STUDENT INVOLVMENT

Aragon Middle School not only focuses on the academic growth of the students, but also their personal growth to instill positive character traits and promote good decision-making skills. Students have the opportunity to get involved in a variety programs to develop leadership skills, team work, and creativity.

Aragon Middle School

Aragon Wildcats Maria Mamaux, Principal

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PBIS Student Leadership Student Council Energy Conversation Team Athletic Teams (Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country) Band, Choir, Orchestra Theater Various After-School Clubs (Builders Club-service and volunteer club, Number Sense, Cooking, Helping Neighbors, Songwriting, Step Club, and Science Olympiad)

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?

Partnerships with the community are vital in order to strengthen instructional outcomes for all students. We would like you to develop a collaborative relationship with us that will foster long-term student achievement ... one that offers opportunities for all students ... making a difference together. For more information, please contact Sheela Patel at 281-856-5103.

Aragon Middle School 16823 West Road Houston, TX 77095 Phone (281) 856-5100 Fax (281) 856-5105 School Website http://schools.cfisd.ne t/aragon/index.stm

VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT

Our Vision Jan H. Aragon Middle School will be an exemplary school community, dedicated to the highest standards of quality at all levels and in all endeavors. Through effort, mutual respect and focus on our mission and goals we will prepare our students with an education that enables them to live successfully in an everchanging society. Working as a team our students, parents, community members, and staff will create a culture of excellence. Our Mission is to inspire, motivate, and support the growth and achievement of all learners.

CAMPUS INFORMATION
The current student enrollment for the 2013-2014 academic school year is 1,643. The breakdown of the student population is as follows: 207 (12.59%) African American 720 (43.82%) Caucasian 519 (31.58%) Hispanic 159 (9.68%) Asian 37 (2.25%) Multi-National 495 (30.13%) Economically Disadvantaged 146 (8.89%) Gifted and Talented 93 (5.66%) Special Education The attendance rate for the school is 96.9% Aragon middle school is comprised of highly qualified teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure that all students receive a quality education. The breakdown of the professional staff is as follows: 84.1 (83.7%) Teachers 11.4 (11.3%) Professional Support 5 (5%) Campus Administrators The years of experience of the teachers at the school are: Beginning Teachers 2.6 (3.1%) 1-5 Years Experience 29.3 (34.9%) 6-10 Years Experience 18.1 (21.5%) 11-20 Years Experience 19.8 (23.6%) Over 20 Years Experience 14.3 (17%) Based on 2011-2012 Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS Report)

STUDENT ACHIEVEMNT
The standardized test that students in the state of Texas participate in to measure academic performance is called the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR). Below is the student achievement of the campus from the spring 2013 administration of the STAAR test.

All Grade LevelsReading Mathematics Writing 8 Grade OnlyScience Social Studies 95% 90%
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PBIS CAMPUS
Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) uses proactive strategies for defining, teaching, and supporting appropriate student behavior to create a positive, safe, and effective school environment. Focusing our attention on creating and sustaining this type of system will also help to improve lifestyle results (health, social, family, work) in our youth.

Based on 2012-2013 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Summary

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Wildcats ROAR!!!!

Aragon Middle School 16823 West Road Houston, TX 77095

Phone (281) 856-5100 Fax (281) 856-5105 School Website http://schools.cfisd.net/ aragon/index.stm