nation on National Signing Day.  were challenged on both their academic knowledge and skills as they participated in the annual District UIL Academic Competition The District contest includes an Elementary Division (2nd-4th) and a Junior High Division (7th-8th).  students once again took part in creative writing The top six to eight places were awarded in each category and each place was awarded a designated number of points Judges then tallied the scores throughout all events in the grade bands represented and the schools are ranked by those points which awards the Sweepstakes Award (1st-3rd) to campuses in each Division.  current Principal of Willow Wood Junior High has been selected to lead as the inaugural Principal of Tomball West High School the third comprehensive high school and 26th overall campus in Tomball ISD "We are thrilled to name Kevin Williams as the new Principal of our third comprehensive high school “He brings an impressive depth of experience and a passion for students and families that shines through in everything he does as a secondary campus administrator His visionary approach to education and his commitment to building a strong inclusive school community will be invaluable for a new campus We look forward to the leadership and passion he will bring to Tomball West High School." and a proven record of exemplary leadership He brings over 30 years of experience in education having served as both a secondary campus administrator and a classroom teacher and coach Williams has spent the last 19 years in Tomball ISD and the last four years as Principal of Willow Wood Junior High Williams is a dynamic leader that has cultivated a premier experience for both students and staff every stop along his educational journey He began his career in 1994 as a teacher and coach in Tecumseh Kansas (Shawnee Heights High School) before quickly being elevated in 1997 to an Assistant Principal role and junior high Athletic Director in Minneapolis When he arrived in Tomball ISD back in 2006 he spent the next 10 years (2006-2016) as an Assistant Principal at Tomball High School he joined Tomball Memorial High School as an Associate Principal of Operations where he served from 2016 to 2021 he led the implementation and supported campus-wide operations Because of his incredible leadership and strong love for education Williams was promoted to Principal of Willow Wood Junior High in 2021 where he will wrap up his fourth year at the helm.  Williams’ visionary leadership led to the development of a clear student-centered vision for academic excellence and personal growth His instructional leadership led to regular feedback for teachers through observation and coaching as well as utilized data-driven decision-making to identify trends Williams’ dynamic leadership has been highlighted by his innovative mindset and the promotion of the use of AI in engaging instructional practices and through digital literacy opportunities he earned the honor Tomball ISD Secondary Principal of the Year in 2023-2024 Throughout his career in  Tomball ISD The supportive environment in which he leads empowers students to excel academically all while being inspired to learn and grow every day Williams will continue as Principal at Willow Wood Junior High through the end of the 2024-2025 school year where he will then focus his efforts full time on a successful opening of Tomball West High School The search for the next Willow Wood Junior High Principal is currently underway and a new campus leader will be announced soon TOMBALL - January is School Board Recognition Month and Tomball ISD is honoring its Trustees for their dedication and commitment to the District and its students The theme this year is “leadership for tomorrow’s Texas,” which exemplifies the critical role our School Board Trustees have in shaping the future of our communities These elected and invaluable community members help connect educational opportunities for our students and the state’s future workforce “This year’s theme emphasizes the critical role school board members play in shaping the future of our state,” said Dan Troxell TASB executive director.  “School boards help connect education to opportunity and the theme ‘Leadership for Tomorrow’s Texas’ showcases their investment in our state’s future workforce.”  In addition to participating in regular school board meetings trustees also serve as ambassadors and advocates for their school districts in their local communities as well as in Austin Trustees work long hours attending meetings collaborating with educators and community members and making difficult decisions that affect the lives of all students and families.  The Tomball ISD Board of Trustees joined by Superintendent Dr Martha Salazar-Zamora has played a pivotal role in shaping Tomball ISD into the Destination District it is today 1 Best School District in Harris County and the No The District has not only set the standard for high-financial ratings but exemplifies an innovative approach to high-level learning and student opportunities that prepare them for the future ahead Please join us in celebrating our Tomball ISD Board of Trustees:  TOMBALL - Tomball ISD is proud to announce eight campuses have been named a 2024 Educational Results Partnership (ERP) recognized campus placing them among an elite group within Texas ERP’s statewide recognition celebrated campuses for their exceptional student achievement and significant progress in narrowing achievement gaps Tomball ISD Campuses Named to the ERP Honor Roll: The annual Honor Roll, presented by Educational Results Partnership (ERP), is part of the national Campaign for Business and Education Excellence. The Campaign engages business leaders in recognizing successful schools and educational systems that are preparing students with the fundamental skills needed to be successful in the workforce and in life For ten years ERP has presented the Honor Roll--the only school recognition program presented in partnership with state and local business leaders using solely objective student achievement data as the criteria for recognition The goal of the Honor Roll is to find and highlight successful schools and districts and encourage collaboration among educators on best practices for raising student achievement Unofficial election results from both Harris and Montgomery Counties for Positions 5 and 7 of the Tomball ISD Board of Trustees show Amanda Bass elected to Position 5 pending official election results and vote canvassing Unofficial Election Results Tomball ISD Board of Trustees *Election results are considered unofficial and will be made official after they are canvassed Vote canvassing is required by Texas law to account for every ballot cast and to ensure that each valid vote is included in the official results Vote canvassing is scheduled for later this month TOMBALL - Tomball ISD earns an “A” rating following the release of the 2023 delayed accountability ratings by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) The District remains focused on its mission of providing a high-quality education and preparing students for future success.  TEA’s A-F accountability system assigns overall ratings to districts and campuses based on various factors These domains are used to calculate an overall rating of A The TEA has cited ongoing litigation as the reason for the delayed release of the 2023 accountability ratings While the specific details of the review process are still unfolding Tomball ISD understands the importance of ensuring accuracy and validity in the accountability system 76% of TISD campuses received one or more designations Designations are distinctions awarded to campuses for outstanding achievement in specific areas “This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teachers We also extend our sincere appreciation to our parents for their continued support and partnership This collective accomplishment reflects our shared commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience for every child in Tomball ISD.” The District will continue to monitor the TEA's updates and provide further information as it becomes available in regards to the release of 2024 accountability results TOMBALL –  Tomball Star Academy’s Valedictorian Giselle McLean and Salutatorian Elizaveta Khudorozhkova will lead the way during TSA’s graduation ceremony Tomball Star Academy will graduate its senior class on Thursday, May 22 at 7 PM inside The MET Church. For more information, one can visit the 2025 TISD Graduation webpage TOMBALL - For their high-quality teaching and the impact they have on students Tomball ISD has recognized its Bilingual and ESL Teachers of the Year announced by the TISD Multilingual Department Stephani Golden currently serves as an ESL teacher at Grand Oaks Elementary A passionate educator with 12 years of experience including four years in Florida and eight in Texas primarily serving diverse student populations with varied needs has held leadership roles such as Digital Classroom Leader and Regional Professional Learning Facilitator (KIPP Texas) Keogh is also the recipient of the CPJH Teacher of the Month award (March 2024) and has been a part of the Rosehill Elementary family as a bilingual teacher since she started she was honored as both the Bilingual Teacher of the Year and A+ Teacher of the Year for RES she is passionate about student success and language acquisition.  The Houston Area Association for Bilingual Education (HAABE) recognizes outstanding bilingual and ESL educators from Houston and its surrounding areas Districts’ TOY finalists will be publicly acknowledged and honored during the annual HAABE TOY Banquet in April TOMBALL ISD CAMPUS ESL & BILINGUAL TEACHERS OF THE YEAR Jessica Zampierin joined Team Tomball in 2023 as a first-year teacher at Oakcrest Intermediate In her first two years as a bilingual teacher she has exemplified designing and delivering rigorous instruction.  As a new teacher she is able to skillfully differentiate instruction for each student She builds strong relationships with students and families through clear communication and support she has already become a model of professional growth and has left an impact in Tomball ISD she has been selected as the 2024-2025 Tomball ISD Bilingual Rising Star Taylor Reeves joined Team Tomball as a second-year teacher at Canyon Pointe Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year after beginning her career one year ago in Brenham ISD she has quickly become an exemplary first-grade teacher who creates engaging including the emergent bilingual students she serves.  She has created an interactive classroom that fosters a love of learning and yields significant student growth.  Ms Reeves is a leader and active contributor to her school community she has been selected as the 2024-2025 Tomball ISD ESL Rising Star Kelly Marchiando of Tomball Intermediate for the inaugural Leadership Champion for the 2024-25 school year and prioritizes equity for all students.  She is a passionate advocate dedicated to student growth and success for all at TIS Marchiando will move on to represent Tomball ISD as the Leadership Champion at the Houston Area Association of Bilingual Education (HAABE).  TOMBALL — Tomball ISD students recently showcased their scientific talents and hard work at the annual District Science Fair Campus winners had the opportunity to present their project to judges and compete against others across the district to be awarded the best science project in grades 3-5 division and grades 6-12 division.  TISD students in grades 3-12 were invited to participate in their respective campus science fair on topics ranging from research to comparative to engineering design Students were encouraged to select a topic that interests them and that others may also find interesting.  judging occurred at each campus and the top projects were invited to participate in the Tomball ISD District Science Fair.  Sana Kale – Detection of KI67 hotspots Using CVV – THS Any Secondary (6-12) division District Science Fair participant is eligible to apply to advance to the Science & Engineering Fair of Houston (SEFH) at the George R Brown Convention Center in February current Principal of Grand Lakes Junior High has been announced as the next Principal of Tomball High School replacing Chris Scott who has recently accepted the promotional opportunity to serve as Tomball ISD’s new Director of Athletics "It is with great pride to welcome Dr Kim McKinney back to the Pride of Texas as its next Principal,” said Dr “She is an experienced and highly respected educator and campus leader who has a deep understanding of ensuring student success at a high level and community pride that THS holds makes her the perfect leader to help guide the future of this incredible school.” With a deep understanding of Tomball High School’s rich traditions and core values McKinney will rejoin the Cougar family and continue fostering excellence Her leadership will honor the legacy of the school but will guide students and staff toward a bright future McKinney has served education since 2002 and brings over 23 years of experience to this campus leadership role She currently leads Grand Lakes Junior High having opened the campus in 2021 as the inaugural Principal.  The majority of her professional experience has been at Tomball High School joining the Cougars back in 2005 as an algebra teacher and coach she was elevated to an Assistant Principal and then to an Associate Principal position Her investment in growing as a campus leader and her passion for student and staff success led her to a promotion naming her the inaugural Principal of Tomball Star Academy Tomball ISD’s Early College High School back in 2017 she was honored as the Tomball ISD Secondary Principal of the Year in 2018-2019 She spent just over three years leading the Owls before accepting the Principal position to also open Grand Lakes Junior High in 2021 McKinney’s servant leadership was highlighted by creating a strong and supportive school culture - prioritizing the needs of students she has proven to set a clear vision and direction while fostering enthusiasm and a love for learning.  Her years of experience coupled with a love for Tomball will support the academic and co-curricular excellence that Tomball High School students portray each and every day Kim McKinney as the new Tomball High School Principal,” said Dr TISD Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools she is a proven visionary with a wealth of experience dedicated to the success of every student and staff member will be instrumental in guiding Tomball High School towards unprecedented levels of achievement a passion for fostering a positive and enriching learning environment and an unwavering commitment to student growth and well-being McKinney's strategic vision and collaborative approach will empower our students and faculty to reach their full potential McKinney will continue as Principal at Grand Lakes Junior High through the end of the 2024-2025 school year where she will then shift her focus and become the next campus leader at THS beginning in August The search for the next Grand Lakes Junior High Principal is currently underway and a new campus leader will be announced soon current Tomball Memorial High School Assistant Principal has been named the new Director of Tomball ISD Stadium and Event Center following the retirement announcement from current Director Alicia Engelke This change will occur at the end of the 2024-2025 school year “We are excited to welcome Jade Lopez to our Operations team as the new Director of Tomball ISD Stadium and Event Center,” said Dr “With her background as a campus administrator Jade understands the importance of creating spaces where students Her servant-minded leadership and commitment to supporting our schools make her a great fit for this role as we ensure our facilities reflect the care and pride we have for our stakeholders in Tomball ISD.” Lopez joined Tomball ISD in 2019 and served as a 504/Testing Campus Coordinator at TMHS she was promoted to Assistant Principal at TMHS.  Lopez brings a deep understanding of the Tomball community operational insight from her years as a campus administrator and a strong commitment to supporting engagement and elevating the overall experience for the fans and community while visiting the Tomball ISD Stadium and Event Center.  Her educational experience dates back to 2006 bringing a diverse background to her roles Prior to joining TISD as a testing coordinator Lopez spent her early years (2006-19) in Spring ISD Read what Jade Lopez had to say about becoming the next Director of Tomball ISD Stadium & Event Center: TOMBALL - Tomball ISD students continue to achieve high honors among National Merit and Recognition Programs as 151 students across Tomball High School Tomball Memorial High School and Tomball Star Academy were awarded for their exceptional work in the classroom and beyond Applications for Finalists recognition in the National Merit Scholarship Program are due in October Looking to diversify your marketing mix and elevate your brand Share yours to be featured in our newsletters and on our website TOMBALL — Tomball ISD students from Tomball High School and Tomball Memorial High School recently wrapped up another impressive showing at the 49th Annual Tomball ISD FFA Project Show and Sale at the Tomball Agricultural Center Tomball ISD did host Horticulture for the first year and student participants were awarded blue and white ribbons based on the judges’ rubric A Grand and Reserve Champion were not awarded in the inaugural year of the competition representing Tomball High School and Tomball Memorial High School were recognized among the nation’s elite as Finalists of the National Merit Scholarship Program Congratulations to these six distinguished students for their outstanding work in the classroom and beyond They are among the top 1% of academically talented high school seniors from across the country who are in the competition for some 7,140 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be awarded in the spring High school students enter the program by taking the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test that serves as an initial screen of about 1.6 million entrants each year National Merit Finalists are selected based on their exceptional abilities and are highly recruited by selective colleges across the nation with some colleges and universities offering significant scholarships or even full-rides based on National Merit status TOMBALL - Tomball ISD is excited to announce Holly Searcy as the new Principal of Northpointe Intermediate She will take over after Spring Break for Dr who will shift her focus to becoming the new Principal of West Intermediate that opens this Fall “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Holly Searcy to Tomball ISD as the new principal of Northpointe Intermediate,” said Dr and proven ability to cultivate strong school communities make her an exceptional choice to lead NIS We are particularly excited that she will continue to build upon the strong school-community partnerships that are so vital to Northpointe's success We look forward to a bright future under her leadership.” Searcy brings over 30 years of experience in education and 20 years of experience as a campus Principal to Tomball ISD but spent 11 years as Principal in Jacksonville ISD (2011-22) Her experience as a campus administrator spans from 2002 to 2025 Searcy not only has served as a campus administrator but as an Instructional Facilitator and a classroom teacher at the elementary junior high levels since she began her professional career back in 1991 She earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from East Texas Baptist University and her Master’s degree in Educational Administration from the University of Texas at Tyler Searcy is a leader that focuses on strong communication and shares a passion for teaching and learning She understands the importance of building and fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students and leveraging talent and promoting efficiency Show Breaking News BarCloseLocal NewsZorrie Jones HOUSTON – Four businesses near Cypresswood Drive were targeted in a series of overnight break-ins Harris County Precinct 4 deputies responded to a call at 1:32 am along the 19700 block of Tomball Parkway Four businesses were hit — including a nail salon Two angles of surveillance footage from inside Cypresswood Cleaners capture the moment suspects shattered the door and got inside Nearby, an employee told KPRC 2 he still feels safe working in the area but said some coworkers might feel differently Others said they hadn’t heard about the break-ins until we asked — and were shocked Deputies have not released any suspect information The investigation is ongoing and being investigated by Deputy Driver Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Meet the Team Careers at KPRC Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group TOMBALL - Tomball ISD students recently took part in the District’s Battle of the Books annual event where teams from Creekside Park Junior High and Creekside Forest Elementary took home top honors Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for students in grades 3-8 and junior high campuses had at least one team represented at the District competition Students are organized into teams of three to six members and those students read up to 30 books to prepare for the competition All students on the campus are welcome to participate.  The campuses have a local competition to determine the top team(s) to compete at the District level students are quizzed about books that they have read from the designated reading lists and have to respond with the correct book title and author to receive points Tomball ISD educates students to become responsible productive citizens by providing innovative and personally valuable educational experiences Tomball ISD now encompasses 83 square miles in northwest Harris County and southwest Montgomery County and is located approximately 30 miles from downtown Houston The district currently educates over 23,000 students across 24 campuses TOMBALL - Tomball ISD hosted a regional FIRST® Robotics qualifying competition at the Tomball Agricultural Center featuring Tomball High School and Tomball Memorial High School The two-day event saw 34 teams from around the state compete for qualifying points This event marked the first hosted event by Tomball ISD “Tomball ISD was incredibly thrilled to host our district's inaugural FIRST in Texas Robotics Competition event on March 1-2,” said Dr “This marked a significant milestone for our students and robotics programs We've seen firsthand the dedication and innovation of our robotics teams and we were eager to showcase their incredible talents This event highlighted our commitment to promoting STEM education and providing our students with real-world The two teams will continue qualifying throughout the year in order to compete in the FIRST in Texas District Championship in April Some of the restaurant's menu items include hand-breaded chicken Tomball ISD Chief Financial Officer Zack Boles presents the revised 2025 bond package to the board of trustees during a Feb Ryan joined Community Impact as a general assignment reporter in 2024 local government and other issues affecting the Cy-Fair community Ryan worked as a digital content producer for a television station in Little Rock and as a sports reporter and anchor in San Angelo He graduated from Sam Houston State University in December 2018 majoring in mass communication with a focus in multiplatform journalism and a minor in marketing Ryan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a master’s degree in sport management Ryan enjoys rooting on Houston’s sports teams Camp Lone Star is for kids ages 7-11 and will take place from June 2-July 18 TOMBALL  – Tomball ISD is excited to announce its partnership with PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC) the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America PowerSchool’s AI-powered assistant that is uniquely crafted for students This pilot includes access to PowerBuddy for Learning and PowerBuddy for Custom AI which enhances the district’s ability to empower teachers to educate more effectively through PowerSchool’s responsible artificial intelligence tools designed for K-12.  Tomball ISD continues to lead in innovative ideas and is not only the No. 1 district in Harris County for the last five years by Niche.com but is the first district in Texas to pilot PowerSchool’s PowerBuddy.    “PowerBuddy will lighten the load on our teachers and save time for everyone so that deeper learning can occur within each lesson,” said Dr “PowerSchool’s commitment to responsible AI and its natural integration with our existing edtech products made the decision to add PowerBuddy an easy one for our district.” PowerBuddy for Learning operates within PowerSchool Schoology Learning as a personal assistant for both teaching and learning PowerBuddy for Learning saves teachers time by assisting in their creation of contextual high-quality assignments and instructional content Tomball ISD teachers will have the opportunity to have a teaching assistant in PowerBuddy for content lesson creation and getting real-time responses to increase time efficiency and productivity Teacher’s use of PowerBuddy will reduce time spent on content creation and assignment design quickly generate supplementary materials and resources and easily adapt existing content for different classes or levels PowerBuddy will bring AI to Tomball ISD’s existing data within Schoology Learning instead of requiring the district to send its data to the AI This promotes a more robust experience for teachers and heightens the security and privacy of the district’s AI usage while delivering personalized insights and creating a more supportive teaching and learning environment.  PowerBuddy for Custom AI is a cutting-edge AI Assistant allowing users to ask specific questions and receive accurate providing unencumbered access to district-specific information through natural language prompts Users can more effortlessly find important details from district and school information such as policy manuals job postings and more with the help of PowerBuddy for Custom AI.   In addition to PowerBuddy for Learning and PowerBuddy for Custom AI Tomball ISD also partners with PowerSchool to provide members of their district with several additional products and Predictive Enrollment Analytics.   To learn more about the PowerSchool AI and PowerBuddy visit, https://www.powerschool.com/powerschool-ai/.  will be hosting an exciting event called TRAINS (Tomball's Roundtable for Artificial Intelligence and Networking Symposium) 2024 at the Tomball Event Center from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM The event will provide attendees with the opportunity to learn about the latest trends in artificial intelligence (AI) and network with other professionals in the field The event will feature a variety of sessions including presentations on practical applications of AI in education strategic planning and policy considerations for AI and the use of AI in college and career connections There will also be a vendor expo where attendees can learn about the latest AI products and services Tomball ISD welcomes “ALL ABOARD” in this time of learning TOMBALL – Three new Tomball ISD Trustees were officially sworn in on Dec Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4 Place 1 Judge Lincoln Goodwin administered the Oath of Office to the newly elected trustees Elected to serve on the Tomball ISD Board of Trustees: All three elected officials will serve four-year terms Tomball ISD Trustees nominated and reorganized the Board: Montgomery County Food Bank volunteers can help to sort and package food Amplify Tomball is set to bring 170 luxury townhomes to Tomball Carson joined Community Impact in June 2024 as a reporter covering real estate and development in the Houston metro area he worked as the sports editor and editor-in-chief of Texas State’s student run newspaper Carson enjoys watching baseball or shredding one of his many guitars TOMBALL - Tomball ISD is excited to announce the launch of its Grow Your Own program which will offer a no-cost pathway to support current staff who aspire to become teachers and earn their Texas teaching certification.  current Tomball ISD staff who currently hold an associate degree (or equivalent to 60 credits) will be able to earn their bachelor's degree and Texas teaching license while working full-time as a classroom paraprofessional "With the launch of the Tomball ISD Grow Your Own program we are not just building a pipeline for future educators; we are empowering our dedicated employees to reach their full potential,” said Dr Tomball ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Talent “This initiative reflects our commitment to nurturing homegrown talent and ensuring a brighter future for our students and community." The program was generously supported by a $450,000 grant from the Houston Endowment which will help fund partnerships with educator preparation programs from Texas public institutions of higher education to prepare future teachers Tomball ISD chose to partner with the University of Houston-Downtown and Texas Woman’s University "The Grow Your Own program is an incredible opportunity for Tomball ISD to build a strong pipeline supporting those who aspire to make a difference as future teachers," said Dr "We are extremely thankful for the generous grant from the Houston Endowment and look forward to building a long-lasting partnership with both Texas Woman's University and the University of Houston-Downtown to provide educational support for these aspiring educators Every effort we make towards Growing Our Own will reinforce our commitment to offering a high-quality education with endless opportunities for our students." These partnerships will provide continued cost-savings to aspiring teachers and Tomball ISD Internal staff applications to participate in the program are currently being accepted and will be reviewed and finalized by the end of the month  “Teachers are the most significant factor in a student’s educational experience and academic outcomes,” said Carlos Villagrana “The Grow Your Own program has a proven track record of developing and supporting aspiring teachers and we are confident this partnership will lead to strong classroom leaders for our region’s students.”  Current staff selected to be a part of the Grow Your Own program will begin classes in the Fall If you are interested in becoming a paraprofessional in Tomball ISD, apply today by visiting our Human Talent webpage Learn more about the Houston Endowment. TOMBALL - Timber Creek Elementary Principal Tara Bailey has been recognized as the 2024-2025 Tomball ISD Elementary Principal of the Year Bailey has dedicated 24 years to education 14 years as a Principal with three coming as a campus leader in Tomball ISD.  Timber Creek Elementary has continued to excel as a Great Expectations Model School that values student growth and community engagement and as a PLC Model School which is a testament to the successful collaborative work being done by the TCES staff Tara Bailey as our Elementary Principal of the Year,” said Dr TISD Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools Bailey has prioritized fostering a strong campus culture to provide a great learning experience for all students Bailey builds strong relationships with her school community and holds a high standard of excellence to ensure Timber Creek remains a premier school in the state of Texas.”     The Sam Houston Trail Riders will make their way through Tomball in February during an event that will also feature music a kindergarten teacher at Decker Prairie Elementary An $18 million bond proposition would upgrade technology