Damon Independent School District
Damon Independent School District is a public school district based in Damon, Texas (USA).
In 2010 and 2011, the school district was rated "recognized" by the Texas Education Agency.[1]
Damon I.S.D. County District Number 020-910
Damon Elementary (grades pre-K to 8th) contains just fewer than 180 students and approximately 35 staff members. Our school leadership serves as Superintendent and Principal.
Damon Elementary has a large variety of extra-curricular activities. There are many different kind of sports for the students to participate in. There is a football team, a volleyball team, a basketball team, a cross country team, and track and field competitors. There are also other ways to show your bobcat pride, including cheerleading, and a mascot. There are a few private baseball teams that many students in Damon Elementary participate.
Damon has recently added another beginner band, for a total of two bands. Both of the bands participate in spring and winter concerts. During the summer the band goes to band camp. Our band also boasts a first division rating in UIL solo and ensemble competition.
There is a student council group made up of ten students. There is also an Honor Society group made up of 12 students.
There are classes that are advanced such as pre-algebra and algebra for 7th and 8th graders. There is a Head Start class for three-year-olds and Pre-Kindergarten class for four-year-olds. Each of these early childhood classes are all day classes.
At the end of the year there is an annual banquet held for students who participate in extra curricular activities. There is a Pre-K and Kindergarten graduation along with an 8th grade graduation.
The budget for Damon I.S.D. will be between $2.2 million and $2.4 million for the 2012-2013 school year.
References
- ↑ "2009 Accountability Rating System". Texas Education Agency.