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The program enrolls high‑school students in a sequence of courses that teach early childhood development and classroom skills while pairing them with preschool children ages 3 to 5. Dana Morgan, Career and Technology Education director, told the board each participating campus serves roughly 20 to 25 preschoolers annually, and students in the program develop lesson plans, lead activities and gain two industry‑based certifications: Early Childhood Education and Education Aide I.

\"Students that go through the program successfully and get a reference from their teacher can actually become substitute teachers right after graduation,\" Morgan said, summarizing a district practice that shortens the usual work‑experience requirement for substitutes.

Morgan and other presenters said the program produces workforce benefits as well as classroom outcomes: last year about 20 district graduates from the child guidance and teacher education programs were working in CCISD as educational aides or substitutes. Successful completers also receive a letter of assurance guaranteeing an interview with CCISD when they complete postsecondary studies in education.

Teachers and alumni also spoke during the spotlight. Christine Fanders was introduced as the Trooper School teacher (22 years at the program) and Allison Myman was identified as a former Trooper School student now teaching at Clearbrook High School. Clearbrook High School teacher Lisonbee Beidman described supervising high‑school students as they develop age‑appropriate lessons and activities. Clear Creek High School engineering teacher Ty Halford, who participated in the program as a student and whose child attends the program, said the experience \"helps kids understand, hey, this is what I want to do when I grow up.\"

Three current student participants — Grace Rios (Clearbrook High School), Farrah Baikie and Nadim Rabani — told trustees the program helped them confirm career directions and build classroom management, leadership and communication skills. Grace said she joined because she \"always loved working with kids and teaching them new skills.\" Nadim said the program grew his leadership skills and helped him decide between pediatric and teaching career options.

Board members praised the program and its long tenure in the district. Morgan noted that the Trooper School and related child guidance programs have produced multiple teachers and principals who began as student participants.

The spotlight concluded with trustees encouraging broader participation; staff said the program’s goals include both preparing future educators and giving high‑school students transferable workplace and leadership skills.

No formal board action was required for the program spotlight.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Clear Creek ISD Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting - February 24, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.","oneSentenceSummary","The board heard a program spotlight on Clear Creek ISD’s child guidance Career & Technical Education program (Trooper School), which places high‑school students with preschoolers, offers industry certifications and guarantees interviews for qualified program completers.","taxTitle","CLEAR CREEK ISD, School Districts, Texas","taxId",14176,"location","Texas","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6292957,"Clear Creek ISD board extends superintendent contract, approves P‑TECH partnership, limited open enrollment and $130,000 in freeze repairs",0,10923000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2524421-020cbde13334aba6e25e7a38bae906d4&start=10923&end=10923","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2524421-020cbde13334aba6e25e7a38bae906d4/thumbnail_10923000.jpg","/articles/6292957/Texas/Clear-Creek-ISD-board-extends-superintendent-contract-approves-PTECH-partnership-limited-open-enrollment-and-130000-in-freeze-repairs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6292957-6004262c68b2427a42dbccb4c0b3e9ce/orig.mp4?Expires=1772330823&Signature=To8VVQDlI45AwV7SomMcJhbqK-uD2fW~GjXZERDpYz4v63eFTDkF69rC~Jsl5LzTxZ~kk4b4gvdVMozKg9-X24CZWEJC~mwh0BNfr4CFjjXJjvpPzvDGNVBH0r5MMSA~BcHii1GE8gpGoPFwpEORf9Nqx-QK1zOCp6HEb3do0JAdExN9eOzBYgL0AVAtxliy2MPOO3t5JxIGaOpm9vo6LWxghtjWerHuNaiyWJoC~wwA4O~EtQyXU~P28ARjdxObajwLCv0-7MCmznRhGp6u8EbWCMeP9fEvYlcRbyLBCFm7sFLArLAxPyYvc7MMlFAIENjmw~r8lqEkycAUKevj2Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","CLEAR CREEK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Clear Creek Independent School District Board of Trustees on Monday, Feb. 24, unanimously approved four major items: a one‑year extension to the superintendent’s contract; a partnership with San Jacinto College to launch a health‑science P‑TECH early college program; an expansion of limited interdistrict transfers under FDA(Local); and use of $130,000 in capital contingency funds to repair facilities damaged during January’s freeze.

The actions came at the regular board meeting after a 46‑minute closed session and rounds of discussion on each item. Trustees framed the votes as steps to preserve stability, expand career pathways for students and address campus repairs caused by the recent extreme weather.

The board approved extending the superintendent’s contract by one year after closed‑session deliberations. Trustee Cunningham moved the extension; the motion passed unanimously. Trustee comments accompanying the vote praised the superintendent’s leadership and the continuity her continued service would provide. \"We enjoy a great working relationship with Dr. Engle, and we see the evidence every day of her leadership in this district,\" Trustee Brown said before the vote.

Trustees also approved a memorandum of understanding to establish a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P‑TECH) in partnership with San Jacinto College and HCA. District staff said 102 students applied for the inaugural cohort and 30 students will be admitted for year one, with plans to add roughly 30 students in subsequent years. The program will offer dual‑credit coursework leading to an associate degree and up to four industry certifications in health sciences; staff said successful completers may qualify for immediate substitute employment in CCISD and receive a letter assuring an interview when they complete college.

After an extended discussion, the board voted to adopt a limited open‑enrollment policy (FDA Local) giving the superintendent discretion to approve interdistrict transfers where space is available. Trustees and staff said the policy aims to address demographic shifts — district data presented at the meeting showed about 400 more students graduating 12th grade than entering kindergarten — and to fill existing classroom openings before considering new sections. The policy retains priority for categories the district has previously exempted (for example, grandchildren of employees, certain service members and peace officers) and relies on a new online \"pre‑K dashboard\" to show current openings.

Separately, the board approved using $130,000 from the capital contingency reserve for repairs to rooftop HVAC units and ceilings damaged during January’s freeze. Facilities staff described the work as mostly replacement of AC coils and related ceiling repairs; the request included a $12,000 contingency allowance for unforeseen conditions.

All four motions passed by unanimous vote. Trustees said they intend to follow the FDA Local vote with administrative regulations establishing the application and priority process and to continue work on enrollment and facility planning.

Votes at a glance:
• Superintendent contract extension — Motion to approve a one‑year extension to the superintendent’s contract (moved by Trustee Cunningham). Outcome: approved, unanimous.
• P‑TECH partnership (San Jacinto College / HCA) — Motion to approve superintendent’s recommendation for a P‑TECH early college high school partnership. Outcome: approved, unanimous.
• FDA Local interdistrict transfer expansion (limited open enrollment) — Motion to adopt policy language giving the superintendent authority to approve out‑of‑district transfer requests when space is available (priority maintained for existing eligible groups). Outcome: approved, unanimous.
• Use of capital project funds — Motion to use $130,000 from capital contingency for repairs related to January freeze damage. Outcome: approved, unanimous.

The board meeting also included presentations and recognitions — including awards for All‑State musicians, Houston Livestock Show art winners, and a district spotlight on the child guidance CTE program — but the votes above represent the formal actions taken at the meeting.

The board president adjourned the meeting at 8:38 p.m.","At its Feb. 24 meeting the Clear Creek Independent School District board unanimously approved a one‑year extension to the superintendent's contract, a P‑TECH partnership with San Jacinto College and HCA, a policy to allow limited interdistrict transfers and $130,000 in capital repairs tied to January freeze damage.","actionData","errors"]

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Clear Creek ISD spotlights 50‑year Trooper School and child guidance CTE that trains high‑school students to work with preschoolers

Clear Creek ISD board extends superintendent contract, approves P‑TECH partnership, limited open enrollment and $130,000 in freeze repairs