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I welcome all visitors to the David Crockett High School website! The site will be the place to find out everything you need to know about the school. This site will be the hub for all students, staff, parents and community to see what is happening at Crockett.

I am calling on all students, teams, clubs, organizations, booster clubs and staff to update their pages as soon as possible. Please see Mr. Davenport for more information on how to unlock and update your page.

It is my hope that this website helps open new lines of communication in an easy and fun way. Enjoy your new site!

Craig Shapiro

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News and Announcements

	Crockett Theater Takes First Place at State Thespian Conference Congratulations to the Crockett Theater Department. At the Texas State Thespian Festival Crockett actors earned a Perfect Score and ranked tied for 1st out of 66 schools in the Group Acting Category. In addition, 8 students have qualified for the National Competition in Lincoln, Nebraska: Alberto Martinez Megan Sweeney Eden Freeman Cheston Dorman Daylin Martinez Jesse Hernandez Casey Calderon Sarah Newcomer
	Crockett Teacher Attendance Increases 2.5% Since Crockett has begun the health and wellness program, attendance for teachers has increased 2.5%. For the month of October, teacher attendance was 98.1%, the highest attendance rate for all high schools in the district. We know good attendance is critical for student success! Congratulations!
	Jordyn Holmes Signs With Tulsa University Crockett Senior Jordyn Holmes signed with Tulsa University and is receiving a full scholoarship. She is not only a great athlete, but a super leader as well. Congratulations!
	Principal's Leadership Advisory Group and Department Chairs Review Campus Re-Do Policies On November 11, 2013, there was a meeting to discuss the implementation of Crockett's re-do policies. After discussion and review, updated policies for all departments will be released and will be posted online and in the Courier Student Newspaper by December 15, 2013. All new policies will take effect on January 7, 2014. The new policies will include an appeals process for students.
	Pre-Sale Tickets Available for Varsity Football Playoff Game Student tickets will be available for the Crockett Football game to be played on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 7:30. Tickets can be purchased in the cafeteria during the lunch period for $3 each. Tickets at Burger Stadium will cost $8 so get your tickets now and support your football team!
	Crockett Earns Chamber Award for College Readiness for Third Year In-A-Row! At today's Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce State of Education Luncheon, Crockett High School, was recognized for the third year in a row for having 100% of seniors submit the Texas Common application. This is a key indicator of college readiness and speak to our systems to assist students in post-secondary planning! In addition, Congratulations to Edmund Oropez, Associate Superintendent for High Schools, for being recognized for his work in helping AISD high school students matriculate to college and careers.
	Crockett Attendance Rate Increases by 1.2% Over Last Year's Gains! Crockett students posted a 94.9% attendance rate for the 1st 6 weeks grading period. We know that great student attendance leads to academic success! Great Job Campus!
	Crockett Tex Anns Perform At District Veterans Celebration On November 11, 2013, the Crockett Texanns completed routines for our Veterans! We are proud to have performed for all of those who have served our country!
	Crockett Hosts EdCamp ATX The first ever Edcamp Austin was hosted at Crockett HS on Saturday, November 9th! About 200 educators converged into the cafeteria early on a Saturday morning to come learn from and with each other.
	Crockett Marching Band Plays in Veterans' Day Parade The award-winning band is proud to play for our Veterans and their families.
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Upcoming Events

	Winter Wonderland Photo Week Date: 12/9/2013 Time: 12:10 PM–1:15 PM Location: Cafeteria Stage
	Insanity Live Class Date: 12/9/2013 Time: 4:45 PM–5:45 PM Location: Cafeteria
	Algebra I STAAR Retest Date: 12/10/2013
	Winter Wonderland Photo Week Date: 12/10/2013 Time: 12:10 PM–1:15 PM Location: Cafeteria Stage
	Junior College Forward Date: 12/10/2013 Time: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM Location: Library
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Student Cougar Spotlight

	Jordyn Holmes Signs With Tulsa University Crockett Senior Jordyn Holmes signed with Tulsa University and is receiving a full scholoarship. She is not only a great athlete, but a super leader as well. Congratulations!
	Crockett Journalism Student, Kiefer Willie, Takes 2nd In State in Editorial Writing Keifer Willie took home 2nd Place in the Editorial Writing competition this weekend in San Antonio for his piece on the government shutdown at the Annual Texas Association of Journalism Educators competition and convention!
	15 Students Inducted Into Latin Honor Society Congratulations to our Crockett Latin Honor Society Inductees: Jenna Banda, Margaret Barnhart, Zachary Bethke, Jasmin Blue, Cheston Dorman, Jessica Fajardo, Daisy Fowler, William Martinez, Devon Meyer, Allia Nasim, Elpidio Sanchez, Brenna Smith, Valeria Solis, Megan Sweeney, Maile Wrobel.
	Crockett Unveils New Sculpture in 9th Grade Courtyard After a year and two months, a joint project between the Arts and Automotive Programs is complete! Students created a 500 pound "Easy Chair." The chair represents how Crockett is a place where everyone feels comfortable and accepted. Students Joe Jiminez and Jason Lopez built the chair using steel and advanced welding techniques. Thanks to teachers Erin Lane and Larry Mika for guiding the building of the chair.
	Marcellus Henderson Takes 6th at State Track and Field Competition Marcellus represented Crockett in the discus competition at the UIL State Track and Field competition on May 10, 2013.