News & Announcements

Effective March 17, 2020 all facilities and campuses of the Port Arthur Independent School District will be closed until further notice. Parents and students are asked to obtain course work which will be placed on the district and campus websites. Students are encouraged to keep up with coursework while the district facilities are closed. The educational advancement of PAISD students is of utmost concern while we navigate the next several weeks.

The district will update parents and staff regarding the next steps and expected reopening of the district facilities.
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Judge Branick has issued a 4th and 5th amendment to the Emergency Order in place in Jefferson County. Click the headline to view these documents.
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Students from DeQueen, Washington, and Wheatley participated in the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Jefferson County Sub-Courthouse in Port Arthur.
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PAISD had a successful start of school this past Wednesday. Teachers and staff were fully prepared to educate and care for the children of Port Arthur. Click to view a few photos.
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Convocation marked the start of the 2018-2019 school year and Dr. Porterie has some motivation for PAISD
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Convocation marks the start of the 2018-2019 school year for teachers and school staff. Click to see pictures taken during the event.
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