Evolution of FFA on full display in project built by Abilene High students
When most people hear the term “Future Farmers of America,” their thoughts probably turn to high school students raising and showing cattle, pigs, goats, and other animals in preparation for a possible career in farming or ranching. But something happened to the...
Abilene ISD Gymnasts, Coach Enjoy Special Week in California
Abilene ISD gymnastics coach Brandon Cooke competed at the Men’s High School Gymnastics National Championship meet after he graduated from Abilene High School in 2005 and had a memorable experience, one that led to lifelong friendships that crisscross the country. His...
Camp COOL helping 8th-graders with transition to high school
Transitioning from middle school to high school can be daunting for any student. Fortunately, Abilene ISD has numerous resources and positive supports in place to make that move smoother for all students. One of those opportunities took place in late May, with a group...
Carepack for Kids serving up Love and Care throughout AISD, surrounding districts
By LANCE FLEMING Abilene ISD Communications In October 2018, Love and Care Ministries Director of Ministry Terry Davis went to the Texas Panhandle with a group of administrators and staff from Abilene ISD to study a program Amarillo ISD was running that helped keep...
Cory Oglesby to Lead Girls Soccer Program at Abilene High School
Abilene ISD Executive Director of Athletics Jim Garfield announced Thursday that the district has hired Cory Oglesby as the new head girl’s soccer coach at Abilene High School. Oglesby spent the past six years as head soccer coach at Keller High School and brings...
Kayla Cunnings Selected to Lead Abilene High Boys Cross Country Program
Abilene ISD Executive Director of Athletics Jim Garfield announced Thursday that Kayla Cunnings has been named the next head coach for the Abilene High School boys cross country program. Prior to joining AISD, Cunnings served as the head coach for boys and girls cross...