Pleasant Grove Independent School District (Bowie County, Texas)

Pleasant Grove Independent School District is a public school district in Texarkana, Texas.

In 2009, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.

History

The Pleasant Grove Independent School District continues to grow to meet the needs of the students and the community. The first one-room school was established in 1877. The 55-square-mile (140 km²) area formerly included several smaller districts. The Baker District and the Morriss District united in 1916 to form Pleasant Grove District. The district was renamed Pleasant Grove Independent School District in September 1978.

Pleasant Grove operated only an elementary school for many years. Pleasant Grove Junior High opened in August 1977, and is known as Pleasant Grove Middle School. In 1983, voters approved the expansion of the educational program through grade 12. The first class of seniors graduated in May 1986.

Philosophy

Pleasant Grove schools are committed to the general philosophy that education should provide appropriate learning experiences for every child within the district. Experiences provide for each child to continually develop and improve—emotionally, physically, morally, socially, and intellectually. Pleasant Grove I.S.D. acknowledges that the student of today will live in a society demanding knowledge and skills related to the use of computers and other technologies. Evidence indicates that the district's schools are committed to the development of the "whole" child.

The curriculum is in a state of continuous study and revision, readily adaptable to meet the changing needs of children and provide a foundation of knowledge.

Methods of instruction reflect recognition of individual differences among students. Instruction equips students with real world work skills, human relations skills, respect for authority, appreciation of our American heritage and other world cultures, knowledge of how and where to obtain needed information, and an understanding of computers and other technologies which will enable them to function in an ever- changing global society.

Well-trained and highly competent staff members take pride in their professional commitment to the intellectual, social, and moral development of school children. Continuous staff development and professional growth experiences are encouraged. Discipline is considered vitally important to a vigorous educational program.

Overall, the school's efforts are directed to the end that each student will become a productive member of our global society, capable and desirous of making a definite and positive contribution to the society and to himself/herself.

District Strategic Goals

A strategic goal is a desired condition, outcome, or accomplishment that if achieved in the next three years to seven years would successfully address one or more critical issues and help accomplish our schools’ mission. These goals guide and focus our activities: Pleasant Grove I.S.D. has:

Business and community partnerships supporting the education of students. A quality staff meeting the needs of students. A comprehensive aligned curriculum meeting the diverse needs of our students. A climate conducive to positive student and staff morale. Innovative technology meeting the needs of students, staff and community. Modern facilities serving the growing needs of the district. Programs and educational opportunities meeting the changing needs of students. Accreditation

All schools in the Pleasant Grove Independent School District are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Texas Education Agency.

Recent Renovations

In early 2008 a bill was passed giving Pleasant Grove funds to build onto the school. At all of the schools new tile, security systems,and paint will be added. The middle school has installed new lockers, restrooms, a new library, and new teaching equipment. The highschool has installed new lockers, restrooms, and other improvements. As of this time a new intermediate school to be opened in the Fall of 2009 has just started construction to give more space at the elementary and middle schools. At the middle school a new band hall is under construction and will be finished in early 2009. A new and improved football stadium is being built also at the highschool to be done in 2009 along with a new athletic department.

Schools

• Pleasant Grove High School (Grades 9-12)
• Pleasant Grove Middle School (Grades 5-8)
• Pleasant Grove Elementary School (Grades PK-4)

External links

• Pleasant Grove ISD