Car Rider Line

Clear View High School is a premier learning community of choice for life-changing education in Clear Creek ISD. Campus leaders talk through the school culture, educational initiatives, campus and district-wide programs offered, and the application process for students. They also touch on the exciting opportunities that the new school building will bring when construction is completed in January 2...

We sit down with Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith for the final time to reflect on his 40-year career in education and his time in CCISD before he retires at the end of December. Click here for more.  Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

CCISD Board President Dr. Laura DuPont and Board Vice President Jay Cunningham talk through the Superintendent search process and answer some frequently asked questions.  Click here to learn more about  Dr. Eric Williams, the lone finalist for the CCISD Superintendent position. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

District leaders give an important update on CCISD's Gifted & Talented program and provide more information on testing for all grade levels. Click here for the Gifted & Talented Program in CCISD Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

District leaders talk through the many benefits of enrolling your child in CCISD's Pre-Kindergarten program, which is now offering the option for virtual learning at home. You will also hear more about what to expect inside the classroom from a current Pre-K teacher.  Enroll Now : www.ccisd.net/enrollment Early Learning Department Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

We talk with CCISD Coordinator of Counseling and Student Services Kristina Ford about ways to build resiliency in children and how to support their mental health during this time. Resources: Five Science-Backed Strategies to Build Resilience The Science of Resilience – Center on the Developing Child Harvard University Resilience – Center on the Developing Child Harvard University Tiger, Meerkats,...

We sit down with Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education Holly Hughes and Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Dr. Karen Engle to give families an update on where we are at in successfully reopening CCISD and how to prepare students to transition at the 9-week mark if choosing to do so. Websites:  Clear Creek ISD COVID-19 Website CCISD Self-Health...

District leaders talk through tips and reminders for successfully transitioning students into Brick and Mortar for those returning on September 14, 2020.  Websites:  Clear Creek ISD COVID-19 Website CCISD Self-Health Assessment   EPISODE PRESENTING SPONSOR: At Code Ninjas League City (League City) , kids learn to code by building their very own video games. Our flexible coding programs for kids ma...

District leaders sit down to talk through what parents and students can expect for the first week of school online and highlight some important reminders to prepare for by Monday, August 24. Websites mentioned: CCISD Single Sign-On Portal Skyward Family Access Technology Support Clear Connections Online Learning Program CCISD Safely Reopen Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on In...

CCISD Director of Parent Assistance Tony Davila talks through ways to set students up for success this school year. He gives tips on supporting students at home for online learning, ways to calm their nerves for the changes this school year brings, and how to reach out for assistance. Websites mentioned: CCISD Single Sign-On Portal Technology Support Clear Connections Online Learning Program Paren...

We talk with Tony Davila, CCISD director of parent assistance, about Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and how it is impacting our classrooms. He also goes through resources available to parents at home.  Click here for PBIS parent resources. Click here for the state PBIS website.   Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

We sit down with CCISD Director of Safe and Secure Schools Brian Palazzi to talk through the final phase of security upgrades happening in CCISD and current emergency communication models in place for parents and community members. Click here to download the CCISD Emergency Alerts app. Click here to learn more about CCISD's Standard Response Protocols in the event of an emergency. Click here to ac...

Mentors play a big role in our success behind the scenes in CCISD. January is National Mentoring Month, so we sat down with Coordinator of Prevention and At Risk Services Dr. Jeanne deVezin and two current CCISD mentors to talk about ways the community can get involved and help inspire our students.   Click here to learn more about mentoring opportunities in CCISD. Be sure to tune in to the live r...

CCISD’s Director of Guidance and Counseling, Dava West, takes parents through the process of course registration for incoming 6th through 12th grade students and answers some frequently asked questions. Click here for more information Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram

Leaders within the CCISD Technology Department talk through Digital Citizenship and the steps they take in regards to students safety online at the elementary and secondary levels. They also give tips on how parents can communicate with their students on best practices for social media sites and privacy protection. Click here for more resources for parents. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitt...

Now is a great time for parents and students to start focusing on the future, especially college and career goals. In this episode, CCISD Director of Counseling and Guidance Dava West talks through college preparedness, high school endorsement plans and how students can use Naviance to help with their goals.  Click here for more information Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Follow us on I...

Rigorous learning opportunities exist at all grade levels for students in the Gifted and Talented program in Clear Creek ISD. In this episode, Director of Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Glenda Holder covers resources to engage and develop GT students within the district. She also answers questions about testing, advanced placement, the WAVE program and the opportunities the new Alpha P...

Do you have a student interested in science? Getting them involved in the Clear Creek ISD Science and Engineering Fair and the Science Magnet Program at Brookside Intermediate and Seabrook Intermediate might be a great fit! In this episode, the Science Magnet liaisons, elementary science coordinator and an intermediate science teacher talk through the Science Fair process for students in grades K-...

In this episode, you will hear a live recording of a panel session we streamed during our Team CCISD Virtual Parent Conference. Representatives from our visual and performing arts, athletics, and career and technical education departments, as well as a few students and parents, talk through different options for student involvement at all levels. They also answer some frequently asked questions on...

In the following episode, you will hear a live recording of a session on School Safety that we streamed during our Team CCISD Virtual Parent Conference. Brian Palazzi, CCISD director of safe schools department, and Captain Josette Rivas of the Galveston County Sheriff’s Department give insight into the District’s Standard Response Protocols and communication procedures in place during an emergency...

In this episode, you will hear a live recording of a panel session we streamed during our Team CCISD Virtual Parent Conference this month. Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith moderates this discussion with district leaders on topics such as physical and emotional health, school preparedness, and teacher tips for student success throughout the year. Click here for the video recording of this episode Clic...

Three graduating Clear Creek ISD seniors sit down with Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith to talk through their experiences in high school and offer some great advice for underclassmen and their parents. Click here for more information on 2019 CCISD Graduation Ceremonies

May is Mental Health Month, which aims to raise awareness of the importance of health and wellness across America. In this episode of Car Rider Line, we sit down with CCISD Director of Counseling and Guidance Natalie Uranga, Executive Director of NAMI Gulf Coast Jan Melis, and Chief Executive Director of Gulf Coast Center Melissa Tucker to talk through adolescent mental health and the support and...

Clear Creek ISD Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education Holly Hughes, Early Childhood Coordinator Christy Lawrence, and Stewart Elementary Principal Dr. Britani Moses sit down to talk through the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten registration process and offer tips for parents to get students ready for school in August 2019. Click here for more information on Pre-K and Kindergarten enroll...

CCISD Director of Guidance and Counseling Natalie Uranga talks through everything you need to know about GPA, class rank, AP courses, dual credit classes and other useful information for future and current high school students.